28 Aug 2017

India, Pakistan targeted by a "state-sponsored" cyber attack: Symantec

At a time when India is embroiled in conflicts with Pakistan, security firm Symantec discovered a cyber-attack against India and Pakistan that is likely "state-sponsored".

GoT: Who will sit on the 'Iron Throne'?

With the finale of GoT's Season 7 upon us, many have been wondering- who will rule the seven kingdoms?

Sarahah app is uploading your address book to their servers!

Sarahah app has emerged as one of the five most-downloaded apps on Apple and Google app-stores.

What does the US Open 2017 have in store?

The 2017 US Open has gotten the fans feeling a tad disappointed with several marquee players giving it a miss.

Hurricane Harvey: 200 Indian students marooned in Houston

As Hurricane Harvey continues to batter Texas, it has come to be known that 200 Indian students from the University of Houston have been marooned in the floods.

Bengaluru: Woman throws off her 7-year-old daughter twice from terrace

In a very disturbing incident, a seven-year-old girl, Aishika Sarkar, was allegedly killed by her mother Swathi who threw her off to the ground twice from their four-story residential complex's terrace at Jaraganahalli in Bengaluru's JP Nagar.

Sussanne Khan trolled for celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi with ex-husband Hrithik

Actor Hrithik Roshan and his former wife Sussanne Khan might have ended their marriage, but they make it a point to maintain cordial relations.

Eight Indians killed in UK's deadliest road accident in years

Eight Indians were killed and four injured in what is being called the worst accident on UK roads in 24 years.

Xiaomi's Mi 5X to launch in India on Sept 5?

After launching it in China, Xiaomi is now looking to release the Mi 5X in India reportedly on September 5.

Sohail Mahmood's appointment as Pak high commissioner makes India positive

Sohail Mahmood is set to take over as Pakistan's new high commissioner to India, a reason for positivity for New Delhi.

Aadhaar-PAN linking: Follow these steps to get it done!

The last date for linking Aadhaar to PAN was earlier extended to August 31. Now sources say the I-T department isn't likely to grant more relief.

Manchester United have started the season strongly

Three consecutive wins, 10 goals scored, zero goals conceded- Manchester United have started the season very strongly and are looking like title contenders.

'Super rich' businessman husband ordered to pay Rs. 4L alimony

In an eyebrow-raising case, a "super rich" husband has been directed by a Delhi court to pay his wife Rs. 4L monthly and an additional 15% raise annually!

Who will succeed Ram Rahim Singh as Dera chief?

With Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh's 10-years imprisonment, the question now turns to who will lead the sect that claims the loyalty of over five crore devotees globally.

SC raps Gujarat over delay in Asaram Bapu rape case

A few days after the conviction of Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh in a rape case, the SC questioned the Gujarat government over the slow pace of trial in a similar case involving Asaram Bapu.

Digital payments may get you 2% relief on GST

In order to promote Digital India and discourage cash payments, the center is now mulling on giving a 2% incentive over the applicable GST rate for payments made digitally on bills up to Rs. 2,000.

MSD proves yet again why he's the best finisher

MS Dhoni is undoubtedly one of the best finishers of all time.

Mumbai: Railway Police to launch special helpline for reporting crime

The Government Railway Police (GRP) in Mumbai is soon going to set up a special emergency railway helpline to respond to passengers' complaints quickly.

Mumbai's Videsh Bhavan reaffirms MEA's people-centrism

Yesterday, a new Videsh Bhavan (VB) was inaugurated in Mumbai. It integrates all MEA's branches related to issuance of passports, protection of emigrants and managing cultural relations under one roof.

Apple to bring wireless charging to iPhone 8

It may have started as a rumor but now the vibes are getting stronger. Apple's upcoming iPhone 8, among other things, will also bring in wireless charging.

New Rs. 1,000 notes to come with enhanced security features

The Rs. 1,000 note, which went out of circulation last November, is making a comeback in a new avatar.

India-China agree to withdraw troops, end Doklam standoff

The months-long standoff between Indian and Chinese troops at Doklam is coming to an end with both sides agreeing to withdraw their troops.

Myanmar violence: Thousands of Rohingyas flee to the Bangladesh border

As Myanmar's Rakhine state spiraled into violence, thousands of Rohingya refugees are fleeing to the nearby Bangladesh border, only to be turned back by Bangladeshi border guards.

Delhi: Man blames colleague for developing cancer; shoots him dead

In a shocking incident, Myanmar's Inayat, a 25-year-old cook at a restaurant in Delhi's Uttam Nagar, was shot dead by his colleague.

Android Oreo update: Will your phone get it?

As we already know, Android's latest iteration is called Android Oreo. However, now the question among the users is whether their smart device is going to get updated to this new version or not.

Bypolls: Manohar Parrikar wins Panaji, AAP clinches Bawana in Delhi

Securing his position as Goa CM, Manohar Parrikar won the Panaji bypolls by 4,803 votes, defeating Congress' Girish Chodankar .

