13 Jan 2020

Oscars 2020: 'Joker', 'The Irishman' lead the nominations

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on Monday announced the nominees for the 92nd Oscars awards.

#CareerBytes: Online courses you should pursue to learn digital marketing

A career in the field of digital marketing has become a popular choice among youngsters as it is quite rewarding and offers lucrative job opportunities.

Arrested J&K DSP Davinder Singh sheltered terrorists at home: Report

Two days after Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Superintendent of Police Davinder Singh was arrested with Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) terrorists in Kulgam, a report revealed that the top cop had sheltered the terrorists at his home in Srinagar.

Pravin Tambe not eligible to play IPL 2020: Here's why

Veteran spinner Pravin Tambe might be barred from featuring in the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), after having flouted BCCI's norms.

JP Duminy announces retirement from all forms of cricket

South African all-rounder JP Duminy has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket, ending his 19-year long and illustrious career.

Japanese billionaire looking for a girlfriend for Moon trip

Japanese billionaire Yusaku Maezawa, who is SpaceX's first prospective customer for a round trip to the Moon, is looking for a girlfriend for his lunar voyage.

ISRO to launch a new communication satellite this week

The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is gearing up to launch a new communication satellite on January 17.

Bajaj Chetak e-scooter to be launched tomorrow: What to expect?

Bajaj Auto Ltd., one of the leading two-wheeler manufacturers in India, is all set to launch its iconic Chetak scooter in an all-electric avatar tomorrow.

Five ways to prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs)

Simply put, infections spread from sexual contact are known as sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Some commonly known forms of STIs are herpes, gonorrhea, and HIV, among others.

Soon, Tesla cars will start talking to pedestrians: Here's how

Elon Musk is never boring. Delusional, may be. But never boring.

Retail inflation recorded at 7.35% in December, highest in 5-years

India's retail inflation stood at 7.35% in December last year mainly due to the rise in vegetable prices, data released by the Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation (MoSPI) revealed on Monday.

OnePlus 8 Pro spotted on Geekbench, key specifications revealed

As an upgrade to the OnePlus 7 Pro, the Chinese tech giant OnePlus is all set to launch the OnePlus 8 Pro sometime in mid-2020.

Five takeaways from the inaugural ATP Cup

The 2020 season of tennis is off to an interesting start, with the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) introducing a new tournament in the form of ATP Cup.

2020 Jaguar F-Type listed on company's India website, launch imminent

2020 Jaguar F-Type, the flagship sports car which made its global debut last year, is all set to be launched in India soon.

Five weird weight-loss tricks that actually work

Tired of hearing the same old-school suggestions for losing weight? We feel you.

Sehwag uses an interesting analogy for five-day Tests: Details here

The cricketing world has been discussing the proposal put forward by the ICC to have mandatory four-day Tests from 2023.

Windows 7 losing support! Get free Windows 10 upgrade immediately

If you are still using the decade-old Windows 7 operating system, now is the time to upgrade to the newer, fancier Windows 10.

Entry-level Harley-Davidson motorcycle to be launched in June: Details here

A few days back, we reported that Harley-Davidson has partnered with Chinese Qianjiang Motorcycle Co. (the company which owns Benelli brand) to introduce an entry-level cruiser for Chinese and Indian markets, and that it would hit production soon.

Restoring virginity: How UK doctors profit from young women's fears

Doctors in the United Kingdom are profiting off the vulnerabilities of young women by conducting secret "hymen repair" surgeries, an investigation has found.

With big players missing, Congress' meeting on CAA bites dust

Today, Congress convened a meeting of opposition in New Delhi to prepare a strategy on pressing issues like the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), National Population Register (NPR), and National Register of Citizens (NRC).

#CareerBytes: Follow these 7 YouTube channels for Class-12 math preparation

Preparing for mathematics, widely regarded as one of the most difficult subjects, could be quite challenging for many students.

Can India draw first blood against Australia in opening ODI?

India continue their home season as they host visitors Australia in the opening ODI of the three-match series at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Tuesday.

Lohri 2020: Celebrate with these five easy yet lip-smacking recipes

Lohri, the holy festival which marks the onset of the harvest season in India, is here.

Walmart India fires over 50 employees, including top executives

In a major shocker, Walmart Inc., the largest retailer in the world, has taken the decision to lay off more than 50 of its employees in India, including a bunch of senior-to-mid level executives.

