21 Sep 2020

Realme Narzo 20 series goes official in India

Realme has launched its budget-friendly Realme Narzo 20 series in India, that includes Realme Narzo 20, Narzo 20A, Narzo 20 Pro models.

IPL 2020, RCB defeat SRH: List of records broken

The Royal Challengers Bangalore have commenced their 2020 IPL campaign with a victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad.

IPL 2020, RR vs CSK: Match preview, Dream11 and more

After three matches in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, the 2020 Indian Premier League tourney moves to Sharjah wherein Rajasthan Royals will face the Chennai Super Kings.

Bird launches foldable 'Air' electric scooter at $599: Details here

American micro-mobility and ride-sharing company Bird has launched an affordable new electric scooter - Bird Air.

CBI files Rs. 1,400cr fraud case against dairy firm Kwality

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Monday has filed a case of fraud against Kwality Ltd., one of the country's most popular dairy product makers.

Government announces MSP hike amid protests over farm bills

Amid intense protests over the controversial farm bills, the Union Cabinet has approved an increase in Minimum Support Price (MSP) for Rabi crops for the 2021-22 season, Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar said in the Lok Sabha, today.

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Dating app uses Nusrat Jahan's photo without consent; probe initiated

Actor and Trinamool Congress parliamentarian Nusrat Jahan has accused a video dating app of using her picture without permission.

Google teases Gmail facelift, starting with a new logo

After adding a bunch of new features into Gmail for personal and G Suite accounts, Google appears to be working on a facelift for the service.

IPL 2020: Interesting stats from the KKR-MI rivalry

Day 5 of the 2020 Indian Premier League will see Kolkata Knight Riders lock horns with defending champions Mumbai Indians.

#HealthBytes: All the potential health benefits of Kombucha

Kombucha is a fermented tea drink made by adding live bacteria and yeast, known as a SCOBY (symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast), to sweetened tea (green, black or both).

Mumbai film industry kills people, makes them addicts: Roopa Ganguly

Bharatiya Janata Party parliamentarian and actor Roopa Ganguly today alleged that the Mumbai film industry "kills people," and turns them into "drug addicts."

TECNO Spark 6 Air's new (3GB/64GB) variant launched in India

TECNO has launched a new 3GB/64GB variant of the Spark 6 Air in India. It joins the existing 2GB/32GB and 3GB/32GB models that were launched in July and August, respectively.

New warranty and maintenance plan for Hyundai Elantra and Tucson

Hyundai India has announced a new exclusive warranty and maintenance plan called "Premium Assurance Program," for its Elantra sedan and Tucson SUV.

Tesla is in talks to open research center in Bengaluru

For years, Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of EV maker Tesla, has been teasing that their cars would come to India.

DNA

Coronavirus: What is the 'Feluda' test? How does it work?

The Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) has approved for commercial launch of a CRISPR-based test for COVID-19, called 'Feluda'.

Realme C17, with 90Hz display and 5,000mAh battery, launched

Expanding its range of C-series budget smartphones, Realme has launched the latest C17 model in Bangladesh.

Xiaomi releases MIUI 12 update for Redmi Note 7 Pro

Xiaomi has started rolling out the latest MIUI 12 update for its budget-friendly smartphone, the Redmi Note 7 Pro, in India.

Tata Altroz (diesel) hatchback has become cheaper by Rs. 40,000

Tata Motors has reduced the price of its Altroz (diesel) hatchback range, barring its base-end XE, and XE Rhythm trims.

Joe Biden claims 200,000,000 have died of coronavirus in US

Democrat Joe Biden, who is challenging President Donald Trump for the White House, made a gaffe by saying 200 million have died of coronavirus in the United States when in reality the death toll is 204,122.

Iranian hackers develop malware to steal 2FA codes

Often, security experts recommend two-factor authentication (2FA) as a way to add an extra layer of security to your online accounts and services such as Facebook and Instagram.

Historic! Two Navy women officers to join frontline warships crew

In what is sure to pave the path for more gender inclusivity in the armed forces, two women officers will, for the first time, be deployed on Indian Navy warships as crew members.

Bajaj Auto to launch Husqvarna 401 twins this festive season

Bajaj Auto is likely to launch its Husqvarna Vitpilen, and Svartpilen 401 motorbikes in India this festive season, a carandbike report has claimed.

