07 Jun 2020
Your WhatsApp-linked number could show up in Google Search
Your WhatsApp-linked number, maybe even name and email address, could be leaking through Google Search.
Danish Kaneria backs Sourav Ganguly for ICC president role
Former Pakistan leg-spinner Danish Kaneria has backed Sourav Ganguly for the role of ICC chairman.
Kannada actor Chiranjeevi Sarja passes away at 39
In a terrible piece of news, Kannada film actor Chiranjeevi Sarja passed away on Sunday at a hospital in Bengaluru. He was 39.
Top four spin bowling pairs in history of Test cricket
Spin bowling has been the most decorated art in the longest format.
COVID-19 vaccine: What are the latest updates?
With a sporadic increase in the number of cases and deaths, COVID-19 is growing beyond control in India.
'XXX 2' controversy: Ekta Kapoor reveals she's getting rape threats
Ekta Kapoor has broken her silence on the ongoing controversy around XXX 2, a web series produced by her.
Playing without crowds could affect Stokes' performance: Darren Gough
Former England fast bowler Darren Gough feels Ben Stokes could experience a dip in performance if international cricket resumes sans spectators.
As malls, restaurants reopen, here's what you need to know
Monday onwards, India will roll back several lockdown restrictions as part of its plan to "unlock" the nation.
Premier League restart: Clubs warm up with friendlies at stadiums
Premier League players will need to get used to the fact of playing in empty stadiums amid the coronavirus pandemic.
#WeeklyRecap: Google's incognito tracking, 'infected' Android wallpaper, Mitron app, more
This week, a number of developments were noted in the world of technology.
India's Olympic-bound boxers will need to wait before resuming training
Top Indian boxers will have to wait for some more time before resuming training.
Ian Chappell advocates Hardik Pandya's inclusion for Australia Test series
Australian veteran Ian Chappell believes India should include Hardik Pandya in the roaster for the impending Test series Down Under.
Delhi borders reopen tomorrow; hospital beds reserved for city residents
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday announced that Delhi's borders will reopen from Monday (June 8). The borders had earlier been sealed for a week.
UFC star Conor McGregor retires once again
UFC star Conor McGregor made an announcement on Sunday that he would be retiring from the Mixed Martial Arts (MMA).
Shah Rukh Khan to turn journalist for R Madhavan's 'Rocketry'?
You can keep Shah Rukh Khan away from the screen, but not from cinema.
Darren Sammy alleges racist abuse in IPL
Former West Indies captain Darren Sammy alleged that he has been a victim of racial abuse in the Indian Premier League.
#TechBytes: How to transfer Facebook photos, videos to Google Photos
A few months ago, Facebook announced a tool to let select users port their photos/videos to Google Photos.
Liverpool could host EPL title parade midway through next season
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp said the club could hold a Premier League title parade midway through next season.
All that you need to know about Champions League mini-tournament
Portugal could hold the UEFA Champions League mini-tournament as UEFA bids to complete their flagship tournament in August, according to reports in Germany.
'Gulabo Sitabo' writer Juhi Chaturvedi accused of plagiarism
Screenwriter Juhi Chaturvedi has been accused of plagiarising the script of her upcoming movie Gulabo Sitabo.
This place has the cleanest air on Earth
In urban regions, human activities have dealt a serious blow to the environment.
India, China agree to peacefully resolve border issue, says MEA
Both India and China have agreed to peacefully resolve ongoing Ladakh standoff, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Sunday.
Sachin Tendulkar fifth on Wasim Akram's list of best batsmen
Bowling legend Wasim Akram named his top five batsmen that he either bowled to or played along side.
Who is Bundesliga's youngest scorer Florian Wirtz?
On Saturday, Bayern Munich overcame Bayer Leverkusen 4-2 in gameweek 30 of the Bundesliga 2019-20 season.
Katrina Kaif's top five outfits you can try
Katrina Kaif arguably has the classiest sense of style and fashion in the film industry.
These flagship and mid-range smartphones will be launched soon
With the lockdown now phasing out in India, almost all smartphone makers are gearing up to launch their latest and greatest offerings soon.
Delhi Corona app: Hospitals claim 'no vacancy'; allege app issues
Amid reports of a data mismatch between the Delhi government and COVID-19 hospitals in the national capital regarding the availability of beds, several hospitals have reiterated that they have no beds available.
Coronavirus: India surpasses Spain to become 5th worst-hit country
On Saturday, India reported roughly 10,000 new coronavirus infections, taking the nationwide total past 2.46 lakh.
These BS6 scooters have become costlier in India post lockdown
To make up for the losses suffered due to the nationwide lockdown, several automakers have hiked the prices of their vehicles.
Samsung releases One UI 2.1 update for Galaxy S10 Lite
Samsung has started rolling out the latest Android 10-based One UI 2.1 update for the Galaxy S10 Lite smartphone in India.
Five cheap decor ideas for your drawing room
Decorating your drawing room can get a bit daunting.
#AnimeBytes: Series that will make you laugh like never before
Going from situational to slapstick and then downright bizarre, anime series have their own distinct ways of exploring comedy.
06 Jun 2020
Samsung's Note 20-series, Fold 2 could be launched on August-5
Samsung could unveil its Galaxy Note 20-series and Fold 2 on August 5, according to Korean publication The Dong-a Ilbo.
