03 Sep 2020

NEET, JEE row: SC to hear review plea tomorrow

The Supreme Court will on Friday hear the review petition of its order to hold JEE Main 2020 and NEET 2020 in September. The petition was filed by the ministers of six Opposition-ruled states.

Lanka Premier League to kick-off on November 14

The inaugural edition of Lanka Premier League (LPL) will begin on November 14 this year.

Kanye West calls Taylor-bashing at VMAs an 'act of God'

Every believer of God thinks that the Almighty guides us, in matters of dilemma, danger and delight.

KTM

KTM working on 1290 Super Adventure motorbike: Details here

Following the launch of the 1290 Super Duke R motorbike earlier this year, Austrian automaker KTM is now working on a new model named 1290 Super Adventure, a TimesDrive report has claimed.

NBC

Meet Dennis Kenney, international fashion guru

Dennis Kenney is often associated with high quality international fashion.

Pune institute develops 'immunity-boosting' room freshener to limit coronavirus spread

A Pune institute has developed a herbal-based room freshener to contain the spread of COVID-19, the Union Ministry of Defence said on Thursday.

Waqar Younis advocates one brand of ball in Test cricket

Former Pakistani pacer and the incumbent bowling coach Waqar Younis believes the International Cricket Council (ICC) should standardize the brand of ball in Test cricket.

Huawei's latest mid-range phones offer triple cameras and 5G chipsets

Expanding its range of mid-budget smartphones, Chinese tech giant Huawei has launched the Enjoy 20 and Enjoy 20 Plus models in its home country.

Harry, Meghan strike multi-year content production deal with Netflix

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have finally proved the speculations right, albeit on a grand scale.

Toyota Urban Cruiser's new promotional video reiterates key features

Toyota's much-awaited sub-compact SUV, the Urban Cruiser, is expected to be launched in India this month.

Meet Yatin Kukreja, the Next-Gen producer of the entertainment industry

The COVID-19 pandemic has not just created a health crisis but also socio-economic crises.

Gareth Bale open to Premier League move, slams Real Madrid

Real Madrid star Gareth Bale has accused the club of making it "very difficult" for him to leave.

Nokia 2.1 starts receiving Android 10 (Go edition) update

HMD Global has started rolling out the Android 10 (Go edition) update for Nokia 2.1 in India.

Want to learn how to play guitar at home?

First things first: Before beginning your journey of learning the guitar, buy the instrument. The three factors to consider while buying it are style (electric/acoustic/classical), player's age and budget.

Maruti Suzuki is offering huge discounts on these popular cars

In a bid to boost their sales, certain Maruti Suzuki dealerships are offering huge discounts on select models like the Celerio, Ignis, S-Presso, and Dzire.

IPL 2020: Ricky Ponting suggests an alternative to 'Mankading'

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has been vocal regarding the controversial 'Mankad' rule, of late.

Ahead of launch, POCO X3 NFC's specifications teased

Xiaomi's spin-off POCO is all set to launch its budget-friendly smartphone, the POCO X3 NFC on September 7.

Daniel Prude death: Black man's family demands US cops' arrest

The family of a Black man has called for the firing and arrest of all police officers involved in his death earlier this year.

Records Cristiano Ronaldo could script in the 2020-21 season

Juventus forward Cristiano Ronaldo did well in the 2019-20 season, helping the club win the Serie A.

Delhi: Your Metro travel experience to change drastically

Starting Monday, Delhi Metro will resume operations in a graded manner, more than five months after it was shut due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Ahead of global debut, 2021 Hyundai Tucson SUV teased

Ahead of its global debut on September 15, South Korean automaker Hyundai has released images of its fourth-generation Tucson SUV.

China strongly opposes India's app ban; asks to 'correct mistake'

After India banned several Chinese mobile applications, China has said that it strongly opposed the move. China's Commerce Ministry on Thursday urged India to "correct its mistakes."

England vs Australia: Statistical preview of T20I series

One of the greatest cricket rivalries will be underway as England and Australia lock horns in the first T20I at the Ageas Bowl on September 4.

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#HealthBytes: Food items that can improve your immunity

With the COVID-19 outbreak, a healthy immune system has become a priority.

