16 Aug 2022

47 years of Rajinism: Rajinikanth's daughter Aishwaryaa pens heartwarming note

Kollywood megastar Rajinikanth clocked 47 years in the film industry on Monday as India celebrated 75 years of independence.

Pakistan beat the Netherlands in first ODI: Key stats

The Pakistan cricket team beat the Netherlands in the first ODI to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.

Maharashtra: 'Break legs, will ensure bail,' says Shinde faction MLA

Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena faction has filed a police complaint against Prakash Surve, one of the Sena MLAs from Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde's faction, for his aggressive remarks at a recent event.

Western & Southern Open: Naomi Osaka stunned by Zhang Shuai

Naomi Osaka has been ousted in the first round of the Western & Southern Open (Cincinnati Masters) WTA 1000 event.

J&K: Terrorists shoot 2 Kashmiri Pandit brothers in orchard; 1 dead

A Kashmiri Pandit was shot dead on Tuesday by terrorists at an apple orchard in Kashmir's Shopian district. His brother was also injured in the shooting.

Bilkis Bano gang-rape case life-term convicts released, welcomed with sweets

All 11 men sentenced to life for the brutal gang-rape of Bilkis Bano in the wake of the 2002 Gujarat riots were released from jail on Monday and welcomed with sweets.

2022 US Open: Here are the stats of Stefanos Tsitsipas

Stefanos Tsitsipas is set to appear at the 2022 Cincinnati Masters.

5 incredibly creepy horror books you must read

Fiction can be both inspiring and terrifying.

'NTR31' to be rolled out in April 2023: Prashanth Neel

Telugu superstar Jr. NTR attained worldwide fame after starring in the pan-Indian period drama RRR.

Milk price: Amul, Mother Dairy rates up by Rs. 2/liter

On Tuesday, India's biggest milk suppliers, Amul and Mother Dairy, announced a Rs. 2 hike in their fresh milk prices with effect from Wednesday (August 17).

'Distressed' by Dalit boy's death, Rajasthan Congress MLA resigns

Saddened by the demise of a nine-year-old Dalit boy in an alleged caste crime, Rajasthan MLA Pana Chand Meghwal sent his resignation to CM Ashok Gehlot on Monday.

Here's how you can protect yourself from monkeypox

Monkeypox is a rare disease that's growing at a gradual pace raising concerns across the globe.

Recipe of the day: How to prepare 'akhrot ka halwa'

Halwa is one of the most popular Indian desserts usually prepared with flour or semolina, milk, ghee, and dry fruits and sweetened with sugar or jaggery.

The ultimate guide to flying with your dog

If you are a dog parent, things become all the more challenging when you have to travel.

Critic Kaushik LM passes away: Dulquer, Vijay Deverakonda offer condolences

In a piece of shocking news, Chennai-based film critic and video jockey Kaushik LM passed away on Monday after suffering a cardiac arrest.

Xiaomi launches Smart TV 5A Pro at Rs. 17,000

Xiaomi has introduced the Smart TV 5A Pro in India. It features an LED display with Vivid Picture Engine technology, 24W speakers, Dolby Audio, 1.5GB of RAM, and 8GB of storage.

Netherlands vs Pakistan: Fakhar Zaman slams his seventh ODI ton

Pakistan opener Fakhar Zaman has struck his seventh century in One-Day Internationals.

WI vs NZ, 1st ODI: Preview, stats, and Fantasy XI

After securing a 2-1 win in the T20Is, the New Zealand cricket team will hope to stop hosts West Indies in the ODI series.

'Laal Singh Chaddha': Aamir Khan to compensate for film's loss?

Bollywood star Aamir Khan returned to the big screen after four years with Laal Singh Chaddha.

NASA to rollout Artemis 1 rocket on August 17

NASA has preponed the rollout of its Artemis 1 Space Launch System (SLS) rocket to the Kennedy Space Center in the US from August 18 to August 17. The launch will take place on August 29.