Delhi: Jamia's students protest outside V-C Najma Akhtar's office

The celebrated Jamia Millia Islamia University in New Delhi witnessed a fresh bout of tension on Monday after dozens of students gheraoed Vice-Chancellor Najma Akhtar's office demanding registration of FIR against police in connection to last month's violence.

Amid anger against CAA, Adityanath sends refugees' list to Centre

While some states are protesting against the contentious Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) with all their might, Uttar Pradesh has started implementing it.

Nokia's 55-inch 4K Android TV goes on sale in India

Nokia's 55-inch 4K Android TV, which was launched in India last month, has gone on another flash sale today.

No song and dance sequences in Sanjay Bhansali's 'Gangubai Kathiawadi'?

It is hard to think of a Sanjay Leela Bhansali film without picturing extravagant sets and heavy costumes.

Sergio Aguero scripts incredible record: Details here

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola was all praise for his club's Argentine forward Sergio Aguero after he produced a record-breaking performance against Aston Villa on Sunday.

JNU violence: Delhi HC issues notice to Google, WhatsApp, Apple

The Delhi High Court on Monday issued a notice to Google, WhatsApp, and Apple, on a plea seeking the preservation of evidence of the January 5 violence at Jawaharlal Nehru University.

Sabarimala review: SC grants parties three-weeks' time to file suggestions

On Monday, a nine-judge constitutional bench of the Supreme Court began hearing pleas relating to discrimination that women face in places of worship like Sabarimala, mosques, and Parsi temples.

Australian government air-drops 1,000kg food to save animals amid bushfires

As the dreadful bushfires continue to rage across Eastern Australia, the government has stepped up to save the affected wildlife.

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BS6 TVS Apache RR 310 to be launched on January-25

In a new development, TVS Motor Company has confirmed that it would launch the BS6-compliant version of its popular sports tourer, the RR 310, in India on January 25.

Dummy execution for Nirbhaya's rapists performed at Tihar jail

For the first time in history, four men will be hanged simultaneously inside New Delhi's Tihar jail on January 22. And on Sunday, prison authorities performed a dummy execution to test noose's strength.

Key opposition meet on CAA today; Mamata, Mayawati to skip

Congress has convened a key meeting this afternoon to fine-tune a strategy against the contentious Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), National Register of Citizens (NRC), and the National Population Register (NPR).

#CBSE2020: How can Class-10 students overcome fear of Mathematics?

Mathematics is a challenging subject and can be a nightmare for many Class-10 students, who are scared of the subject as it involves a vast syllabus, formulae, and concepts.

#ComicBytes: Five Marvel villains who are stronger than the Hulk

The Hulk is the benchmark of strength in the Marvel universe and for a good reason.

2020 Triumph Street Triple S not coming to India: Report

All those who were waiting for the 2020 Triumph Street Triple S, the superbike which was unveiled recently in India, here's some bad news for you.

Five Ayurvedic remedies to help you get glowing, soft skin

Bringing along holidays and a lot of fun, winter is surely a great time of the year.

#DealOfTheDay: Blaupunkt's 55-inch 4K TV available with 50% discount

If you are planning to buy a new smart TV with a mesmerizing viewing experience, room-filling audio quality, featuring Android interface and Netflix support, then this might be an exciting deal for you.

12 Jan 2020

BCCI announces India's squad for T20Is against New Zealand

The Indian cricket team is all set to tour New Zealand for five T20Is, three ODIs and two Tests.

Meet Pawan Jallad, the man who will execute Nirbhaya convicts

Anyone who commits heinous crimes like the Nirbhaya case deserves to be hanged, says Pawan Jallad, an executioner from Meerut.

Bookings for Toyota Vellfire MPV live in India: Details here

A few days back, we reported that Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) will launch its flagship MPV (multi-purpose vehicle), the Vellfire, in India in early 2020.

Five stunning volcanoes around the world you should visit

If you're bored of heading to the same-old hills and beaches and seek an adrenaline-pumping adventure trip, consider visiting the spectacular volcanoes of the world.

JNU violence: Delhi Police issues notices to 9 suspects

The Delhi Police on Saturday issued notices to nine suspects for their alleged involvement in the violence at the Jawaharlal Nehru University.

Sachin Tendulkar's 2011 World Cup moment nominated for Laureus award

Indian cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar has won a countless number of awards in his illustrious career, while he continues to do so even post retirement.

Tata Harrier becomes expensive by upto Rs. 45,000: Details here

In a major move, Tata Motors has increased the prices of its popular SUV, the Harrier, in India.

