28 Aug 2020

#ComicBytes: Interesting facts about Shazam!

Alright, long story short: Billy Batson's parents died when he was still a baby. The orphan fended for himself, but one day, he reached the Rock of Eternity.

Jail inmate attacks disgraced singer R Kelly: Here's why

R Kelly, currently incarcerated at Metropolitan Correctional Center, Chicago "isn't doing well."

Samsung Galaxy S20 FE and FE 5G moniker confirmed

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S20 Fan Edition will be launched in LTE as well as 5G variants and they will be called Galaxy S20 FE and Galaxy S20 FE 5G, the company has accidentally confirmed through a listing on its website.

Everything that happened in the entertainment world today

Today, news in the world of entertainment was about a veteran singer's death, updates on a couple of much-awaited flicks, more goodness by Sonu Sood, and some major developments in the investigation into Sushant Singh Rajput's tragic death.

Elon Musk's Neuralink is set to unveil 'working' brain-computer interface

In 2016, Elon Musk founded Neuralink, a start-up that strived to "connect humans with computers."

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

Tottenham Hotspur finished sixth in the Premier League 2019-20 season and the London giants will be aiming to show their mettle in the upcoming season, starting September 12.

Sonu Sood offers to help students reach JEE, NEET centers

Actor Sonu Sood, who is being the Good Samaritan in these difficult times, has donned that hat again.

Refusal to wear masks will get you on 'no-fly' list

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) announced that passengers who refuse to wear masks on flights would be put on a no-fly list.

BS6 Kawasaki Vulcan S motorcycle launched at Rs. 5.8 lakh

Japanese automaker Kawasaki has finally launched the BS6-compliant version of its Vulcan S motorcycle in India.

BS6 Mahindra XUV500 (automatic) launched at Rs. 15.65 lakh

Mahindra has launched a BS6-compliant automatic variant of its XUV500 in India. It was discontinued when the automaker upgraded the line-up to meet the latest emission norms.

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2021 BMW 4 Series Coupe breaks cover: Check what's new

Ahead of its global launch in October this year, BMW has revealed the 2021 4 Series Coupe.

OnePlus 'Clover' to come with a 6,000mAh battery, triple rear-camera

Earlier this week, we reported that OnePlus is working to launch a cheaper, entry-level smartphone in India in September. Now, thanks to Android Central, we have more details about the upcoming handset.

Cricket Australia restricts players from using sweat on England tour

After banning the use of saliva, Cricket Australia (CA) has restricted the players from using sweat from the head, face and neck to shine the ball during the upcoming limited-overs tour of England.

BSNL launches online education initiative with IIT Bombay, Yupp Master

State-run telco Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has launched a new initiative called DRONE in India.

Sushant's family lawyer says new pictures suggest 'death by strangulation'

Vikas Singh, the lawyer representing late Sushant Singh Rajput's family has claimed that the pictures of the actor's body that were earlier circulated online were "morphed."

IAF will formally induct Rafale jets on September 10

More than a month after five Rafale jets landed in India, they will be formally inducted into Indian Air Force (IAF) on September 10 at Haryana's Ambala airbase in presence of Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, multiple reports said.

NEET, JEE row: Six states file review plea in SC

In a new development pertaining to the raging row around JEE, NEET examinations, ministers from six non-BJP-governed states filed a review plea in Supreme Court challenging the earlier order, that allowed the competitive tests to take place on schedule, despite worsening coronavirus situation.

IPL 2020: Members of CSK contingent test positive for COVID-19

In a major blow to IPL franchise Chennai Super Kings, some members of the contingent have tested positive for the novel coronavirus.

Chelsea sign Thiago Silva on initial one-year deal

Brazil central defender Thiago Silva has signed for Chelsea on a one-year deal, with the option of another.

Is Abbott's rapid COVID-19 test the biggest game-changer?

In a major move, the US Food and Drug Administration has cleared a game-changing 'rapid antigen test' for COVID-19.

A look at James Anderson's milestone wickets in Test cricket

James Anderson recently became the first ever fast bowler to take 600 wickets in Test cricket.

Lionel Messi's Barcelona career in numbers

Earlier this week, Lionel Messi told Barcelona that he wants to leave after nearly two decades with the Spanish giants.

Redmi 9A to be launched in India on September 2

Xiaomi is all set to launch the Redmi 9A in India on September 2. It will arrive as a successor to the budget-friendly Redmi 8A that was introduced in September last year.

Coronavirus not valid reason to defer Bihar polls: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court on Friday rejected a plea that sought to postpone Bihar polls, scheduled for October-November, saying that the raging coronavirus crisis is not a valid reason to put off elections.

