19 Apr 2018

IPL 2018: KXIP defeat SRH, here're records broken

Kings XI Punjab beat Sunrisers Hyderabad in match number 16 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2018.

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Bengaluru: Erratic water-supply, tankers plying, but BWSSB says 'keep calm'

Water tankers have already started operating in Bengaluru and residents receiving Cauvery river water are also complaining of erratic water supply.

SRK being accused of ruining a woman's life. Here's why

Shah Rukh Khan, through his movies over the years, taught us how to love. His infectious charm even earned him the title of 'king of romance'.

UBER eats launches in Kolkata

UBER eats, the food delivery arm of ride-hailing giant Uber, has launched in Kolkata.

Football: Three contenders for Chelsea's Player of the Year

As the 2017-18 Premier League season is coming to an end, clubs are soon set to announce their Player of the Year.

India's taking provisions to protect girls. What about married women?

In the wake of the Kathua, Unnao and Surat rape cases, the central government is considering awarding death penalty for rape of minors aged under 12.

Kapil Sharma's police complaint against alleged ex-girlfriend Preeti gets leaked

The war between Kapil Sharma and his alleged ex-girlfriend Preeti Simoes is far from over.

SC's Loya death verdict triggers BJP-Congress war

The SC's refusal to order an independent probe in Judge BH Loya's death has opened a political war.

Meesha Shafi accuses Ali Zafar of sexual harassment, tweets details

Pakistani singer Meesha Shafi in a long Twitter post levelled sexual allegations charges against actor-singer Ali Zafar.

Paytm scams are getting too real. Be alert, be safe

Paytm has come to be widely accepted as a mode of digital transaction, but with popularity comes scams.

Redeveloped Pragati Maidan might open 2 months ahead of schedule

The redevelopment work of Delhi's iconic exhibition and convention centre Pragati Maidan has been going on for four months in order to meet the September 2019 target, but senior NBCC officials said it might be completed two months before that.

At IIM-Nagpur placements, tailor's son gets Rs. 19 LPA package

In what is a distinctive example of turning destiny around by hard work, IIM-Nagpur graduate Justin Fernandez bagged the highest placement of Rs. 19 LPA, this year.

Cash crunch will be resolved by tomorrow, says SBI chairman

A severe cash crunch still persists across various cities and states, but SBI Chairman Rajnish Kumar has assured the problem will be resolved by tomorrow.

Protest march: Woman Congress worker alleges molestation by male colleagues

A woman Congress worker has complained to Congress's Mumbai unit that she was allegedly molested by male colleagues on Sunday during a candle march held at Juhu to protest against the Kathua and Unnao rape cases.

BMW 2018 X3 launched in India, starts at Rs. 49.99lakh

Bavarian Motor Works (BMW) has launched its 2018 X3 model in India.

CBSE Class-10 students to get 2 marks for English-paper typo

The CBSE has decided to provide compensation of two marks to Class 10 students for a typing error in the English question paper.

Tins and condoms, all that's needed for smuggling liquid cocaine

It seems condoms are not just used during coitus, but also for smuggling cocaine, as the arrest of three foreign nationals in Delhi - two Brazilians and one African - proved.

NEET: 23 students will compete for each seat this time

The number of candidates registering for the NEET 2018 has increased by a whopping 2L since last year.

Chai Point raises $20mn in Series C funding

Bengaluru-based tea retailer Chai Point has confirmed that it has raised $20mn in Series C funding round led by Paragon Partners.

Uganda-President plans to ban oral-sex, because 'mouth is for eating'

In a widely televised interview, Uganda President Yoweri Museveni warned citizens against 'unnatural' sexual activities like oral sex.

Premier League: Crucial ties in store for Chelsea, Southampton

Fifth placed Chelsea will be travelling to high-flying Burnley in a crucial mid-week encounter in the Premier League.

Apple may launch a dual-SIM iPhone, priced at Rs. 36,000

Apple is expected to launch its 2018 iPhone X in three variants and may offer a cheaper version as well. The cheapest version would be priced at $550. (Rs. 36,000)

Bhansali's Sahir Ludhianvi biopic: Alia Bhatt to play Amrita Pritam?

