24 Feb 2020

Realme X50 Pro 5G v/s OnePlus 7T: Which is better?

As India's first 5G-enabled smartphone, Realme has launched the X50 Pro 5G in the country today. The handset arrives with some generous specifications and features including a 90Hz AMOLED screen, 64MP quad-lens rear camera, industry-leading 65W fast-charging technology, and top-of-the-line internals.

Five players who had an impactful Test debut against India

Fast bowler Kyle Jamieson had a dream debut in Test cricket as New Zealand beat India by 10 wickets in the Wellington Test.

Donald Trump mentions 'DDLJ' and 'Sholay' in speech

On his maiden trip to India as the President of United States, Donald Trump brought up topics such as Bollywood and cricket, clearly to forge a connection with the Indian milieu.

New Zealand vs India, first Test: Kohli slams 'outside chatter'

Indian skipper Virat Kohli minced no words as the visitors were handed a massive 10-wicket defeat by New Zealand in the first Test at Wellington.

Manmohan Singh, Ghulam Nabi Azad to skip banquet for Trump

Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will not be attending the Presidential banquet hosted for United States President Donald Trump, sources told ANI on Monday.

AutoBytes: Upcoming maxi scooters to hit Indian roads this year

Apart from the conventional motorcycles, IoT-enabled EVs, the next big thing in the Indian biking culture will be the maxi-scooters.

Android 11 likely to bring handy new Pixel Launcher features

Google's Pixel Launcher will soon get a new batch of features in a matter of months.

Women's T20 World Cup: India beat Bangladesh- Records broken

India beat Bangladesh runs to register their second consecutive victory in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2020.

Reliance Jio launches Rs. 49, 69 plans for JioPhone users

Reliance Jio has updated its catalog of prepaid plans to introduce a couple of new packs for JioPhone users.

Vu launches new affordable Android TVs in India: Details here

Taking on Xiaomi's range of budget-friendly televisions, Vu has introduced a couple of new models in its "Premium TV" series.

Trump calls Taj Mahal 'timeless testament' to India's cultural beauty

United States President Donald Trump on Monday visited the historic Taj Mahal monument in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, describing it as a "timeless testament" to India's beauty.

Daredevil Flat Earther died after launching himself on home-made rocket

'Mad' Mike Hughes, the amateur astronaut who wanted to show that the Earth is flat, has died in an attempt to launch himself in a home-made rocket.

Maruti Suzuki launches 2020 Vitara Brezza at Rs. 7.34 lakh

Maruti Suzuki has launched the 2020 edition of one of its best-selling family cars, the Vitara Brezza, in India.

Hardik Pandya to feature in DY Patil T20 tournament

Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya is all set to feature in the DY Patil T20 tournament which began on Monday.

Malaysian PM Mahathir Mohamad resigns amid talks of new coalition

In a shocking move, the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Mahathir Mohamad (94), resigned on Monday.

Realme launches India's first 5G smartphone at Rs. 38,000

As an addition to its portfolio of smartphones, Chinese tech giant Realme has launched its much-awaited X50 Pro 5G in India today.

Delhi erupts in violent clashes; police head constable dies

On Monday, violent clashes broke out in the Bhajanpura, Maujpur and Jaffrabad regions of Delhi between two groups protesting for and against the contentious Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA).

In Sabarmati Ashram's visitor's book, Trump doesn't mention Mahatma Gandhi

Donald Trump's first stop after he landed in Ahmedabad was Sabarmati Ashram, the place where father of the nation, Mahatma Gandhi spent many years.

Fintech start-up BharatPe secures $75 million in funding: Details here

BharatPe, a fintech start-up helping small Indian businesses and merchants go digital, has secured $75 million in a Series C round of funding.

Akshay Kumar's 'Sooryavanshi' to release on a Tuesday. Here's why

In what would come as a sweet surprise for fans, Rohit Shetty and Akshay Kumar's much-awaited movie Sooryavanshi will now hit the theaters three days in advance.

New Zealand vs India, first Test: List of key takeaways

The Kiwi bowlers rattled the Indian batting attack as New Zealand registered a ten-wicket victory over India in the first Test.

Maruti Suzuki Jimny to be launched in India by November

Maruti Suzuki Jimny, the much-awaited iconic off-roader by Japanese automaker, is likely to be launched in India by November 2020, according to a report.

NZ vs IND: Boult reveals how he choked Virat Kohli

New Zealand seamer Trent Boult dismissed Indian skipper Virat Kohli on Day 3 of the first Test, which India lost by 10 wickets.