ENG vs SA, 1st Test: Preview, stats, and Fantasy XI

England and South Africa will battle it out in a three-match Test series with the first encounter starting tomorrow at Lord's.

Karnataka minister Madhuswamy calls CM Bommai's government a 'caretaker' regime

A huge controversy has erupted in Karnataka over an alleged audio clip of cabinet minister JC Madhuswamy, wherein he implied the Basavaraj Bommai government is just a caretaker regime with only seven-eight months until elections.

Android 13 launched: Check out top features, supported devices

Google has released the stable version of its latest Android 13 mobile operating software. It is currently rolling out for eligible Pixel phones.

Serie A 2022-23, Juventus thrash Sassuolo 3-0: Key stats

Juventus hammered Sassuolo 3-0 in their Serie A 2022-23 opener. Angel Di Maria opened the scoring before Dusan Vlahovic netted a brace.

Ireland all-rounder Kevin O'Brien retires from international cricket

Ireland all-rounder, Kevin O'Brien, has announced his retirement from international cricket.

Sensex climbs to 59,842 points, Nifty settles above 17,800 mark

On Tuesday, the benchmark Sensex and Nifty indices witnessed a surge, extending their winning streak for the sixth day in a row. The Sensex jumped 0.63% to 59,842.21 points while the Nifty climbed 0.71% to 17,825.25 points.

Johnny Depp to helm 'Modigliani'; first directorial in 25 years

Hollywood actor Johnny Depp, in his comeback to the film industry, will step into the shoes of a director once again!

Cincinnati Masters, Andy Murray edges past Stan Wawrinka: Key stats

Andy Murray edged past Stan Wawrinka in a three-set battle at the Western & Southern Open.

CSA league: Faf du Plessis to lead Johannesburg Super Kings

South Africa's Faf du Plessis is set to lead Johannesburg Super Kings in the CSA T20 league, starting next year.

Samsung Galaxy Fold4, Flip4 launched: Check price and pre-booking offers

Samsung's latest foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Fold4 and Flip4, are now up for pre-booking in India.

Bipasha Basu-Karan Singh Grover officially announce first pregnancy on Instagram

Bollywood couple Bipasha Basu and Karan Singh Grover has made their pregnancy news official!

Beware! Earth might get hit by consecutive solar storms

The Earth seems to have incurred the Sun's wrath. The star has hurled a coronal mass ejection (CME) which should hit us tomorrow i.e. August 17 and result in a G2-class solar storm.

J&K: 6 ITBP personnel killed in bus accident, 30 injured

A bus carrying about 39 security personnel from the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) and the Jammu and Kashmir Police met with a severe accident on its way to Pahalgam on Tuesday.

Chinese 'spy ship' docks in Sri Lanka amid India's concerns

A Chinese research vessel, purportedly a spy ship, docked in Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port on Tuesday amid concerns in India.

'Mahagathbandhan 2.0' cabinet: RJD gets 16 posts, JD(U) takes 11

A week after churning up a political storm in Bihar, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expanded his cabinet to induct 31 new ministers on Tuesday.

5 Parsi dishes to celebrate Nowruz, the Parsi New Year

Popularly known as Nowruz, the Parsi New Year marks the first day of Farvardin (the first month of the year), as per the Zoroastrian calendar.

Everything you need to know about color theory in makeup

Have you been disappointed with how a new lipstick ended up looking bland on you as compared to how fantastic it seemed on the white model who advertised it?

Charlie Hunnam's Apple series 'Shantaram' gets release date, first look

Apple TV+ has announced a 12-episode drama series starring Charlie Hunnam, titled Shantaram.

Mahindra showcases 5 concept electric cars in India: Check features

Mahindra has revealed five concept electric cars. While the XUV.e sub-brand has two models under it - XUV.e8 and XUV.e9, the BE sub-brand gets three vehicles, namely BE.05, BE.07, and BE.09.