#AutoBytes: Best electric scooters you can currently buy in India
In order to safeguard our environment, both consumers and automakers are slowly but steadily switching to electric mobility.
Pakistan: Blogger Cynthia Ritchie accuses ex-Minister Rehman Malik of rape
American blogger Cynthia D. Ritchie has accused former Pakistan Interior Minister Rehman Malik of rape.
Players will commence fitness drills at home grounds: Bharat Arun
Indian bowling coach Bharat Arun stated that players will have to begin with running and other fitness drills at respective home grounds amid the nationwide lockdown.
'I am not short-tempered', Kagiso Rabada highlights the misconception
South African pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada feels his passion for the game is often taken as aggression by the critics.
Bundesliga, Bayern Munich beat Bayer Leverkusen: List of records broken
Bayern Munich continued their supreme form to down Bayer Leverkusen in gameweek 30 of the Bundesliga 2019-20 season.
'Choked' movie review: A rocky and restrained drama on demonetization
Anurag Kashyap's latest film Choked: Paisa Bolta Hai, streaming now on Netflix, marks many a firsts. For instance, it is perhaps the first mainstream movie set against the backdrop of 2016 demonetization drive, and is the director's first full-length feature film for Netflix.
#NewsBytesExplainer: Reasons why West Indies could retain T20 WC title
West Indies are never bereft of talent when it comes to the shortest format.
An online make-believe world away from the coronavirus pandemic
Since the coronavirus outbreak has forced several countries into lockdowns, people across the globe have come to realize the little joys of what we normally consider boring.
Ahead of launch, Redmi 9 gets listed on e-commerce website
Xiaomi is expected to launch its budget-range smartphone, the Redmi 9 on June 25. Now, ahead of the launch, the handset has been listed on a Filipino website, revealing its key design, full specifications, and local pricing.
England plan to host Pakistan, Australia after WI series
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is hoping to stage the upcoming season as planned, once the West Indies Test series is held successfully.
BCCI hasn't laid-off anyone during pandemic
The BCCI hasn't taken any step regarding pay cuts as far players and staff are concerned amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Coronavirus: WHO expert says India's 2-lakh cases 'modest', could explode
Even as the coronavirus cases in India surpassed Italy's, top experts of the World Health Organization (WHO) said the outbreak is still "modest."
Motorola's affordable Moto G Fast, Moto E (2020) go official
Motorola has launched its latest budget-friendly smartphones, the Moto G Fast and Moto E (2020), in the US.
Top 5 Portuguese players in Premier League history
Since Premier League's inception in 1992-93, Portuguese players have made their presence felt in England's top-tier football competition.
Coronavirus: Kejriwal warns private hospitals against 'black marketing of beds'
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday warned private hospitals against the "black marketing of beds" amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Michael Jordan pledges $100 million towards racial equality
NBA legend Michael Jordan announced a donation of $100 million towards groups who have been fighting for racial equality and social justice.
Chelsea want to sign Leicester's Ben Chilwell this summer
Premier League outfit Chelsea have identified Leicester's Ben Chilwell as the club's number one left-back target this summer.
OPPO Reno 4-series, with triple cameras, launched in China
Chinese smartphone maker OPPO has launched its mid-range smartphones, the Reno 4 and Reno 4 Pro, in its home country.
Solskjaer impressed with Manchester United's return to training
Manchester United are set to face Tottenham when the Premier League 2019-20 season resumes this month.
Novak Djokovic feels hygiene restrictions at US Open are extreme
Tennis great Novak Djokovic has described the strict hygiene restrictions under which the US Open 2020 is likely to be played as extreme.
Happy Birthday Ajinkya Rahane: A look at his monumental records
Ajinkya Rahane has been the core of Indian middle order in Test cricket, ever since he burst on to international circuit.
Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian quits board, wants a black replacement
Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian has quit from the board of the company he started 15 years ago and wants his position to be filled by a black candidate. Making the major announcement on Friday, he said the decision was long overdue.
LAC tensions: Crucial India-China talks on border situation today
Top military officers from China and India will attempt to defuse the raging tensions in Eastern Ladakh through talks today.
India now has more coronavirus cases than Italy
With 9,887 fresh coronavirus cases reported in the last 24 hours, India has now touched the grim benchmark of becoming the nation which has sixth-highest COVID-19 cases. 294 died in the last 24 hours.
Trying to get into anime? These titles are worth considering
There is a whole another universe out there, which has thousands of stories, nothing like anything we usually see.
A ginormous asteroid will zoom past Earth this weekend
A ginormous 'potentially hazardous' asteroid, nearly as big as the Empire State Building, is set to zoom past Earth this weekend.
Honor's latest entry-level smartphone goes official with GMS support
Huawei sub-brand Honor has launched its Honor 8S (2020) smartphone in the UK. The budget-friendly handset is identical to last year's Honor 8S, except that it packs more RAM and storage.
Five benefits of tea tree oil for skin
Tea tree oil is a medicinal essential oil, derived from the leaves of a small tree native to some areas of Australia.
Kawasaki recalls over 1,500 units of Ninja ZX-10R
Kawasaki has issued a recall order for around 1,530 units of Ninja ZX-10R in the US due to a programming fault in the control unit which can cause the engine to backfire.