27 Jul 2020
Indian basketball captain Bhriguvanshi vouches for a domestic league
The captain of the Indian basketball team Vishesh Bhriguvanshi believes the sport would have a bright future in the country.
IPL 2020: UAE receives Letter of Intent from BCCI
The Emirates Cricket Board (ECB), on Monday, confirmed receiving the Letter of Intent from the BCCI to host the Indian Premier League this year.
Big Tech CEOs to testify before Congress: All details here
On Wednesday, the Chief Executives of four of US' largest technology conglomerates - Amazon, Apple, Facebook, and Google - are heading to testify before a US Congressional panel.
Redmi 9 to be launched in India on August 4
Xiaomi is all set to launch its budget-friendly smartphone, the Redmi 9, in India on August 4 at 12 pm. The handset was originally announced in Spain last month and later arrived in China.
Yamaha's BS6-ready FZ 25 motorcycles launched at Rs. 1.52 lakh
Yamaha has launched its new mid-budget sports naked motorcycles, the FZS 25 and FZ 25, in India at a starting price of Rs. 1.52 lakh.
Bollywood action director Parvez Khan passes away at 55
Bollywood action director Parvez Khan, best known for his work in Hindi movies such as Andhadhun and Badlapur, passed away on Monday after suffering a massive heart attack. He was 55.
IPL 2020: Five contenders for the Purple Cap
The advent of the Indian Premier League transformed the game for bowlers.
Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine goes into final human trial stage
In a major development, the COVID-19 vaccine developed by biotech giant Moderna Therapeutics has gone into the third and final stage of clinical human trials.
Chhattisgarh: Government extends lockdown till August 6 in worst-hit districts
As Chhattisgarh continues to witness a surge in COVID-19 cases, the state government on Monday announced that the ongoing lockdown in the worst-hit districts will be extended until August 6.
Bugatti's latest electric vehicle is a toy car for kids
Bugatti, known for its multi-million dollar supercars, has launched a limited-edition car for kids. Dubbed as the Bugatti Baby II, the latest offering is a scaled-down, battery-powered replica of the Type 35 that debuted in 1924.
Sushant Singh Rajput case: Filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt records statement
Filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt was on Monday questioned by the Mumbai Police in connection with Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput's death case.
This is Samsung's most affordable smartphone in India
As its most affordable smartphone in India, Samsung has launched the Galaxy M01 Core in the country today. It is an entry-level Android Go-based handset and starts at just Rs. 5,499
Rajasthan: Governor okay with Assembly session but has questions
In a new development related to the impasse in Rajasthan, Governor Kalraj Mishra on Monday said he wasn't averse to calling an Assembly session but wanted Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot to clarify three things.
Delhi launches dedicated portal to help people find jobs
As the COVID-19 pandemic has left tens of thousands of people jobless, struggling for their monthly salaries, the Delhi government has embarked on a mission to help them get back to work.
Reece Topley included in England's ODI squad for Ireland series
England have announced a 14-member squad for the upcoming ODI series against Ireland, starting July 30.
Aishwarya, Aaradhya test negative for COVID-19, discharged from hospital
Bollywood actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan as well as her eight-year-old daughter, Aaradhya, have tested negative for the coronavirus. They were diagnosed with the disease on July 12.
#TechBytes: 5 new features you must try on Telegram
Despite serving a much smaller user base than WhatsApp, Russian messaging platform Telegram is not giving up on its mission.
After Rahman, Resul Pookutty says Bollywood ignored him as well
Oscar award-winning sound designer Resul Pookutty has opened up about how Bollywood sidelined him after he won the coveted accolade.
First five Rafale jets enroute India: All details here
Years after India inked a deal with France for 36 Rafale jets, the first lot of five jets took off from Merignac airbase in Bordeaux today, ushering in a new phase in bilateral ties of both countries.
OnePlus Nord's new 'Gray Ash' color variant spotted in OxygenOS
OnePlus Nord could get a new 'Gray Ash' color variant in the coming weeks. According to XDA-Developers, the new shade was discovered in the Engineering Mode app within OxygenOS.
ICC launches Men's Cricket World Cup Super League
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially launched the inaugural Men's Cricket World Cup Super League.
J&K's UT status humiliating, won't contest Assembly polls: Omar Abdullah
Almost a year after Jammu and Kashmir was stripped of its special status and split into two Union Territories, former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah wrote a strongly-worded opinion piece in Indian Express, announcing that he would not contest Assembly polls till statehood is restored.
Ahead of world premiere, Kia Sonet gets listed in India
Ahead of its global debut in India on August 7, the Kia Sonet sub-compact SUV has been officially listed in the country.
