22 Mar 2023

Virat Kohli smashes his 65th ODI half-century, leaves behind legends

Australia beat India in the 3rd ODI in Chennai to seal the three-match series 2-1.

Australia beat India in 3rd ODI, seal series 2-1: Stats 

Australia beat India in the 3rd ODI in Chennai to seal the three-match series 2-1.

Suryakumar Yadav registers third consecutive golden duck (ODIs): Key stats

Indian batter Suryakumar Yadav had a forgettable run in the three-match ODI series against Australia.

Kuldeep Yadav dismisses Carey for the fifth time in ODIs

Left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav continues his exploits for India across formats.

SC to form new bench to hear Bilkis Bano's plea

The Supreme Court (SC) announced on Wednesday that it would form a new bench to hear a plea challenging the premature release of 11 convicts who had gang-raped Bilkis Bano during the 2002 Gujarat riots.

Mesut Ozil retires from football: Decoding his career stats

Mesut Ozil has retired from football at the age of 34. The former Arsenal, Real Madrid and Germany midfielder Ozil won nine trophies during his club career, including four FA Cups and the Spanish league title in 2012.

WhatsApp admins can now tightly control who joins a group

WhatsApp has announced new features that make it easier to find and manage groups on the app.

India vs Australia, 3rd ODI: Hardik Pandya takes a three-fer

India bowled out Australia for 269 in the 3rd and final ODI at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai.

'Pathaan' aside, unmissable deleted scenes from Shah Rukh Khan's movies

When the OTT details of Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan were announced, fans went into a frenzy as it came with the promise of exclusive footage that was chopped off from the theatrical version.

Price-hike for the entire Volkswagen line-up in India in April

German carmaker Volkswagen has announced a price revision for its Taigun, Virtus, and Tiguan models in India from April onward. The prices of all cars will go up by nearly 2%.

OTT: Prime Video greenlights German feature 'Trunk'

The OTT giant Amazon Prime Video has greenlit Marc Schießer's upcoming directorial Trunk (working title). The German language high-octane thriller has an interesting plot and it will be headlined by Sina Martens.

The world now has fewer billionaires: Here's what happened

Over the past year, we have seen the global economy struggling to stay afloat amid war, macroeconomic headwinds, the tech sector's fall, and the banking crisis.

Russian musician known for anti-Putin war songs dies at 35

Prominently known as the founder of the Russian band Cream Soda, musician Dmitry Svirgunov, also known as Dima Nova died at 35.

Ramzan 2023: Break your fast with these lip-smacking iftar dishes

March 22 this year is the beginning of Ramzan, a month-long period of abstinence, reflection, prayer, and fasting for followers of Islam around the world.

Airtel launches Rs. 599 postpaid plan; 5G expanded to Kolkata

Airtel has released a new postpaid plan priced at Rs. 599. The new recharge offers an Amazon Prime subscription for six months and Disney+ Hotstar mobile subscription for one year at no extra cost.

Vanessa Hudgens's travel documentary to go on floors this March

Asian American actor Vanessa Hudgens, who rose to fame with Disney's High School Musical series, is all set to star in a travel documentary which explores her family's Asian heritage.

3rd ODI: India bowl out Australia (269); Pandya, Kuldeep shine

India have bowled out Australia for 269 in the 3rd and final ODI at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai.

BAFTA TV Awards nominees announced! Check out who is leading

It's the BAFTA Television Craft Awards 2023 season and the nomination list is out!

Upcoming Royal Enfield Scrambler 650 spied testing: What to expect?

With the debut of the Super Meteor 650 and 2023 iterations of the Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650, homegrown bikemaker Royal Enfield is now gearing up to introduce the Scrambler 650.

Shilpa Shetty Kundra joins cast of Dhruva Sarja's 'KD'

Pan-India films have become a formula and many filmmakers, across industries, have adopted this strategy of featuring Bollywood and South Indian actors.

Who's Tekashi 6ix9ine? Rapper hospitalized after getting attacked in gym

American wrapper Tekashi 6ix9ine, also known as 6ix9ine, has been hospitalized after he was assaulted in South Florida, recently.