Sanjay Leela Bhansali has been meaning to make a film on renowned poet Sahir Ludhianvi's life for a while now.

Amazon Prime hits 100 million paid members

Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos has released his latest annual shareholders letter, revealing that over 100 million people now avail the company's Prime Membership.

IPL 2018: Top 5 Fantasy picks for KXIP vs SRH

Earlier we guided you with the best possible combination for Fantasy XI for the match between Kings XI Punjab and Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Delhi: Man stabbed six-times over parking feud, horrified family watches

A feud over a trivial issue resulted in a murder in Delhi on Tuesday.

Want Anand Mahindra's funds? Get creative like this cobbler

Thinking out of the box is the key for entrepreneurs who would like business tycoon Anand Mahindra to invest in their start-ups.

Kartik Aaryan adjudged Best Entertainer at Dadasaheb Phalke Excellence Awards

'Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety' brought Kartik Aaryan to the fore and how. Not only his fan following multiplied folds, he is also getting offers from big banners.

Aadhaar verification now possible offline, without disclosing 12-digit ID number

Aadhaar cards will now have an updated QR code, making user verification possible even offline, without the 12-digit ID number.

You might get Rs. 20,000 if your flight is delayed/cancelled

If the aviation ministry's recommendations are approved, you might soon be entitled to a compensation of up to Rs. 20,000 if your flight is delayed or cancelled, depending upon the impact.

Feel disgusted to talk about the Kathua rape: Amitabh Bachchan

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan is the latest celebrity from Bollywood to condemn the Kathua rape incident, saying he feels "disgusted" by it.

'Bar busting' ex-Mumbai police chief Arup Patnaik forays into politics

Former Mumbai police chief Arup 'bar busting' Patnaik made his foray into politics yesterday.

Resignation of Judge Reddy who gave Mecca Masjid verdict, rejected

Special NIA Judge Ravindra Reddy, who resigned hours after pronouncing verdict in Mecca Masjid blast case, was on Thursday asked to report back to work.

KXIP vs SRH: Pitch report and match preview

Kings XI Punjab will host Sunrisers Hyderabad today in match number 16 of 2018 IPL.

A decision by Sachin's father that changed his life: Book

It was the summer of 1984 when a decision by Professor Ramesh Tendulkar to let his youngest child Sachin switch school changed the boy's life.

Looking at Mukesh Ambani's life journey on his 61st birthday

Mukesh Ambani is one name that demands respect and envy at the same time. As India's richest businessman, thousands want to live his extra-ordinary life, and an equal number aspire to become as successful as he is.

Supreme Court website reportedly hacked minutes after Judge Loya ruling

Minutes after the SC refused to order an independent probe in Special CBI Judge BH Loya's death, its website reportedly came under attack from hackers.

What Modi said in 'Bharat Ki Baat, Sabke Saath'

At the 'Bharat Ki Baat, Sabke Saath' diaspora event in Central Hall Westminster, London, PM Narendra Modi responded to a series of questions.

UP: Father 'gifts' daughter to friends, then they gangrape her

In a horrific case, a man in Sitapur, UP, allegedly "gifted" his 35-year-old daughter to his friends and joined them in gangraping her, TOI reports.

Google updates App Engine to discontinue support for domain-fronting

Google's App Engine no longer supports a practice called "domain-fronting" that allowed app developers to evade internet censorship.

UK-based Indian students denied access to Modi's event in London

A UK-based group of Indian students and alumni has said that it was denied access to PM Modi's 'Bharat Ki Baat, Sabke Saath' event in London.

Akshay Kumar injures his ribs on 'Kesari' sets

Akshay Kumar has been injured on the sets of his upcoming film 'Kesari'.

Major reform: India sets-up new body for improved defense planning

In a major reform in Indian defense, the government has constituted the high-powered Defence Planning Committee (DPC) under National Security Advisor Ajit Doval.

