03 Jan 2020

Why Huawei phones are flagging Google Allo as 'security threat'?

Though Huawei and Google may not have the best of relations (thanks to the US trade ban), they both are doing everything possible to keep the sanctions from affecting the end-consumers.

What are the responsibilities of India's Chief of Defence Staff?

On Monday, General Bipin Rawat stepped into the role of the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS).

#CareerBytes: ICAI CA May 2020 exam dates announced; Details here

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

Rolls-Royce is developing world's fastest electric plane: See pictures

As NASA continues with the vision of building the X-59 quiet supersonic jet, Rolls-Royce is setting its eyes on mastering the field of electric flight.

#HealthBytes: Five ways to improve your sex life

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

Realme 2020 Sale: Discounts and offers on popular Realme smartphones

In order to attract more customers, Realme is hosting Realme 2020 Sale on Flipkart and its official website.

Roger Federer could script these records during Australian Open 2020

Tennis GOAT Roger Federer had a dominant year of 2019, scripting some top records and reaching milestones, which also included winning his 100th ATP title.

R-Day tableaux rejected; Kerala, Maharashtra take up arms against Centre

Not that there ever was any dearth of controversies in India's politics that now Republic Day has found itself at the center of a row.

India vs Sri Lanka, T20Is: Players to watch out for

India and Sri Lanka gear up for a three-match T20I series, starting Sunday.

Vivo S1 Pro, with 48MP main camera, launched in India

As an addition to its portfolio of mid-range smartphones, Vivo has launched the S1 Pro in India today.

Create an app for Bill Gates, win Rs. 36 lakh

If you are looking to use your technical expertise to make quick money then Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has something that might fit the bill.

Top commander killed by US, Iran's leader vows revenge

Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is angry and has vowed to take revenge from criminals (read the United States) who killed the country's top commander Qasem Soleimani in an airstrike at Baghdad Airport on Friday.

People call for boycott of Farhan Akhtar's 'Toofan': Here's why

Even as Farhan Akhtar shared his much-awaited first look from the upcoming sports film Toofan, a section of netizens wasn't quite pleased with Farhan and his film.

India vs Sri Lanka, T20Is: Focus on Dhawan and Bumrah

Team India is set to host Sri Lanka in a three-match T20I series, starting Sunday.

PCB warns players to maintain fitness or receive reduced salaries

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has taken a bold step towards the fitness of its players.

These are MSK Prasad's 10 best back-ups for Team India

Team India has witnessed the evolution of some quality players in the past few years.

Government won't move an inch on CAA, announces Amit Shah

At a time when protests against the newly-implemented Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) have swept the nation, Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced that the government will not withdraw the law.

Shocking! YouTube videos for kids caught featuring adult content

Even years after dominating as the biggest video streaming service, YouTube misses the most basic thing expected from such platforms - moderation of dangerous content.

Here's why Ryan Giggs feels sorry for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

English giants Manchester United have been having a shaky season in the Premier League, as they are placed fifth in the table.

Who was Qassem Soleimani, the Iranian General US killed?

Earlier on Friday, the United States confirmed to have killed Iranian Major-General Qassem Soleimani in an airstrike at Iraq's Baghdad Airport.

Shane Warne slams 'overrated' warm ups in cricket: Details here

England, who have been battling with several illness and injuries to players in the Test squad, suffered another blow in the build-up to the second Test against South Africa.

In Maharashtra Cabinet, NCP expected to get lion's share

Sharad Pawar's Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) could emerge as the biggest winner in Maharashtra, as it is all poised to get key Cabinet berths like Home, Finance, Irrigation, and Housing, reports NDTV.

#CareerBytes: JEE-Main admission criteria for NITs, IIITs, state engineering colleges

In India, the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) is the most competitive engineering entrance exam conducted for admission to the country's top institutes.

SHOCKING! Shubman Gill abuses umpire during Ranji Trophy tie

In a controversial moment during the ongoing Ranji Trophy, Punjab opener Shubman Gill reportedly abused an umpire during their tie against Delhi, being played at the IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali on Friday.

Lynn, Kyrgios to donate money to Australia bushfire victims

Chris Lynn has pledged to donate 250 dollars for victims of bushfires raging around Australia.

#BugAlert: Xiaomi security camera shows live feed from other homes

When people install security cameras, they expect a solution to check in on their house and family, whenever needed.

Australia vs New Zealand: Records scripted by Marnus Labuschagne

Australia took charge against New Zealand in the third Test being held at the SCG.

Mi Super Sale: Top deals on best-selling Xiaomi smartphones

In an attempt to ramp up sales, Chinese tech giant Xiaomi is hosting Mi Super Sale on its platform, which kicked-off on January 1 and will be live till January 8.

IndiGo ordered to compensate fliers who found cockroach on flight

An IndiGo flight from Pune to Delhi on December 31, 2018, turned horrifying for two passengers, who found a cockroach on the aircraft.

