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Akshay Kumar says big directors did not want to work with him
I work with new directors because big directors don't take me (in their films). That is the truth,a claimed the Bollywood superstar, while interacting with the media at the trailer launch of his upcoming film Good Newwz.
Kartik Aaryan talks about his struggle: I couldn't afford a portfolio
Kartik Aaryan, who is riding on the success of back-to-back hits, is a hot favourite right now, with filmmakers queuing up outside his door. However, his journey has not been easy and he has witnessed his fair share of struggles.
Jacqueline Fernandez says she ditched exam to audition for Australia's Next Top Model
Before she entered the film industry, Jacqueline Fernandez was a popular model. Did you know that at the age of 17, she ditched her mathematics exam to audition for Australia's Next Top Model.
Bhumi Pednekar Endorses Kartik Aaryan's 'Cuteness'
Bhumi Pednekar who is known for her penchant for difficult and offbeat roles will now be seen playing the role of Chintu Tyagi's 'Patni' in Pati Patni Aur Woh.
Saif Ali Khan poses with the team of Jawaani Jaaneman
Saif Ali Khan has traveled a long way as far as his acting and choice of roles is concerned. The nawab of Pataudi who started his career with a young lover boy.
Taapsee Pannu to star as female Indian cricketer Mithali Raj in her next film
Taapsee Pannu to be on the front foot as she signs the story of female Indian cricketer Mithali Raj. She will bring the former captain's achievements to the reel with a biopic titled Shabaash Mithu.
Rani Mukherji is all set to debut as a real life news anchor
Actress Rani Mukerji is all set to make her debut as a real life news anchor on one of the TV channels to present cases of juvenile crimes.
Ishaan Khatter shares the first look picture of himself and Tabu in the Mira Nair directorial
Ishaan Khatter and Tabu are all set to share the screen space with Mira Nair's screen adaptation of Vikram Seth classic, A Suitable Boy. Taking to Instagram, the actor has recently shared their first look from the series and it looks impressive.
Alia Bhatt & Ranbir Kapoor look deeply engrossed in BTS pics as they prep for song shoot in Manali
In a recent picture from the sets of Brahmastra in Manali, Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor look deeply engrossed in conversation as they prep to shoot a song amidst the snow-capped mountains.
Jaya Bachchan on Hyderabad rape and murder case: Accused should be brought out in public and lynched
As the issue of Hyderabad rape and murder case was raised in the Parliament on Monday, Samajwadi Party leader Jaya Bachchan stated that the accused should be handed over to the public and lynched.
Rajkummar Rao in talks with Dream Girl makers Ekta Kapoor & Raaj for a film on male pregnancy?
After the success of Dream Girl, Ekta Kapoor and Raaj Shaandilyaa might be coming together for another project. Now, Pinkvilla has exclusively learnt that Rajkummar Rao might be in talks for the film based on an offbeat subject of Male pregnancy.
Tahira and Sonali speak about their battles with cancer
Actress Sonali Bendre and filmmaker Tahira Kashyap, who were diagnosed with cancer last year, recently spoke about the new things they learnt while battling the disease.
Jim Sarbh says he wants to do lead roles in movies
Actor Jim Sarbh is eager to dive deep into the world of showbiz and says he wants to do everything, from lead roles to comedy to thrillers.
Arjun Kapoor has transformed himself for the role of Sadashiv Rao Bhau
Ahead of the release of his first historic film "Panipat", Arjun Kapoor shared a video showcasing how he transformed into the role of Maratha leader Sadashiv Rao Bhau.
Soha Ali Khan Takes Daughter Inaaya to Nawab Pataudi's Grave
Soha Ali Khan's daughter Inaaya Naumi Khemu did not get to see her enigmatic maternal father as he had passed away even before Soha Ali Khan's marriage to Kunal Khemu.
Deepika Padukone, Kartik Aaryan Slammed for 'Creating Nuisance' at Airport
Deepika Padukone and Kartik Aaryan were recently spotted at Mumbai Airport where they practiced the steps to Dheeme Dheeme. Now they are being slammed by netizens.
Dimple Kapadia's mother Betty Kapadia dies, Akshay Kumar, Twinkle Khanna spotted at hospital
The veteran actor's mother who turned 80 this year was recently spotted celebrating her birthday with her family and friends, including her granddaughter Twinkle and her husband Akshay.
Shilpa Shetty hilariously trolls Nikamma director for making her wear cotton saree in winter
Shilpa Shetty, who is currently filming the second schedule of Nikamma in Lucknow, jokingly complained about how director Sabbir Khan is making her wear a cotton sari in the 15°C weather.
Arjun Kapoor spills the beans on his marriage to Malaika Arora
Arjun Kapoor is currently neck deep busy with the promotions of Ashutosh Gowariker's Panipat, and from traveling to different cities to sit-down interviews, Arjun and Kriti Sanon are leaving no stone unturned to promote the film.
Alia Bhatt tears up as she talks about sister Shaheen's battle with depression
Alia Bhatt got teary-eyed as she opened up on the plain fact that despite staying together, she understood her sister's struggle and battle after reading the book.
Rohit Shetty says Shah Rukh Khan & Ajay Devgn have a lot of things in common
Rohit Shetty, who had recently attended the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2019 said that their working pattern is the same and both are very hard working.
Priyanka Chopra & Ranveer Singh's candid pic makes us wonder what they were up to back then
Priyanka Chopra and Ranveer Singh have worked together in four films in the past. Each time, they entertained the fans in a different way.
Did Deepika Padukone reject 3 films back to back with hubby Ranveer Singh?
Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh are Bollywood's power couple who fans want to see in a film together again. However, as per a report, Deepika rejected 3 films back to back with hubby Ranveer.
India hopes for early resumption of talks between Israel, Palestine: PM Modi
India hopes for the early resumption of talks between Israel and Palestine for a comprehensive and negotiated resolution, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said in a message ahead of the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian people.
Kartik Aaryan gets emotional on the sets of Indian Idol 11; Remembers his mother's journey
Kartik Aaryan was truly moved by Indian Idol contestant Shahzaan's soul-stirring rendition of Surmayi Ankhiyon Mein, which is one of his favourite songs.
Government okays over Rs 22,000-crore military project deal
The Defence Acquisition Council, the defence ministry's top procurement body, green-lit the indigenous development and manufacturing of thermal imaging night sights for assault rifles to bolster the Make in India initiative.
Facebook, Instagram down, Twitter has a field day
Facebook and Instagram were not available to users on Thursday evening in India and some other parts of the world, People shared their horror on Twitter. The two social media platforms owned by Facebook, Inc were reportedly down across the world.
Ola to lay off around 350 employees in Pre-IPO streamlining
Ola has decided to rework on governance and compliance processes by restructuring and redesigning the company. To start off, the company will lay off 5-8% staff, accounting to around 350 employees, of the total 4,500, according to sources close to the company.
Priyanka Chopra & Nick Jonas celebrate Thanksgiving with a lot of fun, laughter and food
December is almost here and before we gear up for Christmas, its time to celebrate Thanksgiving and express gratitude for the blessing of the harvest and of the preceding year.
Donald Trump makes surprise Afghanistan visit
The US President arrived at Bagram Air Field shortly after 8.30 p.m. local time on Thursday and spent more than two-and-a-half hours on the ground, serving turkey during Thanksgiving, thanking the troops and sitting down with Afghan President Ashraf Ghani.
Rahul Dravid talks about the mental health of cricketers
Former India captain and batting great Rahul Dravid feels maintaining good mental health is a "big challenge" in a "tough game" like cricket and players should strike a balance in everything they do to overcome the stress of busy schedules and uncertain futures.
US Green Card: Over 2 lakh Indians waiting for legal permanent residency
More than 2,27,000 Indians are waiting in line for family-sponsored Green Card or legal permanent residency, according to the latest official data. There are about four million people waiting in line for family-sponsored Green Cards against a Congressional cap of 226,000 per annum.
Akshay Kumar gets trolled by the netizens for repeating an outfit in Housefull 4 and Good Newwz
For those who have an eye for detail, nothing can escape the radar of true Bollywood buffs. Amidst the buzz around all upcoming Akshay films, netizens spotted the actor repeating an outfit in Housefull 4 and Good Newwz.
Apple Design chief Jony Ive's resignation is now official
One of Apple's long-time design officers Jony Ive is now formally not working for the Cupertino based company anymore. The Chief Design Officer had announced his decision to eventually leave the company back in summer.
Will 'Black Widow' release in India before the US?
Marvel fans are gearing up for a massive lineup in the years to follow! This new phase of Marvel has been said to be the biggest of all in history, beginning with the standalone superhero flick 'Black Widow' due for release in 2020.
Boris Johnson apologises for Islamophobia in his party, seeks inquiry
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Wednesday issued an apology for the hurt and offence caused by Islamophobia within the Conservative Party as he pledged an independent inquiry into all forms of prejudice in his Tory party ranks.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan features on French workbook cover
Bollywood star Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's face now adorns the cover of a French workbook used to teach English to high school students, through world history and popular culture.
Growth may have come down, but there is no recession: FM Nirmala Sitharaman
At a time when India's economy is faced with slowing GDP growth and rising inflation, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said that though growth may have come down, there is no recession in India.
Black hole 70 times that of the Sun discovered in the Milky Way
A monster black hole that "should not even exist" was discovered by the Chinese Academy of Sciences. Scientists at the National Astronomical Observatory of China found the black hole with mass 70 times greater than the Sun and is located 15 thousand light years from Earth.
Air India will have to close if not privatised: Aviation minister Hardeep Singh Puri
India's state-run airline will have to cease operations if it is not privatised, the country's junior minister for civil aviation said in parliament on Wednesday, in response to a lawmaker's question on the subject.
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Kangana Ranaut says her anger is constructive: 'What I do in anger has always worked for me'
Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut has claimed her anger is constructive, adding that whenever she got angry, she did it for a "reason to construct". She was speaking at an event in Delhi.
Davis Cup: Strong India set to steamroll depleted Pakistan
A formidable India is expected to demolish the challenge of a depleted Pakistan in a Davis Cup tie starting here on Friday after the fixture was shifted to a neutral venue following a drama-filled build-up.
Looming onion crisis leaves Indians in tears, govt in jitters
Alooming onion crisis in India has not only left citizens teary-eyed but it is also spiralling into a major concern for the Narendra Modi-led NDA government, which is already facing criticism over the country's lacklustre economic growth.
Disha Patani takes off on a mini vacation with her girl gang
Disha Patani, who just wrapped up Malang and started filming Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai, has flown out for a mini vacation with her friends. The actor has posted several pictures and videos with her girl gang from a temple on her Instagram stories.
Russia's Taymyr plan: Arctic coal for India risks pollution
Natural riches come in two conflicting types in Russia's Arctic north: valuable minerals and spectacular wildlife. But sadly for many threatened species, the decline in Arctic sea ice has created a new economic opportunity for Russia in their remote habitat.
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Modi, Uddhav Thackeray like brothers, Centre has a responsibility towards Maharashtra
A day after Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray took over the reins of Maharashtra as the first chief minister of the Thackeray family, the party mouthpiece Saamana has said the coalition government will now act on the mistakes of the previous Devendra Fadnavis government.
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More students, mostly Indians, arrested from fake US University
US federal law enforcement agencies have arrested 90 more foreign students, mostly from India, taking the total number of students held so far to over 250 from a fake university set up by the authorities to check immigration fraud.
Katrina Kaif is glowing in pink as she poses with her 'best boys', fans shower love
Actor Katrina Kaif has shared a beautiful picture on Instagram, posing with her 'best boys' and internet can't stop showering love on the Bollywood star. In the image that Katrina shared on Thursday.
Tesla Cybertruck to join Dubai police fleet in 2020
Tesla's recently launched, Cybertruck, will be joining the official fleet of the Dubai Police in 2020. Announcing the news, Dubai Police's twitter handle posted a modified photo of the electric pickup truck with the official livery of the police force.
Iraq crackdown kills nearly 40 after Iran mission torched
Iraq's protest-hit cities saw one of their bloodiest days yet on Thursday as a government crackdown killed nearly 40 demonstrators following the dramatic torching of an Iranian consulate.
North Korea launches 2 projectiles in thanksgiving message to Trump
North Korea fired two projectiles on Thursday, using the start of the Thanksgiving holiday in the United States to telegraph its frustration over Washington's refusal to grant sanctions relief.
Arjun Kapoor on his friendship with Ranveer Singh: I tell Deepika Padukone that I'm her souten
Arjun Kapoor and Ranveer Singh are Bollywood's real-life version of Jai and Veeru. As Arjun gears up for Panipat's release, the star opened up his friendship with Singh and what role does stardom play in it.
Bhumi Pednekar is a vision in white as she poses for the camera
Bhumi Pednekar is gearing up for the release of her next flick 'Pati Patni Aur Woh' with Ananya Panday and Kartik Aaryan. The trio is on a promotional spree for their film and is leaving no stones unturned.
Kriti Sanon is out of poses for her film promotion
Kriti Sanon is having a gala time while promoting her upcoming film Panipat along with her co-actor Arjun Kapoor. She seems to be enjoying this process and is now looking for a different set of poses to try while pappz click her.
Yami Gautam glad to be picked by diverse filmmakers
Actress Yami Gautam is over the moon with the way yaer 2019 has panned out for her. She is glad that two diverse filmmakers were keen to cast her in roles that others have not found her to fit into earlier.
Kartik Aaryan gets schooled by netizens for not wearing helmet while riding a bike
Kartik Aaryan is one of the most loved actors we have in Bollywood. The actor has slowly but steadily made his way up the success ladder in the industry. He commands quite a fan following on social media who also schools him when needed.
Libya, Turkey sign deals on security and maritime jurisdictions
Turkey and Libya on Wednesday signed two agreements on security and military cooperation and restriction of marine jurisdictions. Ankara says agreements were signed when President Erdogan met Prime Minister Fayez al-Sarraj in Istanbul.
Fan asks Kajol for her phone number, she says '100… Call me any time'
Kajol engaged with her nine million followers on Instagram, via an 'Ask Me Anything' session on Tuesday night. During the interaction, one of her fans tried his luck and asked the actor for her phone number.
Rahul, Priyanka meet Chidambaram in Tihar
Former Congress Chief Rahul Gandhi and his sister and party General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Wednesday visited former Finance Minister P Chidambaram in Tihar jail.
Gamer sues friend for accidentally selling Rs 10 crore character for Rs 40,000
A Chinese gamer has reportedly sued his friend for sell his video game character worth Rs 10 crore for less than Rs 40,000. Lu Mou, who spent nearly 10 million yuan (approximately Rs 10 crore) on developing and customising a character in the game 'Justice Online', gave it to his friend Li Mouscheng for playing.
Pragya Thakur: India MP sacked from panel for calling Gandhi killer 'a patriot'
A controversial MP from India's ruling party has been dropped from a key parliamentary panel after she called Mahatma Gandhi's killer "a patriot". The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) condemned Pragya Thakur's remark, which has caused massive outrage online.
Emraan Hashmi says people see him as a guy who breaks homes: 'No one believes I am a nice guy'
Though Emraan Hashmi has tried his best to leave his serial kisser image behind, he has not been too successful. In an interview with Zoom TV, the actor said that people perceive him as a guy who breaks homes.
Tesla bags 250,000 orders for the electric pickup, Cybertruck
Orders for Tesla Inc's electric pickup Cybertruck are inching closer to the record set by the company's Model 3 sedans in 2016, with company head Elon Musk signalling 250,000 customers have now lined up to buy the new vehicle less than a week after its launch.
India fourth largest emitter of greenhouse gases: UN report
India is the fourth largest emitter of greenhouse gases, according to a new report called 'Emissions Gap Report' from the UN Environment Programme.
All India Environment
Salman Khan earns 8 Crores per episode for Bigg Boss 13?
With the popular reality TV show "Bigg Boss 13" getting an extension, superstar and host Salman Khan has also reportedly got a pay hike. Uncomnfirmed reports state he will be getting Rs 8.5 crore per episode.
BS6 Compliant TVS Jupiter Classic Launched
TVS Motor Company has announced the launch of the Bharat Stage VI (BS6) compliant TVS Jupiter 110 cc scooter in India. Equipped with ET-Fi (Ecothrust Fuel injection) technology, the TVS Jupiter Classic ET-Fi is the first in the Jupiter portfolio to become BS6 compliant and it has been launched at ₹ 67,911.
40 years on, New Zealand apologises for plane crash in Antarctica
New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern apologised on Thursday for the then-government's handling of a plane crash in Antarctica 40 years ago that took the lives of 257 people in the country's worst peacetime disaster.
