02 Jan 2019

Important changes in 2019 every Indian should be aware of

The New Year 2019 is finally here and it is now time to know what changes this year brings to our lives.

January transfer window: Major Premier League transfer rumors so far

The January transfer window kicked off with the beginning of the new year, and numerous rumors have already started piling up.

Pressing vs possession: Tactical analysis of Liverpool and Manchester City

The first Premier League match between Liverpool and Manchester City was a rather dull affair considering the two teams, their position in the league table, and their two swashbuckling managers.

Janhvi Kapoor on Sridevi's death: I am still in shock

The year 2018 has been the best and worst year for Janhvi Kapoor, professionally and personally.

#FinancialBytes: Factors to consider before taking a credit card

Credit cards have become an essential financial tool today because of the convenience they offer. People use credit cards for almost everything, including online/offline shopping, bill payments, travel-purchases, etc.

WWE

Five exciting WWE matches to look forward to in 2019

With the new year opening up exciting scopes for WWE to take forward, we cannot wait for interesting matches, storylines, comebacks and pay-per-views.

20 Android apps found sending sensitive data to Facebook

In a major surprise, as many as 20 Android apps have been caught sharing sensitive user information with Facebook.

Govinda mourns 'ustaad' Kader Khan's demise, pens heart-breaking note

The year 2019 started on a sad note for Bollywood lovers as veteran actor Kader Khan breathed his last on Tuesday. He was 81.

#HealthBytes: 5 reasons you shouldn't take a winter exercise break

During winters, we naturally tend to get extra lazy.

When Bill Gates did Math to cut his wedding-cake equally

Microsoft founder Bill Gates married his lady love Melinda 25 years ago on New Year's day.

#GetFitWithGoogle: Everything about Google Fit's New Year Challenge

With the onset of New Year, Google Fit is kicking off monthly challenges to help its users accomplish their fitness goals.

A nostalgic look at Sachin's equation with Ramakant Achrekar

Ramakant Achrekar, the childhood coach of Indian cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 87 from old age-related ailments.

#HealthBytes: Skin care benefits and uses of glycerine

Glycerine or glycol is quite a common ingredient in Indian households.

Sachin Tendulkar's coach Ramakant Achrekar Sir passes away at 87

Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar's coach Ramakant Achrekar, has died aged 87.

Vivo Carnival goes live on Amazon: Best deals on smartphones

In a bid to attract buyers this new year, Vivo has announced its "New Phone, New You" offer starting today via Amazon.

UP: After divorcing their husbands, two women marry each other

Breaking gender barriers, two women from Uttar Pradesh, who were in love with each other for six years, divorced their husbands and got married to each other recently.

#GamingBytes: Here's how 'Fortnite' celebrated New Year with gamers

Fortnite by Epic Games continues to remain one of the most popular Battle Royale games. This is primarily due to the smooth gameplay and continuous addition of content.

Cabinet approves Vijaya Bank, Dena Bank, Bank of Baroda merger

On Wednesday, the Union Cabinet approved the merger of state-run Vijaya Bank and Dena Bank with the larger Bank of Baroda (BoB).

Danish train accident: 6 passengers killed, several others injured

Six people were killed in a train accident today on a Danish bridge linking the central islands of Zealand and Funen, according to the rail operator.

Shahid Afridi blocked my return to Pak Team: Salman Butt

Tainted Pakistani cricketer Salman Butt has claimed that former skipper Shahid Afridi blocked his return to the national team for the 2016 World T20.

IPL 2019: Who can become the best all-rounder?

Over the last 11 seasons of the Indian Premier League (IPL), all-rounders have dominated the proceedings.

After GST revision, Xiaomi reduces prices of these Mi TVs

To pass on the benefits of the recent GST tax cut, Xiaomi has slashed prices of some of its television models in India.

#SabarimalaRow: Temple reopened after purification; BJP calls for hartal

After a shutdown that lasted a bit over an hour, the Sabarimala temple has been reopened for devotees to visit.

