30 Jan 2019
#TechBytes: 6 useful gadgets that every student should own
There is no doubt that technology makes our lives easier in a lot of ways.
Here's what Google India, Tinder, Amazon Prime "really really really...want"
A new meme fest has emerged on social media with the "We really really really..." format in which people have expressed their exclusive and unfulfilled wishes.
"World's smallest laptops" now available in India
Expanding its portfolio of ultrabooks in India, Taiwan-based ASUS has launched its new range of ZenBook laptops.
NZvsIND: Records that could be scripted in the fourth ODI
India and New Zealand will be facing each other in the fourth ODI at Seddon Park, Hamilton on Thursday.
Kerala: Congress leader raped minor for a year, booked
A Congress leader from Kerala's Wayanad district allegedly raped a minor tribal girl for over a year, police said on Wednesday.
#GamingBytes: What is PUBG? Read everything about the game here
PUBG or PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds is one of the most popular Battle Royale games.
L&T executive encashes leaves, earns Rs. 19 crore
Working professionals in India often plan meticulously how to save and use the leaves offered by their employer.
Shamita Shetty abused by three men in road rage incident
Actress Shamita Shetty came across an ugly event as she was allegedly abused by three bike-borne men on Tuesday. The incident took place in Mumbai's Thane area.
Tainted Sarfraz Ahmed terms Shoaib Akhtar's criticism as personal
Pakistan cricket team skipper Sarfraz Ahmed has lashed out at former fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar for making personal attacks on him, after he was suspended by the ICC.
How does LSD work? Scientists finally have an idea
Since it was synthesized in the 1930s, LSD, or lysergic acid diethylamide, has received much cultural and scientific attention.
How to get discount on IRCTC ticket bookings
In what comes as good news for Indian Railways passengers, various online e-wallet service providers like Paytm and MobiKwik are offering attractive discounts and cashback offers for booking rail tickets online.
Chanda Kochhar sacked by ICICI, will have to return bonuses
Former ICICI Bank CEO Chanda Kochhar violated the Code of Conduct, the bank said, citing an internal investigation report on allegations against her in the Rs. 3,250-crore ICICI Bank-Videocon loan case.
#ManikarnikaControversy: Rangoli shares WhatsApp chat, shares Kangana's side of story
Kangana Ranaut's Manikarnika: The Queen Of Jhansi has been grabbing headlines for quite a while now.
RaGa mocks Modi's gutter-gas theory: Details here
With barbs being traded almost every day this election season, Congress President Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday made fun of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's gutter gas theory which got him trolled last year.
Samsung Galaxy S10 battery specs leaked: Details here
Samsung will unveil its tenth-anniversary edition Galaxy S10 flagships on February 20.
Sri Lanka coach Chandika Hathurusingha axed from selection panel
In a bold step, Sri Lanka Cricket has removed coach Chandika Hathurusingha from the selection panel, ahead of the second Test against Australia.
On Gandhi's death anniversary, Hindu Mahasabha recreates his assassination
In a shocking incident, right-wing outfit Hindu Mahasabha recreated the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi on his death anniversary, Wednesday, in Uttar Pradesh's Aligarh.
'F.R.I.E.N.D.S' Monica Geller actress Courteney Cox finally joins Instagram
We all get by with a little help from our friends, and Courteney Cox is no exception.
Google's Material theme gives Gmail fresh new look: See here
Google has pushed an update giving Gmail a fresh new look.
Tube in nose, ailing Goa CM Manohar Parrikar presents budget
In a sight that evokes concern, ailing Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar presented the state budget on Wednesday while seated with a tube inserted into his nose.
Parrikar writes to RaGa: Didn't discuss Rafale with you
Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar on Wednesday wrote a letter to Congress President Rahul Gandhi saying he was disappointed with his version of their meeting, which was widely reported in media, and clarified the Rafale deal wasn't discussed.
Anna Hazare begins hunger strike demanding Lokpal formation
On Wednesday, social activist Anna Hazare began a fast at his village of Ralegan Siddhi, demanding the formation of a Lokpal at the Central level and Lokayuktas at the state level.
EU rejects Theresa May's attempt to reopen Brexit talks
European leaders moved quickly yesterday to reject an attempt by Britain's PM Theresa May to re-open talks on the Brexit deal, as British lawmakers voted to demand changes.