Ahead of launch, Toyota Urban Cruiser SUV's interior details revealed

Ahead of its launch in India next month, Toyota has revealed the interior details and features of the Urban Cruiser SUV.

Renault's upcoming sub-compact SUV, codenamed HBC, spotted testing in India

Renault's first-ever sub-compact SUV, which is codenamed 'HBC', is likely to be launched in India soon.

#HealthBytes: Benefits of using honey on skin

A natural sweetener, honey is produced by enzyme activity, plant matter, and live bacteria working together to create an ingredient that has many practical uses.

FA Community Shield, Arsenal vs Liverpool: Preview, Dream11 and stats

Arsenal and Liverpool are set to face each other in the FA Community Shield on Saturday at Wembley.

Ahead of launch, Sony Xperia 5 II's full specifications leaked

Sony is expected to introduce the Xperia 5 II (pronounced Xperia 5 Mark 2) on 17 September.

Delhi: Suicidal woman mails UK PM, cops avert tragedy

The Delhi Police raced against time on Wednesday to reach a woman, who e-mailed United Kingdom Prime Minister Boris Johnson, about her suicidal intentions.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 to be launched on September 1

Samsung will launch its latest flagship foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Z Fold2, on September 1, according to an official invite.

Force Motors postpones the launch of BS6 Gurkha to 2020-end

Force Motors has postponed the launch of its BS6-compliant Gurkha SUV from October to the end of 2020. According to the reports, the company is presently focusing on meeting demand for Traveller ambulances.

Family was always there: Sushant's sister slams Rhea's claims

Late actor Sushant Singh Rajput's sister Shweta Singh Kirti today slammed his girlfriend Rhea Chakraborty for her claims about the actor and his relationship with his family.

IPL 2020: Daniel Sams replaces Jason Roy at Delhi Capitals

Delhi Capitals have signed fast bowler Daniel Sams as a replacement for Jason Roy ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League season.

US Open 2020 draw: All that you need to know

The US Open 2020 starts from Monday, August 31 and despite several star players being absent, fans are still excited about the Grand Slam event.

How hackers used WhatsApp, LinkedIn to target human rights activists

Phishing is a common hacking technique, but in some cases, it can be deployed to do more damage than you can possibly imagine.

'Slandered' Rhea questions Sushant's family; mentions mother's 'illness,' his drug-addiction

Actor Rhea Chakraborty, who is at the center of the most sensational and followed news story in India currently — the Sushant Singh Rajput death case, revealed her side of the story on Thursday, in a series of TV interviews, but unwittingly ended up commenting disparaging things about him.

Skoda commences pre-bookings for Rapid (automatic) sedan in India

Ahead of its launch, Czech automaker Skoda has started accepting pre-bookings for the automatic model of the Rapid compact sedan in India.

Realme Narzo 10A to go on sale today via Flipkart

Realme's Narzo 10A is set to go on another sale today. The budget-friendly smartphone will be up for grabs at 12 pm via Flipkart and Realme.com.

Infinix Zero 8, with 90Hz display, Helio G90T chipset, launched

Expanding its portfolio of smartphones, Infinix Mobile has launched a new mid-range Zero 8 model in Indonesia.

Happy Birthday Lasith Malinga: A look at his monumental records

Sri Lankan maestro Lasith Malinga, on Friday, turned 37.

Annakoot: FMCG & Sattvik restaurants with a touch of finesse

A new retail chain called 'Annakoot - God's own cuisine' has announced its arrival in the Indian food and FMCG market.

Japan's longest-serving Prime Minister Shinzo Abe resigns over health issues

Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe tendered his resignation on Friday, hours after reports suggested he would take such a step as his health has deteriorated.

Sushant Rajput case: Rhea Chakraborty summoned by CBI today

Rhea Chakraborty has been summoned by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for questioning in the death case of actor Sushant Singh Rajput.

NewsBytes Briefing: Walmart-Microsoft team up for TikTok deal, and more

In the updates since last night, TikTok, the current talk of the town, got Walmart as the latest bidder for its business.

In letter to Sonia, dissenters suggested 11-points for Congress' revival

In the letter to President Sonia Gandhi, 23 Congress leaders outlined 11 points for the revival of the party, adding that honest introspection is the first step to take on ruling BJP.

Coronavirus: India's tally climbs to 33.8L with another record spike

On Thursday, India reported nearly 77,000 new coronavirus infections, marking a record single-day spike for the second consecutive day.

'Rising Phoenix' premieres on Netflix, honors Paralympic athletes remarkably

When the world is reeling under the coronavirus crisis, Netflix has brought a narrative every 'defeated' person must watch.

IIT Hyderabad launches 'world's most affordable' respirator mask: Details here

In a bid to help people protect themselves against COVID-19, the Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad, has launched a novel respirator mask in the country.