Bihar: 31 ministers to take oath today in cabinet expansion

Bihar Chief Minister (CM) Nitish Kumar will reportedly expand his current two-member cabinet on Tuesday, with alliance partner Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) receiving most seats.

Cryptocurrency prices: Check today's rates of Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, Tether

Bitcoin has dropped 3.6% in the past 24 hours to trade at $23,944.18. Compared to last week, it is 0.5% up.

Former BCCI secretary Amitabh Choudhary dies of cardiac arrest

Former secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Amitabh Choudhary, died of cardiac arrest on Tuesday.

Limited-run Aston Martin DBR22 speedster revealed: Check features

Aston Martin has taken the wraps off the DBR22 supercar prior to its official debut at the 2022 Monterey Car Week on August 19. The speedster takes its styling cues from the Le Mans-winning DBR1 from 1959.

Adopt these 5 ways to be more active every day

Blocking time for exercise from your daily schedule could be a task.

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How to redeem Garena Free Fire MAX August 16 codes

Garena's Free Fire MAX is an online multiplayer battle royale game that allows gamers to access a range of in-game items.

FIFA suspends All India Football Federation: All we know

In what comes as a shocking piece of news, FIFA has suspended the All India Football Federation (AIFF) with immediate effect due to "undue influence from third parties".

Vivo Y35 debuts with 50MP triple rear cameras, 5,000mAh battery

Vivo has introduced a new affordable smartphone, called the Vivo Y35, in Malaysia and Indonesia.

Nikhil-Anupama's 'Karthikeya 2': All about latest box office winner

Telugu film Karthikeya 2 starring Nikhil Siddharth and Anupama Parameswaran in the lead roles hit the theaters on August 13 amid huge expectations.

Porsche unveils a one-off 911 Sally Special edition: Check features

Porsche has taken the wraps off a unique 911 Sally Special edition. The car is made in collaboration with the creative team of the classic Pixar movie Cars.

Premier League 2022-23: 10-man Liverpool hold Crystal Palace 1-1

Liverpool drew their second successive match in the Premier League 2022-23 season.

La Liga 2022-23, Atletico Madrid beat Getafe 3-0: Key stats

Atletico Madrid were off to a perfect start in La Liga 2022-23, beating Getafe 3-0.

Motorola RAZR 2022 v/s Samsung Galaxy Flip4: Which is better?

The market for foldable smartphones is witnessing steady growth with the clamshell form-factor being the most popular.

'The Legend of Maula Jatt': Everything about Fawad-Mahira's reunion film

The trailer of the Pakistani film The Legend of Maula Jatt starring Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan in the lead roles was dropped recently.

15 Aug 2022

Netherlands vs Pakistan, 1st ODI: Match preview, stats, and more

Netherlands and Pakistan are set to lock horns in the first of three-match ODI series at Hazelaarweg, Rotterdam, on Tuesday.

Will oppose distortion of history: Congress after BJP questions Nehru

A day after the BJP questioned Jawaharlal Nehru's role in India's partition, Congress President Sonia Gandhi said on Monday that the party would strongly oppose "political gains" by putting national icons of the Independence movement "on the dock based on lies."

Bharat Biotech completes third-phase of intranasal COVID-19 vaccine trials

The manufacturing body of the made-in-India Covaxin is only steps away from releasing its intranasal vaccine for the virus.

Here are the stats of Naomi Osaka at US Open

Japanese star Naomi Osaka would take on Zhang Shuai in the second round of the Cincinnati Masters.

WI vs NZ, ODIs: Preview, stats, and head-to-head record

West Indies and New Zealand are all set to battle it out in a three-match ODI series, starting August 17.

Ola S1 electric scooter launched at Rs. 1 lakh

Ola has launched the S1 electric scooter in India with an introductory price tag of Rs. 1 lakh (ex-showroom). The scooter features a similar design philosophy to the S1 Pro.

How to set up home gym without breaking the bank?

If it feels like a task getting out of your bed, getting ready, and then going to the gym, why not plan and set up a gym at home - a more convenient option?