UP Police serves notice to dead man after anti-CAA protests

Much has been said about Uttar Pradesh Police's handling of protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act in the state last month.

Cristiano Ronaldo could break these records in 2020

Portuguese football sensation Cristiano Ronaldo had a memorable year of 2019.

Honor 9X to be launched in India on January 14

Honor is working to launch its premium mid-ranger, the Honor 9X, in India.

Five successful Indian-origin CEOs in Silicon Valley to know about

Indians have been making a mark in the global tech space for many decades, playing an important role in the industry and contributing in various ways.

Iran's top commander Qasem Soleimani killed in United States strike

Qasem Soleimani, the top commander of Iran's Revolutionary Guards, a US-designated Foreign Terrorist Organization, was killed in an operation carried out by the United States, Pentagon confirmed on Friday.

Citing threats, United States asks airlines to avoid Pakistani airspace

The United States has asked all its airlines and pilots to be careful while using Pakistani airspace due to "extremist or militant activity".

#CBSE2020: How to score over 90% in Class 10 Science?

For CBSE Class 10 students, Science is one of the main subjects, but many of them find it difficult as the subject involves vast syllabus and a lot of concepts.

#ComicBytes: List of astonishing powers of Doctor Strange

The master of mystic arts is no 'stranger' to extraordinary powers. He has been the Sorcerer-Supreme of Earth for a long time now, and has faced some pretty powerful enemies.

BS6 Mahindra XUV500 to be available only with manual transmission

In an attempt to meet the upcoming emission norms, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. is working to launch the BS6-compliant version of its popular seven-seater car, the XUV500.

How to make your home dog-friendly

Before bringing home a furry friend, ask yourself whether your abode is pet-friendly or not.

Google's AI can detect breast cancer more accurately than experts

DeepMind, Google's AI research company, is using its technology for a bigger (and much needed) task - breast cancer detection.

02 Jan 2020

Ranveer rents flat for Rs. 7.25 lakh/month in Deepika's building

Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh has reportedly rented an apartment for a whopping Rs. 7.25 lakh per month in Beaumonde Towers, located in Mumbai's Prabhadevi.

What is PFI and why does UP want it banned?

The Uttar Pradesh Police has sought to ban the organization, the Popular Front of India (PFI), suspecting its complicity in the violent protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act in the state, which have claimed 19 lives.

Want to keep your schedule private? Try the fully-encrypted ProtonCalendar

If you have grown tired of using Google/Microsoft's Calendars (and sharing personal data with them in the process), there is a new solution on offer - from the house of Proton.

5 Indian social activists you must know about

In any country, social activism is crucial to bring about social changes to ensure the betterment of society.

LG

LG's rollable TV can be pulled down from the ceiling

LG is betting big on the idea of rollable TVs. Last year at CES, the company showcased a 65-inch television that rolled up from an aluminum base.

Anti-CAA stir: 'Vandals' get seven days for responding to notices

Yogi Adityanath led Uttar Pradesh government has gone where no other state went before — it is making rioters pay for damaging public property.

Netplus Broadband launches IPTV set-top box in India

Netplus Broadband, one of the major broadband service providers in North India, has expanded its services in the country by foraying into the IPTV segment.

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Woman claims to be singer Anuradha Paudwal's daughter; files case

A 45-year-old woman from Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram has claimed that she is the daughter of popular Bollywood playback singer Anuradha Paudwal.

Xiaomi, OPPO, Vivo teaming up to enable file-sharing without internet

Even years after the launch of Apple's AirDrop, Android users don't have a native solution to transfer files without using the internet.

Brian Lara backs Team India to win all ICC tournaments

Former West Indian cricket legend Brian Lara feels Virat Kohli-led Team India can clinch all the ICC tournaments on offer.

South Africa vs England, 2nd Test: Preview, Dream11 and more

South Africa will look gain a solid hand against England in the upcoming second Test match, starting January 3.

Kota: 103 infants die at one hospital in a month

The recent reports of children's deaths at the JK Lon Hospital in Kota, Rajasthan, have raised a serious alarm about the healthcare provisions at the facility.

Soon, Xiaomi phones could use India's own version of GPS

Xiaomi could soon become the first smartphone maker to offer navigation services with the Indian version of the Global Positioning System (GPS).

Bookings for Kia Carnival start unofficially: Details here

A few days back, we reported that Kia Motors India was planning to launch its second four-wheeler, the Carnival, in the country.

BJP's Giriraj Singh is concerned that Indians eat beef abroad

Union Minister Giriraj Singh, who fancies being called a loyal worker of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), made it to headlines due to his statements, yet again.

Thiem feels 2020 can see a new Grand Slam champion

Over the last decade, the likes of Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal went on to dominate the tennis circuit in a big way.