#NamasteTrump: America loves India, says US President, praises PM Modi

A gleeful Donald Trump, donning a suit and yellow tie, told the massive crowd gathered at Motera Stadium of Ahmedabad that "America loves India and America respects India".

Right-wing activist threatens to kill teenager who raised pro-Pakistan slogans

A right-wing activist has announced a bounty of Rs. 10 lakh on a Bengaluru student booked for raising pro-Pakistan slogans at a rally against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) in Bengaluru recently.

Report submitted, SC to hear Shaheen Bagh matter on Wednesday

On Monday, the interlocutors appointed by the Supreme Court to talk to the protesters of Shaheen Bagh submitted their report in a sealed cover and the top court deferred the hearing to Wednesday, February 26.

This Nokia flagship phone has received a massive price cut

Nokia 9 PureView, the flagship smartphone by Nokia that was launched last year, has received a massive price cut of Rs. 15,000 in India.

On Sridevi's 2nd death anniversary, Janhvi shares heart-warming post

On this day two years ago, Bollywood's beloved first female superstar, Sridevi breathed her last, leaving a void in Indian cinema and our hearts.

Will wait till Trump leaves: Kapil Mishra's message to police

Visibly furious at protests against the controversial Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), Delhi BJP's Kapil Mishra threatened Delhi Police.

Happy birthday 'Apple genius' Steve Jobs, your memories live on

Today, it is the 65th birth anniversary of Steve Jobs, the late co-founder of Apple and a visionary leader, inventor, designer, and entrepreneur.

#NamasteTrump: Manish Sisodia reacts to being snubbed from Delhi event

Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia on Sunday reacted to being disinvited from an event at a Delhi government school to be attended by United States First Lady Melania Trump.

#NamasteTrump: US President and First Lady land in Ahmedabad

Donald Trump, the President of the United States, has landed in Ahmedabad for his two-day trip to India, the first one since he was elected to office four years ago.

New Zealand beat India, 1st Test: List of records broken

New Zealand overcame India on Day 4 of the first Test match at the Basin Reserve in Wellington.

#FinancialBytes: 5 myths about SIPs that need to be busted

Mutual funds are one of the most popular investment choices, and Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) are an excellent way to invest in mutual fund schemes conveniently.

#CareerBytes: Tips to prepare for UPSC CSE Personality Test

The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE), also known as the IAS exam, is one of the toughest and most competitive exams.

Five must-have food items to cleanse your liver

The liver's main task is to filter the blood coming from the digestive tract before passing it to the rest of the body, detoxifying chemicals and metabolizing drugs.

#GamingBytes: Five PUBG tips for better enemy spotting

PUBG offers one of the most intense Battle Royale experiences and if you wish to win the chicken dinner among 100 gamers, spotting enemies is pivotal.

Toyota announces prices of the BS6-compliant Fortuner: Details here

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has revealed the prices of the BS6-compliant version of its full-sized SUV, the Fortuner.

23 Feb 2020

#CareerBytes: Everything to know about the cadre system of IAS

The Indian Administrative Service (IAS) is the most prestigious and sought-after among the Civil Services of the country.

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Time to test legally: Shekhar Kapur on 'Mr. India' remake

Earlier this week, Bollywood director Ali Abbas Zafar announced that he would soon helm a movie trilogy inspired by the iconic 1987 movie Mr. India, which was directed by Shekhar Kapur.

ICC Women's T20 World Cup: India vs Bangladesh match preview

After staging a terrific comeback against Australia in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup opener, India will look to overcome Bangladesh in the upcoming contest in Perth.

Mi Super Sale: Deals and discounts on Xiaomi handsets

Xiaomi is back with another edition of the Mi Super Sale in India.

#NewsBytesExclusive: Proud to lead India in World Cup, says Shailendra

India are all set to feature in their maiden over 50s World Cup to be held in South Africa from March 10 to 24 this year.

Decked up Ahmedabad awaits Trump, Modi says it's an honor

Ahmedabad residents are seeing their city readied like never before. Roads have been leveled, street lights fixed, and huge hoardings are dotting the skyline.

Nubia's upcoming 5G smartphone spotted on Geekbench, key details revealed

ZTE-owned Nubia is gearing up to launch its flagship 5G handset, the Red Magic 5G, sometime soon.

Goa to host Indian Super League 2019-20 final: Details here

The finale of the 2019-20 Indian Super League (ISL) season is set to be held in Goa.

Veerappan's daughter joins BJP, says PM Modi's schemes impressed her

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has inducted an interesting name into its fold — the daughter of slain sandalwood smuggler Veerappan.

