'Mirzapur' will return for its third season
After a successful run of two seasons, Amazon Prime Video series Mirzapur has been renewed for its third season.
Kunal Kamra faces contempt charges for criticizing Supreme Court
Comedian Kunal Kamra is facing contempt charges over a series of tweets where he criticized the Supreme Court of India for granting interim bail to television anchor Arnab Goswami on Wednesday.
COVISHIELD vaccine could be realistic solution to COVID-19 pandemic: ICMR
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and Pune-based Serum Institute of India (SII) on Thursday announced the completion of enrollment of participants to the Phase-3 clinical trials for the potential COVID-19 vaccine COVISHIELD in India.
Krunal Pandya detained at Mumbai airport: Here's why
Indian cricketer Krunal Pandya was detained at the Mumbai International Airport by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI).
PUBG Mobile is returning to India: Here's everything to know
PUBG Corporation, the creator of PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG), has announced it is preparing to soon launch a new game called "PUBG Mobile India" specifically created for the Indian market.
2021 Honda CB125R motorbike, with updated engine and suspension, unveiled
Japanese automaker Honda has finally unveiled the 2021 iteration of its CB125R streetfighter motorbike.
Maruti launches 'Festive Edition' accessory kits for Alto, Celerio, WagonR
Maruti Suzuki has launched 'Festive Edition' accessory kits for its Alto, Celerio, and WagonR hatchbacks in India.
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra tipped to 'support' S Pen
For several years now, S Pen has been exclusive to the Note-series and some of the newer tablets. However, Samsung is now planning to expand S Pen's reach.
Delhi allowed to reserve 80% ICU beds for COVID-19 patients
The Delhi High Court on Thursday allowed the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government to reserve 80% of Intensive Care Unit (ICU) beds for COVID-19 patients in 33 private hospitals.
#DealOfTheDay: Nokia 5.3 is available with benefits worth Rs. 6,800
If you are planning to own an affordable smartphone, this might be a good deal for you. Amazon is offering a discount of Rs. 4,300 for the Nokia 5.3 (6GB/64GB) model.
2021 Yamaha MT-09 SP unveiled with updated design and electronics
Japanese automaker Yamaha has unveiled the top-spec SP variant of its 2021 MT-09 motorcycle.
Jupiter's icy moon Europa may glow in dark: NASA researchers
A team of researchers at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) has discovered that Europa, the icy moon of Jupiter, possibly emits a blue-white and blue-green glow—through its icy crust and a salty subsurface ocean—even in the dark.
Indian Super League: FC Goa announce partnership with RB Leipzig
Indian Super League (ISL) club FC Goa have announced a three-year strategic partnership with Bundesliga side RB Leipzig, focusing mainly on youth development and coach training.
Restaurants, hotels, gyms have highest risk of spreading COVID-19: Study
A new study has indicated that restaurants, gyms, and hotels have the highest risk of spreading COVID-19.
'Kai Po Che!' actor Asif Basra found dead in Dharamshala
Actor Asif Basra has passed away at the age of 53.
IPL 2020 saw record rise of 28% in viewership
The just-concluded 13th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) saw a record-breaking 28% increase in viewership compared to last season.
Bruno Fernandes in numbers for Manchester United
Bruno Fernandes is turning out to be one of the best signings ever for Manchester United in the Premier League era.
2021 BMW iX all-electric SUV, with 600km of range, revealed
German automaker BMW has finally revealed its flagship iX all-electric SUV.
Redmi K40 and K40 Pro's specifications leaked, launch imminent
Xiaomi's spin-off Redmi is gearing up to launch the K40 and K40 Pro models in China in the coming weeks. In the latest development, tipster Digital Chat Station has revealed that the vanilla K40 will come with a 120Hz OLED display and a punch-hole design.
Hyundai Kona Electric (facelift), with refreshed design and ADAS, revealed
South Korean automaker Hyundai has finally revealed the facelifted version of its Kona Electric SUV.
F1: Lewis Hamilton set to equal Michael Schumacher's championships tally
Mercedes ace Lewis Hamilton is set to match the legendary Michael Schumacher's tally of seven world championships in Formula 1.
NASA officially certifies SpaceX's Crew Dragon spacecraft for human spaceflights
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) of the US has officially certified Elon Musk-owned SpaceX to transport astronauts to and from the International Space Station (ISS) on its Crew Dragon capsule and Falcon 9 rocket.
Younis Khan appointed Pakistan batting coach: Details here
Younis Khan has been appointed as the batting coach of the Pakistan cricket team until the ICC T20 World Cup in 2022.
