20 Aug 2022

NED vs PAK, 3rd ODI: Preview, stats, and Fantasy XI

Having pocketed the series, Pakistan will eye a 3-0 win in Sunday's dead-rubber against the Netherlands.

Haryana: Man dies by suicide over delayed Canadian student visa

In a suspected case of suicide due to a delay in obtaining a Canadian student visa, the body of a 23-year-old man, who had been missing for two days, was discovered in a canal in Haryana's Kurukshetra.

Reverse release of Bilkis Bano convicts: Congress MLAs to President

While terming the release of 11 convicts in the Bilkis Bano case "extremely shocking," three Congress MLAs from Gujarat have written to President Droupadi Murmu, seeking that the decision is reversed.

Premier League 2022-23: Record-breaking Harry Kane hands Tottenham win

Harry Kane scored his 250th goal for Tottenham in all competitions to hand his side a narrow 1-0 win over Wolves in the Premier League 2022-23 season on Saturday.

India beat Zimbabwe in second ODI, seal series: Key stats

The Indian cricket team beat Zimbabwe in the second ODI to take a 2-0 lead in the three-match series.

'My fault': Akshay Kumar shoulders blame for box office failures

Bollywood is currently weathering a turbulent storm and is at an unprecedented stage where only selected films have worked wonders.

Argument over drinking: Man hammers landlord to death, clicks selfie

A man allegedly murdered his landlord in sleep using a hammer after an argument over his alcoholism in Delhi.

Jhulan Goswami holds these records in international cricket

Indian bowling legend Jhulan Goswami will bid adieu to international cricket post the third and final ODI against England Women next month.

Congratulations! Sonam Kapoor, Anand Ahuja become parents to baby boy!

Actor Sonam Kapoor and husband Anand Ahuja welcomed a baby boy on Saturday (August 20)!

Shaheen Afridi has been ruled of Asia Cup 2022

Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Afridi has been ruled out of the Asia Cup 2022, starting August 27.

Limited-run Koenigsegg CC850 is a 1,385hp V8 beast: Check features

Swedish automaker Koenigsegg has unveiled its CC850 hypercar. Its production is limited to just 50 units.

Japan asks its youth to drink more alcohol, launches contest

In an unusual appeal, Japan has encouraged its young adults to drink more alcohol as income collections decreased.

Cincinnati Masters: Meet the four men's singles semi-finalists

The 2022 Cincinnati Masters has reached its end stage as we have the four men's singles semi-finalists.

Shocking details emerge in Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt altercation case

Former Hollywood couple Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have been involved in an ugly legal dispute for the past six years.

Diljit Dosanjh's 'Jogi' teaser narrates horrors of 1984 anti-Sikh riots

Singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh and director Ali Abbas Zafar are all set to breathe life into the courageous tale of three friends narrated in the film Jogi.

Karnataka CM post on sale for Rs. 2,500 crore: Congress

The post of the Chief Minister is a very expensive affair and is reportedly on sale, according to Congress's BK Hariprasad, the Opposition leader in Karnataka, who claims a senior BJP leader has suggested a price of Rs. 2,500 crore for it.

For the first time, scientists reveal black hole's 'photon ring'

In 2019, when we saw an image of a black hole for the first time courtesy of the Event Horizon Telescope (EHT), scientists believed that there is more to the image than we saw.

Antim Panghal wins gold at U-20 Wrestling World Championships

On Friday, 18-year-old Antim Panghal etched her name in record books.

Sony PlayStation 5's pre-booking will begin on August 22

Another month, another PlayStation 5 restock. Japanese electronics giant Sony has announced the next restock of the gaming console.

Limited-run BUGATTI W16 MISTRAL roadster breaks cover; all units sold

Italian automaker BUGATTI has revealed its W16 MISTRAL open-top roadster at Pebble Beach in the US. Its deliveries are likely to start in 2024.

Western & Southern Open: Meet the four semi-finalists

The Western & Southern Open (Cincinnati Masters) has reached its business end and we have the four semi-finalists in women's singles.

Box office collections: 'Karthikeya 2' overtakes Bollywood biggies!

Telugu film Karthikeya 2 has been witnessing a huge hike in the footfalls and receiving a positive response from cinephiles.

2 die of suffocation at Mathura's famous temple on Janmashtami

Uncontrolled footfall at Mathura's Banke Bihari temple in UP on the occasion of Janmashtami left two dead and seven injured during Mangla Aarti on Friday.

