08 May 2019

IPL 2019: DC beat SRH, here are the records broken

Delhi Capitals overcame Sunrisers Hyderabad in match number 58 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2019.

World Cup: Australia announce Jhye Richardson's replacement- Details here

Australia have suffered a setback in their ICC World Cup 2019 title defense as young pacer Jhye Richardson has been ruled out following a shoulder injury.

#ComicBytes: These characters can easily crush Superman

Superman is one of the strongest characters ever created, but he has a well-known weakness, Kryptonite. The green rock has been the reason behind his defeat on multiple occasions.

Five men, head of missionary school convicted in Khunti gang-rape

Yesterday, six accused, including the head of a missionary school, were convicted by a local court in Jharkhand for their connection in the gang-rape of five tribal women activists last year.

Second-string Kiwis beat Australia in the tour match

Australia XI were beaten by New Zealand XI in an unofficial one-day match between the two in Brisbane

Triumph Scrambler 1200 India to be launched on May 23

Triumph Motorcycles is all set to launch the Scrambler 1200 touring bike in India.

#CareerBytes: 7 tricky questions asked in UPSC CSE IAS interviews

The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE), which is one of the most challenging exams, is conducted in three stages.

World Cup 2019: Can Afghanistan qualify for semi-finals? We decode

The ICC World Cup 2019 is less than a month away and teams have started intense preparations for the mega event.

Nearly 170 JeM members were killed in India's #BalakotAirstrikes: Report

As many as 130-170 members of the Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammed terror outfit were killed in Balakot airstrikes carried out by Indian on 26 February, reveals a new report.

Kedar Jadhav's World Cup chances are still alive: Here's how

Indian fans were in shock when all-rounder Kedar Jadhav was ruled out of the ongoing IPL following a shoulder injury.

Afghanistan: Boy celebrating his prosthetic limb will melt your heart

Every day, thousands of videos from around the world catch global attention for different reasons.

US 'sex slave' guru goes on trial: Details here

The trial of Keith Raniere, the leader of a suspected sex cult NXIVM (pronounced Nexium), began in New York on Tuesday.

Swiss ace Roger Federer scripts a successful clay-court return

20-time Grand Slam Champion Roger Federer scripted a satisfactory return to action on the clay court.

Alwar: Woman gang-raped for 3 hours in front of husband

When a woman in Rajasthan's Alwar went shopping with her husband on April 26, she didn't know the day would take such a traumatizing turn.

Nokia 6.1 Plus, 5.1 Plus available at discounted prices

HMD Global's premium-looking Nokia 6.1 Plus and Nokia 5.1 Plus budget phones have become all the more attractive.

Lionel Messi's night at Anfield gets worse: Here's how

Lionel Messi endured a troubled night at Anfield, following Barcelona's semi-final defeat to Liverpool on Tuesday.

Are Katrina, Vicky Kaushal really dating? Neha Dhupia spills beans

Ever since Katrina Kaif said on Koffee with Karan that she wants to work with Uri actor Vicky Kaushal as she feels that they would look good together on-screen, rumor mills have been busy hinting about a possible romance between them.

#CareerBytes: 4 alternate career options if you didn't clear CA

Chartered Accountancy is one of the most in-demand career options in India.

Congress says EC biased toward Modi-Shah, SC refuses to interfere

The Congress had complained to Supreme Court alleging that Election Commission has been giving a free pass to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP President Amit Shah, hoping that the court might take some action.

Noida shocker: 16-year-old confined and raped for 51 days

In what serves as a reminder that humanity is slipping into darkness, a teen was raped for 51 days by three youths in Noida.

Things you might have missed in the new 'Spider-Man' trailer

The 23rd film in the MCU and the final part of MCU Phase 3, Spider-Man: Far From Home is slated to release soon.

Paytm Mall sale: Deals on Galaxy S10+, S10e, Note 9

Paytm Mall is hosting its Super Samsung Sale with attractive deals available on popular Samsung smartphones.

'GoT' theory: Sansa's claim to the throne seems quite legit

Game of Thrones has a knack for surprising its viewers with unexpected twists. This unpredictability is a large part of what makes the show such a cultural phenomenon.

