After Jio, Airtel and Vodafone introduce ATM recharge facility
Following in the footsteps of Reliance Jio, Airtel and Vodafone have introduced a new facility that allows prepaid subscribers to recharge their mobile numbers at a nearby bank ATM.
Google starts showing food, night shelters on Maps: Details here
In a bid to support the underprivileged during the nation-wide lockdown enforced by the Indian government, Google has started showing the location of food and night shelters on Maps.
Apple iPhone 9 listed on Chinese e-commerce website, launch imminent
Apple's much-awaited low-cost handset, which is unofficially being referred to as the iPhone 9, has appeared on a Chinese e-commerce website.
'Panchayat' review: A delightful ode to rural India
For far too long, the majority of Indian web series have paid too much attention to the urban milieu.
UNSC to finally take up COVID-19 issue this week
The United Nations Security Council will reportedly take up the issue of the coronavirus pandemic this week.
I want to win more games for India: Shafali Verma
Indian teen prodigy Shafali Verma took the world by storm after her heroics in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2020.
In a first, tiger tests positive for coronavirus in US
A tiger at a zoo in New York, United States, has tested positive for the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
#NewsBytesExclusive: Wasim Jaffer backs these youngsters to represent India
In an exclusive interview with NewsBytes, former Indian cricketer Wasim Jaffer backed young guns Shubman Gill, Sarfaraz Khan and Yashasvi Jaiswal to represent Team India in the near future.
Vivo V19, with a 32MP dual selfie snapper, goes official
Chinese tech giant Vivo has launched the mid-range V19 handset in the global markets. The key highlights of the phone include its AMOLED display, quad cameras, and a 32MP dual selfie snapper.
Alka Lamba questions Yogeshwar Dutt's parentage in ugly Twitter spat
Congress leader Alka Lamba and wrestler Yogeshwar Dutt got into an ugly Twitter spat on Monday.
Apple could launch a new 14-inch MacBook Pro in May
Apple is expected to refresh its 13-inch MacBook Pro range sometime in May, according to a new tip-off from the very reliable Jon Prosser.
'Dog-lover' Sonam's 'It isn't Diwali' tweet gets her trolled, again!
Sonam Kapoor was mighty angry last night.
T20 World Cup 2020: Organizers looking at different scenarios
While the coronavirus pandemic has disarrayed the sports community globally, the T20 World Cup organizing committee remains optimistic about the upcoming tournament.
Amid COVID-19 crisis, Tesla is building ventilators from car parts
After downplaying the threat of COVID-19 on multiple occasions, Elon Musk is coming to the rescue of patients suffering from it.
Lockdown- No, Emergency- Yes: How Japan plans to handle coronavirus
The first stage to curtail the coronavirus pandemic is a lockdown, as countries that have been hammered by COVID-19 have shown. Italy has shut everything, so has France and so did epicenter China (although only worst-affected cities were shut).
Harley-Davidson launches Low Rider S at Rs. 14.69 lakh
Harley-Davidson has launched its premium cruiser, the Low Rider S, in India at Rs. 14.69 lakh.
Viral message about phased lockdown extension by WHO is fake
Misinformation about a phased extension of the lockdown in India has been doing the rounds on social media.
DD Sports to air highlights of India's cricket matches
Sports fans, across the nation, will relive the golden era of Indian cricket as DD Sports is set to broadcast Men In Blue's memorable matches from the 2000s, amid the lockdown.
30% cut in salaries of MPs, including PM, for one-year
In the wake of coronavirus pandemic and its economic repercussions, the Union Cabinet has approved an ordinance to reduce the salaries of all Members of Parliament, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, by 30% for a year, Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Prakash Javadekar said on Monday. Pensions will be reduced too.
#LeakPeek: Realme TV could come with a 43-inch LED display
Realme is actively diversifying its product portfolio, and the latest product to be launched under the brand will be a smart television.
Amid coronavirus crisis, Apple starts making face shields for doctors
As the novel coronavirus disease continues to wreak havoc across countries, Apple is coming up with innovative ways to support healthcare workers and doctors in need.
Bollywood producer Karim Morani's daughter tests positive for coronavirus
Bollywood producer Karim Morani's daughter Shaza has tested positive for the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19), reports said on Monday.
Skoda to commence deliveries of Octavia RS 245 sedan soon
The performance-oriented Skoda RS 245 has started arriving at dealership yards in India, thereby hinting that Skoda is planning to commence the deliveries of the car once the COVID-19 pandemic situation comes under control.
Coronavirus: Singapore quarantines 20,000 migrant workers as COVID-19 cases rise
In Singapore, roughly 20,000 migrant workers have been quarantined as the threat of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has troubled the city-state.