Realme V5 to be launched on August 3; specifications leaked
Realme's upcoming budget-friendly handset, the Realme V5, will be launched in China on August 3, a new teaser has confirmed.
Tamil actor Vijayalakshmi attempts suicide, hospitalized
Actor Vijayalakshmi, who predominantly appears in Kannada and Tamil films, allegedly attempted suicide on Sunday.
India mulls ban on 275 more Chinese apps, including PUBG
Weeks after banning as many as 59 applications from China over safety concerns, India has put 275 more apps from the neighboring nation on its radar.
It's home: Persecuted in Afghanistan, 11 Sikhs arrive in Delhi
Eleven Sikhs from Afghanistan reached Delhi on Sunday, four months after a barbaric attack at a gurudwara in Kabul killed 27.
Google Pixel 4a tipped to be launched on August 3
Google's budget-friendly Pixel 4a, which was supposed to arrive in May but was hit by multiple delays, will finally be launched on August 3, tech analyst and tipster John Prosser has claimed.
NewsBytes Briefing: Google sued for shady practices, and more
Over the weekend, another case was added to the list of lawsuits against Google.
Motera Stadium will host Team India's bio-secure training camp: Reports
The Sardar Patel Stadium in Ahmedabad is likely to host Team India's much-awaited training camp soon.
Rajasthan: BSP's Mayawati wants her MLAs back, will approach court
Mayawati's Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) played its cards in the raging political crisis of Rajasthan by announcing that it would approach the high court to reclaim six MLAs, who "merged" with Congress in 2019.
Instagram caught accessing camera unnecessarily on iPhone
Despite being in beta, Apple's latest iPhone operating system, the iOS 14, is doing wonders at bringing sneaky app behaviors into the limelight.
Time capsule to be kept 2,000 feet under Ram Temple
Taking into account the protracted legal battle that the disputed site in Ayodhya stirred, the Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, tasked with building a Ram Temple, has decided to place a time capsule about 2,000 feet below the structure.
Coronavirus: With nearly 49,000 new cases, India's tally reaches 14.3L
India on Sunday reported nearly 49,000 new coronavirus infections, bringing the total number of cases to 14.3 lakh. The death toll also reached 32,824 with roughly 700 more deaths.
England vs West Indies, Day 3: List of key takeaways
England seem to have taken complete control of the ongoing third Test at the Old Trafford.
Five easy tea-time snacks you should try
All Indian families are big time fans of evening tea with homemade snacks.
Samsung's new Watch will let you answer calls with gestures
In less than 10 days, Samsung will unveil its fancy Galaxy Watch 3.
Premier League 2019-20 season in numbers
The Premier League 2019-20 season came to an end with a frantic final day that saw Manchester United and Chelsea earn top-four finishes.
26 Jul 2020
Premier League, Manchester United beat Leicester: List of records broken
Manchester United beat Leicester City 2-0 to qualify for the Champions League.
Yuvraj Singh slams team management for handling him 'unprofessionally'
Former Indian all-rounder Yuvraj Singh yet again slammed the team management for handling him poorly towards the fag end of his career.
Zack Snyder's 'Justice League' to feature Superman in black suit
Zack Snyder's long-pending Justice League is finally happening, and many DC fans are still in the "pinch me" phase.
All that happened in the entertainment world today
On Sunday, news in the world of entertainment was about Hollywood bidding farewell to a veteran star, Amitabh Bachchan sharing fresh thoughts from the hospital, and more loved-up reactions for Sushant Singh Rajput's swan song Dil Bechara.
#NewsBytesExclusive: How author Harinder Sikka was "cheated" by Gulzars
Amid the raging insider-outsider debate in the film industry and reignited talks about Bollywood's ever-ungrateful nature, author Harinder Sikka spoke with NewsBytes.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Live price and features leaked; ANC confirmed
Samsung's upcoming bean-shaped truly wireless earbuds will be officially called Galaxy Buds Live and support Active Noise Cancellation, an update to the Galaxy Buds companion app has confirmed.
IPL 2020: Five contenders for the Orange Cap
The Indian Premier League is all set to bring back the extravaganza this season.
#WeeklyRecap: OnePlus Nord launch, massive VPN leak, Garmin's outage, more
This week, a number of developments were noted, especially in the consumer technology category.
After divorce rant, Kanye West apologizes to Kim Kardashian
American rap star Kanye West has issued a public apology to his wife, reality television star Kim Kardashian West, for talking in public about matters that he now says should have remained private.
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra's Mystic White variant leaked
Samsung's Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, which we have seen in Mystic Black and Mystic Brown color options, will also be offered in a Mystic White shade, 91mobiles has revealed.
