27 Sep 2020

Premier League, Leicester stun Manchester City: List of records broken

Jamie Vardy smashed a hat-trick to help Leicester City beat Manchester City 5-2 in gameweek three of the Premier League 2020-21 season.

#BugAlert: Apple Watch Series 3 hit by repeated reboots

Last week, Apple released watchOS 7 - along with iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 - to the general public.

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#CoupleChallenge: What is it and why you should be careful?

The latest trend to fascinate the netizens is the Couple Challenge, wherein people are participating to celebrate their relationships online through various social media platforms.

RR stun KXIP, chase 224-run target: Records broken

Mayank Agarwal's century wasn't enough for Kings XI Punjab as Rajasthan Royals stole the show in match number nine of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 season.

Hardik Pandya is going to bowl soon: Zaheer Khan

Mumbai Indians Director of Cricket Operations Zaheer Khan, on Sunday, hinted that all-rounder Hardik Pandya will bowl soon in the tournament.

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

Royal Challengers Bangalore will lock horns with Mumbai Indians in the tenth match of 2020 IPL at Dubai.

#WeeklyRecap: New Echo products, 2FA cracking malware, and more

This week, a number of developments were noted in the world of technology.

Ahead of launch, Mercedes-Benz EQS sedan found testing at Nurburgring

German automaker Mercedes-Benz is expected to launch the electric variant of its S-Class sedan, the EQS, next year.

Ahead of polls, former Bihar top cop joins JD(U)

Former Director General of Police (DGP) of Bihar, Gupteshwar Pandey, on Sunday joined the ruling Janata Dal (United).

Realme 7i to be launched in India soon: Details here

Chinese smartphone maker Realme's 7i handset has been spotted on the support page of its official Indian website. This has given rise to speculation that the device might be launched on our shores soon.

Watson reveals his grandmother passed away before CSK's third match

Former Australian opener Shane Watson recently informed about the demise of his grandmother.

Royal Enfield Meteor 350's launch delayed to October in India

According to a Bikewale report, Chennai-based Royal Enfield has delayed the launch of its much-anticipated cruiser motorcycle, the Meteor 350 to October.

PM's vaccine arrangements will take care of all: Adar Poonawalla

As India's COVID-19 vaccine strategy becomes a point of debate, Adar Poonawalla has expressed confidence over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision to protect Indian citizens from the ongoing pandemic.

2020 French Open: Records that can be scripted

The 2020 edition of the French Open has begun today.

Coronavirus: Seven-day average down; has India moved past the worst?

The seven-day average of new coronavirus cases in India has been steadily declining for nine days now, a development that provides a small respite to the second-worst hit nation.

Wicket-keeper Alyssa Healy breaks Dhoni's record of most T20I dismissals

Australia's wicket-keeper Alyssa Healy, on Sunday, broke MS Dhoni's long-standing record of having most dismissals as a wicket-keeper in T20 Internationals.

'GoT' stars Kit Harington and Rose Leslie expecting first child

Game of Thrones stars and beloved British couple Kit Harington and Rose Leslie will soon become parents.

Soon, free Google Meet calls will have this restriction

Google Meet, the dedicated video conferencing platform owned and managed by Google, has evolved into one of the most sophisticated, secure, and popular virtual meeting tools out there.

IPL: Statistical comparison between Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson

Rishabh Pant and Sanju Samson are one of the most talented wicket-keepers in India.

East Bengal to be part of the Indian Super League

Kolkata giants East Bengal are now officially part of Indian Super League (ISL) after they made a successful bid to become a part of the competition.

Karan Johar's 2019 party video not under probe: NCB official

A 2019 party video from filmmaker Karan Johar's house where drugs were allegedly consumed is not being probed by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) at the moment, an official of the top agency has confirmed.

Audi Q5 Sportback coupe-SUV breaks cover: Details here

German automaker Audi has finally unveiled its much-anticipated Q5 Sportback coupe-SUV.

What happened inside Rajya Sabha last Sunday? Footage reveals details

The conduct of the government, opposition, and Deputy Chairman Harivansh Singh inside the Rajya Sabha last Sunday garnered much attention.

Meet Polestar Precept: An electric sedan powered by Android

Chinese automaker Polestar is gearing up to introduce a new electric car into its stable, but it won't be the long-awaited Polestar 3 SUV.

Bundesliga 2020-21: Gameweek two in numbers

Seven matches were played on Saturday in the Bundesliga 2020-21 season as some exciting results panned out.

Real register maiden win in La Liga 2020-21: Records broken

Real Madrid registered their maiden win in gameweek three of La Liga 2020-21 season.

Sara Ali admits dating Sushant Rajput during NCB probe: Reports

Bollywood actor Sara Ali Khan told investigating officers of Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) that she and late actor Sushant Singh Rajput were earlier in a relationship.

RR vs KXIP: Decoding Jos Buttler's performance against Mohammed Shami

Rajasthan Royals are all set to take on Kings XI Punjab in the ninth game of 2020 Indian Premier League.

