17 Jun 2019

Bangladesh beat Windies: Here are the records broken

Bangladesh pulled off a terrific chase as they triumphed two-time champions Windies by seven wickets in the match number 23 of the ICC World Cup 2019 at the Cooper Associates County Ground in Taunton on Monday.

KTM RC 125 bookings now open in India: Details here

KTM India has officially teased its much-awaited sports bike KTM RC 125 in India.

Nubia Red Magic 3 gaming phone launched at Rs. 35,999

As the successor to its Red Magic 2 gaming smartphone, ZTE-owned Nubia has launched the Red Magic 3 in India today.

Afghanistan vs England: Match preview, pitch report and TV listing

The ICC World Cup 2019 is up and running as the match number 24 is set to see Afghanistan and England going head-to-head at the Old Trafford in Manchester on Tuesday.

Schools shut in Bihar as death-toll crosses 100 amid heatwave

As Bihar continues to reel under rising mercury, all government and government-aided schools in the state have been ordered to remain shut till June 22.

Xiaomi teases Redmi K20 Pro as the "world's fastest smartphone"

Xiaomi is working to release its all new Redmi K20 series of smartphones in India by mid-July.

BEST to charge Rs. 5 for journey till 5 km

In a recent meeting with BrihanMumbai Electricity Supply and Transport (BEST), Mumbai's civic administration, BMC, has suggested reducing the minimum fare to Rs. 5 for upto 5 km.

Shahid says his fights with wife Mira "last 15 days"

Shahid Kapoor and his wife Mira Rajput, one of the adorable couples in Bollywood, never leave a chance to grab headlines.

Nokia 4.2, Nokia 3.2 prices cut in India: Details here

HMD Global has slashed the prices of its budget-range smartphones Nokia 4.2 and Nokia 3.2 in India.

Nadda appointed as BJP Working President, Shah to remain chief

Former Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Monday has been elected as the National Working President of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

#NewsBytesExclusive: Dad Yograj on Yuvraj's cricketing career, retirement and more

Fans experienced a cocktail of emotions when India's swashbuckling batsman Yuvraj Singh announced his retirement from all forms of cricket last week.

Aamir Khan buys property for Rs. 35 crore: Details here

Superstar Aamir Khan seems to be expanding his business.

#HealthBytes: Five ways in which sex improves your health

A healthy and satisfying sex life is crucial for a couple's overall physical, mental and emotional well-being.

HCL launches 'Tech Bee' program to hire Class-XII students

India's homegrown IT giant HCL Technologies recently announced that it would soon launch an early career program under which, it would train and hire Class-XII (intermediate) students.

Best gaming smartphones available in India

Over the past couple of years, the mobile gaming market has grown manifolds, with millions active on titles like PUBG and Fortnite.

'Super 30' team had to change script 13 times

Hrithik Roshan's Super 30 has been in the pipeline for a long time.

Five IAS officers who are anti-corruption crusaders in the country

The Indian Administrative Service (IAS) is the most prestigious and sought-after Civil Service of the country.

Doctors meet Mamata Banerjee, call off strike after seven days

Doctors in West Bengal, who had been protesting against violence since last week, called off their strike on Monday after meeting Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.

Google accused of stealing from lyrics site: Details here

These days, looking up lyrics has become as easy as a Google search.

Smriti gets longest applause while taking oath in Lok Sabha

2019 Lok Sabha elections marked the death of dynasty politics and showed that voters are done pleading allegiance to a certain family.

Vivo Z1 Pro, with Snapdragon 712 chipset, to launch soon

In a bid to take on the likes of Samsung Galaxy M40, Redmi Note 7 Pro, and Realme 3 Pro in the mid-range segment, Vivo is working to launch a new Z series smartphone in India.

Here're records scripted by Rohit Sharma in this World Cup

India's swashbuckling opener Rohit Sharma came up with a prolific performance as he scored 140 against Pakistan in the ICC World Cup 2019 on Sunday.

Anushka Sharma to star in a cop-drama next? Details here

Bollywood beauty Anushka Sharma is known not only for her chic looks, but also her choice of intelligent scripts and versatile onscreen roles.

10 healthy, low-calorie snacks for weight loss

Eating right is vital for your health.

Delhi Police thrashes tempo driver, minor son; 3 cops suspended

A violent clash broke out between Delhi Police officers and Gramin Seva driver in Mukherjee Nagar area on Sunday.

What to expect from first session of 17th Lok Sabha

Riding on a historic mandate (BJP won 303 seats in elections), Prime Minister Narendra Modi entered Parliament on Monday for the first session of 17th Lok Sabha.

After Samsung, Huawei postpones release of its foldable phone

Huawei has postponed the release of its Mate X foldable phone from June to September as it is doing additional tests to make sure the premium device is ready for consumers.