Post marriage, Ginni imposes a special rule on Kapil Sharma
Kapil Sharma is a happily married man. He tied the knot with his longtime girlfriend Ginni Chatrath on December 12.
New Zealand vs India: Preview, Dream XI of fourth ODI
After winning the first three ODIs of the five-match series, India will be looking to dominate the proceedings against New Zealand, when they lock horns in Hamilton.
'Simmba' director Rohit Shetty donates Rs. 51L to Mumbai police
A month ago Rohit Shetty's Simmba hit the screens. Since then the movie has been on money churning spree at the box office.
Step-by-step guide to disable FaceTime on iPhone, iPad, and Mac
Just yesterday, a major privacy-invading bug was flagged in Apple's FaceTime service.
Was 'maal khara'? Two men asked about their brides' virginity
Last week, two newly-wed grooms testified for their wives' virginity in Kanjarbhat community in Pune, a DNA report claims.
How to get duplicate copy of your lost Aadhaar card
After the Supreme Court verdict on Aadhaar Act, it is no longer mandatory to link your Aadhaar with bank or telecom services.
Here's looking at Christian Bale's best performances
Christian Bale is one of the most talented actors in Hollywood in recent times.
#CareerBytes: 5 famous institutes for IAS coaching in Chennai
The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) is one of the toughest exams and but with the right preparation, one can crack it.
Scary stuff: This 14-year-old boy first discovered Apple's FaceTime bug
Apple recently made the headlines for a bug in its video calling service FaceTime that allowed a user to hear audio and see those they were reaching out to even before their call was answered.
Grandfather kills 1-month-old girl born with deformities fearing 'bad luck'
In a gut-wrenching incident, recently a man chopped his 1-month-old granddaughter into pieces as she was born with deformities.
Prices of these Nokia phones reduced by upto Rs. 2,000
HMD Global has reduced the prices of its popular mid-range smartphones, the Nokia 6.1 and Nokia 3.1, by up to Rs. 2,000.
German doctor puts cocaine on penis; girlfriend dies after sex
In a bizarre incident, a doctor in Germany was recently sentenced to a jail term of 9 years after he caused the death of his girlfriend by sprinkling cocaine on his penis before she performed oral sex on him last year.
Extradition hearing of Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou pushed to March
The extradition hearing for a top Huawei executive at the center of a diplomatic row between Ottawa (Canada capital) and Beijing (China capital) has been pushed back to March, after US unveiled sweeping charges against her and the Chinese tech giant.
Singer Shivani Bhatia dies in a fatal car accident
In a shocking turn of events, singer and stage performer Shivani Bhatia died in a fatal road accident.
Apple iPhones could get cheaper in some countries: Details here
Just a few hours ago, Apple reported its Q1 earnings with a decline in the revenue from iPhone sales.
SC refuses to stay SC/ST Act amendments again
For the second time in seven days, the Supreme Court, on Wednesday, refused to stay amendments to the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, that rules out all provisions for anticipatory bail for the accused.
Woman reaches home 10 minutes late, husband gives triple talaq
In Alipur village of Etah district in Uttar Pradesh, a woman was reportedly given triple talaq by her husband for reaching home 10 minutes late.
Sara walks out of 'Love Aaj Kal 2'. Here's why
Sara Ali Khan created a buzz in the town after she was roped in for Imtiaz Ali's Love Aaj Kal 2. The movie also featured Sara's crush Kartik Aaryan in the lead.
Toronto Gay Village serial killer confesses to eight murders
In a massive win for Canadian authorities, a man suspected of having killed and dismembered eight men who went missing near Toronto from 2010-2017 pleaded guilty to eight counts of first-degree murder on Tuesday.
Violence erupts after Shah's rally: Rajnath, Mamata argue on call
On Tuesday, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh had a heated exchange. Singh had called her over the violence that erupted after BJP President Amit Shah addressed a rally in WB, earlier in the day.
US presidential-hopeful Kamala Harris' CNN townhall creates massive record
Indian-origin presidential hopeful Kamala Harris' town hall on CNN with an average of 1.957 million viewers got the network its highest ratings ever for such an event with an individual election candidate, according to the network.
Warning! Netflix users beware of this new phishing scam email
Netflix users have become the target of cyberattack as another scam email has been sent to them informing that their account has been suspended temporarily and they need to update their billing information in order to unlock their account.