#MannKiBaat: PM Modi focuses on farmers amid criticism over Bills

As his government faces criticism from the opposition and former allies over three agriculture reform Bills, Prime Minister Narendra Modi used his radio program Mann Ki Baat as an opportunity to address concerns, saying that farmers have only benefited whenever binding laws have been changed.

We aren't enemies, says Sanjay Raut after meeting Devendra Fadnavis

Shiv Sena's firebrand leader Sanjay Raut suggested against reading too much into his meeting with Maharashtra former Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, saying both of them have ideological differences but aren't enemies. He added Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray was aware of the meeting.

BJP veteran and former Union Minister Jaswant Singh passes away

Jaswant Singh, one of the longest-serving parliamentarians of India and a founding member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), passed away at the age of 82, reports said on Sunday.

Akalis leave NDA; Sukhbir urges parties to unite against Centre

Sukhbir Singh Badal, the President of Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), wants all political parties and farmer organizations to protest against the BJP-led Centre and force it to roll back three controversial farm Bills, that have triggered agitation.

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Lady Gaga's '911' video a home run on mental health

Lady Gaga is back in her colorful, heady vibe and her latest short film (read music video extended with a scene full of dialogues and a few actors) is breaking the internet apart.

PUBG ban not likely to be revoked anytime soon: Report

The ban on PUBG came as a big blow for PUBG Corporation, the creator of the title, and Tencent Games, the Chinese company behind its mobile version.

#AutoBytes: Best bikes you can buy under Rs. 2.5 lakh

If you are looking for a light-weight to mid-weight motorcycle and have a budget of around Rs. 2-2.5 lakh, this might interest you.

Trying baking for the first time? These tips can help

Baking is an art, which can be perfected with practice.

#ComicBytes: The origin story of Killmonger, 'Black Panther's misunderstood antagonist

Black Panther, a colorful celebration of African culture, introduced us to a misunderstood antagonist, Erik Killmonger.

26 Sep 2020

Neetu David appointed head of India women's selection committee

Former Indian cricketer Neetu David has been appointed chairman of the women's selection committee.

Knight Riders beat Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2020: Records broken

Kolkata Knight Riders beat Sunrisers Hyderabad in match number eight of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 season.

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

The second IPL game of the weekend will be played between Rajasthan Royals and Kings XI Punjab.

Google Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G's availability details revealed

Google is all set to launch its new Pixel phones, the Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5, on September 30. In the latest development, tech analyst Jon Prosser has revealed the availability details of the upcoming handsets.

#DealOfTheDay: Samsung Galaxy Note10 Lite available with Rs. 8,000 off

If you are planning to buy a premium smartphone, this might be a suitable deal for you. Amazon is offering a discount of Rs. 5,010 on the Samsung Galaxy Note10 Lite (6GB/128GB model).

OPPO Reno4 Lite, with MediaTek Helio P95 chipset, launched

Expanding its range of mid-range smartphones, OPPO has launched the Reno4 Lite in Ukraine. It comes as a rebranded version of the F17 Pro that was announced in India earlier this month.

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

Manchester United overcame Brighton 3-2 in gameweek three of the Premier League 2020-21 campaign.

Was UN's response effective in handling pandemic, asks PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today delivered a virtual address at the United Nations General Assembly.

Questions surrounding Barcelona ahead of their 2020-21 campaign

Spanish club Barcelona will be starting their 2020-21 campaign against Villarreal in La Liga on Monday (12:30 AM IST).

KKR vs SRH: Decoding Andre Russell's IPL performance against SRH

Kolkata Knight Riders are all set to take on Sunrisers Hyderabad in the eighth fixture of 2020 IPL at Abu Dhabi.

The best compact SUVs you can currently buy in India

Catering to the demands of the customers, the market for compact SUVs in India is fast-growing. It is perhaps one of the most fiercely competed segments, especially with the arrival of Kia Sonet and Toyota Urban Cruiser.

OPPO forays into South African market with the A72 model

Chinese tech giant OPPO has entered the South African market, expanding its footprint to yet another emerging economy. The company's debut offering in South Africa is the LTE version of the OPPO A72 5G which was announced in China in July.

Deepika Padukone leaves NCB office after six hours of questioning

Actor Deepika Padukone was today questioned for nearly six hours in an ongoing drugs probe linked to fellow actor Sushant Singh Rajput's death case.

In BJP rejig, Ram Madhav, others replaced; Tejasvi Surya promoted

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday announced that it would replace senior leaders like Ram Madhav with fresh faces in a reshuffle of party posts.

Stubble burning: Kejriwal approaches Centre over IARI's new tech

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has written to the Centre over the issue of stubble burning, which poses a recurring headache for people in parts of North India, particularly the national capital.

Key takeaways from the opening week of IPL 2020

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 season started on September 19 and a week has passed by.

