24 Dec 2019

'Chhapaak': Writer moves Bombay High Court against Deepika Padukone's film

Deepika Padukone-starrer biographical-drama movie Chhapaak is in trouble.

How to keep your dog active (indoors) this winter

Frosty days and chilly winds are here!

Heavy snowfall causes 4 km traffic jam near Manali

With vacations and snow-capped Himalayan peaks beckoning tourists, several thronged the state of Himachal Pradesh.

#CareerBytes: 5 preparation tips to crack BITSAT in first attempt

The Birla Institute of Technology & Science Admission Test (BITSAT) is one of the most popular and toughest national-level engineering entrance exams.

Uninstall ToTok messenger, it is UAE's surveillance app

When Israeli malware was caught spying on WhatsApp chats of thousands of activists, journalists, and academicians, we knew that the nightmares of dystopian state surveillance are coming to life.

IPL 2020: Squad analysis of Royal Challengers Bangalore

Royal Challengers Bangalore added quality in the ranks during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 auction last week.

Jio's New Year offer provides unlimited services at Rs. 2,020

Reliance Jio has introduced an attractive '2020 Happy New Year offer' wherein the company is providing one year of "unlimited services" for Rs. 2,020.

India to get first Chief of Defense Staff: Details here

In what qualifies as a historic move, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) on Tuesday approved the position of Chief of Defense Staff (CDS), months after Prime Minister Narendra Modi made the announcement in his Independence Day speech.

Premier League: Reasons why Chelsea will finish in top four

Chelsea's 2-0 win against Tottenham in gameweek 18 of the Premier League bolstered their chances to gain a significant hold in the standings.

NPR green-lit by Modi Cabinet; Rs. 3,941 cr budget approved

As nationwide protests over the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and the National Register of Citizens (NRC) continue, the Union Cabinet on Tuesday green-lit the National Population Register (NPR).

Why leave Muslims: BJP's Chandra Bose, Netaji's relative, questions CAA

The Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) has put Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at the receiving end of criticism, with many saying that the ruling party didn't pay attention to India's secular nature.

ICC Test Rankings: Kohli retains top spot, Babar rises

Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli continued his lead in the latest ICC Test Rankings for Batsmen, which was released on Tuesday.

Ben Stokes misses training with father in critical condition

England all-rounder Ben Stokes will miss training on Tuesday after his father was admitted to a hospital.

School principal, teacher attack 15-year-old with acid in Mumbai

A teenager in Mumbai suffered severe burn injuries after she was allegedly attacked with acid by the principal of her alma mater.

#CareerBytes: How to prepare for Actuarial Common Entrance Test (ACET)?

After Class-12, students today have a plethora of courses offered in various interesting fields to choose from.

Sooraj Barjatya's son to make directorial debut with Salman Khan?

Following family tradition, Sooraj Barjatya's son Devansh will reportedly make his directorial debut with a film starring superstar Salman Khan.

Anti-CAA protests: Rahul, Priyanka Gandhi stopped from entering UP's Meerut

Currently, tensions are high across India due to the controversial Citizenship Amendment Act. But it seems, BJP doesn't want any opposition party, especially Congress, to milk the opportunity.

Australia's David Warner declared fit for Boxing Day Test

Australia's opening star batsman David Warner has been declared fit for the team's second Test against New Zealand, starting December 26.

CAA-stir: Protest begins at Delhi's Mandi House, Section 144 imposed

The protest against the contentious Citizenship Amendment Act has taken center stage in Delhi, again, courtesy a protest march called by Swaraj India's Yogendra Yadav.

Deepak Chahar faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines

Indian pacer Deepak Chahar is all set to face a lengthy spell on the sidelines after aggravating his back injury.

Amazon Alexa tells user to kill herself for 'greater good'

Recently, a paramedic student in the United Kingdom was left horrified after seeking the help of Amazon's virtual assistant Alexa to study.

#CareerBytes: Preparing for IELTS? Here are 5 tips for you

The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is a standardized English language proficiency test for non-native English speakers jointly conducted by Cambridge Assessment English, the British Council, and IDP: IELTS Australia.

Vernon Philander set to retire: A look at his achievements

Veteran South Africa all-rounder Vernon Philander has announced his impending retirement from international cricket.

