19 Jun 2019

World Cup 2019: Why India should pick Shankar over Pant?

Rishabh Pant has replaced the injured Shikhar Dhawan in the Indian cricket squad for the ongoing ICC World Cup 2019.

'Bigg Boss' ex-contestant Jasleen files FIR against co-contestant Deepak Thakur

Apparently, what happens in the Bigg Boss house doesn't merely stay inside.

After Tata Sky, Dish TV reduces price of set-top box

In a bid to expand its presence, Dish TV has slashed the prices of its HD set-top box (STB) in India.

#GamingBytes: This Indian PUBG Mobile team wins Rs. 42 lakh

If someone asks why you keep on playing PUBG all day, here's an answer you could give them- "I'm training to earn millions like Team Soul."

ASUS 5Z prices reduced, now available at Rs. 21,999

ASUS has slashed the prices of ASUS 5Z (earlier known as ASUS ZenFone 5Z) by upto Rs. 4,000 in India.

Yuvraj Singh seeks BCCI's permission to play overseas T20 leagues

Former Indian batsman Yuvraj Singh on Tuesday reportedly asked the BCCI for its permission to play in the overseas T20 leagues.

Five players who have taken 2019 World Cup by storm

We have reached the half-way stage in the ongoing ICC World Cup 2019.

Happy birthday RaGa: Seven gifts that Congress President (desperately) needs

Despite being the great-grandson of the longest-serving Prime Minister of India, the grandson of India's first woman PM, and son of the country's youngest state head, Rahul Gandhi isn't having the best of times.

#HealthBytes: Five ways to deal with sexual incompatibility

Firstly, it is important to understand that sexual incompatibility is okay, even in long-term relationships and marriages.

Mumbai University releases first cut-off list: Details here

Colleges affiliated to the Mumbai University recently released their first cut-off lists for the undergraduate courses.

Now, play Google Pay 'cricket' to win Rs. 3,300

Google's UPI-based payments platform Google Pay has introduced a new promotion game in India.

Several DU colleges increase annual fee for UG courses

According to media reports, several colleges affiliated to the Delhi University (DU) have revised their fee structure for the undergraduate courses.

How IIT Gandhinagar became India's first 'Eat Right Campus'

To encourage high standards of food quality, hygiene, and safety in educational institutions, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) last year launched "Eat Right" awards.

Report claims Saudi Prince knew about journalist Jamal Khashoggi's murder

The brutal murder of Jamal Khashoggi, a dissident journalist of Saudi Arabia, in October last year, garnered global attention.

Shikhar Dhawan ruled out of ICC World Cup 2019

Injured Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan has been ruled out of the ICC World Cup 2019.

#ComicBytes: Five Avengers stories that fans should definitely read

We all love the Avengers movies, partly because of the casting but mostly because of the stories they tell.

Hrithik is harassing his sister Sunaina, claims Kangana's sister Rangoli

Actress Kangana Ranaut's sister-cum-manager, Rangoli Chandel has been continuously taking jibes at Hrithik Roshan and his family since long.

2019 Mahindra Mojo UT300 spotted at dealership, launch expected soon

Mahindra Two Wheelers Ltd. is working to launch the 2019 Mojo UT300 in India.

Explained: What is Narendra Modi's 'One Nation, One Election' idea?

In a gigantic country like ours, all elections become a big deal whether it is the panchayat, municipal or Lok Sabha polls. This also means that elections happen pretty frequently, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi wants to change that.

Bengaluru techie jailed after one-night stand with Tinder date

Online dating culture is a tricky mess. While you may come across fake profiles and sex offenders galore, minding the fine line between serious and casual is usually the hardest.

Now, an AI robot can do dishes for you

Doing dishes at home may be annoying but we all can take out time for scrubbing a few plates, cups, and bowls.

Mali women bowled out for lowest T20I total: Details here

An unwanted record was scripted by the Mali women when they were bowled out for mere six by Rwanda women during the Kwibuka Women's T20 tournament in Kigali City.

