21 Jun 2020

COVID-19 vaccine: What are the latest updates?

As COVID-19 continues to wreak havoc around the world, the entire scientific community is progressing forward with the efforts to develop a vaccine that could finally end the pandemic.

#NewsBytesExplainer: England's probables for the first Test against West Indies

England recently named a 30-member training squad as a lead-up to the first Test against West Indies, which will begin on July 8.

Mercedes-Benz EQC electric SUV to launch in India soon

Following the release of the GLS SUV, Mercedes-Benz India is planning to launch its debut electric car, the EQC, within the next few weeks.

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#WeeklyRecap: Cyber attack warnings, Chrome spyware, voice tweets, and more

This week's technology updates were marked by major cybersecurity threats from Chinese and North Korean hackers and some really annoying bugs in Apple and Microsoft's products.

Australian cricketers could play IPL if T20 WC gets called-off

David Warner said that Australian players will likely feature in the Indian Premier League, if the T20 World Cup gets canceled due to COVID-19 pandemic.

OPPO F15 smartphone to get Blazing Blue color variant soon

OPPO F15 is getting a new Blazing Blue color variant in India, five months after its launch on our shores.

US President Trump likely to suspend H-1B, other visas

United States President Donald Trump will announce new restrictions on employment-based immigration visas in the next two days.

#NewsBytesExplainer: What are phishing attacks and how to avoid them?

A few hours ago, the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) issued an advisory warning about a massive phishing attack campaign.

Aaqib Javed reveals he received match-fixing approaches

Former Pakistan bowler Aaqib Javed revealed he was approached for match-fixing during his international career.

IPL: Starc provides footage to prove injury for insurance payout

Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc has furnished video footage of the second Test against South Africa in 2018 to prove his injury and that he deserves an insurance payout of USD 1.53 million for losing his Indian Premier League (IPL) deal with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).

England: Reading stabbings that killed 3 declared terror attack

Three people have died and three others have suffered serious injuries in a stabbing attack on Saturday night in England's Reading town, about 65 km west of London.

Realme Narzo 10A to go on sale on June 23

Realme's budget smartphone, the Narzo 10A, will be up for grabs through a flash sale at 12 pm on June 23 via Flipkart and Realme India's website.

When Sachin Tendulkar's retirement speech left Edwards, Gayle emotional

West Indies all-rounder Kirk Edwards admitted that he had to hold back tears when Sachin Tendulkar gave his retirement speech at the Wankhede Stadium in 2013.

Liverpool could reach the next level, feels Virgil van Dijk

Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk has said the Reds won't stop after winning the Premier League 2019-20 title.

Apple iPhone SE (2020) to be manufactured in India: Report

As per a report by The Information, Apple has decided to start the manufacturing of its most affordable handset, the iPhone SE (2020) in India.

India-China clash: General VK Singh calls to 'hurt China economically'

War is the last resort, said former Indian Army chief and Union Minister, General VK Singh, in a recent interview about the India-China border situation.

Robert Lewandowski continues his brilliance for Bayern Munich

31-year-old striker Robert Lewandowski is continuing to have a dream season in terms of scoring goals for fun.

Apple WWDC 2020: What to expect, when, where to watch?

Apple's 31st Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) is set to kick start on June 22, Monday, as an "online-only experience".

Flipkart Big Saving Days Sale: Top deals on premium smartphones

Flipkart is all set to host the Big Saving Days Sale on its platform from June 23. Under the sale, which will end on June 27, the e-commerce giant will offer massive discounts on some of the best-selling smartphones.

#ThisDayThatYear: Malinga rattles England, enters the elite list of bowlers

On this day in 2019, veteran fast bowler Lasith Malinga reached yet another historic feat in international cricket.

Bundesliga, gameweek 33: Here are the key takeaways

Gameweek 33 of the Bundesliga 2019-20 season had some breathtaking moments.

#AutoBytes: Recalling the newly launched scooters and motorcycles in India

The automobile industry has indeed taken a severe hit due to the coronavirus-induced lockdown, but that hasn't discouraged it from launching new models in India.

'Massive' phishing attack likely against Indian individuals, businesses: Government

As the world celebrates International Yoga Day and Father's Day, the cyber-security agency working for the Government of India is raising alarms over a "massive" phishing attack campaign.

Trump says US will help India, China resolve 'tough situation'

United States President Donald Trump has said that the US is trying to help resolve the ongoing border tensions between India and China.