Police enter Hong Kong campus as government slams US bills
Police teams began clearing a Hong Kong university that was a flashpoint for clashes with anti-government demonstrators, as the government slammed a US move to sign into law bills supporting human rights in the Chinese territory.
Ola to begin operations in London soon, starts onboarding drivers
Ola has now expanded its operations to London and the company has announced the beginning of registration of licensed drivers in the city, which will be followed by passenger service in the coming weeks.
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Kangana Ranaut looks like a boss lady in a pantsuit as she arrives at the airport
Kangana Ranaut has been recently snapped by the paparazzi as she arrived at the Mumbai airport after attending an event in Delhi.
India directive to WhatsApp 'will make spying easier'
Indian officials are demanding that WhatsApp stores its data locally, multiple reports say. Tech experts the BBC spoke to have also confirmed this. Critics say that this will allow government agencies to access users private data.
All India Technology
The Irishman is Netflix's biggest movie. Why isn't it playing in Indian cinemas?
The Irishman — the new Martin Scorsese film starring the likes of Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, and Joe Pesci among others — is out now on Netflix.
Huawei CEO: We can still be number 1 without Google
Huawei CEO Ren Zhengfei has reiterated its warning to the US government that once the company's Harmony operating system (OS) becomes operational, it may affect companies like Google as there will be no turning back from there.
Shah Rukh Khan to be Interviewed by legendary BBC talk show host
Shah Rukh Khan, who recently was on a talk show with the legendary David Letterman, is said to be on another talk show with the legendary BBC America talk show host, Tom Brooks.
Donald Trump tweets photoshopped image as boxer amid health rumours
Donald Trump tweeted a photo-shopped image of himself as a rippling, bare-chested boxer. The president is furious over media speculation following his sudden trip to a government hospital outside Washington and the startling tweet was his latest attempt to put talk of ill health to rest.
Mars' massive dust towers could explain why water dried up on the planet
Observations made by NASA spacecraft have given further insight into how global dust storms on Mars can cover the entire planet in a haze with dust towers rising high into the air. These dust towers could also hold clues to how Mars eventually ended up losing its water over time.
Can Amazon Alexa now respond with emotions?
Amazon has improved its digital assistant Alexa to make it more intuitive and natural when you give out verbal instructions. US users will be able to enable Alexa to respond with either a happy/excited or disappointed/empathetic tone, the official blog notes.
Lionel Messi first player to score against 34 different teams in UCL
Barcelona striker Lionel Messi has become the first player to score against 34 different teams in UEFA Champions League. He achieved the feat against Dortmund. Messi scored one goal for Barcelona, helping the side defeat their opponents 3-1.
Uddhav Thackeray set to take oath as Maharashtra CM today, invites PM Modi
Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray is all set to take oath as the chief minister of Maharashtra on Thursday, capping off a month-long political drama in the state following the Assembly elections. Thackeray will be the first member from his family to occupy the top post and the third from Shiv Sena.
Kareena Kapoor, Taimur Ali Khan In matching chef hats is the cutest thing you'll see today
Kareena Kapoor has had her hands full of late with a number of projects. With a day off, she was spotted with baby Taimur Ali Khan as they enjoyed a cooking class on her day off.
Iraq unrest: Protesters set fire to Iranian consulate
A group of protesters in Iraq have set fire to Iran's consulate in the southern city of Najaf amid ongoing anti-government demonstrations. Protesters chanted "Iran out of Iraq" as flames engulfed the building.
Amazon fires: NGO denies arrested volunteers started blazes
A Brazilian NGO based in the Amazon has denied that four volunteer firefighters arrested by police had intentionally started fires in the rainforest. The men were part of the Alter do Chão brigade, which helped battle huge fires this year in the northern Pará state.
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Varun Dhawan and Shraddha Kapoor get involved in a fun banter over a slice of pizza
Varun and Shraddha are known to be good friends and are often spotted pulling each other's legs or playing pranks on one another. Recently, a video has come up on social media in which the two of them are seen getting involved in a fun banter again.
Trump signs Human Rights and Democracy Act into law
US President Donald Trump has signed into law a bill that supports pro-democracy protesters in Hong Kong. The Human Rights and Democracy Act mandates an annual review, to check if Hong Kong has enough autonomy to justify its special status with the US.
China overtakes US in number of diplomatic missions
For the first time, China has more diplomatic missions around the world than the United States, according to a study published Wednesday that offered fresh evidence of Beijing's global ambitions.
How wireless will help rid city of trash
Seems like the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) will ake on garbage management in the city on a war footing. Or at least procure gadgets to show its intent. The civic authority will get 600 sets of wireless devices for better coordination among the officials and marshals.
Parineeti makes a comeback on badminton court after injury
Parineeti Chopra, who is playing the role of ace shuttler Saina Nehwal in the upcoming biopic titled 'Saina', has made a comeback on the badminton court after suffering a neck injury.
Champions League: Dybala stunner helps Juve edge Atletico
Paulo Dybala curled in a free-kick from the unlikeliest of angles to give Juventus a 1-0 Champions League win over Atletico Madrid on Tuesday, which left the Spaniards with a battle to secure a round-of-16 place.
Mira Rajput Kapoor to open a vegan restaurant in Mumbai?
The lovely Mira has her sights set on opening a vegan restaurant. We hear, she is scouting for a location in the Bandra-Juhu area and is also looking for a chef.
Deepika Padukone Accidentally Revealed That Alia Bhatt Is Getting Married!
Rumors of Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor tying the knot have been rife ever since they arrived together to Sonam Kapoor's wedding. Here's what Deepika Padukone has to say.
Ayodhya verdict: AIMPLB to file review plea in early December
In the first week of December, the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) will file a review plea against the Supreme Court's decision to greenlight the building of a temple on the former site of the Babri Masjid in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh.
35-yr-old actor in China suffers cardiac arrest while running during shoot; dies
Taiwanese-Canadian model-actor Godfrey Gao died while filming a TV show in China on Wednesday. The 35-year-old collapsed while he was on the set of Chase Me, a competitive sports reality show on China's Zhejiang Television.
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Kangana Ranaut Took Hormone Pills To Gain Weight For Jayalalithaa Biopic 'Thalaivi'
Kangana Ranaut is gearing up for her upcoming film, a biopic on the former chief minister of Tamil Nadu. She had to go through a big transformation to essay her character.
LN Mittal's son Aditya may head new Essar Steel board
Aditya Mittal, the scion of the LN Mittal empire, is likely to chair the board that will run Essar SteelNSE, with directors drawn from the two acquiring partners — ArcelorMittal and Nippon Steel Corp of Japan.
Kriti Sanon had goosebumps when she read the story of Panipat
The film set to release on 6 December was subject to many memes once the trailer was released. When asked Kriti said, she did find some memes funny and she takes them in a fun manner.
ISRO launches 14 satellites
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) just launched 14 satellites into space in 27 minutes. This includes the Cartosat-3 satellite, which will add to India's earth observation capabilities.
Trump jokes about impeachment probe at annual turkey pardon
President Donald Trump on Tuesday cracked jokes about Democrats' investigation into whether he should be impeached.
Ranbir Kapoor gets rid of his arm sling as he shoots with Alia Bhatt for Brahmastra in Manali
Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt headed to Manali for their shoot just yesterday and his arm injury did have everyone's attention. While fans did applaud him for continuing to shoot despite the injury.
Dabangg 3: Salman, Saiee click the perfect 'rear view selfie'
Saiee Manjrekar is making her dream debut in Bollywood opposite Salman Khan in the forthcoming release Dabangg 3. Reportedly, Saiee will play Salman's, Chulbul Pandey in the film, love interest in his younger days.
Bobby Deol is sure his son will want to join Bollywood
Dharmendra's sons Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol have found success in varying proportions in Bollywood, but Sunny's son Karan Deol failed to create much of an impact with his debut film " Pal Pal Dil Ke Paas" recently.
Ranveer Singh makes a shocking revelation about a scene from Lootera; says 'stapled my stomach'
Ranveer Singh is undoubtedly one of the finest actors we have got in B-town, and ever since he made his debut with Band Baaja Baarat, the actor has never stopped going places.
Sky-high prices of tomato a serious problem for locals across Pakistan
Locals across the country are irked as tomato prices have hit a new record of Rs 400 per kg in Pakistan, even after imports from Iran. The shortage of tomatoes, which was called a seasonal shortage by manufacturers, has pushed Islamabad to import tomatoes from Iran.
Remembering 26/11: Internet pays emotional tributes on 11th year of Mumbai attacks
It has been eleven years since the horrific terror attack in Mumbai on November 26, 2008, and the internet is in a severely emotional state of mind. For the martyrs, tributes poured in from several quarters including celebrities and significant personalities on social media.
England bowler subjected to 'racial insults' during New Zealand defeat
England fast bowler Jofra Archer says he was subjected to racist abuse by a spectator during the final day of the first-Test defeat by New Zealand. The 24-year-old, who was making his first appearance in an overseas Test for England, says he heard comments from "one guy" at the Bay Oval.
Climate change: 'Bleak' outlook as carbon emissions gap grows
Countries will have to increase their carbon-cutting ambitions five fold if the world is to avoid warming by more than 1.5C, the UN says. The annual emissions gap report shows that even if all current promises are met, the world will warm by more than double that amount by 2100.
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Thirteen French troops killed in helicopter crash in Mali
Thirteen French soldiers were killed when two helicopters collided during an operation against jihadists in Mali, the French president's office said. Monday's accident is one of the worst losses of life for the French military in decades.
Is Apple planning on making The iPhone XR in India?
Tech major Apple has started production of iPhone XR in India for the domestic market and exports, underlining the government's efforts to bolster mobile manufacturing in the country, Union IT Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said on Monday.
Anil Ambani's shipyard Reliance Naval surges 600% in record winning streak
The penny stock hasn't declined for a single session since September 9 in a rally that has lifted it to 7.31 rupees from its record-low close of 95 paise. That's the longest winning streak since the company's trading debut in 2009.
Solar eclipse on December 26 to have a 'ring of fire'
The last solar eclipse of the year will be an annular eclipse falling on December 26 over the Eastern hemisphere of the earth. People from India, Saudia Arabia, Qatar, Malaysia, Oman, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Marina Islands, and Borneo will be able to see the celestial event, which is also known as the "ring of fire".
More cyclones likely in Arabian Sea in coming years
With more cyclones recorded in the Arabian Sea in the present decade than the one preceding it, M Rajeevan, secretary of Ministry of Earth Science (MoES), said more frequent cyclones were likely in the coming years.
Apple will end iPhone's mediocre showing in 2020
Competitive pricing from Apple's rivals has landed a serious blow to iPhone sales. Apple has been forced to play catch-up with the likes of Chinese Android-focused brands like Huawei and OnePlus who are offering cutting-edge features at cost-effective price points.
Google fires four workers, including staffer tied to protest
Google fired four employees for what the technology giant said were violations of its data-security policies, escalating tension between management and activist workers at a company once revered for its open corporate culture.
Facebook sued for 'censoring' posts naming the Trump whistle-blower
Facebook Inc. was accused in a lawsuit of censorship by a user who says the company hasn't explained to him why it deleted three of his posts that named "the alleged Ukraine whistle-blower" who kicked off the presidential impeachment inquiry.
Tom Hanks talks about what he learned from playing Mr. Rogers
Tom Hanks says Mr. Rogers helped teach him how to listen better. The two-time Academy Award winner, 63, appears on Tuesday's edition of Ellen, where he opens up about playing the lead role of the Fred Rogers in the upcoming movie A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood.
'Corruption in Hyd Cricket Association': Ambati Rayudu trades barbs with Azharuddin
Cricketer Ambati Rayudu has appealed to Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) President Mohammed Azharuddin to not get into a personal tussle with him and isolate himself from "seasoned crooks."
Once again, a Chinese rocket has doused a village with toxic fuel
China's space program now ranks among the most successful in the world, with more launches than any other country on an annual basis, the capability to send humans into orbit, and an exploration plan that includes firsts such as the Chang'e-4 spacecraft's landing on the far side of the Moon.
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'Unfit' Uber loses London license over safety failures
Uber was stripped of its license to carry paying passengers in London for the second time in just over two years, pending an appeal, over a "pattern of failures" on safety and security. Regulator Transport for London revoked it on grounds that it did not see the service fit and proper, and improving on its security failures.
New Zealand gets hit by a 5.9-magnitude earthquake
A 5.9-magnitude earthquake struck New Zealand on Saturday. The epicentre of the quake, which occurred at 4:34 pm (UTC), was located at a depth of 115 kilometres, about 50 kilometres northwest of Te Kaha.
This childhood photo of Nick Jonas is eye catching
Nick Jonas is reminiscing his childhood days as he shared a goofy picture on social media. The member of the famous pop-rock band 'Jonas Brothers', shared a throwback picture on Instagram of his younger days. In the picture, Nick turns out to be the thinner version of himself wherein he is flaunting his biceps.
Sri Lanka won't do anything that will harm India's interests
Sri Lanka would work with India and it won't do anything that would harm its interests, newly elected President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has said . Rajapaksa, who is considered pro-China, said he wanted Sri Lanka to be a "neutral country" and work with all the countries.
Despite early morning drizzle, Delhi's air quality remains in 'poor' zone
The air quality of Delhi on Tuesday remained in the 'poor' category for the second consecutive day with overall Air Quality Index (AQI) at 242 with PM10 at 157 and PM2.5 at 70 at 9 am, said System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting And Research.
We will win the Maharashtra floor test: Oppn leaders hail SC verdict
Reacting to the Supreme Court's verdict to conduct the floor test on Wednesday, NCP leader Nawab Malik said, "Today's verdict of the Supreme Court is a milestone in Indian democracy. Before 5 pm tomorrow, it will be clear that BJP's game is over. In a few days, there will a government of Shiv Sena-NCP-Congress in Maharashtra."
Rafa Nadal guides Spain to emotional Davis Cup title
Rafael Nadal capped a remarkable season, guiding Spain to a sixth Davis Cup title as he beat Denis Shapovalov to seal victory over Canada in Madrid's Caja Magica.
Aston Martin DBX SUV bookings open in India
Aston Martin revealed its first SUV ever - the DBX to the world. While the company had said that it will launch the car across the world, the fate of India receiving any cars hung in the balance.
International Emmy Awards 2019: Radhika Apte, Sacred Games Dazzle On The Red Carpet
Radhika Apte, nominated for Best Actress for her role in Lust Stories (the award went to actress Marina Gera for Eternal Winter) at the International Emmy Awards in New York, made a fabulous appearance on the red carpet.
Do Indians rely on online info when they are in stores?
Urban offline shoppers are using the internet in varied ways for all their product purchases, including researching online when they are at an offline store influencing their final purchase decision, a new study by Google said.
Hong Kong leader refuses to give ground despite poll setback
Hong Kong's embattled leader Carrie Lam refused to offer any concessions to anti-government protesters despite a local election trouncing, saying Tuesday that she will instead accelerate dialogue and identify ways to address societal grievances.
Thieves cut power supply, steal jewels worth billions in world's biggest theft
In a mind-boggling heist which is also being hailed as the world's biggest-ever theft in postwar history, thieves broke into Green Vault and stole priceless jewels. The burglars robbed three of the ten diamond jewellery sets from Europe's treasure collection.
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To tackle pollution, smog tower to come up in Delhi
A 'smog tower' is being planned as an experiment that would create a "clean air zone" around it with an estimated 50% reduction in particulate matter. The Supreme Court directed the Centre and the Delhi government to install 'smog towers' across the capital to deal with air pollution.
Taylor Swift puts feud to one side as she beats Michael Jackson's record
Going into the American Music Awards, Taylor Swift became embroiled in a feud with her former record label over whether she had the right to play her old hits. In the end, she did get to perform songs like Blank Space and Love Story, while making a subtle nod to the spat.
Alibaba shares jump in blockbuster Hong Kong debut
Shares in Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba have surged in its Hong Kong trading debut in one of the year's most anticipated stock offerings. The firm, which is already traded in the US, raised around $11.3bn (£8.8bn) in its secondary listing.
Trump impeachment: White House aides can be made to testify
A federal judge has ruled that White House staff can be made to testify before Congress, rejecting the Trump administration's claims of immunity. The ruling specifically compels former White House counsel Don McGahn to testify in the inquiry into Russian interference in the 2016 US election.
India finishes 400 social infra projects in Afghanistan, US praises effort
Developing strategic partnership with India is a critical element of President Donald Trump's South Asia strategy, a senior administration official said Thursday noting that there were encouraging results of the move.
