25 Oct 2022

Why is Winston Churchill trending after Sunak became UK PM?

As Rishi Sunak emerged victorious in the race to become the United Kingdom's prime minister—the third in two months—on Monday, over 7,000 kilometers away, Indians were celebrating that he has proved "Winston Churchill" wrong.

YouTube gets revamped design, pinch-to-zoom, ambient mode, and more features

YouTube has introduced a revamped look and a range of new features, which should be live for users worldwide over the next few weeks.

'Elected to fix mistakes': UK PM Sunak in first address

Addressing the public on the first day of formally taking over as the United Kingdom's prime minister, Rishi Sunak said that he has been elected to "fix mistakes."

T20 WC: Marcus Stoinis slams fastest T20I fifty for Australia

An incredible knock by all-rounder Marcus Stoinis powered hosts Australia to their first win of the 2022 ICC T20 World Cup.

ICC T20 World Cup, Australia beat Sri Lanka: Key stats

Hosts Australia finally open their account in the 2022 ICC T20 World Cup.

Xiaomi Bone Conduction headphones announced: Check features and price

Consumer electronics giant Xiaomi has unveiled a new headset, Bone Conduction, in China.

#DealOfTheDay: Lenovo ThinkBook 15 gets attractive discount on Amazon

Lenovo's ThinkBook series is meant to provide stylish looks and excellent performance.

India witnessed this year's last solar eclipse today: Details here

India on Tuesday witnessed the year's last solar eclipse, which reportedly began in the country at Leh and Hanle in Ladakh, per the Indian Institute of Astrophysics.

T20 World Cup: Nissanka, Asalanka power SL's innings against Australia

Sri Lanka racked up 157/6 after Australia put them in to bat in the 2022 ICC T20 World Cup Super 12 clash at the Perth Stadium.

NASA's panel begins 9-month long study on unexplainable UFO sightings

Have you wondered about the veracity of stories regarding unidentified flying saucers? We may soon get an answer to our doubts.

WhatsApp is working on fixing the logout screen bug

Recently, WhatsApp released an option where users could sync their existing accounts to their Android tablets.

ICC T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka score 157/6 against Australia

Australia bowlers extracted pace and bounce from a lively Perth deck as they restricted Sri Lanka to 157/6 in the 2022 ICC T20 World Cup Super 12 match.

Arunachal Pradesh: Fire guts 700 shops in Itanagar's oldest market

Over 700 shops went up in smoke when a fire broke out and spread uncontrollably at a market in Naharlagun, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh, in the early hours of Tuesday.

New leak reveals complete specifications of iQOO 11 series

iQOO is gearing up for its upcoming smartphone line-up called the iQOO 11 series, which includes the standard iQOO 11 and 11 Pro.

SpaceX readies Falcon Heavy for first launch in 40 months

Falcon Heavy, the world's most powerful rocket, is ready to get back in the game after a three-year-long sabbatical.

SKODA ENYAQ RS iV arrives with stylish looks, 500km range

Czech automaker SKODA has unveiled its ENYAQ RS iV SUV. It will be up for grabs next year.

'Thank God' Twitter reviews: Ajay Devgn starrer receives mixed response

Ajay Devgn-Rakul Preet Singh-Sidharth Malhotra starrer Thank God was released in theaters on Tuesday (October 25).

Akshata Murty: From humble Bengaluru girl to UK's first lady

Rishi Sunak scripted history on Monday after winning the race to lead the Conservative Party and became the prime minister of the United Kingdom.

Health benefits of Nordic walking - the latest fitness trend

The latest fitness trend now, Nordic walking is a full-body exercise that uses special poles to activate your upper body as you walk.

Toyota bZ3 sedan goes official; delivers over 600km of range

Japanese automaker Toyota has introduced the bZ3 sedan in China. It has been built in collaboration with BYD and FAW Toyota.

Journeys of Clay and Fire: Exploring the beauty of ceramics

Imagine this: You are passing by a ceramics store and your head turns involuntarily to check out those glamorous works of art as your feet walk ahead and crash on a tree.

5 haunted places in Kolkata to go ghost-hunting this Halloween

The vintage charm of Kolkata, the City of Joy attracts a lot of tourists.

Airline relaunching complicated but close, prospects promising: Jet Airways CEO

Veteran aviation professional and the chief executive officer (CEO) of the revamped Jet Airways, Sanjiv Kapoor, expressed hope about soon relaunching their "fantastic" airline after nearly six months of announcing the revival plan.