IIT-Madras' German student made Nazi reference during CAA protest; deported

A German student, studying at IIT-Madras, was asked to leave India after he took part in protests against the newly-implemented Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), multiple reports said.

This is the world's 'coolest' LEGO set. Literally!

When you look at LEGO bricks, you see simple toys designed to create some really cool stuff.

Modi-led BJP loses 5th state in one year: Details here

The Narendra Modi government at the Centre may have returned to power with a thumping victory, but there is no denying that the "Modi wave" has waned, at least as far as the regional politics is concerned.

After Airtel, Jio VoWi-Fi is also live: Details here

Reliance Jio has started rolling-out its VoWi-Fi feature in India as it looks to take on Bharti Airtel which launched its Wi-Fi calling feature in the country earlier this month.

India in middle of significant economic slowdown, must act: IMF

That India is going through one of its worst economic slowdowns is not news anymore. And keeping the same crisis in mind, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has asked the Indian government to take action.

Famous football tricks and players who invented them

Football is one of the most followed sports and it brings joy to millions of fans around the globe.

#ComicBytes: Five powers you didn't know Thor had

Thor is the Asgardian God of Thunder and both the comics and films have portrayed him as one of the most powerful characters in Marvel.

2020 Mahindra Scorpio spotted testing in India: What has changed?

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., one of the leading automobile manufacturers in India, is working to launch the 2020 edition of its Scorpio SUV in mid-2020.

Realme to launch a more affordable variant of X2 Pro

Rivaling Redmi K20 Pro, the Chinese tech giant Realme is working to launch a more affordable variant of its first-ever flagship smartphone, the X2 Pro, in India.

Facts about peacocks you probably didn't know

When it comes to the most stunning creatures in the world, nothing comes close to a peacock.

23 Dec 2019

Kangana Ranaut issues rail tickets at CST station: Here's why

In an interesting development, Kangana Ranaut and her team came up with a fascinating way to promote her upcoming sports-drama movie Panga.

Ampere launches Reo Elite e-scooter for Rs. 45,000

Ampere Vehicles, a Bengaluru-based EV start-up, has launched the Reo Elite two-wheeler in India.

Six handy tips to decorate small homes

In small homes and spaces, literally every corner counts.

JioFiber users now getting free access to popular OTT platforms

Reliance Jio has finally started offering free access to some of the popular OTT platforms to all its eligible JioFiber users.

#CareerBytes: How to become an Income Tax Inspector in India?

Government jobs are a dream for many and are the most preferred career option for a lot of youngsters in the country.

OnePlus Red Cable Club reward program launched in India

OnePlus has launched a Red Cable Club membership program in India as a new initiative that promises to reward members with exclusive benefits.

Jharkhand elections: BJP loses another state, Hemant Soren emerges victorious

Today, BJP faced a humiliating defeat as the state of Jharkhand slipped through its hands.

IPL 2020: Squad analysis of Delhi Capitals

Delhi Capitals were superb in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 auction.

Jamal Khashoggi murder: Saudi court hands death penalty to 5

Over a year after journalist Jamal Khashoggi was murdered, a court in Saudi Arabia sentenced five people to death in connection with the incident.

BCCI announces India's squad for Lanka T20Is and Australia ODIs

The BCCI announced Team India's squad for the upcoming limited-overs assignments against Sri Lanka and Australia.

2019 cricket: Rohit tops ODI charts, Kohli shines across formats

India beat West Indies 2-1 in the three-match ODI series to end 2019 on a high.

Yamaha Ray ZR 125 Fi to be launched in February

Yamaha, which had recently unveiled the BS6-compliant Ray ZR 125 Fi scooter alongside the launch of Fascino 125 Fi, is working to launch the former in India soon.

BBL game abandoned, Australia's Siddle treated for smoke inhalation

Australia's veteran Test bowler Peter Siddle was treated for smoke inhalation after a Big Bash League (BBL) match in Canberra was abandoned at the weekend because of toxic bushfire haze.

Meet Hemant Soren, who could be Jharkhand's next CM

With every passing hour, things are getting clearer about Jharkhand elections.

Five ways to practise mindful eating

In simple terms, mindful eating refers to the practice of eating with your full focus, while paying attention to the food, without any distractions.

#CareerBytes: Best online platforms for taking JEE 2020 mock tests

Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) is the country's most challenging engineering entrance exam conducted for admission to top institutes. JEE comprises Main and Advanced exams.