Novak Djokovic hurt as Davis Cup exit ends hopes of Rafael Nadal clash
Novak Djokovic was left "really badly" hurt after he missed out on a possible meeting with Rafael Nadal's Spain after Serbia slipped to a 2-1 Davis Cup quarter-final defeat in Madrid. Novak Djokovic was left devastated as Serbia were knocked out of the Davis Cup by Russia.
Petition seeking Imran Khan's disqualification filed in Lahore High Court
Apetition has been filed in a Pakistani court seeking disqualification of Prime Minister Imran Khan for his "anti-judiciary" remarks on the departure of his political rival and former premier Nawaz Sharif to London for treatment.
A 5.2-magnitude earthquake rocks South China: 1 killed, 4 injured
One person was killed, four others were injured and some houses were damaged when an earthquake measuring 5.2 hit Jingxi City in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. The quake epicentre was 10 km deep, said the China Earthquake Networks Center
From Lizzo to Lil Nas, new kids on the block rule Grammys
Genre-mashing, bold and chart-topping new artists have caught the attention of the Recording Academy, as Lizzo, Billie Eilish and Lil Nas X lead in nominations at the 2020 Grammy Awards.
After Jet Airways' demise, Lufthansa plans to strengthen partnerships with Indian airlines
With Jet Airways shutting down in April, the Lufthansa airline group is planning to "strengthen" its partnership with Indian airlines like Vistara and Air India in 2020. The airline does not plan to start any other flight service in 2020, George Ettiyil, Senior Director, South Asia, Lufthansa Group, said.
Boris Johnson's get Brexit done manifesto seeks stronger ties with India
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Sunday launched the Conservative Party manifesto for the December 12 general election with a central pledge to "get Brexit done" and make the UK "Corbyn-neutral by Christmas", as well as forge closer ties with India.
Sheffield United score dramatic equaliser in thriller vs Manchester United
Manchester United conceded a 90th-minute equalizer after rallying from a two-goal deficit to draw 3-3 with Sheffield United in a wild Premier League match. Oli McBurnie's goal required a review by VAR for a possible handball but it was awarded to loud roars by the home fans.
Kim orders N. Korea artillery firing, drawing Seoul rebuke
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un ordered his troops to practice firing artillery near a disputed sea boundary with rival South Korea, Pyongyang's state media reported Monday, drawing a quick rebuke from Seoul.
A startup that is making music education mainstream
Tanuja Gomes and Dharini Upadhyaya were at the top of their game as banking professionals. But the two colleagues/friends often wondered if their work would lead to a legacy or touch people's lives. The conversations also centred on their desire to become entrepreneurs.
Swiggy looks beyond food delivery to reduce cash burn
Swiggy has recently forayed into grocery delivery, concierge services and cloud kitchens, among others. Bengaluru-based foodtech giant is now reportedly planning to generate 30% of its overall revenue from beyond its food delivery service in coming years.
Amazon sues Pentagon over $10 Billion contract awarded to Microsoft
For the first time, Amazon directly linked comments by the president to the award of the Joint Enterprise Defense Infrastructure contract, also known as JEDI, to Microsoft last month. Amazon's formal challenge to massive Pentagon award uses videos that mark potential influence exerted by Trump.
A Boeing 777 engine catches fire after takeoff from Los Angeles
A Philippine Airlines flight was forced to make an emergency landing after one of the engines on the Boeing 777 caught fire shortly after takeoff from Los Angeles International Airport.
European Space Agency wants to put astronauts in hibernation for deep space travel
The European Space Agency (ESA) is exploring the possibilities of human hibernation to solve the problem of sending humans into deep space.
Amazon and OnePlus celebrate 5th anniversary with massive discounts
Amazon India and OnePlus have announced their 5th anniversary celebration offers, which brings discounts to popular OnePlus phones. The OnePlus 7T and OnePlus 7 Pro are both listed at a discounted priced on Amazon India as part of the 5th Anniversary Celebration.
Taapsee Pannu spills the beans on her fitness game as a Bollywood actress
It's a good time to be Taapsee Pannu. Her latest Bollywood release Saand Ki Aankh is still going strong in theatres since its Diwali release. Taapsee Pannu: "Fitness Isn't Only About Looking Good, But Feeling Good Too"
Two Boys, killed in shooting in a school parking lot in California
Two boys were found shot to death in the parking lot of a San Francisco Bay area elementary school early Saturday. The discovery came after multiple residents called 911 just before 1:30 a.m. Saturday to report hearing gunshots coming from Searles Elementary School, whose small campus is tucked in a residential neighborhood.
OnePlus' customers personal information may be exposed
OnePlus' online store has been hit by hackers where an "unauthorised party" accessed some customers' personal information. The company informed its users that payment information, passwords and accounts are safe but the name, contact number, email, and shipping address in certain orders may have been exposed.
Sharad Pawar pays tributes to Maharashtra's first Chief Minister
Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar visited Karad in Maharashtra on Monday to pay tributes to the state's first chief minister Yashwantrao Chavan on his death anniversary. Pawar arrived at 'Pritisangam', Mr Chavan's memorial at Karad in neighbouring Satara district.
Vaping is booming in China. That worries the government
Models in tight dresses and high heels lounged in a yellow inflatable pool filled with plush toys and vaping equipment. Enthusiastic vapers lined up for free pens and pods, as clouds of mango, mint and rose mingled with the electronic dance music in the air.
Congo plane crashes in Goma with 17 people on board
A plane carrying at least 17 passengers crashed Sunday on takeoff in Congo's eastern city of Goma, killing those on board, officials said, and possibly people on the ground. The aircraft crashed into residential homes near Goma's airport in the North Kivu province.
Secret papers reveal workings of China's Xinjiang detention camps
The inner workings of a network of centres where at least one million mostly Muslim ethnic Uighurs are thought to be detained have been revealed in a cache of secret documents that show how China's government selects people for detention and how they are then controlled once inside.
Rio de Janeiro football victory parade end in clashes with police
Clashes broke out in the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro as police battled football fans who had been celebrating their team's victory in South America's biggest regional tournament.
How can an algorithm-based software prevent road accidents in India?
Besides being a root cause behind numerous accidents, poor condition of roads has always been a problem for daily commuters in India. However, a US-based tech giant is planning to change the scenario with a software aimed to alert drivers about road conditions well in advance.
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Is OYO Planning To Expand Its Coffee Biz With CCD Acquisition?
OYO and Apax have signed nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) with CCD's registered firm, Coffee Day Enterprises Limited (CDEL) and are in talks to buy a stake in the group's coffee business.
Frozen 2 rakes in $127m at its US box office debut
Frozen 2 raked in $127 million (£98.9 million) in its opening weekend in the US, beating forecasts and the box office debut of the original Frozen. The sequel of the hit Disney classic also set a November record for an opening of an animated film.
Russia bans sale of gadgets without Russian-made software
Russia has passed a law banning the sale of certain devices that are not pre-installed with Russian software. The law will come into force in July 2020 and cover smartphones, computers and smart televisions.
Tesla's futuristic Cybertruck is here!
Tesla CEO Elon Musk just unveiled the company's first electric pickup truck, also known as Cybertruck, at an event in Los Angeles, California. The truck will come in three versions with 250 miles, 300 miles, and 500 miles of range.
Coal: Is this the beginning of the end?
The fuel that powered the industrial revolution may be in decline at last. This year looks set to see the largest fall in electricity production from coal on record. The reduction is estimated to be more than the power generated from coal in Germany, Spain and the UK combined.
Michael Bloomberg joins 2020 US presidential race
Billionaire former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg has officially announced he is standing to be the Democratic Party presidential nominee. In a statement, the 77-year-old said he was standing "to defeat Donald Trump and rebuild America".
Data leak reveals how China 'brainwashes' Uighurs in prison camps
Leaked documents detail for the first time China's systematic brainwashing of hundreds of thousands of Muslims in a network of high-security prison camps. The Chinese government has consistently claimed the camps in the far western Xinjiang region offer voluntary education and training.
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Woman caught shoplifting 8 pairs of jeans
In a bizarre case of shoplifting, a woman was allegedly caught trying to steal eight pairs of jeans from a cloth store by wearing all of them at once. She was caught by the security when she was trying to exit the store.
Neha Dhupia says post pregnancy was difficult as she was sidelined by Bollywood
Actor and talk show host Neha Dhupia has said that she was sidelined by the industry after giving birth, despite delivering an award-winning performance in her last film. She also said that she was body-shamed after becoming a mother.
Alibaba eyes $12.9 billion Hong Kong IPO after setting price
Chinese online retail titan Alibaba could raise almost $13 billion in Hong Kong's biggest IPO for nearly a decade after pricing its shares for the mega sale. Alibaba will sell 500 million shares to investors at HK$176.
Analysing brain pattern can detect Alzheimer's early
For a person with Alzheimer's disease, there's no turning back the clock. By the time a person begins to experience memory loss and other worrisome signs, cognitive decline has already set in. Decades of clinical trials have failed to produce treatments that can help people regain their memory.
Are there photos that show evidence of life on Mars?
As scientists scramble to determine whether there is life on Mars, a researcher from Ohio University in US believes that there is evidence of insect-like creatures on the red planet.
Put on a happy face, Joaquin Phoenix starrer 'Joker' sequel is happening
Joaquin Phoenix revealed that he and Phillips used to discuss a lot about the possibility of a sequel on the sets of "Joker". Now, according to a report, a project is now in final-stage discussion, with the publication asserting that Phillips and Phoenix are "likely to reteam".
Twitter Experimenting with Feature That Allows Users to Schedule Tweets
Twitter is introducing a new feature that will allow users of the microblogging site to schedule tweets on the web. Twitter has still not clarified as to when the feature for scheduled tweets might go live for Twitter on iPhone, iPad or Mac.
Britain's Prince Andrew Steps Down From Royal Duties After Epstein Furore
After a disastrous interview about his relationship with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, Prince Andrew announced Wednesday that he is quitting his public duties "for the foreseeable future."
Sydney smoke: Australia fires send haze over Sydney and Adelaide
Smoke from Australia's bushfire crisis has blanketed the major cities of Sydney and Adelaide. In Sydney, locals woke on Thursday to smoke that appeared worse than a fire-driven haze that was seen.
Coldplay to pause touring until concerts are 'environmentally beneficial'
Coldplay have put plans to tour their new album on hold, due to concerns over the environmental impact of concerts. "We're not touring this album," frontman Chris Martin said.
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US Bill supporting Hong Kong rights heads to Trump's desk
A bill compelling the United States to support pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong could arrive on President Donald Trump's desk as soon as Thursday morning, potentially complicating the administration's talks with China to end the trade war.
This will be the fastest Mini Cooper on the road
Mini Cooper unveiled its fastest street legal model yet at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The Mini Cooper John Cooper Works GP has a 301-horsepower engine that offers a top speed of 165 miles an hour. This small but mighty car has just two seats inside and a big wing hanging off the back.
SpaceX Starship prototype blows its top
SpaceX's Starship rocket prototype experienced a major failure during pressurisation testing on Wednesday. A video from the scene in Texas showed the top part of the vehicle rupture.
Nick Jonas gets a Grammy Nomination and Priyanka Chopra is a proud wife
The nominations for Grammy 2020 have been announced and Jonas Brothers' 'Sucker' has been nominated in the Best Pop Duo/Group Performance category. Priyanka Chopra Jonas could not control her excitement and took to Instagram to congratulate the Jonas Brothers, that includes her husband Nick Jonas.
Chaayos wants your facial Data with your next cup of chai
A company has deployed facial recognition as an integral part of the order process at its stores. It is going to happen to everyone at every Chaayos store they visit across the country which now collects the facial data of the person placing an order.
Chinese bike maker CFMoto enters Indian market space
CFMoto, the Chinese motorcycle manufacturer, is the latest to enter the lucrative 21.18 million Indian motorcycles market by opening its first showroom in India at Thane, near Mumbai on Wednesday and it introduced four motorcycle models to lure buyers.
Angelina Jolie follows Beyonce and recreates Deepika Padukone's iconic look
A global icon in a true sense, actress Deepika Padukone does it all over again after Beyonce took inspiration from her Cannes 2018 look now Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie gets inspired by Deepika Padukone's this year's look from Cannes.
As Israel moves towards 3rd election, Netanyahu's rival Gantz fails to form new govt
Benjamin Netanyahu's chief rival announced Wednesday that he had failed to form a new government, dashing his hopes of toppling the long-time Israeli prime minister and pushing the country closer toward an unprecedented third election in less than a year.
Canadian PM Trudeau includes 4 Indian-origin ministers in new cabinet
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Wednesday announced members of Cabinet, following swearing-in ceremony, which included four Indian-origin ministers. Four Indian-origin MPs Navdeep Singh Bains, Harjit Singh Sajjan, Bardish Chaggar and Anita Anand have been included in the new cabinet.
Decision on Maharashtra govt formation likely tomorrow
Senior Congress leaders met at party's interim chief Sonia Gandhi's residence on Thursday over the issue of government formation in Maharashtra after a series of talks with the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and Shiv Sena.
Does India plan on tapping the tech opportunity created by US-China trade war
The trade war between China and the US is providing an opportunity for other countries to capitalise on various industries. The Indian government has laid out plans to offer incentives to 324 companies including Tesla GSK.
Protesters stay holed up on Hong Kong campus, surrounded by riot police
Fewer than 100 protesters remained holed up in a Hong Kong university on Thursday as riot police encircled the campus, with some activists desperately searching for ways to escape while others hid.
India to offload Bharat Petroleum in state stake sell-off
India has agreed to sell stakes in five state-run companies, including oil refiner Bharat Petroleum Corp (BPCL), finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Wednesday, a move that could help bridge a widening fiscal gap.
Climate change: China coal surge threatens Paris targets
While the rest of the world has cut coal-based electricity over the past 18 months, China has added enough to power 31 million homes. That's according to a study that says China is now in the process of building or reviving coal equivalent to the EU's entire generating capacity.
Cash rains down from Kolkata building
Bundles of currency notes were thrown out of an office from the sixth floor of a building in Kolkata's central business district in the midst of an income tax raid. In a video that went viral on social media, bystanders are seen reaching out for the Rs 2,000, Rs 500 and Rs 100 notes that are being pushed out of a window with the help of a broom.
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Google to restrict political adverts worldwide
Google will no longer allow political campaigns to target advertising at people based on their supposed political leanings. Campaigns will also be unable to match their own database of prospective voters against Google's user base.
Rohingya violence: Aung San Suu Kyi to lead team to fight genocide charges
Myanmar's government announced that its leader, Aung San Suu Kyi, will head a legal team it will send to the International Court of Justice in the Netherlands to contest a case of genocide filed against it by Gambia on behalf of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation.
Billie Eilish, Lizzo and Ariana Grande lead nominations at Grammys 2020
Two years after the head of the Grammys said women need to "step up" if they wanted to be recognised, female artists are dominating the 2020 nominations. Five of the eight album of the year nominees are women, Ariana Grande and Lana Del Rey among the front-runners.
Roger Federer is not done with Tennis yet!
Roger Federer first thought about how long his playing career would last in 2009 but a decade later the 38-year-old is still going strong and says he will keeping playing until his body decides otherwise.
Finally, ISRO makes it official — Vikram made a hard-landing
ISRO, had so far avoided any comment on the fate of the Vikram lander. It had maintained that communication with the lander was lost when it was 355 metres above the moon, and efforts were being made to restore contact.
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Deadly air pollution may cut 17 years from a Delhiite's life
Cities like Delhi which get enveloped in "emergency" levels of smog every year may face the threat of lower life expectancy. In fact, air pollution, mainly the concentration of the most dangerous pollutant known as PM2.5, may cut short the life expectancy of Delhiites by 17 years.
Impeachment inquiry: Did Trump direct Ukraine pressure?
A top US diplomat has told an impeachment inquiry that he followed President Donald Trump's orders to put pressure on Ukraine to investigate his Democratic rival Joe Biden. Ambassador Gordon Sondland said the instruction came from Mr Trump's personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani.
Disney+ Accounts Hacked and Sold in Their Thousands, Locking Out Owners
For sale: Disney+ account, barely used. Within hours of the streaming service's bumpy rollout last week, hackers commandeered user accounts: locking out owners, changing login credentials and, in many cases, selling them for as little as $3 (roughly Rs. 215) apiece.
Sony AI unit launches to push R&D in gaming, cameras and food
Sony is increasingly focused on developing AI technology to push its products. They are focusing on gaming, imaging & sensing, and gastronomy. As for that last one, a concept video Sony released last year proposed the idea of "robot gastronomomy" that relied on autonomous tech to cook food at home.
