Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak sues YouTube: Here's why
Steve Wozniak has filed a lawsuit against Google's YouTube.
Entertainment round-up: Abhijeet Bhattacharya's son is COVID-19 positive, and more
In the world of entertainment, news on Thursday was unwittingly about celebrities' COVID-19 test results. Singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya's son tested positive, while megastar Amitabh Bachchan busted a fake news report claiming he "recovered" from the disease.
AIIMS Nagpur develops smart band to monitor COVID-19 patients
In a bid to help with COVID-19 containment efforts, the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Nagpur, has developed a smart wrist band.
Green Card waitlist over 195 years for Indians: US Senator
An Indian national hoping for a Green Card would have to wait for over 195 years, said a top United States Senator.
Mohammad Amir returns two negative COVID-19 tests
Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir has returned two negative COVID-19 tests and is cleared to join the national side in England.
China just launched a rover and orbiter to Mars
Merely days after the UAE, China has also started its journey to Mars.
Jofra Archer included in England's 14-man squad for final Test
Fast bowler Jofra Archer has been included in England's 14-man squad for the third and final Test match against West Indies.
Nagma accuses Kangana of nepotism, gets slammed
Serving us yet another reminder that friendships are rare in the glitzy B-town, tempers continue to soar among members of film fraternity and the infighting continues to grow.
Ducati to launch Panigale V2 in India by August-end
Ducati is expected to launch its Panigale V2 motorcycle in India by the end of August, while deliveries are likely to commence in September.
Assam floods: 2.7 million affected in 25 districts; 91 dead
The floods in Assam have claimed the lives of at least 91 people, according to the latest reports. The state has been facing devastating floods the past few weeks which have affected nearly 2.7 million people across 25 districts.
SA Women to start training ahead of proposed England tour
A 24-member South Africa Women's cricket squad will begin a week-long skills-based training camp from July 27.
Ahead of launch, Samsung Galaxy Note 20's specifications leaked
Samsung is all set to unveil its brand-new Galaxy Note 20 series on August 5.
Ahead of launch, 2021 Mahindra XUV500 spotted testing in India
Mahindra is planning to launch its premium SUV, the XUV500 in India next year.
Twitter hackers accessed DMs of dozens of high-profile accounts
Last week's massive Twitter hack left more than 100 high-profile accounts, including those of business magnates like Jeff Bezos, Bill Gates, and Elon Musk, compromised.
Rajasthan crisis: Breather for Sachin Pilot in Supreme Court
Sachin Pilot, the sacked Deputy Chief Minister of Rajasthan, and 18 other dissident MLAs got a breather on Thursday as the Supreme Court refused to stay Rajasthan High Court's Tuesday verdict, wherein Speaker CP Joshi was directed to not decide on their disqualifications until Friday.
Premier League: Analyzing the race for two Champions League spots
The final gameweek of the Premier League 2019-20 season will see the likes of Manchester United, Chelsea and Leicester City vie for two Champions League spots.
Anurag Kashyap says he is ready to apologize to Kangana
The ongoing infighting among Bollywood celebrities has hit a new high, with the recent, rather bitter episode involving actors Kangana Ranaut, Taapsee Pannu, and filmmaker Anurag Kashyap.
Class XII marks admission criteria relaxed for NITs, other institutes
In light of the current coronavirus crisis, admission norms for National Institutes of Technology (NITs) and other Centrally Funded Technical Institutions (CFTIs) have been relaxed, Union Minister for Human Resource Development Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' announced on Thursday.
Flipkart buys Walmart India, foraying into online wholesale
In a major move, homegrown e-commerce giant Flipkart has acquired Walmart India.
Honor 9A to be launched in India on July 31
Expanding its portfolio of smartphones, Honor is all set to launch its budget-friendly Honor 9A in India on July 31, as revealed by an Amazon teaser.
Samsung launches another foldable phone (not in India)
South Korean tech giant Samsung has finally launched its much-anticipated foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Z Flip 5G, in the US.