Ramzan 2023: 5 series to watch this holy month

The holy month of Ramzan is here. The one that's filled with prayers, fasting, the time spent with family during iftar, and all those lip-smacking delicacies, too.

India vs Australia: Mitchell Marsh completes 2,000 runs in ODIs

Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh has completed 2,000 runs in ODI cricket.

Here's how you can generate pictures using Bing Image Creator

Microsoft is adding an AI-powered image creator to its search engine Bing. With the Bing Image Creator, you can now generate an image by simply describing the type of picture you wish to see.

Sensex gains 140 points, Nifty settles around 17,150 mark

On Wednesday, the stock market had a bearish opening but the benchmark Sensex and Nifty indices witnessed a surge. The Sensex jumped 0.24% to 58,214.59 points while the Nifty climbed 0.26% to 17,151.9 points.

Navroz 2023: 5 delectable Parsi sweet recipes you must try

Navroz or Persian New Year is here and it's time to spend some quality time with your friends and family while gorging on delectable dishes.

David Warner surpasses 1,000 career ODI runs versus India: Stats

David Warner, who returned to action in the third ODI versus India in Chennai on Wednesday, attained a milestone.

PM Modi to hold high-level meeting amid rising COVID-19 cases

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to hold a high-level meeting on Wednesday at 4:30 pm to review the present situation and the preparedness of public health services in view of the surge in COVID-19 cases.

Uganda: Bill passed imposing jail term, death penalty for homosexuality

Uganda's parliament on Tuesday passed legislation criminalizing those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ).

Is Meta doing enough to fight sex trafficking and exploitation

Few Meta shareholders have filed a lawsuit against CEO Mark Zuckerberg and other executives for not doing enough to stop sex trafficking and child sexual exploitation on Facebook and Instagram.

Hardik Pandya dismisses Steve Smith for the 5th time (ODIs)

Australian batter Steve Smith was dismissed for a three-ball duck in the 3rd and final ODI versus India in Chennai on Wednesday.

Here's where SRK, Salman, Amitabh Bachchan, Akshay, and Aamir live

Let's take you on a house tour to the swanky houses owned by some Bollywood A-listers!

Delhi liquorgate: Sisodia sent to judicial custody till April 5

The Rouse Avenue Court in Delhi sent Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia to judicial custody until April 5 in connection with the alleged money laundering case relating to the Excise Policy 2021-22.

Tit-for-tat: Barricades removed outside UK mission after London's Khalistan protest

Barricades outside the United Kingdom (UK) mission at Shantipath in Chankyapuri and the residence of the British High Commissioner to India, Alex Ellis, at Rajaji Marg in Delhi were removed on Wednesday afternoon.

All about Suriya's luxurious properties across India

Tamil superstar Suriya's family—his actor-wife Jyothika, along with their two children—has moved their base from Chennai to Mumbai, while the actor keeps juggling between the cities.

Box office: Kichcha Sudeep's 'Kabzaa' sees slight growth

Upendra Rao and Kichcha Sudeep's recently released film Kabzaa was in buzz ever since its announcement. The film is performing way below the belt at the box office. It opened with decent figures on Friday, but ever since then, the collections are on a downslide.

Kane Williamson rises to number two in ICC Test Rankings

New Zealand batter Kane Williamson has risen to number two in the latest ICC Test Rankings for Batters.

Can't get enough of John in 'Pathaan'? Watch these movies

One of the biggest Bollywood blockbuster movies of all time, Pathaan, starring Shah Rukh Khan, John Abraham, and Deepika Padukone, was released on the streaming platform Amazon Prime Video on Wednesday, after raking in Rs. 1,042 crore at the global box office.

Revitalize your garden soil with these 5 simple techniques

Regardless of the type of soil you have, it is possible to transform it into healthy garden soil with some effort and patience.

2023 Hyundai VERNA's features explained: From ADAS to switchable-type infotainment 

Hyundai has introduced the 2023 iteration of the VERNA in India with a starting price tag of Rs. 10.9 lakh (ex-showroom).