Hong Kong students' sewer escape thwarted as rows with UK, U.S. grow
Some anti-government protesters trapped inside a Hong Kong university on Wednesday tried to flee through the sewers, where one student said she saw snakes, but fireman prevented further escape bids by blocking a metal manhole into the system.
Earth's magnetic song recorded for the first time during a solar storm
The song comes from waves that are generated in the Earth's magnetic field by the collision of the storm. The storm itself is the eruption of electrically charged particles from the Sun's atmosphere.
This Android camera app bug allowed hackers to secretly take photos, videos of users
A security vulnerability in the Android system allowed hackers to exploit the phone's camera app even without the user's permission. This Android vulnerability was found on the Google Camera app and Samsung's camera app.
White House attacks witness who heard 'improper' call
The White House attacked its own top Ukraine official as he testified to an impeachment hearing that a phone call made by the president was "improper" and had left him in "shock". The hearings are investigating whether Mr Trump abused his presidential power.
Tesla, others may soon get incentives to set up factories in India
India is planning to offer 324 companies including Tesla Inc. and GlaxoSmithKline Plc incentives to set up factories in the South Asian nation in a bid to capitalize from the trade war between China and the US.
Robert Downey Jr to voice Iron Man in What If…?, teases Jeff Goldblum
Jeff Goldblum, who played The Grandmaster in Thor: Ragnarok, said an episode of Marvel series What If...? will feature his character, Taika Waititi's Korg and Iron Man, which Robert Downey Jr will be voicing.
India's Swiggy bets big on cloud kitchens
Can cloud kitchens take off in India? Swiggy, one of the country's largest food delivery startups, is betting on it. The Prosus Ventures-backed startup said on Wednesday it has established 1,000 cloud kitchens for its restaurant partners in the country — more than any of its local rivals.
Bengaluru's new bus priority lanes: A partial success, but violations still seen
The much-anticipated project of the BBMP, the bus priority lanes in Bengaluru, were launched on Friday last week. Aimed at reducing the rush on roads by dedicating the left lane to the buses, the initiative was launched on parts of Outer Ring Road, between Silk Board and KR Puram.
Israeli military says it intercepted 4 rockets fired from Syria
The Israeli Military said it intercepted four incoming rockets from Syria on Tuesday and explosions were heard shortly after that in Damascus, a week after another Israeli strike targeted a top Palestinian militant in the Syrian capital.
Extraterrestrial sugar found in space rocks!
An international team has found sugars essential to life in meteorites -- supporting the hypothesis that chemical reactions in asteroids can make some of life's ingredients. Meteorite bombardment on ancient Earth may have assisted the origin of life with a supply of life's building blocks, NASA said
Amazon Echo Flex plug-in smart speaker launched in India!
Amazon introduced the Echo Flex, a plug-in smart speaker that saves on space by plugging directly into a standard electrical outlet. Available for Rs. 2,999 online, Echo Flex also has a built-in USB Type-A port so you can easily charge your phone or other devices, all while using only one outlet.
'No comments', says Sonia Gandhi on political developments in Maharashtra
Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Wednesday refused to comment on the progress being made in the formation of a new government in Maharashtra.
Mardaani 2: No country can be trademarked safe or unsafe for women
Singling out any country as unsafe for women is unfair, says actor Rani Mukerji while also emphasising that making women aware and "equipped" to deal with their challenges is key to their security. Her latest film Mardaani 2, in which she reprises her role as police officer Shivani Shivaji Roy, focuses on rape crimes by juveniles.
Volkswagen ID. Space Vizzion electric concept showcased
Volkswagen had already teased the Space Vizzion electric concept ahead of the 2019 LA Auto Show and now it's finally revealed it. The Volkswagen ID. Space Vizzion electric concept car is manufactured on Volkswagen's modular electric drive matrix (MEB), as are all ID. family models.
Unlikely "Bromance" with Tim Cook as Trump set to visit Apple plant
US President Donald Trump's visit to Apple's Texas manufacturing plant represents a truce in the White House war on Silicon Valley. The visit will give the US leader a chance to hail American manufacturing and step back, at least temporarily, from his tirade against big technology firms.
Kane Williamson pleased with controversial boundary countback rule gone
New Zealand captain Kane Williamson says he was pleased to see the back of the controversial boundary countback rule, which gave England victory over his side in the World Cup final earlier this year.
Brazil's Amazon deforestation highest since 2008
Deforestation of Brazil's Amazon rainforest increased by 29.5% in 12 months, the highest rate since 2008, the country's space agency reports. The rainforest lost 9,762 sq km (3,769 sq miles) of its vegetation between August 2018 and July 2019.
150 Indians deported from US over visa violations land at Delhi airport
Around 150 Indians deported from the US, for either violating their visa norms or illegally entering America, landed at the Delhi airport. The special aircraft carrying them landed at the T3 terminal of the Delhi airport at 6am, the official said. The aircraft reached India via Bangladesh.
Was Taylor Swift really banned from playing her hits?
The star was distressed and upset. She wanted to play a medley of her hits at Sunday's American Music Awards but her old record label had forbidden it. Or so she claimed. The label hit back with a statement of its own, saying it hadn't tried to stop the show and that Swift's narrative "does not exist".
Sri Lankan PM Ranil Wickremesinghe to resign today
Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe will tender his resignation from office on Wednesday, paving the way for newly-elected President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to appoint a new Cabinet.
WeWork braces for mass layoffs this week
One month after WeWork's former CEO, Adam Neumann, received a massive payout despite all but running the company into the ground, more than 12,000 global staffers are bracing for mass layoffs this week.
Australia fires: 'Catastrophic' alert issued to South Australia
Heat and winds are threatening to widen Australia's bushfire crisis, with two states warned to expect their worst conditions of the season so far. Soaring temperatures in South Australia prompted "catastrophic" alerts - the highest danger rating.
Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan tease blockbuster alliance for Tamil Nadu
South mega stars Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan have indicated their willingness to work together politically, triggering speculation that they could turn the Tamil Nadu assembly elections of 2021 into a blockbuster of sorts.
Does Amazon use aggregated seller data to help business?
Amazon uses "aggregated data" from sellers in its third-party marketplace to improve its overall business, the online retailer said in response to a congressional antitrust probe that could raise concerns with such sellers.
Best destinations for 2020, according to National Geographic
Where will you be expanding your horizons in 2020? If you take National Geographic's advice, you'll be seal-watching in Quebec, hiking in Hungary or braving the world's tallest bridge in Guizhou, China.
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Heliogen, a clean energy company that emerged from stealth mode, said it has discovered a way to use artificial intelligence and a field of mirrors to reflect so much sunlight that it generates extreme heat above 1,000 degrees Celsius.
Ford's electric horse: US carmaker bets big on new Mustang
The Mustang Mach E electric sport utility vehicle Ford Motor Co unveiled in Los Angeles is more than another car for the storied United States automaker. Its new SUV marks a big shift in how Ford builds cars as it struggles with product quality issues, job losses.
Emirates boss thanks Greta Thunberg
It took Sir Tim Clark a long time to face up to the climate crisis. The President of Emirates, the biggest long-haul airline in the world, was no climate change denier. But he was pretty sceptical about some of the claims.
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Iran protests: UN fears dozens of people have been killed
Dozens of people may have been killed in Iran since Friday during protests against a sharp rise in petrol prices, the UN human rights office says. A spokesman urged security personnel not to use excessive force, including firing live ammunition, and called for access to the internet to be restored.
Johnson and Corbyn clash over Brexit
Boris Johnson and Jeremy Corbyn have clashed over Brexit in the first TV election debate of the campaign. Mr Johnson promised to "end this national misery" and said Labour offered "only division and deadlock".
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Dubai Air Show: The man putting a jolt into electric air racing
In the conference halls and on the sidelines of this week's Dubai Air Show there's a lot of talk about the future of flight. But one of the most significant developments could be easily missed among the giant airliners and supersonic fighters on display.
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Australia fires: Sydney blanketed by smoke from NSW bushfires
People in Sydney woke up to a city shrouded in smoke on Tuesday, as scores of bushfires rage across the region. Strong winds overnight brought smoke from fires inland, pushing the air quality in Australia's largest city to beyond "hazardous" levels at times.
Spotify thinks its algorithm can find your next favorite podcast
Spotify is taking its first step toward personalizing podcast recommendations with the official launch of its Your Daily Podcast playlist, which will offer listeners an automated list of podcasts they may want to check out every day.
Leonardo DiCaprio shares 'Killer' statistics of Delhi pollution
Leonardo DiCaprio is well known for his work as an activist apart from his career as an actor. He has often pointed out about environmental problems around the world. The actor has raised his voice again addressing the air pollution in Delhi while also extending his support to protestors in the capital cities.
Sara Ali Khan Faces Social Media Reaction for Her Views on Colourism
Sara Ali Khan has been surrounded by the best side of life. From good looks to an IVY league degree, Sara Ali Khan has it all. She also became famous for her candid nature and being her true self on the internet.
YouTube bets on gaming channels with a million subscribers in India
YouTube has 24 gaming channels with more than a million subscribers in India— from almost none two years ago. The country is also its thrid largest gaming market in the Asia-Pacific region.
Arpita Khan and Aayush Sharma: Bollywood celebrities attend their fifth wedding anniversary bash
Arpita Khan and Aayush Sharma got married in a fairytale wedding ceremony on November 18th, 2014 at Taj Falaknuma Palace Hyderabad. Since Arpita Khan was dear to all, many Bollywood celebrities made sure they attended the wedding.
WhatsApp confirms no users were impacted by new vulnerability
The India Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a vulnerability note for WhatsApp users. Apparently, attackers can compromise your smartphone by sending a malicious MP4 file via the world's most popular instant messaging service.
Roger Federer and Djokovic pick Rafael Nadal unanimously for surprising ATP Tour tag
Rafael Nadal has been called out by both Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer for being the most likely to spend the most time on front of a mirror out of the players competing in the ATP Finals.
Facebook, Instagram and Messenger users in select regions report outage
Users from different parts of the world took to Twitter on Tuesday to report problems using Facebook, Instagram and Messenger, including several parts in the US and the UK.
Myntra to focus on luxe brands, track your fitness
Myntra to focus on luxe brands, track your fitness In future, fashion e-tailer Myntra will not only be able to track your fitness level and recommend products based on it, it will also be able to deliver them the same day.
Taliban commanders 'land in Qatar' as part of prisoner swap move
Three Taliban commanders have been released by the Afghan government as part of a prisoner swap involving two Western hostages. In exchange, two university professors identified as US citizen Kevin King and Australian Timothy Weeks were reportedly released later on Tuesday.
Kriti Kharbanda admits she's dating Pulkit Samrat, says she wanted her parents to know first
Actor Kriti Kharbanda has confirmed that she is dating her Pagalpanti co-star Pulkit Samrat. After earlier playing it coy in response to rumours, the actor said that she had wanted to break the news to her parents before announcing it to the world.
Family forced to leave 12-year-old girl after Kerala cops stop her from trekking to Sabarimala
As the Sabarimala temple opened for the annual two-month pilgrimage amid heavy security, the police Tuesday stopped a 12-year-old girl from trekking to the hill shrine. The age of the girl, with "irrumudikettu" (offerings to Lord Ayyappa) had been shown as 10 in the virutal Q booking.
India's cheap data is about to get more expensive
Indian consumers, who enjoy the cheapest mobile data rates in the world, will now have to pay more, as two telecoms companies announced that they would increase tariffs. This comes after the two - Vodafone Idea and Airtel - declared second quarter losses of $10bn (£7.7bn).
Trump's weekend hospital visit draws a sceptical reaction
A lack of notice. Past failures to level with the American people. A tough week for the White House as public impeachment hearings got under way. Donald Trump's unscheduled weekend visit to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center raises suspicions about his health.
From being trolled for her make up to refusing a selfie, 7 times Ranu Mondal made headlines
Viral singing sensation Ranu Mondal's rags to riches story was one of the most inspiring ones that took shape in recent times. With a captivating voice, she became an overnight star and gained immense popularity and millions of YouTube hits.
Three killed in shooting at Walmart in Oklahoma
Three people were killed in a shooting at Walmart in Duncan Oklahoma on Monday, according to US media reports. The shooter is believed to be among those dead. The police said they received a call at 10 a.m about gun shots being fired at the Walmart.
World Cup Qualifier: After stumbling against minnows, India take on mighty Oman
Oman are pushing Qatar in the race for the top spot in Group E, winning three out of the four matches. India, on the other hand, are yet to win even one match (3 draws and 1 defeat).
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Happy Birthday Sushmita Sen: 7 times the Miss Universe 1994 took away the cake on social media
19th November 1975 - a star was born! Bringing home the Miss Universe Crown at the age of 18, Sushmita Sen is the first Indian woman to have won the title.
Isro is ready to launch 13 nanosatellites from the US
India will launch its cartography satellite Cartosat-3 and 13 commercial nanosatellites into sun synchronous orbit on November 25, the Indian space agency said. According ISRO, its rocket Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle-XL variant (PSLV-XL) will put into orbit Cartosat-3 and 13 commercial nanosatellites from the US on November 25.
Flipkart announces new project to collect plastic packaging from customers
In a bid to build awareness of proper disposal of plastic, Flipkart has announced a new pilot project to collect plastic packaging back from consumers at select hubs across Mumbai, Bengaluru, Dehradun, Delhi, Kolkata, Pune, and Ahmedabad.
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Fear, distrust among citizens root cause of current economic slowdown: Manmohan Singh
Former Prime Minister of India Dr. Manmohan Singh, has noted that the current state of the Indian economy is deeply concerning. The functioning of any economy is dependent on the exchanges and social interactions between its people and institutions, which is based on mutual trust and self-confidence.
Why Google Stadia is a 'leap forward' for gaming, according to its boss
The tech giant is launching gaming service Stadia on Tuesday, which allows gamers to jump into the latest titles with little more than a decent broadband connection and a Google Chrome browser. But Google doesn't think Stadia is that big of a leap forward.
Royal Enfield launches 'Make Your Own' customisation program in India
Royal Enfield has launched a one-of-its-kind personalisation program called 'Make Your Own', which allows customers to customise their motorcycles right when they book the unit at the dealership.
Delhi's dirty air carries intangible costs for a slowing economy
Flight disruptions, fewer tourists, lost work hours and missed school days have come to portray India's struggles with toxic air quality in its capital city, and the intangible costs may be adding up for an economy grappling with a sharp slowdown.
Rani Mukerji believes that self doubt is a part of moving ahead in life
She has been around in Bollywood for over two decades and has been touted as one of India's finest actresses. Yet, Rani Mukerji admits harbouring doubts, because she believes if there is no self-doubt one cannot move ahead in life.
Tata Steel to cut 3,000 jobs in 'severe' market
Tata Steel plans to cut as many as 3,000 jobs across its European business in another bid to come to terms with a "severe" international steel market. The company wants to focus on higher-value products, it said, adding there would be no plant closures.
Chandrayaan-3: ISRO to plan another Soft Landing in November 2020
After an unsuccessful bid two months ago, India may attempt another soft landing on the Moon by next year-end, probably in November, sources in ISRO said.
Bajaj Chetak e-scooter to be built by all-female workforce
The Bajaj Chetak electric scooter was unveiled last month amidst much attention and the upcoming model recently concluded the Chetak electric yatra across 10 cities and 3500 km across India, in a bid to show its resilience and reliability as an electric vehicle.
Kareena Kapoor Khan Keeps it Easy and Breezy at the Trailer Launch of Good Newwz
Kareena Kapoor Khan arrived at the trailer launch of her upcoming film Good Newwz in an easy and breezy in a light shade of lemon yellow.
Disney Plus gets 10 million sign ups on Day 1
Walt Disney's new streaming television service Disney+ got off to a roaring start by signing up 10 million subscribers on its first day. Disney said in a statement it has seen "extraordinary consumer demand" and "has already reached a major milestone, achieving a remarkable 10 million sign-ups since launching."
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PM Modi pays tributes to Indira Gandhi on her birth anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid tributes to Indira Gandhi on her 102nd birth anniversary. Gandhi was the prime minister between 1966 and 1977 and later between 1980 and 1984. She was born on this day in 1917 in Allahabad.
North Korea snubs Trump: Not interested in talks "That Bring Nothing"
President Donald Trump's transactional approach to foreign policy assumes that everything has a price. The problem for him in his nuclear gamble with North Korea is that Kim Jong Un may not be buying.
Beijing denounces New York Times'
The Chinese government has reacted furiously to the publication of more than 400 pages of sensitive Communist Party documents by the New York Times, which linked President Xi Jinping to the country's mass detention centers in the far western region of Xinjiang.