Iran blames Salman Rushdie, his supporters for attack as author recovers

The Iranian foreign ministry said on Monday that nobody has the right to accuse Iran of being responsible for Friday's assault on Salman Rushdie, for which he and his followers are solely responsible.

Samsung Fold4 and Flip4's price in India revealed: Check features

The pricing details of the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 and Flip4 in India have surfaced ahead of their launch.

CoCo Vandeweghe wins Concord WTA 125 title: Key stats

CoCo Vandeweghe ended number two seed Bernarda Pera's 16-match winning streak to clinch the Thoreau Tennis Open title.

'Tariq': John Abraham announces next, shares release date

Actor John Abraham seems to be on a roll this year!

Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, Chiranjeevi, Mohanlal, more extend Independence Day wishes

As the nation is celebrating its 75th Independence Day, celebrities have been sharing photos and quotes on social media to extend their wishes to the fans.

Ola electric car, with 500km range, confirmed for 2024

Ola Electric is set to launch its first car in 2024. The all-electric sedan will be a "Made-in-India" offering for the local and global markets.

Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro launched in India at Rs. 18,000

The Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro earbuds have gone official in India. The TWS earphones bear a price tag of Rs. 17,999 in the country. They are offered in Graphite, White, and Bora Purple colors.

Zimbabwe vs India, ODIs: Decoding the key player battles

The Indian cricket team will cross swords with Zimbabwe a in three-match ODI series, starting August 18.

India@75: National Flag unfurled in space by Space Kidz India

As India celebrates its 76th Independence Day, the team at Space Kidz India played their part by unfurling the national flag in space.

La Liga 2022-23, Real Madrid beat Almeria 2-1: Key stats

Reigning La Liga champions Real Madrid made a superb comeback in the second half to defeat Almeria 2-1 in their season opener.

Carreno Busta wins his maiden Masters 1000 title: Key stats

Pablo Carreno Busta clinched his maiden ATP Masters 1000 title after beating Hubert Hurkacz in the men's singles final of the 2022 Canada Open.

Bihar: Nitish Kumar announces 20L jobs in government, other sectors

A week after forming a new government in Bihar, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced 20 lakh jobs for the state's youth.

Recipe-o'-clock: Here's how you can make a Buddha bowl

Buddha bowl is a wholesome meal that has a little bit of everything you love to savor.

MP: Villagers returns home after alternate channel prevents dam collapse

Following a warning of a dam collapse, villagers in Madhya Pradesh (MP) were relocated to shelter camps.

Prabhas's 'Salaar' gets release date; to clash with Hrithik's 'Fighter'

Here's the update on Prabhas's Salaar we all have been waiting for.

SRK to Kartik Aaryan, here's how Bollywood celebrated Independence Day

India is celebrating its 75th year of independence on Monday!

Honda Activa Premium to debut in India soon: Check features

Japanese two-wheeler giant Honda is expected to reveal the Activa Premium edition in India in the coming days.

'Laal Singh Chaddha,' 'Raksha Bandhan's opening weekend box office collections

Last week was an important one for Bollywood as two biggies: Raksha Bandhan and Laal Singh Chaddha (LSC) locked horns at the box office on Thursday (August 11).

West Indies win 3rd T20I; New Zealand win series 2-1

West Indies earned a consolation win, beating New Zealand by eight wickets in the third T20I at Sabina Park, Kingston.

Here's how you can set up a beautiful terrace garden

Gardening is a therapeutic hobby and a terrace is a place of solace for most people.

Watch: Ishaan Khatter dons a fierce avatar in 'Pippa' teaser

Pippa, the war epic starring actor Ishaan Khatter at its fore is one of the highly awaited projects to come out of Bollywood this year.

How has Indian Rupee performed against US Dollar since Independence?

India is celebrating 75th year of its Independence and stands at a crossroads of pushing resilient economic growth over the next 25 years.

