05 Oct 2019

Amit Shah visits Mizoram to talk Citizenship (Amendment) Bill

Union Home Minister and BJP president Amit Shah on Saturday visited Aizawl, Mizoram, to gain support for the controversial Citizenship (Amendment) Bill in the Northeast.

Amazon sale: Deals on OnePlus 7, Honor 20i, and others

Amazon has kicked-off its Fab Phones Fest in India from today. Under the sale, which ends on October 9, the e-commerce giant is offering attractive discounts on popular smartphones like OnePlus 7, Honor 20i, Redmi 7A, and others.

Best career moments of Serena Williams: Details here

Veteran women's tennis ace Serena Williams has been a revelation for rising stars in a glorious career so far.

Alert: Don't send GIFs via WhatsApp, till you update it

A new vulnerability has been discovered in WhatsApp which allows hackers to gain access to your files and messages by leveraging malicious GIFs.

US: President Trump's new immigration rule could affect 23,000 Indians

Immigrants applying for visas to United States could be denied entry into the country, unless they can prove that they have health insurance or can cover their medical costs, according to a rule signed by US President Donald Trump on Friday.

Top 5 smartphones launching in the rest of 2019

From mighty megapixel phones to novel foldable devices, wraparound display devices, and spec loaded flagships, we have already seen some of the best and innovative smartphones of 2019 till now.

Now, you can try lipsticks, sunglasses on Instagram: Here's how

We all know Instagram has been introducing features to let users buy products appearing in photos/videos uploaded on the platform.

Japan Open: Novak Djokovic sets up John Millman finale date

Novak Djokovic is in line to be the 11th player to hold world number one ATP ranking and win the Japan Open Tennis Championships.

Puji bhaag b*******d: Rohit shouts at Pujara for not running

In the opening test match on Day four of South Africa's ongoing tour of India in Visakhapatnam, India's opening batsman Rohit Sharma made history by hitting a second consecutive century at the Dr. YS Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium.

2019 Audi A6 spotted at dealership, India launch imminent

German automaker Audi is gearing up to introduce the 2019 edition of its flagship sedan, the Audi A6, in India.

Apple offers free repairs for iPhone 6s with power issues

Apple has announced that select iPhone 6s, 6s Plus models are facing a problem that is keeping them from switching on.

Kolkata Knight Riders appoint David Hussey as chief mentor

Two-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have appointed former Australian cricketer David Hussey as the chief mentor of the side.

Here's how to file Aadhaar complaints via post, website, phone

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

Ex-Haryana Congress chief Ashok Tanwar resigns ahead of state polls

A month after he was removed as Haryana Congress chief, Ashok Tanwar announced his resignation from the party on Saturday.

Samsung Galaxy A20s launched in India at Rs. 12,000

As an addition to its A series smartphones, Samsung has launched the pocket-friendly Galaxy A20s in India.

India vs SA: Record-breaking Rohit smashes second successive ton

India's senior cricketer Rohit Sharma has eased into a new chapter as an opener in Test cricket.

ISRO scientist killed by gay sex partner: Details here

Days after an Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) scientist was found murdered at his Hyderabad home, the police have solved the mystery.

Liverpool vs Leicester City: Preview, Dream11 and more

Premier League 2019-20 leaders Liverpool are up against Leicester City in a crunch match at Anfield on Saturday.

Ajinkya Rahane, wife Radhika blessed with a baby girl

Indian cricket team's Test vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane and his wife Radhika Dhopavkar have been blessed with a baby girl, on Saturday.

LG

These LG wireless earbuds come with a self-cleaning feature

While several new wireless earbuds are attracting buyers with high-quality audio capabilities, better design, and long-lasting battery life, LG's latest offering is aimed at germaphobes.

Hardik Pandya to be out for five months after surgery

Indian cricket team all-rounder Hardik Pandya underwent a a successful surgery in London for an acute lower-back injury.

Chandrayaan-2 takes close look at Moon, transmits high-resolution images

Despite the silence of Vikram Lander of Chandrayaan-2, the Orbiter element of the mission is doing its job to perfection.

Saudi Arabia allows tourists men, women to share hotel rooms

A week after Saudi Arabia welcomed tourists for the first time, the conservative Muslim Kingdom has clarified that foreign men and women will be allowed to rent hotel rooms together, without needing to prove that they are related.