Shreyas Iyer likely to miss IPL 2023 and WTC final

Indian cricketer Shreyas Iyer is set to miss the upcoming Indian Premier League 2023 season followed by the ICC World Test Championship final in June versus Australia.

'Pathaan': Know exactly what you'll get extra in OTT version

To say that Shah Rukh Khan's enchantment in Pathaan has sent fans into a frenzy post the premiere of the film on the OTT platform, would be an understatement.

India reports highest daily COVID-19 cases in 2023: Check tally

For the first time in 2023, India reported more than 1,100 COVID-19 daily cases, triggering fresh concerns among people about the recent outspread of the novel virus.

India vs Australia, 3rd ODI: Steve Smith elects to bat

India will take on Australia in the third and final ODI on Wednesday in Chennai. Australia were at their dominant best in the second game as they defeated India by 10 wickets and made it 1-1.

Asia's largest liquid mirror telescope launched in Uttarakhand

Asia's largest four-meter International Liquid Mirror Telescope (ILMT) is now operational in Devasthal in Uttarakhand.

Countries that use Euro but are not in European Union

The Euro, the second most traded currency in the world after the US dollar, is widely used in global currency markets.

Chaitra Navratri: Know about the nine avatars of Goddess Durga

Also known as Rama Navratri, the auspicious festival of Chaitra Navratri celebrates Goddess Durga.

Afghanistan vs Pakistan, T20Is 2023: Presenting the statistical preview

Afghanistan and Pakistan will battle it out in a three-match T20I series, starting March 24 (Friday).

Delhi budget 2023 to be presented today after Centre's go-ahead

The Union Home Ministry officially approved the Delhi budget 2023 on Tuesday after clarification from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government, allowing for its presentation in the Assembly on Wednesday.

Google Bard v/s OpenAI ChatGPT: Which chatbot is better

The generative AI battle between Google and Microsft has entered a new phase, with Google now opening limited access to Bard.

6 arrests, 100 FIRs over 'Modi hatao, desh bachao' posters

The Delhi Police on Wednesday arrested six people, including two printing press owners, and registered 100 FIRs in connection with posters in the national capital that read Modi hatao, desh bachao, calling for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ouster.

'Jimin Fallon': Jimmy Fallon reacts to fan's hilarious comment

K-pop stars enjoy a huge fan following worldwide and BTS is one of the top boy bands. Jimin is supposed to appear on Jimmy Fallon's The Tonight Show this Thursday and Friday.

Today's cryptocurrency prices: Rates of Bitcoin, Ethereum, Shiba Inu, Polygon

Bitcoin has climbed 1.52% in the past 24 hours to trade at $28,279.92. Compared to last week, it is 13.83% up.

Varun Dhawan-Janhvi Kapoor's 'Bawaal' gets new release date 

Bawaal is one of the most anticipated projects of Bollywood. Earlier this year the makers revealed that they were looking to postpone the release to work on the VFX.

Top features of Ford Explorer: Sliding infotainment panel to quick-charging

US-based automaker Ford has revealed the all-new Explorer EV, primarily for the European markets. The electric SUV is based on Volkswagen's critically-acclaimed MEB platform.

Decoding Smriti Mandhana's struggles in WPL 2023: Key Stats

Royal Challengers Bangalore Women broke the bank to sign star Indian batter Smriti Mandhana at the Women's Premier League (WPL) auction.

Box office: 'Zwigato' shows no improvement on Day 5

Nandita Das is one of the most adept filmmakers in our country. Her films might not be able to capture the box office but are loved by the niche viewers who watch them. Her recent directorial Zwigato starring comedian Kapil Sharma is not minting well but has received positive reviews from critics.

Prabhu Deva's 'Bagheera' gets an OTT release date

Prabhu Deva is a jack of all trades—dancing, choreographing, directing, and acting. The actor's recent release Bagheera, a psychological suspense thriller was average at the box office. The 'A' rated film had all the elements in it, yet it did not perform that well at the box office.

Amritpal might have changed appearance, police release his 7 looks

With the pro-Khalistani leader and Waris Punjab De chief Amritpal Singh still on the run, Punjab Police released a set of possible avatars that Singh could have used to evade arrest on Tuesday.