Key takeaways from Liverpool's defining Premier League campaign
Liverpool have been superb this season in the Premier League and their thrilling 5-3 win against Chelsea in gameweek 37 gave more evidence of their character as champions.
Bollywood's links with Pakistan's ISI exposed: Details here
With Bollywood being scrutinized, now more than ever after the tragic demise of actor Sushant Singh Rajput, alleged links between celebrities and ISI, the notorious spy agency of Pakistan, have become the talking point.
Coronavirus: Could this drug be the treatment we're looking for?
As the coronavirus outbreak continues to spread across the world, the search for a treatment or cure remains on.
Amitabh and Abhishek, battling COVID-19, likely to be discharged soon
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan (77) and his son, actor Abhishek Bachchan (44), who were admitted to Mumbai's Nanavati Hospital after being diagnosed with coronavirus earlier this month, are likely to be discharged soon.
England vs WI, 3rd Test: Players to watch out for
England will be aiming to win the three-match series against West Indies when the two sides battle it out in the third Test from Friday.
2021 Toyota Yaris (facelift) to be launched on July 25
Japanese automaker Toyota has announced that it will launch the facelifted version of its Yaris sedan in the Philippines on July 25.
24 years jail time for known sex trafficker Sonu Punjaban
Sonu Punjaban, an infamous name in flesh trade, was on Wednesday handed 24 years in prison.
Lenovo's gaming smartphone, Legion Phone Duel, launched
Lenovo has launched its much-awaited gaming smartphone, the Lenovo Legion Phone Duel in China.
Kim Kardashian opens up on Kanye's struggle with bipolar disorder
Kim Kardashian West on Wednesday addressed growing concerns over her husband, rap star Kanye West's mental health, asking fans and media to show compassion and empathy toward their family.
Premier League: Key numbers from gameweek 37
Gameweek 37 of the Premier League 2019-20 season produced several interesting results.
NewsBytes Tech Briefing: Apple, Amazon offices raided in Italy
In the tech world, the news cycle was dominated by revenue reports and antitrust investigations.
POCO C3 to arrive as rebranded version of Redmi 9C
Chinese smartphone maker POCO is working to launch a new budget smartphone called the POCO C3, according to a Bluetooth SIG listing.
Rajasthan political crisis: Important hearing in Supreme Court today
Today, the Supreme Court will take up the matter, pertaining to the political crisis in Rajasthan after Speaker CP Joshi disagreed with the outcome in Rajasthan High Court.
De-escalation unlikely soon? 40,000 Chinese troops present in Eastern Ladakh
Despite multiple rounds of talks at diplomatic and military levels, disengagement at volatile areas along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) seems to have hit a roadblock with thousands of Chinese soldiers still being present at the front and depth areas of Eastern Ladakh, multiple reports said.
Premier League, Liverpool beat Chelsea: List of records broken
Premier League 2019-20 champions overcame Chelsea 5-3 in gameweek 37 at Anfield.
Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 12.4 lakh cases after biggest spike
India reported over 45,000 COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, marking the biggest spike in a single-day yet. The nationwide tally has now reached 12.4 lakh cases, including 29,897 deaths.
This device can 'disinfect' your home products with UV light
The scare of contracting COVID-19, which has been exploding in India, has got everyone worried.
OnePlus rolling out camera-centric OxygenOS update for the newly-launched Nord
Chinese tech giant OnePlus has started rolling out the latest OxygenOS update for its newly-launched mid-ranger, the Nord.
Coconut water health benefits: From good skin to healthy hearts
Coconut water has gained massive popularity across the globe. It is considered one of the healthiest drinks out there.
We pushed ABD to participate in T20 WC: De Kock
The International Cricket Council, on Monday, postponed the Men's T20 World Cup due to coronavirus pandemic.
Chetan Bhagat's story once again unravels Bollywood's ungrateful nature
Of the many things that are wrong in Bollywood — nepotism, gender pay gap, blatant sexism, and talentless actors — the one which gets little attention is how the industry, known for churning out substandard movies, doesn't credit its writers.
