04 Dec 2019

Abdul Razzaq dubs Jasprit Bumrah as 'baby bowler': But why?

Former Pakistan all-rounder, Abdul Razzaq, has claimed that he could have easily faced Indian pace head Jasprit Bumrah, besides dubbing him as a 'baby bowler'.

Ahead of tariff hike, Jio launches Rs. 1,776 All-in-One prepaid-plan

Just ahead of the upcoming price hike in prepaid services and products, Reliance Jio has introduced a new All-in-One pack worth Rs. 1,776.

Pablo Escobar's brother is selling a $350 'unbreakable foldable phone'

The brother of infamous Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar has taken up selling smartphones.

These brands to launch flagship phones with Snapdragon 865 chipset

At its ongoing annual summit in Hawaii, tech giant Qualcomm has unveiled two new mobile processors. The Snapdragon 865 has been announced as the successor to the flagship 855 SoC while the Snapdragon 765/765G is a new chipset with integrated support for 5G.

BS6-compliant Jaguar XE facelift launched at Rs. 45 lakh

Jaguar has launched the 2020 edition of its popular luxury sedan, the XE, in India today, at a starting price of Rs. 44.98 lakh.

Cleared by Cabinet, Citizenship Bill exempts Arunachal, Nagaland, Mizoram

On Wednesday morning, the Union Cabinet cleared the contentious Citizenship (Amendment) Bill. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh had earlier said the Bill is a top priority for the government, deeming it as significant as revoking Jammu and Kashmir's special status.

Australia announce Test squad for New Zealand series: Details here

Australia have announced their 13-member squad for the upcoming three-Test series against New Zealand, to be held from December 12.

Five numbers which show India's dominance over Windies

The Indian cricket team faces West Indies in the upcoming white-ball series, starting December 6.

No more free broadband: Reliance starts billing JioFiber broadband users

JioFiber broadband users, who have been enjoying free internet access as part of the preview offer, will soon have to start paying for the service.

Amazon launches its first-ever portable Echo smart speaker in India

In a major surprise, Amazon has added another member into its smart speaker family in India - a new avatar of Echo Input.

#CareerBytes: Five reasons you should choose CA as a career

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

WhatsApp's upcoming Dark Mode for Android gets new battery-saver option

WhatsApp has long been working on a new Dark Mode. And now, the feature seems to be getting some final changes before the launch.

Kailaasa: Here's what we know about Nithyananda's new 'Hindu nation'

Last month, it was reported that controversial self-styled godman Nithyananda has fled India on an expired passport, however, his whereabouts remained unknown.

Now, Google is adding instant chat into Photos. But, why?

From Google Talk and Voice to Google+ Hangouts and Allo, Google has created way too many messaging and communication apps over the years.

IPL 2020 auction: Five foreign players who could be snubbed

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 auction is set to be held on December 19 in Kolkata.

Sixth fastest car in the world reached 1,000km/hr in 50-seconds

Bloodhound, the supersonic car that was announced over a decade ago at London's Science Museum, has achieved a major land speed milestone.

Best places in the world to embrace snow

If you are looking for a winter getaway to revamp your skiing and snow boarding skills, or just wish to enjoy some spellbinding views of snowfall while sipping piping hot tea, know that the world has no dearth of such snow-covered destinations.

Chiellini blames Real Madrid for Ronaldo not winning Ballon d'Or

Italian and Juventus defender Giorgio Chiellini has blamed Real Madrid for denying Cristiano Ronaldo of winning the Ballon d'Or this year.

Google sued for stealing lyrics from a third-party platform

As Sundar Pichai gears up to take the job of Alphabet's CEO, Google, a key subsidiary of the holding company, is facing a lawsuit - for plagiarizing or stealing lyrics from a third-party platform.

Mickey Arthur set to be next Lanka head coach: Report

The Sri Lankan men's cricket team is looking to overhaul its coaching staff with South African Mickey Arthur set to take over as the new national head coach.

ICC Rankings: Kohli surpasses Smith, becomes number one Test batsman

Indian captain Virat Kohli is back at the top in the ICC Test Rankings for Batsmen.

Jawan kills 5 colleagues, was upset over alleged leaves' denial

At least six Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) personnel were killed as they clashed among themselves in Chhattisgarh's Bastar division on Wednesday.

ISL: Who is Chennaiyin FC's new head coach Owen Coyle?

Former Indian Super League (ISL) champions Chennaiyin FC, have roped in Scottish coach Owen Coyle as their new head coach, after parting ways with John Gregory.

Who is West Indies' new batting coach Monty Desai?

The West Indies cricket team has appointed Monty Desai as the batting coach on a two-year contract.

BSNL Rs. 777 broadband plan re-launched for new subscribers

BSNL has re-launched its Rs. 777 broadband plan a.k.a 500GB CUL plan in India. The popular plan comes with some attractive benefits including 500GB of data at 50Mbps and unlimited calling. However, there is a catch.

