26 Aug 2020

Uber launches 'Auto rentals' in India

In a bid to revive its pandemic-hit business, ride-hailing giant Uber has launched 'auto rentals' in India.

OPPO F17, F17 Pro to be launched on September 2

OPPO is all set to launch its latest mid-range smartphones, the OPPO F17 and F17 Pro, in India on September 2 at 7 pm, the company has confirmed.

#ComicBytes: Professor X and Magneto, the ultimate frenemies

There is no relationship in Marvel as complicated as the one between X-Men leader Professor X and Magneto, his mortal enemy.

IPL 2020: Why spin will be pivotal in UAE

The Indian Premier League 2020 is all set to kick-off from September 19 in the United Arab Emirates.

MG Hector Plus becomes costlier by up to Rs. 45,800

MG Motor has increased the prices of its Hector Plus SUV for the first time since its launch in India in July.

Narcotics Control Bureau registers case in Sushant Singh Rajput's death

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has registered a case regarding the death of actor Sushant Singh Rajput.

Redmi K20 Pro becomes cheaper by Rs. 4,000

Xiaomi has temporarily slashed the prices of the Redmi K20 Pro in India by Rs. 4,000. The price-cut is applicable only to the 6GB RAM variant and will be available till August 31.

BS6 Mahindra Marazzo launched in India at Rs. 11.25 lakh

Mahindra has finally launched its Marazzo MPV in India, after facing an unexpected delay due to the COVID-19 crisis.

Vivo Y20 and Y20i launched; prices start at Rs. 11,500

Expanding its range of affordable smartphones in India, Vivo has launched the Y20 and Y20i models.

Sony Xperia 8 Lite, with Snapdragon 630 chipset, launched

Japanese tech giant Sony has launched a new Xperia 8 Lite mid-range smartphone in its home country. The handset comes as a slightly tweaked version of the Xperia 10 that was unveiled in February 2019.

This superstar watched 'Tenet' at London theater. Read his review

You read countless film reviews regularly written by journalists, reviewers and common people.

Some Chinese smartphones shipped with malware, stole money

Chinese smartphone maker TECNO, known for taking on the likes of budget players in emerging markets, has landed in a major controversy.

Amazon accused of unfair business practices in India: Details here

Amazon's antitrust troubles are not just limited to the United States or the European Union.

Disney+ reveals the rental price of 'Mulan' for international audience

Disney+ has revealed the rental prices of its mammoth of an action fantasy film Mulan for international markets.

Mehul Choksi moves Delhi HC over Netflix's 'Bad Boy Billionaires'

Fugitive diamond merchant Mehul Choksi on Wednesday moved the Delhi High Court against an upcoming Netflix docuseries.

ICC Test Rankings: James Anderson back in the top 10

The ICC Test Rankings are out and England pacer James Anderson is back in the top 10.

Karnataka: All colleges to start offline classes from October 1

The Karnataka government on Wednesday announced that all colleges in the state would resume offline classes from October 1.

Chinese ambassador downplays Galwan clash, calls it "unfortunate incident"

Chinese Ambassador to India Sun Weidong sought to downplay the Indo-China clash at Galwan Valley that took place around mid-June, at an Indo-China youth webinar.

Ducati launches Panigale V2 in India at Rs. 17 lakh

Italian automaker Ducati has finally launched the updated Panigale V2 as its first BS6-compliant motorcycle in India. At Rs. 17 lakh, it is the cheapest Ducati currently available in the country, replacing the entry-level 959 Panigale.

#NewsBytesExplainer: Reasons why KXIP could win maiden IPL title

The 13th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) will be in full swing from September 19, this time in the United Arab Emirates.

Rolls-Royce unveils limited-run Dawn Silver Bullet roadster

Luxury automaker Rolls-Royce has unveiled a limited-edition two-seater roadster variant of its Dawn convertible called the Dawn Silver Bullet.

Honda launches Jazz hatchback in India at Rs. 7.50 lakh

Japanese automaker Honda has finally launched the BS6-compliant model of its Jazz hatchback in India.

