17 Oct 2019

Vodafone is giving double 4G data with these prepaid plans

Taking on Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel in India's highly-competitive telecom sector, Vodafone has upgraded two of its affordable prepaid plans to offer more data benefits.

Want to link your SBI account with Aadhaar? Here's how

Although according to the Supreme Court, it is no longer mandatory to link your Aadhaar with bank account, it could still prove to be beneficial.

Cars24 raises $100 million in Series D round: Details here

Cars24, the Gurugram-based company that claims to offer an easy and hassle-free experience of buying/selling used cars, has raised $100 million from a bunch of existing and new investors in a Series D round.

Last month, SpiceJet flight intercepted by Pakistan jets amid confusion

With Indo-Pak tensions heightened since the Balakot airstrikes, Pakistani fighter jets intercepted a SpiceJet passenger plane over their airspace last month, sources in the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said today.

TikTok enters ed-tech space, will now serve educational videos

China's famous short-form video platform, TikTok, has made its first move in the ed-tech sector of India.

Here's what Gambhir said on what separates Kohli as captain

There has been a longstanding debate if Virat Kohli is a better leader than other former Indian captains.

Drunk man jumps into lion enclosure in Delhi zoo; rescued

In a bizarre piece of news, a man jumped into the enclosure of an Asiatic lion in the National Zoological Park in Delhi on Thursday afternoon.

Denmark Open: PV Sindhu beaten by 17-year-old sensation

17-year-old AN Se Young stunned world champion PV Sindhu in the ongoing Denmark Open Super 750 tournament.

Entry-level Hyundai Creta variants get a powerful 1.6-liter diesel engine

Hyundai has introduced a 1.6-liter diesel engine option with the entry-level E+ and EX variants of its popular crossover, the Creta.

Apparently, Google has killed AI camera Clips, Datally app

Just a day after confirming its plan to kill Daydream VR, Google appears to be throwing two more products on the chopping block - Clips and Datally.

Playwright Sudipto Chatterjee accused of raping student during rehearsal

A year after the #MeToo movement gained momentum in India, a theater student has accused actor and playwright Sudipto Chatterjee of rape.

Ranking the best tennis doubles pair in Wimbledon history

Wimbledon is the oldest Grand Slam in tennis history and is generally considered as the most prestigious of all.

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Ola launches self-drive car sharing service: Details here

In a major move, Bengaluru-based ride-hailing giant Ola has launched its own self-drive car-sharing service, Ola Drive.

Kohli can topple Smith as number one batsman: Here's how

The Indian cricket team is all set to take on South Africa in the upcoming third Test match at Ranchi from Saturday onwards.

Good news! Old Pixel phones will get Pixel 4's features

Google's latest flagship phones, the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL, have gone official with some new hardware and software features including Motion Sense, IR-based Face Unlock, Astrophotography, on-device Google Assistant, and more.

Manchester United suffer huge blow ahead of Liverpool clash

Manchester United are in a fix at the moment in the 2019-20 season.

Britain-EU reach Brexit deal, declares PM Boris Johnson

On Thursday, United Kingdom Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that a Brexit deal has been negotiated between the UK and the European Union.

Bella Hadid is world's most beautiful woman, according to math

While we sincerely believe in the saying- Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder, we'd also like to presume that in times when technology is so prevalent, there has to be some science behind the concept of beauty as well.

A look at the all-time records of Anil Kumble

When it comes to the greatest Indian spinner of all-time, Anil Kumble undoubtedly leads the list.

Nubia Red Magic 3S launched in India at Rs. 36,000

As an upgrade to the already available Red Magic 3, ZTE-owned Nubia has launched the Red Magic 3S smartphone in India.

Aiden Markram injures wrist in frustration, ruled out against India

In a second such incident over the last few days, another cricketer has faced the brunt of injuring himself after venting out his frustration on a solid object.

A look at the career-defining moments of Major Dhyan Chand

When it comes to Indian hockey, the only player that can come to one's mind at the first glance is none other than Major Dhyan Chand, who played a revolutionary role in the nation's success.

Delhi odd-even scheme: Arvind Kejriwal announces rules, dates and fine

On Thursday, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced that private vehicles carrying schoolchildren will be exempt from the restrictions of the odd-even scheme.

We will deal with day-night Tests, says Sourav Ganguly

Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president-elect and former India captain Sourav Ganguly said discussing the idea of Team India playing pink-ball cricket would definitely be on his top to-do list after he joins office.

India-bound 2020 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe breaks cover

German automaker BMW has pulled the covers off the 2020 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe, its first-ever small four-door coupe.