Gudi Padwa 2023: Significance, history and festive traditions

As spring blossoms into full bloom, the people of Maharashtra come together to celebrate the vibrant and joyous festival of Gudi Padwa.

Box office: 'TJMM' registers slight rise; marches toward Rs. 150cr-mark

Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar is a freshly baked Luv Ranjan romcom that has resonated with the youth. It is the biggest hit after Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan and it is minting quite well. The film has crossed the Rs. 100 crore mark with ease and is marching toward the Rs. 150 crore mark.

What is this new fungal disease spreading rapidly in US

Here's a new infection that may have you worried as the United States of America reports an alarming increase in cases of Candida auris, an emerging fungus causing severe illnesses in people.

Nandamuri Balakrishna starrer 'NBK 108' first-look poster is out now!

Telugu superstar Nandamuri Balakrishna is all set to storm the box office with his highly-anticipated upcoming film NBK 108.

Kylian Mbappe appointed France football team's captain: Decoding his stats

Football superstar Kylian Mbappe has replaced Hugo Lloris as France national football team's captain.

Box office: 'Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway' sees rise in collection

Rani Mukerji is known for her women-led roles and her recent release has been praised by her colleagues in Bollywood. Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway has received negative reviews from critics, whereas it is receiving mixed reviews from viewers.

Lookout circular, non-bailable warrant against Amritpal; police watching India-Nepal border

The Punjab Police have issued a lookout circular and non-bailable warrant against Khalistani proponent and Waris Punjab De chief Amritpal Singh, who has been absconding since Saturday.

Free Fire MAX codes for March 22: How to redeem

Free Fire MAX is an exciting battle royale game, which was released in September 2021 by 111 Dots Studio.

Spring-summer fashion ideas for a vacation in the hills 

As the summer season is almost here, it is time to head to a hill station to escape the heat and rejuvenate.

The mystery of face blindness: Decoding prosopagnosia

Recent research found that prolonged COVID-19 symptoms may be linked to issues with facial recognition, a rare condition known as prosopagnosia (or, face blindness), and navigational problems.

Hitting the gym? Don't forget to warm up: Here's why

Warm-up exercises are a crucial part of one's fitness regimen.

Happy birthday, Reese Witherspoon: 'Legally Blonde' actor's top 5 romcoms 

An Academy Award winner, actor Reese Witherspoon has also won two Golden Globe Awards, a Screen Actors Guild Award, a British Academy Film Award, and a Primetime Emmy Award.

5 natural home remedies for knee pain 

Knee pain is not always the result of an underlying disease but also a lot of causes including an injury, such as a ruptured ligament or torn cartilage, too much physical activity, arthritis, gout, or infections.

These five planets will come together in late March

Just days after the Venus-Jupiter-Moon conjunction, stargazers are bound to witness another rare cosmic event.

Is top-end Hyundai VERNA better than SKODA SLAVIA Style DSG

South Korean automaker Hyundai has introduced its 2023 VERNA sedan in the Indian market. Its bookings are open.

6.6 magnitude quake in Afghanistan, tremors felt in North India 

Strong tremors, lasting for almost two minutes, jolted several states in North India after a 6.6 magnitude earthquake struck the Hindu Kush region in Afghanistan on Tuesday night. This was the third earthquake to hit Afghanistan in 48 hours.

21 Mar 2023

WPL 2023: Delhi Capitals beat UP Warriorz to reach final

Delhi Capitals beat UP Warriorz in the final league stage match of the 2023 Women's Premier League (WPL) edition in Mumbai.

Heinrich Klaasen hammers a century as SA beat West Indies

Heinrich Klaasen hammered his second ODI century as South Africa won the 3rd ODI against West Indies in Potchefstroom.

WPL 2023: Alice Capsey's three-fer disarrays UP Warriorz 

UP Warriorz compiled 138/6 against Delhi Capitals in the final league match of the 2023 Women's Premier League (WPL) edition at the Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai.