US Senator Kamala Harris drops out of 2020 Presidential race

United States Senator Kamala Harris on Tuesday announced her withdrawal from the 2020 Presidential race.

Copa America 2020: Title-holders Brazil to start proceedings against Venezuela

The draw for the next edition of Copa America was officially held in Cartagena, Colombia, on Tuesday, as the 12 participating teams were divided into respective groups, besides the fixtures being finalized as well.

1 out 3 women face harassment on call, says Truecaller

Truecaller has released its annual insights report, giving a glimpse at how spammers have been targeting India and other countries.

Premier League, Manchester United vs Tottenham: Preview, Dream11 and stats

Struggling Manchester United face a Tottenham Hotspur side that has made a 100% start under new manager Jose Mourinho.

HP Chromebook x360, with Google Assistant, launched in India

American tech giant HP has launched its latest Chromebook x360 laptop in India.

Supreme Court grants bail to Chidambaram in INX Media case

On Wednesday, the Supreme Court granted bail to senior Congress leader P Chidambaram in the INX Media corruption case.

BS6-compliant Tata Altroz premium hatchback unveiled; bookings commence

Tata Motors Ltd. has unveiled its much-awaited premium hatchback, the Altroz, in India.

Sundar Pichai takes over as Alphabet's CEO: Details here

In a major move, Google co-founders, Larry Page and Sergey Brin, are stepping down from their respective leadership roles at the internet giant's holding company Alphabet.

#FinancialBytes: Five types of credit card frauds to know about

Credit cards play an essential role in our financial lives and are one of the most widely-used cashless payment methods.

#ComicBytes: Popular superheroes who turned into horrible villains

Superheroes give us hope. No matter the situation, they are supposed to never succumb to evil and continue following the right path.

MEA spent Rs. 10 lakh on Modi's book launch: RTI

The Ministry of External Affairs has been chided for delaying the response to an RTI seeking information about the 2018 launch of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's book 'Exam Warriors'.

Hyderabad-based Froogal raises $1 million in Pre-Series A round

Froogal, a Hyderabad-based loyalty and engagement platform which rewards users for their shopping habits, has raised $1 million in a Pre-Series A funding round.

Scarlett Johansson's 'Black Widow' teaser trailer is out

The much-awaited first teaser trailer of Marvel Studios' upcoming solo Black Widow movie, starring Scarlett Johansson in the titular role is out now.

03 Dec 2019

#NewsBytesExclusive: Shanmuga Subramanian explains how he found Vikram's crash site

Earlier today, NASA announced it has located the crash site and debris of India's long-lost Vikram Lander.

Muslim parties' lawyer not 'unwell'; 'maliciously' sacked from Ayodhya case

Senior advocate Rajeev Dhavan, who appeared for Muslim parties in the Ayodhya title dispute case, on Tuesday said that he has been sacked for "nonsensical" reasons.

We are all same: Hrithik pens emotional note on Instagram

Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan, who is fairly active on social media, recently took to Instagram to share an emotional and thought-provoking note.

IPL 2020 auction: Kolkata Knight Riders should target these players

The IPL 2020 auction is all set to be held in Kolkata on December 19, with as many as 971 players slated to go under the hammer.

Xiaomi Mi Credit re-launched: How to apply for a loan

Xiaomi has re-launched its Mi Credit platform in India as an improved version of the service that first went live in May last year.

Interesting facts about 2019 Ballon d'Or Féminin winner Megan Rapinoe

Megan Rapinoe of the United States women's national soccer team (USWNT) created history on Monday after she became the second-ever woman to win the prestigious Ballon d'Or Féminin (honoring the best woman football player over the year).

Handy home decor tips to revamp your house

Renovating your house might seem like a daunting task, and you may initially get duped into thinking that it would kill your bank balance.

India vs West Indies, T20Is: Key players in focus

India and West Indies gear up for three T20Is, starting December 6 in Hyderabad.

#CareerBytes: All you need to know about CA Articleship

Chartered Accountancy (CA) is one of the most sought-after professional courses in India. It is a three-level program comprising Foundation, Intermediate, and Final courses.

It's my intention to return to manage in Europe: Pochettino

Mauricio Pochettino has said he intends to return to management in Europe.

#OutageAlert: HDFC Bank's website, app go down; services disrupted

HDFC Bank, one of India's top private financial institution, has run into a major hiccup.

2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class launched for Rs. 52.75 lakh

German automaker Mercedes-Benz has launched the 2020 edition of its popular SUV, the GLC-Class, in India at a starting price Rs. 52.75 lakh.

Ganguly wants India to play D/N Test in every series

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly is pretty upbeat regarding the Day-Night Tests.

