10 Jan 2019

Australian Open 2019: Tough road ahead for Serena Williams

23-time women's singles Grand Slam champion, Serena Williams has been handed a challenging draw at the Australian Open 2019.

Now, post on multiple Instagram accounts simultaneously: Here's how

Popular photo-sharing platform Instagram is always testing new and intriguing features.

Android One-based Nokia 6.1 Plus now available via offline retailers

The Nokia 6.1 Plus, which has been available online since launch, will now be up for grabs via offline retailers as well.

MS Dhoni is like a guiding light: Rohit Sharma

MS Dhoni has been a pillar of the Indian cricket team, ever since making his debut.

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28 professional tennis players arrested in match-fixing investigation

Match-fixing has rocked Spain with law enforcement officials having arrested 28 professional tennis players after an investigation.

PM Modi led panel removes CBI boss Alok Verma, again

Less than 2 days after he was reinstated as Chief of Central Bureau of Investigation, Alok Verma was on Thursday removed from the top post by a panel led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Railways: How to check train PNR status via SMS, website

An Indian Railways Passenger Name Record (PNR) is a number assigned to a passenger or a group of passengers that contains a set of personal and travel information of the passenger(s).

Five reasons why Rajasthan Royals won't win IPL 2019

Rajasthan Royals have not hit the strides in Indian Premier League (IPL) since their title win in the inaugural season in 2008.

Stark and Banner rush to assist 'technologically challenged' Captain America

Actors Mark Ruffalo and Robert Downey Jr. recently decided to team up and poke fun at fellow actor Chris Evans, following his rant against technology, on Twitter.

Mafia boss' daughter names restaurant after his hometown 'Corleone'

Youngest daughter of a late notorious mafia boss, who belonged to Sicilian town of Corleone, has named her newly-opened restaurant near Arc De Triomphe, Paris, after the town.

9 million Android users downloaded fake, adware-packed apps: Details here

The problem of bad apps sneaking into Google Play Store is far from over.

Prakash Raj meets Kejriwal, discusses ways to address various issues

Actor Prakash Raj, who recently announced that he would contest the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, met Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the national capital and discussed ways to address various issues.

Former Delhi CM Sheila Dikshit named as Delhi Congress chief

Former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit has been chosen as the new chief of the Delhi Congress.

#AyodhyaDelayed: Here's why Justice Lalit recused himself from the case

On Thursday, the Supreme Court adjourned the sensitive Ayodhya case for January 29 after one of the five judges in the Constitution bench recused himself.

Kevin Hart confirms he will not host Oscars 2019

Kevin Hart has put all speculations to bed regarding him hosting the 2019 Oscars.

Gaya teen murder: 16-year-old found beheaded; rape or honor killing?

The savage murder of a 16-year-old girl has sparked massive protests in the city of Gaya in Bihar.

Jeff Bezos' affair with TV host led to divorce?

Jeff Bezos announced a divorce from his wife MacKenzie Bezos yesterday, January 9, as we reported.

Facebook cannot be removed from certain Samsung phones: Here's why

Facebook and Samsung are facing flak for inking a deal which makes the social network's app undeletable from certain devices made by the South Korean giant.

Man gets 'Play Button' haircut, as barber replicated paused video

Jim Morrison of The Doors said 'Some of the worst mistakes in my life were haircuts'.

Chhattisgarh: 500 villagers attend funeral of 130-year-old crocodile

In what could be seen as one of the purest forms of human-animal coexistence, an entire village in Chhattisgarh gathered to mourn and bid adieu to a 130-year-old crocodile who passed away on Tuesday.

Army won't decriminalize gay sex, says Bipin Rawat

Addressing his annual press conference in New Delhi, Army Chief Bipin Rawat on Thursday said the army won't decriminalize gay sex in the army.

Now, Elon Musk claims Tesla Roadster will fly (literally)

Elon Musk has a knack of saying some unbelievable stuff on Twitter, especially when it comes to his companies Tesla and SpaceX.

Here's the complete schedule of Australia tour of India

The BCCI has announced the schedule of India's ODI and T20I home series against Australia.