Realme 7, 7 Pro, with quad rear camera setup, launched

As the latest addition to its portfolio of mid-range smartphones, Realme has launched the Realme 7 and Realme 7 Pro in India.

Formula 1: Records scripted by Mercedes in 2020 season

Seven races have gone by in the Formula 1 2020 season calendar so far.

Suzuki unveils V-Strom 1050 XT PRO adventure tourer in Italy

Japanese automaker Suzuki has unveiled a new PRO variant of its flagship V-Strom 1050 XT adventure tourer, in Italy.

"Most difficult thing to endure": Dwayne Johnson, family contract coronavirus

Hollywood superstar Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, his wife Lauren, and their daughters Jasmine, 4, and Tiana, 2, had tested positive for the highly-contagious coronavirus, the actor revealed on social media last night, adding that this was the most difficult thing they endured as a family.

England vs Australia, 1st T20I: Preview, Dream11 and more

England and Australia gear up for a three-match T20I series, starting September 4 at the Ageas Bowl in Southampton.

Nubia Red Magic 5S goes on sale globally

Nubia's flagship smartphone, the Red Magic 5S has gone on sale in over 40 countries.

Facebook bans BJP MLA after hate speech row intensifies

Facebook, which is at the center of a storm in India after a report claimed it didn't act against hate speech of members of the ruling BJP, on Thursday banned T Raja Singh from its platform.

Mohammed Shami turns 30: A look at his major records

Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami, on Thursday, turned 30.

2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class sedan makes global debut: Details here

Mercedes-Benz has launched its much-anticipated 2021 S-Class sedan.

Manchester United sign Donny van de Beek from Ajax

Premier League club Manchester United have completed the signing of Netherlands mid-fielder Donny van de Beek from Ajax for £35m, plus £5m in add-ons, on a five-year contract.

SC denies bail to teen who murdered Ryan School student

The teen accused of murdering his junior inside the Ryan International School in Gurugram in 2017 was denied bail by the Supreme Court on Wednesday.

OPPO F17, F17 Pro, with 4,000mAh battery, launched

Expanding its portfolio of mid-range smartphones, OPPO has launched the OPPO F17 and F17 Pro in India.

US Open, Day 3: Djokovic remains undefeated, Garcia ousts Pliskova

World number one Novak Djokovic continued his undefeated run in 2020 with yet another victory at the US Open.

UNSC members block Pakistan's plan to list Indians as terrorists

Five members of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) blocked a move by Pakistan to list two Indians as UN-designated terrorists, reports said on Thursday.

Twitter account of PM Modi's personal website hacked, investigation on

On Thursday, the Twitter account of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's personal website was hacked, the social media giant confirmed.

Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 38.5L with record 82k+ new cases

India on Wednesday reported the highest single-day spike of over 82,000 new coronavirus infections, bringing the nationwide tally to almost 38.5 lakh. The death toll reached 67,512 with over 1,000 fresh fatalities.

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September 19: Get set to pamper Batman on this day

Is Batman your hero? Then get ready to pamper him on September 19.

Volkswagen Polo and Vento's prices revised in India: Details here

German automaker Volkswagen has updated the prices of the Vento Highline Plus (automatic) and Polo GT TSI (automatic) models in India. The former has become cheaper by Rs. 30,000 while the latter has become costlier by Rs. 8,000.

#StylingBytes: Grooming tips for growing a great beard

Growing a beard is not just about not shaving for a few weeks, but going about your business like nothing has changed.

Samsung's latest affordable tablet offers Full-HD screen and quad speakers

Samsung has introduced the Galaxy Tab A7 (2020) as its latest budget-friendly Android tablet.

02 Sep 2020

BTS working on new album, eyeing a Grammy award now

VMAs 2020 happened just a few days back, but BTS is already planning brand new projects.

SSR's family pained by false mental health narrative: Family lawyer

The lawyer of deceased actor Sushant Singh Rajput's family, Vikas Singh, held a press conference on Wednesday wherein he said the family is pained by a false mental health narrative.

Pakistan bans Tinder, Grindr over 'immoral' content

Pakistan is launching a crackdown on popular online dating services.

This is Samsung's cheapest 5G smartphone yet

Expanding its portfolio of smartphones, South Korean tech giant Samsung has announced the Galaxy A42 5G. It is touted to be the cheapest 5G handset from the company's stable, considering it will be positioned below the Galaxy A51 5G.