2024 polls will be Modi vs Kejriwal contest: Manish Sisodia

Manish Sisodia, Delhi's deputy CM, said on Saturday that the 2024 general election would be a contest between Narendra Modi and Arvind Kejriwal, with the BJP's sole goal being to prevent Kejriwal from working.

'Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero's Hindi version to release soon

Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero is all set to get its own Hindi version.

Mumbai Police receives '26/11-style' terror attack message from Pakistani number

The Mumbai Police and other security agencies have been kept on their toes after the Mumbai Police traffic control got a threat message about a 26/11-style attack, India Today reported.

Finland PM Sanna Marin undergoes drug test after party video

Prime Minister of Finland Sanna Marin took the drug test on Saturday and declared she had never taken illicit substances a day after the opposition's demand following a controversy over a partying video.

Kagiso Rabada races to 250 Test wickets: Key stats

South Africa's Kagiso Rabada breathed fire in the first Tests against England.

Somalia: Terrorists attack Mogadishu's Hayat Hotel, leave 10 civilians dead

At least ten people died after terrorists struck a hotel in the capital of Somalia late Friday night.

From 'Shamshera' to 'Sherdil': Watch these OTT titles this weekend

Another weekend, another watchlist to keep you entertained!

Jhulan Goswami set to retire from international cricket: Details here

Veteran Indian women's cricket team bowler Jhulan Goswami is set to retire from international cricket.

New Zealand beat West Indies, level series 1-1: Key stats

New Zealand thumped West Indies by 50 runs to level the three-match series by 1-1.

'Liger 2' is happening! Vijay Deverakonda confirms sports drama's sequel

Vijay Deverakonda-Ananya Panday starrer Liger is gearing up for its grand release on August 25.

ZIM vs IND, 2nd ODI: KL Rahul elects to field

India face Zimbabwe in the second ODI of the three-match series on Saturday.

Lamborghini Urus Performante arrives with 666hp, V8 engine: Check features

Italian automaker Lamborghini has introduced the Urus Performante SUV for the international markets. Its deliveries will commence by the end of this year.

Monsoon mayhem: Landslide kills 2 in J&K, cloudburst rocks Uttarakhand

The monsoon continues to rage across the country, with floods becoming common in several states.

21 Chinese warplanes, 5 naval ships tracked around Taiwan: Report

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense has said that it tracked 21 warplanes and five naval ships of the Chinese military around the country on Friday.

You can now order printouts from Blinkit: Here's how

Blinkit, the Zomato-owned grocery delivery app, has launched a new service to make it stand out in the crowded quick commerce segment - delivery of printouts.

SA beat England: Decoding the ICC World Test Championship table

South Africa hammered England by an innings to clinch a 1-0 lead in the three-match Test series.

Today's cryptocurrency prices: Check Bitcoin, Ethereum, Shiba Inu, Tether rates

Bitcoin has slipped 7.3% in the past 24 hours to trade at $21,137.71. It is 13.4% lower than the week before.

Telangana BJP chief calls to boycott Munawar Faruqui's Hyderabad show

Bandi Sanjay Kumar, the chief of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Telangana, issued a call to boycott the performance of the comedian Munawar Faruqui, slated for Saturday in Hyderabad.

Happy birthday, Randeep Hooda! Looking at actor's future projects

Highway, Jannat 2, Sarbjit, Rang Rasiya, Kick—the common denominator across all these noted films is a memorable, hard-hitting performance by Randeep Hooda.

Sara Ali Khan, Janhvi Kapoor become 'Ko-stars' for new project

Actors Sara Ali Khan and Janhvi Kapoor have surely defined friendship goals ever since they made their debut on Koffee With Karan Season 7.

Mahindra Scorpio Classic launched at Rs. 12 lakh: Check features

Homegrown automaker Mahindra has finally launched its Scorpio Classic SUV in India. It is available in two variants, S and S11, and its price starts at Rs. 11.99 lakh.

Delhi: Officials reshuffled hours after CBI raids Manish Sisodia's home

A dozen senior IAS officers were transferred between departments, hours after CBI raided the residence of Delhi's Deputy Chief Minister and AAP leader Manish Sisodia on allegations of corruption in Delhi Excise Policy.

Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 v/s Renault KWID: Which is better?

Maruti Suzuki has launched the new generation Alto K10 in India with a starting price tag of Rs. 4 lakh (ex-showroom). This makes it one of the most affordable models from the Japanese carmaker on our shores.

5 spiritual dramas like 'Karthikeya 2' to watch on OTT

Telugu film Karthikeya 2 has turned out to be a blockbuster, keeping up with the success streak of the recently released Tollywood movies including Sita Ramam and Bimbisara.