After 2.5 years, missing teenager found from suspected pedophile's closet

A German teenager, who went missing over two years ago, was found on Friday from the closet of a suspected pedophile.

Flipkart sale: Top deals on best-selling Nokia phones

If you are planning to buy a new smartphone with premium design, pure Android interface, and impressive cameras, now might be a good time.

A look at Team India's ODI journey in 2019

Team India had a reasonable 2019 and the side produced some valiant displays across formats.

#JharkhandResults2019: BJP trails, but CM Raghubar remains confident

Counting of votes for 81-seated Jharkhand Assembly is underway and early trends brought nothing but bad news for the ruling BJP.

Didn't permit Priyanka Chopra for biopic: Ma Anand Sheela

In a new development, Alia Bhatt will play the role of Ma Anand Sheela, the controversial former personal secretary of mysterious godman Bhagwan Rajneesh (Osho).

Pakistan's Naseem Shah claims this superb record in Test cricket

Pakistan's teenager Naseem Shah etched his name on the history books by becoming the youngest fast bowler in the history of cricket to register a five-for in Test cricket.

Kia Motors to launch an all-electric version of Seltos: Report

Kia Motors is working to launch a fully-electric version of its popular subcompact SUV, the Seltos, according to The KEEA.

Dissecting Modi's recent speech: The many lies he peddled

On Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed an election rally at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan ahead of Delhi Assembly polls next year.

On SpiceJet flight, passenger confronts Pragya Thakur, video goes viral

BJP's Pragya Thakur, infamous for finding her way to controversies, is back in the news. The parliamentarian from Bhopal filed a complaint against SpiceJet claiming its crew misbehaved with her.

Down with fever: Bachchan to skip National Film Awards ceremony

Bollywood veteran Amitabh Bachchan on Sunday revealed that he will not be able to attend the National Film Awards ceremony in Delhi on Monday (December 23). He said he is down with fever and is not allowed to travel.

Rohit Sharma to take a break from cricket: Details here

Senior Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma has been playing non-stop cricket for a while now.

Huawei patents smartphone design with triple-lens rotating camera

Huawei is working on a new smartphone that will have a rotating camera mechanism to offer a full-screen design, similar to the likes of ASUS 6Z and Samsung Galaxy A80.

#CareerBytes: Didn't clear UPSC CSE Interview? Here are other options

The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) is one of the most popular and challenging competitive exams. It consists of three stages: Prelims, Mains, and Personality Test/Interview.

Six of the best Bollywood sleeper hits of the decade

They came, they struggled, and then they conquered.

#JharkhandResults2019 : JMM-Congress-RJD alliance leading on 25, BJP on 29

In Jharkhand, the ruling BJP is locked in a tight battle with the grand alliance of JMM, Congress, and RJD, suggest early trends.

Husqvarna Svartpilen 200 to be launched in India in 2020

KTM-owned Husqvarna, which debuted in India with the Svartpilen 250 and Vitpilen 250 bikes a few days back, is working to launch a 200cc model of the Svartpilen.

Apple, Google, Amazon teaming up to build open smart home

In a major move, Apple, Google, and Amazon are teaming up for a project to create open smart homes.

Delhi: 9 dead after fire breaks out at cloth warehouse

Nine people died and ten others were injured after a cloth warehouse in Delhi's Kirari area caught fire on the intervening night of Sunday and Monday.

Jharkhand elections 2019: Counting begins; will BJP retain the state?

Counting of votes for the 81-seated Jharkhand assembly began at 8 am today.

#CBSE2020: How to prepare for Class 10 board exams subject-wise?

A student's performance in CBSE Class 10 board exams is crucial as it decides which stream one should choose for a bright career.

#ComicBytes: Five deadliest villains of the Justice League

The Justice League is the premiere superhero team of the DC universe. It is considered to be the counterparts of Marvel's Avengers.

Realme X50 5G's battery to charge 70% in 30 minutes

After introducing its first-ever flagship smartphone, the X2 Pro, the Chinese tech giant Realme is working to launch its first 5G handset, the X50 5G, in its home country.

Toyota to launch BS6-compliant Yaris sedan soon

In order to meet the upcoming emission norms, Japanese automaker Toyota is working to launch the BS6-compliant version of its mid-sized sedan, the Yaris, before April 2020 deadline.