KXIP vs SRH: Head-to-head, Playing XI and other interesting stats

Kings XI Punjab welcome Sunrisers Hyderabad at IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali.

Commercial driving licenses not required for driving taxis, autos

Commercial driving licenses will not be required henceforth for driving taxis, three-wheelers, e-rickshaws, and two wheelers (for food delivery, transport services etc.), the government has announced.

Miss America 2005 marries her girlfriend in a dreamy wedding

Deidre Downs Gunn was crowned Miss America in 2005, and back then the idea of same-sex marriage would have been frowned upon.

Will leave meeting with Kim, if it's not fruitful: Trump

US President Donald Trump has expressed optimism about his planned summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un but also said he would be willing to walk out if the meeting fails to meet his expectation.

Karnataka-students in a fix: No results, but 'unofficial' admissions on

Class 10 (SSLC) and 12 (PUC-II) students of Karnataka are in a fix: they don't have their results yet, but several colleges have already started admissions for Class 11 (PUC-I) and undergraduate (UG) courses.

Karan becomes first Bollywood filmmaker to feature at Madame Tussauds

Karan Johar's popularity can give many actors a run for their money. From movies to television shows to award functions, Karan is all over the place all the time.

KXIP vs SRH: Here's your guide to pick Dream XI

Two heavyweights Kings XI Punjab and Sunrisers Hyderabad take on each other in match number 16 of the Indian Premier League 2018.

Champions League: Premier League teams' prize-money revealed

Manchester United might be one of the biggest football clubs in the world but Premier League champions Manchester City have earned £54 mn for their participation in this season's UEFA Champions League, a whopping £17 mn more than the Red Devils.

'Judge Loya died of natural causes': SC refuses independent probe

The SC has dismissed a petition for an independent probe in the death of Special CBI Judge BH Loya, who was found dead amid "suspicious" circumstances, his family claimed.

Deleted WhatsApp images/videos by mistake? Now, you can restore them

WhatsApp has introduced a new feature that allows users to download deleted media files like images, videos, GIFs, voice messages, and documents.

Sari-clad women with dhols welcome Prime Minister Modi in UK

Hundreds of demonstrators chanting slogans in favor of India's development and against "atrocities" taking place in the country have greeted PM Narendra Modi as he landed in the UK for a four-day visit.

Bigg Boss 12: Katrina likely to join Salman as co-host

The twelfth season of Bigg Boss is going to be an interesting one. While it is already known that the contestants will come in 'jodis' this time, the latest buzz is that the makers are now looking for a co-host to join Salman Khan on the controversial reality show.

Inaccurate I-T return filings by salaried employees under government scanner

Indian government is cracking down on salaried employees who use illegal means such as under-reporting of income or inflating deductions while filing income tax returns (ITRs) to avail maximum tax benefits.

Airtel has highest 4G download speeds in India: Report

According to a report by London-based wireless coverage mapping agency OpenSignal, Bharti Airtel has the maximum 3G and 4G download speeds in India.

Soon, browse internet on board flights in India!

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is all set to approve in-flight connectivity (IFC) at its next meeting on May 1, sources said.

Rape is a rape, shouldn't be politicized: Modi

PM Narendra Modi addressed the Kathua and Unnao rapes at a public program in London yesterday, saying "rape is rape" and it shouldn't be politicized.

OPPO F7 Diamond Black with 6GB RAM launched in India

OPPO has announced the launch of its limited edition OPPO F7 Diamond Black variant in India.

Aamir on 'Thugs Of Hindostan': There's no message this time

Aamir Khan is known for doing meaningful films that have an engaging storyline as well as an emotional connection.

Kala Khatta to Meetha Paan: Durex announces new flavored condoms

In an attempt to disrupt the market of flavored condoms in India, Durex has launched four new varieties of condoms as part of a campaign wittily titled '#IshqKeLakhonRang'.

US Army building 3D-printed flexible robots for military use

The US Army Research Laboratory (ARL) has collaborated with the University of Minnesota to develop 3D-printed flexible robots that are practical for military use.