5 health benefits of bok choy you must know about

A variety of Chinese white cabbage, bok choy, or pok choi is a cruciferous vegetable that has a lot of nutritional benefits.

Sensex closes at 59,543 points, Nifty settles at 17,656

The stock market closed on a negative note on Tuesday with the Sensex going down 0.48% to settle at 59,543.96 points, and the Nifty ending at 17,656.35 points.

T20 WC, AUS vs SL: Aaron Finch elects to field

Hosts Australia will fight for redemption as they take on Sri Lanka in their upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2022 match.

Stop fussing about non-striker run-out: Hardik Pandya on 'Mankading' debate

Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya wants the cricket fraternity to stop "making fuss" about the 'Mankading' dismissal.

Apple Music, TV+, and One are now more expensive

Streaming services have been getting pricier in the last few months. Now, Apple has joined the list of companies that have increased the costs of their services.

England announce ODI squad for Australia series; Jason Roy returns

England have announced a 15-man squad for the three-match ODI series in Australia post the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup.

Akshay's 'Ram Setu' OTT release: Streaming rights sold to Amazon?

Akshay Kumar's fourth theatrical release of the year Ram Setu had its premiere on Tuesday.

Karnataka: Lingayat seer found dead; suicide note alleges blackmail

A 45-year-old seer of the Lingayat sect, Basavalinga Swami, was found dead in mysterious circumstances in his room in Karnataka's Ramanagara district on Monday.

Asteroid 2022 UY1 zooms past Earth: Here are the details

Earth has had some close calls with asteroids in the last few months.

Adam Zampa tests COVID-19 positive ahead of Sri Lanka clash

Australian leg-spinner Adam Zampa has tested COVID-19 positive ahead of Tuesday's Super 12 clash against Sri Lanka in the 2022 T20 World Cup.

COVID-19: India reports 862 cases, lowest tally in 6 months

India recorded its lowest number of daily COVID-19 cases in 196 days, or more than six months, with a three-digit tally of 862 on Tuesday.

Tim Paine accuses South Africa of ball-tampering in 2018 series

In a shocking statement, Tim Paine has claimed that South African team players were involved in ball-tampering in the match that followed the infamous Newlands Test in 2018.

OnePlus Nord N300 5G debuts with 48MP camera, 33W fast-charging

OnePlus has added yet another smartphone to its budget-friendly Nord series, dubbed Nord N300 5G.

'Ram Setu' review: Middling execution; a chore to sit through

Akshay Kumar starrer Ram Setu arrived in theaters on Tuesday (October 25).

Kieron Pollard shocked with WI's early exit in T20 WC

Kieron Pollard has termed West Indies' failure to reach the Super 12s in the ongoing 2022 ICC T20 World Cup as a 'sad day' for Caribbean cricket.

Twitter employees write letter to Musk protesting mass layoff plans

There are less than a handful of days left for Elon Musk to complete the acquisition of Twitter. The company's employees are not among those who are waiting to see what happens after that.

Box office collection: 'Sardar,' 'Prince' lead South Indian Diwali releases

For this year's Diwali, South Indian cinema halls were mostly swamped by young superstars as compared to previous years when megastars like Rajinikanth, Ajith Kumar, Vijay, Chiranjeevi, and Pawan Kalyan usually dominated.

Cheteshwar Pujara re-signs with Sussex for 2023 County season

India's Cheteshwar Pujara will return to Sussex for County cricket in 2023.

2022 Vienna Open: Andrey Rublev stuns Diego Schwartzman; Fritz advances

Third-seeded Andrey Rublev tamed Argentine Diego Schwartzman in the first round at the Vienna Open.

5 must-try spooky recipes for Halloween

Halloween is around the corner and it's time to instill a spooky aura in your homes, dress up as ghouls and witches, and indulge in the ritual of tricking and treating.

King Charles to appoint Rishi Sunak as UK PM today

Rishi Sunak is set to be appointed as the first prime minister of color of the United Kingdom on Tuesday after meeting King Charles III.

Is WhatsApp down? Thousands of users are affected by outage

Is WhatsApp down? That's what thousands of users around the world are asking.

Toyota Innova Hycross MPV previewed in a teaser: Check design

Toyota will unveil its Innova Hycross MPV in the global markets next month.

Cyclone Sitrang spares India, crosses Bangladesh coast; 7 dead

At least seven people died in Bangladesh as Cyclone Sitrang made landfall on the country's shore on Monday, sparing India's coast near West Bengal, AFP reported.