IPL 2020: KXIP lodge appeal against short run

Kings XI Punjab have filed an appeal with the match referee against the 'short run' called by umpire Nitin Menon during the recent IPL thriller between Delhi Capitals and Kings XI Punjab.

FinCEN files: All you need to know about the leak

Several Indian banks helped facilitate transactions red-flagged by the United States Treasury Department's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) for suspected money laundering, terrorism, drug dealing, and financial fraud, a major leak of top-secret documents has revealed.

Payal Ghosh to file FIR against Kashyap for sexual assault

Bollywood actor Payal Gosh will file a police complaint against filmmaker Anurag Kashyap for allegedly sexually assaulting her in the past.

COVID-19 vaccine: Serum Institute to start final trials this week

As India's COVID-19 cases continue to surge by nearly a lakh every passing day, scientists are racing to get a vaccine ready as soon as possible.

OnePlus Nord 6GB RAM variant now available in India

The 6GB RAM variant of OnePlus Nord 6 is now available for sale in India via Amazon and OnePlus.in.

Wrong announcement, presenter leaves losing nominee's place: Emmys' oddities explained

The Emmys just pulled off a semi-virtual and highly experimental ceremony successfully this year.

Bajaj Auto reveals new color variant for Pulsar NS200 streetfighter

Bajaj Auto has put up a marketing video, revealing a new color variant for its Pulsar NS200 motorcycle.

OPPO Reno4 SE 5G, with quad rear cameras, goes official

Chinese tech giant OPPO has launched a new Reno4 SE 5G model in its home country. It is the fourth smartphone in the Reno4 series and joins the Reno4, Reno4 Pro, and Reno4 Pro Artist Edition.

Rajya Sabha ruckus continues, suspended MPs stage 'dharna'

After a stormy session yesterday, the Rajya Sabha witnessed pandemonium again today after eight MPs, who were suspended for their unruly behavior, refused to leave the House.

Within month of "Bhoomi Pujan," land prices soar in Ayodhya

Land prices in Ayodhya almost doubled, within a month of the ground-breaking ceremony of Ram Temple, the iconic place of worship revered by millions of Hindus.

Shraddha Kapoor, Sara Ali to be summoned in drugs case

Bollywood actors Shraddha Kapoor and Sara Ali Khan may be called for questioning in the ongoing drugs probe related to actor Sushant Singh Rajput's death, according to reports.

Ahead of debut, 2021 BMW M3 sedan teased: Details here

Ahead of its unveiling on September 23, BMW Motorrad has teased its next-generation M3 sedan in a series of images.

OPPO Reno4 Pro MS Dhoni edition launched at Rs. 35,000

OPPO has released a new MS Dhoni edition of its popular mid-ranger, the Reno4 Pro.

LG K42, with Helio P22 chipset and quad cameras, launched

Expanding its portfolio of budget-range smartphones, LG has launched the K42 in the Dominican Republic.

NewsBytes Briefing: TikTok ban delayed, WeChat ban blocked, and more

Over the weekend, the US ban on TikTok, WeChat saw major developments.

IPL 2020, SRH vs RCB: Pitch report, stats and more

The third game of the 2020 IPL will be played between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Redmi 9 to go on sale at 12 pm

Xiaomi's affordable smartphone, the Redmi 9 is all set to go on sale today at 12pm via Amazon and Mi.com.

Taj Mahal re-opens after months. No couple poses, allowed

Taj Mahal, the Mughal monument that has hosted renowned personalities, re-opened today, six months after coronavirus-linked curbs made it off-limits to visitors.

HBO

Emmys 2020: 'Schitt's Creek' and 'Succession' score big

The annual Emmy Awards 2020, bringing us the best in the world of television, were offered on Sunday in a first-of-its-kind virtual ceremony hosted by Jimmy Kimmel from Los Angeles.

Eight Rajya Sabha MPs suspended; resolution against Deputy Chairman junked

After trying to stall the passage of two out of the three Agriculture Bills in the Rajya Sabha on Sunday, the opposition moved an unprecedented resolution, seeking the removal of Deputy Chairman Harivansh Singh.

