27 Jun 2020

Lockdown: These regions have imposed restrictions beyond June 30

India looks forward to the second phase of easing lockdown restrictions, dubbed 'Unlock 2.0', even as the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise. On Saturday, India reported a record spike in daily new cases, taking the total number of cases past 5 lakh.

La Liga, Celta Vigo hold Barcelona: List of records broken

Barcelona were held by Celta Vigo in La Liga, gameweek 32 on Saturday.

Coronavirus: India adds 4 lakh cases in just 39 days

Till mid-May, India had reported a little over 1 lakh COVID-19 cases. The tally has now surpassed 5 lakh, i.e., in just a period of 39 days, India has added 4 lakh cases.

Sushant's family to set up a foundation in his honor

Late actor Sushant Singh Rajput's family will set up a foundation called Singh Rajput Foundation (SSRF), to support individuals aspiring to work in the fields of cinema, science, and sports - three subjects that were extremely close to his heart.

Racism should be treated the way doping is: Jason Holder

Jason Holder became the latest cricketer to have voiced opinion on the racism row.

Ahead of launch, Realme C11 gets listed on Indonesian retailer

Realme's upcoming budget smartphone, the Realme C11, is scheduled to go official on June 30.

Nawazuddin sends legal notice to estranged wife Aaliya for defamation

Bollywood actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui has sent a legal notice to his estranged wife Aaliya (aka Anjana Anand Kishor Pandey) for alleged defamation.

Player profile: Who is the new spin sensation Amar Virdi?

Surrey off-spinner Amar Virdi was drafted into England's 30-man training squad by ECB ahead of the impending Test series against West Indies.

Coronavirus: Puducherry CM's office shut as staff tests positive

Puducherry Chief Minister V Narayanasamy said on Saturday that his office would be temporarily closed after a staff member tested positive for COVID-19. The CM's office will now remain shut for two days for sanitization.

Realme C2, Realme 5s, Realme 6 become costlier in India

Just days after increasing the prices of its C3 and Narzo 10A smartphones, Realme has now hiked the prices of the Realme 6, C2, and 5s models in India.

NASA develops 3D-printed necklace to help people avoid face-touching

The uncontrolled outbreak of COVID-19 has gotten everyone worried.

Government approves use of dexamethasone for moderate, severe COVID-19 cases

The government on Saturday allowed the use of dexamethasone, a low-cost steroid drug, for the treatment of COVID-19 patients.

PCB set to stage remaining PSL matches this year

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is planning to complete the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2020 season later this year.

Microsoft is closing all its stores: Here's why

In a bid to adjust with the new 'normal', Microsoft has announced the plan to close its physical stores permanently.

As COVID-19 outbreak worsens, DTU students seek to cancel exams

Two days after two central boards canceled the examinations for students of Classes X and XII, students of the Delhi Technological University (DTU) seek cancellation of their online end-term exams.

Happy Birthday Dale Steyn: A look at his splendid feats

South African pace spearhead Dale Steyn turned 37 on Saturday.

De Bruyne backs Manchester City to finish strongly this season

Manchester City mid-fielder Kevin De Bruyne claimed that the club will not dwell on losing the Premier League in what could still be an "unbelievable season".

This is how Samsung Galaxy A01 Core will look like

Samsung is working to launch a new affordable Galaxy A01 Core handset and thanks to reputed tipster Evan Blass, we know how it will look like.

Ahead of launch, Redmi 9A's specifications and design details revealed

The key specifications and features of Xiaomi's upcoming Redmi 9A have been revealed through a catalog intended for the Philippines market.

Key details of Renault Kiger's interiors revealed in spy images

French automaker Renault's upcoming compact SUV, the Kiger, will be launched in India sometime around October.

OnePlus Nord to sport a 32MP dual selfie camera setup

According to a report by Android Central, the upcoming OnePlus Nord will sport a dual-lens selfie camera. This will make it the company's first handset to have dual front cameras as all of its existing models offer only a single selfie shooter.

FA Cup, Norwich vs Manchester United: Preview, Dream11 and stats

Manchester United take on Norwich City in the quarter-finals of the FA Cup.

Serie A, gameweek 28: All that you need to know

The Serie A, gameweek 28 started with leaders Juventus overcoming Lecce.

OnePlus 8 Pro to go on sale on June 29

The OnePlus 8 Pro is scheduled to go on sale in India on June 29 at 12 pm via Amazon and OnePlus e-store. Alongside the Pro model, the regular OnePlus 8 will also be available for purchase.