Ayodhya: Previously, SC wanted 'excess' land to remain undisturbed
The Supreme Court has, in last 16 years, told twice that excess land surrounding the disputed property of Ayodhya, which the Centre wants to return to rightful owners, shouldn't be disturbed before the title dispute reaches a conclusion.
Facebook secretly paid teens to access their messages, browsing history
Once again, Facebook is making headlines for its shady data collection practices.
After Isha's wedding, Shloka Mehta begins shopping for her D-Day
It's been over a month since Mukesh Ambani's daughter Isha married Anand Piramal in an extravagant ceremony.
New Zealand announce squad for upcoming T20I series against India
The New Zealand cricket team will be taking on India in a three-match T20I series starting February 6 onwards.
Pakistani singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan accused of forex smuggling
On Wednesday, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) issued a show cause notice to popular Pakistani singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) for allegedly smuggling foreign currency out of India.
Assam: Three-year-old's black jacket removed by security, CM orders probe
A video of a mother removing the black jacket of her three-year-old on orders of security personnel on Tuesday in Assam has gone viral on social media, prompting Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal to order an inquiry.
#CareerBytes: 6 useful YouTube Channels every student should follow
YouTube has become the go-to platform for almost everything today; it is also one of the best and most used online resources to learn anything.
Flipkart's 'Mi Days' sale ends today: Top-deals on Xiaomi smartphones
Flipkart's 'Mi Days' sale, which is currently live with attractive deals on popular Xiaomi smartphones, ends today i.e. January 30.
Five English movies/shows to watch on Amazon Prime this February
As is common knowledge, Amazon Prime Video faces tough competition from existing and new streaming services.
MIT's new tech transmits audio messages via lasers: Here's how
Over the years, phones and earbuds have refined the concept of wireless audio transmission.
Michael Jackson's family slams 'Leaving Neverland' documentary as 'public lynching'
Leaving Neverland is a 2 part HBO documentary that first premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.
29 Jan 2019
Worried Flipkart wants six-month delay in implementing new e-commerce rules
American retail giant Walmart-owned Flipkart has written to the government that it faces "the risk of significant customer disruption" if the deadline for implementing the new e-commerce curbs, which could cause huge disruption in the space, isn't extended by six months.
Who are the top five Indian players in the I-League?
The I-League has been the top-flight of Indian football for a long time and has seen some major talents take part in the competition over the years.
#FinancialBytes: Credit or debit card- what is better for you?
Credit and debit cards are two of the most popular cashless payment methods.
How Jews found refuge in India shapes International Holocaust-Remembrance Day
Poignant tales of compassion of Jews finding refuge in India in the midst of the horror of the Holocaust were recounted as the UN commemorated the International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
Andy Murray undergoes hip surgery, shares pictures on social media
Tennis ace Andy Murray, who had earlier announced his retirement from the game in a press conference, has finally undergone hip surgery.
Meghalaya: After losing second body, rescuers struggling to retrace it
It has been three days since rescue forces detected the body of a second miner inside the flooded rat hole coal mine in Meghalaya where 15 miners got trapped in early December.
After RaGa's minimum-wage, now Modi mulling Universal Basic Income
The Narendra Modi government is planning to announce Universal Basic Income (UBI) in the budget which will be presented on February 1, IANS reports.
Amid Rafale allegations, Rahul Gandhi meets Manohar Parrikar in Goa
Congress President Rahul Gandhi met Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar today at the state Assembly complex in Panaji (Goa) and enquired about his health.
V15 Pro with 32MP camera to launch on February 20
As the successor to its popular Vivo V11 Pro, the company is gearing up to launch Vivo V15 Pro in India on February 20.
Is Apple working on its own 'Netflix for games'?
Amid rumors of declining iPhone sales, Apple appears to be pushing its services business.
Trump to deliver State of the Union Address on February-5
Donald Trump will deliver the State of the Union Address on February 5 after it was delayed due to a government shutdown over the US president's demand for funding for a wall along the border with Mexico.
ISL 2018-19: Bengaluru FC vs NorthEast United: Preview and prediction
Bengaluru FC will host NorthEast United tomorrow in their return ISL fixture, a match that will be a battle between two great teams.
