01 Feb 2019

Looking back on Guardiola's three-year spell at Manchester City

It was exactly three years ago when Manchester City announced that they had signed Pep Guardiola as their new manager.

Naga sadhus at Kumbh give up smoking 'chillum'. Here's why!

Many sadhus at the Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj have taken a bold step to quit smoking chillums (clay pipes for smoking), one of their prized possessions, after yoga guru Ramdev asked them not to.

#GamingBytes: Ban on PUBG is unwarranted. Here is why

PUBG is an intense tactical Battle Royale and the mobile version enjoys immense popularity in Indian and Asian markets.

TRAI's DTH rules now effective: Here's everything to know

TRAI's new regulations for DTH and cable services, which allow users to individually select and pay for channels, come into effect from today i.e February 1.

Dear Diet Sabya, nobody needs your unwarranted fake fashion criticism

TV actress Divyanka Tripathi was recently slammed by self-proclaimed fashion watchdog Diet Sabya for wearing a belt that was similar to renowned designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee's work.

It's tough managing logistics of cricketers traveling with families: BCCI

Last year, the BCCI allowed the wives and girlfriends of Indian cricketers to travel along them, after the first 10 days of a tour.

ISL 2018-19: Chennaiyin FC vs Pune City: Preview and prediction

Indian Super League's defending champions Chennaiyin FC will be hosting Pune FC tomorrow in their return ISL fixture.

#Budget2019: Shooting in exotic locations becomes easier for Indian filmmakers

Among several headline-inducing announcements which acting Finance Minister Piyush Goyal made on Thursday, he also made it easier for Indian filmmakers to shoot at exotic locations.

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WWE should avoid making these mistakes at WrestleMania's 35th anniversary

WrestleMania is the showcase event of WWE, and it is where the company expects wrestlers to perform the best, and win hearts of audiences all over the world.

Bhagwat says Ram Mandir construction in 4-months; protesters demand date

On Friday, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat warned the government that work on the Ram Mandir would begin in four months if no concrete steps were taken to commence the construction of the temple.

#NewsBytesExclusive: Meet the entrepreneur who is building 'Myntra' for comics

Comics have always been doors to fantastical universes that speak of heroes and villains and magical things.

#ManikarnikaRow: Producer Kamal Jain slams director Krish for 'demeaning' Kangana

Kangana Ranaut's Manikarnika: The Queen Of Jhansi is performing well at the box office and has earned Rs. 61.15 crore so far.

Happy birthday Graeme Smith: Here's a look at his achievements

Former South Africa cricket team skipper Graeme Smith turned 38 today.

Acne in women: Causes, treatment, and home remedies

Primarily affecting teenagers, undergoing natural hormonal changes, acne is one of the most common skin conditions.

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DND flyover shut due to farmers' protest, Delhi-Noida traffic suffers

The DND flyover which connects Delhi and Noida was shut on Friday after a group of farmers came out on streets to protest, claimed multiple reports.

#SochKeShareKaro: Mumbai Police teaches what not to share on WhatsApp

The official Twitter handle of Mumbai Police has never failed to impress us with their witty and humorous civic lessons.

#Budget2019: What are the income-tax changes proposed in Interim Budget?

Ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, acting Finance Minister Piyush Goyal, while presenting the Interim Budget, proposed several changes to the tax structure to provide relief to the salaried middle class.

US court orders Syria to pay $302mn for journalist's murder

On Wednesday night, a court in Washington slapped the Syrian government with $302mn in damages for the death of journalist Marie Colvin.

Ekta Kapoor's son Ravie's first glimpse will melt your heart

Ekta Kapoor is in the happiest space at the moment. The television czarina became a proud mother of a baby boy via surrogacy recently.

To settle in Australia, brother-sister from Punjab marry each other

Indians and their obsession with settling abroad thinking they will lead a luxurious lifestyle there, have led many into using illegal immigration methods.

Not using your Aadhaar card? It might get deactivated

With so many government welfare schemes linked with Aadhaar, it is one of the most important documents you will ever hold.

#GamingBytes: PUBG's new update brings major changes to game

PUBG, an intensely tactical Battle Royale, still enjoys massive popularity on PC, the platform where the game was first launched.