#CareerBytes: How UPSC IAS aspirants should utilize crucial June-October months

The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) is one of the toughest exams. The three-stage CSE comprises Preliminary examination, Main examination, and Personality Test/Interview.

JEE 2019: Check registration and IIT seat allotment schedule here

The candidates who have cleared the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced 2019 exam need to register at the official website of Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) for counselling and seat allocation.

Hyderabad: Bar dancer stripped for refusing sexual favors

In yet another distressing incident which shows women are treated as objects of pleasure, a bar dancer in Hyderabad was allegedly stripped and thrashed for refusing sexual favors to customers.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar could miss two World Cup matches: Details here

As India triumphed arch-rivals Pakistan in their ICC World Cup 2019 clash on Sunday, there was a notable concern when star seamer Bhuvneshwar Kumar walked off the field.

Kangana Ranaut hates social media, finds it 'evil,' 'disgusting'

Social media is all about tapping into the personal lives of celebrities, where everything revolves around their daily gossips, feuds, and criticisms.

Instagram is working on new ways to recover hacked accounts

Instagram is working on a new set of changes to safeguard user accounts from being hacked and to offer an easier way to recover those that have been compromised.

You can lose weight simply by standing: Study

What if you could lose weight simply by standing?

WWE

WWE: Do you remember these weird gimmicks?

WWE is a form of sports entertainment, rather than representing the sport of wrestling.

Tata Sky's Room TV service: A better-version of Multi-TV scheme

Tata Sky has replaced its Multi-TV scheme with a new Room TV service which promises to be a better and cheaper option for subscribers with multiple DTH connections.

Delhi woman throws acid on boyfriend for refusing to marry

In an unprecedented incident, a Delhi woman attacked her boyfriend with acid after he refused to marry her and ended their relationship, the police said.

#TechBytes: Six useful features your iPhone will get this year

Your iPhone is set to receive a big software upgrade, dubbed iOS 13, by the end of this year.

Doctors go on nationwide strike: Everything you need to know

In a move which is sure to hit medical services, doctors all over the county went on strike on Monday. This strike was called by the Indian Medical Association (IMA) to show solidarity with protesting doctors in West Bengal.

#CareerBytes: Mistakes to avoid for cracking Chartered Accountancy in first-attempt

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

Bangladesh vs Windies: Match preview, pitch report and TV listing

The match number 23 of the ICC World Cup 2019 would see Bangladesh taking on Windies at The Cooper Associates County Ground in Taunton on Monday.

Using WhatsApp for desktop? Try these 5 messaging tricks

WhatsApp, the world's most-used messaging app, offers an excellent platform to chat and stay connected.

India beat Pakistan: Here are the key takeaways

Two-time champions India came up with a splendid performance as they tamed arch-rivals Pakistan in match number 22 of the ICC World Cup 2019 at Old Trafford in Manchester on Sunday.

Five candidates who beat all odds to become Chartered Accountants

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

This startup by IITians helps students crack competitive exams

To be able to promote education across India, we must first acknowledge that most educational institutions here do not make themselves accessible to all people.

16 Jun 2019

India thrash arch-rivals Pakistan: Here are the records broken

India thrashed Pakistan in match number 22 of the ICC World Cup 2019 at Old Trafford in Manchester on Sunday.

#ComicBytes: Know Mysterio, Spider-Man Far From Home's probable antagonist

Mysterio is one of the earliest Spider-Man villains and a founding member of the Sinister Six.

Buttler ready for England's captaincy in Morgan's absence

England have given a solid account of themselves so far in the ongoing ICC World Cup 2019.

Uruguay vs Ecuador: Match preview, head-to-head and predicted line-ups

Record champions Uruguay get set for their biggest international tournament of the year, as they take on Ecuador in the fifth match of the Copa America 2019 at the Estádio Mineirão in Belo Horizonte.

Bihar #EncephalitisDeaths: Child dies during Health Minister Harsh Vardhan's visit

A five-year-old girl died of suspected encephalitis fever during Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan's visit to Bihar's Sri Krishna Medical College Hospital.

#GamingBytes: Why Battle Royale players should choose PUBG over CoD?

Every Battle Royale title has its own distinct vibe and features.

2019 World Cup: India set 337-run target for Pakistan

Team India set a target of 337 for Pakistan in match number 22 of the ICC World Cup 2019 at Old Trafford in Manchester.

India-Myanmar joint operation hits NE insurgent camps along border

In a joint operation conducted over three weeks, the armies of India and Myanmar destroyed several insurgent camps set up by Northeast-based terrorist groups inside Myanmar, defense sources said on Sunday.

Soon, Apple Watch could help you track diabetes: Here's how

Over the years, the Apple Watch has evolved into an ideal, health-focused smartwatch.