Maharashtra: Building collapses in Bhiwandi; eight dead, rescue operations underway

A three-story building collapsed in Maharashtra's Bhiwandi, early this morning, taking the lives of at least eight people. As per the latest reports, a child was among those who have been rescued.

Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 54.85 lakh with 87k+ new cases

India on Sunday reported over 87,000 new coronavirus infections, a significant dip in daily new cases this past week.

BS6 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 SX bike becomes costlier in India

Japanese automaker Kawasaki has increased the price of its BS6-compliant Ninja 1000 SX motorbike for the first time since its launch in India, this May.

Some remedies to try at home to remove scars

Scars can be caused by multiple reasons, ranging from surgery, skin infections to wounds.

Skoda Vision IN-based compact SUV to be launched next year

Skoda's upcoming compact SUV based on the Vision IN concept will make its global debut in India next year. The company has also confirmed that the car will be up for grabs on our shores in the second quarter of 2021.

Premier League 2020-21, Liverpool beat Chelsea: List of records broken

Premier League champions Liverpool Liverpool showed their class to beat Chelsea 2-0 in gameweek 2 of the 2020-21 season.

20 Sep 2020

IPL 2020, DC beat KXIP in Super Over: Records broken

Delhi Capitals beat Kings XI Punjab in match number 2 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) in Dubai.

'The Social Dilemma': Brutal, horrifying facts for social media junkies

How do you start talking about an invisible force that drives you from morning to night without you knowing?

BMW

BMW R nineT motorbike spotted testing: Here are the details

German automaker BMW is expected to launch the next-generation model of its R nineT motorbike in the coming days.

Schools reopening tomorrow: List of states where classes are resuming

Even as the number of coronavirus cases continues to rise, some states have decided to reopen schools partially.

ByteDance values TikTok at $60 billion for US deal

Chinese giant ByteDance is said to have valued TikTok at an approximate $60 billion.

Ather 450X Collector's Edition to be launched on September 26

Ahead of delivering its 450X e-scooter this November, Ather Energy has announced that it will unveil a collector's edition of the two-wheeler on September 26.

Many heroes exploited me too, says Kangana after Payal's allegations

A day after actor Payal Ghosh accused filmmaker Anurag Kashyap of sexual assault, fellow actor Kangana Ranaut has supported her and shared her own ordeal.

#WeeklyRecap: Potential life on Venus, Apple's new hardware, and more

This week, a number of developments were noted in the world of technology, including an unexpected - and still unconfirmed - case of alien life discovery.

Some essential steps for an effective hair care routine

Just like our daily skin care routines, we need a regular routine to maintain our tresses as well.

India should have picked Rayudu for 2019 WC: Shane Watson

Former Australian all-rounder Shane Watson believes Team India should have played Ambati Rayudu in the 2019 World Cup.

Ahead of launch, Samsung teases Galaxy F series

Samsung is planning to launch its F series of camera-focused smartphones in India.

IPL 2020: Jos Buttler to miss Rajasthan Royals' opening game

Jos Buttler will miss the opening game of Rajasthan Royals against Chennai Super Kings on Tuesday as he is presently serving the quarantine with his family in Dubai.

IPL 2020, SRH vs RCB: Match preview, Dream11 and more

The third match of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 will be played between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bangalore in Dubai.

Out and about: Malaika Arora says she has 'overcome' coronavirus

Bollywood actor and television personality Malaika Arora on Sunday told fans that she has recovered from coronavirus. The 46-year-old had tested positive for the fatal virus earlier this month and was quarantined at home since then.

Ravi Kishan responds to Anurag Kashyap's claims of smoking weed

Amid the ongoing controversy about allegations of drug abuse in Bollywood, filmmaker Anurag Kashyap recently claimed that Member of Parliament and actor Ravi Kishan used to smoke weed.

Ahead of launch, Alpina B8 Gran Coupe spotted testing

German automaker Alpina is expected to launch its B8 Gran Coupe based on the BMW 8 Series, next year.

#Bummer: iOS 14 picture-in-picture mode not working with YouTube

Apple's iOS 14 update, which just started rolling out, brings a bunch of features aimed at upgrading your iPhone experience.

