13 Jan 2018

Army Chief should 'concentrate on his job' says J&K minister

Responding to Army Chief Bipin Rawat's remarks on Jammu and Kashmir's education system, the state Minister Altaf Bukhari said that the "well-decorated officer" should concentrate on his job and not give sermons on education which is not his domain.

Attorney General: Unity among SC judges will return

Yesterday, four SC judges held a press conference raising objections to the way the chief justice of India (CJI) Dipak Misra was running the judiciary. In a first, they urged the nation to safeguard the SC's independence. Their dissidence revealed the schism among the SC's senior-most judges.

5 wrestlers killed in a road accident in Maharashtra

Five Indian wrestlers were among the six, who were killed in a road accident in Maharashtra's Sangli district.

Lost your Aadhaar Card? Here's how you can retrieve details

With the Aadhaar card becoming mandatory for several essential tasks like filing of income tax returns or applying for a permanent account number (PAN), the importance of Aadhaar in today's India is undoubtedly on the rise.

Sherin Mathews's adoptive father charged with her murder

Wesley Mathews, the Indian-American adoptive father of Sherin Mathews, has been charged with capital murder after an autopsy ruled that the 3-year-old girl died from "homicidal violence."

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Suffering losses, LG decides not to release smartphones every year

LG Electronics has been struggling with its smartphone business for quite some time now. It now looks like LG isn't going to release smartphones every year anymore.

RSS-linked farmers' union expresses its demands for 2018 budget

There is about a month left before Modi government would present its last full-fledged budget. As various groups lobby to have their demands accepted, there is one demand which the government might find difficult to ignore.

8,214 Delhiites fined in four days for public smoking

Trying to curb cigarette smoking in public, Delhi Police has fined 8,214 offenders in just four days.

1,122 cricketers register for IPL 11 auctions

If you are a cricketer, playing in the IPL is definitely a dream.

Google deletes 60 kids apps, after they showed pornographic content

Google had to delete roughly 60 apps from its Play store after Israeli cybersecurity firm Check Point discovered a type of malware dubbed "AdultSwine" which could display pornographic content and other malicious pop-ups on an Android user's smartphone screen.

Trump paid Rs. 82 lakh to pornstar to stay silent

US President Donald Trump's lawyer had reportedly brokered a $130,000 payment to a porn star to prevent her from talking of an alleged sexual encounter with Trump.

JNU makes 75% attendance compulsory; students stage protests

Implementing its December 1 decision, the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) on Wednesday made 75% attendance mandatory for all students.

Maharashtra: Boat carrying 40 students capsizes in sea; 4 dead

In a tragic incident, at least four children lost their lives as a boat carrying as many as 40 school students overturned in Maharashtra's Dahanu town this morning.

Missing ONGC helicopter: Chopper crashed off Mumbai-coast; 4 bodies recovered

The missing Pawan Hans helicopter that had five ONGC employees and two pilots onboard has reportedly crashed off the Mumbai coast on its way to a Mumbai High oil rig.

ED raids Karti Chidambaram's premises in Delhi, Chennai

Chidambarams continue to be haunted by scams. Now, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has conducted raids at various premises linked to Karti Chidambaram, senior Congress leader P Chidambaram's son.

Donald Trump in "excellent health", says White House doctor

Amid questions over his mental fitness to hold the post of US President, spurred by a damaging new book, Donald Trump has been proclaimed to be in "excellent health" by the White House doctor.

National-level boxer shot dead, body found in Greater Noida flat

In a shocking case of gruesome murder, a 27-year-old boxer was found lying in a pool of blood in his apartment in Greater Noida.

Jains are the wealthiest Indian community: National survey

Jains are the wealthiest religious community in India. Delhi and Punjab are the richest states. Bihar is the poorest.

Gutkha scam: Secret letter to Jayalalithaa recovered from Sasikala's room

In a startling revelation, Income Tax Department told the Madras HC that a secret letter, regarding the multi-crore gutkha scam, sent to late Tamil Nadu CM Jayalalithaa on 2 Sep'16 was found in Sasikala's room in Veda Nilayam at Poes Garden.

#KnowYourTeam: Meet bowlers of India's Under-19 World Cup Squad

The 12th edition of the Under-19 Cricket World Cup kicked off today, in New Zealand.

As Chennai lights up for Bhogi festival, flight services disrupted

Flight operations in Chennai were suspended today for at least five hours due to thick smog and poor visibility. This was because Tamil Nadu began Pongal festivities with the Bhogi bonfire.