Trump threatens Turkey's economy in blunt letter to President Erdogan

United States President Donald Trump warned his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan, told him "not to be a fool" and threatened to destroy the country's economy in a striking letter sent on the day Turkey launched its incursion into northeastern Syria.

Yahoo is erasing some part of internet history: Details here

After nearly two decades of operation, Yahoo has decided to pull the plug on its Groups website.

Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh to miss Pakistan Tests

Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh is all set to miss the upcoming two-match Test series against Pakistan, starting November 21.

Delhi government's plan: Rs. 1,000 parking fee for 10 hours

A committee of Delhi government and civic officials has formulated a new plan, under which parking a private car in popular areas of the capital such as Connaught Place (CP) could cost you Rs. 1,000 for a 10-hour workday.

American boxer Patrick Day passes away aged 27: Details here

American boxer Patrick Day, who was in the news of late after suffering serious brain injuries following his bout against fellow American Charles Conwell, has passed away at the slender age of 27.

Reliance JioFiber v/s Airtel V-Fiber: Broadband plans under Rs. 1,000

Reliance's much-awaited JioFiber service is now available across India. The FTTH service promises to offer up to 1Gbps download speed along with attractive freebies, with plans starting at just Rs. 699/month.

Tencent's AI is changing advertising: Here's how

These days, companies shell millions to market their products and promote them through online platforms like Facebook/Instagram and offline channels like billboards, commercials, and movie/TV show sponsorships.

Has Sunni Waqf Board withdrawn claim to disputed Ayodhya land?

Amid the century-old Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid dispute, it seemed the Sunni Waqf Board on Wednesday had withdrawn its claim to the religious site on the last day of the hearings.

Saudi Arabia: 35 dead, 4 injured in bus accident

At least 35 foreign nationals were killed and four others got injured after a bus collided with another heavy vehicle near the Islamic holy city of Medina, the state media said on Thursday.

#ComicBytes: Five times Iron Man has killed in comics

Marvel superhero Iron Man is famous as the bad boy philanthropist do-gooder with his own unique brand of charm and flamboyance.

Harley-Davidson starts deliveries of its BS6-compliant Street 750 bike

While most of the automakers are planning to launch their bikes with BS6-compliant engines, Harley-Davidson is a step ahead.

#CareerBytes: Seven popular websites to help you prepare for CLAT

The Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) is a national level entrance exam conducted annually for admission of candidates to 21 National Law Universities for undergraduate and postgraduate programs in India.

Fitbit Versa 2 launched in India at Rs. 21,000

As the sequel to one of its best-selling Versa smartwatches, Fitbit has launched the Versa 2 in India.

NASA changes the schedule of first all-female spacewalk's schedule

NASA has changed the schedule of the first-ever all-female spacewalk, again!

16 Oct 2019

What to eat before and after your Yoga sessions

Yoga has gained massive popularity around the world, in the past couple of decades.

Maruti Suzuki introduces a new diesel-based MPV for fleet buyers

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. has launched a diesel-based variant of its Ertiga Tour M multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) in the country.

This bug lets Google Assistant listen in on your conversations

Google, carries a critical security issue.

Saina Nehwal's woes continue, crashes out of Denmark Open

Saina Nehwal is having a disastrous time on the badminton court.

Kangana Ranaut to launch production house by 2020: Details here

After donning the hat of a director with the film Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi, that released this year, Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut is all set to roll out her own production house.

This robot can solve Rubik's cube with just one hand

After beating professional DOTA2 players, Elon Musk-backed OpenAI is using its artificial intelligence software for developing self-learning, general-purpose machines.

Here's what Roger Federer said regarding his rumored retirement claims

Roger Federer is undoubtedly one of the GOATs of modern day tennis and his 20 Grand Slam titles do prove it well enough.

Alexis Sanchez faces long spell on sidelines: Details here

There seems to be no respite from injuries for Alexis Sanchez.

Samsung Galaxy A91 with flagship internals to launch soon

South Korean tech giant Samsung is gearing up to launch the Galaxy A91 smartphone soon.

Ranking the top career-defining moments of Michael Phelps

When it comes to the sport of swimming, USA's Michael Phelps is the first name that comes to one's mind, owing to his rich history in the Olympics.

Global Hunger Index: India ranked 102, 8 positions below Pakistan

While India's leaders are busy thumping their chests and talking about their achievements, millions are sleeping empty stomach.

The Hundred: Smith, Warner among most expensive players in draft

Australian star cricketers Steve Smith and David Warner are among the most expensive players listed in the main men's draft for The Hundred.

Redmi Note 8 series and MIUI 11 launched in India

After a bunch of teasers and speculations, Chinese tech giant Xiaomi has finally launched the Redmi Note 8 and Note 8 Pro smartphones in India.