ASUS ZenFone 7-series, with 90Hz display and flip camera, launched

Expanding its range of flagship smartphones, Taiwanese tech giant ASUS has launched the ZenFone 7 and ZenFone 7 Pro in its home country.

Google 'confused' users with privacy settings, its own employees admit

Much like Facebook, Google is also heavy on tracking the web activity and location data of its users for advertising purposes.

NEET, JEE row: Sonia calls opposition-meet, Mamata suggests approaching SC

On Wednesday, at the opposition meeting convened by Congress President Sonia Gandhi on the controversy around JEE and NEET examinations, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee suggested approaching Supreme Court seeking a postponement.

Kerala nurse on death penalty in Yemen recounts horrid tale

Last week, Nimisha Priya made headlines after she was handed the death sentence for killing her "husband," a Yemeni national, and chopping his body into pieces.

Premier League: Records Liverpool can break in the 2020-21 season

After missing out on the Premier League title by a solitary point in 2018-19, Liverpool were unstoppable in the 2019-20 season.

HRD Minister Pokhriyal justifies holding NEET, JEE examinations amid coronavirus

HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' has finally waded into the controversy surrounding the impending NEET and JEE examinations, saying that the tests are being held due to "constant pressure from parents and students."

Matthew Perry puts pretty Malibu beach house on sale

One sprawling beach house in Malibu, California just lost its owner who played the world-famous role of the sarcastic Chandler on F.R.I.E.N.D.S.

How to get rid of blackheads and whiteheads at home

When a pore on your skin gets clogged and closes, it's known as a whitehead. But when the top remains open, a blackhead forms.

Royal Enfield Meteor 350's variant details and features leaked

Ahead of its expected launch this September, images revealing the variants and features of the Royal Enfield Meteor 350 have surfaced online.

Gionee's latest smartphone can fully-charge the Note 20 Ultra twice

Expanding its range of budget-friendly smartphones, Gionee has launched the M30 model in China.

Samsung's Tab S7-series to go on sale starting September 7

Samsung's recently-launched flagship Android tablets, the Tab S7 and Tab S7+, will go on sale in India next month. According to Pricebaba, the tablets will start shipping from September 7.

ICC World Test Championship: England miss chance to overtake Australia

England missed the opportunity to overtake Australia in the ICC World Test Championship points table after the drawn third and final Test against Pakistan in Southampton.

Not even one Rs. 2,000 note printed in 2019-20

Four years after they were introduced, the circulation and printing of Rs. 2,000 notes have declined sharply with not even a single one being printed by Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) currency note presses in the 2019-20 fiscal year, the annual report of the top bank said this week.

#HealthBytes: Why is turmeric beneficial for our skin?

As we all know, turmeric is a multi-purpose ingredient.

India-bound Honda City hybrid goes official: Check what's new

Japanese automaker Honda has revealed the 2020 City hybrid sedan in Malaysia. The new model comes with an i-MMD hybrid technology that utilizes a petrol engine and two electric motors.

Which clubs can sign Lionel Messi?

Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi handed in a transfer request, saying that he wants to leave the club after plying his trade for close to two decades.

Gayle will be a part of KXIP's core group: Rahul

Kings XI Punjab skipper KL Rahul has stated that the opening batsman Chris Gayle will remain a part of the team's core group for the upcoming Indian Premier League season.

NewsBytes Briefing: Chrome getting major speed improvements, and more

In the updates since last night, Google announced new features for Chrome, aimed at making the browser faster and power-efficient.

Korea: 'Tenet' fares well, but coronavirus forces theaters to close

Christopher Nolan's highly-anticipated film Tenet has had a glorious first two days in South Korea.

Redmi Note 9 Pro Max's sale today at 12 pm

Xiaomi's mid-range smartphone, the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max, is all set to go on sale in India today at 12 pm via Amazon and Mi.com.

An AI just found 50 new planets: Here's how

In a major development, an AI algorithm has discovered as many as 50 new planets.

How was the Pulwama attack planned: Exhaustive details here

The idea of the Pulwama attack of February 2019 was seeded in April 2018, when Jaish-e-Mohammed operatives crossed over the border from Pakistan, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) claimed in its 13,500-page charge-sheet filed on Tuesday.