First women-only car showroom opens in Saudi Arabia

A few months after they were allowed to drive, women get their first exclusive car showroom in Saudi Arabia. This was opened in Jeddah's Le Mall.

Now, Sri Lankan Prime Minister wants to watch 'Padmaavat'

One can say that Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Padmaavat' that has constantly been marred by controversies has finally seen the day of light. It is slated to be released on January 25.

Chandrayaan-2: Mission to land on Moon on schedule, says ISRO

India is going back to Moon soon as the launch of its next lunar mission Chandrayaan-2 is on schedule, according to Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO).

Rishi yells at a woman, Ranbir comes to her rescue

Rishi Kapoor is the only Bollywood actor who is blunt beyond repair. He never shies away from voicing his opinions, whether you like it or not.

Lalu's complaint "Being treated like a common prisoner"

Many Indian politicians would be qualified for the "narcissistic" title. From Mayawati's statue obsession and Jayalalithaa's devi-like demeanor to NT Rama Rao's delusional theatrics, masses have witnessed interesting moments. However, RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav takes the cake.

These 12 banking apps are at risk

Last week, Quick Heal detected an Android Trojan stealing banking credentials from customers, following which several banks have issued advisories and warnings to customers about the risks.

India to have no 2G internet subscribers by 2019: Report

According to a report by market research firm CyberMedia Research (CMR), India will have no 2G internet subscribers left by June 2019.

12 Jan 2018

This app lets users enter legal contracts for consensual sex

Dutch company LegalThings has created a new app called LegalFling that formulates legally binding contracts for consensual sex.

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IKEA wants women to pee on its ad. Here's why

Known for quirky ads, IKEA has come up with arguably its most controversial yet.

Royal Enfield launches adventure motorcycle "Himalayan Sleet" at Rs. 2.12L

Chennai-based motorcycle maker Royal Enfield has unveiled the Himalayan Sleet Edition, adding a new model to its adventure-touring motorcycle range.

Sushil Kumar to lose his CWG spot?

India's Olympic hero, wrestler Sushil Kumar has claimed innocence in the fracas that broke out following his bout against Parveen Rana, post the selection trials for the Commonwealth Games.

Biomass fuel burning at homes killed 267,700 Indians in 2015

Over 1.1 million Indians died in 2015 because of air pollution. Of them, the most - 267,700 or 25% - were killed because of residential biomass fuel burning, claims a new research released on Thursday.

Before budget, inflation at 5.2% and Industrial growth at 8.4%

Before FM Arun Jaitley presents his government's last full-fledged budget, two macroeconomic data indicators gave mixed signals for the economy.

Here's why Sushant Singh Rajput rejected Rs. 15 crore

Recently, actor Sushant Singh Rajput was approached by a fairness brand to endorse their product. The endorsement, according to Mid-Day, would have fetched him a whopping Rs. 15 crore.

Football transfer rumours and news

12 days into the January transfer window and there have already been some big moves across Europe.

SC: Issue of CBI Judge BH Loya's death is serious

The Supreme Court has said the mysterious circumstances surrounding special CBI judge BH Loya's death is indeed a "serious matter." Judge Loya was hearing the controversial Sohrabuddin Sheikh encounter case when he "mysteriously" expired.

China is exerting pressure, but India isn't weak: Army chief

Acknowledging that China is upping pressure on the Indian border, Army Chief Gen Bipin Rawat said troops are prepared to tackle any aggressive movement.

Padmaavat banned in Gujarat, Rajasthan, Himachal despite censor board approval

As the controversial Padmaavat moves towards its January 25 release after having cleared a long-drawn battle, it might still suffer as one state after another ban the film.

Gallup International Survey: Modi ranked 3rd; ahead of Trump, Putin

PM Modi adds another feather to his cap. Gallup International's annual survey "Opinion of Global Leaders" has put him at number three among world leaders.

Linking Aadhaar with SIM cost this man Rs. 1 lakh

Trying to link his mobile number with Aadhaar card, as per government directives, has cost a man in Jaipur Rs. 110,000.

What should be your weekend watch: Kaalakaandi or Mukkabaaz?

After a disappointing December, January comes with a lot of good surprises for the movie buffs. Two stellar movies have released today, which would make your weekend pretty exciting.

#KnowYourTeam: Meet batsmen of India's Under-19 World Cup Squad

India's Under-19 Cricket World Cup campaign, is all set to kick off from Sunday when they take the field against Australia.

14-year-old sets herself ablaze after being harassed, gangraped since months

A 14-year-old girl in UP set herself on fire allegedly after being harassed by four men since months and recently gangraped.