Sonu Sood's book to be called 'I Am No Messiah'
Bollywood actor Sonu Sood is writing a book, wherein he will recount his experience of helping migrant workers during the coronavirus pandemic-induced lockdown.
Nazia Nasim, 'KBC 12's first 'crorepati,' talks about her journey
On Wednesday's episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati season 12, Nazia Nasim became the first contestant of this season to win the enviable prize of Rs. 1 crore.
'Atmanirbhar' stimulus: Employment, income-tax relief for home-buyers, boost for vaccine
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday announced a fresh economic stimulus to spur economic growth and boost demand.
Bookings for Nissan Magnite SUV open in India: Details here
Nissan will launch its Magnite compact SUV in India in the coming weeks. In the latest development, Autocar has reported that select company dealerships have started accepting bookings for the car against a token amount of Rs. 11,000-25,000.
No free unlimited Google Photos storage from 2021: Details here
Google has announced that it will be ending the free unlimited storage feature on Google Photos from next year.
Football international friendlies: A look at the key records scripted
The latest European international friendlies produced several crucial results as teams gather impetus ahead of the UEFA Nations League.
Melania could get this huge amount, if she divorces Trump
Melania Trump could receive a whopping $50 million in divorce settlement, in case she decides to part ways with her husband, outgoing United States President Donald Trump, according to a legal expert.
#LeakPeek: This is how Moto E7 will look like
Motorola is working to launch a new affordable Moto E7 model in the coming weeks. In the latest development, tipster Abhishek Yadav has shared the renders of the handset and revealed its key specifications.
Realme 7 5G to be launched on November 19
Realme is set to launch the Realme 7 5G model in the UK on November 19, the company has announced. The event is scheduled to start at 10am GMT and will be live-streamed via the company's official social media accounts.
Great deals announced on Kia Carnival MPV this festive season
Kia Motors has announced noteworthy deals on its Carnival MPV for the month of November. These offers can be availed in the form of a corporate discount, exchange bonus, accessories, and annual maintenance contract (AMC) packs.
In a first, India enters technical recession, says RBI
India likely entered into a technical recession for the first time in its history at the end of the first half of 2020-21, according to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
Pucovski, Green named in Australia Test squad for India series
Australia have included youngsters Will Pucovski and Cameron Green in a 17-member Test squad for their upcoming series against India.
1 in 4 exposed to COVID-19 in Delhi: Sero-prevalence survey
A new sero-prevalence survey conducted in the national capital showed that around one in four of the people tested were exposed to COVID-19, the Delhi government informed the Delhi High Court on Wednesday.
After China indicates de-escalation, India turns tank guns away: Report
Months into the India-China border standoff, the Indian forces reportedly decided to turn the face of their tanks away from enemy positions.
Vishal-Shekhar distance themselves from 'Deedar De' remix
Music composer duo, Vishal and Shekhar, have distanced themselves from the remix of their hit song Deedar De, that features in director Hansal Mehta's upcoming film Chhalaang.
NCB to question Arjun Rampal today, say reports
In a major development in the ongoing drugs probe linked to the Hindi film industry, actor Arjun Rampal will be questioned by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) today, according to reports.
Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 86.8 lakh; Delhi reports biggest spike
India on Wednesday reported over 48,000 fresh coronavirus infections, bringing the nationwide tally to 86.8 lakh cases.
'Hannibal' star Mads Mikkelsen in talks for 'Fantastic Beasts 3'
We recently predicted five worthy actors who could do justice to Johnny Depp's character in the now-vacant role of Fantastic Beasts 3.
#ComicBytes: Do you know about Marvel's cleanup crew, Damage Control?
After every fight in the Marvel Universe, the place of the event faces massive destruction.
Exiting 'Fantastic Beasts 3' made Johnny Depp richer by $10mn
Finally, here's some good news for Johnny Depp fans, who have been unable to bear the fact that the noted actor has accepted Warner Bros.' request to resign from Fantastic Beasts 3.
Samsung releases another update to fix S20 FE's display issues
Last month, Samsung had pushed two updates for the S20 FE to address issues like ghost touches and poor responsiveness of the screen. However, those releases haven't fully resolved the problems as the company is seeding yet another firmware for its affordable flagship.
Akshay Kumar to star in Mudassar Aziz's comedy movie
Just after the release of his much-awaited film Laxmii, Akshay Kumar has bagged a Mudassar Aziz-directed wacky comedy movie, set to be released in 2021.
Festive benefits available on 2020 Jeep Compass SUV this November
Jeep is offering great deals on its Compass SUV in the month of November.
"Feels like a blessing," says 'Fantastic Beasts's Dumbledore Jude Law
Jude Law has established a firm position in Hollywood for etching out diverse roles.
