29 Jun 2020

Android 10 update rolled out for T-Mobile's LG Stylo 5

South Korean tech giant LG's Stylo 5 handset locked to telecom operator T-Mobile's network is now receiving the latest Android 10 update in the USA.

#NewsBytesExplainer: Alzarri Joseph could be the dark horse against England

Fast bowler Alzarri Joseph is a promising talent in the West Indian squad, who relies on his brute pace.

Unlock 2.0 guidelines released: What's allowed and what's not

The central government on Monday unveiled guidelines for the second phase of "unlocking" from the coronavirus lockdown, called 'Unlock 2.0'.

TikTok to SHAREit, Government of India bans 59 Chinese apps

Amid heightened tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), the Government of India has taken the decision to ban 59 Chinese smartphone apps with immediate effect.

Coca-Cola to Unilever, these big brands are boycotting Facebook ads

Facebook is heavily reliant on a revenue model where it shows personalized ads from brands and generates money from the businesses for providing ad space and the resulting traction.

Iran issues arrest warrant for Trump over top commander's killing

Iran has issued an arrest warrant against United States President Donald Trump and dozens of others for the killing of its top commander Qassem Soleimani.

CJI Bodbe snapped astride a limited-edition Harley-Davidson; photos go viral

Pictures of Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sharad Bobde astride a Harley-Davidson Limited Edition CVO 2020 have gone viral on the social media.

OPPO F15 (Blazing Blue) color variant launched in India

OPPO has launched a new 'Blazing Blue' color variant of its budget-friendly smartphone, the OPPO F15, in India.

2020 Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports' deliveries commence in India

The deliveries of the 2020 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin Adventure Sports motorcycle have commenced in India. The bike was handed over to the first customer at the company's BigWing showroom in Gurugram, Haryana.

India-bound Audi Q5 (facelift) unveiled: Check what's new

German automaker Audi has unveiled the facelifted version of the Q5 SUV.

Former cricketer Sanjay Dobal passes away after contracting coronavirus

Former Delhi all-rounder Sanjay Dobal has died at the age of 52 as he succumbed to complications from the novel coronavirus.

India's Nitin Menon becomes youngest umpire to enter Elite Panel

Indian umpire Nitin Menon, on Monday, became the youngest ever to be included in the International Cricket Council's Elite Panel of Umpires for the 2020-21 season.

BS6 Renault Triber, with manual transmission, delivers 19km/liter: ARAI

Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) has pegged the fuel-efficiency of the BS6-compliant Renault Triber (manual) at 19km/liter, which is 1km/liter less than its BS4 counterpart.

Samsung's S20+ BTS Edition to be launched on July 2

For K-Pop fans, Samsung will launch the BTS edition of the Galaxy S20+ in India on July 2.

Redmi 9A, Redmi 9C to be launched on June 30

Xiaomi Malaysia has shared a teaser on Facebook, confirming the launch of its upcoming budget handsets, the 9A, and 9C, on June 30.

These budget-friendly Realme smartphones have become costlier India

Realme seems to be on a price-hike spree in India. Over the past few weeks, the Chinese smartphone maker has increased the prices of several budget-friendly handsets including the Realme 5i, Realme 6, Realme C2, Realme Narzo 10A, and Realme C3.

As coronavirus cases rise, Maharashtra extends lockdown till July 31

The Maharashtra government has decided to extend the ongoing lockdown till July 31. The ongoing restrictions were supposed to last until June 30.

Windows 10 update is slowing down some PCs: Details here

Microsoft has been facing a lot of criticism due to buggy Windows 10 updates.

China: 4 lakh people under lockdown as coronavirus cases rise

China has reimposed a strict lockdown in a province neighboring capital Beijing after detecting new coronavirus cases in the region.

Broad consults sports psychologist ahead of Windies series: Here's why

England pace bowler Stuart Broad has consulted a sports psychologist to prepare for the upcoming Test series against Windies.

Realme Narzo 10 (That Blue) color option arrives in India

Realme has introduced a new 'That Blue' color variant of its budget-range smartphone, the Realme Narzo 10, in India.

Delhi is setting up plasma bank for treating COVID-19 patients

In light of a surge in the number of COVID-19 infections, Delhi is moving to set up a plasma bank.

Realme X3 and X3 SuperZoom to go on sale tomorrow

Realme's newly-launched X3 and X3 SuperZoom will go on sale for the first time in India on June 30 at 12 pm via Flipkart and Realme.com.

#ThisDayThatYear: Sachin Tendulkar reaches 15,000 runs in ODI cricket

On this day in 2007, Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar became the first-ever batsman to score 15,000 runs in One-Day Internationals.

Ahead of launch, MG Gloster spotted without camouflage in India

MG Motor is expected to bring its flagship SUV, the Gloster, in the Indian market soon. As per reports, it is likely to go official after the launch of the three-row Hector Plus SUV in July.

