09 Jul 2019

IND vs NZ: Rain defers match; what happens next?

Persistent rain deferred the ongoing semi-final clash of the ICC World Cup 2019 between India and New Zealand.

Deposit Rs. 18,000cr to travel abroad: Court tells Naresh Goyal

Jet Airways founder Naresh Goyal, who failed to steer his company from an acute cash crunch, received another setback on Tuesday as Delhi High Court refused to entertain his plea challenging the travel ban imposed on him.

Media demands apology from Kangana Ranaut: Here's why

At a launch event for a song from her upcoming film Judgementall Hai Kya?, Kangana Ranaut got into a spat with a journalist.

Hyundai Kona: India's first fully-electric subcompact SUV launched

South Korean automaker Hyundai has launched its first fully-electric crossover in India, the Hyundai Kona.

Lionel Messi could be banned for two years, here's why

Argentine football superstar Lionel Messi could be banned for two years from international football following his foul comments on referring during the just-concluded Copa America 2019.

Pragya's bike, allegedly used for Malegaon blast, presented in court

The motorbike, which was used for the 2008 Malegaon blast case, was on Monday presented before the trial court for examination.

Bangladesh sack head coach Steve Rhodes after CWC 19 disappointment

Bangladesh couldn't keep up with their promise in the ICC World Cup 2019 and ended up on eighth spot in the 10-team league table.

'No longer acceptable': Trump on India's tariffs on American products

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday hit out at India over the tariffs it imposes on American products.

#HealthBytes: Five habits to improve your sexual performance

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

Sidhu remains absent but draws salary: BJP writes to Governor

It's been more than a month since Congress leader Navjot Singh Sidhu was given the responsibility of Punjab's Power and Non-renewable Energy Sources Department, but he is yet to take charge.

INDvsNZ: What will be India's target in case of reduced-overs?

Rain interrupted the first semi-final of the ICC World Cup, between India and New Zealand.

Rapper Honey Singh booked for vulgar lyrics in 'Makhna'

Punjabi rapper Honey Singh landed himself in legal soup after an FIR was lodged against him in Mohali for lewd lyrics of his song Makhna, released last December.

Career Bytes: IAS or IFS- Which one should you choose?

Joining the Indian Civil Services is a dream for many youngsters. The Indian Administrative Service (IAS) and the Indian Foreign Service (IFS) are two of the most prestigious and coveted services.

Here's what Ravi Shastri had to say about Rohit Sharma

India's exquisite opener Rohit Sharma has been in the form of his life, as is evident in the ICC World Cup 2019.

Make marital rape ground for divorce, says plea; court declines

Marital rape should be a ground for divorce and the Centre should be directed to form appropriate laws- this is what a PIL demanded from Delhi High Court.

Xiaomi is making a periscope camera for its upcoming phone

In today's smartphone wars, where the camera is apparently the only battlefield left, Xiaomi is upping the ante to match rivals like Huawei and OPPO.

Now even non-IIT students can pursue a course in IIT-Gandhinagar

Every year, lakhs aspire to get admitted in the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), but due to tough competition, only a few thousands achieve this dream.

Katrina gives special advice to sister Isabelle before her debut

Katrina Kaif's sister Isabelle is all set to make her Bollywood debut this year with Time To Dance opposite Sooraj Pancholi.

Amid Karnataka crisis, why this Mumbai hotel took the spotlight

As the Karnataka government reels under a string of resignations from MLAs of the ruling Janata Dal (Secular)-Congress coalition, an upscale hotel in Mumbai's Bandra Kurla Complex took centerstage.

Are PSG willing to sell Neymar? Details here

Brazilian superstar Neymar Junior has been in the news of late for his rumored exit from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).

Five tips to get naturally shiny and strong teeth

Your mouth is the first gateway that your food (and thus all your nutrition) passes through. And for that very reason, maintaining good oral hygiene becomes vital for your overall well being.

Janhvi looks like Sridevi's carbon copy in this latest picture

Janhvi Kapoor is often said to be a replica of her mother Sridevi.

Now, Instagram will warn you against posting hate comments

In a major move, Instagram has announced two new tools to combat the pressing problem of bullying.