ICC CEO picks India as the favorites for World Cup

The ICC World Cup 2019 is all set to start from May 30 onwards in England and Wales.

January transfer window 2019: The five biggest transfers

For football fans, it's a thrilling affair to keep a tab on the latest transfer news, rumors, and gossip when the transfer window is underway.

PM Modi says 'budget for new India' will benefit everyone

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said all classes of society will benefit from the Union Budget 2019, which was presented by Piyush Goyal earlier in the day.

Australia stitch first 300-plus stand in Tests since December 2017

After a long time in Test cricket, the Australian cricket team showed their authority with the bat.

Fatima reveals the truth behind link up rumors with Aamir

When Fatima Sana Shaikh made her debut with Dangal (2016), she took the industry by storm.

OPPO K1 with in-display sensor to launch on February 6

Flipkart has confirmed that OPPO will launch its K1 smartphone in India on February 6.

#CareerBytes: How to crack UGC NET in first attempt?

The UGC National Eligibility Test (NET) is a national level exam conducted to select candidates for the post of Assistant Professor or both Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Assistant Professor at Indian universities/colleges.

#Budget2019: Key highlights from Piyush Goyal's Budget speech

With an eye on the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, due by May, Finance Minister Piyush Goyal, on Friday, made major announcements for the middle-class, farmers, and unorganized sector workers.

Mithali Raj scripts history once again: Details here

Indian cricket team batswoman Mithali Raj is in a league of her own.

Vicky's 'Uri' creates record; beats 'Padmaavat', 'Sanju' in third week

Vicky Kaushal's Uri: The Surgical Strike has been wreaking havoc at the box office. The movie made a collection of over Rs. 167.48cr in three weeks.

SA vs PAK, 1st T20I: Preview, TV listing, Dream XI

World number one T20I side Pakistan will be facing South Africa tonight in an enthralling encounter.

#Budget2019: BJP leaders hail 'robust announcements', Opposition dubs it 'jumla'

The interim budget presented by acting Union Finance Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday invited a flurry of reactions in the country.

Following Ben Affleck's DCEU exit, Nick Jonas wants Batman role

Ben Affleck is hanging up the proverbial cape of Gotham's crusader as he exits his role as Batman from the DCEU movies.

Sensex jumps over 100 points ahead of Budget 2019

The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) benchmark Sensex today jumped over 100 points ahead of the Budget presentation by acting Finance Minister Piyush Goyal amid heavy buying by foreign portfolio investors.

IAF Mirage 2000 aircraft crashes at HAL-airport, 1 pilot dead

A Mirage 2000 aircraft of the Indian Air Force crashed at the HAL Airport in Bengaluru this morning, killing a pilot on the spot and leaving another critically injured.

Redmi Note 7 could launch in India for Rs. 10,000

Going by the frequency of teasers, it is speculated that Xiaomi could launch its Redmi Note 7 in India in February itself.

Netflix faces copyright infringement case for 'Wild Wild Country' documentary

Wild Wild Country was Netflix's recent take on the controversial guru Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh, better known as Osho.

Use Tesla's released patents to save Earth, urges Elon Musk

At a time when US tech companies have been accusing Chinese nationals of technology theft, Tesla CEO Elon Musk, on Thursday, reiterated that Tesla's patents were out for anyone to use.

Ghaziabad: Pregnant woman saves four children but dies in fire

In an unfortunate incident, a pregnant woman lost her life after a two-story building caught fire in Loni, Ghaziabad on Thursday.

#Budget2019: More than Rs. 3 lakh crore allotted for defense

Speaking about national security during his interim Budget 2019 speech, Finance Minister Piyush Goyal announced that the defense budget for FY20 had been extended beyond Rs. 3 lakh crore - the highest in any year thus far.

Flipkart #HonorDays Sale: Top-deals on Honor 10, 9N, 10 Lite

Flipkart's Honor Days Sale is now live with attractive deals available on some of the most popular Honor smartphones.