IIT-Delhi's Open House: Water-less bathing, innovative healthcare solutions and more

The 14th edition of IIT-Delhi's Open House is all set to begin on April 21, and this time, the elite technology institute has several eco-friendly and healthcare solutions to showcase.

18 Apr 2018

IPL: KKR beat RR by 7 wickets, here're records broken

Ten years back, on this day, we witnessed the first ever match of IPL where KKR thrashed RCB.

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Why should we ignore Bollywood babas?

Have you seen Elon Musk, Tim Cook, Ratan Tata giving people marital advice on Twitter? Or Sachin Tendulkar talking about how to raise funds from a venture capitalist? Exactly.

Xiaomi Redmi S2: Launch, Specs and Features

Xiaomi is working on Redmi S2 - a budget smartphone that the company might release in both China and India, according to a report from XDA Developers.

Surrey interested in Steven Smith and David Warner

As per reports, tainted Australian duo David Warner and Steve Smith could be back in action soon.

Four new police stations, 186 cops to fight Mumbai's cybercrime

To fight Mumbai's rapidly increasing cyber crime cases, four dedicated police stations, one for each zone: Central, South, Eastern, Western and North, will be opened soon, Mumbai police ACP announced yesterday.

I promise that I'll entertain again, says Kapil Sharma

Comedy king Kapil Sharma, who once made the entire nation laugh, has been engulfed in controversies of late.

WhatsApp for Android brings 'high priority notifications' feature

WhatsApp has introduced a new feature that will allow you to manage push notifications better.

Chhattisgarh government to distribute free smartphones to over 50L people

The BJP government in poll-bound Chhattisgarh will start distributing smartphones to over 50 lakh people for free from May under Sanchar Kranti Yojana (SKY), months ahead of the assembly polls.

Kerala: Breaking stereotypes, transsexual couple to get married next month

Once, there was a "woman" and a "man" who were ostracised by their families and harassed by the society over their transgender status.

Man City players rule PFA team of the year

Premier League champions Manchester City saw five of their players being named in the Professional Footballers' Association Players' team of the year.

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'Bharat': Salman-Priyanka indulge in a playful banter on Twitter

After it was officially announced that Priyanka Chopra will play the female lead in 'Bharat', Salman Khan took to Twitter to welcome her on-board.

Lalu's son gets engaged to granddaughter of former Bihar CM

Rashtriya Janata Dal supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav's elder son Tej Pratap Yadav got engaged to Aishwarya Rai, senior party leader Chandrika Rai's daughter, at Patna's five-star Hotel Maurya on Wednesday.

Air India flight delayed by 2hrs after staffer forgets cellphone

In a rather bizarre incident last month, an Ahmedabad-bound Air India Dreamliner from London's Heathrow airport suffered a two hour delay resulting out of nomophobia - the fear of being without a cellphone.

IPL: Know the cost of each-run scored by these batsmen

2018 IPL has seen some of the Indian players raking in the moolah.

You can talk to books using this tool from Google

Google's Research division has launched Semantic Experiences, two new AI experiments with interesting activities involving semantics and natural language processing.

Cricket Australia denies reports of Langer being selected as coach

Cricket Australia has gone on to quash reports that stated Justin Langer is set to be selected as the Australian team's head coach.

Ranbir Kapoor's Sanjay Dutt biopic trailer is just days away

To say that the anticipation for Ranbir Kapoor starrer Sanjay Dutt biopic is immense will be an understatement.

Return on investment via residential rent highest in Bengaluru, Kolkata

Bengaluru still commands one of the highest residential yields countrywide at 3.7% despite a slump in real estate market, a report said.

Why is Jose Mourinho unhappy at Manchester United?

Manchester United's season could not reach the heights as expected.

'Internet': Amazon's lite browser for Android released in India

Amazon has discreetly released an Android web browser app in India.

1993 Mumbai blasts death row convict Tahir Merchant dead

Tahir Merchant alias Tahir Takla, one of the convicts in the 1993 Mumbai blasts case who was sentenced to death, died at a hospital in Pune early on Wednesday, a police official said.

