01 Sep 2020
Transfer news: Barcelona's Ivan Rakitic signs four-year deal with Sevilla
Mid-fielder Ivan Rakitic has parted ways with Barcelona and signed a four-year deal with former club Sevilla.
Won't give up: France's Charlie Hebdo reprints Prophet Mohammad's cartoons
Attacked by radical Islamists in 2015, France's satirical weekly Charlie Hebdo has decided to republish Prophet Mohammad's cartoons to mark the beginning of the trial in the terror attack.
How to play ukulele: A beginner's guide
The ukulele is a fun instrument that can support your singing, and be the starting point of your own compositions.
Side-effect of lockdown: Delhi's air cleanest in 5 years
On Tuesday morning, Delhi's air quality improved to the "good" category, following favorable wind speed and good rainfall during the last month.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 launched at Rs. 1.46 lakh
Samsung has officially launched its most-powerful foldable smartphone yet, the Galaxy Z Fold2. It comes as a successor to the original Galaxy Fold that was announced last year.
TN: History-sheeter comes to join BJP, escapes after seeing cops
A notorious history-sheeter had a close run-in with cops as he tried to join the Bharatiya Janata Party at an event in Tamil Nadu on Monday.
'Scream 5' in making; Cox and Arquette to reprise roles
Prepare to Scream again as the cult meta-horror franchise will be back to the theaters in 2022.
Tata Motors to launch a new Nexon variant tomorrow
Tata Motors will launch a new variant for its Nexon sub-compact SUV in India tomorrow, the company has announced.
ASUS's flagship ZenFone 7-series smartphones launched in Europe
The flagship ASUS ZenFone 7 and ZenFone 7 Pro, which were announced in Taiwan last week, have arrived in the European market. The duo will soon go on sale at a starting price of €699 (roughly Rs. 61,000).
Fourth-generation Honda City becomes cheaper in India
Japanese automaker Honda has slashed the prices of the fourth-generation City in India, making the older model more affordable.
No sunlight, no Vitamin D? Here's what you should eat
When ultraviolet B (UV-B) rays hit cholesterol in the skin cells, it helps Vitamin D synthesis to occur, making sunlight the best source of this vitamin.
UEFA Nations League 2020-21: All that you need to know
The UEFA Nations League 2020-21 starts on Thursday, with all the home countries playing twice in the next week.
IPL 2020: All members of CSK test negative for COVID-19
The Chennai Super Kings camp received a positive news on Tuesday, as all the franchise members have tested negative for COVID-19.
Ed Sheeran, Cherry Seaborn welcome their first child
Ed Sheeran is now a dad! He has shared this happy news on his Instagram handle today.
Samsung Galaxy M51 will be launched on September 10
Samsung's rival to the much-hyped OnePlus Nord, the Galaxy M51, will be launched in India on September 10, the company has confirmed.
POCO M2 Pro now available via open sale in India
POCO's recently-launched M2 Pro mid-ranger is now available via open sale in India. Interested customers can buy the handset anytime on Flipkart.
Vespa Racing Sixties launched in India at Rs. 1.20 lakh
Piaggio has launched its limited-edition Vespa Racing Sixties scooter in India.
Motorola's latest 5G smartphone packs a total of six cameras
Motorola has launched a new mid-range 5G smartphone in the US. Dubbed as the One 5G, the handset comes as a rebranded version of the Moto G 5G Plus that was announced in Europe in July.
Realme's latest 5G phones offer AMOLED screens and quad cameras
Expanding its portfolio of mid-range smartphones, Realme has launched the X7 and X7 Pro models in China.
Stunning records held by Virat Kohli in the IPL
Virat Kohli is geared up for the thirteenth edition of Indian Premier League, set to be held in the UAE.
Sikander Daredia, and the exponential growth of Daredia Constructions
Construction sector thrives on fulfilling customer expectations that include taking care of essential amenities, luxury and more.
England vs Australia, T20Is: All that you need to know
Australia will be touring England for their limited-overs assignments, starting with the three-match T20I series on September 4.