#Budget2019: No income tax for those earning upto Rs. 5L/annum

In a mega move to impress the salaried class, the Centre exempted those earning up to Rs. 5 lakh from tax in the interim budget on Thursday.

China vows increased US imports, IP protection at trade talks

China agreed to increase imports of US goods and boost cooperation on protecting intellectual property (IP) during trade talks in Washington.

#Budget2019: Mega pension plan for workers of unorganized sector announced

In a move aimed to benefit workers of unorganized sector, acting Finance Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday announced Centre's mega pension scheme called Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Mandhan.

#Budget2019: Rs. 64,587cr capital support announced for Indian Railways

Talking about budget allocation for the Indian Railways, Finance Minister Piyush Goyal, during his interim Budget 2019 speech, announced capital support for the Railways to the tune of Rs. 64,587cr.

11-year-old moves Bombay-HC seeking PUBG ban, says 'game promotes violence'

The PUBG fever has gripped the entire nation and is keeping gamers, especially youngsters, hooked, so much so that their studies are also getting affected adversely.

#Budget2019: Finance Minister Piyush Goyal chalks out healthcare plans

While delivering his Budget speech, interim Finance Minister Piyush Goyal, on Thursday, highlighted that the successes of the government's Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme.

#Budget2019: Piyush Goyal announces direct cash transfer for marginal farmers

On Friday, acting Union Finance Minister Piyush Goyal presented the interim budget in the Parliament amid ruckus from the Opposition.

Celebrating Kalpana Chawla, 16 years after her death

Seven astronauts were killed today 16 years ago, after their space shuttle disintegrated on entering the Earth's atmosphere, 16 minutes away from landing. Kalpana Chawla, the first woman of Indian-origin to space-travel, was one of them.

US-N Korea summit details to be announced next week: Trump

US President Donald Trump yesterday said the details of his upcoming summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un will be announced next week, and that a date and place had been settled.

IPL 2019: How have RCB fared over last three seasons?

Royal Challengers Bangalore will look to make it count in the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Stripper-turned-manager gave lap-dance to doctor to prescribe addictive painkiller

John Kapoor, CEO of US-based Insys Therapeutics, as we reported, has been accused of using illegal marketing tactics in order to make doctors prescribe a highly addictive opioid painkiller.

Apple to soon launch iPad Mini 5, new 10-inch iPad

Apple is working to launch an updated version of its 10-inch iPad and a new, cheaper iPad Mini as early as this spring, according to Bloomberg.

It was surreal: 'Narcos' star on seeing real-life 'El Chapo'

Narcos: Mexico aired last November and gave viewers an account of the notorious Guadalajara Cartel and the start of the drug war.

Soon, India will get details of Mallya's Swiss bank accounts

The Indian government may soon get details of money which embattled businessman Vijay Mallya kept in multiple Swiss bank accounts, reports HT.

31 Jan 2019

I-League: Interesting facts about India's top-flight football you didn't know

The I-League, previously known as the National Football League, has been India's top-flight football since 1996-97.

Union Budget 2019: Key expectations, traditions and other questions simplified

The Union Budget 2019 will be presented by interim Finance Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday, February 1.

#CricketInNumbers: Key statistics, records of NZ in the World Cup

The ICC World Cup 2019 will start from May 30 onwards, in England and Wales.

'TMKOC': Is this the 'real' reason behind Disha Vakani's exit?

Is Disha Vakani still a part of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah? This question has become a hot topic of discussion these days.

NITI Aayog: Report claiming 45-year high unemployment unverified

Following reports that India's unemployment rate had hit a 45-year high, NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman Rajiv Kumar, on Thursday, clarified that the data was "not verified" and was still being processed.

Best Jio 4G prepaid plans for every budget

Reliance Jio continues to outshine its rivals for two main reasons - industry-leading 4G internet speeds and attractively priced tariff plans.

Indonesia: Durian, 'smelliest' fruit globally, getting sold at Rs. 71,000

In a bizarre news, a rare foul-smelling durian fruit variety was sold for nearly 14mn rupiah (Rs. 71, 546) in Indonesia.

#CareerBytes: Preparing for UGC NET? Avoid these 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.