Face of Kashmir's separatism, Syed Geelani, quits Hurriyat at 90

On Monday, Syed Ali Shah Geelani, the most known face of Kashmir's separatist politics, quit Hurriyat Conference, an umbrella body of separatist parties formed in 1993.

Microsoft patents 'detachable' dual screen device: Details here

Unlike Samsung, Huawei, and many other tech giants, Microsoft is focusing particularly on building dual-screen experiences through its hardware and optimized Windows 10X software.

Coronavirus killed one patient every 18 seconds this month

On Sunday, the world reached a grim milestone in the coronavirus pandemic — the death toll topped half a million. A total of 504,466 have died of the virus since it originated in China last year.

Windies players to sport 'Black Lives Matter' logo on jerseys

West Indies players will be sporting a 'Black Lives Matter' logo on the collars of their jerseys in the upcoming Test series against England, starting July 8 at the Ageas Bowl.

Terrorists attack Pakistan Stock Exchange in Karachi, several dead

In a gruesome incident, armed terrorists attacked the Pakistan Stock Exchange Building in Karachi on Monday, after which a gun battle ensued between them and police personnel.

NASA's contest: Design a 'lunar loo', win Rs. 26 lakh

NASA is going back to the Moon, with the hopes of landing the first woman and the next man there by 2024.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 gets Android 10-based One UI 2.1

South Korean tech giant Samsung is rolling out the latest Android 10-based One UI 2.1 update for its Galaxy Tab S4 in the US and Canada.

OnePlus 8 Pro's sale at 12pm today via Amazon, OnePlus.in

The OnePlus 8 Pro is scheduled to go on another flash sale today at 12 pm via Amazon and the company's official e-store.

Removed my ventilator: Coronavirus patient's last heartbreaking message to father

A 34-year-old man in Hyderabad, Telangana, succumbed to COVID-19 disease last week. In a heartbreaking video (his last) that he sent to his father, he said he couldn't breathe as hospital authorities allegedly removed his ventilator support.

As coronavirus cases rise, states tighten rules, focus on screening

The easing of coronavirus-induced lockdown led to a worrying rise in cases prompting few states to toy with the idea of re-imposing some curbs.

Coronavirus: India's tally nears 5.5L; Bengal, Karnataka see record spikes

India on Sunday reported over 19,000 new coronavirus infections, taking the total number of cases to 5.49 lakh. Meanwhile, the death toll rose to 16,490 with nearly 400 more fatalities.

Ahead of launch, MG Hector Plus listed on official website

Ahead of its launch in July, MG Motor India has listed its upcoming SUV, the Hector Plus, on its website.

Huawei P20 gets Android 10 with EMUI 10 in Canada

Huawei has started rolling out the latest Android 10-based EMUI 10 update for its P20 handset in Canada.

Meet Chingari, TikTok's latest rival in India

Amid heightened tensions along the LAC, calls to boycott Chinese goods have gone to a whole new level.

How to make delicious chocolate chip cookies at home

Chocolates are a gift to the mankind.

28 Jun 2020

Swara Bhasker trolled for her new web series 'Rasbhari'

Swara Bhasker, who never shies away from commenting on issues concerning women and portraying herself as a righteous feminist, is now facing the wrath of netizens for all wrong reasons, thanks to her new web series Rasbhari.

FA Cup, Chelsea beat Leicester City: List of records broken

Chelsea overcame Leicester City to reach the semi-finals of the FA Cup.

Honor X10 Max 5G with Dimensity 800 spotted on Geekbench

Smartphone maker Honor is gearing up to launch its upcoming mid-range handset, the X10 Max 5G, on July 2.

#NewsBytesExplainer: What will happen to ICC World Test Championship?

The coronavirus pandemic has taken a toll on the international cricket calendar with several bilateral series getting postponed.

Realme X3 SuperZoom update fixes phone lag, brings Realme PaySa

Realme is rolling out an update for its newly-launched X3 SuperZoom handset.

Jofra Archer will test the Pakistani batsmen: Younis Khan

Batting coach Younis Khan believes Jofra Archer will be a major threat for Pakistan in the upcoming Test series.

Sell standardized COVID-19 policies: IRDAI to insurance companies

As the number of COVID-19 cases continues to surge, the national insurance regulator is pushing standardized policies to help people protect themselves from the deadly disease.

#WeeklyRecap: Apple Silicon, iOS 14, fancy new phones, and more

This week has been all about consumer technology, thanks to Apple.

Chinese COVID-19 vaccine shows promise in human trials: Details here

As the world deals with the novel coronavirus pandemic, China National Biotec Group (CNBG) has announced a major milestone in the effort to develop a vaccine for the deadly respiratory disease.

Jack Leach eager to return in whites for England

England spinner Jack Leach is back in the mix as England prepare for the upcoming series against West Indies.