Anil Kapoor Recalls the Moment that Made Him Realise There was No Looking Back in His Acting Career
Anil Kapoor disclosed that he headed to the Sai Baba Mandir in Shirdi after the release if his first two films. On his way out, he came across hundreds of fans waiting for him and was in awe!
Like her parents, Blue Ivy is now an award-winning songwriter
This week could get even better for Blue Ivy Carter: Grammy nominations will be revealed and "Brown Skin Girl" could earn the young star her first Grammy nomination.
Messi comes to Argentina's rescue against Uruguay
Lionel Messi scored an injury-time penalty as Argentina rescued a draw in their friendly with South American rivals Uruguay in Tel Aviv. Messi's Barcelona team-mate Luis Suarez had given Uruguay a second-half lead from a free-kick before Martin Caceres handled in the area.
Avalanche kills six on Siachen glacier in Kashmir
Four soldiers and two porters have died after an avalanche struck on the Siachen glacier in Indian-administered Kashmir, an army official has said. The eight-man patrol was close to 19,000 feet (5,800 metres) up in the Himalayas when the avalanche hit.
Shilpa Shetty Kundra misses the old-school 90s love: There is too much pressure on relationships now
Shilpa Shetty Kundra feels that the social media world has made everything too complicated today. She believes there is no charm in relationships now and there is no "playing hard to get"
Hong Kong Polytechnic University: Some protesters still inside as standoff continues
About 100 protesters remain barricaded inside a Hong Kong university campus surrounded by police, as the standoff enters a third day. Hundreds of protesters left Polytechnic University (PolyU) earlier, accompanied by mediators police had allowed in.
Nepal's PM claims Kalapani area, tells India to 'withdraw'
With protests mounting, Nepal Prime Minister K P Oli said on Sunday that the Kalapani area at the tri-junction of Nepal, India and Tibet belonged to Nepal, and "India should immediately withdraw its army from there".
Suhana Khan's acting debut The Grey Part of Blue is out, fans say she has 'magnetic screen presence'
Suhana Khan features in the 10-minute short film that is about a young couple taking a road trip while dealing with their relationship issues.
Four dead after gunman opens fire at California backyard party
At least four people were killed and six injured after a gunman opened fire at a football game party in the California city of Fresno. A gunman started shooting after entering the backyard of a south Fresno home where a gathering of family and friends was watching a football game after 6 p.m.
Joker becomes first R-rated film to make $1bn at global box office
Comic book film Joker passed the $1bn (£772m) mark in global ticket sales this weekend, becoming the first R-rated movie to do so. A US R rating requires everyone under the age of 17 watching the film in a cinema to be accompanied by an adult.
Trump tweets at North Korea's Kim, tells him to 'Get the Deal Done'
U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday told North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to "act quickly" to reach a deal with the United States, in a tweet weighing in on North Korea's criticism of his political rival former Vice President Joe Biden.
Arctic Ocean may be ice-free for part of year by 2044, finds study
Scientists have been attempting to predict the future of Arctic sea ice for several decades. Human-caused climate change is on track to make the Arctic Ocean functionally ice-free for part of each year starting sometime between 2044 and 2067, according to a study.
Boney Kapoor offers condolences to Manish Malhotra at his father's funeral
Sridevi's husband Boney Kapoor was spotted in a white kurta pajama at the funeral. Manish Malhotra was spotted wearing a purple kurta with white pajama. Boney Kapoor was snapped by the paparazzi hugging and consoling Manish Malhotra.
Vivo Y19 has launched in India: Here are all the details!
Vivo Y19 has been launched in India. The Vivo phone, which was originally launched in Thailand earlier this month, is initially on sale through offline retailers in the country. The smartphone carries a waterdrop-style display notch and a triple rear camera setup.
Ford Mustang's electric is ready to take on Tesla!
It is for the first time in 55 years that Ford is expanding the Mustang family, and welcoming it to the age of electric cars. The all new, all-electric Mustang Mach-E has finally been unveiled and it comes inspired by one of the best-selling sports coupe in the world.
Venice floods threaten priceless art and history, submerge 70% of City
As historic floods inundated Venice more than half a century ago, one reader in Scotland wrote to the Guardian newspaper in London to express worry about the fate of the "astonishing, but soon-to-vanish" Italian city.
Kalki Koechlin says 'won't rush into marriage just because I am pregnant
Kalki Koechlin talks about her pregnancy - she is expecting in January - and why she may marry for the sake of documentation of her unborn child but not because of societal pressure.
Gotabaya wins, his camp reaches out: 'India closest friend'
As a symbolic first step, the President-elect chose Anuradhapura, the World Heritage City and ancient capital known for its traditional links to India, for his swearing-in ceremony Monday — instead of the traditional Independence Square in Colombo.
Is TikTok's popularity In India being threatened?
After storming the market with short video app TikTok and vernacular social media platform Helo, ByteDance has decided to test the music streaming waters, with the service reportedly set to launch next month.
Telegram sees major growth in India, but is it really secure?
Telegram has more than 200 Mn users globally as per the company's last announcement and is fast gaining a foothold in India. There has been a 65% growth in user count this year in India with monthly active users (on Android) at 2.9 Cr in September.
Google Maps translate feature will speak local place-names
Traveling the world but don't speak the local language? Google Maps should be a bit more useful soon, thanks to some new integration with Google Translate. Typically if you're in a foreign-language country, Google Maps will show the English place-name followed by the name in the local language below it.
Poor diets damaging children's health worldwide, warns UNICEF
An alarmingly high number of children are suffering the consequences of poor diets and a food system that is failing them, the UNICEF warned in a new report on children, food and nutrition.
Bhumi Pednekar Says Her Lucky Charm in Bollywood is None Other Than Ayushmann Khurrana
Bhumi Pednekar and Ayushmann Khurrana's on-screen pairing has undeniably become a sight for sore eyes. Their crackling chemistry has garnered attraction worldwide and yet again with Bala.
Etihad launches more fuel-efficient Boeing 787 Dreamliner
Abu Dhabi's flagship carrier Etihad Airways announced on Monday it is launching one of the world's most fuel-efficient long-haul airplanes as the company seeks to save costs on fuel and position itself as a more environmentally-conscious choice for travelers.
Ford v Ferrari review: A big-budget, big-screen take on racing in the 60s
The film tells the story of a Detroit auto giant taking on the tiny but extremely successful Italian sports car maker at its own game. Ford tried to buy Ferrari, you see, until Enzo Ferrari pulled the plug over concerns that his potential new master could veto his eponymous race team's participation in races like the Indianapolis 500.
Disha Patani flashes her cute smile as she gets papped after dining out with friends
The beautiful and stunning Disha Patani who made her debut with the movie MS Dhoni: The Untold Story, is currently enjoying the best phase of her career.
Cong must lead Oppn in Parliament to expose 'mismanagement' of economy: Chidambaram
Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram on Monday said his party must lead the Opposition in Parliament to expose the "utter mismanagement" of the economy by the Modi government. He also alleged that the government refuses to accept valid criticism.
Russia miffed with India for delaying signing helicopter deal
The head of Russian Helicopters said that India was delaying the signing of a firm agreement for purchasing 200 helicopters despite providing all information. Chief Executive Andrey Boginsky also said it would benefit India if the planned order for over 100 rotorcraft for the Indian Navy could be combined with the 200 India is looking to buy for the Army.
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Air quality improves in Delhi, AQI in 'moderate' category
fter being submerged under thick smog in the last few days, the quality of air in the national capital region has moved from "poor" category to "moderate" category on Monday. However, some areas continue to remain in the "poor" category.
Real life 'Iron Man' Richard Browning sets a new jet-powered suit record
Iron Man's suit was one of the few elements in comic books and movies that you hoped would one day be a reality since it involves no magical powers or alien life forms. In 2017, British inventor Richard Browning built his own jet engine-powered suit that was controlled by his own body.
Can you trust Google with medical data you didn't know they already had?
Google now has access to detailed medical records on tens of millions of Americans, but the company promises it won't mix that medical data with any of the other data Google collects on consumers who use its services.
Malaika Arora ditches her luxurious car and takes an auto ride
Malaika Arora happens to be one of the most popular Bollywood actresses who never fails to impress us with her amazing style sense and sartorial fashion choices.
Moto Razr 2019 is official: A foldable smartphone with no display crease
The Moto Razr is a reboot of one of the most iconic flip phones of all time, updated for 2019. Instead of a tiny screen and a physical keypad on the inside, you get a giant folding OLED display that puts the new Moto Razr in the same category as other futuristic foldables like the Samsung Galaxy Fold and Huawei Mate X.
CERT-In warns WhatsApp users about a new vulnerability
Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In),the national nodal agency for responding to computer security incidents , alerted WhatsApp users about a new vulnerability on the encrypted messaging app,which hackers could exploit through an MP4 file.
Made in India Peugeot electric scooter joins French Presidential fleet
Anand Mahindra, Chairman, Mahindra & Mahindra has shared that a made in India electric two wheeler has joined the French Presidential fleet.
Mardaani 2: Rani Mukherji calls the film an expression of her rage towards crimes such as rape
After having aced the role of a fearless cop in Mardaani, Rani Mukherji is back with its sequel to put up a strong fight against the injustice done to women.
The second coming of a paradise island: How Sri Lanka bounced back from crisis
It has mile after mile of powder sand beaches lapped by clear, warm surf. It has beautiful unspoiled jungles. It has incredible food, UNESCO-rated historical sites and diving resorts, charming railways, hiking, safaris and relaxation.
Ronaldo scores 99th Portugal goal while France, England sign off
Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 99th international goal as reigning champions Portugal secured their place at the Euro 2020 finals on Sunday with a 2-0 victory away to Luxembourg, while France ended their qualifying campaign with victory.
Salman Khan consoles Saiee Manjrekar after a massive crowd leaves her overwhelmed
Dabangg 3 star Saiee Manjrekar joined Salman Khan at a fitness event over the weekend. The sea of crowd left Saiee overwhelmed and Salman tried to calm her down.
Jawa Perak Bobber launches in India
Classic Legends, a subsidiary of Mahindra & Mahindra, has launched the Jawa Perak bobber in India priced at ₹ 1.94 lakh. The all-new Jawa Perak is the country's most affordable Bobber-styled motorcycle and comes to the market exactly a year after it was first showcased at the Jawa brand launch.
Uber Eats focuses on aggressive expansion in India
Uber Eats, the food delivery unit of Uber, said it is focussing aggressively on expanding its presence in India, a market that is expected to become a USD 15 billion opportunity over the next few years.
Flipkart and Amazon clock Rs 31,000Cr in festive sales
India's top two web retailers Flipkart and Amazon clocked combined sales of Rs 31,000 crore ($4.3 billion) during the crucial 15-day festival period in October. The number fell short of analyst expectations of $5 billion in sales.
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NASA probes Oxygen mystery on Mars
The oxygen in Martian air is changing in a way that can't currently be explained by known chemical processes. That's the claim of scientists working on the Curiosity rover mission, who have been taking measurements of the gas.
Apple removes vaping apps from app store
Apple is removing all vaping apps from its online store. It said it had taken the decision because of growing official concerns about the impact vaping can have on health.
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Jacqueline Fernandez is in the Indian Captial and she hopes the issue resolves soon
Delhi witnessed "Severe" category air quality for the past five days, which compelled the government to close all schools in the national capital and its adjoining areas.
Amazon begins appeal over Pentagon cloud contract
Amazon has filed an intention to appeal the US Department of Defense's decision to give a major contract to Microsoft. Amazon had been considered the favourite to win the deal, worth $10bn over the next 10 years.
Terry O'Neill: British photographer to the stars dies aged 81
British photographer Terry O'Neill, whose work captured iconic images of London's Swinging Sixties, has died. O'Neill, 81, had prostate cancer and died at home on Saturday night after a long illness.
Sri Lanka election: Wartime defence chief Rajapaksa wins presidency
Sri Lanka's former wartime defence chief Gotabaya Rajapaksa has won a presidential election that has split the country along ethnic lines. Official results showed Mr Rajapaksa, 70, took 52.25% of the vote. His rival Sajith Premadasa had already conceded.
Saif Ali Khan Denies Clause Refusing Direct Netflix Release of His Film
There is a news report in a section of the press stating that Sushant and Saif Ali Khan have decided to make it contractually obligatory for producers of their films to release the end-products in movie theatres and not on the digital platform.
How did Vodafone lose $7bn in India in just one quarter?
One of India's biggest telecoms firms, Vodafone India, has posted record second quarter losses of 510bn rupees further exacerbating fears about the state of the industry. With more than a billion mobile subscribers, India is one of the world's biggest telecoms markets.
Hong Kong protests: Police surround campus after night of violence
Police are surrounding a Hong Kong university campus after a fiery overnight stand-off with hundreds of protesters inside. Dozens of protesters tried to leave after sunrise but turned back as police fired tear gas and rubber bullets.
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Akshay Kumar to Share Screen Space with Miss India 2017, Manushi Chhillar in Prithviraj
Bollywood star Akshay Kumar is a force to be reckoned with. The actor started his career in 1991 with Shiva and went on to work in some of the biggest hits of Bollywood.
Shahid Kapoor Compares His Upcoming Film Jersey with Ranveer Singh's '83
Shahid Kapoor is currently working on his next film Jersey which revolves around cricket, much like Ranveer Singh's '83 which is based on India's World Cup victory.
Disha Patani enjoys a cheat meal as she gorges on pizza after a song shoot for Salman Khan
Disha Patani is currently shooting for Salman Khan co-starrer Radhe. Post a song shoot, Disha treated herself with a Pizza and shared a photo of herself on social media.
Alia Bhatt looks dazzling as she poses for the camera in this checkered short dress
Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt also attended the Katy Perry's welcome party hosted by Karan Johar last night. A couple of inside pictures from the party have got surfaced online and are going viral.
Ananya Panday says she will wear only Kareena Kapoor Khan's designer lehenga for her wedding!
Kareena Kapoor Khan is undoubtedly one of the most influential and inspiring figures we have in Bollywood. The actress not only commands a huge fan following across the nation but also from within the industry.
Tabu to Join Kartik Aaryan and Kiara Advani for Comedy Horror Film Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2
Tabu will soon be joining the cast of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, according to a report in Mumbai Mirror. The horror comedy film -- which is a sequel of 2007.
Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal Spotted Together Again, Sparks Dating Rumours Once More
Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal were spotted together recently on what seemed to be like a dinner date, sparking rumors of their relationship once again.
R. Madhavan denies being a part of Akshay Kumar's production Bhaagamathie
R. Madhavan denies being a part of Akshay Kumar's production Bhaagamathie and says that he has no idea about the project.
Deepika Padukone & Ranveer Singh pose with their families at Golden Temple
Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh look like newlyweds as they pose with their families- Bhawnanis and Padukones, at the Golden Temple.
Katy Perry gets a warm welcome from Ananya Panday, Aishwarya Rai & others at Karan Johar's party
Bollywood celebrities are known for hosting lavish parties time and again when it comes to celebrating some major event or occasion.
Experimental Qantas ultra-long-haul London to Sydney flight takes off
As experiments go, this one should be pretty spectacular -- 19 hours, 17,800 kilometers (about 11,060 miles), 100 metric tons of jet fuel and not one, but two separate sunrises. Australian airline Qantas launched a one-off research flight that will carry about 50 people from London to Sydney nonstop.
Priyanka Chopra compares her The White Tiger shoot prep to Quantico.
Priyanka Chopra took a walk down the memory lane by posting pictures on social media from the shoot days of Quantico and compared it to her current shoot for her upcoming film The White Tiger.
Angelina Jolie resentful towards Brad Pitt for turning kids' lives upside down
It's been over three years since their split, but Angelina Jolie still has some angst against ex-husband Brad Pitt. Moreover, the Maleficent actor believes that Pitt turned her and the kids' lives "upside down."
Hong Kong protests hit Burberry and Cathay Pacific
Two companies with major operations in Hong Kong have revealed the financial impact of violent protests in the City. Luxury fashion house Burberry said Hong Kong sales had fallen sharply and would "remain under pressure".
China holds in-depth talks with US on phase one of trade deal
China and the United States are holding in-depth discussions on a "phase one" trade agreement, and cancelling tariffs is an important condition to reach such a deal, the Chinese commerce ministry said.
Rishi Kapoor shares childhood pic enjoying cola with friends. Can you spot Anil Kapoor?
Rishi Kapoor, Boney Kapoor and Anil Kapoor are all seen enjoying a refreshing drink with friends at a birthday party in this childhood throwback pic.