"World's first holeless phone" available for pre-ordering at Rs. 92,000

Touted as the "world's first holeless phone", the recently launched Meizu Zero is now available for pre-ordering via crowdfunding platform Indiegogo.

Ekta Kapoor introduces son Ravie Kapoor with an emotional note

Ekta Kapoor is the new mommy of the town. The television producer became a proud mother to a baby boy through surrogacy.

ISL 2018-19: Mumbai City vs FC Goa: Preview and prediction

Mumbai City will be hosting FC Goa in their ISL 2018-19 return fixture tomorrow.

Supreme Court to hear Sabarimala review petitions from February 6

On Thursday, the Supreme Court announced that it would hear the review petitions against its earlier verdict pertaining to women's entry to the Sabarimala temple on February 6.

TRAI's new DTH rules: How to select a-la-carte channels

TRAI's new regulatory framework for broadcasting services, which allows DTH users to individually select and pay for channels, comes into effect from February 1, 2019.

Third SC judge exits case challenging acting CBI chief's appointment

On Thursday, Supreme Court Justice NV Ramana recused himself from hearing a plea challenging M Nageshwar Rao's appointment as interim CBI Chief.

Isha Ambani reveals real reason for crying at her 'bidaai'

It was a dreamy wedding for Isha Ambani who married Anand Piramal on December 12, 2018.

#HealthBytes: How to manage frizzy hair in winters

Do winters become a nightmare for your hair? We understand your pain.

Rajasthan announces free college education for girls from July

On Wednesday, Rajasthan Higher Education Minister Bhanwar Singh Bhati announced that girls in the state would soon be entitled to free college education in institutes run by the government.

Tennis icon Nadal set to marry girlfriend of 14 years

In a good news for his fans, Spain's Rafael Nadal has gotten engaged to his girlfriend Mery Perello, who he has been dating for 14 years.

I-League 2018-19: Minerva vs Aizawl FC: Preview and prediction

Defending I-League champions Minerva Punjab will be hosting Aizawl FC tomorrow in the I-League.

I-League 2018-19: Indian Arrows vs NEROCA: Preview and prediction

NEROCA, currently fifth on the I-League table, will be visiting Indian Arrows tomorrow for their return fixture of the season.

SBI Data Leak: What can you do to stay protected?

Just a few hours ago, India's largest financial institution, the State Bank of India, was found exposing customer data from an unprotected server.

Priyanka confirms her next is on Osho-disciple Ma Anand Sheela

Priyanka Chopra is on top of her game these days.

Unemployment at 45-year high after demonetization, stalled NSSO report shows

During 2017-18, India's unemployment rate touched a 45-year high of 6.1%, a previously unreleased National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) report has revealed.

Is Samsung Galaxy M20 the new king in budget segment?

With quad cameras, notched display and mid-end internals, the Redmi Note 6 Pro dominated the latter half of last year in the sub-Rs. 15,000 price point.

Man loots Amazon of Rs. 30L through fraud refunds

A 27-year-old man was arrested yesterday in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, for allegedly duping e-commerce giant Amazon of Rs. 30 lakh.

Rafale jets to improve IAF's strike capability: President Kovind

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is preparing to welcome the new generation ultra-modern Rafale fighter aircraft in its fleet to strengthen its strike capabilities, President Ram Nath Kovind said today in New Delhi.

Carry Aadhaar in your smartphone with the mAadhaar app

With so many government welfare schemes linked with Aadhaar, it is one of the most important documents you will ever hold.

We played some bad shots, admits Indian skipper Rohit Sharma

India were thrashed by New Zealand in the fourth ODI on Thursday in Hamilton.

TV actor Rahul Dixit commits suicide, father suspects foul play

An aspiring 28-year-old television actor Rahul Dixit allegedly killed himself yesterday morning.

US: Indian arrested for stealing Rs. 5.68cr from 400 people

An Indian has been arrested in the US for stealing at least $800,000 (Rs. 5.68 crores) from over 400 victims, mostly of Indian descent, through a provisional "credit" scheme.

Smriti slams RaGa on Parrikar meet, says he is hallucinating

In a stinging Facebook post, Union Textile Minister Smriti Irani tore into Congress President Rahul Gandhi on the claims he made after his recent meeting with Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar.