Women's Premier League 2023: Tahlia McGrath smashes her fourth fifty

Tahlia McGrath played a 58*-run knock in the ongoing Women's Premier League (WPL) 2023 season on Tuesday.

WPL 2023: UPW compile 138/6 against DC; McGrath, Capsey shine

UP Warriorz compiled 138/6 against Delhi Capitals in the final league match of the 2023 Women's Premier League (WPL) edition at the Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai.

Google releases Bard, its rival to OpenAI's ChatGPT

Google has finally released Bard, its AI-powered chatbot, in response to OpenAI's ChatGPT.

HC slams Punjab Police for failing to arrest Amritpal Singh

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has lambasted the Punjab government for its failure to apprehend Waris Punjab De chief and pro-Khalistani leader Amritpal Singh as the search for the radical leader entered its fourth day on Tuesday.

Centre's objection to budget 'unconstitutional': Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday said the Centre's objection to the proposed Delhi budget was "unconstitutional" and "completely groundless," reported NDTV.

How pro-Khalistani leader Amritpal Singh witnessed such meteoric rise

Pro-Khalistani leader and Waris Punjab De (WPD) chief Amritpal Singh has grabbed the headlines for nearly a month now.

Mitchell Starc can break his record in Chennai: Key stats

Australian speedster Mitchell Starc has been in scintillating form in the ongoing ODI series against India.

ChatGPT's history is temporarily unavailable: Here's what happened

If you go to ChatGPT and look for your previous conversations with the chatbot, you won't find any. The unavailability of history is a continuation of events from yesterday that resulted in a major outage.

WPL 2023, UPW vs DC: Meg Lanning elects to field

UP Warriorz and Delhi Capitals will lock horns in match number 20 of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2023.

Virat Kohli spotted using an unannounced foldable phone in India

Virat Kohli is using a foldable phone that is yet to debut in India. The former Indian captain has often been seen using an iPhone. A leaked video of his hotel room previously revealed that he also carries extra iPhones.

Salman Khan's 'KKBKKJ' song used auto-tune? Understanding how it works 

Salman Khan is gearing up for his upcoming film Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan, which is enjoying a massive buzz.

Jio rolls out 5G in 41 more cities: Check coverage

Reliance Jio has rolled out its fifth-generation services in 41 more cities including Udhagamandalam, Narsapur, Margao, Rajouri, Thalassery, and Kumarghat. With the latest rollout, Jio 5G is now live in 406 cities.

WPL 2023: MI beat RCB to top the standings

Mumbai Indians finished their 2023 Women's Premier League (WPL) league stage campaign with a dominant win.

Honda working on a Hyundai CRETA rival: What to expect

Honda will introduce its new SUV for the global markets by mid-2023. The Hyundai CRETA rival will be based on a tweaked version of the Amaze's platform.

RRR

Tesla cars blink on 'Naatu Naatu'; Elon Musk reacts

RRR's Naatu Naatu, which translates to "Dance Dance" has truly won hearts all over the world.

Marvel meets dosa: Spiderman dosa takes the internet by storm

People around the world love to experiment with food and create new and exciting dishes in their own style.

Key facts about world's most powerful rocket, built by NASA

NASA's Space Launch System (SLS) is the most powerful rocket ever built.

#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Rocket Boys' director Abhay Pannu's next- a dystopian movie

He hit it out of orbit with Rocket Boys 2! Filmmaker Abhay Pannu's series on eminent Indian scientists—Homi J Bhabha and Dr. Vikram Sarabhai—has made him the talk of the town.

Uttar Pradesh: Students protest after college installs CCTVs outside toilets

Students of the Dayanand Anglo-Vedic (DAV) PG college in Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh, staged a protest outside the principal's office for installing closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras outside toilets, reported India Today.

Nearly 4,000 SC, ST, OBC central university teaching posts vacant

Around 3,874 teaching posts for candidates from reserved categories are lying vacant in all 45 central universities across the country, the Centre informed the Parliament on Monday.

WPL 2023: Amelia Kerr stars with three-fer, becomes joint-highest wicket-taker

Mumbai Indians all-rounder Amelia Kerr rattled the Royal Challengers Bangalore with her splendid bowling figures of 3/22 in their Women's Premier League (WPL) clash in Mumbai.

