Day-Night Test to make Caribbean debut
West Indies are all set to experiment with day and night Test cricket, as the Kensington Oval in Barbados will host the maiden day-night fixture to be played in the Caribbean Islands.
Mumbai: This 68-year-old regulates traffic voluntarily everyday for 4 hrs
A 68-year-old retired army man in Mumbai has left everyone amazed by his voluntary service towards the public. The man, Ramdayal Yadav, who is a resident of Nalla Sopara regulates traffic near the Nalla Sopara (East) police station every day for nearly four hours and helps the traffic police present there.
Telegram was removed from App Store over child pornography: Apple
Last week, secure instant messaging app Telegram and its faster counterpart Telegram X was removed from Apple's App Store due to the circulation of "inappropriate content" through the platform.
Bad news, Bitcoin investors! Your earnings are now taxable
World's largest cryptocurrency Bitcoin plunged a whopping 66% from its all-time high of $19,666 to $6,000 (Rs. 3.8L).
After Anupam Kher, Twitter accounts of Kiran Bedi, others hacked
In a multi-person hacking operation, the Twitter accounts of Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry Kiran Bedi, actor Anupam Kher, economist Kaushik Basu, Rajya Sabha MP Swapan Dasgupta and BJP National General Secretary Ram Madhav were hacked earlier in the day.
Why the step-motherly treatment for women's cricket, BCCI?
Just yesterday, the Indian women's cricket team, in their first international after World Cup final last July, thrashed South Africa by 88 runs in the 1st of 3-match ODI series.
Bengaluru: Cab driver breaks customer's leg for puking in car
A man was allegedly assaulted by a cab driver in Bengaluru after he threw up in the car near Kogilu Cross on Ballari Road.
Former coach says South Africa tried to 'doctor pitches'
Criticizing the hosts for their tactics, former South Africa coach Ray Jennings revelation that they "tried to doctor pitches" during the Test series nearly backfired for the Proteas.
Find your Aadhaar usage history for the last six months
Recently, several cases of Aadhaar data misuse have been reported. Last month, a racket was busted where scammers were letting people access the Aadhaar database illegally for just Rs. 500.
Google removes fake version of WhatsApp from Play Store
Google has removed a fraudulent version of WhatsApp from its Play Store which was downloaded by millions of people.
Generated 2.53L central-government jobs in 2 years: Government in Budget-2018
In Budget 2018, the government proposed various measures for generating more employment opportunities. Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said they would create as many as 75 lakh jobs.
'Chai-paani' cost the Uttarakhand CMO Rs. 68L in 10 months!
'Chai-paani' (tea and refreshments) has turned out to be a costly affair for the Uttarakhand Chief Minister's office (CMO).
Mumbai: 16-month-old conjoined twins ready to leave hospital after surgery
Almost six weeks after conjoined twins Love and Prince from Mumbai were surgically separated at Parel's Bai Jerbai Wadia Hospital for Children, they are all set to go home. They were discharged from the hospital on Monday.
UP: 21 affected by HIV after quack uses same syringe
Officials in UP's Unnao were worried: reports of a "high number of HIV cases" in the area had been coming in.
Sophia, World's first robot citizen, to visit India in February
Sophia, the first robot citizen in the world, is set to visit India this month.
Manchester United pay tribute to Munich air disaster victims
February 6 is a day of enormous significance to Manchester United and its fans.
BJP MLA: Not a Hindu, if you don't join RSS
BJP MLA from Hyderabad T Raja Singh has claimed that those who don't attend RSS' daily meetings aren't "true Hindus."
In a first, planets discovered outside the Milky Way
A group of astronomers has for the first time discovered about 2,000 planets outside the Milky Way Galaxy.
Anupam Kher reveals how his Twitter account got hacked
The Twitter account of veteran actor and FTII chairman Anupam Kher has been suspended after a group of pro-Pakistani Turkish hackers hacked the account.
Khadi wars: KVIC sues Fabindia for Rs. 525cr
After warning Fabindia for using the registered 'khadi' trademark earlier, the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) has sued the retail chain for Rs. 525cr for continuing to do so.
Salman Khan tweets 'mujhe ladki mil gayi'. But why?
Salman Khan's bachelorhood has always been in the news. All his affairs are covered widely by media, and he has been asked a million times about his marriage plans.
