05 Sep 2020

Australia back Marcus Stoinis to become finisher like MS Dhoni

Australian fast bowler and vice-captain Pat Cummins, on Saturday, indicated that the team will persist with Marcus Stoinis in the limited-overs set-up.

IPL 2020: Reasons why Rohit Sharma should open for MI

The thirteenth edition of Indian Premier League is all set to kick-off on September 19 in the UAE.

#Confirmed: POCO M2 will offer Full-HD+ display

Xiaomi's spin-off POCO is all set to launch its affordable smartphone, the POCO M2 in India on September 8 at 12pm.

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#TechBytes: 5 PUBG MOBILE alternatives you can try

India's decision to ban PUBG MOBILE among 118 Chinese apps has left fans of the Battle Royale hit reeling.

Motorola RAZR 5G to be launched on September 9

Motorola is set to launch the all-new RAZR 5G as a slightly redesigned and powerful version of the original foldable phone RAZR, that debuted last year.

Italian Grand Prix: Hamilton beats Bottas to pole position

Six-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton beat team-mate Valtteri Bottas to claim the pole position at the Italian Grand Prix.

Big discounts offered on these popular Hyundai cars this September

In an attempt to increase their sales, certain Hyundai dealerships are offering eye-catching offers on select models like the GRAND i10, AURA, Santro, and Elite i20.

Ligue 1 2020-21: All that you need to know

The Ligue 1 2020-21 season got off to a start on August 21 and so far two gameweeks have been held.

'Mom' star Anna Faris quits show after successful 7-season run

Cast and crew of CBS hit comedy show Mom will have to chalk out the next season (or seasons) without the most important character of the show.

Food blogger Saloni Panda's journey as a digital creator

Food is the ingredient that binds us together.

Ahead of launch, MG Gloster's engine specifications leaked

MG Motor is working to launch its flagship Gloster SUV in India sometime around October.

IPL 2020: MI introduce NBA-style Smart Ring to track stats

The Indian Premier League defending champions Mumbai Indians have introduced an exclusive 'Smart Ring' in the wake of COVID-19 pandemic.

Indian Premier League: Records RCB can script this season

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) endured a poor campaign in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2019 season.

Ease of doing business: Andhra Pradesh tops states' rankings

The Centre on Saturday released the rankings of states and union territories in terms of Ease of Doing Business (EoDB).

Veteran filmmaker Johnny Bakshi passes away at age 83

Veteran film producer and director Johnny Bakshi passed away on Saturday morning at a hospital in Mumbai. He was 83.

A look at David Warner's T20I numbers since 2019

The COVID-19 break seems to have taken no toll on Australian opener David Warner.

Bond flick 'No Time to Die' releases thrilling second trailer

The second trailer of the much-awaited James Bond flick No Time to Die dropped recently and it blasts out more thrill than a trailer can take in.

Records Lionel Messi can break in 2020-21 season

Legend Lionel Messi is set to play for Barcelona in the upcoming 2020-21 season.

ICMR revises testing advisory allowing 'testing on demand' for coronavirus

The Indian Council for Medical Research (ICMR), the top health research body, has allowed testing on demand for COVID-19 in its revised testing strategy.

Kia Sonet's deliveries to start on September 18

Kia is all set to launch its much-awaited sub-compact SUV, the Sonet, in India on September 18. In the latest development, the automaker has confirmed that the deliveries for the crossover will start on the launch day itself.

SSR case: Rhea's brother, Samuel sent to custody till September-9

Actor Rhea Chakraborty's brother Showik Chakraborty and Samuel Miranda, a former house manager of late actor Sushant Singh Rajput, have been sent to a four-day judicial custody with the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) until September 9 by 64th Metropolitan Magistrate NN Joshi.

Google Pixel 5 to be launched on September 25

Google will launch its all-new Pixel 5 on September 25 alongside the Pixel 4a 5G, as per Vodafone Germany.

England vs Australia, 2nd T20I: Preview, Dream11 and more

After a pulling off a majestic turnaround in the opening T20I, hosts England will vie for a series victory against Australia.

Samsung Galaxy S20 FE's full specifications leaked

Samsung is gearing up to launch its flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S20 FE (aka Fan Edition) by the end of this month or in October. The handset will be offered in LTE and 5G variants, depending on the market.

Chhattisgarh: 8 dead as bus carrying laborers collides with truck

In a tragic incident, at least eight migrant workers from Odisha were killed in a road accident in Cherikhedi in Chhattisgarh on Saturday morning. Seven others have reportedly been injured in the accident.

All you need to know about Akshay Kumar's FAU-G game

Just days after the Indian government placed a fresh ban on more than 100 Chinese apps including the popular battle royale game PUBG amid escalated tension in Ladakh, a made-in-India alternative has been announced.

Transfer news: Chelsea sign Kai Havertz from Bayer Leverkusen

Premier League side Chelsea have signed attacking mid-fielder Kai Havertz from Bayer Leverkusen on a five-year contract.