Ducati Multistrada 1260 Enduro launched, starts at Rs. 20 lakh

Italian superbike maker Ducati has launched the off-road Multistrada 1260 Enduro in India at a starting price of Rs. 19.99 lakh.

CBSE to focus on 'experiential learning' from 2019-20 session

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will make its teaching process more student-friendly by focusing on "experiential learning".

#BiggBossTamil3: Fathima Babu reveals Abhirami is suffering from depression

Fathima Babu, who was recently eliminated from Kamal Haasan's Bigg Boss Tamil 3, is all over the news.

Websites can turn Mac's camera on without permission: Here's how

A major zero-day vulnerability that lets websites hijack and activate webcams without permission has been flagged for Mac users.

Tabrez Ansari lynching: TikTok removes users for posting hate-mongering videos

A TikTok video allegedly seeking revenge for the brutal mob lynching of Tabrez Ansari put the Chinese social media application in the line of fire.

John Cena shares a hilarious picture of Virat Kohli

The ICC World Cup 2019 has reached its business end, but the excitement continues to stay alive, at least for the teams which have qualified for the semis.

Feeling Blue? Here are five saddest DC Comics storylines

Mediocre stories follow a basic template. There's a hero who sets out to do something. On the way, he suffers a few setbacks but since he's the hero, he overcomes everything and emerges victorious in the end.

Wimbledon: Alison Riske gears up for 'exciting' Serena battle

Alison Riske is set to play her maiden quarter-final clash in a Grand Slam tournament and she is super excited to face 23-time champion Serena Williams.

'Sacred Games 2' trailer released, to air on August 15

Streaming giant Netflix has released the much-awaited trailer of its maiden Indian original series, Sacred Games' second season.

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WWE: Five creepiest moments involving The Undertaker

The Undertaker is undoubtedly one of the greatest superstars in the history of WWE.

McLaren brings electric sports car for 6-year-olds

McLaren has expanded its portfolio of exquisite sports cars with the all-new 720S Ride-On, a kid-friendly version of the famous 720S.

Five famous and successful alumni of IIT-Roorkee to know about

The Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) are the country's premier engineering institutes that are recognized as centers of academic excellence in science and technology.

Times when Sushmita Sen showed why is she an inspiration

Yesterday Sushmita Sen posted yet another video showing her insane workout regimen, where she can be seen trying to balance herself on gymnastic rings.

Spotify Lite for Android launched in 36 countries including India

In a bid to expand its user base, Spotify has launched a lighter version of its music app in 36 countries including India.

Indian weightlifter under IWF dope scanner: Details here

Indian weightlifter Swati Singh has found herself under the scanner of the International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) for doping violations.

Muslim mob, protesting Tabrez's lynching, vandalizes bus carrying engineering students

In an ironical turn of events, a Muslim mob, which was protesting the brutal lynching of Tabrez Ansari in Jharkhand, recently vandalized a bus carrying students, causing fear and panic.

Bengaluru to London, 18,000 global job cuts at Deutsche Bank

On Monday, many Deutsche Bank employees left their offices as soon as they walked in, with an envelope from their German employer, attesting their termination.

Health Bytes: Five food items that regulate blood sugar levels

Unfortunately, diabetes is growing rapidly in India, with around 72 million cases recorded in 2017 itself.

India vs New Zealand: Records that can be scripted tonight

Virat Kohli-led India are set to take on New Zealand in a crunch World Cup 2019 semi-final battle today at Old Trafford in Manchester.

This start-up by IIT graduate makes garbage bins 'smart'

An IIT-Madras graduate's start-up is all set to make your garbage collection smart.

Thousands of apps track you without permission: Here's how

If you are using Android, there is a good chance you have encountered data permissions, a dedicated prompt to choose what data an app should get access to.

#KarnatakaCrisis: 30 ministers resign, Congress meet today, Kumaraswamy blames BJP

The ongoing political crisis in Karnataka took a new turn on Monday after all 30 ministers of the ruling JD(S)-Congress government resigned to make way for a cabinet reshuffle, in hope of saving the coalition from crumbling completely.

#CareerBytes: What not to do while preparing for CA exams

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 program comprising Foundation, Intermediate, and Final courses.