Aamir dares Katrina for chess challenge, but with 'Salman' twist
Katrina Kaif has always been a 'Khan heroine' and makes a perfect pair with Shah Rukh, Aamir and Salman Khan.
Charges dropped against Shah Rukh in benami Alibaug property case
Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan has been absolved of the charge of being a beneficiary of a benami property in Alibaug, Maharashtra.
Best prepaid plans available under Rs. 100 for data, calling
Thanks to the increasing competition among telcos, the telecom space in India has changed for good.
Hair loss: Causes, prevention and treatment
Hair loss can be difficult to cope with. It can affect anyone. However, men are more prone to experiencing hair loss (or baldness) than women.
Nagpur: Cop showers money on girls performing on R-Day, suspended
In a shocking incident, a cop in Nagpur's Nand Village was caught on camera showering notes on girls performing at a cultural function on Republic Day, Saturday.
Two hacker groups stole $1 billion in cryptocurrency: Details here
If you think cryptocurrency hacks are not that common, think again!
#ComicBytes: From Hulks to Xaviers, meet five powerful Marvel families
Marvel has created one of the most extensive and intricate universes in comics.
#GamingBytes: Want to improve your PUBG skills? Here're some tips
PUBG offers one of the most tactically intense Battle Royale experiences. As gamers try to win the chicken dinner in solos, duos or squads, they have to compete among 99 opponents, who are bent on killing them.
I-League 2018-19: Mohun Bagan vs Gokulam: Match preview and prediction
Mohun Bagan will play hosts to Gokulam in their return fixture of the I-League tomorrow.
#CareerBytes: 5 popular UPSC IAS coaching institutes in Bengaluru
The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) is one of the most challenging exams and cracking it is not easy without the right preparation.
India's first bullet train service to say 'sorry' for delays
In a country where train delays are taken for granted, the upcoming Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train service has said that it will set a new precedent.
Yogi Adityanath makes 'Uri' tax-free in Uttar Pradesh
Vicky Kaushal's Uri: The Surgical Strike is reigning supreme at the box office. The movie, which released on January 11, has minted Rs. 160.78 cr and refuses to slow down.
What made anti-nuclear test crusader George Fernandes participate in Pokhran?
George Fernandes' demise on Tuesday, January 29, has left a void in Indian politics and leaders across the spectrum have united to remember the fearless man.
#HealthBytes: 5 fiber-filled food items to cut down belly fat
Not only does belly fat look bad on you, it is also a virtual invitation to a host of dreadful health issues, like diabetes, heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, among others.
IIT-Roorkee to become emissions-free smart campus by 2022
A few days back, India's oldest engineering college, IIT-Roorkee, kicked off its smart campus development project in collaboration with global electrical equipment and automation major ABB.
#MeToo: MJ Akbar accuser Priya Ramani summoned by court
On Tuesday, Patiala House Court issued summons to journalist Priya Ramani in the defamation case filed by the former junior minister of External Affairs, MJ Akbar. She has been asked to appear as an accused on February 25.
Not money, Nick gave this expensive 'joota-chhupai' gift to Parineeti
It's been over a month since Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas' wedding and the couple continues to rule our timelines.
UP: Yogi Adityanath announces development of Rs. 36,000cr Ganga Expressway
While holding a cabinet meeting at the ongoing Kumbh Mela, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, on Tuesday, announced the UP government's decision to develop the Ganga Expressway.
Honor View 20 launched, price starts at Rs. 37,999
Honor View 20, the much-awaited global variant of Honor V20, has been officially launched in India today.
WhatsApp, Skype to be brought under regulatory-ambit? TRAI drops hints
Telecom regulator TRAI hopes to finalize, by February-end, its recommendations on whether over-the-top (OTT) services, such as WhatsApp and Skype, should be brought under the regulatory ambit, according to a top official.
'Manikarnika' row: Kangana's sister Rangoli defends her against Krish's allegations
Kangana Ranaut's Manikarnika: The Queen Of Jhansi is setting the box office on fire.
US President Donald Trump allows a pre-Super Bowl CBS interview
The annual championship game for the National Football League or NFL is here.
Samsung Galaxy M10 v/s Galaxy M20: The key differences
Samsung's newly launched Galaxy M10 and Galaxy M20 smartphones will go on sale in India starting February 5 via Amazon and Samsung India e-store.