Motorola Edge (2022) debuts as Pixel 6a rival: Check features

Motorola has introduced its latest mid-range smartphone, called the Edge (2022) in the US.

Why did 'Liger's 'Aafat' song land in controversy?

Vijay Deverakonda's upcoming film Liger is one of the most-awaited projects.

Volkswagen ID.4 GTX EV spotted testing in India; launch imminent?

Volkswagen's all-electric high-performance ID.4 GTX has been spotted testing in India sans camouflage.

19 Aug 2022

SA thrash England in first Test at Lord's: Key stats

South Africa have humbled England in the first Test at Lord's on Friday.

#NewsBytesExplainer: How the Noida Supertech twin towers will be demolished

After months of legal battles, Noida authorities are all set to demolish the 40-story high Supertech twin towers.

Ethiopia: Pilots flying at 37,000 feet fall asleep, miss landing

In a scary incident, two pilots of Ethiopian Airlines flight ET343 fell asleep while flying a flight from Sudan's Khartoum to Ethiopia's capital Addis Ababa and missed their landing.

Goa becomes first state with piped water in all homes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the Goa administration on Friday for being the first state to be 'Har Ghar Jal-certified,' which means that every household in Goa has access to piped water.

2 dead as aircrafts collide mid-air while landing in California

Two small aircrafts collided mid-air while trying to land at an airport in Watsonville in California leaving at least two persons dead on Friday 4 am (IST).

Virat Kohli completes 1,000 days without a century: Key stats

The narrative of Virat Kohli's lean patch continues to grow.

Manga lashes: A step-by-step guide to get this anime-inspired look

You must have come across a host of characters in Japanese comic books who have eyelashes that tend to grow into pointy clusters.

Asia Cup 2022 Qualifiers: All you need to know

The 2022 Asia Cup qualifier tournament is set to begin on August 20 with the clash between Singapore and Hong Kong.

5 best jeans for different body shapes

A good pair of jeans is one of the staple pieces of clothing in your wardrobe.

Here's how you can choose the perfect cleanser

Facial cleansing is a vital step in one's skincare routine to maintain a proper level of hydration of the skin.

Did Somy Ali label Salman Khan a 'women beater'?

Over four months ago, in March, former Bollywood actor Somy Ali threatened to expose the "Harvey Weinstein of Bollywood," while attaching a picture of superstar Salman Khan in a social media post.

OnePlus 10T's first update brings several optimizations and bug fixes

The OnePlus 10T is now getting its first Android 12-based Oxygen OS update.

India's smartwatch market posts over 300% YoY growth

India's smartwatch market saw a massive Q2. According to Counterpoint Research, the market grew by 312% year-over-year (YoY) in the last quarter.

How has Petra Kvitova fared at the US Open?

Czech star Petra Kvitova is set to face Ajla Tomljanovic in the quarter-final at the Western and Southern Open.

Everything to know about India's first all-electric double-decker bus

Switch Mobility has introduced the EiV 22 electric bus in India. It is the first-of-its-kind fully air-conditioned, double-decker offering from the UK-based automaker to reach our shores.

Want to gain weight? Here are some 5-minute recipes!

Gaining weight can be just as hard as losing weight is for others.

Filmfare Awards 2022: Looking at top contenders of the year

The prestigious Filmfare Awards are back with a bang!

COVID-19 increases risk of brain fog, dementia: Study

A new study published in Lancet Psychiatric Journal has found a strong link between COVID-19 and several neurological and psychiatric conditions in the infected patients.

NEET, JEE, CUET aspirants protest over exam glitches, demand retest

Students across streams have organized a collective protest against the National Testing Agency (NTA) in response to persistent technical issues in admission tests such as NEET, JEE, and CUET.

'Insecure' Kejriwal informed CBI: BJP's claim after raid on Sisodia

Hours after the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) raided Manish Sisodia on Friday, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) alleged that Arvind Kejriwal must have tattled on the former.

Bangladesh appoint Sridharan Sriram as technical consultant: Details here

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) appointed Sridharan Sriram as the technical consultant of the national team in T20I cricket on Friday.

Akshay Kumar's 'Cuttputlli' gears up for OTT premiere; teaser dropped

Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar has shared the teaser of his new movie, Cuttputlli on Friday.

Casemiro set to join Manchester United: Decoding his stats

Real Madrid mid-fielder Casemiro is set to join Manchester United after the Premier League club submitted a massive bid for the player.

'Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives 2' promises glitz, glamor, gossip!