Conditions unfavorable for pollutant dispersion, Delhi's air turns 'severe' today

Delhi's air quality turned severe today due to adverse meteorological conditions that remained unfavorable for dispersion of pollutants.

Ranveer Singh's 'Simmba' gets massive success, enters Rs. 100cr club

The year 2019 started on an impressive note for Ranveer Singh. The actor unveiled the first look of his upcoming movie Gully Boy.

Now, use Google Maps for instant messaging: Here's how

After auto-rickshaw mode, Google is adding instant messaging capabilities into Maps.

#JEE2019: 6 last minute tips to prepare for JEE Main-I

The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) is the most difficult engineering entrance exam for admission to top institutes in India. JEE consists of Main and Advanced exams.

Cathay Pacific makes blunder, sells $16,000 premium seats for $675

In a big ticketing blunder, Hong Kong-based Cathay Pacific Airways Ltd. sold business class tickets from Vietnam to Canada and the US at economy prices this week.

Alia on relationship with Ranbir: It's seamless and beautiful

Alia Bhatt is on top of her game at the moment. With three big releases this year (Brahmastra, Kalank, GullyBoy), she is certainly looking forward to an adventurous 2019.

Christian Pulisic signs for Chelsea; loaned to Dortmund for 2018-19

The speculations surrounding Christian Pulisic signing for English Premier League side Chelsea have finally materialized with his current team, Borussia Dortmund, announcing that the 20-year-old American international's deal has been finalized.

Netflix pulls down 'Patriot Act' episode criticizing MbS, draws ire

American streaming giant Netflix has pulled down an episode of Patriot Act, hosted by stand-up comedian Hasan Minhaj, for viewers in Saudi Arabia as it criticized crown prince Mohammed bin Salman (MbS).

#Sabarimala: Women form human-chain in Mumbai to support 'Women's Wall'

Over 1,000 women formed a human chain in Mumbai to express solidarity with the 'Women's Wall' formed in Kerala as part of an initiative to uphold gender equality amid the row over the entry of females of certain ages in the Sabarimala temple.

Delhi: Man stabbed 14 times by his brother's friends

In a horrific incident, a man was stabbed 14 times in west Delhi's Sagar Pur area on Sunday in what appears to be a case of alcohol-fuelled revenge.

Jaitley tears into RaGa's Rafale-claims, says family just understands 'money'

After Congress President Rahul Gandhi's speech in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday, Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley stood up to speak on the Rafale Deal and targeted the Gandhi family.

AFC Asian Cup: A look at India's group stage chances

The AFC Asian Cup has seen sixteen editions so far, and as we move towards the seventeenth edition of the tournament with India being one among the 24 nations to be playing, it is the need of the hour to get a clear picture of the teams and assess India's chances.

#ThisMama: Serena Williams has an inspirational message for working parents

It has never been easy for working parents to maintain the balance between parenting and work life, and ace tennis player Serena Williams can relate to it.

Everything about the second Test between South Africa and Pakistan

South Africa will be eager to show their authority and gain significant advantage against Pakistan in the second Test of the three-match series starting Thursday.

RaGa in Lok Sabha: Entire country is questioning PM Modi

Congress President Rahul Gandhi took on the Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday and raised the issue of Rafale deal.

Why is Anupam Kher angry with YouTube

Actor Anupam Kher's upcoming movie The Accidental Prime Minister, which started a political storm in the country, is back in news for a different reason now.

#RafaleDeal: Former ministers call for review of SC's decision

Half a month after the Supreme Court gave a clean chit to the government on the controversial Rafale deal, former ministers Arun Shourie and Yashwant Sinha, along with activist lawyer Prashant Bhushan, have requested the apex court for a review of its decision.

#IndiaInAustralia: Virat Kohli could script these captaincy records in Sydney

All eyes will be on the Indian cricket team when they take the field against Australia on Thursday in Sydney.