Hyundai Kona N Line SUV breaks cover: Check what's new

South Korean automaker Hyundai has unveiled its much-anticipated Kona N Line SUV.

2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost launched at Rs. 6.95 crore

Rolls-Royce has introduced the second-generation of its Ghost sedan, 11 years after the launch of the original model.

Cabinet approves Mission Karmayogi for major reforms in civil service

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved Mission Karmayogi, a scheme designed to bring post-recruitment reforms in civil services.

MG Gloster SUV's unofficial bookings open in India

Ahead of its launch, unofficial bookings for the MG Gloster SUV have commenced in India. According to TimesDrive, certain dealerships of the company have started taking pre-orders for the car against a token amount of Rs. 50,000.

Executive producer Lassner speaks on 'Ellen' controversy in cryptic video

Ellen DeGeneres is having a hard time, and hard times call for cryptic tones that make you sound melancholic, yet reveal nothing crucial about your thoughts.

IPL 2020: Franchises vouch for conducting warm-up games before opener

The Indian Premier League could witness warm-up games between the eight franchises ahead of the scheduled start on September 19.

DIY foot soaks for spa experience at home

Foot spa is one way of pampering our feet for the heavy duty they do everyday.

Meet Frederick Hutson, a consummate businessman

Have you ever thought about what goes into the making of a world-famous business magnate? Well, you can find this answer by exploring the life of international businessman Frederick Hutson.

IPL 2020: Lasith Malinga ruled out, James Pattinson replaces him

Lasith Malinga has been ruled out of the impending Indian Premier League season. He will be unavailable due to personal reasons.

To reduce coronavirus spread, you need to limit your talking

Since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, experts have stressed the importance of wearing masks, maintaining social distancing, among other health precautions.

After TikTok, India bans PUBG, 117 more Chinese mobile apps

Amid fresh provocation by Chinese in Ladakh, India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has banned as many as 118 Chinese applications.

Ed-tech start-up Unacademy raises $150 million, joins elite unicorn club

Bengaluru-based ed-tech start-up Unacademy has joined the elite unicorn club of India.

Transfer news: Real Madrid's James Rodriguez close to joining Everton

Premier League side Everton are hopeful of completing a deal worth more than £20m for Real Madrid attacking mid-fielder James Rodriguez.

SSR case: NCB establishes link between Rhea's brother, arrested drug-peddler

Showik, the brother of actor Rhea Chakraborty, was in touch with Zaid Vilatra, an alleged drug dealer, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), that started probing the drug angle in Sushant Singh Rajput's death case, has found, reports said on Wednesday.

La Liga: Records Real Madrid can script in 2020-21

Real Madrid were superb in the 2019-20 season and lifted the Spanish league honor for a record 34th time.

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Former Maharashtra cricketer dies while trekking in Igatpuri

Former Maharashtra Ranji player Shekhar Gawli, on Wednesday, was found dead after falling into the valley while trekking in Igatpuri.

BMW

Bookings for BMW G 310 twins now open in India

Ahead of their launch in India this month, BMW Motorrad has started accepting bookings for its BS6-compliant G 310 R and G 310 GS motorbikes.

Kia Sonet to be launched in India on September 18

Kia Motors will launch the recently-unveiled Sonet sub-compact SUV in India on September 18.

Redmi 9A, with Helio G25 chipset, launched at Rs. 6,800

As the latest addition to its range of affordable smartphones, Xiaomi has launched the Redmi 9A in India. It comes as the successor to the Redmi 8A that was announced in September last year.

TECNO Spark Go (2020) launched in India at Rs. 6,500

TECNO has launched its latest entry-level smartphone, the Spark Go (2020), in India.

'Get Duked!': A rib-tickling mocktail of horror-comedy owning your blues

Parents in the UK have a nice way of training delinquents about the hardships of life - that is joining the Duke of Edinburgh Award.

Delhi Metro set to start; L-G approves Kejriwal government's proposal

Five months after the coronavirus outbreak forced Delhi Metro to shut operations, it will restart from Monday, September 7, as L-G Anil Baijal has approved a proposal of the state government, led by AAP's Arvind Kejriwal, reports said on Wednesday.