Marcus Stoinis smashes 147* in BBL: List of records broken

Melbourne Stars put up a dominating display, especially with the bat, as they beat Sydney Sixers by 44 runs in the ongoing Big Bash League (BBL) at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Sunday.

India vs Australia, ODIs: Key players to watch out for

India and Australia are set to face each other in a three-match ODI series, starting January 14.

2020 Skoda Superb spotted testing in India: What has changed?

A few days back, we reported that Czech automaker Skoda is working on launching the 2020 edition of Superb sedan in India and that it will be launched as a petrol-only model.

Our allegiance is to the Constitution, says Army Chief Naravane

Indian Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane on Saturday that the force's allegiance is to the Constitution of India and its core values of justice, equality and fraternity, enshrined in the Preamble.

Should Xavi replace Ernesto Valverde as Barcelona coach?

Although Barcelona are in the title race for La Liga this season, their performance has been far from impressive.

Australia bushfires: Warne, Ponting to captain one-off fundraising match

With Australia facing a severe crisis in the form of bushfires plaguing the nation, a one-off fundraiser cricket match is set to be played on February 8.

Box office: 'Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior' roars past 'Chhapaak'

This weekend saw the first major Bollywood box office clash of the new year, with the release of Ajay Devgn's 100th film Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior and Deepika Padukone-led Chhapaak.

#TechBytes: Top 5 smartphones with 64MP main camera

2019 was nothing less than eventful for smartphone lovers, especially for mobile photography enthusiasts.

Jasprit Bumrah to receive BCCI's Polly Umrigar award: Details here

India's current top pacer Jasprit Bumrah is set to be recognized for his achievements by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

Women's ICC World T20: Harmanpreet Kaur to lead Team India

The Indian women's cricket team will be led by Harmanpreet Kaur in the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup in Australia in February this year.

#CareerBytes: Everything to know about IEI's Professional Engineers (PE) Certification

A career in the field of engineering is one of the most sought-after professions in the country.

Cheteshwar Pujara hits 50th FC ton: List of records scripted

India's senior cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara joined an elite list of cricketers after scoring a century in First-Class cricket against Karnataka.

Shikhar Dhawan unfazed by India's top order dilemma

Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan has been having injury troubles of late, leading to him being in and out of the side for some time now.

J&K cop, decorated with bravery medal, caught with 2 terrorists

A senior police officer was caught traveling with two terrorists on Saturday in the Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir.

Farhan Akhtar and Shibani Dandekar to get married in 2020?

Actors Farhan Akhtar and Shibani Dandekar are all set to tie the knot by the end of this year, according to reports. The two have been dating for around two years now.

Facebook's redesigned new look starts rolling out

"The New Facebook," which is the redesigned avatar of the social network's desktop website, has finally started rolling out.

Premier League 2019-20: All the Key numbers from gameweek 22

Gameweek 22 of the Premier League saw another fascinating set of results to light up the ongoing season further.

Sensitive Skype, Cortana recordings reviewed on insecured PCs in China

A few months ago, Motherboard made a shocking revelation that Microsoft has been sending "poorly secured" Cortana and Skype recordings to human contractors.

Here're the records scripted by Liverpool so far in 2019-20

English giants Liverpool have been on a record-breaking run since the last year and it all started with their UEFA Champions League title win.

2020 Jeep Compass facelift spotted testing: What has changed?

Jeep is gearing up to launch the 2020 edition of its popular SUV, the Compass, in India sometime around mid-2020.

CAA to give citizenship, not snatch it: Modi in Kolkata

Amid widespread protests over the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), National Register of Citizens (NRC) and National Population Register (NPR), Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday repeated himself saying that CAA is not about snatching anyone's citizenship.

#NewsBytesWeeklyRecap: Big CES announcements, security issues, and more in tech

The second week of January was all about consumer tech, thanks to the biggest tech fest of the year - the Consumer Electronics Show.

#CBSE2020: Preparation strategy post pre-board examinations for Class 12

The Class 12 Board Examinations are crucial as they play an important role in shaping a student's career and future.

Five DC Universe weapons comparable to Thor's Stormbreaker

Most people were introduced to Thor's majestic 'Thanos-killing-kind' weapon in Avengers: Infinity War.

For the second consecutive year, Oscars ceremony to go hostless

Following last year's practice, the 2020 Oscars ceremony will not have any host.

Mercedes-Benz to introduce EQ electric vehicle brand in India

Mercedes-Benz is all set to introduce its electric vehicle brand, the EQ, in India at an event on January 14.

Five habits to improve your daily workout routine

Are you tired of instructing yourself to start working out and then not following up? We feel you.