Keerthy Suresh gifts gold worth Rs. 75L to 'Dasara' crew

Dasara is the upcoming film of "Natural Star" Nani and actor Keerthy Suresh. The film is in the buzz since its announcement and fans are waiting for the action-adventure film.

MK Stalin felicitates Oscar-winner Kartiki Gonsalves with Rs. 1 crore

Kartiki Gonsalves along with Guneet Monga won an Academy Award this year, the first for an Indian production. The duo won in the Best Documentary Short category for the film The Elephant Whisperers.

Product review: Revisiting childhood with Skippi ice pops

Imagine this - you are huffing and puffing on a hot summer afternoon thinking about how you can pop away to a cooler destination. Enter fruit-flavored ice pops!

WPL 2023: MI restrict RCB to 125/9; Kerr picks three-fer

Mumbai Indians restricted Royal Challengers Bangalore to 125/9 in the 19th match of the 2023 Women's Premier League (WPL) at the DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai.

5 inspirational poets you must read on World Poetry Day

Poetry has been a part of human culture for thousands of years, and many great poets have left behind a legacy of powerful and enduring works.

Maharashtra: Nitin Gadkari receives threat calls at Nagpur office

Union minister Nitin Gadkari's Nagpur office in Maharashtra reportedly received threat calls from an unidentified caller who allegedly demanded a Rs. 10 crore ransom.

Trump failed to disclose gifts from India as president: Report

Donald Trump failed to disclose 17 gifts worth over $47,000 (roughly Rs. 40 lakh) from India during his tenure as the United States (US) president, according to a report by the US House of Representatives Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

BJP world's most important yet least understood party: WSJ

An opinion piece in the United States-based (US) news outlet The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) has claimed that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is the world's most important foreign political party.

Nam Joo-hyuk begins military service: Actor's top shows to watch

South Korean actor Nam Joo-hyuk, who rose to prominence with his stint in the romantic drama series Twenty-Five Twenty-One, has enlisted for his mandatory military service.

Varun Dhawan to play a crucial role in 'Stree 2'

Horror comedy has become a beneficial genre for producers as it is loved by viewers. It was in 2018 when Amar Kaushik's Stree became a money spinner at the box office and filmmakers started venturing into the genre.

OPPO announces flagship Find X6, X6 Pro smartphones: Check features

OPPO has introduced its Find X6 series, which includes the Find X6 and Find X6 Pro models.

Sensex climbs 445 points, Nifty ends above 17,100 mark

On Tuesday, the benchmark Sensex and Nifty indices showed an upward trend. The Sensex rose 0.77% to 58,074.68 points, while the Nifty gained 0.7% to end at 17,107.5 points.

Rajasthan: Video shows people consuming chinkara meat; Bishnois demand action

A video purportedly showing some people cooking and consuming the meat of chinkara (Indian gazelle) in Rajasthan's Jodhpur has enraged the Bishnoi community, reported PTI.

This Raspberry Pi-based device lets you control computers with brain

The ability to control computers with our brains is a skill that we are still mastering. The technology is beneficial but is expensive more often than not.

Punjab: Internet ban lifted in many cities, except sensitive pockets

The Punjab government lifted the mobile internet and SMS ban in several cities of the state after 12:00 pm on Tuesday, reported Mint.

Kannada actor Chetan Kumar arrested over objectionable 'Hindutva' tweet

Kannada star Chetan Kumar, also known as Chetan Ahimsa, has landed in trouble over an objectionable social media post.

WPL 2023, RCB vs MI: Harmanpreet Kaur elects to field

Royal Challengers Bangalore will cross swords with Mumbai Indians in match number 19 of the inaugural Women's Premier League (WPL) 2023.

Jeet's 'Chengiz' to release on Eid: Details inside

Superstar Jeet is undoubtedly the only actor in Bengali cinema who is unabashedly and unapologetically delivering commercial mass cinema. The times when the industry is not delivering economically, Jeet has delivered some stellar content.