ASUS ROG Phone 3 launched in India at Rs. 50,000
Taiwanese tech giant ASUS has launched its latest flagship gaming smartphone, the ROG Phone 3, in India.
Entertainment round-up: A digital protest for Sushant, and more
In the world of entertainment, news on Wednesday was about late Sushant Singh Rajput's fans continuing to seek a more detailed investigation into his death, and some more goodness from actor Sonu Sood.
You can wear this mouse-sized air conditioner
Even though most of us remain locked in our homes, socially distant from the world, many essential workers who need to perform their duties have to still go out.
Williamson starts training, aims to feature in IPL
New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson said he is looking forward to playing in the Indian Premier League this year.
Randonautica: Why a random number generator app is getting popular?
Most people worldwide have been stuck at home due to the coronavirus pandemic, leaving them yearning for an outdoor adventure.
Kanye: Have been trying to divorce Kim for two years
US rapper Kanye West has claimed that he has been trying to divorce his wife Kim Kardashian West for almost two years.
Ex-Google CEO is creating a 'tech school' for US government
The American government has roped in former Google CEO Eric Schmidt to create a new 'tech school' called US Digital Service Academy.
Bookings for 2020 Mahindra Mojo 300 ABS begin in India
Mahindra Two Wheelers has started accepting pre-orders for the upcoming BS6-compliant 2020 Mojo 300 ABS in India.
Emirates Cricket Board awaits BCCI's confirmation to host the IPL
The Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) is waiting for an official confirmation from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to host the Indian Premier League (IPL).
England vs WI, 3rd Test: Records that can be scripted
England will be wanting to get the job done when they face West Indies in the third Test match, starting Friday.
'Dil Bechara' team pays musical tribute to Sushant Singh Rajput
Just days ahead of the release of this year's most anticipated film, Dil Bechara, the movie's music team, led by maestro AR Rahman, came together for a virtual concert to pay tribute to its star and late actor Sushant Singh Rajput.
#FundingAlert: B2B marketplace Bijnis raises $10 million from Sequoia, others
Bijnis, a Delhi-based technology-driven B2B retail marketplace, has secured $10 million in a Series-A round of funding.
Hyundai Venue, with iMT gearbox, launched at Rs. 10 lakh
Hyundai India has launched its Venue sub-compact SUV with an all-new Intelligent Manual Transmission (iMT) gearbox.
Ahead of launch, Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra's specifications leaked
Samsung is set to unveil its brand-new Galaxy Note 20 flagship smartphones on August 5.
OPPO F15 gets a new (4GB/128GB) variant in India
OPPO has launched a new (4GB/128GB) variant of its budget-friendly smartphone, the OPPO F15, in India. It joins the existing 8GB/128GB model which was launched in January.
Amid spike in coronavirus cases, lockdown announced in Kashmir Valley
The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Wednesday announced a lockdown in most regions of the Kashmir Valley to limit the spread of the coronavirus.
England vs West Indies, third Test: Preview, Dream11 and more
Hosts England sealed a 113-run victory over West Indies in the second Test to level the three-match series 1-1.
#StatisticalAnalysis: Cristiano Ronaldo could win a fifth European Golden Shoe
Cristiano Ronaldo is chasing a fifth European European Golden Shoe in his illustrious career.
7.8-magnitude earthquake jolts Alaska, tsunami warning issued, then revoked
A massive 7.8-magnitude earthquake jolted the Alaskan peninsula on Wednesday, triggering an alert for tsunami, multiple reports said.
Volkswagen Passat (facelift) spotted testing in India, launch imminent
German automaker Volkswagen is planning to launch the facelifted version of its flagship sedan, the Passat, in India soon.
Porsche unveils the new 911 Turbo in the US
German automaker Porsche has introduced its much-anticipated 911 Turbo in the US.