Jio is offering a new GigaFiber plan for Rs. 2,500

As part of a preview program, Reliance Jio has introduced a more affordable subscription scheme for its GigaFiber FTTH service.

Here's when Apple might release the iPhone 11

Apple is working on its latest batch of iPhones and we expect them to go official in a couple of months from now.

Weird iMessage bug can brick iPhone: Here's how to fix

Despite being pretty impressive, Apple's software products also witness the problem of bugs and vulnerabilities.

Jaipur rape accused reveals heinous past crimes; raped 35 children

In the latest development, Rajasthan police, who arrested the accused in the Jaipur rape incident recently, have said the culprit has made hair-raising confessions about his history of sexual crimes.

08 Jul 2019

Ashleigh Barty knocked out of Wimbledon 2019

The women's singles section continued to produce stunning results at Wimbledon 2019.

Maharashtra, Konkan, Goa to witness heavy-very heavy rains: IMD

Regions of Konkan, Goa and north Madhya Maharashtra regions (including Mumbai) are likely to face heavy to very heavy rainfall in the coming week, as per the forecast of the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

OPPO A9 to arrive in India next week?

Chinese tech giant OPPO is working to launch its mid-range smartphone OPPO A9 in India sometime around next week, according to a report.

Here's how Ranveer Singh celebrated his first birthday post wedding

Ranveer Singh celebrated his 34th birthday on July 6 this year.

We are a very adaptable team, says Australia coach Langer

Australia have been hit with two injuries in a quick span of time.

Jasprit Bumrah is unplayable at the moment, says Daniel Vettori

Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah, who is currently the number one ranked ODI bowler, has made a tremendous impact in the ongoing ICC World Cup.

Sony earphones are a better (hence more expensive) AirPods alternative

Sony has gradually worked its way up to become one of the world's leading audio equipment manufacturers. Its recently launched over-ear WH-1000XM3 noise-canceling headphones are a proof.

When skipper Kohli defeated Williamson in a World Cup semi-final

India are scheduled to take on New Zealand in the semi-final of the ICC World Cup 2019 on Tuesday.

Video: Kubbra Sait mocks 'Kabir Singh' director Sandeep Vanga

Ever since the release of his latest film, Kabir Singh, filmmaker Sandeep Vanga has been receiving a lot of flak for his portrayal of issues like toxic masculinity, misogyny, violence.

OnePlus 7 Mirror Blue variant announced in India: Details here

OnePlus has announced a new Mirror Blue color variant of the recently launched smartphone, the OnePlus 7.

#ComicBytes: What makes Alfred such a charming character

Every man set on a path to greatness needs an unwavering support system to keep him sane. Usually, it's someone who can call a spade a spade.

#HealthBytes: Five risky sexual practices, and how to prevent them

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

Japan observes weird trend: People rent cars; don't drive them

Car-sharing or rental services have become widely popular across the globe, allowing people to rent cars for short periods of time.

Players that could determine 2019 World Cup semis

The semi-final stage of the ICC World Cup 2019 has finally arrived.

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WWE: Analyzing possible opponents for Roman Reigns at SummerSlam

Roman Reigns is one of the top superstars in WWE today and the promotion does its best to give him one of the best bookings, since he draws most of the ratings.

Prince Narula heartbroken after brother's death: "Can't believe he's gone"

Bigg Boss 9 winner Prince Narula, who lost his younger brother recently, is still struggling to come to terms with the truth of his brother's demise.

Microsoft just released Windows 1.11 with Stranger Things' flavor

Just last week, Microsoft started teasing Windows 1.0, an operating system it had launched more than 30 years ago.

Don't have PAN? Now, use Aadhaar to file Income-Tax returns

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday, presented her and the new Central government's first budget.

Sensex plunges over 900 points, Nifty slips below 11,600 points

Benchmark equity indexes S&P BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50 continued to decline for a second consecutive session on Monday. Sensex lost over 900 points in late afternoon trade, while the broader Nifty tanked by over 245 points.

India vs NZ semi-final: Key battles to watch out for

Team India will be up against New Zealand in the first semi-final of the ICC World Cup 2019.