Realme X2 Pro (6GB RAM variant) goes on sale

Chinese tech giant Realme has launched the most affordable variant of its first-ever flagship handset, the X2 Pro, in India.

TRAI reduces cable-pricing: 200 channels now available at Rs. 153

After several calls of concern, Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has made amendments to New Tariff Order (NTO), the regulatory framework that went into effect in April 2019 and gave consumers an option to pay for what they watch.

Ish Sodhi roped in as Rajasthan Royals' spin consultant

New Zealand spinner Ish Sodhi has been appointed the spin consultant by Rajasthan Royals for the upcoming 13th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020.

It's unconstitutional: Kerala Governor dismisses Assembly's resolution against CAA

Kerala's Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan got the state Assembly to back his stand on the controversial Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). This week, the legislators passed a resolution blocking the Act's implementation in the state.

Farhan Akhtar shares his first look from sports film 'Toofan'

On Thursday, Farhan Akhtar gave an amazing New Year gift to his fans, as he shared his first look from the upcoming sports-drama film Toofan. Farhan will be seen playing the role of a professional boxer in the movie.

#CareerBytes: What career opportunities do you have after clearing UGC-NET?

The UGC National Eligibility Test (NET), conducted by the National Testing Agency, is one of the toughest exams in India.

Records which Rohit Sharma can break in 2020

Indian senior opening batsman Rohit Sharma had a terrific 2019 with the bat and helped India do well across formats.

Assam: Videos of police violence at anti-CAA protests viral

Reports of police brutality emerge from Assam as protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act continued on the first day of the new year.

Anti-CAA protests: Jailed activist reunites with 14-month-old daughter after weeks

For weeks now, baby Ayra (or Champak as she is called at home), was living with her relatives as her activist parents, Ekta and Ravi Shekhar, were jailed for participating in the anti-Citizenship Act protests in Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi.

Australia vs New Zealand, 3rd Test: Preview, Dream11 and more

Australia will be aiming to win the three-match Test series against New Zealand by a 3-0 margin.

Who is Hardik Pandya's fiance Natasa Stankovic?

On Wednesday, Team India all-rounder Hardik Pandya got engaged to Serbian actress/model Natasa Stankovic in Dubai. The 26-year-old star cricketer took to Instagram to announce his engagement.

Tata Sons moves SC over Cyrus Mistry's reinstatement

Tata Sons Ltd on Thursday moved the Supreme Court against the reinstatement of Cyrus Mistry as Executive Chairman of the company.

LG patents smartphone case with a built-in flexible display

While the likes of Samsung and Huawei are looking to take an early lead in the foldable smartphone market, LG is exploring a different route.

Bengal's tableau won't be seen at R-Day parade this year

In what could ignite fresh tensions between Centre, ruled by BJP, and the Trinamool government in West Bengal, the Ministry of Defense rejected the state's tableau proposal for Republic Day parade.

Premier League 2019-20: All the important stats from gameweek 21

Gameweek 21 of the Premier League saw nine games being played on January 1 of the new year.

Renault's upcoming sub-4m SUV to be called Kiger: Report

Rivaling Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza and Hyundai Creta, French automaker Renault is working to launch its sub-4m compact SUV in India in the second half of 2020.

JEE

#CareerBytes: Tips for JEE-Main 2020 aspirants from last year's toppers

Joint Entrance Examination (JEE), comprising Main and Advanced, is the most challenging engineering entrance exam in the country.

Arsenal get first win under Mikel Arteta, overcome Manchester United

Arsenal claimed a first win under manager Mikel Arteta.

Peeragarhi: Burning building collapses; 1 killed, 14 injured

One firefighter died and 14 people suffered injuries after a battery factory in Delhi's Peeragarhi caught fire on Thursday.

J&K: Politicians detained at MLA hostel to be released

The new year has brought some good news for Jammu and Kashmir politicians who were detained at MLA hostel in Srinagar.

#ComicBytes: Did you know these interesting facts about Captain America?

Captain America is the most honorable hero of all time. He has worked with some of the greatest heroes to defeat some of the worst villains in the Marvel Universe.

#CBSE2020: Tips to score over 90% in Class-10 Social Sciences

Social Sciences is a subject dreaded by a majority of CBSE Class 10 students; many students find the subject difficult as it involves a vast syllabus.

Sporting events you should not miss in 2020

A new year has kicked in and the sporting world is all set to witness another action-packed and eventful 12-months ahead.

All-new 2020 Mahindra Thar spotted testing: Here's everything to know

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., one of India's leading four-wheeler manufacturers, is working to launch the second-generation of its popular SUV, the Thar.

Samsung Galaxy M21's key specifications leaked: Details here

As an upgrade to its popular mid-range Galaxy M20 smartphone, South Korean tech giant Samsung is working to launch the Galaxy M21, according to SamMobile.