08 Jan 2019
NCERT to cut syllabus by 10-15% from 2019-20: Details here
In a huge relief to school children, the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has decided to reduce its textbooks' content by 10-15% from the 2019-20 academic year.
Five things WWE should change immediately
1990s and early 2000s were the glory days of wrestling.
MSK Prasad tells reason behind Pant's omission from ODI squad
Rishabh Pant was not named in the Indian squad for the upcoming ODI series against Australia.
Meet Apsara Reddy, first transgender appointed Mahila Congress's National General-Secretary
In a first, the Indian National Congress has appointed transgender journalist and activist, Apsara Reddy, as the National General Secretary of its women's wing, the All India Mahila Congress (AIMC).
Women sexually assaulted on train by Chelsea fans, police investigate
It has been revealed that a few fans of Premier League side Chelsea sexually assaulted women on a train recently, and even sang racist songs while traveling from London's Paddington station to Worcester.
Man cheats on wife, gets huge tattoo to win trust
Gaining back the trust of a spouse after cheating on him/her can be certainly difficult and people go to extreme lengths for that.
#TechBytes: How you can avoid 'WhatsApp Gold' and other scams
The infamous 'WhatsApp Gold' scam, which once downloaded a virus on unsuspecting users' phones, has returned.
This former MP, 81, has quit politics to pursue PhD
People often say age is just a number, and a former MP in Odisha has justly proved it.
India will have to learn from the past against UAE
The Indian football team started off their 2019 AFC Asian Cup campaign with a win, but have to be careful against upcoming opponents, UAE.
Edinson Cavani among Chelsea targets to replace Alvaro Morata
Alvaro Morata got a glorious chance to prove his worth to the world when he signed for Chelsea from Real Madrid.
#GamingBytes: Fortnite update 7.10 to bring a host of changes
Fortnite by Epic Games has become popular in the Battle Royale genre by constantly rolling out new updates to ensure exciting and smoother gameplay.
Indian, who went missing, held for entering Saudi without documents
A UAE-based Indian man has been jailed in Saudi Arabia for entering the kingdom without proper documents, a media report said today.
Delhi HC dismisses plea to remove Arvind Kejriwal as CM
The Delhi High Court today dismissed a plea seeking removal of AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal as Chief Minister of the national capital as he was facing prosecution in a criminal case.
Imran Khan accuses India of rejecting his peace overtures, again
Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has accused India of not responding to his peace overtures and said that any war between two nuclear-armed nations would be suicidal for them.
2019 Nissan Kicks to launch in India on January 22
The 2019 Nissan Kicks, which was unveiled in India in October, will be launched on January 22.
SC's 5-judge Constitution Bench to hear #AyodhyaCase on 10 January
Chief Justice of India, Ranjan Gogoi, has set up a five-judge Constitution Bench to hear the Ayodhya land dispute case from 10 January.
'Venom' sequel might be in the works, to feature Carnage
Our favorite anti-hero symbiote might be returning to the screens.
RBI appoints Infosys' Nandan Nilekani as Digital Payments Committee chairman
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has created a new committee to look into issues surrounding digital payments in India, and has named Infosys co-founder and former UIDAI chairman Nandan Nilekani as its chairman.
Now, Samsung's smart fridge will send door-open alerts, morning briefings
At the ongoing Consumer Electronics Show, Samsung has unveiled the latest generation of its 'Family Hub' smart refrigerator.
#Kumbh2019: Jobs which will be generated by Prayagraj Kumbh Mela
The Kumbh Mela is one of the largest religious gatherings in the world. The Ardh Kumbh Mela or Kumbh 2019, to be held in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj (Allahabad), is expected to be much bigger this year.
Delhi HC refuses to vacate stay on medicines' online sale
The Delhi High Court today refused to vacate the stay on sale of drugs and prescription medicines by online pharmacies.
IPL 2019 likely to start from March 23 onwards
There was a lot of anticipation regarding the starting date of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2019.
Andhra's Polavaram Dam just broke world record for weirdest reason
The concrete work of the much-awaited Polavaram dam in Andhra Pradesh began at 8am on January 6, and concluded at 8am on January 7.