Ahead of its arrival on September 2, the makers of Netflix India's Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives have dropped an enticing trailer!

Revoke Bilkis Bano case convicts' release: 6,000 citizens urge SC

Over 6,000 citizens including bureaucrats, women and human rights' activists, historians and grassroots workers among others have urged the Supreme Court in a joint statement to revoke the early release of 11 convicts in Bilkis Bano case.

Bhima Koregaon case: SC gives 3-month deadline to frame charges

The Supreme Court (SC) has given the designated National Investigation Agency (NIA) court hearing the Bhima Koregaon violence case a three-month deadline to decide on the framing of charges against the accused under the stringent Unlawful Activities Prevention Act, 1967 for alleged Maoist links.

ICC World Cup Super League: Pakistan climb to third spot

Pakistan have climbed to the third spot in the ICC Cricket World Cup Super League standings.

Sensex tanks 652 points, Nifty drops below 17,800 mark

The benchmark Sensex and Nifty indices on Friday witnessed a slump, ending the 8-day winning streak. While the Sensex slipped 651.85 points, or 1.09%, to 59,646.15 points, the Nifty shed 198.05 points, or 1.12%, to 17,758.45 points.

WhatsApp's upcoming 'login approval' feature will keep hackers at bay

Earlier this month, we got to know that WhatsApp is working on a new security feature called 'login approval.'

Finland PM lands in trouble after party video, here's why

A video of Finland Prime Minister Sanna Marin dancing at a party has sparked a national controversy.

Decoding the ODI stats of Babar Azam in 2022

Pakistan cricket team captain Babar Azam is enjoying the form of his life. Babar has smashed successive fifties in the ongoing ODI series between Netherlands and Pakistan.

OnePlus Nord wired earphones to launch in September: Check features

OnePlus will bring its latest Nord-branded wired earphones to India next month, as per tipster Mukul Sharma.

Here's how you can make some scrumptious paninis at home

Panini or panino is a sandwich made with Italian bread. These include breads like focaccia, michetta, ciabatta, and baguette.

DGPs should monitor demographic changes in border states: Amit Shah

Amit Shah, the Union Home Minister, reportedly remarked on Thursday that all border state police chiefs should keep a close check on the demographic changes taking place in their respective areas while highlighting the importance of national security.

Apple releases new iOS, iPadOS updates amid major security issues

Apple has urged iPhone, iPad, and Macbook users to update their devices immediately after it was revealed that the devices face major security concerns.

Petition in SC: Dolo gave Rs. 1,000-cr freebies to doctors

Dolo-650 manufacturers provided doctors with Rs. 1,000 crore worth of freebies as an incentive, a plea in the Supreme Court said on Thursday.

'Dobaaraa' review: Don't miss out this intelligent, fast-paced adaptation

Taapsee Pannu starrer Dobaaraa was released on Friday.

National Men's Grooming Day: Time for some self-care, blokes!

Style your hair, suit up, and spill some charm guys, because today (drumrolls please), is National Men's Grooming Day!

Stuart Broad completes 100 Test wickets at Lord's: Key stats

England's veteran pacer Stuart Broad has completed 100 wickets at the Lord's Cricket Ground.

'Pink Venom': BLACKPINK's comeback pre-release track, MV now out

K-pop girl band BLACKPINK finally dropped their pre-release track titled Pink Venom on Friday.

2023 Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 spotted testing: Check features

Royal Enfield has been spied testing the 2023 Continental GT 650 in a near-production avatar in Chennai, India. The motorcycle is seen flaunting a set of alloy wheels.

Sony WI-C100 review: Wireless neckband that gets the basics right

Sony needs no introduction. It is synonymous with premium electronics products in India and generally operates in the upper mid-range to high-end segment. The budget wireless earphones category in India has been booming with bulk of the sales numbers coming from products priced under Rs. 2,000. If you divide the segment further, brands like Boat and Realme have a stranglehold in the sub-Rs. 1,500 range, while the likes of OnePlus have been doing well in the upper half.

12 states, J&K debarred from power trading over pending liabilities

The Power System Operation Corporation (POSOCO) has penalized 12 states and a Union Territory (UT) by debarring them from trading electricity at the spot market for not clearing liabilities.

Kagiso Rabada claims his 12th five-wicket haul in Test cricket

South Africa speedster Kagiso Rabada was excellent against England in the ongoing first Test at Lord's.

'Koffee With Karan': Times when Vicky-Karan teased Sidharth about Kiara

The latest episode of the celebrity talk show Koffee With Karan saw the attendance of our favorite "Punjabi Munde" Vicky Kaushal and Sidharth Malhotra.