Swarms of locusts reach Gurugram, residents share visuals

After weeks, crop-destroying locusts are back in North India, this time to launch an attack on Gurugram, Haryana, just next to Delhi.

Pakistan to arrive in England on June 28

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), on Friday, confirmed the Pakistan cricket team will arrive in the UK on June 28.

Bundesliga, final gameweek: All that you need to know

The Bundesliga 2019-20 season is finally set to come to an end on Saturday.

Delhi to start serological survey for COVID-19 today: Details here

Health officials in Delhi are set to begin a serological survey to determine the spread of COVID-19 in the national capital and how many people might be immune to the disease.

India, China dig in for long haul, de-escalation seems afar

It's been almost two months that Indian and Chinese troops have been engaged in an eyeball-to-eyeball situation in Eastern Ladakh. During this period, a violent clash ensued in Galwan Valley too.

Tamil Nadu: Father, son die in police custody, outrage follows

In Tamil Nadu, the punishment for violating the coronavirus-induced lockdown is, shockingly, death, like the heart-wrenching story of one P Jayaraj and his son J Bennix has shown.

Oxford's COVID-19 vaccine: All you need to know

Ever since COVID-19 started spreading, scientists have been racing to develop a vaccine and fight off the pandemic.

#CareerBytes: How to select the best MBA college?

Master of Business Administration (MBA) is one of the most sought-after post-graduate courses in the country.

Huawei's camera-centric Nova 7i to be launched in July

Huawei will launch its camera-centric Nova 7i mid-ranger in India in July, according to Pricebaba.

Benelli's TRK 502 rebranded as QJ SRT 500 in China

Benelli's parent company, Qianjiang, has renamed the TRK 502 motorcycle to QJ SRT 500 for the Chinese market.

Five cool ways to style your white sneakers

Some trends are loved by one and all.

26 Jun 2020

People complained they weren't 'invited' for Sushant's funeral: Sandip

Bollywood producer Sandip Ssingh, who is currently dealing with the loss of his close friend and actor Sushant Singh Rajput, has opened up on his untimely demise.

#NewsBytesExplainer: Will Joe Root bounce back in Test cricket?

International cricket will soon be in full swing with England hosting West Indies for a three-match Test series in July.

#Alert: TikTok reads the content of clipboard on iPhones

Hours after iOS 14 preview went live, testers discovered its ability to alert when an app reads clipboard.

Novak Djokovic's coach Goran Ivanisevic tests positive for coronavirus

World number one Novak Djokovic's coach Goran Ivanisevic has tested positive for COVID-19.

TV shows go back on floors, new episodes in July

It's high time for the cameras to roll, or so the authorities think.

Amazon's next big ambition? A fleet of AI-controlled self-driving cars

After Alphabet's Waymo, Tesla, and Uber, online shopping giant Amazon is stepping into the field of autonomous vehicles.

Suzuki celebrates its racing heritage with a GSX-S750 MotoGP Replica

To celebrate its 100th anniversary and 60 years in racing, Japanese manufacturer Suzuki has unveiled a MotoGP Replica of the GSX-S750 motorcycle in France.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar reveals the turning point of his career

Indian pace spearhead Bhuvneshwar Kumar believes his stint with Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 2014 Indian Premier League revamped his bowling.

Premier League: Best signings under Klopp that made Liverpool champions

Jurgen Klopp joined Liverpool in October 2015 and has notched 156 wins across competitions out of 258 games.

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Now, Facebook will warn you about old news articles

Credibility and timeliness are the two most important aspects of online news consumption; they define what people perceive of different matters, events.

Hyundai Venue sells over 1 lakh units in 1 year

Over 1 lakh units of Hyundai's subcompact SUV, the Venue, have been sold since its launch in May 2019.

2021 Mahindra XUV500's cabin details revealed in spy photos

Spy photos of a test mule of the 2021 Mahindra XUV500 have outed key details about interiors of the upcoming SUV.

Google Pixel 4a gets FCC certification, launch imminent

Google's Pixel 4a is expected to go official in the coming weeks. A new handset from the company's stable, most likely the Pixel 4a, has been certified by the FCC, hinting at its imminent launch.

CRPF jawan martyred, minor killed in terror attack in Anantnag

In a tragic piece of news, a jawan of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) was martyred and a six-year-old boy was killed after terrorists attacked security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag, police said on Friday.

Five greatest champions in Premier League history

Liverpool won the Premier League 2019-20 title after Manchester City failed to beat Chelsea in gameweek 31.

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Justin Bieber files $20 million lawsuit against sexual assault accusers

Pop star Justin Bieber has filed a $20 million (approximately Rs. 15 crore) lawsuit against two women who recently accused him of sexual assault.