Legendary footballer David Beckham launches 'Peaky Blinders' themed fashion line
Peaky Blinders is one of the most popular period crime dramas on television.
Redmi Note 5 Pro prices slashed, starts from Rs. 12,999
A day after reducing the price of Mi A2 by upto Rs. 4,500, Xiaomi has slashed the prices of Redmi Note 5 Pro in India.
FA Cup 2018-19: Records broken in the third round
The third round of the FA Cup was an intense affair with teams from all tiers of English football facing each other in do-or-die matches.
ICC Test Rankings: Cheteshwar Pujara rises to third
Indian senior batsman Cheteshwar Pujara has risen to a career best third in the ICC Test Rankings.
#CitizenshipBill: Bill passed in Lok Sabha, despite protests from Opposition
On Tuesday, Home Minister Rajnath Singh tabled the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2019 in the Lok Sabha as protests against the bill rocked Assam.
Kevin Spacey returning from sexual-assault hearing, gets caught for speeding
Kevin Spacey cannot stop having run-ins with the law, apparently.
New 'Kumbh JioPhone' for pilgrims: Here's all about it
JioPhone in getting a special avatar, one designed specifically for pilgrims attending the Ardh Kumbh festival in Prayagraj.
Vikram Misri takes charge as India's new envoy to China
India's new ambassador to China Vikram Misri took charge of the post yesterday, and met top Chinese officials during which they discussed Sino-India ties.
AAI to soon use plastic waste to lay roads
The Airports Authority of India (AAI) is planning to use plastic waste to lay or repair roads on the city-side of airports, and the plan is expected to be put in motion soon.
Abhishek-Aishwarya leaves 'Gulab Jamun' due to creative differences?
Watching a real-life couple romancing on big screen is always a delight. And when the couple is Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai, the excitement is natural.
Delhi: Foggy morning delays 14 trains by roughly 2 hours
It was a cold, foggy morning in the national capital today with the minimum temperature settling at 7 degree Celsius, normal for the season.
#Reservations: Constitutional amendment required for new quota passed in LS
A day after the Modi government announced its plan to introduce a 10% reservation quota in jobs and education for the general category, the bill to bring about the required constitutional amendment was tabled in the Lok Sabha.
BJP leader in soup for distributing liquor at temple event
Former Uttar Pradesh minister Naresh Agarwal and his son Nitin have landed themselves in controversy after two videos surfaced on the Internet yesterday showing 200ml plastic liquor bottles being distributed inside lunch packets at a temple event.
New leak reveals the battery specifications of Samsung Galaxy S10
Samsung's upcoming flagships, the Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+, and Galaxy S10 Lite, are expected to launch next month.
Ross Taylor surpasses Tendulkar, Kohli with this ODI feat
New Zealand cricket team senior batsman Ross Taylor has been in supreme form in ODI cricket.
Senior Gujarat BJP leader shot dead in moving train
Senior Gujarat BJP leader and former MLA Jayanti Bhanushali was shot dead by unidentified persons while he was traveling in a train in the wee hours today, police said.
#BharatBandh: How banking services will get affected
With the two-day nationwide general strike having commenced, banking services across India could be affected as a significant chunk of government bank employees have joined in on the strike.
Jasprit Bumrah rested for Australia ODIs, NZ tour
India's premier fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has been rested for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia and also the limited-overs tour of New Zealand.
New 'Captain Marvel' trailer brings back mass-favorite Agent Phil Coulson
Captain Marvel is coming on March 8 and not only is she going to become MCU's strongest Avenger, but is also all set to open up a whole new universe to explore.
CES 2019: Alexa interrupts Qualcomm's executive, says that's not true
If CES 2019 is anything to go by, we can be sure that Alexa and Google Assistant will power the future of smart homes.
Everything about the Australian Open 2019
The Australian Open 2019 main event starts from January 14 onwards.
Android Q will have full-fledged dark mode, Googler says
Since last year, several Android apps, from Contacts to YouTube, have been updated with a fancy dark mode designed to save power and put less strain on our eyes.
#CBIvsCBI: Supreme Court reinstates Alok Verma as CBI Director
Three months after the government divested him of his powers, Alok Verma has been temporarily reinstated as CBI Director by the Supreme Court.