'Bigg Boss': Koena Mitra says "possessive" boyfriend locked her once

Actress Koena Mitra has become the talk of the town after she opened up about her personal life on latest (Friday night's) episode of Bigg Boss 13.

Harbhajan Singh confirms he isn't retiring, to play IPL

Veteran spinner Harbhajan Singh has quashed retirement talks and confirmed he is set to play for Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 season.

Delhi Metro noise, vibrations disturb residents; experts' assistance sought

Residents in Delhi have lodged several complaints regarding disturbance caused due to vibrations and noise from Metro train movements near their houses.

Critical Android vulnerability affects Samsung, Huawei, Xiaomi smartphones

In a major incident, Google's security researchers have flagged critical unpatched zero-day vulnerability, in the company's own Android operating system.

Aarey Colony: Many arrested after midnight drama; Section 144 imposed

Merely hours after the Bombay High Court on Friday dismissed all four petitions challenging the felling of trees in the Aarey Colony in Goregaon East, Mumbai, authorities started cutting trees at the site.

#GamingBytes: Free Fire or PUBG Mobile; which one is better?

There is no denying the fact that PUBG Mobile is one of the most popular games ever made.

Websites that provide online coaching and courses for GATE

The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is one of the most competitive exams for engineering graduates.

This Bentley Continental GT is one-of-a-kind art piece

Luxury car manufacturers often release limited-edition versions of their cars, and Bentley is no exception to that trend.

OnePlus 7T to get new camera features: Details here

If the high-quality 90Hz AMOLED screen and the snappy fast performance is not enough to make you buy the OnePlus 7T, the upcoming camera features might nudge you in the right way.

iOS

Apple AirPods v/s Microsoft Surface Earbuds: Which one is better?

Following in the footsteps of Apple, Samsung and other OEMs, Microsoft has launched is first-ever truly wireless earphones, the Surface Earbuds.

04 Oct 2019

Tata launches limited-edition Tiago Wizz, priced at Rs. 5.4 lakh

Tata Motors Ltd. has launched the limited-edition Wizz model of its popular hatchback, the Tiago, at Rs. 5.4 lakh.

This flying taxi is quieter than a dishwasher

Kitty Hawk, the 'flying taxi' start-up backed by Google's co-founder Larry Page and Boeing, has unveiled a new aircraft called Heaviside.

Furry therapy: Animals that can take your mental stress away

Therapy animals are animals that are used in hospitals, nursing homes, schools, and disaster areas, among other stressful settings, to offer therapeutic support to individuals who are experiencing mental health issues.

Beyonce's father, Mathew Knowles, talks about his breast cancer diagnosis

The father and former manager of singers Beyoncé Knowles-Carter and Solange Knowles, Mathew Knowles, has come forward with his battle against male breast cancer.

A beginner's guide to watching badminton: Details here

Badminton is one of the most intriguing sports in the world.

Hyperlocal delivery start-up Dunzo raises $45 million in Series-D round

Dunzo, a Bengaluru-based hyperlocal delivery start-up, has raised $45 million in a Series-D round of funding.

Apple likely to release cheaper iPhone next year: Details here

After launching fancy new iPhones and cutting the prices of older ones, Apple might be gearing up to add a cheaper new member into its smartphone range.

Mumbai MBA couple runs food-stall outside Kandivali station: Here's why

A husband-wife duo, both MBA graduates, runs a breakfast food stall outside the Kandivali station in Mumbai.

Watch: How Akshay rescues unconscious man on a show's sets

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar is currently busy promoting his upcoming film, Housefull 4.

#NewsBytesExplainer: What is Windows 10X, how it is different?

Just recently, Microsoft treated us with fancy devices and a new avatar of Windows - Windows 10X.

Gavaskar lashes out at Indian management over Ashwin treatment

Legendary Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has lashed out at the Indian cricket team management over the treatment of R Ashwin.

Planning a trip in November? These are the best destinations

Straddling between autumn and winter, November is a month marked by awaited celebrations.

This TVS sports bike offers smartphone connectivity

TVS Motor Company has introduced the Bluetooth-enabled mobile connectivity feature on its popular sports bike, the Apache RTR 200 4V.

India vs SA, Day 3: Here are the records broken

India still have a 117-run lead against South Africa after a fascinating third day of the ongoing first Test match in Vizag.

Dutch engineer hacks own insulin pump to code 'artificial pancreas'

As common as diabetes is these days, the condition is not easy to manage. However, a 22-year-old Dutch software engineer, suffering from diabetes, has perhaps made living with the medical condition a lot easier.