2,000 evacuated as Tropical Storm Harvey lashes Houston

Hurricane Harvey has weakened to a tropical storm.

Uber chooses Expedia's Dara Khosrowshahi as its new CEO

Uber has, reportedly, chosen Expedia CEO Dara Khosrowshahi as its new chief executive.

Google Chrome's new feature will let you mute noisy websites

Websites, which have the habit of auto-loading videos with sound, are a general nuisance. However, thanks to a new development, this will be a thing of the past.

99% demonetized Rs. 1,000 notes returned to RBI

The RBI website announced that roughly 99% of the demonetized Rs. 1000 currency notes had returned into the banking system.

AI is set to revolutionize the way we manage content

It has been an inverse relationship till now. The more the content, the harder it is to manage it.

Jaitley says PMJDY scheme ushering in revolution

Arun Jaitley, on the occasion of 3rd anniversary of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) said it had brought all "Indians into one common financial, economic, and digital space".

27 Aug 2017

Ask the Trivago guy how to turn bad publicity around

"Kya apne kabhi online hotel search kiya hai?" Maybe you don't spend much time on TV or YouTube, but if you have seen the Trivago ad once, you will remember it.

Meet Honeypreet Insan, the Dera chief's adopted daughter

While Dera Sacha Sauda followers went on violent rampages following Dera chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh's conviction in a rape case, the man himself was seen walking into a helicopter along with Honeypreet Insan, Singh's adopted daughter.

Sharad Yadav, Akhilesh, Mamata, Congress attend Lalu's mega rally

Lalu Prasad Yadav's mega 'BJP Bhagao Desh Bachao' rally looked like a Mahagathbandhan rally with opposition displaying unity.

Tata Nano may stage a comeback, as an electric car

Tata Nano, which was released among much fanfare, has lost its steam over the years. Not only have the sales dwindled to an abysmal low, several allegations on the model have made it a tough sell.

WhatsApp will soon have verified accounts like Twitter, Facebook

WhatsApp is one of the most popular mobile messaging applications out there and it also enjoys a strong user base in India.

FIR against Rishi Kapoor for posting an obscene tweet

An FIR has now been filed against actor Rishi Kapoor by the President of Jai Ho Foundation, an NGO for posting an obscene video of a child on his Twitter handle.

Game of Thrones' incest plot causes Australian street name change

The idea of naming an Australian road, in Charlemont Rise, a suburb of Geelong, Victoria to Lannaster Road after Cersei Lannister and her brother Jaime from the hit TV series Game of Thrones, didn't go so well.

Expect more situations like Doklam: Army Chief Bipin Rawat

Speaking to students at the Savitribai Phule Pune University, Indian Army chief General Bipin Rawat stated that Doklam stand-off is a result of China attempting to change status quo.

Trump administration introduces "extreme vetting" for some green cards

As per reports, an in-person interview with the US immigration authorities will now be mandatory for certain applicants seeking green cards under the Trump regime.

All gold transactions may soon require PAN

The panel that was set up to look at all aspects of household finance in India has recommended that PAN card should be required for all gold transactions.

Bengaluru: 4-year-old girl allegedly raped dies at St John's Hospital

A four-year-old girl, allegedly raped and brutally assaulted, has succumbed to her injuries at St John's Hospital in Bengaluru.

Unbreakable records held by Cristiano Ronaldo

Real Madrid superstar Cristiano Ronaldo was named the UEFA Player of the Season for 2016-2017.

Infosys under Nilekani will adapt a 3-pronged strategy

If anything is evident from Nilekani's tweet - "Joined @Infosys at 26, re-joined it at 62." - it's the fact that Infosys is once again relying on its old guard to bring the much-needed order.

Musa's al-Qaeda linked terror group calls for pan-India jihad

India has been grappling with handling violence fuelled Pakistan-based terror groups.

Dera violence: Punjab & Haryana HC slams state, centre governments

The Punjab and Haryana High Court called out the centre and the Haryana state government for their inability to control widespread violence following the verdict in the Ram Rahim Singh rape case.

Amazon's acquisition of Whole Foods Market: What it means

Global e-retailing giant Amazon Inc. is all set to complete its acquisition of American supermarket chain Whole Foods Market Inc. on Monday.

How many of these US Open facts do you know?

The 2017 US Open is upon us with the season's final major set to kick off on 28th Aug at the Flushing Meadows, New York.

Reports: IAF pitches for 36 additional Rafale warplanes

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is pitching to purchase an additional 36 French-made Dassault Rafale fighter jets as a "follow-on" to the first 36 warplanes.

Cabinet re-shuffle in a fortnight: Difficult decisions await Modi-Shah duo

The last cabinet reshuffle before the 2019 elections would most likely happen in a fortnight.