Coronavirus outbreak: South Africa's 3TC match set to be postponed

The newly introduced 3TC (three-team cricket) match is set to be postponed with the organizers feeling the need of more preparation.

Premier League, gameweek 30: Key numbers from Saturday's matches

Gameweek 30 of the Premier League season has seen six matches already been played so far.

Redmi Note 9 Pro Max, 8A Dual prices hiked again

Xiaomi has increased the prices of its Redmi Note 9 Pro Max and Redmi 8A Dual smartphones in India once again.

Karisma Kapoor's most ravishing outfits for you

Be it her acting or fashion sense, Karisma Kapoor has always been a stunner. Her outfits have sparked newer trends every now and then.

#NewsBytesExplainer: What lies ahead for Rohit Sharma in Test cricket?

There is little doubt that Rohit Sharma is one the greatest limited-overs batsmen in modern day cricket.

#AutoBytes: Best automatic cars in India under Rs. 10 lakh

Due to ever-increasing traffic in our country, the demand for automatic cars is steadily on the rise. Hence, automakers are rolling out attractive and efficient automatic models across multiple styles and price segments, such as the Tata Nexon, Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS, and the Renault KWID.

India to witness annular solar eclipse today; details here

India will witness an annular solar eclipse on Sunday morning.

Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 4.1 lakh after biggest spike yet

India on Saturday reported nearly 16,000 new coronavirus infections, marking yet another record spike. The total number of cases across the country has now breached the 4 lakh mark, reaching 4.1 lakh.

2021 Mercedes-AMG E63 (facelift) unveiled: Details here

Mercedes-AMG has unveiled the facelifted version of the E63 sedan. The performance-oriented model has gotten a newly-designed grille and tweaked aerodynamics to provide better airflow to the engine.

#CareerBytes: Popular professional courses to go for after completing Class-12

Choosing a career path after Class-12 can be quite confusing, but selecting the right one is crucial.

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2021 BMW M5 (facelift) unveiled: Here's what has changed

BMW has revealed the updated M5 sedan for the year 2021. Rivaling the Mercedes-AMG E63, the performance model comes with a host of new changes including a refined chassis, tweaked styling, and added in-car technology.

How to prepare a tornado potato at home

Tornado potato is a delicious dish that everyone loves to munch on.

20 Jun 2020

2020 Mahindra Thar diesel-automatic variant spotted testing: Details here

Mahindra has been testing the upcoming Thar, pretty rigorously. And, now for the first time, a test mule of the diesel automatic variant has been spotted.

Shooting of 'Sadak 2' to resume in July

After nearly three months of shutdown, Bollywood is finally getting back to work.

Glenmark launches COVID-19 drug FabiFlu at Rs. 103 per tablet

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd. launched the antiviral drug favipiravir on Saturday for the treatment of mild to moderate cases of COVID-19.

Kohli has led Team India magnificently: Steve Smith

Australian batsman Steve Smith opened up on his off-field equation with Virat Kohli.

#NewsBytesExplainer: Why 'boycotting Chinese goods' will not be easy

A few days ago, soldiers from India and China locked horns in the most gruesome clash along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in decades.

Coronavirus: Maharashtra plans antibody tests for frontline workers, tele-ICUs

To upgrade its plan to fight against the coronavirus outbreak, the Maharashtra government has decided to conduct antibody tests for all frontline workers.

After backlash, Delhi L-G withdraws 5-day mandatory institutional quarantine order

Delhi Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal has withdrawn a controversial order mandating a five-day institutional quarantine for COVID-19 patients.

Ather 450 gets new features, dark theme via OTA update

Ather Energy has released a new software update for its premium electric scooter, the Ather 450, bringing a host of new features and some nifty optimizations.

Xiaomi releases MIUI 11 update for Mi 10 in India

Xiaomi has started rolling out MIUI 11 update for the Mi 10 smartphone in India. The new firmware is bring pushed in a phased manner as an over-the-air (OTA) update.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite has become cheaper

Samsung has reduced the price of its affordable phablet, the Galaxy Note 10 Lite, in India by Rs. 4,000. The price drop, applicable to both online and offline markets, brings the starting price of the device down to Rs. 37,999.

Coronavirus outbreak: Mashrafe Mortaza tests positive for COVID-19

Former captain of Bangladesh cricket team Mashrafe Mortaza, on Saturday, tested positive for coronavirus.

Pakistan cricket squad to leave for England on June 28

The Pakistan cricket squad is set to leave for England on June 28 to play three Tests and three T20Is.