COVAXIN: First part of phase 1 trials complete; results encouraging
The first part of phase I trials of India's first indigenous COVID-19 vaccine candidate has completed and the results are said to be encouraging.
Jack Ma summoned by Indian court over censorship allegations
China's Alibaba and its billionaire founder Jack Ma have both been summoned by an Indian court over allegations of censoring content and spreading fake news.
Winning Test series in England will be the pinnacle: Roach
Pace spearhead Kemar Roach believes West Indies could still bounce back despite reeling in the series decider at the Old Trafford.
#PremierLeague: Who will earn UCL qualification on the final day?
Manchester United, Chelsea and Leicester City are in the race for two Champions League places.
Apple Glass, iPhone 12 series, ARM-based MacBooks launch details leaked
Apple has planned two special events for September and October where it will unveil a bunch of new products, according to tipster iHactu Pro.
Premier League: Who will be relegated on the final day?
Aston Villa, Watford and Bournemouth are vying for one position to stay in the Premier League next season.
#TechBytes: These are the best gaming smartphones available right now
To play the latest games, you need a smartphone that promises a long-lasting battery, an excellent display, and a powerful processor.
Ganguly a suitable candidate for ICC Chairman post: Kumar Sangakkara
Former Sri Lankan captain Kumar Sangakkara has backed Sourav Ganguly for the International Cricket Council's Chairman role.
Fifth round of LAC talks with China likely next week
India and China are expected to hold the next round military talks next week as the disengagement process at Pangong Tso is yet to see completion.
#SSRdeath: Alleging lapses in investigation, lawyer calls for CBI probe
Citing several lapses and missing links in the ongoing investigation by Mumbai Police, a Delhi-based lawyer has called for a Crime Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into actor Sushant Singh Rajput's death.
Romelu Lukaku equals 70-year Serie A record for Inter
Former Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku continued his run in the Serie A 2019-20 season.
Messenger Rooms: How to use Facebook's new Zoom challenger
A few months ago, Facebook introduced Messenger Rooms as its own "casual" take on Zoom and Google Meet.
Premier League, Leicester vs Manchester United: Preview, Dream11 and stats
Leicester City and Manchester United are in for a Champions League showdown in gameweek 38 of the Premier League.
Kangana supports Rahman after he calls out Bollywood 'gangs'
One realizes that the infighting has really hit home when AR Rahman, a man of few words who prefers speaking through his talent, opens up against the industry.
Dhoni should keep playing if he feels fit: Gautam Gambhir
Former Indian opener Gautam Gambhir on Saturday said Mahendra Singh Dhoni should keep representing India if he feels hit.
Here are some health benefits of barley
Barley is one of the most widely consumed cereal grains out there.
#MannKiBaat: Coronavirus still as lethal as before, says Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday hosted the 67th episode of his radio show 'Mann Ki Baat'.
#TechBytes: Latest flagship smartphones fueled by Snapdragon 865+ chipset
Qualcomm has announced the Snapdragon 865+ as an improved version of its flagship mobile processor, the Snapdragon 865, recently. The Plus version offers up to 10% better CPU and GPU performance as compared to its predecessor.
Google uses Android to track its rivals apps: Report
In a major shocker, a report from The Information has revealed that Google uses Android to track the applications offered by its rivals.
Coronavirus: As Bengaluru faces spike, over 3,000 patients 'untraceable'
In Bengaluru, over 3,000 people who tested positive for the novel coronavirus are "untraceable" even as the city faces a spike in the number of infections.
England vs West Indies, Day 2: List of key takeaways
Despite losing early wickets, England dominated the entire Day 2 of the ongoing series decider at the Old Trafford.
POCO rolls out stable MIUI 12 update for F2 Pro
POCO has started releasing the stable MIUI 12 update for its flagship smartphone, the POCO F2 Pro. The firmware is being released worldwide.
OPPO A72 5G, with MediaTek Dimensity 720 chipset, launched
Expanding its portfolio of 5G smartphones, OPPO has launched the OPPO A72 5G in China. The budget-friendly handset comes as an upgrade to the 4G variant that was launched in June.
This luxury car will feature the world's first rear-seat airbags
In a pioneering move towards ensuring the safety of passengers, Mercedes-Benz has announced that its 2021 S-Class will come with rear-seat airbags. The flagship sedan, set to be unveiled on September 2, will be the world's first car to offer this safety feature.
Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 13.85 lakh; over 32,000 dead
On Saturday, India reported over 48,000 new coronavirus infections, bringing the total number of cases to 13.85 lakh. The death toll crossed 32,000 with over 700 more deaths on Saturday.