India: Half of all coronavirus cases in 18-44 age group

The Union Ministry of Health on Wednesday revealed that over half of the total coronavirus infections in India are among people in the age groups 18-44 years.

After pulling out of IPL, Suresh Raina hints at return

Indian middle-order batsman Suresh Raina has hinted at his comeback in the Indian Premier League, days after pulling out of the tournament.

England vs Australia, T20Is: Records that can be scripted

England were held to a 1-1 draw by Pakistan in the recently concluded T20I series.

US Open, Day 2 roundup: Murray impresses, win for Serena

Andy Murray, who is playing his first Grand Slam in 18 months due to injury, fought back valiantly after being two sets down against Japan's Yoshihito Nishioka.

This AI-powered tool can write professional emails from basic one-liners

Working from home or not, email continues to be a key tool of communication for sharing project reports, updates, and other work-related messages.

Sushant had been unwell since 2013, sisters told Mumbai Police

At least three members of late actor Sushant Singh Rajput's family — two of his sisters and one brother-in-law — acknowledged his mental health problems in statements given to Mumbai Police, after he died in June, reports IE.

Ishant Sharma turns 32: A look at his splendid records

Indian pace spearhead Ishant Sharma turned 32 on Wednesday.

#HealthBytes: Benefits of eating cherries

Each cherry tree produces about 7,000 fruits every harvest season, which come in variety of colors ranging from yellow to black and of course, red.

Key takeaways from the England versus Pakistan T20Is

All-round Pakistan showed their mettle in the third and final T20I against England to draw the T20I series 1-1.

'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' to reunite with HBO Max

Let's get ready for some sick verses by Fresh Prince as the Bel-Air family is slated to reunite on the sets of HBO Max in November!

Tata Nexon's new variant offers electric sunroof and projector headlamps

Tata Motors has launched a new variant of its Nexon sub-compact SUV in India called the XM (S).

ZTE

ZTE introduces the world's first smartphone with under-display selfie camera

After a bunch of teasers and leaks, Chinese tech giant ZTE has finally launched the world's first commercial smartphone with a selfie camera packed within the display.

Sumit Nagal scripts history at US Open, wins first round

Sumit Nagal became the first Indian to win a round at a Grand Slam event since 2013, when he outclassed American Bradley Klahn in the 2020 US Open first round.

NewsBytes Briefing: Galaxy Z Fold2 price announced, and more

Last night, Samsung held the second part of Galaxy Unpacked event and gave an in-depth look at its latest foldable phone - the Z Fold2.

Goa

Goa CM Pramod Sawant tests coronavirus positive, in home isolation

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant informed via a tweet on Wednesday that he has tested positive for coronavirus and will remain in home isolation as he is asymptomatic.

Crucial question hour dropped from Parliament's monsoon session, outrage follows

The government's decision to disallow question hour during the monsoon session of Parliament, which begins on September 14, has brought it at the receiving end of criticism from the opposition.

US won't participate in WHO-led global coronavirus vaccine effort

The United States, the worst-affected country in the pandemic, on Tuesday said it won't be participating in the global effort to develop and distribute coronavirus vaccine because it is led by World Health Organization (WHO).

Pakistan beat England in 3rd T20I: List of records broken

Pakistan beat England by five runs in the third and final T20I to see the series end 1-1.

Katie Price and her lifestyle are a nightmare for Surrey

Remember how we spotted sinister spots in cartoons with lightning striking a horrifying mansion?

Realme V3, with 5G-enabled MediaTek Dimensity 720 chipset, launched

As the latest addition to its range of affordable 5G phones, Realme has launched the new V3 model in China.

#ComicBytes: Spider-Man's best suits in comics

Spider-Man's costumes make him one of the most iconic characters in the comic book history.

#HealthBytes: How to treat dark circles under the eyes

Dark circles under the eyes mostly occur due to tiredness and lack of sleep. But they can also be signs of allergies or the natural aging process.

Ducati's Panigale V2 motorbike reaches dealerships in India

Following its launch in India last week, Ducati Panigale V2 has started arriving at dealerships across the country. The motorcycle is the company's first BS6-compliant offering and replaces the 959 Panigale.