Rhea Chakraborty to take legal action against Sushant Rajput's family
Actor Rhea Chakraborty, who is the prime accused in the death case of Sushant Singh Rajput, has decided to initiate legal action against the late actor's family for allegedly making false statements before the investigating agencies and the Supreme Court.
After recent flare-up, China claims India "disturbing" border peace
Reacting to India's claims that China transgressed in Ladakh on the intervening night of August 29 and 30, Beijing said on Tuesday that it was the Indian Army that violated the consensus and "illegally trespassed the LAC."
Ligue 1: Records PSG can break in the 2020-21 season
The 2020-21 season of Ligue 1 has already started with two gameweeks being played.
US Open 2020, Day 1: Novak Djokovic romps past Dzumhur
World number one Novak Djokovic progressed to round 2 as he claimed a straight-set victory (6-1, 6-4, 6-1) against Damir Dzumhur in the opening match of US Open 2020.
Lenovo's latest tablet offers an OLED screen and mid-range chipset
Lenovo has launched the new Tab Pro 11 as its "most powerful and premium consumer Android tablet" yet. It features a mid-tier Snapdragon 730G chipset, an OLED screen, up to 6GB of RAM, and promises 15-hours of battery life.
Triumph is offering benefits worth Rs. 61,000 on these motorcycles
To celebrate Bonneville range's 61st anniversary, Triumph is offering free accessories worth Rs. 61,000 on the Bonneville line-up, that includes Street Twin, Speedmaster, T100, and T120 models.
Ahead of global debut, 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class sedan teased
Ahead of its global debut tomorrow, German automaker Mercedes-Benz has released a teaser video, highlighting the features of its 2021 S-Class sedan.
2 lakh Ola, Uber drivers go on strike in Delhi-NCR
Nearly two lakh drivers of cab aggregator services Ola and Uber in the Delhi-NCR region have decided to go on strike starting Tuesday.
NBC's 'The Good Place' finale table read makes fans emotional
It's a weird moment when a hit sitcom makes you cry.
Former President Pranab Mukherjee cremated with full military honors
Former President Pranab Mukherjee, who breathed his last on Monday at the age of 84, weeks after testing positive for coronavirus, was cremated at New Delhi's Lodhi Crematorium with full military honors.
La Liga 2020-21: A look at the key fixtures
The 2020-21 season of La Liga is set to start on September 12 with Barcelona and Real Madrid set to face off in the first El Clasico of the season in late October.
Raina breaks silence, opens up on death of his uncle
Days after pulling out of the Indian Premier League, former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina finally broke his silence.
Ahead of launch, Aprilia RS 600 showcased in official video
Ahead of its debut in Europe later this year, Italian automaker Aprilia has showcased the RS 660 motorcycle in a new video.
Transfer news: Donny van de Beek completes Manchester United medical
Ajaz mid-fielder Donny van de Beek has completed a medical in the Netherlands ahead of his £40m move to Manchester United.
SC gives telecom companies 10 years to clear AGR dues
Faced with a humongous debt of Rs. 1.47 lakh crore, Indian telecom giants got a huge relief today as the Supreme Court allowed them to clear pending adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues in 10 years.
Redmi Note 9 Pro-series is up for grabs via Amazon
Xiaomi's Redmi Note 9 Pro and Redmi Note 9 Pro Max have gone on sale today via Amazon and Mi.com. To recall, both the smartphones were launched in March and have been available only through flash sales.
Dr. Kafeel Khan to be released immediately, detention illegal: HC
In a major relief for Dr. Kafeel Khan, the Allahabad High Court on Tuesday ordered that his detention under the stringent National Security Act (NSA) was illegal, directing the Yogi Adityanath-led government to release him immediately.
Fresh chats reveal Sushant's staffer discussed work on June 14
In a fresh development in the death case of Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput, new WhatsApp chats have revealed that his staff member Dipesh Sawant discussed work on the morning of June 14, the day the 34-year-old was found dead.