#HealthBytes: 5 yoga asanas that can help diabetics

There are medicines for keeping diabetes in check.

Realme 6 and 6i get new features via OTA update

Realme has started rolling out the latest software update for the Realme 6 and Realme 6i.

27 Aug 2020

Amazon launches Halo, a comprehensive new fitness solution

After almost every major technology company on the block, e-commerce giant Amazon has decided to barge into the health and fitness category.

Supreme Court rejects petition against Patanjali's use of 'Coronil' name

The Supreme Court on Thursday rejected a plea seeking to restrain Patanjali Ayurved Ltd from using the trademark 'Coronil'.

Entertainment round-up: Honey Trehan, Rajesh Kumar positive for COVID-19, more

On Thursday, news in the world of entertainment was about a pregnancy announcement that fans had long been waiting for, a couple of celebrities testing positive for COVID-19, and some more developments in the death case of actor Sushant Singh Rajput.

Who owns largest media account on TikTok? Ask Shailen Vandeyar

With the largest media account on TikTok, Shailen Vandeyar, a 25-year-old tech wiz kid from Australasia, is engaging global audiences to become one of digital media's most innovative media moguls.

#ComicBytes: A look into Scott Lang's Ant-man, an underrated superhero

Any Marvel Cinematic Universe fan will agree that without Scott Lang, the Avengers could never have defeated Thanos in Avengers: Endgame (2019).

Nubia RedMagic 5S' global availability and pricing details revealed

Nubia has announced the global availability and pricing details of its latest gaming flagship smartphone, the RedMagic 5S.

LG

#DealOfTheDay: LG's dual-screen G8X ThinQ available with Rs. 18,000 discount

If you are planning to own a premium smartphone, this might be a good deal for you. Amazon is offering a discount of Rs. 15,000 on LG's dual-screen G8X ThinQ flagship handset.

Samsung Galaxy M51 teased in India, launch imminent

Samsung is all set to launch its all-new Galaxy M51 in India soon. The tech giant has released a teaser of the handset, revealing its design and key features like a quad rear camera setup and a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor.

Communal and irresponsible: IPS Association slams Sudarshan News over #UPSCJihad

The trailer of an upcoming news show to be aired on Sudarshan News TV has drawn criticism from the Indian Police Service (Central) Association.

MG Gloster's interior details and features revealed in spy shots

MG Motor is working to launch its flagship Gloster SUV in India sometime around the festive season i.e. October.

Netflix pulls the plug on 'Altered Carbon' for low viewership

Netflix has played devil to one of its most diverse sci-fi original shows, again.

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Warner Bros., DC virtual FanDome unites all comic fans globally

Warner Bros. did the unthinkable, and they have the pandemic to thank for!

Honda India launches Hornet 2.0 motorcycle at Rs. 1.26 lakh

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) has launched the Hornet 2.0 motorcycle as the company's latest offering in the country.

Coronavirus vaccine tracker: When will one be ready?

The global effort to develop a vaccine against the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 continues as over 24 million people have been infected worldwide.

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

Manchester United earned a top-four finish in the Premier League 2019-20 season after a massive turnaround.

"Is this claustrophobia?" Ankita refutes Rhea's claims about Sushant

Late actor Sushant Singh Rajput's former girlfriend, actor Ankita Lokhande has refuted claims that he felt "claustrophobic" while traveling in flights.

Legendary Bryan Brothers announce retirement from tennis

Bob Bryan and Mike Bryan have announced the end of their historic doubles partnership just days ahead of the US Open 2020.

UP: Couple beaten, tonsured, garlanded with shoes over "illicit affair"

A woman, Kamlesh Kumari, and her lover, identified as Ravindra Baheliya, both residents of a village in Gursahaiganj, Kannauj district, Uttar Pradesh, were brutally beaten by the woman's family members and other villagers who were opposed to their relationship, Hindustan Times reported.

Ed-tech unicorn BYJU's secures $122 million from Russian billionaire's fund

Homegrown ed-tech unicorn BYJU's has raised $122 million (Rs. 909 crore) from DST Global, the investment fund started by Russian tech billionaire Yuri Milner.

Supreme Court disallows Muharram processions citing coronavirus threat

The Supreme Court on Thursday rejected a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking permission for Muharram processions over the weekend.

Audi's most-powerful SUV launched in India at Rs. 2.07 crore

German auto giant Audi has launched its most-powerful SUV in the Indian market.

Bayern Munich won't spend on Lionel Messi, says Karl-Heinz Rummenigge

UEFA Champions League 2019-20 winners Bayern Munich will not be in the market for Barcelona ace Lionel Messi, according to the club's chief Karl-Heinz Rummenigge.