Coronavirus: India's tally crosses 32.31 lakh; over 59,000 dead

On Tuesday, India reported 66,000 new coronavirus infections bringing the nationwide total to 32.31 lakh. Over 1,000 fresh fatalities pushed the death toll to 59,629.

Ahead of launch, specifications of Realme X7 Pro leaked

Ahead of its launch in China on September 1 this year, the Realme X7 Pro has gone live on an e-retailer; the listing revealed some of its specifications.

Gold smuggling case evidence burnt in Kerala Secretariat fire: Opposition

On Tuesday evening, a fire broke out in the North block of the Kerala Secretariat in Thiruvananthapuram, sparking a political row.

Lionel Messi tells Barcelona he wants to leave

Barcelona legend Lionel Messi has told the club that he wants to leave after nearly two decades with the Spanish giants.

Emmy 2020 to use 140 feeds to reach nominees live

Organizers of the Emmy Awards 2020 are doing everything it takes to make this coronavirus-ridden virtual show as live as possible.

England win the Test series 1-0: List of records broken

The third Test between England and Pakistan resulted in a draw as incessant rain caused perpetual delays.

25 Aug 2020

Now, Apple's iPhone SE 2020 is 'Made in India'

In a major development, Apple has started making iPhone SE 2020 locally in India.

51% COVID deaths in India in people above 60: Centre

The Union Health Ministry on Tuesday said that of all the coronavirus-related deaths in India, over half involved people above the age of 60 years.

Everything that happened in the entertainment world today

Today, news in the world of entertainment was about an exciting movie announcement, a fresh trailer release, and some more developments in the ongoing investigation into Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput's death.

James Anderson becomes first pacer to take 600 Test wickets

England pace spearhead James Anderson has become the first ever fast bowler to take 600 wickets in Test cricket.

Ahead of launch, Kia Sonet's fuel-efficiency figures revealed

Kia Motors will launch its Sonet sub-compact SUV in India in September. In the latest development, the car's mileage figures have been revealed by TimesDrive.

Delhi panel to summon Facebook executives over hate speech row

A Delhi panel is planning to summon Facebook executives amid allegations that the social media platform did not act against hate speech on its platform by politicians of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

Gionee Max, with 5,000mAh battery, launched at Rs. 6,000

After a long hiatus of about a year, Gionee has returned to the Indian market with a new Gionee Max model.

BMW

BMW's upcoming G 310 twins up for pre-ordering in India

BMW Motorrad is planning to launch its G 310 R and G 310 GS adventure tourers in India next month. In the latest development, several dealerships have started accepting unofficial bookings of the motorcycles for a token amount of Rs. 50,000.

Nokia 5.3 and C3 launched; prices start at Rs. 7,500

HMD Global has launched two new budget-friendly Nokia-branded smartphones in India.

Samsung Galaxy M51's pricing and full specifications leaked

Samsung is gearing up to introduce a new Galaxy M51 mid-range smartphone in India. According to news agency IANS, the handset will be launched as early as the second week of September and will be priced between Rs. 25,000-30,000.

UEFA Nations League: England call-ups for Maguire, Foden and Greenwood

Manchester United skipper Harry Maguire has been included in Gareth Southgate's England squad for next month's UEFA Nations League games against Iceland and Denmark.

Next month, Apple's online store could be launched in India

More than 10 years after launching the first iPhone in India, Apple is gearing up to start direct sales in the country.

Warner Bros, DC release multiple film, game trailers

DC fans couldn't have asked for a better gift.

SSR case: Shibani Dandekar quashes rumors of being 'mystery girl'

Ever since the tragic death of Bollywood star Sushant Singh Rajput, countless conspiracy theories and rumors have been circulating on social media.

Alastair Cook reaches 24,000 runs in First-class cricket

Former England captain Alastair Cook, on Monday, completed 24,000 runs in First-class cricket.

Here's how you can create a music room at home

Before you create a music room at home, you need to decide its exact use case.

Formula 1 confirms final 2020 races

Formula 1 has confirmed the final four races for the 2020 season on Tuesday.