India witnessed significant human rights violations in 2022: US report

A report by the United States Department of State has listed significant human rights issues in India in 2022, including arbitrary and unlawful killings, violence targeting ethnic and religious minorities, and freedom of the press.

Select Pixel users can now try Google's AI chatbot, Bard

Google is now giving early access to Bard—its AI chatbot—to select Pixel users. As per 9to5Google, the testing is being expanded to Pixel superfans, a community of Pixel smartphone users.

5 unique man-made bridges around the world

Bridges around the world not only serve as a means for connecting people and places but also add to the aesthetic of the region.

Israeli surrogacy drama 'A Body That Works' trailer out

Israeli surrogacy drama series titled A Body That Works received its international trailer recently.

India vs Australia, Chepauk Stadium: Stats, pitch report, and more

India will take on Australia in the third and final ODI at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Wednesday.

2023 Hyundai VERNA goes official: Which variant should you book

South Korean automaker Hyundai has launched the 2023 version of the VERNA sedan in India. It is offered in four trim levels: EX, S, SX, and SX (O).

'Pathaan' OTT: SRK shows off chiseled abs in new video

Shah Rukh Khan's enchantment in Pathaan is no more limited to theaters because now you can stream it from your home too.

OTT: Docu-series on Ed Sheeran releasing on this date

Ed Sheeran is a bonafide pop star who has been a generation-defining musician. The singer-songwriter has delivered several chartbusters and now a documentary on him, titled Ed Sheeran: The Sum of It All has been announced.

5 souvenirs to bring back home from Austria

Souvenirs can be a fun and meaningful way to remember a trip or experience, no matter where you travel.

Realme C55, with 64MP main camera and 5,000mAh battery, launched

Realme has introduced its latest 4G smartphone, dubbed Realme C55, in India.

Mumbai: Class 10 student appears for board exam in ambulance

A 15-year-old girl from Mumbai's Bandra appeared for her second paper of the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) board examination in an ambulance on Monday, reported Hindustan Times.

Bullish on India, but Lamborghini CEO is unhappy with infrastructure

High taxation rates and poor road infrastructure are limiting the market growth of super luxury cars in India, Lamborghini's global CEO, Stephan Winkelmann, expressed such a sentiment in an interview with The Economic Times.

Can't confirm: US on providing India intelligence about China's incursion

A new report has claimed that for the first time, the Pentagon provided crucial real-time intelligence to the Indian Army, which helped India tackle the border incursion by China in Arunachal Pradesh's Tawang sector in December last year.

Key takeaways from the UN's latest climate change report

The UN has released a major climate change report, the result of research conducted over the past five years.

iQOO Z7 goes on sale in India: Should you buy?

iQOO's latest Z-series model, iQOO Z7 is now up for grabs in India starting at Rs. 18,999.

Steven Smith set to complete 5,000 ODI runs: Key Stats

Australian star Steven Smith is nearing 5,000 runs in ODIs.

Sendha namak vs regular salt: A comparison

The question of which salt is better, sendha namak or regular table salt, is not a straightforward one as both have their own unique characteristics and potential benefits.

'Drishyam 2' premiering on television: When and where to watch

Drishyam 2 was one of the biggest hits of 2022 and in a year when Bollywood films were not working at the box office, the Ajay Devgn-led film was a huge moneyspinner at the box office.

Salman Khan the singer is back with 'KKBKKJ's new track

Salman Khan is the jack of all trades. From acting to singing to painting to writing lyrics, he has donned many hats and the superstar is back to singing again!

'Absolutely unacceptable': US condemns attack on Indian consulate by pro-Khalistanis

The United States (US) on Monday condemned the attack on the Indian Consulate General in San Francisco, saying the vandalism was "absolutely unacceptable," reported PTI.

Today's cryptocurrency prices: Rates of Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB, Shiba Inu

Bitcoin has climbed 0.38% in the past 24 hours to trade at $27,768.86. Compared to last week, it is 13.22% up.

'Shadow and Bone' Season 2: All about Netflix's top-rated show

Netflix's original fantasy series Shadow and Bone finally returned with Season 2 and how!