Lenovo Legion Y70, Pad Pro launched: Check features and price

Lenovo has debuted its latest gaming smartphone, called the Lenovo Legion Y70. It starts at CNY 2,970 (around Rs. 34,800).

Trouble for AAP MLA after second wife alleges cheating, assault

Punjab AAP MLA from Sanaur, Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra has landed in the soup after his second wife lodged a police complaint accusing him of cheating by hiding his first marriage, and later assaulting and threatening her.

COVID-19, flu currently grips 80% of Delhi homes: Survey

Eight out of ten households in the Delhi-NCR region have been hit by viral fever and COVID-19 in the last 30 days, according to a LocalCircles online poll.

VLC media player banned in India. But why?

VideoLan's VLC media player is famous for its ability to play any video that you throw at it. However, the company was ill-prepared to deal with the Indian government's decision to ban the popular media player.

Mumbai shocker: Woman gets 3 men to rape 11-year-old

A minor in Mumbai was raped by three men earlier this week allegedly on the behest of her 21-year-old female friend.

Bilkis Bano rapists Brahmins, have good sanskar: BJP Godhra MLA

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) legislator from Godhra in Gujarat, CK Raulji sparked a fresh outrage by supporting the 11 men convicted for the rape of Bilkis Bano and released by the Gujarat government after 15 years in prison.

Cincinnati Masters: Daniil Medvedev, Stefanos Tsitsipas reach quarters

Men's singles world number one Daniil Medvedev clinched a battling victory against Denis Shapovalov to reach the quarters of the 2022 Cincinnati Masters.

Limited-run Hennessey Venom F5 Roadster debuts with 1,817hp V8 engine

US-based Hennessey Performance Engineering has unveiled its fastest convertible, the Venom F5 Roadster. The supercar is capable of reaching a top speed of over 483km/h.

Where to watch Tom Cruise's 'Top Gun: Maverick' on OTT?

Hollywood film Top Gun: Maverick, starring Tom Cruise is all set to make its digital debut.

Long road ahead: Staggering 500-day wait for US visa

Students and travelers seeking visa appointment to visit the United States (US) are bound to wait a minimum of nearly 500 days as pending applications keep piling up, according to the US State Department.

Western & Southern Open: Iga Swiatek, Emma Raducanu bow out

Women's singles world number one tennis star Iga Swiatek has been ousted by Madison Keys at the 2022 Western & Southern Open.

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

Bitcoin has shed 2.5% over the last 24 hours and is now trading at $22,815.62. It is 4.7% lower than the previous week.

National Potato Day 2022: 5 incredibly yummy potato recipes

If the joke, "Me: Biryani I love you; Biryani: Aloo too," cracks you up every time, you are probably a big fan of potatoes. Today is a day dedicated to this versatile starchy vegetable.

Delhi liquor policy: CBI raids Deputy CM Manish Sisodia's home

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) searched 21 places across the country on Friday, including the house of Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia.

Raju Srivastava isn't 'brain dead,' comedian's manager slams death rumors

Indian comedy stalwart Raju Srivastava continues to be treated at AIIMS, New Delhi.

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Garena Free Fire MAX August 19 codes: How to redeem?

Garena's Free Fire MAX has successfully amassed a sizable fanbase in India due to its high-resolution graphics and rewards redemption program.

5 intriguing K-dramas arriving soon on Netflix

K-dramas and binge-watchers are a match made in heaven!

Decoding the exam preparation strategies of CAT top rankers

The Common Admission Test (CAT) is an entrance exam held every year for students aspiring to pursue a career in management and business administration.

2023 Mahindra Thar five-door variant spotted testing: Check design, features

Mahindra has been spotted testing the five-door version of the Thar in India, albeit in a heavily camouflaged avatar. The SUV will likely be launched next year.

Nothing Phone (1) gets another camera-focused software update: Check features

The Nothing Phone (1) is now receiving another software update. Notably, this is the second firmware that the device is getting after its debut last month.

Karan Johar hilariously trolls own directorial 'Student of the Year'!

Karan Johar is setting the internet on fire with his popular celebrity talk show Koffee With Karan on Disney+ Hotstar.

2023 Porsche 911 GT3 RS breaks cover: Check design, features

Porsche has announced the 2023 Porsche 911 GT3 RS for the global markets with a price tag of $223,800 (approximately Rs. 1.78 crore). The supercar is based on the 992-generation 911 GT3.