IPL 2020: Adam Zampa replaces Kane Richardson at RCB
Royal Challengers Bangalore have signed leg-spinner Adam Zampa as a replacement for Kane Richardson ahead of the impending Indian Premier League season.
Nokia 5.3's first sale today at 12 pm via Amazon
The recently-launched Nokia 5.3 is all set to go on sale for the first time in India today at 12 pm via Amazon and Nokia.com.
BS6-compliant Kawasaki Z900 to be launched between September 13-19
Japanese automaker Kawasaki will launch the BS6-compliant version of its Z900 motorbike in India in the third week of September (i.e. between September 13-19), according to Autocar.
After fresh tension with China, Doval holds meeting, explores options
On the day the Indian government admitted that China engaged in yet another transgression in Eastern Ladakh, NSA Ajit Doval held a key meeting with high-ranked officials, where it was decided more troops will be deployed in the volatile area to thwart the neighbor's mischievous attempts.
Amid coronavirus crisis, JEE exam begins with stringent precautions
After much furor and protests, the JEE examination, meant for admission in prestigious government-run engineering colleges, started today and will continue till September 6.
Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 36.8 lakh with 68k+ new cases
India reported over 68,000 new coronavirus infections on Monday, the first time in the past six days that daily new cases dropped below 70,000.
#HealthBytes: How to take care of hair fall
Excessive hair loss can happen due to stress, hormonal changes, some specific hairstyles, genetics or side-effects from medications.
Sony Xperia 5 II's leaked marketing images confirm key features
Sony is all set to launch the Xperia 5 II (pronounced Xperia 5 Mark 2) flagship phone on September 17.
Aprilia's limited-run Tuono V4 X is a track-only superbike
Italian automaker Aprilia has unveiled a limited-edition track-only version of its Tuono V4 hyper naked superbike called the Tuono V4 X.
Huawei Enjoy 20 series to be launched on September 3
Chinese tech giant Huawei is all set to launch the new Enjoy 20 and Enjoy 20 Plus models in its home country on September 3, the company has confirmed.
31 Aug 2020
Entertainment round-up: Bollywood mourns loss of Pranab Mukherjee, more
On Monday, Bollywood celebrities took to social media to mourn the loss of former President and Congress party veteran Pranab Mukherjee, who passed away this evening at the age of 84.
Getting tortured: Shilpa Shinde to quit 'Gangs of Filmistan'?
Popular television actor Shilpa Shinde, who made her acting comeback with the show Gangs of Filmistan, recently revealed some shocking details about the way the series is being filmed.
Buttler, Archer recalled for England's limited-overs leg against Australia
England have announced their squads for the T20I and ODI series against Australia.
Government announces 7-day state mourning upon ex-President Pranab Mukherjee's death
The central government on Monday announced a seven-day state mourning to pay respect to former President Pranab Mukherjee, who died earlier today.
India's GDP contracts by 23.9%; first contraction in 40+ years
India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) slipped by a sharp 23.9% in the first quarter (April-June) of the fiscal year 2020-21, according to data released by the National Statistical Office (NSO). This marks the first contraction in more than 40 years.
Shoaib Akhtar slams Babar Azam, calls him an 'insecure captain'
Former Pakistan speedster Shoaib Akhtar slammed Babar Azam for being passive in the second T20I against England.
Ather announces referral program for its 450 e-scooter: Details here
Ather Energy has announced a referral program for its most popular offering in India, the Ather 450.
New JioFiber Plans: Unlimited internet, OTT apps on offer
To help Indians adjust with the routine of working and studying from home, Mukesh Ambani's home broadband service JioFiber has updated its plans.
Royal Enfield KX Bobber prototype spotted testing in India
Royal Enfield may launch a new flagship motorcycle in India that will be based on the KX Bobber concept we saw at the EICMA 2018.
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE's prices and color variants tipped
Samsung's upcoming S20 FE (aka S20 Fan Edition) is likely to be announced in October this year.