Mumbai: Hospital sealed after 3 doctors, 26 nurses contracted coronavirus
In a concerning incident, Wockhardt Hospital in Mumbai was shut temporarily on Monday after three doctors and 26 nurses tested positive for COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus.
#ThisDayThatYear: Sri Lanka outclass India to win World T20 title
On April 6, 2014, Sri Lanka became the fifth nation to win the World T20.
Someone wanted to sell 'Statue of Unity' for Rs. 30,000cr
An unidentified person has been booked in Gujarat for putting an online advertisement to sell the Statue of Unity for Rs. 30,000 crore to help the government fight the coronavirus pandemic.
Man 'walks in' on himself in Zoom meeting. How exactly?
With video calls on the rise, it is not totally uncommon to see people walk in on virtual meetings.
Ignoring suggestions of clerics, Tablighi Jamaat chief organized 'super-spreader' event
An event of Tablighi Jamaat held in March 2020 became the reason India's coronavirus numbers spiked and now it has been learned that clerics advised Maulana Mohd. Saad Kandhalvi, the chief of the Islamic sect, to not hold the meet but he ignored their suggestions.
iQoo Neo 3, with 120Hz display, to be launched soon
As an addition to its line-up of gaming-centric handsets, China-based iQoo is working to launch the Neo 3 in its home country sometime soon.
Bundesliga: Bayern Munich to resume training amid coronavirus outbreak
In a recent statement, Bayern Munich stated that the players will commence training from April 6 in small groups.
#ScamAlert: Don't let fake 'PM CARES' donation links fool you
The spread of coronavirus (and the fear stemming from it) has led fraudsters on a hacking spree.
Kanika Kapoor discharged from hospital after testing negative for COVID-19
Bollywood singer Kanika Kapoor (41) has been discharged from a Lucknow hospital.
Coronavirus: UK's PM Boris Johnson hospitalized; Queen Elizabeth addresses nation
Ten days after testing positive for coronavirus, United Kingdom's Prime Minister Boris Johnson was admitted to a hospital in London, in what was called a "precautionary measure" by a Downing Street spokesperson.
Coronavirus: India records highest single-day casualty, death toll crosses 100
With 27 deaths being reported in a span of 24 hours on Sunday, the death toll due to the coronavirus pandemic crossed 100 in India and now stands at 124, a report in TOI said.
#GamingBytes: Which weapons to choose in Counter-Strike Global Offensive?
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS: GO) is, undoubtedly, one of the best games of all time.
Samsung launches new truly wireless earbuds (not in India)
As part of its premium audio products brand called AKG, Samsung has launched a pair of new truly wireless earbuds.
GST effect: These Realme smartphones have become costlier in India
With an increase in GST rates on smartphones from 12% to 18%, Chinese tech giant Realme has increased the prices of its handsets.
Five super cool summer drinks you should try
The heat of the harsh summer sun can sip away the glucose from our body, leaving us devoid of energy and strength.
Amid COVID-19 crisis, Singapore's richest man has grown richer
The global outbreak of COVID-19 has left economies crumbling.
#NewsBytesExplainer: Analysis of Virat Kohli's first SENA cycle as captain
India did not end the gruelling overseas campaign on a positive note.
Hacker flags Safari vulnerabilities, wins Rs. 57 lakh from Apple
Apple encourages security researchers to flag vulnerabilities in its products and is also willing to pay some really good money for that.
Coronavirus: All Bhopal shops closed until further orders, says DM
The Bhopal district of Madhya Pradesh will now face a stricter lockdown as the number of coronavirus cases continue to rise.
#WeeklyRecap: New coronavirus tracking app, affordable ventilator, security scares, more
This week, we saw some major innovations to fight the spread of COVID-19 in India.
Wasim Akram terms Pakistan 'Brazil' of cricket
Veteran bowler Wasim Akram believes Pakistan is the "Brazil" of cricket in terms of talent.
India's bid to host AFC Asian Cup 2027 submitted
India has submitted its bid documents for hosting the AFC Asian Cup in 2027, a top official of the national federation confirmed.
Music streaming wars: Spotify leads despite big growth by rivals
Last year, the music streaming business grew by a stunning 32% year-on-year with total subscriptions reaching 358 million, according to market research firm Counterpoint Research.
Rohit Sharma's batting style reminded me of Inzamam-ul-Haq: Yuvraj Singh
Former Indian all-rounder Yuvraj Singh recalled how Rohit Sharma rose to fame after making his debut.
Messi or Ronaldo? Kaka names his favorite player
Former AC Milan and Real Madrid star Kaka has picked Lionel Messi over Cristiano Ronaldo.