Premier League: A look at the latest transfer updates

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

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7-series launched in India at Rs. 56,000

Samsung's latest rivals to the Apple iPad Pro have officially arrived in India. The South Korean tech giant has launched its Android-powered Tab S7 and Tab S7+ flagship tablets at a starting price of Rs. 55,999.

Realme 7, 7 Pro to be launched on September 3

Realme will launch its latest mid-range smartphones, the Realme 7 and 7 Pro, in India on September 3. The launch invite has revealed that both the models will feature a punch-hole design and support 65W fast-charging.

US: Ex-guard of hospital returns there as a medical student

In an immensely encouraging tale of grit and determination, a former security guard at a United States hospital, Russell J. Ledet, has now returned there as a medical student.

Xiaomi launches Redmi 9 in India at Rs. 9,000

Expanding its range of affordable smartphones, Xiaomi has launched the Redmi 9 in India. It comes as a slightly tweaked version of the Redmi 9C that was unveiled in Malaysia in June.

Next question: Newsom reacts to ex-wife Kimberly Guilfoyle's RNC speech

On the opening night of the Republican National Convention on Monday, Kimberly Guilfoyle delivered a fiery speech that went viral for all the wrong reasons.

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom welcome baby girl, Daisy Dove

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom have welcomed their first child together.

Gurney to miss IPL, Vitality Blast due to shoulder injury

Nottinghamshire pacer Harry Gurney will miss the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 along with the Vitality Blast due to a shoulder injury.

England vs Pakistan, T20Is: Records that can be scripted

After winning the Test series 1-0, England will be aiming to get the job done in the three-match T20I series against Pakistan, starting Friday.

BJP leads in political advertisement spending on Facebook

The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spent most on advertisements on "social issues, elections, and politics" on Facebook India, followed by Congress, an Indian Express report said today.

Rhea poisoned Sushant, killed him, claims the actor's father

In a major twist in the death case of Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput, his father has claimed that accused Rhea Chakraborty used to poison him.

Amid political turmoil, TikTok CEO Kevin Mayer steps down

Kevin Mayer, the Chief Executive Officer of TikTok and Chief Operating Officer of its Chinese parent company ByteDance, has resigned from his posts.

2021 Porsche Panamera (facelift) unveiled: Check what's new

German automaker Porsche has unveiled the facelifted version of the Panamera, four years after its world premiere in 2016.

#HealthBytes: How to take care of your hair during monsoon

It is essential to take care of your hair during monsoon, as the weather - a mix of heat and humidity - disturbs the pH balance of the scalp.

Lakhimpur rape: Accused arrested, admits to assaulting victim after argument

In a new development, Uttar Pradesh Police arrested the main accused in the Lakhimpur Kheri rape and murder case, a day after the mutilated body of the victim was found.

Dwayne Bravo scripts history, first to claim 500 T20 scalps

Dwayne Bravo has been a champion performer in the T20 format and his prowess was once again highlighted in the ongoing Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2020.

Redmi Note 9's sale today at 12 pm via Amazon

Xiaomi's Redmi Note 9 will go on another flash sale today. The pocket-friendly handset will be up for grabs at 12 pm via Amazon and Mi.com

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli are expecting their first child

Star couple Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli are expecting their first child.

Realme C15's first sale today at 12 pm via Flipkart

Realme's recently-launched budget offering, the Realme C15, will go on sale for the first time in India today at 12 pm via Flipkart and Realme.com.

NewsBytes Briefing: Jeff Bezos is now worth $200bn, and more

In the updates since last night, Jeff Bezos, the richest person in the world, became richer than ever.

New Zealand: Christchurch shooter gets life imprisonment without parole

New Zealand handed over life imprisonment, without the option of parole, to the man who killed 51 Muslim worshippers in two mosques in Christchurch last year.

JEE, NEET row: Congress will hold nationwide protest tomorrow

Congress will hold a nationwide protest tomorrow (August 28, Friday) against the Centre's decision to hold NEET and JEE competitive examinations next month, amid the coronavirus crisis.

'Money Heist' director picks these Indian stars for fictional remake

Money Heist is on its peak popularity level right now.

Brazil: Three-year-old saves his friend from drowning in a pool

In a show of ultimate bravery, Arthur de Oliveira, a three-year-old boy in Brazil saved his friend from drowning.

Realme X2 Pro's latest update brings several features and fixes

Realme has started rolling out the latest software update for its X2 Pro flagship phone.

Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 33L with record 75k+ new cases

On Wednesday, India saw a record single-day spike of over 75,000 new coronavirus infections. The total number of cases has now crossed 33 lakh while over 1,000 fresh fatalities pushed the death toll past 60,000.

Gardening 101: Easy-to-grow outdoor plants for beginners

Gardening is one of the many hobbies you can take up during the ongoing pandemic.