#GullyBoy: Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt look promising in posters

After impressing the audience with impeccable acting prowess in 2018, Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt are all set to take over 2019 with a bang.

CBI wants to scan social media photos to track suspects

The CBI has issued a notice to social media platforms, calling them to use an intrusive photo-tracking technology called PhotoDNA.

Siachen Soldiers won't have to wait 90-days for a bath

Soldiers deployed in Siachen glacier may soon be able to bathe during their three-month posting, courtesy waterless hygiene products.

India records highest number of births on 1st Jan'19: UNICEF

More than 3,95,000 babies were expected to have born around the world on New Year's Day, with India estimated to record the highest number of these births at nearly 70,000, the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) said.

Restaurant names 'parantha thali' after Deepika, her reply is epic

In India, eateries and restaurant owners keep coming up with new marketing tactics to boost their business like naming dishes after celebrities and pop culture icons.

Novak Djokovic takes just 55 minutes to win season opener

Serbian tennis ace Novak Djokovic took just 55 minutes to notch his first win of 2019.

UP: Government to levy 'gau kalyan' cess to build shelters

On Tuesday, the Uttar Pradesh Cabinet approved a plan to impose a 'gau kalyan cess' (cow welfare cess) on multiple "profit-making" public sector departments in a bid to raise funds for the setting up of temporary cowsheds across the state.

Amy Jackson gets engaged to longtime lover Geroge Panayiotou

2018 ended with a host of celebrity weddings that had fans all excited, from the Ranveer Singh-Deepika Padukone wedding to the lavish festivities of Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas.

#IndiaInAustralia: India announce their 13-man squad for SCG Test

The BCCI has announced the 13-man squad for the fourth Test against Australia that will be played at the SCG starting Thursday.

After PM Modi's 2019 interview, Congress asks unanswered questions

Minutes after Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave his first interview of the year to ANI on Tuesday, Congress held a press conference and asked unanswered questions.

Two women, under 50, enter Sabarimala; temple shut for 'purification'

On Wednesday, Sabarimala Temple was shut down at 10:30 AM and will be opened an hour later, after 'purification' rituals as two women devotees entered it around 3:45 AM.

#FinancialBytes: Best 'buy now, pay later' services available in India

In India, "buy now, pay later" payment options are increasingly becoming popular among customers nowadays.

When Delhi Police decided to educate people about 'ganja'

Ahead of the New Year celebrations, the Delhi Police did a commendable job and busted an international ganja racket involving items such as marijuana, marijuana oil and wax imported from the US.

Apple working with Sony on 3D cameras for iPhone XI

Apple, which has seen a declining demand curve for its latest iPhones, is reportedly planning to attract the audience by offering improved portrait photography, industry-best biometric authentication, and more immersive AR content with the next generation flagships.

The five footballers who can rule Europe this year

Last month, we looked at footballers who had been on fire in 2018. They were the center of attention in world football last year.

#FinancialBytes: Important financial deadlines to watch out for in 2019

Staying on top of key financial deadlines is essential to avoid penalties and have an organized financial life.

01 Jan 2019

#FinancialBytes: 6 YouTube Channels to become a stock market trader

The stock market is a popular investment avenue to build wealth over time. But stock market trading is a tricky game that requires solid knowledge of how things work.

#TechBytes: 6 new features coming to WhatsApp in 2019

WhatsApp is undoubtedly the most popular instant messaging app with over 1.5bn users worldwide. The Facebook-owned company regularly adds new features to its app, which has now evolved into a multi-purpose platform.

#HealthBytes: 5 tips to spice-up your sex life in winters

During winters, when all you want to do is grab a cup of tea, pile up layers of thick clothing, and never get out of that comfortingly warm blanket, having sex might sound like an insanely arduous task.

Pat Cummins dismisses calls to make him Australia captain

Australian cricket team fast bowler Pat Cummins has gone on to dismiss calls to make him the future captain of the Test side.

Did Arjun-Malaika's relationship get a green signal from Kapoor family?