Move over Urban Naxals, the Angry Right Indian is here

From Modi 1.0 to Modi 2.0, a lot of things have changed. His own ideas sound repetitive, and his promises hollow. He wanted to fix so many things, he ended up killing the economy.

Couple commits suicide after allegedly killing their children in Ghaziabad

In a shocking incident, a couple and a woman jumped from the eighth floor of the Krishna Sapphire apartment complex in Indirapuram's Vaibhav Khand, on Tuesday morning.

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New Zealand win Spirit of Cricket award: Details here

Runners-up of ICC World Cup 2019, New Zealand, have been awarded the prestigious Martin-Jenkins Spirit of Cricket award for the best sporting conduct for the year.

Now, Amazon's AI converts patient-doctor conversation into medical record

For years, doctors have been treating patients by spending time with them and then detailing their condition in their medical records.

Federer becomes first living-person to have his face on Swiss-coin

Men's singles 20-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer will become the first living person to have his face on a coin Switzerland.

Crayon Envy e-scooter, with 70km range, launched: Details here

Crayon Motors, a Delhi-headquartered company, has launched its flagship e-scooter, the Envy, in India.

'Dangal' biggest blockbuster; Salman and Sunny Leone most searched celebrities

Aamir Khan's Dangal has been crowned as the biggest blockbuster of the decade, according to Yahoo India's Year in Review (YIR) rankings, released today.

Meet Shanmuga Subramanian, the techie who found Vikram on Moon

On December 3, India woke up to the news of Vikram Lander of Chandrayaan-2 being discovered on the Moon.

Priyam Garg thanks his father after getting U-19 captaincy

India's young gun Priyam Garg created headlines on Monday after being appointed the captain for Team India in the upcoming ICC U-19 World Cup 2020.

Top skin care tips to follow in your 30s

As you age, you need to pay a bit extra attention to your skin care routine.

Xiaomi launches a new 3-in-1 flashlight, power bank, and lamp

As the latest addition to its portfolio of smart home products, Chinese tech giant Xiaomi has launched a new 3-in-1 device in its home country.

Ponting compares the bowling attack of India and Australia

India and Australia are set to lock horns once again in a four-Test series Down Under, late next year.

IPL 2020 auction: Focus on top international players

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 auction is set to be held on December 19.

2020 Jaguar F-Type unveiled, can do 0-100kmph in 3.5 seconds

Jaguar Land Rover has pulled the cover off the 2020 edition of its popular supercar, the F-Type.

DCW chief writes to Modi demanding death penalty for rapists

On Tuesday, Delhi Commission for Women chief Swati Maliwal said the police stopped her from sitting on an indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar.

2nd Test, New Zealand vs England: Here're the records broken

Persistent rain played spoilsport on the final day as hosts New Zealand drew the second Test against England in Hamilton on Tuesday.

Farah Khan to replace Salman as 'Bigg Boss 13' host?

Superstar Salman Khan has become synonymous with the popular Colors TV reality show Bigg Boss.

Modi proposed BJP-NCP alliance in Maharashtra, claims Sharad Pawar

With the Maharashtra political drama settled, Nationalist Congress Party chief Sharad Pawar said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had proposed "working together."

This Android flaw lets hackers steal banking passwords, account money

Google holds a major chunk of the smartphone market with over 2.5 billion active Android devices.

Messi wins Ballon d'Or: 5 biggest moments from 2018-19 season

Football legend Lionel Messi pocketed the Ballon d'Or award for the world's best player for a record sixth time.

Now, you can transfer your Facebook photos/videos to Google Photos

In another effort to give users a sense of control over their data, Facebook is launching a tool to enable instant media transfer.

Realme Winter Sale: Top deals on best-selling Realme smartphones

Chinese tech giant Realme is hosting Realme Winter Sale on its official website.

NASA finds Chandrayaan-2 lander's crash site with Chennai engineer's help

Almost three months after the Chandrayaan-2's Vikram lander crashed on the moon, NASA has found the lander's debris on the lunar surface.

#ComicBytes: Five best marksmen in Marvel Universe

A lot of heroes and villains in Marvel rely on guns, arrows or other throwables to pose a threat. Most notable is Captain America who tosses his shield as an offensive weapon.

#FinancialBytes: Some simple and effective ways to save money

Saving money is one of the biggest challenges faced by many individuals who find it difficult to manage money efficiently.

Huawei Watch GT 2 launching in India on December 5

As a follow-up to its popular Watch GT, Huawei is set to launch the Watch GT 2 in India on December 5.

Xiaomi's 55-inch Mi TV 4X goes on sale in India

Xiaomi's recently-launched 55-inch Mi TV 4X model, which comes as a cheaper alternative to the OnePlus TV and a capable rival to the Motorola TV, has gone on sale in India.

Honda City RS Turbo, with a sportier design, breaks cover

Japanese automaker Honda has unveiled a new RS Turbo version of its popular sedan, the City, at an event in Thailand.