Australia vs Bangladesh: Statistical preview, pitch report and head-to-head

In-form Australia take on a resurgent Bangladeshi outfit in match number 26 of the ICC World Cup 2019 on Thursday.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 to launch on August 7: Report

Samsung is gearing up to launch the next iteration of its phablet-sized flagship, the Galaxy Note 10.

#CareerBytes: Telegram Channels for Chartered Accountancy (CA) exam preparation

Chartered Accountancy (CA) is one of the most sought-after and toughest professional courses. The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) provides the three-level CA program.

Shiv Sena wants action against 'illegal' lingerie mannequins. But why?

Turning a blind eye to several problems crippling Mumbai, Shiv Sena has directed its attention towards a peculiar issue- "illegal" mannequins which display women's lingerie.

Hostels shut, offices struggling: Water crisis cripples life in Chennai

In the wake of delayed monsoons and grueling heat, a severe water crisis has plagued Chennai. All four reservoirs that supply the city with water- including the Chembarambakkam lake, Chennai's largest source of drinking water- have turned dry.

Amala Paul's nude avatar in 'Aadai' teaser shocks all

South Indian actress Amala Paul's nude avatar in the latest teaser of upcoming Tamil drama thriller Aadai has completely surprised her fans.

Huawei Nova 5 Pro spotted on AnTuTu, key specifications revealed

Chinese tech giant Huawei is all set to launch Nova 5 series of smartphones on June 21 in its home country. The line-up comprises Nova 5 Pro, Nova 5, and Nova 5i.

Sarfaraz Ahmed became a captain by accident: Aaqib Javed

Pakistan cricket team captain Sarfaraz Ahmed is continuing to face the flak from every corner after his team's shabby performance in the ongoing ICC World Cup 2019.

CBSE releases admit cards for compartment exams: Details here

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the admit cards for the compartment examinations for Classes 10 and 12.

Once 6th richest man, Anil Ambani isn't a billionaire now

Anil Ambani, the chairman of Reliance Communications, may have fallen out of the billionaire club.

ASUS 6Z India launch today: Here's everything to know

ASUS ZenFone 6, which has been rebranded as ASUS 6Z in India, is set to go official today.

#HealthBytes: 8 diet tips to cut belly fat

The most stubborn of all fats is the fat that accumulates on your tummy.

Priyanka Chopra's latest casual look is worth Rs. 1.92 lakh

International diva Priyanka Chopra is known for her ultimate fashion sense and reigning presence in Bollywood industry.

Who is Om Birla, the new speaker of Lok Sabha?

On Wednesday, BJP leader Om Birla was elected as the speaker of Lok Sabha. In the last tenure of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the coveted post of the speaker was held by Sumitra Mahajan.

Kolkata: Former Miss India Universe narrates how she was harassed

You can live in one of the poshest localities of a city, but that doesn't guarantee your safety. And if you think the police will help you, you could be mistaken.

India's first fully electric AI-based bike unveiled: Details here

Gurugram-based Revolt Intellicorp, the company founded by Micromax's co-founder Rahul Sharma, has unveiled India's first fully electric AI-based bike, Revolt RV400.

Update Firefox right now! Hackers can compromise your computer

If you haven't updated Firefox in a while, may be now is just the right time to do so.

How successful are the 'Avengers' stars in non-MCU films?

Marvel is such a huge brand that being in a single MCU movie can catapult anyone toward unprecedented stardom.

Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist, whose car was used for Pulwama attack, killed

In what qualifies as a big success for security forces, Jaish-e-Mohammed's Sajad Maqbool Bhat, whose car was used for the deadly Pulwama attack, was killed in a gunfight on Tuesday. Along with Bhat, his recruiter Tauseef Bhat was also killed.

#NewsBytesExclusive: JEE AIR-2 Himanshu Singh on preparation, challenges, and more!

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

Flipkart Sale: Top deals on smartphones under Rs. 20,000

Flipkart is back with another round of its popular Mobile Bonanza sale.

Rating the captains in the ICC World Cup 2019

The ICC World Cup 2019 has entered its middle stage and so far we have seen an action-packed tournament.