Important changes being made by CBSE for Classes 10, 12

The 2018-19 CBSE board examinations for Classes 10 and 12 are going to be held from mid-February this year.

HBO

'Game of Thrones' prequel announces new cast, director

Game of Thrones is currently a cultural phenomenon, being the most popular show globally.

India vs UAE: Match preview, key battles and TV listing

The Indian men's football team got off to a perfect start in the AFC Asian Cup 2019.

Indian Army chief says Taliban analogy doesn't apply to J&K

On Thursday, Indian Army chief General Bipin Rawat said that India should join the "bandwagon" if other countries were willing to initiate talks with the Taliban in Afghanistan, but the same analogy could not be applied to Jammu and Kashmir.

Mumbai: Coastal road promenade to overshadow Marine Drive walkway?

The 29.2 km-long coastal road project in Mumbai will give rise to the city's longest promenade, overtaking the iconic walkway at Marine Drive in south Mumbai, a senior civic official has said.

Both Congress and BJP are guilty of making sexism normal

Congress President Rahul Gandhi's remarks on Defense Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has sparked outrage with BJP and netizens slamming him.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 with 48MP camera launched: Details here

As part of its brand new "Redmi" sub-brand, Xiaomi has launched the Redmi Note 7 in China today.

Delhi's temperature settles one notch below season's average

Delhiites woke up to cold this morning with the minimum temperature settling at 6 degree Celsius, a notch below the season's average.

'The Big Bang Theory' stars say goodbye to the show

The Big Bang Theory brought a perfectly balanced approach to humor and science geekiness.

In 2018, five women were raped every day in Delhi

Annual crime data released by the Delhi Police on Wednesday revealed disturbing facts about crime in the national capital.

Redmi 6 Pro prices slashed, now starts at Rs. 9,999

After reducing the price of Mi A2 and Redmi Note 5 Pro in India, Xiaomi has now slashed the prices of Redmi 6 Pro.

Jamshedpur: Fearing jail, youth marries pregnant fiancee at police station

On Tuesday, the officers at Kowali police station under Potka block of East Singhbhum, Jharkhand, witnessed a marriage, which they facilitated.

Sabarimala: After dyeing hair grey, 36-year-old enters shrine, offers prayers

A 36-year-old woman has claimed she entered the Sabarimala Temple in Kerala and offered prayers to Lord Ayyappa.

Huawei Y9 (2019) launches today: Details here

Huawei is all set to release its latest mid-range smartphone, the Y9 (2019), in India today at 12:30pm.

Saudi Arabia to cut oil exports by 10% in January

OPEC kingpin Saudi Arabia will slash its oil exports in January by 10% compared to November, its energy minister said yesterday as producers move to shore up tumbling prices.

'Be a man', Rahul Gandhi tells PM Modi, invites criticism

Congress President Rahul Gandhi has found himself at the center of a controversy after he claimed Prime Minister Narendra Modi was scared of his questions and instead sent a woman to defend himself at the Parliament.

Javadekar: Hindi not compulsory under New Education Policy (NEP)

Hours after reports stated that the New Education Policy (NEP) draft contained a provision for making Hindi compulsory in all schools till Class 8, HRD Minister Prakash Javadekar dismissed such claims, calling these reports 'mischievous'.

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CoA chief Vinod Rai recommends two-match ban on Pandya, Rahul

Committee of Administrators (CoA) chief Vinod Rai has recommended a two-match ban on Indian cricketers Hardik Pandya and KL Rahul.

#BugAlert: Anyone can manipulate Google's search results, spread fake news

A new bug has been flagged in Google, one that can be exploited by anyone to manipulate search results and spread fake news.

Trump's son comments over border wall, compares it with zoo

President Donald Trump's eldest son appeared to liken migrants to dangerous animals, his latest controversial remarks on desperate people seeking to enter the US.

Who can win the ICC World Cup in 2019?

The next two months will be crucial for cricketing nations as they gear up for the ICC World Cup 2019, starting May 30 onwards in England and Wales.