Gionee K3 Pro, with MediaTek Helio P60 chipset, launched

Expanding its range of affordable smartphones, Gionee has launched the K3 Pro model in China.

Ahead of launch, engine details of 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class leaked

Ahead of its global debut on September 2, engine details of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class have leaked.

BS6 Mahindra Mojo 300 ABS becomes costlier in India

Mahindra has increased the prices of its BS6-compliant Mojo 300 ABS motorcycle for the first time since its launch in India in July.

OnePlus could launch a cheaper Nord smartphone in India soon

OnePlus is expected to introduce a cheaper mid-tier smartphone in India sometime in September, according to tipster @Boby25846908.

Kryphsa FC yet to receive funds, club in financial distress

The Indian Women's League 2019/20 runners-up Kryphsa FC continue to suffer financially amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

HK man gets reinfected by coronavirus: What does it mean

A 33-year-old man in Hong Kong has contracted COVID-19 twice this year in what is said to be the first documented case of reinfection, according to preliminary research.

Wear masks, gloves; carry bottles: Guidelines for JEE, NEET released

Even as thousands of aspirants have been seeking the postponement of JEE and NEET examinations, in wake of coronavirus pandemic, the National Testing Agency released guidelines.

iOS

#BugAlert: Security flaw flagged in Safari, but Apple delayed patch

Apple's Safari browser has been taking on Google Chrome with its promise of safety and security, but that does not mean it is totally bug-proof.

Transfer news: Chelsea set to complete three more deals

After having earlier purchased the likes of forward Timo Werner and winger Hakim Ziyech from RB Leipzig and Ajax respectively, Premier League giants Chelsea are going strong in the ongoing summer transfer window.

Salman Khan's 'Bigg Boss 14' postponed for a month?

Fans of Bigg Boss might have to wait a tad longer for their favorite reality show.

All you need to know about WHO's global COVAX initiative

With little hope that the coronavirus pandemic is going to slow down any time soon, all eyes are on the development of a vaccine against SARS-CoV-2.

OPPO A53, with Snapdragon 460 chipset, launched at Rs. 13,000

As the latest addition to its range of budget-friendly smartphones, OPPO has launched a new A53 model in India.

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 to be launched in September

Royal Enfield is planning to launch its much-anticipated cruiser motorcycle, the Meteor 350, in India in September. It will replace the now-discontinued Thunderbird 350X.

Prashant Bhushan's response even more derogatory, says SC; reserves order

In the contempt case against activist-lawyer Prashant Bhushan, the Supreme Court on Tuesday said that his response to the top court was even more derogatory than the original comments.

Motorola's upcoming RAZR 5G appears in a new 360-degree video

Motorola is expected to launch a new foldable smartphone on September 9. According to the reports, it will be called RAZR 5G and arrive as a follow-up to the Motorola RAZR (2019).

Fantasy Premier League 2020-21: Key guidelines to build a team

The Premier League 2020-21 season is all set to start from September 12 onwards.

Sanjay Dutt to fly down to US for cancer treatment

Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt has gotten a visa for the United States and will soon fly down to New York to seek medical treatment, according to reports.

IPL 2020: DC rope in Ryan Harris as bowling coach

Former Australian fast bowler Ryan Harris has been signed up by Delhi Capitals to be the team's bowling coach ahead of IPL 2020.

This robot can swab your nose for COVID-19 testing

In the fight against COVID-19, a number of countries have deployed robots capable of disinfecting surfaces, triaging patients, and maintaining social distance at public places.

By Diwali, domestic air operations could be restored: Hardeep Puri

Come Diwali (November 14), much of India's domestic civil air traffic will be restored to original numbers, said Civil Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Monday.

Coronavirus: Last week was India's worst, cases and deaths surged

The last week (August 17-22) was the worst one for India, as far as coronavirus cases and deaths are concerned, as the country added over 4.5 lakh cases to its tally and 6,666 deaths.

Premier League: Records Manchester City can break in 2020-21

After dominating the scenario in 2017-18 and 2018-19 respectively, Premier League giants Manchester City were off the mark in the 2019-20 season.