Flipkart's 'Qualcomm Snapdragon Days' sale: Check out the best deals
Flipkart's 'Qualcomm Snapdragon Days' sale is currently live with exciting deals available on popular Snapdragon-powered phones.
Anubhav Sinha says he had enough, 'resigns' from Bollywood
Amid the raging insider-outsider debate in the entertainment fraternity, tempers continue to soar among its members.
Government extends 'Work from Home' for IT firms till 2020-end
With rising coronavirus cases overwhelming the medical infrastructure, the government has, once again, decided to relax remote working norms for IT companies and BPOs.
India could play three T20Is against SA ahead of IPL
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is likely to explore the possibility of a three-match T20I series against South Africa in the UAE.
As coronavirus pandemic surges, some vaccine makers expect to profit
Some vaccine makers expect to make profits from their coronavirus vaccines, even as the pandemic continues to rage on.
La Liga 2019-20 season in numbers
The Spanish league season got over with Real Madrid winning the title.
US asks China to shut Houston consulate: Here's why
At a time when the United States and China are locked in a bitter battle over a number of issues, an unusual incident was reported from Houston, Texas.
SSR's death case: Critic Rajeev Masand questioned, records statement
Mumbai Police on Tuesday recorded the statement of journalist and film critic Rajeev Masand in connection with actor Sushant Singh Rajput's death case.
Rajasthan crisis reaches SC, speaker to challenge HC's order
The political crisis of Rajasthan will soon echo in Supreme Court in Delhi as Speaker CP Joshi has decided to approach the top judicial body against the direction, issued to him yesterday by the Rajasthan High Court.
Premier League, Liverpool vs Chelsea: Preview, Dream11 and stats
Chelsea will be aiming to get past champions Liverpool when the two sides meet in gameweek 37 of the Premier League 2019-20 season.
NewsBytes Briefing: Snap's revenue grows; Moderna's vaccine won't be cheap
The big story in the technology world is: Snap reported its earnings for Q2 2020 with notable gains - 9 million new users and 17% YoY growth in revenue.
Realme C11's first sale today at 12 pm via Flipkart
Realme's budget-friendly handset, the Realme C11, will go on sale for the first time in India today at 12 pm via Flipkart and Realme India's website.
Redmi Note 9 Pro Max to go on sale today
Xiaomi's Redmi Note 9 Pro Max is all set to go on another flash sale today at 12 pm via Amazon and Mi.com.
Happy Birthday Trent Boult: A look at his amazing feats
New Zealand fast bowler Trent Boult turned 31 on Wednesday.
Journalist, shot in front of daughters, dies; family demands answers
In a terrible piece of news that shows law and order has gone for a toss in Uttar Pradesh, the journalist, who was shot at by criminals in Ghaziabad on Monday evening, died, doctors confirmed on Wednesday.
Coronavirus vaccine will be available by 2021? Adar Poonawalla hopeful
Adar Poonawalla, the chief of Serum Institute of India (SII), is hoping that vaccine to fight coronavirus will be available in India by the first quarter of 2021.
Coronavirus: India's tally nears 12 lakh with 38,000 new cases
India reported over 38,000 cases on Tuesday, taking the nationwide tally past 11.94 lakh. Meanwhile, the death toll also rose to 28,767.
#NewsBytesExplainer: GPT-3, the powerful AI that generates stories, poems, code
Back in May, OpenAI, the AI start-up co-founded by Elon Musk, had announced an advanced language processing algorithm called 'GPT-3'.
HP Omen 15, Pavilion Gaming 16 laptops launched in India
Expanding its range of gaming laptops in India, HP has introduced the Omen 15 (2020) and Pavilion Gaming 16 notebooks.
Samsung's Android Go-based Galaxy A01 Core goes official
Expanding its range of affordable smartphones, Samsung has launched the Galaxy A01 Core in Indonesia.
Deliveries of Jawa Perak commence in India
After a long delay, Jawa Motorcycles has finally started delivering its highly-awaited Perak motorcycle to customers in India.