Why is 'The Big Bang Theory' ending: Reason revealed

After 12 seasons, CBS network's hit sitcom The Big Bang Theory is coming to an end. The series, created by Chuck Lorre and Bill Prady, began way back in 2007. The show has, somehow, managed to pull off being the longest-running multi-camera sitcom without losing viewership.

WWE

Busted: Five popular myths about WWE

WWE is one of the most popular promotions in the history of pro-wrestling, thanks to the brilliant brains of the McMahons.

Chhattisgarh: 10 former Maoists become woman commandos

Faced with an everlasting battle with Maoists, Chhattisgarh police and paramilitary forces have for the first time inducted 30 woman commandos into their fold.

IRCTC Waitlisted tickets: Rules which you should know

The Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) offers the service of online booking of tickets, which opens 120 days prior to the actual date of journey.

Champions League, Ajax vs Tottenham: Preview, Dream11 and more

Tottenham Hotspur will be aiming to put their worrying form away, when they face a resurgent Ajax in the UEFA Champions League 2018-19 semi-final second leg.

OnePlus 7 v/s Google Pixel 3a: Which one to buy?

Google has launched its first-ever mid-range smartphones, the Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL in India. These devices feature mid-end internals while bringing flagship camera features at relatively lower costs.

#CareerBytes: Useful last-minute preparation tips for AIIMS MBBS Entrance Exam

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) is the dream destination for almost all medical aspirants in the country.

Ranbir-Alia vacationing in Switzerland. Possible wedding-venue hunt?

Bollywood's IT couple, Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor, have taken a break from their busy schedules, and are currently holidaying in Switzerland.

Liverpool vs Barcelona: Key takeaways from the Champions League encounter

Liverpool outclassed Barcelona 4-0 at Anfield to make it to UEFA Champions League 2018-19 final.

Rahul tenders unconditional apology to SC for 'Chowkidar Chor' remark

Congress President Rahul Gandhi, who was given a third chance to rectify his 'Chowkidar Chor Hai' remark, finally apologized in the Supreme Court on Wednesday.

All you need to know about Google Android Q

Android Q, Google's new mobile OS, will arrive as a significant update over the existing Android 9 Pie version.

Lahore: Bomb blast at Sufi shrine kills 8, injures 25

A powerful explosion outside a revered Sufi shrine in Lahore, Pakistan, took lives of eight people, including five police officers on Wednesday morning. At least 25 were injured.

Shooting at school shakes Colorado; 1 student dead, 7 injured

In a distressing turn of events, two people opened fire at a school in Colorado, United States, on Tuesday afternoon (local time), injuring seven and killing one.

Google experiments with mid-range smartphones, launches Pixel 3a series

Google has launched its first-ever mid-range smartphones in India.

Boy who died during #Class10Exams scores high in 3 papers

Wheelchair-bound Vinayak Sreedhar, a Class-10 student from Noida who idolized British physicist-cosmologist Stephen Hawking, wanted to top the CBSE board exams.

Inspiring stories of 5 UPSC rank-holders who beat all odds

The Civil Services Examination (CSE) conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) every year is one of the most popular and challenging competitive exams.

How does Rishabh Pant react to criticism? Know it here!

Last month, the national selectors ignored Delhi Capitals and Indian wicket-keeper batsman Rishabh Pant for the World Cup 2019.

Democracy's festival? Less than 1% voters got inked in Pulwama

While 51 constituencies cast their votes on Monday, during the fifth phase of polls, fear of terrorists ensured voters didn't turn up at polling booths in Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir.

#HealthBytes: Top 6 summer foods to help you lose weight

The summer is here! It's an amazing time of the year to have nice, seasonal fruits, juices, and smoothies.

This Gaya paan seller's son scored 99.56 percentile in JEE-Main

The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) is the most difficult engineering entrance exam in the country. JEE comprises Main and Advanced exams.

07 May 2019

Australia's summer schedule for 2019-20 announced: Details here

This term, Australia are set to have one of the most gruesome home seasons.