Lalit Modi blames BCCI over the website row
Former IPL chairman, Lalit Modi has lashed out at the BCCI, a day after the cricket board's official website, www.bcci.tv went offline, after the board failed to renew the domain in time.
SpaceX builds the most powerful rocket in the world
SpaceX is set to test launch what it is calling the most powerful operational rocket in the world.
Sensex plunges 1270 points, the biggest decline since 2015
The BSE's benchmark Sensex crashed below the 34,000-mark, plunging 1,271 points to 33,482.81 while NSE's Nifty50 sank below the 10,300-mark, slumping 390 points to 10,276.
Carrying more than 15 kgs? You can't board Delhi Metro
Delhi Metro commuters heading towards airport or railway station with an oversized baggage may soon be disappointed.
Akshay Kumar releases teaser of 'Gold'
Even before his much-anticipated movie 'PadMan' hit theatres, Akshay Kumar has given his fans something to look out for.
#DefenseDiaries: India successfully test-fires indigenous nuclear-capable missile Agni-I
India test-fired the indigenous nuclear-capable Agni-I missile today from the test range at Abdul Kalam Island, off the Odisha coast.
Now, Kangana Ranaut's film irks Brahmin group
Just when everyone was breathing a sigh of relief in the post 'Padmaavat' era, another Bollywood movie is facing similar protests.
India vs South Africa 3rd ODI: Probable XI
Virat Kohli and Co. will have a chance to create history when they take the field against South Africa, in the Newlands Stadium on Wednesday.
Facebook list threatening violence against Hindu-Muslim couples taken down
As communal tensions over Ankit Saxena's murder refuse to dissipate, a Facebook page furthering hate against inter-faith couples was taken down after social media uproar.
#SecurityCheckKiya: Google launches safety initiative in India
Google has launched a new public safety initiative in India called #SecurityCheckKiya.
Controversy-hit Delhi University to conduct forensic tests on admission documents
Hit by allegations of a massive admission scam, Delhi University (DU) is going hi-tech to ensure genuine applications.
Azaan controversy: LeT planning the assassination of Sonu Nigam?
In a shocking turn of events, singer Sonu Nigam and two BJP MLAs namely Ram Kadam and Ashish Shelar, have been issued advisory of threat.
Now, terrorist Hafiz Saeed dares Pakistan government to arrest him
Jamaat-ud-Dawa (JuD) chief Hafiz Saeed has now dared the Pakistan government to arrest him if they can. He also said that he won't stop fighting for the cause of Kashmiri people and "dedicated 2018" for them.
Delhi: Five-year-old rescued from kidnappers after 10 days
A day before Republic Day, two bike-borne assailants staged a daring kidnapping: they intercepted a school bus near Vivekanand School in Dilshad Gardens, shot at the driver and escaped with a Class 1 student.
Beloved father of series Fraiser, John Mahoney, breathes his last
John Mahoney, who was famous for his role of a dog-loving father Martin Crane in popular sitcom Fraiser, passed away on Sunday.
UPSC Prelims on June 3, notification to be out tomorrow
The UPSC is scheduled to issue notification for its 2018 Civil Services exam tomorrow on its official website.
Ryan murder: From main accused, bus conductor becomes prime witness
In a drastic turn of events, the bus conductor, initially the main accused in the Ryan School murder, has become a prime witness.
India is planning to attack CPEC installations, claims Pakistan
The Pakistani Interior Ministry has shockingly claimed that India is planning to carry out attacks on installations along the $62 billion China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and sabotage the project.
Ahead of 2019 Elections, why are BJP's allies upset?
BJP may be witnessing anti-incumbency, especially evident in its total-washout in Rajasthan by-elections and Gujarat elections' low seat-share.
Kanjarbhat community: Of misogyny, virginity tests and a generational clash
Kanjarbhat community, Maharashtra's de-notified tribe with an estimated population of 25,000, is known for its deeply patriarchal caste panchayat, misogynistic matrimonial traditions, obsession with virgin brides, a keen interest in monetary fines and love for ostracizing dissenters.
Meet Lalitesh Katragadda, the man who built Google Maps India
Google Maps India was launched in 2008; since then it has become a part of our daily activities for finding locations, getting traffic-data, planning trips, discovering new places, etc.
Renault partners with Marvel, launches superhero-themed car
Renault India has launched its new Kwid Super Hero Edition in association with Marvel Comics, ahead of the upcoming Auto Expo 2018.