Singles' Day: Alibaba's Jack Ma says shopping results miss expectations
Alibaba Group Holding co-founder Jack Ma said on Wednesday results from the Singles' Day annual online shopping festival had missed the Chinese e-commerce giant's expectations. Launched in 2009, Singles' Day has become China's version of US online sale event Cyber Monday, which follows America's Thanksgiving holiday.
Brexit: UK will not nominate an EU commissioner
The UK will not nominate a European commissioner before December, Westminster announced. Incoming head of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, has twice asked the UK to nominate someone since Brexit was delayed to January 31.
India vs Afghanistan, FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers
After being winless in their three qualifying stages matches so far, Igor Stimac and his men will be amped up to get their first taste of a win against Afghanistan in Dushanbe, Tajikistan.
Will Laal Singh Chaddha bring Aamir Khan, Shah Rukh and Salman Khan together?
A report now suggests that Aamir Khan is attempting to bring together all the three Khans of Hindi films - Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan - for his next film, Laal Singh Chaddha.
PM Modi at BRICS: India world's most open, investment friendly economy
India is the world's most "open and investment friendly" economy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said here on Thursday as he wooed the BRICS business leaders and urged them to invest in the country's infrastructure development.
Vodafone CEO apologises to Indian government for remarks
Vodafone Group CEO Nick Read apologised to the Indian government for his strong comments regarding the company's joint venture, saying his remarks were distorted. The letter was written after govt officials expressed displeasure over the tone and tenor of Read's comments.
Coffee Day gains big from Mindtree sale
Coffee Day Enterprises (CDEL) reported a net profit of Rs 1,509 crore in the first quarter of this financial year as it booked a one-time gain of Rs 1,659 crore from the sale of Mindtree stake.
Joaquin Phoenix addresses possibility of mass shootings provoked by Joker
Todd Phillips' Joker has gone on to become one of the most popular comic-book films. Despite criticisms and controversies, the film won a lot of appreciation resulting in it becoming the highest-grossing R-rated film ever. Joaquin Phoenix, in a recent interview, addressed one of the criticisms, of provoking mass shootings, surrounding the film.
Uber India gets fresh funding from its Netherlands arms
Uber's India operations received a boost through additional funds being infused in the company internally by two entities registered in Netherlands: Uber International Holding and Uber International. The amount received by Uber India is Rs 1,767 crore.
Soha Ali Khan feels there should be more children based movies
Actress Soha Ali Khan, who is the mother of a two-year-old daughter named Inaaya, feels there should be more films based on children in our country because the genre has an audience.
Why Kerala has declared internet access a basic human right
Kerala's Finance Minister Thomas Isaac wrote on Twitter that internet connection has been made a basic right in the state. The cabinet has approved a Rs 1548 crore Kerala Fibre Optic Network project to provide internet to every household in the state.
Move over Chrome, Brave may be the best privacy focused browser you need
With data privacy being a concern that it is, there is always the feeling that not all of these web browsers are doing enough to keep our data private. Brave, the company co-founded by ex-Mozilla CEO Brendan Eich, has launched the version 1.0 of the Brave browser.
Amazon launches 'Project Zero' in India to detect and remove counterfeit products
In a bid to ensure that customers receive authentic goods when shopping on Amazon. Amazon on Tuesday announced to bring "Project Zero" to India. "Project Zero" introduces additional proactive mechanisms and powerful tools to identify, block and remove counterfeits.
Kangana Ranaut keeps her inner child alive as she enjoys the company of kids
On 14th November every year, we mark the birthday of Independent India's first Prime Minister, Jawahar Lal Nehru and also celebrate Children's Day. This year too, many of the Bollywood stars have been sharing the joy with kids.
Avengers Endgame: Robert Downey Jr-Katherine Langford's deleted scene on Disney+
Avengers Endgame completed the third phase of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and gave the most heartbreaking scene of its decade. The death of Tony Stark, when he as Iron Man sacrifices his life for the greater good.
Prince Charles to celebrate his 71st birthday in wellness centre in Bengaluru
The Prince of Wales will join his wife, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, who has already arrived in the City on November 11. Prince Charles, who is in India on his 10th official visit to celebrate British-Indian ties, will celebrate his 71st birthday at a wellness centre in Bengaluru.
Ola Electric appoints former Hyundai, Tata Motors exec as board member
Ola Electric Mobility Pvt Ltd (Ola Electric) has announced the appointment of BVR Subbu as a member of its Board of Directors. Subbu brings with him a wealth of experience that spans across four decades.
Australia orders evacuations as firefighters struggle to contain bushfires
Australian officials ordered people in several communities, including a major tourist destination, to evacuate immediately on November 13 as firefighters struggled to contain more than 150 bushfires raging across the country's east coast.
Daisy Shah: 'I've not been able to figure out the reason for getting rejected every time'
Facing rejections is a part and parcel of an actor's life. While some move on and focus on giving their best the nest time, there are many who keep thinking what went wrong.
Donald Trump plans to release transcript of April Ukraine call
U.S President Donald Trump said that on Thursday he would deliver on his promise to release the transcript of an April call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy. Trump asked the Ukrainian president to investigate the son of his political rival Joe Biden has become the subject of a impeachment inquiry into the president.
Shashi Tharoor made Indians rush to Google after his first-ever stand up act
Shashi Tharoor has done it again. His extravagant arsenal of English vocabulary needs no introduction. But our favourite English professor has stepped up his game and recently tried his hands at stand up comedy - something he can rodomontade about for years to come.
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Delhi Air Pollution: Schools in Delhi shut for next two days due to high pollution
Schools in Delhi and adjoining districts have been advised to remain shut for the next two days due to the spike in pollution levels. The Environment Pollution Prevention and Control Authority (EPCA) has also asked industries not running on clean fuels to remain closed till Friday.
Supreme Court to pronounce Sabarimala verdict today: What is at stake?
A five-member constitutional bench of the Supreme Court on Thursday will pronounce its order on whether to review its judgement on a crucial rights-versus-belief dispute in Kerala's Sabarimala temple case.
Ayushmann Khurrana's Dream Girl heads to Hong Kong for release
Actor Ayushmann Khurrana's Dream Girl will release in Hong Kong on December 5. Zee Studios International, who distributed the film globally earlier this year, has partnered with MM2 to release the film in Hong Kong.
Netflix and Nickelodeon sign multi-year film and TV show deal
In what seems like an effort to combat the threat of Disney Plus, Netflix has entered into a multi-year deal with the kids entertainment giants at Nickelodeon which will bring numerous original animated films and TV shows to the streaming service.
Amazon's Apple and Oppo Sale is now live!
Amazon has announced that it will be holding two sales, Apple Days and Oppo Fantastic Days. The Oppo sale will go on till November 15, whereas, the Apple sale will be live till November 17.
Chandrayaan 2: Orbiter's Terrain Mapping Camera gives us a glimpse of moon's surface
ISRO has released new images showing the different terrains on the lunar surface. The orbiter, which has several scientific, imaging and mapping instruments onboard, has captured its first three-dimensional map of a structure on the moon — an impact crater.
Yami Gautam on Being Ayushmann Khurrana's Wife in Bala: I Would Marry a Bald Man in Real Life Too
In Bala, Yami Gautam plays a beautiful TikTok star who is shattered when she discovers her on-screen husband Ayushmann Khurrana is getting bald. She says she finds bald men very cool in reality.
The Moto Razr is back, and could be in India soon
And it's back. Lenovo sub-brand Motorola launches the 2019 version the iconic Moto Razr today. The Moto Razr has been subjected to several leaks and rumours in the past and as the leaked pictures showed the Razr looks alluring whether it's folded or unfolded.
Meghan and Harry won't spend holidays with royal family
Looks like the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are taking their holiday cheer outside the royal family this year. A spokesperson for the royal couple has confirmed to CNN that the new family will be spending the holiday with Meghan Markle's mother Doria Ragland.
FBI busts $6 million iPhone and iPad counterfeit ring
The FBI busted a counterfeit ring centered on iPhones and iPads that reportedly cost Apple over $6.1 million. The scheme involved importing more than 10,000 counterfeit iPhones and iPads from China, United States Attorney Robert Brewer said in a press release.
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Kabir Singh duo Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani look their fashionable best at an event
Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani made their presence felt at an event. The stunning diva Kiara Advani looked drop dead gorgeous in a silver shimmery gown with a deep v-shaped neck and a thigh high slit.
Is India and China's garbage floating to Los Angeles?
Lashing out at India, China and Russia, US President Donald Trump said these countries are doing "absolutely nothing" to clean up their smokestacks and industrial plants and the garbage that they drop in sea floats into Los Angeles.
Children's Day - 2019
On the birth anniversary of India's first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, November 14, India also celebrates Children's Day across India. The first Prime Minister of independent India was fondly known and addressed as 'Chacha Nehru'.
The Black Death plague is back, affecting two people in China
Two people in China are being treated for plague, authorities said Tuesday. It's the second time the disease, the same one that caused the Black Death, one of the deadliest pandemics in human history, has been detected in the region.
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Rumoured couple Tara Sutaria and Aadar Jain indulge in social media PDA
Tara Sutaria, who is gearing up for her upcoming movie Marjaavaan, is also hitting the headlines for her personal life too. Apparently, the actress is dating Aadar Jain. They have been spotted several times too.
Google is latest tech giant to reveal banking plan
Google has become the latest tech giant to announce a new financial product for users - this time, current accounts. The firm said it plans to partner with banks and credit unions in the US to offer the "smart checking" accounts.
Here's why Soni Razadan says the Institution of marriage is crumbling
Actress Soni Razdan feels that the institution of marriage is crumbling with women becoming more economically independent.
Sidharth Malhotra and Riteish Deshmukh troll each other by sharing hilarious throwback pictures
Today, Riteish took to Twitter and shared a throwback picture of Sidharth Malhotra. The picture is of Sid from his modeling days. Sidharth was quick to respond back to Riteish. He shared a picture of a funny picture of Riteish from one of his movies.
Alia Bhatt leans on Neetu Kapoor but has eyes only for Ranbir Kapoor in new pic.
A picture of Bollywood couple Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt, out for dinner with the Sanju star's mother, Neetu Singh, has been shared online. The picture shows Alia leaning on Neetu's shoulder, as Ranbir smiles next to them.
Smoking associated with increased number of lung cancer deaths
November has been declared as lung cancer awareness month to educate the people who are at a higher risk of the disease. Though several reasons are associated with lung cancer, the harmful effects of smoking are linked to about 80 per cent deaths.
Bengaluru civic body lifts ban on telecom companies laying optical fibre cable
The BBMP has lifted the ban on installation of Optical Fibre Cable (OFC) by telecom companies in the city. The ban was put in place in October after the civic body found that contractors working at the behest of telecom companies like Airtel and Jio had allegedly dug up newly laid roads while laying OFCs.
Facebook bug secretly launches iPhone camera in the background
Is Facebook spying on you? Several iPhone users were left shocked the moment they figured that their phone's camera gets automatically turned on in the background while they're scrolling through the irFacebook feed.
Why Janhvi Kapoor's compliments for Yami Gautam was the 'most special'
Yami Gautam is one actress who has had a great year at the movies with two blockbuster hits – 'Bala' and 'Uri: The Surgical Strike'. The film and its leading stars have been earning rave reviews and appreciation for their stellar performances.
NASA's Mars 2020 rover to search for signs of life on the red planet
In what could shed more light on the red planet, Mars; NASA scientists have discovered what may be one of the best places to look for signs of ancient life.
Rockets rain from Gaza as Israel kills Palestinian militant group chief
Israel killed a top commander from the Iranian-backed Palestinian militant group Islamic Jihad on Tuesday in the Gaza Strip, drawing day-long rocket salvoes in the worst cross-border fighting in months.
Kohli: Felt like it was end of the world during 2014 England tour
Addressing mental health issues faced by players, Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli recalled his 'phase' in career during the 2014 tour of England when he felt helpless and did not know what to do. "I have gone through a phase in my career where I had felt that it was the end of the world.
PM Modi arrives in Brazil for the BRICS Summit today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Brasilia to attend the BRICS Summit on Wednesday, his sixth since he assumed office in 2014. The 11th edition of the conference will focus on strengthening ties among the world's five major economies — Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa.
Farhan Akhtar lashes out at Indian censors for blurring out alcohol bottles from 'Ford V Ferrari'
The makers of the Christian Bale and Matt Damon's upcoming film 'Ford v Ferrari' to blur out pictures of alcohol bottles and glasses containing alcohol from the film.
Canada's Justin Trudeau to seek formal backing for minority government
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Tuesday reconvened parliament for Dec. 5, when he will reach out to the opposition to back his minority government and its agenda, which includes tax cuts and measures to fight climate change.
Is China gaining an edge in artificial intelligence?
As developments in AI accelerate, some in the US fear that the ability of China's powerful central government to marshal data and pour resources into the field will push it ahead. The country has announced billions in funding for start-ups, launched programmes to woo researchers from overseas and streamlined its data policies.
Venice mayor declares disaster as city hit by 2nd worst high tide
Venice was hit by the second-highest tide recorded in the lagoon city on Tuesday, which flooded its historic basilica and left many of its squares and alleyways deep underwater. Video on social media showed deep waters flowing like a river along one of Venice's main thoroughfares.
Zimbabwe dollar notes issued for first time in a decade
Queues have formed outside banks in Zimbabwe as people hope to get hold of the country's first Zimbabwe dollar notes to be issued since 2009. The currency was scrapped a decade ago because of hyperinflation when prices were almost doubling every day.
Tesla to build first European factory in Berlin
Tesla's chief executive, Elon Musk, has said Berlin will be the site of its first European factory as the carmaker's expansion plans power ahead. Mr Musk said the firm would also build an engineering and design centre in the German capital.
Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh to celebrate first wedding anniversary in Tirupati
Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh will reportedly celebrate their first wedding anniversary in Tirupati and at the Golden Temple in Amritsar.
Greta Thunberg to sail again after climate talks relocate
Greta Thunberg is sailing across the Atlantic, again. It's much sooner than she had planned, but not before making her mark in the United States. Thunberg, the 16-year-old Swedish climate activist, was scheduled to set sail from Hampton, Virginia, on Wednesday morning.
Will there be a F.R.I.E.N.D.S reunion special soon?
Fans of American TV show Friends finally have a reason to celebrate. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the main cast and creators of the show will be getting together for an unscripted reunion special which will be streamed on HBO Max.
Mexico grants asylum to Bolivia's former president Evo Morales
Mexico has granted asylum to Bolivia's former president Evo Morales, Mexico's top diplomat said on November 11, after the South American country's veteran socialist leader resigned in the wake of a disputed election.
Is Mouni Roy dating a Dubai-based banker?
Mouni Roy, who is currently rumoured to be dating Dubai-based banker Suraj Nambiar, has said that she should be allowed to have friends with boys like everyone else.
Lithium partners with Wipro for Pan-India employee transportation services
Lithium Urban Technologies, one of India's largest electric vehicles fleet operators, has announced partnering with Wipro to offer employee transportation service to the tech giant's offices across the country. Lithium started servicing Wipro's Hyderabad campus in June 2018.
Hillary Clinton 'under enormous pressure' to run in 2020
Hillary Clinton has said she is "under enormous pressure" to challenge US President Donald Trump in next year's White House election. The former Democratic presidential nominee refused to rule it out, telling the BBC: "Never say never."
Alia Bhatt is giving major boss lady vibes as she poses in a stylish multicoloured ensemble
The Brahmastra actress is frequently active on social media where she enjoys a massive fan following. She often keeps her fans updated with whatever is happening in her life.
Many dead as train collides head-on in Bangladesh
At least 15 people were killed and 58 others injured when two trains collided in Brahmanbaria district in eastern Bangladesh. Three coaches were sent tumbling off the tracks at Mondolbhag station in the town of Kasba when a Dhaka-bound intercity train and a locomotive bound for Chittagong collided.
Tamil Nadu at work on safe & ethical AI policy
Tamil Nadu will unveil a policy for safe and ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI), a top state government official said, in what is arguably a first-of-its-kind move in the country. The government will also bring out a rule book for state agencies and vendors who use AI for governance services.
Ice loss causing Arctic to reflect less heat
A loss of snow and ice cover are the main reasons for a reduction in the Arctic's ability to reflect heat, not soot as had been previously thought. The capacity of the Arctic to reflect heat is determined by something known as the albedo effect.
Is Sara Ali Khan's Mother Amrita Singh against Her Relationship with Kartik Aaryan?
Sara Ali Khan's mother Amrita Singh is none too pleased with her daughter's special friendship with Kartik Aryan. The two young people have not only been linked together but genuinely share a good rapport.