IPL 2019: MI beat CSK, here are the records broken

Mumbai Indians overcame Chennai Super Kings in Qualifier 1 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2019.

#ComicBytes: Supercop or Android? Why not both; know Inspector Steel

An honest policeman (Inspector Amar) who got fatally injured trying to solve a crime was given a new life as an artificially built human with mechanical abilities.

Andy Murray given Queen's wildcard ahead of Wimbledon

In an interesting development, former British number one tennis star Andy Murray has been offered a wildcard to play at Queen's Club next month ahead of the 2019 edition of Wimbledon.

Is Paul Pogba inching closer to a Real Madrid move?

Manchester United striker Paul Pogba has been in the news for wrong reasons, owing to his unimpressive performance this term.

#NewsBytesExclusive: Meet Gaurangi Chawla, the CBSE Class 12 second topper

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) declared the Class-12 exam results on May 2.

Explained: The glaring issues in CJI Sexual Harassment Case

One ultra-powerful man and his coterie of equally powerful men and women. One complainant with hearing disability and no lawyer by her side.

ICC World Cup 2019: Chris Gayle named vice-captain of Windies

Opener Chris Gayle was named the vice-captain of the Windies squad for the ICC World Cup 2019 in England.

Android One-based Nokia 4.2 launched in India at Rs. 10,999

As the latest addition to its portfolio of Nokia-branded phones, HMD Global has launched the Nokia 4.2 in India.

Here's how you can check your Aadhaar authentication history

With so many government welfare schemes linked with Aadhaar, it is one of the most important documents you will ever hold. Also, a vital proof of identity, it can come handy anywhere and anytime.

Five rape woman in front of husband, video goes viral

In a horrifying incident, a woman, who was travelling with her husband, was allegedly raped by five men in the Alwar district of Rajasthan on April 26.

How Trump's incessant whining led us to a delicious bread

Say what you want about United States President Donald Trump. At least we know he's the one managing his own social media. Nobody would pay anyone to spill that amount of nonsense out into the world.

#HealthBytes: 6 simple tips to stay healthy this summers

The summer has arrived! Among other problems, the dry and warm season is a virtual invitation to a number of health issues, like sunburn, dehydration, heat stroke, eye damage, diarrhea, flu, and other infections.

CSK v/s MI: IIT-Madras exam paper asks who will win?

The IPL fever has gripped the nation this time as well.

Samsung further delays Galaxy Fold's release, pre-orders to be refunded

Days after delaying the release of Galaxy Fold, Samsung has now started accepting cancellation of pre-orders for its foldable phone.

2-year-old finds condom in restaurant, McDonald's apologizes for the gaffe

A two-year-old girl recently discovered a condom and tried putting it in her mouth while she was at a McDonald's restaurant.

It's Kangana v/s Hrithik again, but at the box office

Kangana Ranaut and Hrithik Roshan, who don't see eye-to-eye anymore, will soon find themselves facing each other.

Myanmar: Jailed Reuters journalists walk free after 500 days

Two Reuters journalists, convicted in Myanmar under Official Secrets Act, were released on Tuesday after spending 500 days in prison.

IPL umpire Nigel Llong stirs a controversy? Details here

The ICC Elite Panel umpire Nigel Llong has embroiled himself in a controversy.

Hours before launch, Google Pixel 3a's full specifications leaked

In some hours from now, Google will launch its first-ever mid-range smartphones at its I/O 2019 event.

Mumbai: 21-year-old cleans Dadar beach, gets felicitated by the UN

A 21-year-old Mumbaikar, Malhar Kalambe, along with his friends initiated a drive to clean-up the beach in Dadar, in 2017.

#GamingBytes: Want to play 'PUBG' as 'Baahubali'? Now you can!

Apart from the guns and the exhilarating feeling players get by winning the famed 'Chicken Dinner', there is one more thing that defines PUBG: its unique outfits.

DC vs SRH: Match preview, head-to-head records and pitch report

Delhi Capitals take on Sunrisers Hyderabad in match number 58 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2019.

#CareerBytes: Preparing for Chartered Accountancy (CA)? Avoid these mistakes

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

DC vs SRH: How to pick the winning Dream11?