Did you know Parineeti was the first choice for 'Piku'

We often see stars juggling from one movie to another, and sometimes being replaced even when the groundwork of the movies is laid.

Xiaomi to soon launch selfie-centric Mi CC9 smartphones

Xiaomi is reportedly working to launch two new selfie-focused smartphones in China soon.

18 Jun 2019

England beat Afghanistan: Here are the records broken

High-flying England breezed past Afghanistan in match number 24 of the ongoing ICC World Cup 2019.

DU's first cut-off list expected by the end of June

The Delhi University (DU) is expected to release the first cut-off list for 2019-20 admissions by the end of this month.

World Cup: What will happen if final is washed out?

The ICC World Cup 2019 has reached its mid stage and things are about to get intense hereon.

School/college failures, dropouts who later became IAS and IPS officers

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

Venus was Solar System's 'first habitable planet'. Here's what happened

Planet Venus often gets branded as Earth's evil twin; how despite sharing similar sizes, density, and chemical makeup, Venus is a Hadean reflection of Earth.

Game of Thrones director reveals a shocking, bloodier alternate ending

The eighth season of Game of Thrones was universally panned for not being up to mark, so much so that a fan even started a (rather popular) campaign to remake the season!

J&K: Terrorists lob grenade at Pulwama police station; 3 critical

At least 10 people have been injured in a grenade attack by terrorists on a police station in Jammu & Kashmir's Pulwama.

Here's what legends said post India's win over Pakistan

India came up with a splendid performance to triumph arch-rivals Pakistan in the ICC World Cup 2019 on Sunday.

Facebook to launch Blockchain-based Libra cryptocurrency in 2020

In a bid to foray into the world of global payments, Facebook has confirmed its plans to launch a new cryptocurrency in 2020.

World Cup: All you need to know about Zing Bails

In this decade, international cricket has seen a lot of changes from hawk-eye to snickometer. Further, the acceptance of technology has made things easier for the umpires, helping it become clean.

#HealthBytes: Frequently asked questions about Sexual health answered

Despite being a completely natural and biological part of our lives, talk around sex is usually ignored.

#SainaNehwalBiopic: How do you do this, Parineeti asks Saina

Parineeti Chopra is indeed training hard for ace shuttler Saina Nehwal's biopic.

iOS

#GamingBytes: 'Dr. Mario World' officially releasing on smartphones this July

We all know Mario and have often helped the Italian plumber save Princess Peach from Bowser.

Crackdown on corruption: Narendra Modi fires 15 senior customs officers

Days after the Centre forcibly retired 12 senior Income Tax officials, it did the same with 15 other senior customs officials.

#HealthBytes: Five natural ways to get gorgeous skin

Everyone wants clear, glowing, and beautiful-looking skin.

2005 Ayodhya terror attack: Four terrorists get life imprisonment

A special court in Prayagraj announced its verdict in the 2005 Ayodhya terror attack case, sentencing four accused to life imprisonment on Tuesday. One other accused has been acquitted by the court.

Ranbir has one release in next two years, but why?

With debonair looks, brilliant acting prowess, an overshadowing screen presence, and impressive filmography, Ranbir Kapoor is one star you simply can't get enough of.

Top 5 Samsung Galaxy S10 accessories available in India

Samsung's latest flagships from Galaxy S10 series are one of the most popular phones of 2019. They offer the latest designs, premium build quality, great cameras, and top-notch performance.

Former UEFA boss Michel Platini arrested: Details here

Former UEFA president Michel Platini is being questioned by French anti-corruption investigators in relation to him awarding Qatar the hosting rights of the 2022 World Cup.

World Cup: Here are records scripted by Shakib Al Hasan

Bangladesh's star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan played a crucial role last night, as it was his ton that allowed his side to triumph Windies in the ICC World Cup 2019.

Absconding BSP MP, who's accused of rape, doesn't take oath

The first session of 17th Lok Sabha started on Monday with the oath-taking ceremony of 542 MPs.

#ComicBytes: Batman became darker than ever in these alternate versions

His superpower is being rich and his tragic past is what keeps on motivating him.