Of late, Arjun Kapoor and Malaika Arora have become the new IT couple of Bollywood.

Bhaichung Bhutia: 50-50 chance of India reaching Asian Cup knockout-stage

Former captain of the Indian football team, Bhaichung Bhutia, has opened up regarding India's chances of qualifying from the group stage of the AFC Asian Cup.

Bangladesh: Hasina talks about priorities, sets economic reforms as first

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has said that she will be the "premier of all" Bangladeshis and her government's first priority would be to continue the economic reforms.

Sir Alex Ferguson encourages Manchester United's coaching staff at training

Former Manchester United manager, the legendary Sir Alex Ferguson, was invited by current interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to United's training on Saturday.

Youngsters to look forward to in IPL 2019

Over the last 11 seasons of the Indian Premier League (IPL), several youngsters have proved to be game changers.

iOS

Soon, you can make group video calls on Google Duo

Google's dedicated video calling app, Google Duo, is getting a couple of new features that many had been waiting for.

#IndiaInAustralia: After Perth, MCG's pitch rated average by ICC

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has rated the MCG pitch as 'average'.

8 tips to drive safely on foggy roads during winters

More than 9,000 car accidents happen in India, every year, on account of fog.

iOS

Fortnite: Here's how to thank the bus driver on mobile

Fortnite, by Epic Games, keeps interest in its Battle Royale alive by continuously adding new content.

Ram Mandir to Urjit Patel: Highlights from PM Modi's interview

As 2018 turned to 2019, Prime Minister Narendra Modi kickstarted the new year with an exclusive interview with news agency ANI.

WWE

These WWE superstars might retire in 2019

After an eventful 2018 that WWE witnessed, it is now a new beginning for McMahon and company.

Delhi records 'severe' air quality for the third consecutive day

For the third consecutive day, the air quality in the national capital was in the severe category today.

Man sold his kidney for iPhone, currently fighting for life

Remember those jokes people make when they say that they will have to sell their kidneys to purchase an iPhone? Well, one actually did it.

Here's how Neha Kakkar is dealing with breakup with Himansh

Breakups are never easy to deal with, be it a celebrity or aam aadmi. And the situation is no different for singer Neha Kakkar.

#IndiaInAustralia: Rishabh Pant babysits for Tim Paine

Australian cricket team skipper Tim Paine had sledged wicket-keeper batsman Rishabh Pant in India's second innings in the recently concluded Test match, at the MCG.

Lionel Messi becomes 2018's highest scorer, overtakes Cristiano Ronaldo

They might not have won the individual prizes this term, but when it comes to scoring goals, Leo Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo know they are virtually untouchable.

54 civilians, 483 fishermen of India lodged in Pakistani jails

Pakistan today shared with India a list of 537 Indian prisoners lodged in Pakistani jails as per the provisions of a bilateral agreement.

Paytm Payments Bank back in business after RBI nod

After six months of inactivity, Paytm Payments Bank (PPB) has started adding new customers following a clearance by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

#CareerBytes: 5 habits to help you crack CA in first-attempt

Chartered Accountancy (CA) is one of the most sought-after and toughest professional courses in the country.

#IndiaInAustralia: Kapil Dev lauds 'unique' bowler Jasprit Bumrah

Jasprit Bumrah has been the cynosure of all eyes after his heroics in the recently concluded third Test, between India and Australia, at the MCG.

Want to create your own WhatsApp stickers? Read how

The New Year celebrations have begun, and we have also gotten busy greeting our friends, in the best way possible.

January transfer window: Guide to Big Six Premier League clubs

The January transfer window has opened, and it is important to know what the top Premier League clubs have planned in terms of transfers.

Kapil Sharma-Ginni Chatrath's New Year wish is all about love

2019 is here and the social media is abuzz with wishes from celebrities. Among all the social media posts, it was Kapil Sharma and Ginni Chatrath's that grabbed our attention.