Djokovic 'plays like machine' to reach Japan Open semis

Men's world number one tennis star Novak Djokovic said he played like a machine against Lucas Pouille after reaching the semis of the Japan Open.

Congress will just win 3-4 seats in Mumbai: Sanjay Nirupam

Congress has to rise from the ashes if it wants to stay relevant in Indian politics. And by the looks of it, the grand old party isn't serious about this.

Nick even fetched cylinders during our wedding preparations: Priyanka

It's been almost a year since Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas tied the knot in a fairytale affair in Jodhpur, but apparently the 37-year-old actress just can't evade questions pertaining to her wedding and married life.

Top five Navratri events across India

Navratri is special for a number of reasons.

IAF releases promotional video featuring Balakot airstrikes. But why?

The Balakot airstrikes, launched as a response to the dastardly Pulwama attack, served its purpose.

Root wants new England cricket coach to focus on Tests

England cricket team's talisman Joe Root has not been involved in the selection of a new head coach.

Instagram launches 'Threads' messaging app for chatting with close friends

Instagram is not giving up on chatting, just yet. Its newest app 'Threads' is a proof of that.

Realme's flagship smartphone, with "fastest charging speed in Europe", teased

Rivaling Redmi K20 Pro and OnePlus 7T, Realme is gearing up to launch its flagship smartphone, the Realme X2 Pro, sometime soon.

The Hundred draft: Everything you need to know

The England Cricket Board (ECB) came up with an announcement last year that a new format of the game would begin in 2020.

"Big mistake" to shoot down our own chopper: IAF Chief

A day after Balakot airstrikes of February, Pakistani jets attacked army installations. To give a response to them, the Indian Air Force (IAF) pressed a couple of its helicopters to service.

Benelli launches its most affordable motorcycle in India

Expanding its line-up of motorcycles, Benelli India has launched the all new Leoncino 250 at Rs. 2.5 lakh.

Chandrayaan-2 Orbiter studying lunar surface as Vikram remains silent

As the Vikram Lander of Chandryaan-2 remains mum in lunar darkness, the Indian Space Research Organization is using the Orbiter element of the mission to study the surface of the moon.

RBI cuts repo rate, slashes GDP growth estimates

On Friday, the six-member Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cut the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.15% in its "accommodative" stance to revive growth.

Want strong and shiny hair? Try these 8 food items

Everyone desires strong, shiny and dandruff-free hair.

Harry Kane threatens to leave for Real: Details here

Tottenham Hotspur star striker Harry Kane has been a revelation for the club.

Celebrities, who wrote to Modi about mob-lynching, charged with SEDITION

An FIR has been registered against celebrities, including filmmakers Mani Ratnam, Aparna Sen, and historian Ramachandra Guha, who wrote a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi over rising incidents of mob lynching.

Russian man sues Apple after iPhone app 'turns him gay'

In a bizarre lawsuit against Apple, a Russian man has accused the Cupertino-based tech giant of "turning him gay."

Unnao victim gangraped, week after ex-BJP MLA Sengar assaulted her

Everything we know about the Unnao rape case told us the country is no longer safe for women. And the fresh details which have emerged about the episode reiterate the same.

This Lexus SUV costs Rs. 99 lakh in India

Lexus India has launched its flagship SUV, the RX 450hL, in India at a whopping price of Rs. 99 lakh.

When asked about 58 countries 'supporting' Pakistan, minister gets angry

Thumping his chest, Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan said Islamabad has the support of 58 countries on the Kashmir issue.

Inspiring stories of five JEE top rankers to know about

The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE), comprising Main and Advanced exams, is the gateway to admission to the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).

#ComicBytes: The history of Superman which wasn't covered in movies

Arguably the best-known superhero, he was born Kal-El. His parents sent him to Earth when their planet Krypton was destroyed.

All you need to know about Microsoft's foldable device

Microsoft has showcased a pre-production prototype of Surface Neo that will run on Windows 10X, the company's new version of Windows 10 designed for dual-screen and foldable devices.

Hate screaming children on flights? This airline offers a solution

If you are somebody who hates sitting next to crying babies on flights, this is just the thing for you.

#TechBytes: 5 features you should try on your Apple Watch

Apple has finally released watchOS 6, the latest software for Apple Watch Series 3, Series 4, and Series 5.