Finch has his eyes on the 2023 ODI World Cup

Australia's limited-overs cricket team captain Aaron Finch is plotting a title bid for the 2023 ODI World Cup in India.

Gurugram to be put under partial lockdown for two weeks

Some parts of Gurugram, Haryana, will be locked down for two weeks to tackle the surge in coronavirus cases, a report in The Times of India said on Friday.

New logo to interface, here's how Google Photos is changing

With over a billion active users, Google Photos serves as an ideal cloud storage solution to preserve precious photos and videos and revisit them whenever, wherever needed.

Bouncer rule curtailed success of black teams: Darren Sammy

All-rounder Darren Sammy claimed the rule to limit bouncers per over, plummeted the dominance of West Indian fast bowlers.

Deepika Singh thanks Delhi government after mother recovers from COVID-19

Earlier this month, television actor Deepika Singh had appealed to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and his government to get her mother admitted to a hospital there, after she was diagnosed with the coronavirus.

Statistical analysis: How Manchester City's indifferent form hurt them?

Manchester City were dominant in 2017-18 and 2018-19 to clinch two successive Premier League honors under Pep Guardiola.

Delhi is now India's coronavirus capital: What all went wrong

In numerous media interactions and interviews, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal stated Delhi won't become New York, the global epicenter of coronavirus, or Mumbai for that matter, where the largest number of cases of COVID-19 were concentrated in India.

Redmi K20-series gets latest MIUI 12 update: How to install

Xiaomi has started rolling out the latest MIUI 12 update for its Redmi K20 and K20 Pro smartphones.

Hyundai to launch a 7-seater Creta in India in 2021

Hyundai is planning to expand its Creta family by introducing a 7-seater model that is likely to debut in India in 2021.

Sushant's father reveals actor wanted to get married next year

Late actor Sushant Singh Rajput's father, KK Singh, has opened up to the media for the first time after his untimely demise. He talked about his death and his mental state.

Coronavirus outbreak: ECB cancels national tournaments

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), on Thursday, canceled several national competitions, including the Royal London Club Championship due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Premier League, gameweek 31: Here are the key takeaways

Liverpool have won their maiden Premier League title after Manchester City lost against Chelsea in gameweek 31.

OPPO F7 receives Android 10-based ColorOS 7 update in India

OPPO has started releasing the latest Android 10-based ColorOS 7 update for the OPPO F7.

Samsung Galaxy S20-series gets camera improvements and July security patch

Samsung has started rolling out a new update for its flagship Galaxy S20 series of handsets, along with the latest July 2020 Android security patch.

Premier League 2019-20: Liverpool's title win in numbers

Liverpool's 30-year wait for a top-flight title ended after Manchester City were beaten by Chelsea in gameweek 31 of the Premier League 2019-20 season.

COVID-19: Who will be the first ones to get vaccinated?

COVID-19 has wreaked havoc around the world, leaving everyone desperate for a vaccine - a much-needed shot that prevents contraction or at least mitigates the severe impact of the novel coronavirus.

SL Minister submits nine-page report to support match-fixing claims

Former Sri Lanka sports minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage, on Thursday, submitted a detailed report to back his claims that the ICC World Cup 2011 final was fixed.

Galwan Valley face-off: In strong statement, India blames China

In what qualifies as India's strongest statement since the face-off at the Galwan Valley, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Anurag Srivastava said on Thursday China's conduct along the border defied all mutually agreed norms.

US shifting troops to counter Chinese threat to India, others

The United States could have a role to play in the ongoing Indo-China conflict, as Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said on Thursday that the country was reviewing the position of its troops in Europe to face the threat which People's Liberation Army poses to Asian countries like India, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines, as well as South China Sea.

Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 4.91 lakh after another record spike

India on Thursday reported roughly 18,000 new coronavirus infections, marking yet another record single-day spike.

Premier League: Liverpool win title after Chelsea beat Manchester City

Liverpool have sealed their maiden Premier League title after Chelsea edged past Manchester City 2-1 at Stamford Bridge.

#GamingBytes: Consoles or gaming laptops, which one should you buy?

Value for money or portability? Better frame rates or accessories? Discounts or exclusive titles?

Acer launches Swift 5 (2020), ConceptD 3 and Ezel laptops

Acer has launched the Swift 5 (2020) laptop at its Next@Acer event. The notebook is powered by "next-generation" Intel Core processors along with integrated graphics based on Intel's Xe architecture.

How to make mouth-watering jalebi at home

Jalebi is an Indian sweet dish that is immensely popular in North India.