Sonic movie: New trailer shows a changed hedgehog after fan backlash
Things didn't go quite to plan when Paramount Pictures premiered their Sonic The Hedgehog trailer in May this year. Fans responded so badly to how Sonic looked Jeff Fowler, the director of the movie, said he would change the design to please potential audiences.
Hong Kong faces more protests after clashes at university
Hong Kong is facing another day of anti-government protests after a night of pitched battle at a top university. At the Chinese University of Hong Kong police fired tear gas and rubber bullets as protesters ignited fires and petrol bombs until the early hours.
Andy Murray starts to believe he can beat the big three again
Andy Murray believes he is closer to beating Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic than he was "seven or eight" weeks ago, leaving him feeling "excited" about his future. Murray, 32, won the European Open title last month, only his seventh singles tournament since January's hip surgery.
Australia bushfires: The worst is still ahead for Queensland and New South Wales
Australian authorities have warned that massive bushfires raging in two states will continue to pose a threat, despite "catastrophic" conditions easing. About 150 fires are still burning in New South Wales (NSW) and Queensland, feeding off tinder-dry conditions.
Alia Bhatt watches Soni Razdan's play in London, praises her 'beautiful' mother for being 'too good'
Just like any other daughter, Alia Bhatt, too, is extremely attached to her mother and actress Soni Razdan, and often, Alia Bhatt takes to social media to post photos with Soni.
Bolivia crisis: Jeanine Áñez declares herself interim president
Bolivian opposition senator Jeanine Áñez has declared herself interim president of the South American country following Evo Morales' resignation. Lawmakers from Mr Morales' party boycotted the session, meaning there was no quorum for the appointment.
International singer Katy Perry is in Mumbai with Jacqueline Fernandez
International singer Katy Perry is in Mumbai for her first-ever performance in the country. For the unversed, she had arrived last night and will be performing on November 16 at D. Y. Patil stadium.
Govt launches defence India startup challenge III to promote innovation
Defence minister Rajnath Singh, on November 11, announced the third phase of Defence India Startup Challenge (DISC), which is a part of Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX), to boost innovation in the defence sector.
Soon you'll be able to pay using your wearable accessories
Payments technology company Mastercard and wearable token service provider Tappy Technology, on November 11, announced a partnership to take digital payments to another level.
NASA's NICER Telescope on ISS Captures Record-Setting X-Ray Burst
NASA has detected a massive thermonuclear explosion coming from outer space, caused by a massive thermonuclear flash on the surface of a pulsar -- the crushed remains of a star that long ago exploded as a supernova.
Anna Faris and Michael Barrett enjoy a date night amid engagement rumours
The 42-year-old actress was spotted in Santa Monica, California, on Saturday with her beau, Michael Barrett. Faris sported a black dress and boots, while Barrett, a 49-year-old cinematographer, wore jeans, a blue T-shirt, and a dark jacket.
Did Apple remove a stalking app from the app store?
Apple has removed an app called "Like Patrol" that stalked users on Instagram and allowed those who downloaded it to scrape information from the Facebook-owned platform about the activity of other users. Apple said the app violated its guidelines.
Sara Ali Khan gets trolled by Rohit Shetty on asking him about the female lead for next Golmaal film
Sara Ali Khan and Rohit Shetty were on the Maniesh Paul's show recently. The Simmba director-actor duo had a lot of fun. In a video, Sara can be seen getting trolled by Rohit for asking about the female lead of Golmaal's next part.
How did Apple perform in India's premium smartphone market?
Maintaining its growth trajectory in the highly-congested premium smartphone segment in India, Apple garnered 51.3 percent share in the Rs 35,000 and above price segment in the third quarter that ended on September 30.
Post-Ayodhya verdict, UP government reviews security of 59 people
The Uttar Pradesh government has revised the security of 59 persons, including litigants and religious leaders associated with Ayodhya title suit, days after the Supreme Court decided the case handing over the disputed land to Hindus while ruling that Muslims must get a 5-acre alternative plot.
Afghanistan to release senior Taliban prisoners in apparent swap
Afghan President Ashraf Ghani announced Tuesday that three high-ranking Taliban prisoners would be released, in an apparent exchange for two Western hostages who were kidnapped by the insurgents in 2016.
WhatsApp co-founder thinks deleting Facebook is a good idea
Last year amid the uproar on Facebook's role the Cambridge Analytica scandal, WhatsApp co-founder Brian Acton urged users to delete their Facebook accounts. "It is time. #deletefacebook", Acton, who left Facebook nearly two years ago in September 2017.
1,000 migratory birds found dead near Sambhar lake in Rajasthan
At least 1,000 migratory birds, spanning 13-15 species were found dead around the Sambhar lake in Jaipur district of Rajasthan over the past fortnight, forest officials said, adding that the exact cause of the deaths will be known once the reports of their viscera samples comes by the end of the week.
Union Cabinet recommends President's rule in Maharashtra
The Union Cabinet on Tuesday recommended President's rule in Maharashtra where no political party has been able to form a government after the assembly polls last month.
The Motorola Razr with is set for launch!
2019 has been the year of folding phones and that includes all the types - the one with two screens and a hinge as well as the ones with folding screens. Motorola is also bringing one to the markets soon and it will be suing the iconic Razr name for itself. And it's going to launch tomorrow at an event in Los Angeles.
Akshay Kumar's Bachchan Pandey to avoid clash with Aamir Khan's Laal Singh Chaddha on Christmas 2020
As Akshay Kumar announced his spy thriller film Bell Bottom for 2021, a report came in that states the Khiladi might postpone Bachchan Pandey's release that will make way for Aamir Khan's Laal Singh Chaddha's solo release.
'Seinfeld' actor Charles Levin's death detail leaves police baffled
Levin's son had reported him missing on June 28 after the 70-year-old actor called a friend to say he was lost near Cave Junction, Ore. On July 13, his body was found in a slope near the road where it had been partially consumed by what police believe to be turkey vultures.
How Uddhav Thackeray was 'blinded by affection' for his son
The main reason behind Congress' refusal to endorse the Shiv Sena-led coalition government was that senior party leaders were apprehensive about losing support of Muslim voters in the event of forging an alliance with the Shiv Sena.
Google plans to give a badge of shame on Chrome
Google is experimenting with a badge of shame for websites that load slowly in Chrome. "In the future, Chrome may identify sites that typically load fast or slow for users with clear badging," explains a blog post from the Chrome team.
Zareen Khan's new film features gay man, lesbian woman as protagonists
Zareen Khan and Anshuman Jha's upcoming release Hum Bhi Akele, Tum Bhi Akele is a mainstream Bollywood film with a gay man and a lesbian woman leading the narrative.
Vodafone issues ultimatum to Indian government
The British media is calling Vodafone's ultimatum not to pump in more capital in India, a "potentially disastrous but fitting end to Vodafone's big bet on India" where the destruction of value has been completed.
1 dead as cylinder explodes in Uttar Pradesh's Unnao
At least one person was killed, while two others sustained serious burn injuries after a gas cylinder exploded inside a truck parked outside a gas plant in Uttar Pradesh's Unnao district on Tuesday, police said.
Why is Twitter silent on casteism allegations in India over verified accounts?
Caste divide and discrimination have been a boiling issue in India for eons. With time, the lack of facilities for scheduled caste and backward classes was compensated with so-called affirmative action through reservation quotas for higher studies and jobs.
Maruti Suzuki S-Presso: A whiff of fresh
Maruti Suzuki India recently launched S-Presso. With its SUV kind of design, the new S-Presso certainly looks a bit different from its counterparts. A lot has been said and written about the way Maruti Suzuki S-Presso looks, but there is more to this boxy hatchback.
Goldman Sachs faces probe after Apple Card blamed for sexism
A New York financial regulator has reportedly initiated an investigation into the allegations of gender discrimination against the Apple Card and its issuer Goldman Sachs.
Alibaba made $38 billion in just 24 hours of frenzied shopping on singles' day
Yesterday was Singles' Day in China, one of the country's biggest shopping festivals akin to Black Friday in the US. It's a celebration of people not in relationships and encourages self-care. And one of the biggest winners each year is e-commerce platforms.
Bhumi Pednekar's shocking reply on bullying & pay disparity: I was paid 5% of what my co-star got
From discussing the shocking pay disparity that exists in Bollywood to talking about the Bala 'brown facing' controversy, Bhumi Pednekar gets talking about all and more in this candid conversation.
Is Amazon planning on opening its own grocery store?
Amazon will be opening a new, full-size grocery store in a neighborhood of Los Angeles, and it won't be under the Whole Foods brand. The store won't use the company's cashierless checkout technology from its Amazon Go stores, so it seems this grocery chain will have new Amazon branding.
Kaziranga forest guard who protected Rhinos for 30 years honoured with Earth heroes award
As they say, not all heroes wear capes, there are people who emerge as heroes just by doing ther duty with full dedication. All we need to do is to recognise their hard work.
No odd-even for 2 days and pollution levels in Delhi leaves people gasping for breath
Delhi's air has been toxic for quite sometime now. Now that Diwali is over, we thought there would be some respite from the unbreathable air but that is not the case. The odd-even car rationing scheme did bring down pollution levels in the national capital, not by much though.
Sterling dropped by England after training ground 'disturbance'
England winger Raheem Sterling has been dropped from the squad to face Montenegro in their Euro 2020 qualifier at Wembley after a "disturbance" at the national team's training camp on Monday.
Pack your bags, these hotels to offer free stay to guests in exchange for their skills
More than 600 B&Bs, hotels and self-catering businesses across the world have signed up to take part in the second international Barter Week. The initiative runs for a week in November (18-24) and invites accommodation owners to offer free stays to guests in exchange for sharing skills or goods.
Is China's digital currency seeking 'full control' of individuals' details?
China's proposed digitized domestic currency is not a bid to gain full control of information belonging to the general public, a senior central bank official said, adding that the goal was to balance privacy concerns and the authorities' need for information.
Anushka Sharma, Virat Kohli cuddle with cute calves on Bhutan trip
Anushka Sharma has shared more pictures from her Bhutan vacation with cricketer husband Virat Kohli. Anushka has been sharing constant updates from the trip, during which they celebrated Virat's birthday.
MHA recommends commutation of death sentence of Beant Singh's assassin Balwant Singh Rajoana
The Home Ministry took an 'in-principle' decision as a 'humanitarian gesture' ahead of the 550th birth anniversary celebrations of Guru Nanak.
Hyundai Aura to be carmaker's upcoming new sedan
Hyundai Motor India today unveiled the name of its upcoming sedan and it will be called Aura. Hyundai Aura is a blend of modernism with comfort, safety, style and technology with convenience, claims the carmaker.
The next Galaxy M phone is moving from just online sales!
Samsung could be planning to launch a brand new Galaxy M-series phone in India this month. According to a new report, Samsung may launch the successor of the Galaxy M40 as early as November 15.
Man dies while cleaning sewage tank in Chennai shopping mall
A 25-year-old man reportedly died of asphyxiation while he was cleaning a sewage tank in a mall in Royapettah early on Tuesday. Police said the victim has been identified as Arunkumar.
Non-techies now try their hands at data, AI tech
As organisations increasingly offer services on mobile devices, more professionals from India's non-tech enterprises, government agencies and defence institutions are getting trained in data analytics, machine learning, artificial intelligence and cyber security.
Apple has big plans for AR and VR gaming headset
Apple Inc is working on a range of augmented and virtual-reality devices underpinned by a new 3D sensor system, according to people familiar with the plans. The company intends to roll out a lightweight pair of AR glasses as early as 2023
Selena Gomez says being body-shamed amid Lupus battle was stressful
"I experienced [body-shaming] with my weight fluctuation for the first time," Gomez recalled. "I have lupus and deal with kidney issues and high blood pressure, so I deal with a lot of health issues, and for me that's when I really started noticing more of the body image stuff."
Sumit Nagal attains career-best ranking
Indian tennis player Sumit Nagpal moved two places up and achieved his career-best 127th spot in the latest Association of Tennis Professional (ATP) men's singles rankings released on Monday.Nagal currently has 433 points while Rafael Nadal retained the top rank with 9,585 points.
Over 260 cops keep an eagle eye on social media
A team of over a dozen tech-savvy policemen, headed by a woman deputy superintendent of police, at the Signature Building headquarters of the UP Police had a key job to do over the weekend —monitoring the social media round the clock.
Khloe Kardashian apologises to fans after not realising she'd won at people's choice awards
On Sunday night, the Kardashian-Jenner clan took home the Best Reality Show Award at the annual awards show for their hit series, Keeping Up With the Kardashians, and Khloe also won Best Reality Star.
Kareena Kapoor enjoys sarson ka saag with butter, as Karisma Kapoor drools.
A picture of Kareena Kapoor eating a typical Punjabi meal of sarson ka saag and makki ki roti, with butter, has been shared online, leaving her sister Karisma Kapoor drooling.
Three performers stabbed on stage in Saudi capital
A man had stabbed three performers during a live show in Saudi Arabia's capital, state media said, adding that the victims were in stable condition.
Google Stadia: All the new games coming to the streaming platform
Googles game streaming platform Stadia is all set to launch on November 19, while the company has also confirmed a list of 12 games that will be available on it from day one.
Israeli forces kill top Islamic Jihad commander in Gaza strike
Palestinian group Islamic Jihad has said one of its commanders was killed in an Israeli strike on his home in the besieged Gaza Strip.
Virat Kohli and Co request for special practice session to prepare
India are scheduled to play their historic Day-Night Test in Kolkata but the hosts are leaving no stones unturned in Indore to prepare themselves for pink ball test. A gap of only 3 days between the first Test at Indore and the Day/Night Test in Kolkata has prompted the teams to keep special practice sessions.
Huge clashes at JNU over fee hike as Vice President attends convocation
Shouting slogans and raising banners, thousands of Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) students clashed with police on Monday outside the campus as they raised their voices against the administration's "anti-student" policy.
Disney+ streaming service debuts and bets on the past
The star of Disney's hugely ambitious new Star Wars television series remembers the moment he first stepped into a galaxy far, far away. Disney+ goes live today in the US, Canada, and the Netherlands.
Ayushmann Khurrana wins hearts with his speech on what makes a perfect man
Ayushmann Khurrana has delivered a powerful speech on what makes a gentleman. He has said a man may not have six pack abs but must be able to feel pain.
Google has access to detailed health records; What could go wrong?
Google quietly partnered last year with Ascension—the country's second-largest health system—and has since gained access to detailed medical records on tens of millions of Americans. The endeavor, code-named "Project Nightingale," has enabled at least 150 Google employees to see patient health information.
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter enters hospital for surgery
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter was admitted to a hospital on Monday evening for a procedure to relieve pressure on his brain, caused by bleeding due to his recent falls, his spokeswoman said.
Maharashtra logjam: Senior Congress leaders defer Mumbai visit
Senior Congress leaders K C Venugopal and Mallikarjun Kharge, who were supposed to come to Mumbai on Tuesday to discuss modalities of support to the Shiv Sena for government formation in Maharashtra, have deferred their visit, a Congress leader said.
Alibaba's Singles' Day sales go large and could be on track for a record
Chinese retailer Alibaba said on Monday that sales for its annual Singles' Day shopping blitz crossed the $30 billion mark putting the event on track to set a record in its 11th year.
China's Great Wall could Iivest in India!
Chinese automaker Great Wall Motors could soon invest ₹ 7000 crore in India as the company plans to set-up operations in the country. With more and more China-based carmakers setting shop in India, the massive investment plan certainly is big news amidst one of the worst slowdowns in the domestic auto sector.
Uber India collective loss to hit Rs 3.8k crore
Uber India is projecting revenues of Rs 339 crore for ride-hailing, but surprisingly a negative Rs 762.5 crore in food delivery for the five-month period between August to December 2019,
Shilpa Shetty on the time she felt like she was being forgotten by people
Shilpa Shetty was last seen on the big screen in 2007 in Life In A... Metro and Apne. She will be making her B-town comeback with Sabbir Khan's upcoming action film Nikamma
Bolivia crisis: Evo Morales accepts political asylum in Mexico
Evo Morales has accepted an offer of political asylum in Mexico a day after resigning as president of Bolivia amid election fraud protests.
One man shot, another set on fire as Hong Kong protests get more violent
Hong Kong is preparing for another day of turmoil Tuesday after a man was shot by a police officer and another set alight following a confrontation with protesters in one of the most dramatic days in over five months of protests.
WhatsApp users complain of high battery drain issue after latest update
WhatsApp users on iOS and Android are complaining of battery draining issues on their smartphone after installing the latest version of the app. WhatsApp for iPhone version 2.19.112 increases the background activity of the app, which results in battery drain issues.