#ComicBytes: Five weird facts about Wonder Woman's body

Wonder Woman is one of DC's most iconic characters and a founding member of the Justice League.

Google+ losing key features next week, shuttering on April 2

After back-to-back data leaks, Google's failed social media platform, Google+, is on the verge of being buried.

Chinese engineer allegedly stole secrets from Apple's self-driving car project

A new case of corporate espionage has surfaced in the US, and the FBI has accused a Chinese national of stealing trade secrets from Apple.

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This 9-year-old is world's youngest cage fighter

Child prodigies never fail to surprise us.

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WWE: The five biggest controversies of John Cena

John Cena can be considered the most child-friendly superstar in WWE, and to keep up this image, he has never played heel after becoming a star.

Key learnings from NZ's win in fourth ODI against India

New Zealand thrashed India in the fourth ODI of the five-match series to pull one back.

Hindu Mahasabha leaders detained for shooting Gandhi's effigy

Hindu Mahasabha's recreation of Mahatma Gandhi's assassination on Wednesday stirred a controversy after which two members of the right-wing outfit were detained by Aligarh police. The Uttar Pradesh police also booked nine other members.

Like Facebook, Google also paid to monitor private user data

Just like Facebook, Google also had a private app that bypassed Apple's App Store regulations and collected user data.

English Premier League match-day 24: All records broken

Match-day 24 in the EPL was one of those days when heroes fall from grace, and the minnow, who was never expected to win anything, does so.

Skipper Sarfraz Ahmed's future hangs in the balance: Here's why

Pakistan cricket team is yet to decide on which player will lead the side in the upcoming ICC World Cup 2019 to be held in England and Wales.

Minor girls burnt, fed human waste over affair with boys

In Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur, two minors girls, who are cousins, were tortured by their own family for dating two boys who studied in their school.

Parliament Budget Session 2019 begins: Details here

On Thursday, President Ram Nath Kovind addressed a joint sitting of both Houses of the Parliament, and kicked off the Budget Session.

US: Hindu temple vandalized in Kentucky, deity sprayed black paint

In a hate crime, a Hindu temple has been vandalized in the US state of Kentucky by miscreants who sprayed black paint on the deity and left a knife stabbed into a chair in the main hall.

US college scam: Hundreds of Indian students face deportation, jail

Hundreds of Indian students studying in the US could face deportation or even jail, after the arrest of eight men - all Indian or of Indian-origin - who had enrolled them in a fake university run by US undercover agents.

Assam: BJP leader thrashed by protesters of Citizenship (Amendment) Bill

Amid the tense situation in Assam over Citizenship (Amendment) Bill, a BJP leader was on Wednesday thrashed and manhandled by protesters in the Tinsukia district of the state.

Ekta Kapoor blessed with a baby boy through surrogacy

TV producer Ekta Kapoor has all the reasons to be on cloud nine as she is a proud mother of a baby boy now.

New Zealand beat India in fourth ODI: Here're records broken

New Zealand fast bowler Trent Boult (10-4-21-5) produced a sensational show as the hosts thrashed India in the fourth ODI of the five-match series.

SBI data leaked: Millions of customers' information exposed from server

The largest financial institution of our country, State Bank of India, has leaked data of millions of its customers.

#CareerBytes: Basic tips to remember before appearing for campus interviews

For college students, campus interviews are a great opportunity to connect with employers and secure a job even before they graduate.

#IPL2019: Five veterans who might not find place in playing-XI

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2019 is all set to start from March 23 onwards.

New Apple iPhone XI prototype reveals design, specifications

In a bid to match up to competitors like Samsung and Huawei, we know Apple is working to offer its first-ever triple camera setup on the most-premium model of the iPhone XI trio.

Watch out! Siri Shortcuts on iOS can steal confidential data

With the launch of iOS 12 last year, Apple introduced Siri Shortcuts as a cool new way to automate complex tasks.

Dwayne Johnson has not ruled out running for America's presidency

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson has come a long way from being a WWE star to making his name in Hollywood movies like Baywatch.