UP man slits pregnant wife's belly to determine baby's gender

In a horrifying incident, a man in Uttar Pradesh allegedly split open his pregnant wife's belly to determine the gender of the baby on Saturday evening.

IPL 2020: Delhi Capitals pacer Ishant Sharma suffers back injury

Delhi Capitals suffered a heavy blow right before their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 opener against Kings XI Punjab in Dubai on Sunday.

Records Romelu Lukaku can script in the 2020-21 season

Romelu Lukaku had a defining 2019-20 season for Inter Milan as he went on to score 34 goals in 51 appearances.

MI vs CSK: Key learnings from the tournament opener

Defending Champions Mumbai Indians were handed a five-wicket defeat from arch-rivals Chennai Super Kings in the opening clash of 2020 Indian Premier League in Abu Dhabi.

KTM

KTM 250 Adventure bike to be launched in October

Austrian automaker KTM is planning to launch its 250 Adventure motorbike in India this October, a carandbike report has claimed.

Rajya Sabha passes farm bills amid Opposition protests; House adjourned

The Rajya Sabha on Sunday passed the controversial farm bills amid protests by the Opposition. The Upper House has now been adjourned until 9 am on Monday.

IPL 2020, Dubai International Stadium: Pitch report, stats and more

Following a thrilling IPL opener, the tourney move to Dubai, wherein Delhi Capitals will lock horns with Kings XI Punjab.

200% sure Sushant was killed, says Shekhar Suman

Bollywood actor Shekhar Suman, who has been leading a campaign seeking justice for late actor Sushant Singh Rajput, has reiterated his stance that the 34-year-old star was murdered.

BMW

BMW R18 cruiser launched in India at Rs. 19 lakh

BMW Motorrad has finally launched its much-anticipated cruiser motorcycle, the R18, in India. It is offered in two variants: Standard and First Edition.

Germany: Cyber attack on a hospital leaves a patient dead

In a major shocker, a woman has reportedly died due to a ransomware attack in Germany.

Bills sparked protests; Modi blamed 'misinformation campaign'

Farmers fear the legislation would keep them from availing a Minimum Support Price (MSP) for their produce. Intense protests have been staged, particularly in the states of Punjab and Haryana, in opposition to the bill.

Bundesliga 2020-21: List of key takeaways from gameweek 1

Eight games have been played in the Bundesliga 2020-21 season, with two more to go.

I'm hungry and motivated, says Gareth Bale after joining Tottenham

Tottenham have re-signed Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale on a season-long loan.

Modi to hold COVID-19 review meeting with 7 CMs

As the number of coronavirus cases continues to grow rapidly, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to hold a review meeting with the Chief Ministers of seven states and union territories.

IPL 2020: Dwayne Bravo likely to miss another game

After warming the bench in the IPL opener, Chennai Super Kings all-rounder Dwayne Bravo could miss another game due to a knee injury.

"Baseless": Anurag Kashyap responds to sexual harassment allegation

On Saturday, actor Payal Ghosh accused filmmaker Anurag Kashyap of sexually assaulting her in the past. In her tweet, the actor appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his help.

End of TikTok's woes? Trump approves Oracle's bid for TikTok

TikTok finally appears to be finalizing a way to prevent itself from getting banned in the United States.

Farm bills reach Rajya Sabha; Centre, Opposition scramble for support

Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar on Sunday moved the controversial farm bills in the Rajya Sabha.

Coronavirus: India's tally climbs to 54 lakh cases; 86,800 dead

India's COVID-19 tally neared 54 lakh on Saturday as over 92,000 fresh coronavirus infections were registered in the past 24 hours. The death toll has risen to 86,795 with over 1,100 fresh fatalities.

Five essential steps for your morning skincare routine

Skincare routines are tricky to create and stick to.

Redmi Note 9 Pro receives MIUI 12 update: Details here

Xiaomi has started rolling out the latest MIUI 12 update for its budget smartphone, the Redmi Note 9 Pro.

#ComicBytes: The most powerful battle suits in DC Comics

DC has a plethora of superpowered characters: Superman, Wonder Woman, and Aquaman are just the tip of the iceberg.

Premier League, Palace beat Manchester United: List of records broken

Crystal Palace beat Manchester United 3-1 at Old Trafford to make it two wins out of two in the Premier League 2020-21 season.