Ahead of launch, Redmi Note 9 5G series' prices leaked
Xiaomi is expected to launch the Redmi Note 9 5G and Redmi Note 9 5G High Edition models in China later this week. The former will have a punch-hole design, triple rear cameras, and mid-range internals while the latter will arrive as a rebranded Mi 10T Lite.
Pakistan Cricket Board introduces 'whistle blowers' policy to combat corruption
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has introduced a 'whistle blowers' policy to combat any form of corruption or dishonest behaviour.
Rohit won't join Indian squad in Australia until Test series
Rohit Sharma won't be part of the Indian contingent traveling from Dubai to Sydney for the impending Australian tour.
ICC T20I Rankings: Babar six points adrift of top-ranked Malan
Pakistan batsman Babar Azam gained big to close in on England's Dawid Malan in the ICC T20I Rankings for Batsmen.
Samsung releases One UI 2.5 update for the Galaxy M31s
Samsung has started rolling out the One UI 2.5 update for the Galaxy M31s in India.
2021 Suzuki V-Strom 650XT motorbike goes official: Details here
Japanese automaker Suzuki has finally launched the 2021 iteration of its V-Strom 650XT adventure tourer in Australia. It comes in grey, white and red colors.
Dynasty politics biggest threat to democracy: Modi after Bihar win
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday addressed a sea of supporters at an event celebrating the victory of the National Democratic Alliance in the recent Bihar Assembly elections and several bypolls.
Bookings for 2020 Thar AX trim temporarily halted in India
Just days after delisting the entry-level AX and AX Std variants of the 2020 Thar SUV from its official website, Mahindra has temporarily stopped the bookings for these models.
Samsung releases One UI 3.0 beta update for Galaxy S20
Samsung has started rolling out the latest One UI 3.0 beta update for its flagship Galaxy S20 model, as per SamMobile.
With COVID-19 and pollution, which masks should you be wearing?
Since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, experts have stressed the importance of wearing face masks to shield people from the viral disease.
Samsung Sero rotating TV launched at Rs. 1.25 lakh
South Korean tech giant Samsung has launched a rotating 4K QLED TV in India.
#DealOfTheDay: POCO X3 is available with Rs. 4,500 discount
If you are planning to own a good mid-range smartphone, this might be a suitable opportunity for you. Flipkart is offering a discount of Rs. 3,000 on the POCO X3 (6GB/64GB) model.
Kia sells over 1.25 lakh units of Seltos in India
Kia has sold over 1.25 lakh units of the Seltos in India since the SUV's launch in August last year. The milestone is important for the South Korean auto giant since Seltos was its maiden offering in India.
NZ tour: Pakistan name squad, Babar Azam appointed Test captain
Pakistan have announced a 35-member squad for the upcoming tour of New Zealand in December.
WI players unable to train after breaching quarantine regulations
West Indies cricket team players have been banned from training and confined to their hotel rooms in New Zealand.
#NewsBytesExclusive: Toyota Fortuner (facelift) first look: Welcome changes inside-out
Toyota Fortuner has been feeling the heat from MG Gloster, which has stolen a bit of the thunder due to its value proposition.
Honda unveils new-generation CB1000R streetfighter bike: Details here
Japanese automaker Honda has unveiled the 2021 iteration of its CB1000R streetfighter motorcycle for the international markets.
IPL 2020: Ishan Kishan's season in numbers
The 2020 edition of Indian Premier League is done and dusted with Mumbai Indians clinching a record fifth title.
SC grants interim bail to Republic TV editor-in-chief Arnab Goswami
The Supreme Court on Wednesday overturned an earlier order of the Bombay High Court, which denied bail to journalist Arnab Goswami in an abetment to suicide case.
Toyota to launch Innova Crysta (facelift) in India this month
Toyota is expected to launch the facelifted version of its Innova Crysta MPV in India by the end of this month, according to Autocar. As per the report, certain dealerships have also started accepting bookings for the upcoming four-wheeler.
IPL 2021 could have nine teams: Details here
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is planning to have nine teams in the 14th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).
IPL 2020: NewsBytes team of the tournament
Mumbai Indians hammered the Delhi Capitals to win a record fifth Indian Premier League (IPL) trophy.
Rajasthan's iconic Pushkar fair scrapped amid coronavirus pandemic
The world-renowned Pushkar fair in Rajasthan has been canceled this year in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
Meet the Bidens in India: US President-elect's 'distant relatives'
United States President-elect Joe Biden has twice in the past mentioned having a family in India. The 77-year-old Democrat had referenced his distant relatives in 2013 during his maiden visit to India and then again in 2015.