Will Sunil Grover join Kapil Sharma's new show? Sidhu reveals

After missing from action for a long time, Kapil Sharma, recently, made a powerful comeback with The Kapil Sharma Show 2.

Odisha: Man tied to electric pole, thrashed on theft suspicion

In a barbaric incident, a man was brutally thrashed in the district of Mayurbhanj in Odisha on suspicion of theft.

Honor View 20 v/s OnePlus 6T: Which is better?

With a revamped design, flagship internals, speedy performance, and an attractive price, OnePlus 6T reigned supreme in 2018.

#AyodhyaCase: After one judge recuses, matter adjourned for January 29

The five-judge Constitution bench of the Supreme Court headed by CJI Ranjan Gogoi, postponed the hearing of the politically sensitive Ayodhya case on Thursday after Justice UU Lalit recused himself.

Maurizio Sarri and Mauricio Pochettino voice their displeasure with VAR

Video Assistant Referee (VAR) is one of the most revolutionizing changes, football has brought in recent years.

Veteran cricketer Mithali Raj opens up on 'coach controversy'

Indian women's cricket team ODI captain Mithali Raj has opened up on the controversy regarding her feud with former coach Ramesh Powar.

#CES2019: Whirlpool unveils AR-backed oven to help you with cooking

This year at CES, leading kitchen appliance maker Whirlpool has unveiled a 'smart' avatar of ovens.

Indian Railways: Take the spectacular Patalpani-Kalakund heritage train ride!

The Patalpani-Kalakund heritage train was introduced by the Western zone of Indian Railways on December 25, 2018.

Flipkart-ASUS Sale: Deals on ZenFone 5Z, ZenFone Max Pro M1

Flipkart has hosted the ASUS Days sale in India starting yesterday.

09 Jan 2019

RS passes bill to give 10% reservation to economically-weaker sections

After hours of debate, the Rajya Sabha passed the reservation bill on Wednesday.

iPhone 12th anniversary: From a revolutionary device to over-priced junk?

It is 2019 and more than 2.5 billion people out of the world's 7.7 billion population are smartphone users.

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After 25-years of marriage, Amazon-boss Jeff Bezos to divorce wife

Amazon boss Jeff Bezos announced on Wednesday he is divorcing his wife of 25 years MacKenzie.

Done with cancer surgery, Rakesh Roshan confirms he's recovering fast

On Tuesday morning, Hrithik Roshan sent the social media into a tizzy after he revealed that his father Rakesh Roshan was suffering from throat cancer.

#PornBan: Users access blocked websites through simple back-door tricks

In the past six months, the Department of Telecom has issued notification to block numerous websites.

IPL: CSK, KKR enjoy an advantage over others, here's why

Fans had expected the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League to start earlier than usual, with the General Elections being held this year.

Study: Hindus in US are the most educated religious community

In an encouraging news, the Hindu community has turned out to be the most educated among 30 religious groups in the United States, according to 2014 Religious Landscape Study by Pew Research Center.

Poor show at Hockey World Cup sees Indian coach dismissed

Harendra Singh, the coach of the Indian men's hockey team, has been removed from his post, and authorities have asked him to return to coaching the junior team.

Soon, Google Assistant will serve as your interpreter: Here's how

After introducing Google Assistant into Maps and several smart gadgets, Google is turning its digital assistant into a real-world interpreter.

Five gimmicks which WWE copied from other companies

WWE has, over the years, brought into its arsenal many stories, angles, match variations which were its brainchild, and revolutionized the business like never before.

Dean Elgar to lead SA in third Test against Pakistan

South African opening batsman Dean Elgar will lead the side in the third and final Test match against Pakistan.

IAS topper Shah Faesal quits to protest against Kashmir killings

Shah Faesal, a Kashmiri IAS officer who topped the UPSC exam in 2010, has resigned as a civil services officer to protest against the "unabated killings" and "marginalization" of Indian Muslims in Jammu and Kashmir.

Tips (for women) to look fashionable in winters

A big dressing dilemma for fashion-conscious women during the cold and dry season is to stay warm while also not compromising on the look.