After Meta, Amazon, these tech companies may cut more jobs

Amazon has announced the termination of 9,000 roles, making it the latest giant to announce a second round of layoffs. The company previously axed around 18,000 employees.

'Dream' starring Park Seo-joon and IU new teaser trailer out

Park Seo-joon and IU's upcoming film titled Dream is a much anticipated one and the makers have released a new teaser trailer ahead of its release.

92-year-old media magnate Rupert Murdoch to marry for 5th time

Media magnate Rupert Murdoch announced on Monday that he is set to marry for the fifth time at the age of 92 years, reported the New York Post.

Centre puts Delhi budget on hold; Kejriwal writes to Modi

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, urging him "with folded hands" to pass the Delhi budget for 2023-24.

Persian New Year: How is Navroz celebrated around the world

Also called Navroz or Nowruz, the Persian New Year is celebrated by different ethnicities including Parsis across the globe.

Astrology Day: Dive deeper into the cosmos with these facts

An ancient practice with its earliest evidence dating to the 3rd millennium BCE, astrology was considered an academic discipline in many parts of Eurasia until the 17th century.

Box office: 'Kabzaa' collections drop further on Day 4

Kannada films are on an all-time high after Prashanth Neel's KGF series and Rishab Shetty's Kantara. The recently released action drama Kabzaa was in the buzz but has not performed up to its expectations. It has received negative reviews from critics and viewers.

What's special about Rolls-Royce's last V12-powered coupe

Luxury automaker Rolls-Royce has unveiled its Black Badge Wraith Black Arrow model.

OnePlus 11 5G review: Almost a Pro without the suffix

It wouldn't be wrong to say that OnePlus had an underwhelming 2022. For some reason (or the lack of it) there was no OnePlus 10 at all. Eventually, the company launched the 10T which was nothing special-a stripped-down version of the 10 Pro with the same SoC, at best. If you think about it, there hasn't been a proper non-Pro/non-R phone from the brand since the OnePlus 9.

Here's why these players withdrew from England's Euro qualifiers squad 

England have suffered major blows as key players like Marcus Rashford, Mason Mount, and Nick Pope have withdrawn from the upcoming Euro 2024 qualifiers due to injury concerns.

These homemade mosquito repellent sprays actually work

One of the most annoying pests both indoors and outdoors, mosquitos are not only flying bugs that bite but also spread harmful viruses like Zika virus, dengue, chikungunya, malaria, West Nile, and others.

Five wicket-keepers who could replace Rishabh Pant at Delhi Capitals

Rishabh Pant's absence will be a major blow for Delhi Capitals in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season.

Box office: Rani Mukerji's 'Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway' collections drop

Rani Mukerji is known for her women-led films and her recent release Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway has been in the buzz ever since its announcement. The film's crux is based on a real-life event that shook the entire nation.

'Star Wars,' 'Harry Potter' actor Paul Grant dies at 56

Hollywood actor Paul Grant, who appeared in the Star Wars and the Harry Potter franchise films, has passed away.

Box office: 'TJMM' collections drop drastically on Day 13

Luv Ranjan is the flagbearer of quirky romcoms in Bollywood and interestingly, the youth connects with his films. His recent directorial Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar has already crossed the coveted Rs. 100 crore mark and is having a decent run at the box office.

WhatsApp's latest update for iOS fixes the notifications bug

Popular messaging app, WhatsApp recently released an update on the beta channel for iOS, carrying version number 23.5.79.

Importance of outdoor play in early childhood

Today's children spend an increasing amount of time indoors, fidgeting with electronic devices such as smartphones, laptops, and tablets, and watching television.

Happy birthday, Rani Mukerji: Revisiting actor's unconventional, pathbreaking roles

Rani Mukerji entered the industry with Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat and went on to star in several commercially successful movies such as Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Ghulam, and Saathiya.

Should you buy Xiaomi 13 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S23

The Xiaomi 13 Pro has recently gone on sale for Rs. 79,999. The device packs a high-resolution AMOLED screen, LEICA-engineered cameras, Qualcomm's latest flagship SoC, superfast charging, and the latest connectivity standards.