#LeakPeek: Honor 9X Pro to come with quad rear cameras

As an addition to its portfolio of smartphones, Huawei-owned Honor is planning to launch Honor 9X Pro along with Honor 9X sometime later this year.

Congress names Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury as leader in Lok Sabha

The 2019 Lok Sabha elections spelled trouble for Congress as the party failed to improve its previous tally of 44. Despite five years of BJP rule, Congress won only 52 seats, casting doubts on the leadership of Rahul Gandhi.

HBO

Is Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes' secret wedding her latest scam?

Disgraced Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes (35) has reportedly gotten married to her fiancé, hotel heir Billy Evans (27), in a secret ceremony.

NZ vs SA: Statistical preview, pitch report and head-to-head

New Zealand take on South Africa in match number 25 of the ICC World Cup 2019 on Wednesday.

World Cup: Decoding path to semis for all the teams

The ICC World Cup 2019 has reached its midway and here on, the battle to seal a berth in the knock-outs will get intense.

Singer Hard Kaur blames RSS for Pulwama, calls Yogi rapist

Rarely do Bollywood stars speak on politics. They choose silence to avoid running into controversies.

Varun Dhawan on 'Kalank': It deserved not to do well

Varun Dhawan was a superstar right after his debut film Student of the Year got released in 2012. Since then he has delivered back-to-back hits like Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania, ABCD 2, Dilwale and Judwaa 2.

What India expects from Modi 2.0?

Call him what you may, but Narendra Modi's achievements are worth celebrating.

#CareerBytes: What options do PCM students have other than engineering?

In India, most science students who have completed Class 12 with PCM (Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics) opt for engineering.

Sania Mirza-Veena Malik get into ugly Twitter spat: Details here

Pakistani actress Veena Malik and Indian tennis ace Sania Mirza engaged in a war of words on Twitter yesterday, with each raising questions about the other's parenting.

WWE

Five unique records held by Hulk Hogan

Hulk Hogan is one of the greatest wrestlers to have ever stepped inside a ring.

Apple to launch its first 5G iPhone in 2020: Kuo

Apple has some big plans to overhaul its 2020 iPhone line-up. According to reputed analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the Cupertino giant will launch its first 5G iPhone next year and it will use a Qualcomm modem.

"How many wickets?": Bihar Health Minister at meeting on encephalitis

The fierce outbreak of Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES) in Bihar has left many worried, but apparently, state Health Minister Mangal Pandey couldn't be less bothered.

Watch: Arjun Tendulkar produces magical delivery to dismiss Surrey batsman

Arjun Tendulkar has made rapid strides on the cricket field in the last couple of years.

Kerala: Woman misdiagnosed with cancer, still hasn't "recovered" from chemotherapy

A Kerala woman was diagnosed with cancer, she went through chemotherapy, but found out later that she didn't have the deadly disease.

VHP to discuss Ram Temple, Article 370 at important meet

An important meeting of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) is scheduled for Wednesday-Thursday in Haridwar and the Hindu right-wing organization is expected to discuss the Ram Temple issue.

#GamingBytes: Is 'PUBG' the world's highest-grossing mobile game?

Collecting around $146 million in revenue last month, PUBG is now the highest grossing mobile game in the world, as per reports.

#CareerBytes: 5 best private engineering colleges in the country

In India, engineering is the most preferred professional course among students after Class 12 because of the vast prospects it offers.

Microsoft launches AI labs to train 1.5 lakh Indian students

In a bid to build a future-ready workforce, Microsoft has announced the launch of 10 AI digital labs in India.

5 best budget range smartphones available in India

Thanks to the cut-throat competition among smartphone makers, the budget range smartphones are no more budget performers.

#CareerBytes: About IFS Officers and the salary, perks they enjoy

The Indian Foreign Service (IFS) is one of the most coveted Civil Services in India just like other premier ones like Indian Administrative Service (IAS) and Indian Police Service (IPS).

This robot can feel objects by simply seeing them

Researchers at MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Lab have developed a robot that can simply look at an object to define how it 'feels'.