Volkswagen Polo, Vento have become cheaper in India

Volkswagen has announced attractive benefits on its Polo hatchback and Vento sedan in India. The German automaker is offering up to Rs. 1.6 lakh off on select variants of the Vento and a discount of up to Rs. 29,000 on some Polo variants.

Lionel Messi set to play for Barcelona in 2020-21

Lionel Messi is set to stay at Barcelona for the upcoming 2020-21 season.

India-China border row: Trump says he would 'love to help'

United States President Donald Trump has extended his aid in resolving the ongoing border conflict between India and China.

Redmi 8A Dual starts receiving Android 10 update in India

Xiaomi has started rolling out the Android 10 update for its budget-friendly smartphone, the Redmi 8A Dual in India.

US Open, Day 5: Djokovic extends unbeaten run to 26-0

World number one Novak Djokovic advanced to the round of 16 on Day 5 of the US Open.

Acer's latest laptops, with Intel's 11th-generation Tiger Lake CPUs, launched

Expanding its portfolio of laptops, Acer has launched three new models in the US. The Acer Swift 3 and Acer Swift 5 come with Intel's newly-announced 11th-generation Tiger Lake CPUs.

NCW chief demands Sena MLA's arrest for threatening Kangana

National Commission For Women (NCW) chief Rekha Sharma has called for the immediate arrest of Shiv Sena MLA, Pratap Sarnaik, for threatening actor Kangana Ranaut.

LAC: Rajnath Singh tells Chinese counterpart to restore status quo

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday held talks with Chinese counterpart Gen. Wei Fenghe in Moscow amid a border conflict between the two nations.

England beat Australia in first T20I: List of records broken

England stunned Australia to win the first T20I at the Ageas Bowl in Southampton to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.

#ComicBytes: Everything you need to know about Keanu Reeves' BRZRKR

From video games to motorcycles, Keanu Reeves has a knack for turning his hobbies into solid products.

2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe SUV with plug-in hybrid powertrain unveiled

American automaker Jeep has finally unveiled the much-anticipated Wrangler 4xe SUV.

#HealthBytes: Yoga asanas that can help you with anxiety

With our lifestyles taking a drastic turn, anxiety is on a rise everywhere.

Samsung releases One UI 2.5 update for Galaxy Note10 line-up

Samsung has started rolling out One UI 2.5 update for its Galaxy Note10 line-up that includes Galaxy Note10, Galaxy Note10 Lite, Galaxy Note10+, and Galaxy Note10+ 5G.

04 Sep 2020

Tata Harrier XT+ launched in India at Rs. 17 lakh

Just days after the launch of the Nexon XM (S), Tata Motors has unveiled an XT+ variant of its 5-seater Harrier SUV in India.

Chadwick Boseman didn't want people to "fuss over" his cancer

Chadwick Boseman, the late yet unforgettable Black Panther superstar, was a private person.

Vadodara's popular iPhone store, Marvans Mobile stays people's favorite

One of Vadodara's oldest iPhone stores, Marvans Mobile is the city's most popular stop for all things iPhone.

All sports are now garnering attention in India: Vishal Sivappa

Vishal Sivappa, who is a co-founder of India's first Cue Sports academy for schools, feels that sports, other than cricket, are now garnering a lot of attention in our country. The reason, as per him, is the introduction of leagues.

PUBG maker Tencent will engage with India for ban reversal

Earlier this week, India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology announced the decision to ban more than 100 Chinese apps over national security concerns.

SSR case: Rhea's brother, Samuel Miranda arrested by NCB

Actor Rhea Chakraborty's brother Showik Chakraborty and Samuel Miranda, a former housekeeping manager of late actor Sushant Singh Rajput, have been arrested by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB).

Ahead of launch, Toyota Yaris 'Limited Edition Black' sedan revealed

Toyota is working to launch a limited-run model of its Yaris sedan in India in the coming days.

Jackie Chan forced to vacate luxurious Beijing apartments for auction

Jackie Chan is facing a weird problem in his personal life.

Triumph Rocket 3 GT bike to be launched on September-10

Triumph Motorcycles India has announced that it will launch its Rocket 3 R-based touring-friendly cruiser, the Rocket 3 GT in India on September 10.

Ahead of launch, Infinix Note 7's specifications leaked

Infinix Mobile is all set to launch its affordable smartphone, the Infinix Note 7 in India on September 16.

COVID-19 effect: OYO extends employee furlough by another six months

The fallout of COVID-19 on the hospitality industry has forced OYO India to extend the furlough period of some of its employees by another six months.

Karnataka drugs case: Actor Ragini Dwivedi detained, her house searched

The Central Crime Branch (CCB) of Bengaluru on Friday detained film actor Ragini Dwivedi in connection with its investigation into the alleged drug menace in Kannada film industry.

Ford Endeavour Sport SUV to be launched soon

American automaker Ford is planning to launch its Endeavour Sport SUV in India soon.

CSK players who could fulfil the void left by Harbhajan

Chennai Super Kings will be without veteran off-spinner Harbhajan Singh in the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Benefits of up to Rs. 2 lakh on Jeep Compass

In a bid to boost its sales, Jeep has announced benefits and discounts on Compass SUV.