SP Balasubrahmanyam's funeral held with police honors

Legendary singer SP Balasubrahmanyam's last rites were held in Chennai on Saturday afternoon along with a 72-gun salute by the Tamil Nadu Police.

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2020 MINI Clubman Cooper S launched at Rs. 42 lakh

BMW-owned luxury car brand MINI has launched the 2020 Clubman Cooper S in India. The premium 5-door hatchback borrows its styling cues from the standard model while offering some tweaks to the exterior, an updated cabin, and a BS6-compliant 2.0-liter petrol engine.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e gets Wireless DeX support via update

Samsung has started rolling out the latest One UI 2.5 update for its Galaxy Tab S5e in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.

Jonny Bairstow turns 31: A look at his IPL records

England opener Jonny Bairstow turned 31 on Saturday.

Female education, storm drains: Nitish Kumar unveils 7-point election plan

With the Bihar elections about a month away, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has unveiled his seven-point plan in his hopes to return to power.

KKR vs SRH: Decoding David Warner's IPL performance against KKR

Kolkata Knight Riders will take on Sunrisers Hyderabad in the eighth match of the 2020 Indian Premier League, at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium.

Premier League, Manchester City vs Leicester: Preview, Dream11 and stats

Manchester City face Leicester City in gameweek three of the Premier League 2020-21 season on Sunday.

Johnson & Johnson's single-dose COVID-19 vaccine induces strong immunity

Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine has shown promise in early-to-mid-stage clinical human trials.

These Samsung smartphones have become cheaper in India

Samsung has dropped the prices of the Galaxy M01, Galaxy M11, and Galaxy M31s models in India by up to Rs. 1,000. The price adjustment is permanent in nature and is applicable to both the online as well as offline sales channels.

Ahead of launch, MG Gloster's engine and powertrain details confirmed

MG Motor is all set to launch its premium SUV, MG Gloster, sometime around this festive season i.e. October-November. The pre-bookings for the car are already underway.

"Don't consume or encourage drugs": Karan Johar rubbishes allegations

Filmmaker Karan Johar has once again rubbished reports that drugs were consumed at a party that he hosted at his home in July last year.

Assam: African swine fever spreads; government orders culling of pigs

The Northeastern state of Assam has been hit by African swine fever (ASF), prompting the state government to order the culling of 12,000 pigs.

Atletico Madrid sign Luis Suarez from Barcelona

Atletico Madrid have completed the signing of Luis Suarez from La Liga rivals Barcelona.

Businessman's murder in UP: Accused IPS officer evading police's calls

IPS officer Manilal Patidar, the main accused in the murder case of a businessman in Uttar Pradesh's Mahoba district, is not taking the calls of the Special Investigation Team (SIT), that is probing the matter.

DC vs CSK: A look at the key learnings

Chennai Super Kings lost their second game since registering a victory over Mumbai Indians in the 2020 IPL tournament opener.

TECNO Spark 6, with MediaTek Helio G70 chipset, launched

As the latest addition to its portfolio of smartphones, TECNO Mobile has launched the Spark 6 model. It comes as a successor to the TECNO Spark 5 that was launched in May.

Argentinian MP resigns after kissing girlfriend's breasts during parliamentary session

An Argentinian MP has been forced to resign after he was seen kissing his partner's breasts during an online parliamentary session.

Had to sell jewelry to pay legal costs: Anil Ambani

Anil Ambani, once the world's sixth-richest man, told a court in London on Friday that he sold his jewelry to meet legal costs and that his expenses are being borne by his family, reports said.

Deepika Padukone reaches NCB office for questioning in drugs case

Actor Deepika Padukone on Saturday arrived at the office of the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) in Mumbai.

Indian diplomat walks out, then shreds Imran Khan's UNGA speech

Lodging a strong protest after Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan brought up Kashmir at the United Nations General Assembly, the Indian diplomat walked out of the hall in New York when his pre-recorded message was being played on a large screen.

Coronavirus: Global deaths near one million; a million more 'likely'

The global death toll in the coronavirus outbreak is fast approaching the one million mark. The World Health Organization (WHO) on Friday warned that the number could double without a concerted global effort to control the viral spread.

#ComicBytes: Fictional places in DC Universe that have significance

Unlike Marvel, which likes to bring almost every single catastrophic event to New York, DC likes to do so in fictional places.

'House of Dragon' on-track for 2022 release, says HBO boss

Game of Thrones fans can rejoice as HBO programming chief Casey Bloys has confirmed that its spin-off series House of The Dragon is still on track for a 2022 release.

#HealthBytes: Here is why ghee is a noted superfood

From sweets to parathas, ghee is used in almost every recipe in India.

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Ryan Reynolds, Rob McElhenney may buy out Welsh football club

Deadpool star Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia fame have planned to venture into football.

2021 Benelli TRK 502X makes global debut: Details here

Chinese automaker QJ Motor has finally revealed its SRT 500 adventure tourer, which will be rebranded as the 2021 Benelli TRK 502X outside China.