Virat Kohli has to show more discipline, says VVS Laxman

Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli has been struggling in the ongoing tour of New Zealand.

Here's what the new India-bound Volvo S90 sedan offers

Luxury carmaker Volvo has unveiled the facelifted version of its S90 sedan.

Box office: 'Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan' collects Rs. 20 crore

Ayushmann Khurrana and Jitendra Kumar's much-awaited movie on gay romance, Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan is ruling the box office.

Raped in Odisha, minor gives birth in Bengaluru

In a shocking incident, a 16-year-old girl, who was gang-raped in Odisha in January 2019 gave birth while mopping the floor of an apartment in Bengaluru in November.

How's the race for European Golden Shoe 2019-2020 shaping up?

There are several players vying for the prestigious European Golden Shoe for the 2019-20 season.

NZ vs IND: Boult batted like ABD, says Finn

New Zealand fast bowler Trent Boult grabbed eyeballs after scoring a quickfire 38 off 24 deliveries on day 3 of the first Test against India in Wellington.

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo smash these records: Details here

Lionel Messi was superb for Barcelona against Eibar in matchweek 25 of La Liga.

Coronavirus outbreak: Aamir Khan urges Chinese fans to take precautions

Bollywood actor Aamir Khan, who commands a strong fan base in China, has expressed concern over the catastrophic coronavirus outbreak in the country and advised people to follow the set precautions and instructions.

Vivo to launch Z6 5G smartphone on February 29

Chinese tech giant Vivo is all set to launch the Z6 5G in its home country on February 29.

Gujarat: Temporary gate, meant to welcome Modi and Trump, collapses

Ahmedabad, Delhi, and Agra, the three cities that US President Donald Trump will visit on his maiden trip to India, have been decked up.

2020 Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 Coupe breaks cover: Details here

Mercedes-AMG has pulled the covers off the 2020 edition of the performance-oriented GLE 63 Coupe.

NZ vs IND: Five stats which make Ishant Sharma substantial

Fast bowler Ishant Sharma has been India's linchpin of the pace attack over the years.

#NewsBytesWeeklyRecap: Android 11, WhatsApp group leak, Google spying, and more

This week, we have witnessed a number of developments in the tech world, especially from Google.

New Zealand vs India, Day 3: List of key takeaways

The Indian cricket team is in trouble against New Zealand in the ongoing first Test at the Basin Reserve.

Those indulging in hate speeches should be removed: Manoj Tiwari

The task of ending BJP's dry spell in Delhi was put on Manoj Tiwari, the Bhojpuri actor-turned-politician under whose leadership the saffron party won corporation polls in 2017 and all seven Lok Sabha seats last year.

Premier League gameweek 27: Here are the key numbers

Six matches were played on Saturday in gameweek 27 of the Premier League and things got more interesting.

KTM to commence deliveries of BS6-compliant 125cc motorcycles from April

To comply with the upcoming emission norms, KTM recently updated almost its entire line-up with the BS6-ready engines.

From 2004 to 2020, the journey of the Motorola RAZR

In 2004, Motorola's RAZR V3 became an instant hit with its sleek and shiny body, dual screens, and the flip design. However, things changed with the arrival of the iPhone in 2007.

Delhi: Women block key road in Jaffrabad, metro station closed

Hundreds of women have blocked a key road in Delhi's Jaffrabad to lodge a protest against the controversial Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), since last night, and efforts are on to clear the path.

Congress' Shatrughan Sinha meets Pakistan President in Lahore, discusses Kashmir

In a surprise development, Bollywood actor-turned-politician Shatrughan Sinha met Arif Alvi, the President of Pakistan, in Lahore on Saturday and both of them reportedly discussed Kashmir.

#ComicBytes: Five biggest superhero battles in Marvel

Marvel is a giant in the comic industry. It has created some of the most powerful superheroes.

#GamingBytes: Fortnite's five best weapons for beginners

Fortnite by Epic Games is one of the most competitive Battle Royale games due to its ever-increasing popularity.

Volkswagen T-Roc SUV to be launched on March 18

Volkswagen T-Roc, the mid-sized SUV which was unveiled in India at the recently-concluded Auto Expo, is all set to hit the showrooms on March 18.

Here's how you can protect yourself from coronavirus

Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses, that can cause diseases ranging from common cold to Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

OPPO A31 to be launched in India next week: Report

OPPO A31, the mid-range smartphone which was launched in Indonesia a few day back, is all set to hit the Indian shelves next week, according to 91Mobiles.