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Will Adidas drop Kanye? Exploring all of his scrapped deals

Sportswear giant Adidas received a massive backlash on Monday as netizens demanded the brand cut ties with Kanye West (Ye) after he posted a series of anti-Semitic outbursts on Twitter.

T20 World Cup, NZ vs AFG: Preview, stats, Fantasy XI

After thrashing hosts Australia by 89 runs, New Zealand will meet Afghanistan in their second match in the ICC T20 World Cup 2022.

T20 World Cup, England vs Ireland: Preview, stats, Fantasy XI

England will cross swords with Ireland in their next assignment in the ICC T20 World Cup 2022.

Happy birthday Kritika Kamra! Know about her fitness secrets

A popular face in Indian television, Kritika Kamra is well-known for her roles in TV shows like Kitani Mohabbat Hai, Reporters, and Kuch Toh Log Kahenge.

'I am not retired,' Serena Williams drops hints of comeback

Tennis legend Serena Williams hinted at her comeback in her latest statement.

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

Bitcoin has slipped by 0.1% in the past 24 hours to trade at $19,311.47. It is 1.3% lower than the week before.

'Taste of Space' to get more star-studded with celebrity chefs

NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) is not alien to stars. However, at this year's "Taste of Space" event, the KSC will play host to some different stars: celebrity chefs!

Fans lose calm after Henry Cavill announces return as Superman

After years of speculation, Henry Cavill finally made it official that he is set to be back as Superman.

5 fruits you must have in winters to stay healthy

Let's give a fruity punch to this winter season!

Diwali: Firecrackers choke Delhi as people flout ban; AQI worsens

Delhiites celebrated a noisy Diwali on Monday with no holds barred despite a ban on firecrackers in place, pushing the air quality from the "poor" to "very poor" category, as recorded by over 40 monitoring stations across the national capital on Tuesday morning.

'Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania' trailer introduces Kang the Conqueror

Marvel Studios has unveiled the first trailer for the highly-awaited Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, starring Paul Rudd and Jonathan Majors.

How to redeem Free Fire MAX codes for October 25?

A battle royale game with friends sounds exciting, but employing the regular strategies and routine in-game items may make the gameplay monotonous.

Phil Simmons steps down as West Indies head coach

Phil Simmons has resigned as the head coach of the West Indies men's cricket team.

Facebook threatens Canada of blocking news over proposed legislation

Facebook users in Canada may soon find their Feeds without news from local news outlets.

Will Dwayne Johnson's 'Black Adam' be a game-changer for DC?

There's no stopping Dwayne Johnson's Black Adam at the box office!

Apple Mac Pro with M2 chip to debut next year

Apple will unveil the new Mac Pro model with two variants of the M2 SoC, namely 'M2 Ultra' and 'M2 Extreme,' sometime next year.

Which movies are coming up next in Marvel Cinematic Universe?

As Marvel geeks, it is our duty to keep ourselves updated and spread the word, whenever there's an update about movies of the franchise.

Philips to cut around 4,000 jobs globally amid mounting losses

Dutch multinational Philips said on Monday that it may slash around 4,000 jobs in an effort to get back on its feet.

24 Oct 2022

DIY remedies to extract pollutants and dirt from skin

The pollution level of your city can determine your skin health, which is why when you come back from a trip to the mountains your skin looks better.

Here's how to use eye cosmetics the right way

Our eyes are very sensitive vital organs, and we must do everything in our power to protect them. But does that limit our creativity with makeup?

Starting tomorrow, WhatsApp will not work on these iPhones

WhatsApp will stop working on certain iPhone models after October 24. The platform has planned to withdraw support for devices running firmware versions lower than iOS 12.

BTS

Jin begins 'The Astronaut' promotions; to appear on 'Running Man'

Jin, the eldest member of the South Korean act BTS, is all set to greet fans with his single The Astronaut.

Rishi Sunak wins UK PM race as Penny Mordaunt withdraws

After receiving support from the majority of the Conservative Party Members of Parliament (MPs), Rishi Sunak has won the race to become the party's new leader and the United Kingdom's next prime minister.

Solar eclipse October 25: When, where, and how to watch

October 25 is an important day for sky gazers. Tomorrow, for the last time this year, the Moon will creep between the Sun and Earth to cause a solar eclipse.

Sip on these beverages to stay warm this winter

These beverages feel as comforting as a warm snuggle!