India's loss if Rohit doesn't become white-ball captain: Gautam Gambhir
Former Indian opener Gautam Gambhir believes it will Indian cricket's "misfortune" if Rohit doesn't become the captain in limited-overs cricket.
Samsung Galaxy A52 5G spotted on Geekbench; key specifications revealed
Samsung is working to launch a new mid-range Galaxy A52 5G model. It will arrive as the successor to the Galaxy A51 5G. In the latest development, the handset has been spotted on Geekbench, revealing some of its key specifications.
Ahead of global debut, 2021 Hyundai Elantra N sedan previewed
Ahead of its global debut in the coming months, South Korean automaker Hyundai has previewed the Elantra N sedan.
Realme 7 5G could arrive as rebranded Realme V5
Realme is working to launch a new budget-friendly Realme 7 5G model in the coming weeks. In the latest development, the handset has been spotted on NBTC certification website, revealing its key details.
ASUS launches new ZenBook and VivoBook laptops in India
ASUS has launched the ZenBook 14, VivoBook Ultra K15, Ultra 14, and Ultra 15 models in the Indian market.
Indian Premier League 2020 season in numbers
The 13th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 season got over on Tuesday, with Mumbai Indians lifting their fifth title.
NASA chief to step down when President-elect Biden takes office
The Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Jim Bridenstine, is planning to step down from the position when Joe Biden becomes the President of the United States, said reports.
IPL 2020: Key takeaways from DC's campaign
Delhi Capitals fell short in the final of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 campaign.
US: TikTok goes to court against President Trump's divestiture order
Running out of time, courtesy of an order passed by US President Donald Trump, TikTok has approached a US Appeals Court. On August 14, the President had directed TikTok's parent company ByteDance to divest TikTok within 90 days — the deadline ends on Thursday.
IPL 2020: How much prize money did the winners receive?
Mumbai Indians, on Tuesday, defeated Delhi Capitals in the final to win the Indian Premier League 2020.
2021 Hyundai Tucson N Line SUV previewed: Details here
South Korean automaker Hyundai has released the official sketches of the Tucson N Line, previewing the next-generation performance-oriented SUV.
Honor 10X Lite, with Kirin 710A chipset, launched in Europe
Expanding its line-up of budget-friendly smartphones, Honor has launched the 10X Lite model in Europe.
Digital news, streaming platforms to be regulated by I&B Ministry
Online news portals and content providers, like Netflix and Amazon Prime, will now be regulated by the Information and Broadcasting Ministry, a notification issued on Wednesday read.
US planning Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine distribution as early as December
The United States could begin inoculating its citizens with Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine as early as December, provided the drugmaker submits data from its trial to health regulators, Health Secretary Alex Azar said on Tuesday.
'Bunty Aur Babli 2' poised for a Christmas 2020 release?
Bunty Aur Babli 2 could become the first movie, backed by a leading production house, to release in theaters, Mid-Day reported on Wednesday.
'Laxmii' beats opening day record of 'Dil Bechara'
Akshay Kumar and Kiara Advani's Laxmii has broken the viewership record previously held by Dil Bechara on streaming platform Disney+ Hotstar.
Apple unveils next-generation Macbooks, Mac mini with custom M1 chip
Apple has announced the new-generation MacBook Air, 13-inch MacBook Pro, and Mac mini that will run on the M1 processor - the company's first chip designed specifically for the Mac.
NDA keeps Bihar, RJD becomes single-largest party, Congress crashes again
The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) will form a government in Bihar and Nitish Kumar will get another term at the Chief Minister's office. The results of the closely-fought elections, declared in the early hours of Wednesday, showed BJP handed over Bihar to Kumar, while his own party JD(U) fared poorly.
Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 86.3 lakh; over 80 lakh recovered
India on Tuesday reported over 44,000 fresh coronavirus infections, pushing the nationwide tally to 86.3 lakh cases.
#ComicBytes: History of all the Lantern Corps in DC
With the dawn of the universe, seven different entities emerged, each representing different emotions.
Huawei Mate X2 to offer 66W fast-charging, 3C certification reveals
Huawei's Mate X2 foldable smartphone is in the works and is expected to be launched in the coming weeks. In the latest development, the handset has received 3C certification in China.
'Laxmii' review: Akshay Kumar's film is nonsensical and wasteful
Laxmii is, more or less, all the things that you do not want a film to be.
Samsung S21 Ultra tipped to feature a 120Hz 2K display
Samsung is gearing up to launch its flagship Galaxy S21-series in January 2021. In the latest update, tipster @UniverseIce has revealed the display details of the Ultra model.