Movie distribution startup FilMe acquires rights to 'Angrezi Medium', 'Bala'

FilMe, a brand new offline film distribution startup, is looking to help filmmakers and producers reach a currently inaccessible set of audience.

Gemopai Miso mini electric scooter launched at Rs. 44,000

Gemopai Electric, a joint venture between Goreen E-Mobility and Opai Electric, has unveiled a mini electric scooter named Gemopai Miso at Rs. 44,000.

Coronavirus: Maharashtra lockdown will not be lifted after June 30

The coronavirus lockdown in Maharashtra will not be lifted after June 30, Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray said on Sunday.

Parthiv Patel illustrates captaincy styles of Kohli, Dhoni and Rohit

Indian wicket-keeper batsman Parthiv Patel, on Sunday, revealed the difference in captaincy styles of MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.

#AutoBytes: These new cars will be launched in July

The nationwide lockdown forced several automakers to postpone the launch of their new cars in India. However, with the increasing ease in restrictions, many companies are gearing up to announce their latest offerings.

Pakistan cricket team departs for England tour: Details here

The Pakistan cricket team left for England on Sunday with 20 players and 11 support staff.

Sushant's cousin feels he was facing pressure from Bollywood

Sushant Singh Rajput's tragic demise has triggered discussions around pertinent issues like nepotism, favoritism, and bullying in the film fraternity.

Premier League, gameweek 32: All that you need to know

Gameweek 32 of the Premier League started off with Wolves beating Aston Villa away from home and rise to fifth in the table.

Delhi won't reach 5.5 lakh cases by July-end: Amit Shah

Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said the number of coronavirus cases in Delhi will not reach 5.5 lakh by July-end, as previously estimated by the Delhi government on June 9.

How to prepare pani puri at home

Call it pani puri, or gol gappa, or phuchka, this zesty snack has a special place in the hearts of all Indians.

Manchester City will give Liverpool guard of honor: Pep Guardiola

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said that the players will give new Premier League champions Liverpool a guard of honor.

US CDC adds three new COVID-19 symptoms to its list

As the number of COVID-19 cases continues to surge in the US, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is updating the symptoms of the deadly disease.

Batting coach Vikram Rathour highlights Virat Kohli's work ethics

Indian cricket team's batting coach Vikram Rathour heaped praise on Virat Kohli for his indispensable work ethics.

FA Cup, Leicester City vs Chelsea: Preview, Dream11 and stats

Leicester City take on Chelsea in the quarter-finals of the FA Cup.

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#AutoBytes: Newly launched luxury cars in India

Catering to the demands and fancies of the ultra-rich, luxury car manufacturers have launched some of their newest offerings in India.

#MannKiBaat: India gave befitting reply to China, says Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday hosted the 66th episode of his radio show 'Mann Ki Baat'.

This 'smart mask' can amplify your voice, make calls

The COVID-19 crisis has brought a "new normal" upon us, a world where people prefer to remain socially distant and protected with masks and face shields.

Bundesliga 2019-20 season in numbers: Details here

The Bundesliga 2019-20 season got over on Saturday and we witnessed some superb results in gameweek 34.

Dia Mirza's five best summer outfits

Dia Mirza is one of the most beautiful and talented actors in Bollywood.

SSR suicide case: Police questions YRF casting director Shanoo Sharma

The Mumbai Police on Saturday interrogated Shanoo Sharma, a noted casting director with Yash Raj Films (YRF), in connection with the death of actor Sushant Singh Rajput.

England's Somerset County club to resume training from July 1

The Somerset County Cricket club announced that players will resume individual training from July 1.

LAC dispute: India deploys air defense systems in Ladakh

Amid heightened tensions along the India-China border in Eastern Ladakh, India has reportedly deployed air defense weapon systems in the region.

#AutoBytes: These are the most-anticipated upcoming cars in India

The nationwide lockdown triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic has delayed the arrival of several new cars in India.

Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 5.29 lakh after record spike

On Saturday, India detected roughly 20,000 new coronavirus infections—the biggest single-day spike yet.

iPhone SE scores a decent 101 in DxOMark camera tests

Apple's newly-launched budget handset, the iPhone SE (2020), has been reviewed by DxOMark.

How to make lip-smacking white sauce pasta at home

Made using pasta, some buttery white sauce and healthy veggies, white sauce pasta is a simple and delicious dish that is loved by people all around the world. What's more, it can be easily prepared at home.

Realme X3 update brings nifty system optimizations and bug fixes

Realme has started rolling out a new firmware update for its newly-launched X3 smartphone. The update fixes phone lag and fingerprint scanner's heating issues while improving screen brightness, picture quality, and overall system stability.

England vs West Indies: A look at the key battles

The forthcoming Test series between England and West Indies will mark the return of international cricket, following a three-month hiatus.

FA Cup, Manchester United beat Norwich: List of records broken

Manchester United beat 10-man Norwich City to reach the semi-finals of the FA Cup.