Lata Mangeshkar Hospitalized: Here's the Latest
Bollywood playback legend Lata Mangeshkar, who was rushed to the hospital in the early hours of Monday due to viral chest congestion as a "precautionary measure", is now stable and recovering. "Lata Mangeshkar ji had a viral chest congestion.
SpaceX launches second batch of satellites for global internet
Elon Musk's SpaceX has launched it second batch of 60 Starlink satellites, taking another step for the company's vision of creating broadband internet service beamed down from space.
Australia on alert as 'catastrophic' fire threat looms
Firefighters across Australia are battling blazes that could become the worst seen in the country for decades. Dry conditions and strong winds could provide perfect conditions for dozens of fires to spread further today.
The initiative's founder is Huang Zhisheng, a senior artificial intelligence (AI) researcher at the Free University Amsterdam. In the past 18 months, his program has been used by 600 volunteers across China, who in turn say they have rescued nearly 700 people.
A World War II submarine that was missing for 75 years has been found off Okinawa
It's been 75 years since the USS Grayback went missing with 80 sailors aboard. Now, an organization that searches for sunken World War II submarines has solved the mystery of where it went down.
Gone too soon: Broadway actress Laurel Griggs dead at 13
Laurel Griggs, a Broadway actress who appeared in several movies and TV shows, has died. She was 13.
Was ISRO's Chandrayaan 2 mission affected by malware?
ISRO confirms that it was alerted to a hacking attempt by the same North Korean malware that targeted the Kudankulam nuclear reactor earlier this year. Reportedly, ISRO employees accidentally installed malware on to their systems after opening phishing emails from North Korean spammers.
Shilpa Shetty Kundra says her 13-year sabbatical was self-imposed and Well thought out
Shilpa Shetty Kundra says her 13-year sabbatical was self-imposed and well thought out. The actress will soon be making a comeback with Sabbir Khan's action film "Nikamma".
Realme takes a chunk of India mobile market from Samsung
Realme keeps on increasing its share of the Indian smartphone market, growing shipments more than 400 percent year-on-year to grab 14.3 percent in the third quarter of 2019. Vivo, Realme, and Oppo, due to their shared ownership by shadowy private conglomerate BBK Electronics, it would be the number one vendor in India.
Shahid, Mira Kapoor make a dreamy appearance at the Ambani bash
Shahid Kapoor and Mira Rajput tied the knot four years ago and are parents to two children. The couple is now serving major style goals as they step out for the Ambani bash.
India is on course for lowest fuel demand in six years
Growth in demand for fuel in India is on course to fall to its lowest in at least six years as the economy slows and after heavy rains impacted gas oil consumption, which accounts for about two-fifth of the nation's overall fuel use.
Inspired by Aadhaar, Govt proposes unique health ID for citizens
The Indian government in July 2019 had proposed to set up the National Digital Health Mission (NDHM), which was meant to act as a central digital repository for all the data coming under its flagship health insurance scheme Ayushman Bharat.
Lata Mangeshkar rushed to hospital, admitted to ICU
Legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit of the Breach Candy hospital in the early hours of Monday after she complained of breathing difficulties, hospital sources said. The singer, who turned 90 on September 28, is in a critical condition, they said.
Apple Arcade gets new games, taking its total to 100
Apple's subscription-based gaming service Arcade has now reached 100 total games on iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple TV with the addition of six more games. The six new games added include Sociable Soccer, sequel to the beloved Sensible Soccer which was popular during the early 1990s.
JNU students stage massive protest outside campus over fee hike, dress code
The Jawaharlal Nehru Students' Union (JNUSU) on Monday staged a massive protest outside the varsity campus over recent fee hike and the hostel draft manual even as Vice President N. Venkaiah Naidu was addressing a convocation ceremony.
The Jio set-top box is real, and comes with lots of added offers!
There is no clarity on the plans or pricing of the Jio set top box, and that could mean two things: either the company is still unclear of its future plans for the set-top box or it is running quietly running a test run of the service.
Sushmita Sen gets emotional as daughter alisah pens an essay on adoption
It seems like yesterday when Sushmita Sen adopted her two daughters, Renne and Alisah. Their bond and the love they share are so strong that it has become hard to believe they were adopted from an orphanage.
The Suzuki V-Strom 1050 unveiled!
The Suzuki V-Strom 1050 has always been a super smooth and very capable adventure motorcycle. For 2020, Suzuki has given the motorcycle a complete revamp and to show it to the world, MotoGP stars, Alex Rinns and teammate Joan Mir, were at EICMA 2019 to unveil these new machines.
Looking to adopt a fur baby & give it a forever home? Here's where you can start
There is no denying that a dog is a man's best friend. Dogs don't judge, love us unconditionally and are the best company in the world. As a pet-parent myself, I can totally vouch for the fact that having a dog in my life was the best decision I ever made.
Is Google still fixing the Pixel 4 with updates?
Google Pixel 4 has drawn significant praise for its photography prowess, but it was recently spotted harbouring a weird white balance correction issue that drastically changed the colour profile of images clicked under artificial light.
Deepika Padukone to join over 100 Indian CEOs for 50th world economic forum
Over 100 Indian CEOs, several political leaders and a few chosen Bollywood stars including Deepika Padukone will be in the Swiss ski resort town of Davos in January for the 50th anniversary of the WEF Annual Meeting to discuss what requires to make it a 'cohesive and sustainable world'.
Meet Chandrakant Sompura, the architect who has designed Ram Temple in Ayodhya
The temple to be built as per the design prepared by architect Sompura a renowned architect who had to prepare the design in 1989.
Tara Sutaria on being body shamed: Some called me anorexic, others felt I am overweight
Tara Sutaria gets candid about braving criticism right from an early age. "When you perform and you are young, a lot of people don't take that very kindly. They want to criticise you in a certain way which is very detrimental for your growth.
Indian automobile crisis: Domestic sales drop in October 2019
A slight cheer in the passenger vehicle segment owing to festive season offers could not prevent a seventh consecutive overall monthly domestic sales decline of the Financial Year 2019-20 with the numbers falling 12.76 per cent to 21,76,136 units in October.
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Mercury to make a rare pass across the Sun; Blink and you will miss it
Mercury, the closest planet to the Sun, will pass between Earth and the star on November 11. The stellar show only happens about 13 times in a century and will happen the next time in 2032. It's a rare transit when the planet is visible while it moves against the Sun's surface, and shouldn't be missed at any cost.
Riteish Deshmukh opens up about Bollywood actors doing biopics on politicians
He comes from a political background, what with his late father, Vilasrao Deshmukh being the former CM of Maharashtra. Recently, Riteish Deshmukh also campaigned for his politician brothers Dheeraj and Amit.
In #breathless Delhi, air is still 10 times the safe limit. You should worry before you breathe
It's as if we are already used to it — the smog, the dirt and the filth. There's one day of clear blue skies but what follows is a week of toxic air choking the historic city of Delhi until it can choke no more.
WhatsApp may ban you for life if you belong to these groups
WhatsApp has a lengthy history and that's mainly in part to how secure it is. The fact that you're kept safe in the age when phishing or malware attacks are quite common, is a testament to the work that the Facebook-owned company is putting in.
11,379 farmers committed suicide In 2016, What's the priority now?
While most of the nation is discussing Supreme Court's verdict on Babri Masjid-Ram Janmbhoomi, there's an equally, or perhaps more important thing to be talked about. We may have forgotten, but farmer suicides is one of the biggest blots on this country.
15,000-year-old Mexican 'mammoth traps' unearthed
Anthropologists have uncovered the bones of at least 14 wooly mammoths in an excavated pit in the city of Tultepec in Mexico. They believe the remains point to the first-ever discovery of human-made mammoth traps, which would've been used to hunt the massive animals 15,000 years ago.
Does your Google search put you at risk?
Google has become our one-stop destination for getting quick access to all our queries no matter how mundane or important they may be. In most circumstances, Google is a very useful tool; however, there are some bad threat actors who have the ability to exploit these searches which could put you in harm's way.
Netflix can chill after earning profit in India this fiscal year
Amid demands for censorship on online video streaming platforms and right-wing's discontent with Netflix, the company finally has some good news to share. Netflix India recorded a net profit of INR 5.1 Cr in the financial year 2019, ending in March. The company has registered INR 466.7 Cr revenue in total.
Google hires former Disney and Star executive to head its India business
Google said on Friday it has appointed Sanjay Gupta, a former top executive with Disney India and Star, as the manager and vice president of sales and operations for its India business.
Karan Johar to host a party for Katy Perry ahead of music concert in Mumbai
KJo, who is known to host some of the biggest parties in town, will be hosting a cocktail and dinner for Katy and might just have his Bollywood brigade over to party the night away.
Ampere scooters strikes Fintech deal to boost adoption of EV's
In an attempt to boost the adoption of electric vehicles and green mobility, Greaves Leasing Finance has decided to partner with two-wheeler financing company WheelsEMI to provide better lending options for users looking to buy its Ampere range of electric scooters.
Mercedes Benz to build zero-emission G-Class EV
The automobile industry is pacing towards e-mobility and the latest luxury car maker to announce its steps towards the zero-emission goal is Mercedes. The company promised to introduce a zero-emission EV version of the Mercedes Benz G-Class. The first electric SUV was unveiled one year ago.
Is WhatsApp breaking basic functions on recent OnePlus handsets?
OnePlus users are having a torrid time of late as those who are using handsets running on the Android 9 or Android 10 OS are experiencing high levels of battery drain. Reports suggest that this is mainly due to WhatsApp and the problem has started when users have updated WhatsApp to version 2.19.308.
Bolivian President Evo Morales resigns amid election protests
Bolivian President Evo Morales has resigned after nearly 14 years in power, amid turmoil following his disputed re-election last month. The head of the army had called on him to go after protests over his election win.
Google maps finally lets users edit their public profiles via the app
Aiming to offer better control over what other users see when they take a look at your page, Google Maps has rolled out an update that lets you take control over your profile picture and your bio, the media has reported. The search engine giant till date hadn't let users to manage their public profile from the app.
Australia bushfires: State of emergency declared over 'catastrophic' threat
Two Australian states have declared a state of emergency as bushfires bring a "catastrophic" threat to heavily populated areas of the nation's east.
Nikki Haley: Top aides 'told ex-UN envoy to undermine Trump'
Nikki Haley, former US ambassador to the UN, has said two top White House aides encouraged her to undermine President Donald Trump.
Want to run faster? Algorithm may be the key to speed!
Gadgets are an essential a part of a runner's kit as the shoes on their feet. Few head out these days without a step counter, GPS watch, smartphone or smartwatch. The wearables keep an eye on the distance covered, pace, heart rate and cadence - helping to ensure they get as much out of the session as possible.
Rishikesh: Experience the riff of religion, strum of spirituality and yodel of yoga
Rishikesh is like a Beatles melody. There's a riff of religion, a strum of spirituality, a yodel of yoga. But there was no sheng of style in that melody.
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India's largest carmaker cuts production for 8th straight month
Lack of demand for passenger vehicles in the country has forced India's largest manufacturer, Maruti Suzuki to cut its production for the 8th consecutive month. The company's total vehicle production last month stood at 1,19,337 units against 1,50,497 in October last year.
Ayushmann Khurrana film collects Rs 25 cr, actor says 'thanks for the love'
While the report mentions that the growth is lesser than his last release Dream Girl which collected Rs 26.47 crore over the first two days and Rs 43 crore in the first weekend, Bala might just follow in its footsteps.
Google looks for help to clean up Android's malware mess
Androids open ecosystem's flexibility also makes it relatively easy for tainted apps to circulate on third-party app stores or malicious websites. Worse still, malware-ridden apps sneak into the official Play Store with disappointing frequency. After grappling with the issue for a decade, Google is calling in some reinforcements.
13 injured as two trains collide at Hyderabad's Kacheguda railway station
13 people were injured after a local train hit a stationary train from behind leading to derailment of three bogies at Kacheguda railway station in Hyderabad, said officials.
Why did Juventus' Cristiano Ronaldo leave the stadium before final whistle?
Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly left the Allianz Stadium before the final whistle of Juventus' 1-0 Serie A win over AC Milan after being substituted for the second match in a week. Paulo Dybala replaced Ronaldo on 55 minutes with the Argentina striker going on to score the winning goal 22 minutes later.
Justin Trudeau's victory sparks calls for 'Wexit' in Canada
Wexit or Western Exit, drawn from the term Brexit - the withdrawal of Britain from the EU, refers to the growing demand in provinces like Alberta and Saskatchewan for separation from Canada.
Climate change: Airlines accused of 'putting profit before planet'
A whistleblower revealed an industry-wide practice that deliberately adds weight to flights, increasing greenhouse gas emissions. "Fuel tankering" sees planes filled with extra fuel, usually to avoid paying higher prices for refuelling at their destination airports.
Malaika Arora celebrates son Arhaan's birthday with Arbaaz Khan and the whole family.
Actor Malaika Arora rang in her son Arhaan Khan's 17th birthday with a party in Mumbai on Saturday. The whole crew, including Arhaan's father and Malaika's ex-husband Arbaaz Khan, came together to celebrate.
Can drug addiction be fought with brain implants?
Patients with severe opioid addiction are being given brain implants to help reduce their cravings, in the first trial of its kind in the US. Gerod Buckhalter, 33, who has struggled with substance abuse for more than a decade with many relapses and overdoses, has already had the surgery.
Pink makes 2019 People's Choice Awards a family affair as she accepts 'Champion' award
While Pink may be a champion for the people, she's also a hero to her family -- and they turned out to show her some love and support at this year's People's Choice Awards.
Cyclone Bulbul claims 10 lives in Bengal, 2 in Odisha
Cyclone 'Bulbul', which barrelled through the coastal districts of West Bengal before hurtling towards Bangladesh, claimed at least 10 lives and affected at least 2.73 lakh families in different parts of the state, official reports said on Sunday, 10 November.
Meet 'Maxwell' NASA's first all-electric aircraft
NASA, most prominent for its many Florida-launched exploits into space, showcased an early version of its first all-electric experimental aircraft, the X-57 "Maxwell," at its lesser-known aeronautics lab in the California desert. The Maxwell will be the NASA's first crewed X-plane to be developed in two decades.
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"Happy about grand Ram temple in my hometown Ayodhya, but it cost India too much"
"India's Mecca has been liberated!" read a forward in Hindi. As I read it, I longed to be in Ayodhya, to walk the lanes I know so well, to feel reassured in their complete familiarity.
Disha Patani shares her thoughts on the kind of films she wants to do
The actress has already appeared in films like Salman Khan's Bharat, a partition drama, and Tiger Shroff's action film Baaghi 2. She has also starrred in a Chinese action comedy Kung Fu Yoga.
Does Microsoft have the answer to diagnose cervical cancer faster in India?
More women in India die from cervical cancer than in any other country. This preventable disease kills around 67,000 women in India every year, more than 25% of the 260,000 deaths worldwide.
Excited & overwhelmed: Indians visit shrine via Kartarpur corridor
Inaugurated a day earlier, the much-awaited Kartarpur Corridor thrown open to the public on Sunday, 10 November, witnessed overwhelmed, excited and some disappointed pilgrims.
The first sustainable city on Mars gets a new timeline and requirements
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk went into a bit more detail about the timelines and vehicle requirements to not only reach Mars, but to set up a sustainable base on the Red Planet that can serve as an actual city, supporting a local population.
Maharastra tussle: Sena to meet Governor at 2.30 pm, calls BJP 'arrogant'
Amid deadlock over the government formation in Maharashtra, the Shiv Sena is scheduled to meet governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari at 2.30 pm on Monday, 11 November.
India gears up for Facial Recognition system but is everyone on board?
As India prepares to install a nationwide facial recognition system in an effort to catch criminals and find missing children, human rights and technology experts warned of the risks to privacy and from increased surveillance.
Leaders condole death of former CEC, T.N. Seshan
Leaders across the political spectrum on Monday condoled the passing away of the former Chief Election Commisioner, who had initiated the process of cleaning up the electoral system in the 199s
Novak Djokovic wins ATP Finals opener but Roger Federer gets beaten
Novak Djokovic made a winning start at the ATP Finals but Roger Federer was beaten by Dominic Thiem in his opener. Djokovic, who is chasing a record-equalling sixth title and trying to overhaul Rafael Nadal as world number one, was imperious, beating Italian eighth seed Matteo Berrettini.
Ekta Kapoor Wins 'Most Powerful Business Women Of The Year' Award
Indian television and film producer Ekta Kapoor, who is the Joint Managing Director of Balaji Telefilms, has been honoured with 'Most Powerful Business Women of the Year' Award by Fortune India Awards.