Meghna Gulzar recounts how Alia Bhatt came on-board for 'Raazi'

The trailer of Alia Bhatt starrer 'Raazi' garnered unanimous praise upon its release. Alia's Indian spy act piqued the interest of the movie buffs.

Samsung most trusted brand in India for second consecutive year

According to the Brand Trust Report 2018 by TRA Research, Samsung is the most trusted brand in India followed by rivals Sony and LG, respectively.

Royals vs Knight Riders: Pitch report and statistical preview

Rajasthan Royals will welcome the Kolkata Knight Riders to their fortress as these two sides lock horns at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur.

Tripura CM blasts people for criticizing his 'internet-during-Mahabharata' comment

Following up on his comment on the internet existing during the Mahabharata era, Tripura CM Biplab Kumar Deb has now added to his woes by blasting critics for making fun of his ridiculous statement.

Racial Tolerance: Starbucks to shut 8,000 stores for an afternoon

Starbucks, the world's biggest coffee company, will shut down 8,000 of its stores across the US in the afternoon on May 29 to give lessons on racial tolerance to its 175,000 employees.

Arjun Kapoor planning a vacation with sisters Anshula, Janhvi, Khushi

Bollywood legend Sridevi's untimely demise brought Boney Kapoor's children Arjun and Anshula Kapoor closer to their step-sisters Janhvi and Khushi Kapoor.

Kathua gangrape: President Kovind calls it a "barbaric" incident

President Ram Nath Kovind on Wednesday termed the Kathua gangrape and murder case as "barbaric" and said it was the collective responsibility of society to ensure such things do not happen with any girl in the country.

Paid internship at Lok-Sabha: Details, how to apply and more

Students who wish to understand the working of Parliament can do so while getting paid, this summer.

Media houses fined Rs. 10L for revealing Kathua victim's identity

Media houses today apologized before Delhi High Court for revealing the identity of eight-year-old Kathua rape victim.

Lagi Bet: Don't just watch IPL, play IPL

Tired of just watching IPL? No more nails to chew for these dramatic finishes?

Delhiites to be compensated @Rs. 50/hr for unscheduled power cuts

In a bid to make power discoms accountable, the Delhi government approved a pro-consumer policy yesterday, whereby consumers would be compensated for unscheduled electricity cuts lasting more than an hour.

Indian Navy extends warning to China's navy through witty tweets

In a world where verbal battles are increasingly being fought on social media, the Indian Navy seems to have won a victory of sorts over the naval forces of arch-rivals China.

Facebook to fact-check news in poll-bound Karnataka

Facebook has partnered with an independent digital journalism platform BOOM to launch a fact-checking program in India.

Karan's 'Kalank' brings Madhuri, Sanjay, Alia, Varun, Sonakshi, Aditya together

Karan Johar has pulled off a mega casting coup for his upcoming production venture titled 'Kalank', which was also his late father Yash Johar's dream project.

Reports: CIA chief Mike Pompeo secretly met Kim Jong-un

According to anonymous officials cited by multiple media outlets, CIA chief Mike Pompeo had secretly met North Korean Supreme Leader Kim Jong-un over the Easter weekend, this April.

Premier League: Kane eyes to pip Salah for Golden Boot

Two players, two goal-scoring machines, with an eye to bag the prestigious Golden Boot award in the Premier League.

Here's how to use Facebook mobile recharge service in India

Following backlash over the Cambridge Analytica scandal, Facebook revamped its Settings menu, giving more control to users over their data.

Varun Dhawan is Bollywood's today and tomorrow. Here's why

There's something inherently Bollywood about Varun Dhawan. That he grew up in the shadow of one of the world's largest film industries is evident - in his understanding of the business, his love for the craft and his nuanced performances.

Another minor raped and murdered, this time in UP's Etah

As India continues to simmer in the wake of the horrific rape-and-murders of minors in Kathua and Surat, another girl, 7 years old, was brutally raped and killed during a wedding in Uttar Pradesh's Etah on Tuesday.