Rakesh Roshan diagnosed with throat cancer, to undergo surgery today
Hrithik Roshan left his fans shocked this morning after he revealed that his father Rakesh Roshan has been diagnosed with cancer.
#BharatBandh: Millions go on two-day strike against Modi govt's policies
On Tuesday, millions of workers across India, from both the organized and the unorganized sectors, started their two-day nationwide general strike to protest against unemployment and what they call the Modi government's 'anti-worker' policies.
Honor 10 Lite to launch today, suggests teaser
Honor 10 Lite will launch in India today, January 8, according to a Flipkart teaser.
UK visa costs increase significantly for Indians, non-EU migrants
The overall cost for a UK visa for Indians as well as non-EU citizens will increase from Tuesday after plans to increase the immigration health surcharge (IHS) were approved.
Didn't use rape plot to sell 'Simmba': Rohit Shetty
With Simmba setting box office on fire, Rohit Shetty once again proved his worth as one of the most bankable directors in Bollywood.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 7, Redmi 7: Specifications, details, and launch
As part of its brand new "Redmi" sub-brand (it is splitting the Redmi series into a new brand), Xiaomi is expected to launch two smartphones in China on January 10.
#ComicBytes: Five villains Avengers could take on after Thanos
The Avengers are one of the world's most powerful superheroes groups in the Marvel Universe.
FoldiMate's fridge-sized robot could fold your laundry: Here's how
This year's Consumer Electronics Show is playing host to some really amazing technologies.
HBO reveals first look of upcoming show 'Watchmen'
2019 is already shaping up to be a huge year for HBO. Their latest video offered a first look into new shows coming to the channel.
07 Jan 2019
#CareerBytes: What is the difference between CA and ICWA?
In India, Chartered Accountancy and Cost Accountancy are the most popular career options among commerce students after Class-12.
#GamingBytes: 'Hitman' games remastered for PS4 and Xbox One
Hitman 2 is one of the finer console games to have come out in 2018.
#HealthBytes: Tips for having sex with a new partner
As much as it feels exciting, getting intimate with a new partner can be quite intimidating and pretty stressful.
#CareerBytes: Registration for IIM+IIT+ISI joint PGDBA now open; Details here
The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur, and Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) Kolkata have jointly announced admissions to the 2019-21 Post Graduate Diploma in Business Analytics (PGDBA) programme.
Girl photobombs every red-carpet pic at Golden Globes, steals attention
Yesterday, at the 76th Golden Globes Awards, it wasn't Lady Gaga or Richard Madden who stole the public eye, but a young model who managed to make it in almost every picture taken at the red carpet.
Happy birthday Eden Hazard: A look at the Belgian talisman
Chelsea and Belgium talisman Eden Hazard is celebrating his 28th birthday today, and we could not help but look at his illustrious career which has been among the best in recent years.
#TechBytes: 7 simple ways to protect Android phones from viruses
These days, cases of fake, malware-infected apps showing up on Google Play Store have become more common than one could imagine.
Indian geologist says Lord Brahma was first to discover dinosaurs
Technically, dinosaurs were first discovered by some British geologists in the 19th century.
Five facts discovered via autobiographies of WWE superstars
Pro-wrestling is a tough business, considering the wrestlers constantly tour the world and are away from their families for prolonged periods of time.
Stephen Constantine: Milestone moments as the Indian football team's coach
The Indian football team is being praised on all fronts after a spectacular performance saw them thrash Thailand 4-1 in their first 2019 AFC Asian Cup match last night.
#PMNarendraModi first look: Vivek Oberoi looks unconvincing as PM Modi
It's raining biopics in Bollywood these days.
Sheikh Hasina takes oath as Bangladesh's PM for third-consecutive term
Sheikh Hasina was sworn in as Bangladesh's Prime Minister for a third consecutive term today after her Awami League's landslide victory in the December 30 election.
Australian sports company defaults on payments to Dhoni, Tendulkar
India's cricket legends Sachin Tendulkar and MS Dhoni are among 30 cricketers, who may suffer financial losses due to their contract with an Australian company, Spartan Sports.