TVS Jupiter ZX, with i-Touchstart system, launched at Rs. 69,000

TVS Motor Company has launched a new disc brake variant of its Jupiter ZX scooter in India with i-Touchstart silent start system. This feature prolongs the two-wheeler's battery life and comes in handy during stop-go traffic.

Hyundai Venue bags 'Top Safety Pick' award in the US

Hyundai Venue has bagged the 'Top Safety Pick' award for the year 2020 by Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in the US.

Pulwama attack: NIA will file 5,000-page charge-sheet, naming Azhar, soon

More than a year after India was shaken by a terror attack in Pulwama, Kashmir, the National Investigation Agency will file a charge-sheet at a special NIA court in Jammu today, naming Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar and his brother Rauf Asghar as the masterminds.

DIY: How to make shampoo and conditioner at home

For centuries, skin and hair care involved fruits, barks, stems, seeds, and leaves, before the branded, heavily marketed products took over.

Legendary sprinter Usain Bolt tests positive for coronavirus

Legendary sprinter Usain Bolt has tested positive for the novel coronavirus.

Key takeaways from the Champions League 2019-20 season

The UEFA Champions League 2019-20 season came to an end with Bayern Munich maintaining their authority from start to finish.

NewsBytes Briefing: Epic's Unreal Engine gets legal protection, and more

Since last night, the case between Apple and Epic Games has progressed.

Sushant Rajput case: CBI might conduct "psychological autopsy"

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), tasked with probing the high-profile death case of Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput, might conduct a psychological autopsy of the late actor, reports have suggested.

Realme Narzo 10 to go on sale today via Flipkart

Realme's budget-friendly smartphone, the Narzo 10, will go on sale in India today at 12 pm via Flipkart and Realme.com.

Redmi Note 9 Pro goes on sale today via Amazon

Xiaomi's budget-friendly offering, the Redmi Note 9 Pro, will go on sale in India today at 12 pm via Amazon and Mi.com.

#ComicBytes: The best Marvel costumes, ranked

When it comes to iconic costumes, Marvel has done a pretty good job of creating great super suits.

POCO M2 Pro's sale today at 12 pm via Flipkart

POCO M2 Pro is all set to go on another sale in India today at 12 pm via Flipkart.

Jaish-ISI meet in Pakistan's Rawalpindi, Indian intelligence on alert

The intelligence wings in India have been placed on high alert after they learned of a meeting between the notorious terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed and Pakistan's spy agency ISI earlier this month, reports TOI.

LG

LG Q92 5G, with Snapdragon 765G chipset, goes official

Expanding its range of mid-tier 5G smartphones, South Korean tech giant LG has launched the Q92 5G model in its home country. It comes as an affordable version of LG Velvet 5G which was unveiled back in June.

Jharkhand: Ambulance services plagued by fake calls in COVID-19 times

State ambulance service providers in Jharkhand are being troubled by a new malaise in the time of COVID-19 — that of fake and prank calls.

Dinner hosted by Tharoor birthed letter which sparked Congress' crisis

The idea of the unprecedented letter sent to Congress President Sonia Gandhi earlier this month was seeded nearly five months ago at a dinner hosted by Shashi Tharoor, who represents Thiruvananthapuram in the Lok Sabha, a report in HT said.

Coronavirus: India's tally crosses 31.6 lakh; over 58,000 dead

On Monday, India reported a little under 60,000 new coronavirus infections. The nationwide total has now reached 31.64 lakh. Over 800 fresh fatalities also pushed the death toll to 58,565.

#HealthBytes: Why has Giloy become so important nowadays?

Known as 'amrita' in Ayurveda, which translates to 'root of immortality,' Giloy can help fix many of our health woes.

England vs Pakistan, third Test: Key moments of Day 4

After England enforced a follow-on, Pakistan put up a decent fight on Day 4 of the third Test at the Ageas Bowl.

Delhi to London via bus? It's possible, but in 2021

Just in case you needed yet another reason to madly wait for 2021, here you go: A bus trip from Delhi to London shall be possible next year.

OnePlus Nord's latest OxygenOS update brings a handful of improvements

The recently-launched OnePlus Nord has received yet another OxygenOS update in India, Europe, and other global markets.