OnePlus 8 series won't cross $1,000 price tag, confirms CEO
The upcoming OnePlus 8 series will not cost more than $1,000 (roughly Rs. 76,000), CEO Pete Lau has confirmed to Business Insider.
Coronavirus: Section-144 extended till April 30 in Gautam Buddh Nagar
Prohibitory orders under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) have been extended in Uttar Pradesh's Gautam Buddh Nagar district till the end of April.
#AutoBytes: Honda to launch these 500cc bikes in India
Honda has some mind-blowing plans for motorheads in India. The Japanese automaker is gearing up to bring its entire 500cc motorcycle range to our shores sometime by the end of 2020.
The incident involving Stokes was a blessing in disguise: Strauss
England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) director Andrew Strauss described how the team resurrected following the 2017 incident involving Ben Stokes.
Premier League flashback: Statistical analysis of the 1996-97 season
Manchester United showed composure and steel to seal the 1996-97 FA Premier League title.
Government unveils aggressive containment plan to tackle coronavirus outbreak
Halfway through the 21-day nationwide lockdown which bought India some time to limit infections due to the novel coronavirus, the government unveiled a document detailing a containment plan.
Widely-used antiparasitic drug kills novel coronavirus in lab tests
In a major development, a team of Australian scientists has discovered that an antiparasitic drug, which is already widely available in the market, could be the way to treat the novel coronavirus disease.
UK: Brits are destroying 5G towers due to coronavirus. What?
At a time when coronavirus cases are skyrocketing and high-speed internet is more important than ever, people in the UK are setting their 5G towers on fire.
Samsung Galaxy A21, with punch-hole design, to be launched soon
As an addition to its wallet-friendly Galaxy A series of smartphones, Samsung is working on launching the Galaxy A21 soon.
#ThisDayThatYear: MS Dhoni announces his arrival with a blistering ton
On April 5, 2005, Mahendra Singh Dhoni struck his maiden international hundred in an ODI against Pakistan at Visakhapatnam.
Aarogya Setu COVID-19 tracker app crosses 1 crore downloads
The government's recently launched Aarogya Setu COVID-19 tracker app has recorded over 1.1 crore downloads in India.
Langer backs cricket behind closed doors once coronavirus crisis ends
Australian cricket team coach Justin Langer says playing the game without fans in the stadiums is an option worth considering if it helped get the game going again once the coronavirus pandemic goes away.
Alaya Furniturewala: Top Instagram looks to check out
Ever since she made her debut with Saif Ali Khan's Jawaani Jaaneman, Alaya Furniturewala has become the talk of the town.
More than 15,000 private Zoom meetings leaked online: Details here
Zoom, the video conferencing service that shot to fame in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, is drawing flak for leaking private meetings of its users.
#CoronavirusOutbreak: Ecclestone says F1 season should be canceled
Bernie Ecclestone has said this season's Formula One championship should be canceled because it appears unlikely that enough races can be completed for it to be valid.
Coronavirus: Trump asks India to release hydroxychloroquine ordered by US
United States President Donald Trump has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to release the hold on an order of the anti-malaria drug hydroxychloroquine.
#TechBytes: The best laptops for college students
If you're a college student, having a decent laptop is crucial. Apart from being a companion in your everyday college tasks, it can also serve as a primary entertainment device.
Five essential minerals for sound health
Minerals are essential for our well-being.
'Players who do spot-fixing should be hanged', says Javed Miandad
Former Pakistan batsman Javed Miandad believes players who get involved in match-fixing should be given severe punishment.
Auli: A guide to the skiing destination of India
Engulfed with apple orchards, oak, deodars, and abundant flora and fauna, Auli is a divine getaway spot for everyone.
Modi's appeal to switch off lights for 9 minutes tonight
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged the people of India to turn off all lights for 9 minutes tonight in a show of solidarity with the nation's fight against the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
#GamingBytes: The most underrated landing spots in PUBG Miramar
PUBG is one of the most tactically challenging Battle Royales.
#LeakPeek: OnePlus 8 Pro beats Samsung's S20 Ultra on Geekbench
The upcoming OnePlus 8 Pro looks primed to beat Samsung's top-of-the-line S20 Ultra as the fastest Android phone ever.
Here's how the OPPO A12 will look like
OPPO is gearing up to launch a new budget smartphone, the OPPO A12, in the coming days.
Huawei P40 Pro is the best camera smartphone ever: DxOMark
Huawei's newly-launched P40 Pro has "blown the competition out of the water" to become the best camera smartphone ever, according to DxOMark.
Coronavirus: India's death toll nears 100-mark; over 3,000 cases reported
In the last 24 hours, the number of cases of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) jumped by 525, the Ministry of Health confirmed. This is the largest single-day spike in coronavirus cases.