AAP leader Ashish Khetan resigns from DDC; joins Bar Council

AAP leader and Vice-Chairman of the Delhi Dialogue and Development Commission (DDC) Ashish Khetan has resigned from the post, saying he now wants to practice law.

RR vs KKR: Whom to pick in your Fantasy XI?

The Rajasthan Royals will host Kolkata Knight Riders in match number 15 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur.

Abhishek Bachchan is "proud" of still living with his parents

That Abhishek Bachchan is a complete family man is known to all. There have been instances in the past when trolls had targeted him or his family members and Junior Bachchan shut them up.

French government developing its own secure WhatsApp-like messaging app

France is reportedly developing its own instant messaging app for government officials.

RR vs KKR: Head-to-head, Playing XI and other interesting stats

Rajasthan Royals and Kolkata Knight Riders will be squaring up at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur in match number 15 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2018.

'Speak like you advised me': Manmohan Singh to Modi

Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, in an interaction with the Indian Express, hit out at PM Narendra Modi over his silence on Kathua, Unnao rape cases.

Modi in UK: Commonwealth event, multilateral meetings and more

Late on Tuesday night, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in London to attend the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), seeking to increase India's role in multilateral organizations.

TRAI launches website for comparing mobile, landline tariffs

In a bid to increase transparency, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has launched a website where users can compare mobile and landline tariffs of different telecom operators including Reliance Jio, Airtel, Vodafone, and Idea.

Instead of answering questions, Tamil Nadu Governor pats journalist's cheek

Tamil Nadu Governor Banwarilal Purohit has found himself at the centre of another controversy as he patted a journalist's cheek, after a press conference.

Andhra couple claims Surat rape victim was their daughter

A couple from Andhra Pradesh has claimed to be the parents of the Surat rape victim, Gujarat police said on Tuesday.

Nitish Rana- KKR's hero without a cape

Three years ago, a 21-year-old Nitish Rana made his debut for Mumbai Indians.

#FinancialBytes: Best investment options for those who earn Rs. 1L

Creating wealth by making investments and earning good returns is essential for anyone as earning money isn't always enough these days to fund one's financial goals.

MP: Bus carrying 'baraatis' falls off bridge, 20 feared dead

A bus carrying marriage party of around 45 people lost its balance and fell off the bridge breaking dividers, near Amelia village in Sidhi, Madhya Pradesh, on Tuesday night.

Amazon India offers feature phones at up to 40% discount

Amazon India has launched 'Feature Phones Fest' to offer feature phones at discounted prices.

Former US First Lady Barbara Bush dies at 92

Former US First Lady Barbara Bush died today at the age of 92.

3,337 Android apps tracking kids unlawfully, violating child privacy laws

According to researchers from the International Computer Science Institute, as many as 3,337 free, children-oriented Android apps are tracking and collecting data on kids without parental permission.

Experiencing call drops, slow internet in New Delhi? Here's why

People in New Delhi may experience slow internet, network congestion and a rise in call drops as MCD has sealed 566 mobile towers, industry body Tower and Infrastructure Providers Association (TAIPA) said in a statement.

Kevin Myers, Ed Sheeran's bodyguard, steals the show on Instagram

Singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran's security guard Kevin Myers is winning the Internet and how.

The curious case of Dubai ruler's missing daughter

One of the daughters of Dubai's ruler has been missing ever since her hideout boat was intercepted by UAE commandos in the Arabian Sea last month.

WhatsApp image helps Britain police arrest drug dealer

In most probably a first, a WhatsApp image has helped police nab a drug dealer.

Two tribal villages in Odisha set to be declared 'smokeless'

In a major step towards development, two tribal villages of Koraput district, Odisha, will get the smokeless tag on May 5.

Indian and French space agencies working on joint inter-planetary missions

The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) and the Centre National D'Etudes Spatiales (CNES) of France are reportedly working together on inter-planetary missions to Mars, Venus, and other asteroids.

Gulshan Kumar biopic 'Mogul': Aamir Khan wants underworld details removed

The ambitious Gulshan Kumar biopic titled 'Mogul' has been in the pipeline for a while now.