Singtel invests Rs. 2,650cr in Airtel, lifting stake to 48.9%
India's largest telecom operator Airtel has announced that one of Singapore's biggest telecom operators, Singtel (Singapore Telecommunications), will be investing Rs. 2,649 crore in Bharti Telecom Limited, increasing its total stake to 48.9% in the company.
Delhi court bans 'modified' cycle rickshaws, calls them a 'menace'
Calling Delhi's cycle rickshaws a 'menace' to public safety, a city court has recently directed the police to ensure a complete ban on these 'jugaad' vehicles fitted with modified scooter engines, from February 17.
Neymar Jr turns 26 today
Two of football's greatest players of the current generation are celebrating their birthdays today.
Now, iPhone X bug doesn't let users to receive calls
Apple's new iPhone X has been hit by a glitch that is preventing users from taking calls.
3,400 Bihari bachelors kidnapped in 2017 for forced marriage
Those unfamiliar with Pakadua Vivah might find it shocking, but it isn't uncommon in Bihar to kidnap a man and force him to get married at gunpoint.
Xiaomi launches WhatsApp-based subscription service Mi Bunny
Xiaomi has launched a WhatsApp-based subscription service in India called Mi Bunny.
Is Warne going to reunite with Rajasthan Royals?
It's going to be an exciting year for the Rajasthan Royals fans.
Mumbai: Undertrial, facing murder-charges, commits suicide in Arthur Road jail
An undertrial, facing murder charges, allegedly committed suicide by hanging himself in central Mumbai's Arthur Road jail.
'Cool' photo with cannabis plants lands Chennai men in jail
Photographs have often landed criminals in jail. Recently, Canadian police tracked down a killer with the help of a selfie.
Chinese man makes $1.1 million by selling fake iPhones
Chinese national Jianhua Li has admitted to have sold fake iPhones and iPads to customers in the United States as part of a bigger counterfeiting operation.
Railway employees to soon get whistleblower website for anonymous complaints
The last year saw several train accidents, throwing light on the lack of safety procedure in the Indian Railways.
Have we stopped caring? Behind the three Faridabad, Gurgaon gangrapes
Gangrapes don't shock us anymore. Neither does civic apathy.
Happy Birthday Bhuvneshwar Kumar
Bhuvneshwar Kumar has established himself as a key player for India in the last few years.
What kept him going? Sanjay Leela Bhansali answers
Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Padmaavat' is scripting history at the Box Office, with latest reports suggesting it has entered the Rs. 200 crore club. But anyone following the news would know this wasn't easy.
Quinton de Kock ruled-out for rest of series against India
With mounting injury concerns for the top players, South Africa's situation went from bad to worse.
Government mulls using Aadhaar for 'Modicare'
One of the biggest announcements in Budget 2018 was the National Health Protection Scheme, or 'Modicare,' the "world's largest government-funded program."
Bengaluru: After Kannada becomes mandatory in schools, parents take lessons
After Karnataka government made the Kannada language compulsory in all schools starting from the academic session 2018-19, Bengaluru parents are now in a rush to learn the language and its script.
Xiaomi might launch Redmi 5 in India on Valentine's Day
Xiaomi India has sent out official media invites for a launch event on February 14, 2018.
Forbes 30 under 30: Bollywood stars changing the rules
Forbes India recently released its '30 under 30' list. It celebrates the young minds who have contributed in shaping new India.
Billionaire Nirav Modi charged in Rs. 280cr PNB cheating case
Billionaire diamond merchant Nirav Modi, his brother and wife have been booked by the CBI for allegedly cheating Punjab National Bank (PNB) of Rs. 280.7cr in 2017.
Shah in Rajya Sabha: Cites OROP, surgical-strike as BJP achievements
Today, Parliament was expected to discuss the "Motion of Thanks" on the President's address.
Mumbai: Woman, tortured by husband, posts video on Twitter
In a gut wrenching video, a woman alleged 'physical and mental' torture by her husband and sought help from Mumbai Police. The video has gone viral, after the filmmaker Ashoke Pandit shared it on Twitter.
Technology developed to read brains and identify songs you're listening
In a study carried out by researchers from Brazil, India, Germany, and Finland, a Magnetic Resonance (MR) machine was used to read participants' minds and figure out what song they are listening to.