"PUBG wala hai kya?" Modi gives advice to gaming-addict students
Referring to viral online game PUBG, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday told a crowd consisting of parents and teachers that it is important to find a balance between technology and studies.
Can you guess price of Alia Bhatt's new Juhu home?
Shauq badi cheez hai! This quote stands true for Alia Bhatt in every sense.
Sourav Ganguly hails Indian cricket team's performance in ODIs
Former captain of the Indian cricket team, Sourav Ganguly, has opened up about his opinion on the current crop's performance in one-day cricket.
US: Sikhs distribute gift cards, Indian food to TSA employees
The Sikh community of Indiana State in the US distributed Indian food and gift cards to the employees of the federal Transportation and Security Administration who haven't received their pay checks due to the partial government shutdown lasting for a record over 35 days.
This year, IITs could introduce 5% EWS reservation; IIMs unsure
The Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) are likely to implement the recently announced 10% quota for economically weak sections (EWS) of the general category in a gradual manner.
Angelina Jolie stars in thriller, 'Those Who Wish Me Dead'
Angelina Jolie is one of the most reputed names in Hollywood with several acclaimed films like Mr. & Mrs. Smith and Changeling to her name.
Snapchat might soon bring 'permanent snaps'. Why the U-turn?
Snapchat's most iconic feature, the 'disappearing' snaps, could soon see a major change.
Customer demands dress-pictures, seller sends of himself wearing them
Living in a world where people have received bricks instead of a smartphone they paid for, people are bound to get skeptical while shopping online.
ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2020 fixtures have been announced
The International Cricket Council (ICC), on Tuesday, revealed the schedule for the ICC men's T20 World Cup 2020 that will be held in Australia.
After 'Takht', Karan Johar to make homosexual love story?
Karan Johar's support for LGBTQ community is well known. And now the head honcho of Dharma Productions wants to bring a story from the community to silver screen.
In a first, Adityanath's cabinet to meet at Kumbh Mela
For the first time after being made the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath will chair a cabinet meeting outside the state capital Lucknow.
Huawei, its CFO charged with multiple financial crimes in USA
A little over a month after Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou was detained by Canadian authorities, Huawei, two of its subsidiaries, and Meng have been charged with an array of financial crimes in the US.
Apple's FaceTime bug lets people spy on you: Here's how
A weird bug has been detected in Apple's FaceTime service, one that can be used by bad actors for the purpose of spying.
#Ayodhyacase: Centre moves SC to transfer undisputed-land to Mandir trust
In a big move, the NDA led Centre moved Supreme Court on Tuesday seeking permission to hand over 'surplus' land in Ayodhya, which isn't disputed to its owner. The rightful owner of land is a trust named Ram Janmabhoomi Nyas.
Indian-born billionaire bribed doctors with strippers, to prescribe addictive painkiller
An Indian-born CEO of a pharmaceutical company based in the US is accused of practising illegal marketing tactics, including bribing doctors with lavish dinners and strip club parties, to prescribe a highly addictive opioid painkiller to patients.
George Fernandes, former Defense Minister, dies at 88
Former Defense Minister George Fernandes passed away on Tuesday at the age of 88. He was suffering from Alzheimer's disease and had contracted swine flu recently.
Now, JioPhone users can use JioRail to book train tickets
Just a few weeks after launching JioBrowser, Reliance Jio has launched a dedicated rail reservation app for JioPhone users.
Rating the bowling of eight teams ahead of IPL 2019
The next season of Indian Premier League starts from March 23.
PM's gifts go under hammer to fund 'Namami Gange' project
The auctioning of the gifts received by Prime Minister Narendra Modi from heads of state and dignitaries over the years began yesterday at the National Gallery of Modern Art in New Delhi.
Five best Netflix movies and shows to watch this February
Netflix is one of the premiere content streaming sites and they plan to cement their position by continuously adding new movies and shows.
By typing Captcha, you are actually helping Google. Read how
Have you ever come across the word 'Captcha' on the Internet while entering a password or filling a form, and Google says it is to prove that you are human?
From island to village: 5 expensive things Johnny Depp owns
Johnny Depp is one of Hollywood's renowned names. He has recently gained a degree of infamy following Amber Heard's accusations against him for domestic abuse.