India vs Pakistan: Here is how Twitter reacted

Two-time champions India are up against arch-rivals Pakistan in match number 22 of the ICC World Cup 2019 at Old Trafford in Manchester on Sunday.

WB: Doctors on strike agree to meet CM Mamata Banerjee

Junior doctors of NRS Medical College agitating in Kolkata have on Sunday reportedly agreed to meet West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee even as their strike entered the sixth day.

India vs Pakistan: Vijay Shankar claims wicket of first delivery

The biggest match of the ICC World Cup 2019 between arch-rivals India and Pakistan is off to an interesting start, with Pakistan winning the toss and inviting India to bat first.

Farhan on teaming up with Priyanka again: We're still friends

Farhan Akhtar and Priyanka Chopra shared a lovely onscreen chemistry in their last film together, Dil Dhadakne Do (2015).

Amazon shutters its Insta-like 'Spark' social network: Details here

In a major move, Amazon has shuttered Spark, its Instagram-like social shopping network.

#ComicBytes: Alternate (and darker) versions of Superman fans should know

Being one of the most popular heroes, Superman's grace and powers are unparalleled.

Baby thinks her name is 'Alexa', thanks to Amazon Echo

Smart assistants, like Amazon Alexa, have become a part of our daily lives.

West Indies vs Bangladesh: Statistical preview, pitch report and timing

West Indies and Bangladesh face each other in match number 23 of the ICC World Cup 2019.

Ahead of Budget Session, PM Modi holds first all-party meeting

Ahead of the first session of the newly-elected Lok Sabha, PM Narendra Modi held the first all-party meeting at the Parliament after reclaiming power at the Center.

#HealthBytes: Five drinks to keep you hydrated this summer

The vitality of hydration is largely known, and need not be reiterated.

Uttar Pradesh: Father stabs daughter for refusing to quit studies

As if female education wasn't already a challenge, in Uttar Pradesh's Shahjahanpur, a 15-year-old girl has accused her father and brother of trying to kill her as she wanted to continue her studies against their wishes.

What India-Pakistan clash in Manchester means for local Indians, Pakistanis

Arch-rivals India and Pakistan are set to face off each other in the 2019 Cricket World Cup at the Old Trafford in Manchester, England on Sunday.

Kangana Ranaut says Hrithik's sister Sunaina is still her friend

The infamous Hrithik-Kangana stand-off is well known.

India vs Pakistan: Records that can be scripted

India and Pakistan are embroiled in a cracking battle at Old Trafford in Manchester in the ongoing ICC World Cup 2019.

WWE

Legends who have never wrestled Undertaker at WrestleMania

The Undertaker has made a name for himself, especially at WrestleMania for a historic winning streak of 24-2.

Kerala: Woman police officer hacked, burnt alive by colleague

In a tragic incident, a woman civil police officer was hacked and later set on fire by her colleague in broad daylight in the Alappuzha district of Kerala.

India vs Pakistan: How to pick the winning Dream11?

India and Pakistan gear up for the mother of all battles in match number 22 of the ICC World Cup 2019.

BMW teases next-gen Vision performance car concept: Details here

BMW has released a set of photographs teasing a new concept car - Vision M NEXT.

J&K: All terrorism cases to be monitored by multi-agency group

A multi-body terror monitoring agency is now set to widen its ambit for also monitoring the progress of all terror-related cases in Jammu & Kashmir.

Father's Day 2019: 5 best tech gifts for your dad

Father's Day is here, and there is a good chance that you have already started the search for some cool presents to show your love and affection to your dad.

WB: Doctors not resuming work, to continue strike for sixth-day

Doctors protesting in West Bengal are likely to continue their strike for the sixth day after junior doctors asserted they wouldn't resume work in a late-night meeting Saturday.

JEE

#NewsBytesExclusive: An interview with JEE-Advanced 2019 AIR-3 holder Archit Bubna

The results of the 2019 Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced, conducted this year by IIT Roorkee, were declared on June 14.

Here's what Ganguly and Tendulkar said about India-Pakistan match

The stage is all set for the biggest blockbuster of the ICC World Cup 2019, as arch-rivals India and Pakistan go head-to-head on Sunday.

This IIT-Delhi start-up offers pollution fix for just Rs. 10

With 22 of the world's 30 most polluted cities in India, it is one of the most polluted countries. The national capital itself is so polluted, that breathing in Delhi is just the same as smoking 15-20 cigarettes a day.

India vs Pakistan: Match preview, pitch report and TV listing

Two-time champions India are all set to take on arch-rivals Pakistan in the match number 22 of the World Cup 2019 at Old Trafford in Manchester on Sunday.

Inspiring stories of 5 differently-abled people who cracked UPSC CSE

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

#HealthBytes: Six natural hair care tips to grow hair faster

Want long, shiny, and strong hair? Everyone does.