IOC threatens to oust boxing from 2020 games
The International Olympic Committee has threatened to axe boxing from the upcoming 2020 Tokyo Games.
Missed Kapil Sharma from TV? Here's a good news
'The Kapil Sharma Show' was undoubtedly one of the most loved shows of Indian television. So, obviously, when the show was pulled down from Sony channel, fans were disappointed.
Girlfriend's family planned Ankit Saxena's murder: Witnesses recount horror
Disturbing details continue to emerge in the horrific Ankit Saxena murder case in Delhi.
ISRO's Chandrayaan-2: World's first mission to land near Moon's south-pole
ISRO is set to launch the much-anticipated Chandrayaan-2 lunar mission around April this year from Sriharikota.
Lakme Fashion Week: 5 days of charm and beauty
One of the most anticipated events of the fashion calendar- Lakme Fashion Week, ended on an enchanting note on Sunday. Sisters Kareena Kapoor Khan and Karisma Kapoor exuded charm as they walked the ramp on the final day.
SC seeks BCCI's response on Sreesanth's plea against life ban
In a major relief to cricketer S Sreesanth, the Supreme Court has issued a notice to BCCI, seeking response on the plea filed by Sreesanth challenging the life ban imposed on him by the apex body.
Samsung's Jay Y. Lee freed from prison in surprise verdict
In a stunning decision, a South Korean court suspended the prison sentence of Samsung Electronics Co. Vice-Chairman Jay Y. Lee, who had been arrested in February'17 in a scandal that brought down the country's former president.
Delhi: Businessman's car gets stolen for the 4th time
A South Delhi based businessman, who has been a victim of car thefts for three times in the past three years, has been at the receiving end again.
Apple increases iPhone prices in India: Here are the details
Apple has officially increased the prices of its iPhones and Apple Watches in India.
Four soldiers including army officer killed in ceasefire violation
Four security personnel including a 22-year-old army officer were killed in Pakistani shelling in Tarkundi and Sunderbani areas of Rajouri district, J&K, yesterday evening.
Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott welcome baby girl
After months of speculations, US reality TV star Kylie Jenner confirmed on Sunday, that she has given birth to a daughter. Jenner who has been in relationship with 25-year-old rapper Travis Scott for months now, took to Instagram to share the news.
BCCI website goes down for a day after domain expires
The BCCI is one of the richest sporting bodies in the world, but on Sunday they were left red-faced after they failed to renew the domain of its official website www.bcci.tv.
India will begin talks to acquire Israeli anti-tank missiles
Weeks after India cancelled the $500bn deal to buy anti-tank guided missile Spike from Israel, the deal is back on track.
'Wanted' sharpshooter Tanwir arrested in Delhi encounter
Delhi Police nabbed 'wanted' gangster Tanwir alias Munnawar, a sharpshooter of the 'Chhenu' gang, in an encounter in Okhla Mandi this morning. However, his aide escaped.
#CallForHelp: Three NRI wives call home for help every day
Getting their daughter married to an NRI might be a fantasy for many Indian parents, but things might not be as pleasant as they appear.
Delhi drafts policy for removing vehicles older than 15 years
Delhi is gearing up to become India's first city with an "end of vehicle life" policy as it works on draft rules to remove all vehicles older than 15 years from roads.
After 32 years of cleaning, how dirty is Ganga today?
Contradicting reports of visible filth and pollution, the National Mission for Clean Ganga's (NMCG) recent data suggests that the holy river might be cleaner today than it was 32 years ago, when the government first launched projects to revive it.
Stents releasing wine antioxidants to be used for heart surgeries
US scientists are developing stents, typically used in heart surgeries, which will help prevent blood clotting and inflammation in blood vessels by releasing red wine antioxidants.
Over 14 lakh budget posts on Twitter in one week
Twitter India registered more than 14 lakh budget-related posts in the last one week (January 26-February 2), it recently revealed.
Madhya Pradesh v/s Chhattisgarh: Whose chicken is it, anyway?
Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh are both embroiled in a war over owning an Indian breed of all-black chicken called Kadaknath, seeking the GI (Geographical Indication) tag for the bird known for its taste and health benefits.
Mumbai airport sets new flight handling world record
Mumbai airport, the busiest single-runway airport in the world, broke its own flight handling record on 20th January when it handled 980 arrivals and landings in 24 hours.