PFA Player of the Year: Four Liverpool players on shortlist

Premier League champions Liverpool have four players on the six-man shortlist for the Professional Footballers' Association Players' Player of the Year award.

Indian Premier League: Records KKR can script this season

Kolkata Knight Riders missed out on the playoffs in the 2019 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

#HealthBytes: 7 different DIY face packs for the week

Since staying at home is the norm of this pandemic, why not make it a little interesting!

Suzuki Burgman Street (in blue shade) launched at Rs. 80,000

Japanese automaker Suzuki's flagship scooter in India, the Burgman Street, has been launched in a new Pearl Suzuki Medium Blue No. 2 color option.

Harbhajan Singh pulls out of IPL 2020, cites personal reasons

Chennai Super Kings are set to be without the services of Harbhajan Singh in the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Stop telling lies: Shilpa Shinde slams 'Gangs Of Filmistan' producers

The recently-released comedy show Gangs Of Filmistan landed in a huge controversy, after actor Shilpa Shinde decided to quit it even before the premiere.

#VaccineTracker: Early COVID-19 vaccine results expected by September 15

As the COVID-19 crisis is deteriorating with every passing day, all the hopes are pinned on the development of a safe and effective vaccine.

SC junks plea of six states; JEE, NEET to continue

The Supreme Court on Friday rejected a plea filed by six non-BJP-governed states, seeking a review of the August 17 order that allowed NEET and JEE exams amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Samsung Galaxy S20 FE receives 3C certification, launch imminent

Several leaks have confirmed that Samsung is gearing up to launch a new Galaxy S20 FE (Fan Edition) model sometime by the end of this month or in October. Depending on the market, the handset will be offered in LTE and 5G variants.

Pounded by coronavirus pandemic, Europe's largest brothel files for bankruptcy

Europe's largest brothel has become the latest victim of COVID-19, the disease which has shattered economies, killed thousands and sickened millions.

After drug searches, NCB questions Rhea's brother, Samuel Miranda

Showik Chakraborty, brother of actor Rhea Chakraborty who is the prime accused in the death case of fellow actor Sushant Singh Rajput, was taken to the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) office in Mumbai for questioning this morning.

Bundesliga: Records Bayern Munich can break in the 2020-21 season

Bayern Munich enjoyed a stellar 2019-20 campaign and lifted the treble.

Tamil Nadu: Blast in firecracker factory kills seven

In a terrible piece of news, an explosion was reported from a firecracker factory in Tamil Nadu on Friday.

#LeakPeek: OnePlus 8T to come with a 120Hz AMOLED display

OnePlus is gearing up to launch its latest flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 8T (codename: Kebab) soon.

This popular Xiaomi phone is now available via open sale

Xiaomi's popular mid-ranger, the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max, is now available through open sale in India. Interested customers can buy the handset anytime via Amazon, Mi.com, as well as Mi Home stores and other authorized retail outlets.

US Open, Day 4 roundup: Serena marches on, Murray ousted

Day 4 of the US Open 2020 saw India's Sumit Nagal get ousted as Dominic Thiem sealed a comfortable victory, whereas, Andy Murray got ousted.

NewsBytes Briefing: SoftBank considering bidders for TikTok India, and more

In another twist to the saga, SoftBank is reportedly working to broker a deal for TikTok India.

Three-year-old raped in UP's Lakhimpur; third incident in 20 days

A three-year-old girl, who was missing since Wednesday, was raped and murdered, Uttar Pradesh Police said today, reports NDTV.

Jeep unveils 2021 Wagoneer luxury SUV: Here are the details

Jeep has finally unveiled its much-anticipated full-sized luxury SUV, the 2021 Wagoneer.

Amid tensions, China's Defense Minister seeks meeting with Rajnath Singh

As tensions are flaring up along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), Wei Fenghi, China's Defense Minister, has sought a meeting with India's Rajnath Singh, in Moscow, PTI reported citing people in the know.

SSR case: NCB team conducts raids at Rhea Chakraborty's home

Days after it formally joined the Sushant Singh Rajput death investigation, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) sent a team to actor Rhea Chakraborty's home to conduct searches on Friday morning.

Coronavirus: India's tally crosses 39L with record 84k+ new cases

On Thursday, India saw the highest single-day spike of over 84,000 new coronavirus infections. The nationwide tally has reached 39.3 lakh while over 1,000 fresh deaths pushed the toll to 68,589.

Johnny Depp wants defamation case trial against Amber Heard postponed

Legendary actor Johnny Depp wants the hearings of the defamation case he has lodged against his ex-wife Amber Heard to be delayed.

ASUS ZenFone 7-series receives new software update: Details here

ASUS has started rolling out a new software update for its recently-launched flagship smartphones, the ZenFone 7 and ZenFone 7 Pro.

Ahead of launch, 2020 Hero Maestro Edge's specifications revealed

Hero MotoCorp is planning to launch its BS6-compliant Maestro Edge 110 scooter in India soon.

#ComicBytes: The origins of Darkseid, DC's supreme villain

When the teasers and trailers for The Batman, Wonder Woman 84, and Suicide Squad were released, all DC fans rejoiced.