Pakistan declares 'gulab jamun' as national sweet, leaves Indians fuming
In what came as a surprise to many, the government of Pakistan recently declared gulab jamun as their national sweet.
Ranveer Singh's 'Simmba' beats 'Bajirao Mastani' at box office
Ranveer Singh's Simmba emerged as a champion at the box office. It has got cash registers ringing even in its third week.
#GamingBytes: Fortnite to get new Suppressed Sniper Rifle?
Fortnite is one of the most popular Battle Royale games and Epic Games keeps adding new items to keep gamers hooked.
Delhi's air improves after rainfall but remains 'very poor'
Delhi recorded its lowest pollution levels this year today after rains washed away the pollutants and cleansed the air, but the air quality still remained in the very poor category, the authorities said.
Assam: Asom Gana Parishad quits NDA over Citizenship Bill disagreements
In yet another setback to the BJP ahead of the Lok Sabha Elections this year, the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP), on Monday, withdrew support from the BJP-led government in Assam.
Trump pushes for steel-barrier along US-Mexico border to end shutdown
US President Donald Trump has offered to erect a steel barrier rather than a concrete wall along the southern border with Mexico to iron out differences with Democrats over the issue, which has led to a partial government shutdown for a fortnight now.
Top universities to offer online degree courses from 2019-20
In a bid to improve access to higher education, the University Grants Commission (UGC), has invited proposals from top institutes in the country to offer courses in the online mode, including degree courses, from the academic year 2019-2020.
Modi government's 'reservation for economically-weaker sections' move draws brickbats
In a surprise move, the Narendra Modi government on Monday approved 10% reservation for economically challenged sections of the society.
Malaika Arora is dating Arjun Kapoor, confirms Karan Johar
Are they dating or not, is the question that comes to mind when names of Arjun Kapoor and Malaika Arora are taken.
#CareerBytes: Preparing for UGC NET? Avoid these 5 common mistakes
The UGC National Eligibility Test (NET) is a national level exam conducted to select candidates for the posts of Assistant Professor or both Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professor at Indian universities and colleges.
Are you eligible for the 10% reservation for general category?
On Monday, the Narendra Modi-led NDA government announced 10% reservation in jobs and education for economically backward upper castes.
Starving child drinks insecticide in MP, NCPCR sends team
A tribal child in Madhya Pradesh's Ratlam district reportedly consumed insecticide out of hunger, prompting the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) to set up an inquiry into the matter.
Xiaomi Mi A2 gets a price-cut, available at Rs. 14,000
Xiaomi has reportedly slashed the price of its latest Android One-based smartphone, the Mi A2.
Uber driver's bullet-ridden body found in outer Delhi
Two men, including a 21-year-old cab driver, were allegedly shot dead and their bodies dumped beside the Nangloi-Najafgarh road in Baprola area of outer Delhi's Ranhola, police said today.
Christian Bale thanks 'Satan' after winning Golden Globe Award
The Golden Globe Awards wrapped up sometime back and this season saw a host of exciting competition and surprising winners.
Surat: This couple comes up with WhatsApp-themed wedding card
In the midst of the wedding season in India, soon-to-be-wed couples are coming up with unique ideas to spice up their wedding celebrations.
#BharatBandh: Nationwide strike against Modi govt's policies on Jan 8-9
Ten Central trade unions across India have called for a two-day-long nationwide strike on January 8 and 9 in a bid to protest against what they call "anti-people" policies of the Modi government.
Over dozen iPhone apps caught communicating with malware-linked server
Historically, the problem of malicious or fake apps is more pronounced on Android than iOS.
Posing with people in blackface lands Andres Iniesta in trouble
Barcelona and Spain legend Andres Iniesta has been subjected to harsh criticism from all fronts after he was found posing with people in blackface makeup for the Three Kings Day celebration.
Modi government approves 10% caste-agnostic reservation for economically-challenged
On Monday, the Narendra Modi government approved 10 percent reservation for economically backward sections of the society.
Mumbai: Kirti Chakra awardee badly beaten up; hospitalized
A national hero was badly beaten up in the early hours of Sunday at the Malad suburb in Mumbai, and is currently hospitalized and undergoing treatment.