Rishi Sunak's Rs. 3.8 crore-pool comes under criticism amid drought

With the United Kingdom (UK) Prime Ministerial election less than a month away, Indian-origin candidate Rishi Sunak has come under scrutiny yet again for his lifestyle.

CONFIRMED! Salman Khan's 'Tiger 3' books April 2023 release slot!

Salman Khan's Ek Tha Tiger (2012) was one of his biggest outings to get released.

Royal London One-Day Cup: Cheteshwar Pujara slams 174 for Sussex

Indian batter Cheteshwar Pujara has been on a roll in the ongoing Royal London One-Day Cup.

5 unique ways to style your 6-yards of elegance

The festive season is about to kick off with Independence Day coming to a close. The fervor of Ganesh Chaturthi, Durga Puja, and Diwali will grace the atmosphere in no time.

Limited-run Mercedes-AMG One hypercar enters production: Check design and features

Mercedes-Benz's flagship hypercar, the AMG One has officially entered the production stage. The vehicle is limited to 275 units globally.

'JugJugg Jeeyo' re-released in theaters on Independence Day

In the midst of the ongoing box office tussle between Laal Singh Chaddha and Raksha Bandhan, Dharma Productions announced the re-release of its film JugJugg Jeeyo.

#IndependenceDaySpecial: 5 films that were released on/around August 15

Each year, Bollywood comes bearing gifts on Independence Day.

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Garena Free Fire MAX August 15 codes: How to redeem?

Garena's Free Fire MAX is a free-to-play multiplayer online battle royale game that is available in India on Android devices.

Markets witness 'unprecedented' national flag demand, courtesy 'Har Ghar Tiranga'

The Centre's Har Ghar Tiranga campaign to commemorate the country's 75th anniversary of independence has helped propel the demand for the tricolor, with flag makers and traders reporting an increase in orders and purchases of the national flag.

Cryptocurrency prices: Check today's rates of Bitcoin, Ethereum, Shiba Inu

Bitcoin has climbed 0.9% in the past 24 hours to trade at $24,810.54. Compared to last week, it is 7.0% up.

5 best monsoon destinations of Rajasthan you must visit

It's that time of the year when the rain gods bless Rajasthan and give it a much-needed respite from the scorching heat.

2022 Mahindra Scorpio Classic first impression: Popular SUV gets updated

The Scorpio is one of the most popular nameplates within the Mahindra portfolio and with the launch of Scorpio N, the automaker was clear in stating that the current model would continue as well.

PM Modi's I-Day address: Introduces Panch Pran, attacks dynasty politics

Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered the traditional August 15 address from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the occasion of the 76th Independence Day.

Benda BD500 cruiser arrives with sporty looks: Check features, price

Chinese automaker Benda has introduced the BD500 cruiser bike in its home country. It is unlikely to debut on our shores.

Samsung Galaxy A33 5G receives latest Android security update

The Samsung Galaxy A33 5G has started receiving the August 2022 Android security patch. The update is currently seeding in Vietnam, Hong Kong, and South Korea.

'John Wick: Chapter 4' director Chad Stahelski teases film details

Hollywood actor Keanu Reeves's return as John Wick in the film John Wick: Chapter 4 has remained shrouded in mystery for a while now with only a few crumbs to relish.

Simona Halep wins the 2022 Canadian Open: Key stats

Romanian tennis star Simona Halep beat Beatriz Haddad Maia 6-3, 2-6, 6-3 to win the 2022 Canadian Open title.

Bundesliga 2022-23, Bayern Munich beat Wolfsburg 2-0: Key stats

Reigning Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich beat Wolfsburg 2-0 to maintain their momentum in the 2022-23 season.

2023 Kia Ray, with stylish looks, goes official: Check features

South Korean automaker Kia Motors has introduced the 2023 Ray car in its home country. It is unlikely to arrive in India.

Saumya Tandon launches fundraiser for late co-actor Deepesh Bhan

Saumya Tandon, who shared the screen with late actor Deepesh Bhan on the hit slice-of-life sitcom Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai!, has stepped forward to help his family financially.