Delhi Capitals face Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2019 Eliminator at Vizag on Wednesday.

'Sacred Games' Season 2 teaser released. Here's what we know

It has been almost a year since Netflix dropped its Indian thriller series Sacred Games, directed by Vikramaditya Motwane and Anurag Kashyap, and we've all been waiting for the second season to come out ever since.

ICSE, ISC results declared. Here's how you can check scores

A day after CBSE declared Class 10 results, Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations or CISCE announced results for Class 12 and Class 10.

CJI sexual harassment: Judge reminds CJI he isn't above law

In the last couple of weeks, three distasteful events have happened in Supreme Court: A former employee accused CJI Ranjan Gogoi of sexual harassment, CJI rubbished the claims, and the panel formed to probe the allegations gave him a clean chit.

Final word: This is how OnePlus 7 will look like

In contrast to our previous understanding that OnePlus 7 will look like OnePlus 7 Pro, official press renders of the standard model have leaked online, confirming a OnePlus 6T-like design.

HBO

#GamingBytes: This 'GoT' video game doesn't require a gaming PC

Here's good news for Game of Thrones fans. If you want to play as your favorite character in a faithful adaptation of the show, you can check out the now-released game, Game of Thrones: Winter is Coming.

HBO

Did you spot Starbucks on 'Game of Thrones'? HBO explains

The last episode of Game of Thrones 'The Last of The Starks' was terrible for several reasons, but eagle-eyed fans spotted an error that left them amused.

What will Google call its new Android 10 Q software?

We know each version of Android is named after something sweet. Hence, as Google is ready to showcase Android Q at its annual I/O event, the internet is abuzz with the name of the upcoming mobile software.

SC rejects Opposition's plea, refuses to increase VVPAT-EVM verification

In a major blow to Opposition parties, the Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to increase VVPAT verification of EVMs to 50%.

Champions League, Liverpool vs Barcelona: Preview, Dream11 and more

Liverpool face Barcelona test in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League 2018-19 semi-final battle at Anfield.

Priyanka, Deepika's looks at Met Gala are bold, yet unimpressive

Bajirao Mastani actors Deepika Padukone and Priyanka Chopra attended the Met Gala yesterday held in New York. While Priyanka went for a bold look this year as well, Deepika notched it up compared to her last two appearances.

WWE

Explained: WWE's new Wild Card Rule

One of the most interesting segments of WWE post WrestleMania is the Superstar Shakeup, where superstars are allowed to switch brands between Raw and SmackDown.

Section-144 imposed outside SC after protests against clean-chit to CJI

In what serves as a reminder of an Orwellian era, peaceful protesters were forcefully taken into police vans from Supreme Court premises on Tuesday. They were raising voice against the clean chit given to CJI Ranjan Gogoi in the sexual harassment case.

'Dejected and terrified', says complainant after CJI gets clean chit

The former Supreme Court employee who leveled sexual harassment allegations against CJI Ranjan Gogoi said she was terrified and felt dejected after he was cleared of all the charges by the top court on Monday.

"If all goes well". Mayawati drops hints about PM contest

Giving a more than obvious statement that she is a contender for Prime Minister post, Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati on Sunday said she will contest elections from Ambedkar Nagar "if all goes well".

Ahead of May 20 launch, Suzuki Gixxer 250's details leaked

According to a recent official teaser by the company, Suzuki India is all set to launch Gixxer 250 in India on May 20.

#CareerBytes: Popular Telegram Groups, Channels for UPSC CSE preparation

The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) is one of the toughest exams, and it is essential for aspirants to get the right study material and be well-prepared to crack the IAS exam.

Want to schedule email on Gmail? Here's a step-by-step guide

Just recently, Gmail, the popular emailing service from Google, received a handy new feature -scheduling.

Negative-calorie foods: Fact or fiction?

Calories are basically the measuring unit of energy, stored in our foods or in the tissues of our body.

Top 5 smartphones with triple cameras available in India

In today's smartphone wars, camera is the only battlefield left.

World Cup: Reasons why Sri Lanka won't qualify for semi-final

The ICC World Cup 2019 is less than a month away.