#ComicBytes: The 'Marvel'ous country of Wakanda
Wakanda, Marvel's fictional sub-Saharan country is the home of Black Panther.
#BugAlert: Critical desktop hijack vulnerability detected in Slack; now fixed
Slack, one of the biggest players in the remote collaboration space, has fixed a major flaw in its service.
VMAs 2020: A night of good music and green screen
MTV VMAs 2020 went pseudo-live and treated music lovers with entertainment from a safe distance, albeit struggling with green screens.
England vs Pakistan, 3rd T20I: Preview, Dream11 and more
England and Pakistan will lock horns in the third and final T20I on Tuesday.
West Bengal: Total lockdown for 3 days in September
The West Bengal government on Monday issued guidelines extending the lockdown in containment zones in the state till September 30 to stem the spread of the novel coronavirus.
Pranab Mukherjee passes away; PM Modi, President Kovind pay tributes
India's former President and Congress veteran Pranab Mukherjee passed away on Monday, weeks after he tested positive for coronavirus,
Multiplex Association, filmmakers request government to reopen cinema halls
The Multiplex Association of India and several leading film personalities, including Reliance Entertainment's CEO and Bollywood producer Boney Kapoor have requested the central government to consider the reopening of movie theaters.
Former President Pranab Mukherjee passes away, had tested coronavirus positive
India's 13th President and Congress veteran Pranab Mukherjee passed away today, several days after he informed that he had contracted coronavirus.
Meet Spencer Galbreath, a Black entrepreneur in US creating awareness
Today, diverse business industries exist because of extremely talented individuals who stand firm against the adversities of life to reach their goals.
New 'Into The Wild' teaser features Akshay and "elephant-poop tea"
A fresh teaser of the upcoming special episode of Bear Grylls's Into The Wild featuring Bollywood star Akshay Kumar is now out.
International passenger flights to remain suspended till September 30
As many expected, India is extending the ban on international passenger flights.
Pranab Mukherjee in 'septic shock after lung infection'; health declines
There has been a decline in the health of former President Pranab Mukherjee (84), the Delhi hospital where he is undergoing treatment said in a statement on Monday.
Indo-China clash: Army was "ready" for PLA soldiers in Ladakh
On the intervening night of August 29 and 30, China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) came in "sufficient numbers," at the Southern Bank of Pangong Tso in Eastern Ladakh with an intent to change the status quo, but the Indian troops were well-prepared.
IPL: AB de Villiers talks about his first training session
South African star AB de Villiers returned to training after a five-month hiatus ahead of the impending Indian Premier League season in UAE.
#HealthBytes: Some exercises that can help your eyes relax
It is believed that eye exercises can improve vision or treat severe eye conditions. But, sadly there is limited evidence to prove that.
Redmi K30 5G may be launched in India soon: Report
Xiaomi's Redmi K30 5G may be launched in India "soon," according to Pricebaba. The publication has not shared any timeline for the launch but stated that the handset will come with up to 8GB RAM, up to 128GB of storage, and will be offered in Frost White and Mist Purple color variants
Ahead of launch, 2021 Jeep Wagoneer SUV teased
Ahead of its launch in the US on September 3, Jeep has teased the 2021 Wagoneer SUV.
Bentley introduces new styling package for its Flying Spur sedan
Luxury automaker Bentley has introduced a new styling package for its flagship sedan, the Flying Spur.
Portland: 1 dead amid clashes; Trump and Biden trade blame
A person was shot and killed in Portland city in the US state of Oregon on Saturday night. The shooting occurred as supporters of President Donald Trump clashed with Black Lives Matter protesters.
Toyota Yaris Cross, with electric four-wheel-drive system, launched
Japanese automaker Toyota has launched the new Yaris Cross compact SUV in its home country.
Kerala: Man commits suicide, was jobless despite securing rank
Unable to find a job, a 28-year-old man, identified as Anu, allegedly committed suicide in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, on Sunday.
Samsung Galaxy M51, with 7,000mAh battery and quad cameras, launched
Expanding its range of mid-range smartphones, Samsung has launched the Galaxy M51 in Germany.