#GamingBytes: Steam's Summer Sale ends tomorrow! Know the best deals

Steam is one of the major reasons why people love the 'PC Master Race'. Every year, the platform offers some crazy discounts on popular games.

Heavy rains lash Mumbai: Flights disrupted; traffic jams, water-logging reported

Heavy rains lashed Mumbai in the early hours on Monday, leading to the disruption of flight operations at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport as well as traffic snarls across the city.

Man kills boyfriend for planning to marry woman; attempts suicide

Days after the body of a 29-year-old man was found along with another man with his throat slit at a hotel in SR Nagar, Hyderabad, the police said they have solved the mysterious case.

India vs New Zealand: Preview, Dream11 and head-to-head records

The Indian cricket team will take on New Zealand in the first semi-final of the ICC World Cup 2019 at Old Trafford in Manchester on Tuesday.

Zomato fined Rs. 55,000 for delivering chicken instead of paneer

A Pune-based eatery and Zomato have been slapped with Rs. 55,000 as penalty for delivering a non-vegetarian dish instead of paneer to a customer.

Kangana gets into another fight, this time with a journalist

Kangana Ranaut recently got into an ugly fight with a journalist at the song launch of her next movie, Judgementall Hai Kya?

Watch: Robot nails bowling in computer-generated clip

Over the last few days, a short clip of an awesome 'bowling robot' has been doing the rounds on the internet.

Five common myths about eating meat, busted!

There is a lot of talk around meat eating.

IAF to finalize Rs. 1.5L crore 'Make in India' projects

The Indian Air Force is now inching towards finalizing two long-pending 'Make in India' projects under which, it will acquire 170 aircraft.

Katrina to go on a vacation on her 36th birthday

Bollywood actress Katrina Kaif is turning a year older on July 16.

Brazil drub Peru 3-1 to clinch ninth Copa America title

Brazil came up with a stellar performance as they drubbed Peru 3-1 in the final of the Copa America 2019 at the Estadio do Maracana in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday.

Five weird (but handy) gifts for your dog

Your dog deserves only the best.

Apple testing new way to sign into iCloud: Details here

Apple is leveraging biometric authentication to make its cloud storage service iCloud more accessible to the users.

Here's how you can invest in Mutual Funds using WhatsApp

With the introduction of initiatives like Aadhaar validation, common KYC, and online payments, investment processes have surely become more convenient.

When is Suhana Khan making her debut? Ananya Pandey reveals

When is SRK's darling daughter Suhana Khan making her Bollywood debut? This question has been doing the rounds for a while now.

Chandrayaan-2: First look at ISRO's Moon orbiter, lander, rover

On July 15, the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) will launch Chandrayaan-2, our country's second-ever mission to the Moon.

#KarnatakaPoliticalCrisis: CM Kumaraswamy returns from US; holds series of meetings

Karnataka CM HD Kumaraswamy returned to Bengaluru on Sunday night after a 10-day US trip following the resignations of 13 MLAs of the Congress-JD(S) coalition in the state.

'Stranger Things' Season 3: Easter Eggs you might have missed

Fans of Stranger Things are already finished watching the latest season.

Yamuna Expressway accident: Delhi-bound bus falls into canal; 29 killed

At least 29 people have been killed and 17 injured when a Delhi-bound double-decker bus in which they were traveling in fell into a canal on the Yamuna Expressway near on Monday morning.

Five of the youngest toppers of AIIMS MBBS entrance exam

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

Stories of five IAS officers who turned into entrepreneurs

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

Flipkart Mi Days Sale: Best deals on popular Xiaomi smartphones

Flipkart's Mi Days sale is currently live with attractive deals available on popular Xiaomi smartphones.

ComicBytes: Five of the best Iron Man stories ever told

While he is now the best-known superhero in the Marvel roster, but Iron Man used to be in the sidelines just a decade ago. Which is why most people don't know about his iconic stories.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 tipped to feature Time-of-Flight 3D sensor

Samsung's Galaxy Note 10 is just a few weeks away from going official and naturally, more and more leaks are coming our way.

OPPO K3 to launch in India on July 19: Report

In a bid to take on the upcoming Realme X and Redmi K20, Chinese tech giant OPPO is working to introduce its K3 smartphone in India soon.