Controversy being created on Modi's remarks at all-party meet: PMO

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's remarks on the violent face-off between Indian and Chinese forces are being given a "mischievous interpretation," the PM's office said in a statement on Saturday.

Sourav Ganguly's family members tested positive for COVID-19

Family members of Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) secretary Snehasish Ganguly tested positive for COVID-19, the state health department confirmed on Friday.

Transfer news: French mid-fielder N'Golo Kante is happy at Chelsea

Chelsea mid-fielder N'Golo Kante is happy at the club and doesn't want to switch pastures, according to a report in ESPN.

India-bound 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class to make global debut in September

Mercedes-Benz has finally confirmed that the upcoming flagship sedan, the 2021 S-Class, will make its global debut in September. The production will begin in the second half of 2020 and it is likely to reach India early next year.

Can Pogba and Fernandes help Manchester United earn top-four finish?

Manchester United returned to action with a 1-1 draw against Tottenham Hotspur in gameweek 30 of the Premier League 2019-20 season.

'Kedarnath' director Abhishek Kapoor said Sushant was "kind of lost"

The director of films like Kai Po Che and Kedarnath, which starred the late actor Sushant Singh Rajput, has opened up about his tragic demise.

Nubia launches a new affordable 5G gaming phone

Nubia's Red Magic 5G Lite smartphone has been launched in Spain and can be availed on a monthly contract basis via Vodafone.

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Nubia Red Magic 3 receives Android 10 update

ZTE sub-brand Nubia has started rolling out the latest Android 10 update along with Redmagic 3.0 skin for its last year's Red Magic 3 gaming smartphone.

#ThisDayThatYear: Virat Kohli arrives on the Test circuit

It has been nine years since the Indian captain Virat Kohli made his Test debut.

Leroy Sane to leave Manchester City after rejecting contract extension

Manchester City winger Leroy Sane is set to leave the club if a deal can be agreed with another club, confirmed manager Pep Guardiola.

Modi launches Rs. 50,000 crore employment scheme for migrant workers

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday launched a scheme to create employment for migrant workers who returned home during the coronavirus lockdown.

Premier League, Everton vs Liverpool: Preview, Dream11 and stats

Everton face Premier League leaders Liverpool in the Merseyside derby at Goodison Park on Sunday.

Bundesliga, gameweek 33: All that you need to know

The Bundesliga 2019-20 season is drawing to an end with two gameweeks to go.

Traumatized by Sushant Singh Rajput's demise, fan ends her life

Affected by the tragic demise of Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput, a girl from Visakhapatnam allegedly died by suicide on Tuesday. The deceased, Suman Kumari, was working as a teacher in a private school.

Sacrifices won't go in vain: IAF chief on Galwan episode

The sacrifices of those who laid their lives in Galwan Valley won't go in vain, Indian Air Force Chief RKS Bhadauria said today at the combined graduation parade at Air Force Academy, near Hyderabad.

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IPL Governing Council to review sponsorship deals

The Indian Premier League (IPL) Governing Council has called for a meeting next week to discuss tournament's various sponsorship deals.

With 14,516 coronavirus cases in 24-hours, India records steepest jump

India recorded the biggest jump in coronavirus cases again with 14,516 new infections being reported in the last 24 hours. With this, India's tally stands at 3.95 lakh, the Union Health Ministry said on Saturday morning.

After Modi's statement, China makes fresh claim on Galwan Valley

Amid heightened tensions with India, spokesperson of Chinese Foreign Ministry Zhao Lijian gave a step-by-step account of what happened at the Galwan Valley in Eastern Ladakh on Monday.

Premier League, Manchester United hold Tottenham: List of records broken

Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United played out a 1-1 draw in gameweek 30 of the Premier League 2019-20 season.

Galwan Valley: What is its strategic importance for India, China?

The showdown in Galwan Valley has angered India, for the sheer brutality with which Indian soldiers were attacked; piqued global interest, as two nuclear-armed neighbors have escalated tensions; and sparked a narrative war.

How to make delicious mango sushi at home

All of us have heard about sushi, the delicious Japanese dish that comes with a rice base and various kinds of stuffing, usually comprising seafood or vegetables.

This is how 2020 Mahindra Thar would look like?

Mahindra is expected to launch the 2020 Thar in India sometime in the third quarter of this year.

#LeakPeek: Honor 30 Lite to sport a 90Hz screen

Honor is working to launch a new Honor 30 Lite (aka Honor 30 Youth Edition in China) smartphone in global markets sometime soon.