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite spotted on Geekbench with Snapdragon 855

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite, expected to be launched alongside the Galaxy S10 and S10+, has been spotted on processor benchmarking site Geekbench.

'Loo' crisis: Mumbai police stations reek of filthy bathrooms

Mumbai Police are having a hard time answering nature's call because of the pathetic and foul-smelling toilets in the police stations.

Delhi: S Korean among 4 men arrested for smuggling gold

Four men, including a South Korean national, were arrested by Customs officials at the Delhi airport in separate cases for allegedly trying to smuggle gold worth over Rs. 2.6 crore into the country, according to an official statement issued today.

#PolicyExplainer: All about the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, 2019

The Lok Sabha on Tuesday had passed, amid protests by the Opposition, the Citizen (Amendment) Bill, 2019 that seeks to amend the Citizenship Act, 1955.

Government eyeing to pocket $1bn from sale of Air India

According to an official, the government is planning to raise around $1bn (around Rs. 7,000cr) from the sale of state-run carrier Air India in the next financial year.

India's GDP to grow 7.5% in next two years: World-Bank

India's GDP is expected to grow at 7.3% in the fiscal year 2018-19, and 7.5% in the following two years, the World Bank has forecast, attributing it to an upswing in consumption and investment.

Kerala nun, who demanded rape-accused bishop Mulakkal's arrest, served notice

A nun, who published poems, bought a car and took part in a protest against former bishop of Jalandhar diocese Bishop Franco Mulakkal in connection with a rape case, has been issued notice by her congregation based in Aluva, Kerala, for leading a life "against principles of religious life".

#ICCODIRankings: India could close gap with England by one point

Team India could close gap with leaders England in the ICC ODI Rankings.

Was Rafale-deal stopped for Michel Mama: PM Modi asks Congress

PM Narendra Modi on Wednesday launched an attack on Congress and Gandhi family by mentioning Christian Michel, the middleman of AgustaWestland, and asked if the Rafale deal got delayed because of him.

'Munnabhai 3': Arshad Warsi aka Circuit gives inside details

Subah ho gayi Mamu! Sanjay Dutt's Munnabhai gave cine-buffs an amazing dialogue and he will soon return with many such blockbuster phrases.

#CitizenshipBill: In Rajya Sabha, Rajnath Singh says false-information being spread

Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh spoke on the Citizenship Amendment Bill in the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday and said a lot of false information was being spread on it. He noted border security won't be compromised in any case.

Benjamin Pavard to join Bayern Munich in €35 million deal

Bayern Munich have announced that Benjamin Pavard will be joining its ranks in a €35 million transfer from Stuttgart, but the move will only materialize next season.

'Gully Boy' trailer speaks of rap, struggles, love and rebels

After raising the curiosity of fans with the short teaser of song Asli Hip Hop, the official trailer of Zoya Akhtar's Gully Boy dropped online today and it's gripping.

Soon, islands in Andaman will be connected by seaplanes

According to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, islands in Andaman will soon be connected by seaplanes that can land on or take-off from water.

Now, Google Assistant will text as you drive, navigate maps

After a long wait, Google Assistant is finally ready to upgrade your navigational experience.

#HealthBytes: 5 healthy alternatives to your regular cup of tea/coffee

For some people, a daily-dose of coffee or tea is essential to literally get out of bed, and then go through the day.

DNA

Farhan Akhtar, Shibani Dandekar make it Insta-official on his birthday

The wedding season in Bollywood is far from over. Before we could get over the wedding vibes of 2018, here comes the first wedding news of the year.

#FinancialBytes: 5 types of short-term loans you should know about

In India, short-term loans are increasingly becoming popular among individuals for meeting immediate financial needs.

Gonzalo Higuain to be reunited with Maurizio Sarri at Chelsea

In their hunt for a major striker to replace Alvaro Morata, Chelsea were looking towards names like Karim Benzema, Edinson Cavani, and Gonzalo Higuain.