French giant Danone shutting down dairy business in India

Paris-based Danone SA -after three failed attempts to succeed in the Indian dairy industry- is discontinuing its dairy operations in the country, which is among the fastest-growing global consumer packaged goods markets.

With Airtel, you can get free one-year Amazon Prime subscription

The telecom wars in India, triggered by Jio's disruptive entry into the market in 2016, still continue.

Nitish Kumar's convoy attacked in Buxar, CM unhurt

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's convoy was attacked in Nandan area of Buxar, but he escaped unhurt.

EC may announce dates for Tripura, Meghalaya and Nagaland polls

The poll season is upon us again. The Election Commission of India will probably announce the polling schedule for assembly elections in Tripura, Meghalaya and Nagaland today.

CES 2018: New OnePlus smartphone to launch in 5 months

Chinese phone maker OnePlus has finally revealed that the company's new flagship phone, that can potentially be named 'OnePlus 6', "could" be launched in the next five months.

Jammu and Kashmir's 2018-19 budget is all rainbows and smiles

It is raining good news for Jammu and Kashmir's transgender community.

FBI releases age-progressed photos of Neerja Bhanot's 1986 flight hijackers

The FBI has released age-progressed photos of the four attackers involved in the 1986 hijack of Pan Am Flight 73 that killed 20, including Indian flight attendant Neerja Bhanot.

In a first, judges urge nation to save Supreme Court

In an extraordinary development, Justice Jasti Chelameswar, the second senior-most SC judge, raised questions on the court's freedom and integrity that he alleged have been thrown into uncertainty.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange given Ecuador citizenship

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange is now a citizen of Ecuador, which is also helping him reach a "dignified and just" solution with Britain.

Facebook News Feed to now prioritize posts from friends

Facebook is making a major modification to its News Feed algorithm that will prioritize posts from friends and family instead of news and other third-party publisher content.

Reliance Jio may soon launch its own cryptocurrency "JioCoin"

At a time when cryptocurrency has become one of the hottest tech and financial trends, Mukesh Ambani-owned Reliance Jio is reportedly planning to foray into the blockchain and virtual currency space.

Kangana's mountain abode costs a whopping Rs. 30 crore

Recently, images of Kangana Ranaut's dream house in Manali surfaced on the internet. One can't help but drool over the beauty of her palatial bungalow, which is nestled on the hills.

Why take people from 'shithole' countries?: Trump discusses immigrants

It's no secret that US President Donald Trump is not a fan of immigrants, but his recent comments have shocked several quarters.

Gadkari: Won't give an inch of South Mumbai to Navy

Shipping and Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari bamboozled everyone with his recent remarks. He claimed that he "won't give an inch of land" to the Indian Navy in South Mumbai for staff-quarters. Instead, he asked them to go and patrol the Pakistan border.

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#WhatTheHealth: Faridabad hospital charges Rs. 18L, but pregnant woman dies

Another case of medical negligence has been reported from the NCR, this time from Faridabad's Asian Hospital.

South Africa vs India 2nd Test: Probable XI

India's 72 run defeat to South Africa in Cape Town was an eye opener for captain Virat Kohli who has some crucial selection decisions to make if they have to keep the three-match Test series alive.

Passports might not be a valid address proof anymore

If a report by HT is to be believed, Indians might not be able to use passports as address proof soon.

Hunting for MH370: Malaysia offers $70mn to ocean exploration firm

The government of Malaysia has inked a deal with an American ocean exploration firm, Ocean Infinity to launch a new search for the missing flight MH370.

Now, Congress and BJP fight it out in Karnataka

After Gujarat and Himachal polls are done and dusted, the action has now moved to Karnataka.

Washington renames Russian embassy street after murdered Russian politician

In a new development, the Washington DC City Council has unanimously voted to rename the street which houses the Russian embassy after slain Russian politician Boris Nemtsov.

CES 2018: The rise of offbeat and bizarre gadgets

The ongoing Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2018 at Las Vegas, USA, is witnessing the launch of some truly innovative gadgets and products that go beyond smartphones and laptops and even VR headsets.

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Karan Johar announces name of Akshay's leading lady in Kesari

Karan Johar took to Twitter to announce the name of the leading lady of his upcoming film 'Kesari' with Akshay Kumar, but with a major blooper.

Pakistani anchor brings daughter on show to condemn 8-year-old's rape

As Pakistan reels with the horrific rape and murder of an 8-year-old girl, a popular anchor hosted news bulletin with her infant daughter on her lap as a protest against the appalling incident.