Now, you can check, remove apps accessing Instagram data

In a major move, Instagram is tightening its grip over third-party apps' access to user data.

Chelsea's Olivier Giroud serves warning to Frank Lampard: Here's why

Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud has come up with a warning to club boss Frank Lampard that he could leave the club by January in case he is not given enough opportunities.

Bengaluru: Security firm owner found brutally assaulting employees; arrested

People can really keep their humanity aside at times. This was testified recently after a disturbing video from Bengaluru emerged on social media.

Sunil Chhetri issues an apology after India's draw against Bangladesh

The Indian men's football team missed the plot in a World Cup qualifier in Kolkata on Tuesday night.

NASA unveils 'futuristic' spacesuits for Moon, Mars missions

In a major development, NASA has taken the wraps off the next-generation spacesuits for its astronauts.

Love sports? Here are five cities you must visit once

Sports is way more than how people often see it from the outside - it is, in fact, a way of life.

Ranking the best all-rounders in the history of cricket

Jacques Kallis is widely considered as the greatest all-rounder, the game has produced in both Tests and ODIs.

Bajaj Auto launches its iconic Chetak scooter in all-electric avatar

Foraying into the EV space, Bajaj Auto Ltd. has launched its first ever electric scooter, the all-new Chetak, in India today.

Ayodhya case: Muslims' lawyer tears map, CJI says "we'll leave"

On the 40th day of daily hearings of Ayodhya dispute, things took a dramatic turn in the Supreme Court infuriating the Chief Justice of India Ranjan Gogoi.

Infinix S5, featuring quad rear cameras, launched at Rs. 8,999

As an addition to its portfolio of smartphones, Infinix Mobile has launched the all-new Infinix S5 in India.

Shahid Afridi feels Pakistan lag behind in this particular department

Pakistan are in a sorry state following their unfortunate 0-3 whitewash at the hands of Sri Lanka during the just-concluded T20I series, at home.

True Balance raises $23 million from Korean investors

Fintech start-up True Balance has received $23 million in Series C round of funding.

Euro 2020 Qualifiers: Here are the key results

Three-time champions Spain qualified for Euro 2020 after earning a 1-1 draw against Sweden.

UP: As minor son watched, cops beat man to death

Another day, another case of lawlessness in Uttar Pradesh. This time, unfortunately, the guardians of the law are accused of breaking it.

Google is killing Daydream virtual reality platform: Here's why

In a major (but expected) development, Google has decided to kill Daydream VR, the platform that lets you immerse into the world of virtual reality using a dedicated headset and supported phone.

Here's what Shoaib Akhtar said on Virat Kohli's captaincy

Indian captain Virat Kohli has been making headlines of late, especially in the Test format, having led his team to a successful stint so far.

Want to gain weight? Here are some simple workout tips

Not everyone heads to the gym to get as slim as life would permit, some of us may choose to exercise to gain healthy weight.

INX Media case: ED officials arrest Chidambaram after interrogating him

Former Finance Minister and Congress veteran P Chidambaram, who is currently lodged at Tihar jail in connection to the INX Media case, was arrested by Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials this morning.

Kawasaki unveils 2020 Ninja ZX-6R sports bike: Details here

Japanese automaker Kawasaki has unveiled the 2020 edition of its popular motorcycle, the Ninja ZX-6R.

Why Google is not launching Pixel 4 in India

A few hours ago, Google held its annual hardware event and took the wraps off its latest flagships, Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL.

Will Sourav Ganguly join BJP? Former Indian captain addresses rumors

Sourav Ganguly, the former captain of the Indian cricket team, has many records to his name. And earlier this week, he started his new innings when he was elected as the chief of BCCI, the top cricket administrative body in the country.

IIM graduates who left cushy jobs to follow their passion

The Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) are the most sought-after business schools in the country that provide quality management education.

#ComicBytes: Spider-Man facts that only long-time fans would know

The web-slinging, fun-loving teen who never thinks twice before doing the right thing, Spider-Man is one of the greatest superheroes of all time.

Soon, Personal Data Protection Bill will be tabled in Parliament

In a major development, Ravi Shankar Prasad, the Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, has said that the Personal Data Protection Bill is ready and will be tabled in the Parliament soon.

10-year-old wins internet after refusing to answer 'offensive' math problem

A fourth-grader has been winning hearts online after she sent her math homework back with feedback on her questions.

Nubia Z20, the dual-screen flagship smartphone, now available globally

Nubia Z20, the flagship smartphone with dual displays, is now available for purchase in select international markets.