Vinta may have accused Alok Nath for her benefit: Court

The Dindoshi Sessions court, which gave anticipatory bail to Alok Nath on January 5, in a rape case noted the actor could have been falsely implicated by writer-director Vinta Nanda.

#Budget2019: Interim Budget to be presented on February 1

The Budget session of the Parliament is likely to commence from January 31 and is slated to go on till February 13, reports have stated quoting government officials.

OPPO R15 Pro launched in India for Rs. 25,990

Expanding its portfolio of mid-range smartphones, OPPO has launched the R15 Pro in India.

Is there a rift between Pakistan bowlers and skipper Sarfraz?

South Africa beat Pakistan by nine wickets in the second Test in Cape Town on Sunday.

Pakistan batsman claims to be under black magic spell

In a startling news, Pakistan's left-handed all-rounder Haris Sohail, who was part of the country's touring team in South Africa, has claimed that he was under the spell of black magic, according to media reports.

Kader Khan's death: Govinda reacts to son Sarfaraz's statement

The year 2019 started on a sad note for Bollywood as Kader Khan passed away on New Years eve in Canada.

Upset after break-up, man attacks girlfriend of eight-years with hammer

Unable to handle his break-up, a Delhi man attacked his girlfriend of eight years with a hammer at a South Delhi hotel, HT reports.

CBI Director Alok Verma returns to work after being reinstated

A day after the Supreme Court reinstated Alok Verma as the CBI Director, the embattled Verma returned to work on Wednesday for the first time in three months.

WhatsApp getting fingerprint security, ability to send 30 audio messages

WhatsApp for Android is getting advanced biometric security as well as the ability to send up to 30 audio messages at once.

BCCI announces cash prizes for India after win against Aussies

The Indian cricket team won its maiden Test series in Australia by a 2-1 margin.

#CareerBytes: Preparing for NEET? Here are 5 mistakes to avoid

The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) is the gateway to admission to undergraduate programmes at prestigious medical colleges in the country.

Apple CEO Tim Cook takes home his highest-ever bonus

Fiscal 2018 turned out to be a great year for Apple, as well as its CEO, Tim Cook.

BCCI issues showcause notice to Pandya, Rahul for misogynistic comments

The Committee of Administrators issued a showcause notice to cricketers Hardik Pandya and KL Rahul on Wednesday, asking them to give an explanation in 24 hours regarding the statements they made on popular chat show Koffee With Karan.

Two Vivo India employees arrested for harassing female colleague

On Tuesday morning, two employees of Vivo India were arrested outside the company's office in Greater Noida for allegedly harassing a female colleague.

Future of TV: LG's 8K OLED TV doesn't need speakers

At the ongoing CES 2019 in Las Vegas, LG Display has showcased a bunch of new OLED displays including the world's first rollable TV.

Madhya Pradesh: 10-year-old boy, who consumed poison, was hungry

The National Commission of Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) has found the 10-year-old tribal boy, who consumed insecticide in Madhya Pradesh's Ratlam district, was hungry.

CES 2019: Biggest product announcements from Samsung's keynote

At the ongoing Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Samsung has showcased some really cool stuff leveraging AI and machine learning capabilities.

Vivo Y93 3GB RAM variant launched: Specifications, features and price

Vivo has launched the 3GB RAM variant of its mid-range Y93 smartphone in India.

Boney Kapoor to direct a biopic on Sridevi?

On February 24, 2018, Bollywood lost one of its shining stars, Sridevi. Needless to say, the loss was irrecoverable.

On this airline, flight attendants can now make individual tips

If you are planning to travel by Frontier Airlines this year, you are likely to be asked by the flight attendant for a tip.

Love, Death & Robots: David Fincher's upcoming Netflix animated series

Netflix is trying to maintain its position as the premiere streaming platform by adding new and exciting content in the face of increasing competition.

#ComicBytes: Five Marvel heroes who used to be villains

Comics always believe that everybody can change for the better. Remember Quicksilver and Scarlet Witch from Avengers: Age of Ultron?

Indian Railways: How to download IRCTC Food on Track app

In a bid to make catering experience for railway passengers more convenient and enjoyable, the Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has launched the Food on Track app.