#NewYearsEve: Delhiites burst firecrackers throwing SC-order out of the window

Even as the national capital continued its battle with toxic air, several instances of firecracker bursting, before and after the time limit fixed by the apex court, were observed in Delhi-NCR during New Year celebrations.

Delhi: December 2018 was the third coldest in 50 years

2018 will go down as one of the coldest winters Delhi has ever experienced.

Meet this 8-year-old Indian-origin boy who is among Britain's smartest

In a remarkable news, an 8-year-old Indian-origin boy named Arav Ajaykumar is being considered among the cleverest people in Britain, having entered the Mensa with the IQ of 152, when he was all of four.

Marvel Cinematic Universe might make X-Men, Deadpool movies from 2019

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is expanding and this time it is looking to include some Marvel superheroes who have been under Fox studios for a long time.

Here's the complete sporting calendar of the year 2019

Fans enjoyed a lot of sporting events in 2018.

#NewYearsEve: More than 500 charged in drink-and-drive cases in Delhi

Over 500 drunken revelers, most of them youngsters were penalized by the Delhi Police on New Year's Eve, officials said today.

Did Neetu drop hint about Rishi Kapoor's cancer battle?

It's the beginning of the new year, and the entire world is in celebration mode including Rishi Kapoor and family.

Everything about the fourth Test match between Australia and India

The Indian cricket team will be up against Australia for the fourth and final Test match at the SCG.

2019 starts on a less-cold note for Delhiites

On New Year's Day, there was some respite for the people in Delhi from the cold wave conditions with the minimum temperature being recorded at 7 degree Celsius against 3.8 degree Celsius the previous night.

BJP leader Shatrughan Sinha loses VIP status at Patna airport

On Monday, officials told the press that actor-turned politician and BJP leader Shatrughan Sinha would no longer be treated as a VIP at the Patna airport and will have to undergo regular frisking when travelling from the airport.

Gujarat changes roll-call, students to respond with 'Jai Hind'

In a bid to instil patriotism among children, a notification was issued yesterday by the Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board, and Director, Primary Education to make students say Jai Hind or Jai Bharat during roll-call.

Here is the list of all long weekends of 2019

2018 has ended and we can't believe how time went away in a blink.

Outcome of Bangladesh election violence should be addressed legally: UN

The United Nations called for restraint in Bangladesh yesterday following elections that turned violent, and said complaints about the outcome should be addressed through legal means.

Samsung is bringing 8 futuristic projects to CES 2019

Samsung has given a glimpse of the technologies it plans to showcase at the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

GST

Reduced GST rates on movie tickets, TVs effective from today

As a new year's gift to the common man, the government has notified a reduction in GST on a host of products and services including movie tickets, TVs, and computer monitor screens.

Kader Khan passes away. Thank you for the laughs, sir!

Veteran actor Kader Khan breathed his last in Canada today after suffering from prolonged illness. He was 81.

#ComicBytes: Five most anticipated comics of 2019

The new year brings hopes, dreams, and aspirations.

Ranveer's 'Simmba' roars at box-office, inches towards Rs. 100cr club

Ranveer Singh's Simmba made a big splash at the box office in its opening weekend and made a collection of Rs. 75.11 crore.

Meet this French Baba who's a star attraction in Prayagraj

Kumbh Mela, one of the biggest gatherings in the world, sees pilgrims from across the world come and cleanse all their sins in UP's Prayagraj (formerly Allahabad).

X

'Aquaman' director James Wan tells fans not to bully movie-haters

Aquaman has hit the box office, and is making waves in terms of collections in domestic and international markets.

WWE

Five unscripted WWE moments that made matches memorable

Well it is not always a bad thing to go off-script, as improvisations can themselves become iconic, take De Niro's "You talkin' to me?" from Taxi Driver, as an example.

HBO

US professor names newly-discovered beetle species after GoT dragons

HBO's Game of Thrones has swept the globe like wildlife, and its growing popularity doesn't seem to be slowing down.