T20 WC: South Africa-Zimbabwe match called off due to rain

The 18th match of the 2022 ICC T20 World Cup between South Africa and Zimbabwe ended as a no-result.

Porsche Garmin Epix 2 limited edition smartwatch launched: Check features

Garmin has collaborated with Porsche to release a new limited edition smartwatch called, the Porsche x Garmin Epix 2.

John Shaw, husband of Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, passes away at 73

John Shaw, Biocon founder and executive chairperson Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw's husband, passed away on Monday morning. He was 73.

What to expect from 'House of the Dragon' Season 2?

HBO's popular period fantasy series House of the Dragon completed its maiden season on the streamer on Sunday (Monday in India).

Bhavish Aggarwal responds to toxic work culture allegations at Ola

Bhavish Aggarwal has one answer for those who are calling the workplace culture at Ola Electric toxic - "we're not here to have a nice, easy time."

T20 World Cup: Zimbabwe set an 80-run target for SA

In a rain-curtailed affair, Zimbabwe have set a target of 80 against South Africa at the 2022 ICC T20 World Cup.

Kerala: Governor's resignation order to vice-chancellors faces opposition, triggers battle

Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan—who also serves as the chancellor of universities in the state—took an unusual step on Sunday by seeking the resignation of vice-chancellors of nine universities.

Felix Auger-Aliassime overpowers Sebastian Korda, wins European Open: Key stats

Canadian ace and second-seeded Felix Auger-Aliassime downed Sebastian Korda 6-3, 6-4 to win the men's singles title at the European Open.

Fall fashion tips: How to style leather outfits

Leather outfits are back, with faux and vegan leather in glorious colors gracing display windows.

T20 World Cup, AUS vs SL: Preview, stats, Fantasy XI

Australia will fight for redemption as they take on Sri Lanka in their upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2022 match.

Runner-up to frontrunner: Sunak likely to become UK PM today

Rishi Sunak—the runner-up in the United Kingdom's last prime ministerial race—is almost set to assume the top post on Monday, said reports.

Lorenzo Musetti beats Matteo Berrettini, wins Napoli Open: Key stats

Fourth-seeded Lorenzo Musetti torched fellow countryman and second-seeded Matteo Berrettini in straight sets to claim the 2022 Napoli Open.

Max Verstappen wins the 2022 United States GP: Key stats

2022 Formula 1 championship winner Max Verstappen won the United States Grand Prix to continue his brilliant campaign.

'Agent,' Yashoda,' 'Varisu' receive Diwali posters, confirmed release dates

It's raining updates from the South Indian film industry today!

Stockholm Open final, Holger Rune stuns Stefanos Tsitsipas: Key stats

Holger Rune dished out a commanding show to overcome Stefanos Tsitsipas in the Stockholm Open final.

Everything about Indian-origin Rishi Sunak, frontrunner in UK PM race

Rishi Sunak is vying to become the first Indian-origin prime minister of the United Kingdom.

T20 World Cup: Bangladesh's Taskin Ahmed claims maiden four-wicket haul

Bangladeshi seamer Taskin Ahmed roared with career-best figures worth 4/25 against Netherlands in the 2022 ICC T20 World Cup.

Robert Lewandowski scores as Barcelona rout Athletic Club: Key stats

Robert Lewandowski scored as Barcelona humbled Athletic Club 4-0 on matchday 11 of La Liga 2022-23.

Jio True 5G-powered Wi-Fi launched; pilot program extended to Chennai

Reliance Jio Infocomm Limited has launched Jio True 5G-powered Wi-Fi services in India.

T20 World Cup, SA vs ZIM: Ervine elects to bat

South Africa are kick-starting their ICC T20 World Cup 2022 campaign against Zimbabwe.

10 days after demise, Robbie Coltrane's cause of death revealed

Scottish actor Robbie Coltrane, who shot to international acclaim through his role as Rubeus Hagrid in the Harry Potter film franchise, breathed his last on October 14.

Netherlands' Colin Ackermann smashes his maiden T20I fifty: Key stats

Colin Ackermann has smashed his maiden half-century in T20 Internationals.

T20 World Cup, Bangladesh outclass Netherlands: Key stats

Bangladesh handed a thrilling nine-run beating to Netherlands, thereby kick-starting their 2022 ICC T20 World Cup campaign on a winning note.

Chai time: 5 immunity-boosting herbs to add to your tea

Let's make it a little more 'TEAsing' for you!

Deepotsav: Ayodhya creates new Guinness record by lighting 15.76L 'diyas'

The city of Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh has broken its own Guinness World Record by lighting over 15.76 lakh clay oil lamps on the eve of Diwali—the festival of lights!