Royal Enfield Himalayan's pre-orders in US to commence from September-1
Royal Enfield will start accepting pre-orders for its 2020 Himalayan off-roader motorcycle in the US from September 1. It will be exported from India as a completely built-up unit and will be offered in a single variant.
Women's Champions League, Lyon claim fifth consecutive title: Records broken
Lyon asserted their dominance by clinching the UEFA Women's Champions League title, as they defeated Wolfsburg 3-1 in the final on Sunday.
Is Paytm Mall hacked? Company explicitly says 'No'
Yesterday, a report published by US-based cyber-risk intelligence company Cyble claimed that Paytm Mall, the e-commerce arm of Indian payments unicorn Paytm, has suffered a massive data breach.
Prashant Bhushan fined Re. 1 in contempt case by SC
After multiple hearings replete with arguments, the Supreme Court pronounced its verdict in the Prashant Bhushan contempt case on Monday, asking the lawyer-activist to pay Re. 1 as fine by September 15.
Moto G9's first sale today at 12 pm via Flipkart
Motorola's Moto G9 is all set to go on its first sale in India today. The budget-friendly smartphone will be up for grabs at 12 pm via Flipkart.
Motorola's upcoming RAZR 5G fully revealed in a leaked diagram
Ahead of its unveiling on September 9, tipster Evan Blass has shared a labeled diagram of the upcoming Motorola RAZR 5G, revealing some of its key specifications and features.
Next-generation Mercedes-Benz SL revealed in pre-production form
Mercedes-Benz's next-generation SL sports car is expected to make its global debut in 2021.
Redmi 9's first sale today at 12 pm via Amazon
Xiaomi's recently-launched Redmi 9 is all set to go on sale for the first time in India today at 12 pm via Amazon and Mi.com.
Suresh Raina's absence won't impact CSK: N Srinivasan
Chennai Super Kings owner N Srinivasan believes Suresh Raina's absence would not impact the preparations ahead of the IPL season.
Months after Galwan clash, fresh tension in Eastern Ladakh
On the intervening night of August 29 and 30, the Indian Army, in a statement, said that it thwarted another mischievous attempt by China's People's Liberation Army to change the status quo in Eastern Ladakh.
NewsBytes Briefing: China could leave TikTok deal hanging, and more
Over the weekend, China included AI technologies such as speech and text-recognition and those that analyze data to make recommendations in its list of export-control products.
Complacency, more testing, "re-opened" economy driving India's coronavirus spike
India, the third worst-infected nation, on Sunday recorded nearly 80,000 new coronavirus cases — a first for the nation, but, not entirely surprising. For the last four days, ending Sunday, the country has been recording over 70,000 cases daily.
Home Minister Amit Shah, undergoing post COVID-care at AIIMS, discharged
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who was admitted to AIIMS on August 18, was discharged from the hospital on Monday, said reports.
The latest budget-friendly smartphones you can buy in India
If you are looking for a budget-friendly smartphone in India, you are certainly spoilt for choices. Over the past few weeks, several capable-yet-affordable handsets have been launched in the country, offering new designs, versatile cameras, bigger batteries, and faster processors. But which one is right for you?
AP: Man beaten, tonsured over alleged theft at filmmaker's home
A 20-year-old man was beaten using sticks, abused, and tonsured for allegedly stealing an iPhone from the house of film producer Nutan Naidu.
Bookworm alert! 5 steps to set up a home library
If you are tired of stashing away your books into small cupboards, or have no idea what to do with the books you have, or want to flaunt your book collection in front of your friends, it's time that you set up a home library.
Japan's 'flying car' successfully completes first public flight
In a major development, a flying car has taken off in Japan for the first time.
Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 36.2L with nearly 80k new cases
India on Sunday reported nearly 80,000 new coronavirus infections, marking the biggest single-day spike so far. The nationwide tally has reached 36.2 lakh while the death toll reached 64,638 with over 900 fresh fatalities.