#SonchiriyaTrailer: Sushant Singh Rajput steal hearts as Chambal's dacoit
After a successful 2018, Bollywood is eyeing another stupendous year with interesting movies lined up.
Saudi teen escapes family, trapped in Bangkok airport, seeks help
An 18-year-old Saudi Arabia teen has sought help from people across the globe and human rights organizations to prevent her deportation to Kuwait, as she fears for her life.
Hardik Pandya makes misogynist comments on 'Koffee with Karan'
Cricketers Hardik Pandya and KL Rahul, representing the Indian cricket team, recently appeared on the talk show Koffee with Karan, which is hosted by famous Bollywood director and personality Karan Johar.
Paytm commits blunder, sends out 'hey, ghvkjfjg' as push notification
Popular payments platform Paytm is the last company one would expect to make a silly mistake.
Wayne Rooney mixed sleeping pills with alcohol, arrested
Former England captain and football superstar Wayne Rooney, currently playing for DC United, was arrested on December 16 on charges of public intoxication at the Dulles International Airport in Virginia.
Man rejects woman's proposal, she sends him 1.5 lakh texts
Not everyone knows how to deal with rejection. Especially, when they are in love, irrevocable, psychotic love.
#LeakPeek: This is how iPhone XI's cameras may look like
We know Apple is working with Sony to implement 3D ToF cameras on its upcoming batch of iPhones - the successor to the iPhone Xs lineup.
China unveils five year plan to align Islam with socialism
China has come up with an outline for a five year plan that aims to sinicize Muslims living in the country by 2022.
GoT final season: HBO video shows Sansa Stark-Daenerys Targaryen meeting
As Game of Thrones heads into the final season this year, fans of the globally renowned show are eager to see who finally sits on the Iron Throne.
Cristiano Ronaldo's statue crotch rubbed multiple times, turns 'golden'
Fans of Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has found a new obsession over his statue in Portugal.
Soon, you could control Samsung TVs via Google Assistant, Alexa
For years, Samsung has been pushing its Bixby voice assistant on TVs, phones, and other smart devices.
#MuzaffarpurHorror: Girls forced to have sex, dance to vulgar songs
Months after the abuse meted on girls living inside a government-run shelter home in Muzaffarpur, Bihar came to light, disturbing details have emerged.
Delhi: Man shot dead for throwing stones at pet dog
Pet owners' love for their pets is often equated with parents' love for their children, but how far can a pet owner go to protect their pets?
'Harry Potter' site reveals what wizards did before bathrooms existed
The Harry Potter universe is forever expanding as the author JK Rowling keeps providing new information to fans.
Gang-rape victim alleges accused set her ablaze, police doesn't agree
One of the accused of a gang-rape case in Shamli, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly set the victim ablaze, she has claimed.
US confirms death of militant involved in USS Cole bombing
A US military spokesman confirmed that an American airstrike killed an al-Qaeda operative accused of involvement in an attack, nearly two decades ago, on the USS Cole that killed 17 sailors.
India win Test series against Australia: Here're are records broken
Team India retained the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after winning the Test series against Australia at their own backyard.
Winners of the Golden Globe Awards 2019: Here's the list
The 2019 Golden Globe Awards has kicked off at The Beverly Hilton, in Beverly Hills, California and is being hosted by Sandra Oh and Andy Samberg.
Jio GigaFiber to be rolled out in March: Registrations, plans
Jio GigaFiber, the much-awaited FTTH service from Reliance, will be available in India soon, according to India Today.
#ComicBytes: Five biggest superhero battles in Marvel
Marvel is a giant in the comic industry. It has created some of the most powerful superheroes.
Steve Smith, David Warner not to lead IPL teams: Report
Australian cricketers Steve Smith and David Warner are set to make a return in the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Amazing Google Assistant-backed devices coming to CES 2019: Details here
The stage is set for this year's Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
Natalie Portman was unwillingly sexualized as a child star
Natalie Portman is one of Hollywood's most talented actresses with several notable films like Black Swan, The Darjeeling Limited and V For Vendetta under her name.
After specifications, prices of Samsung's Galaxy M10, Galaxy M20 leaked
As part of its brand new Galaxy M-series, Samsung is expected to launch upto four mid-range smartphones in India this month.