'Drishyam 2' offers Diwali special discount on tickets!

The team of Drishyam 2 just made our Diwali even more luminous!

Samsung announces ISOCELL HPX as its third 200MP camera sensor

Samsung has introduced its third 200MP camera sensor, called the ISOCELL HPX.

Premier League 2022-23, Newcastle United beat Tottenham 2-1: Key stats

High-flying Newcastle United took another big leap by beating Tottenham 2-1 in a crucial Premier League 2022-23 encounter.

Jessica Pegula wins her maiden WTA 1000 title: Key stats

Jessica Pegula tamed Maria Sakkari to win the Guadalajara Open, WTA 1000 title.

Chiranjeevi announces 'Waltair Veerayya' on Diwali; watch title teaser here

As a bumper Diwali gift for his fans, megastar Chiranjeevi just dropped the title teaser of his next venture.

PM Modi reaches Kargil to celebrate 9th Diwali with soldiers

Continuing with his annual tradition, PM Narendra Modi on Monday landed in Ladakh's Kargil—where the 1999 war with Pakistan was fought—to celebrate Diwali with soldiers.

T20 World Cup, Afif Hossain shines against Netherlands: Key stats

Afif Hossain scored a quickfire 38 off 27 balls in Bangladesh's ICC T20 World Cup 2022 opener against Netherlands.

#NewsBytesExplainer: Dead ball controversy in India-Pakistan T20 World Cup clash

India defeated Pakistan by four wickets in their opener in the ICC T20 World Cup 2022.

Heavy breakfast recipes for a long and tiring day ahead

One of the most important meals of the day, a hearty breakfast not only provides essential nutrients to maintain good health but also energizes you to keep you going throughout the day.

T20 World Cup: Netherlands need 145 runs to overcome Bangladesh

Netherlands need 145 runs to hammer Bangladesh in Monday's opening clash of the 2022 ICC T20 World Cup.

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

Bitcoin has moved up 0.6% in the past 24 hours to trade at $19,309.40. It is 0.2% up compared to last week.

Everything we know about 'Chiyaan' Vikram's period drama 'Thangalaan'

After delivering a jawdropping performance in Mani Ratnam's recently released magnum opus PS-I, 'Chiyaan' Vikram is now gearing up for his next, Thangalaan.

WhatsApp is rolling out Facebook-like avatars to some beta users

Avatars have been slowly taking over Meta's universe of social media platforms. After Messenger and Instagram, they are also making their way into WhatsApp.

Cyclone 'Sitrang' to affect several Indian states, high alert issued

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Monday issued an advisory after a deep depression in the Bay of Bengal intensified into a cyclone—named Sitrang by Thailand—on Sunday.

Thomson Q55H1001 TV review: Value-for-money QLED TV with sharp picture

Not long ago, QLED TVs were quite expensive. Some even thought of them as an alternative to OLED TVs and were priced accordingly. In reality, they aren't very different from the usual LED TVs. In fact, they are pretty much LED TVs with an extra layer of quantum dot filter in the backlighting. Now with the technology getting affordable, many brands are looking to jump on to the bandwagon, and Thomson has recently done the same.

Free Fire MAX codes for October 24: How to redeem?

If you are competing in a battle royale game, it is crucial to use a variety of tools and survival techniques on the ground.

T20 WC, BAN vs NED: Scott Edwards elects to bowl

Bangladesh are up against Netherlands in their maiden assignment in the ICC T20 World Cup 2022.

Ola S1 Air v/s TVS iQube: Which one to buy?

Ola Electric has launched its most affordable offering to date, the S1 Air, in India, at an introductory price of Rs. 79,999 (ex-showroom).

UMIDIGI announces global launch of G1 Max, C1 Max smartphones

UMIDIGI has announced that its latest smartphones, the G1 Max and C1 Max, will go on sale in the global markets starting November 1.

5 lip-smacking baby corn recipes you must try

Packed with vitamins, phosphorus, fiber, and iron, baby corn has a light and soft corn-like texture and goes well with several dishes.

Honda working on an electric moped; to debut in 2025

Japanese automaker Honda is gearing up to launch an all-new electric moped. It will be a part of the company's 10 electric two-wheelers planned for 2025 for the global markets.

OnePlus 10T now receiving OxygenOS update with Jio 5G support

OnePlus has started rolling out an OxygenOS-based software update for its flagship 10T smartphone.