The ICC Cricket Committee, led by former Indian captain Anil Kumble, on Thursday, April 1, approved three changes to the Decision Review System (DRS) as well as third umpire protocols that had recently come into criticism. Discussing the current issues being faced in International cricket, the ICC decided that for LBW reviews, the height margin … ICC Cricket Committee approves changes to third umpire protocols, DRS
London (TIP): Germany’s first World Cup qualifying loss in 20 years added another blemish to the final months of coach Joachim Loew’s 15-year reign in charge of the team. Germany’s 35-match unbeaten run in World Cup qualifying — a streak dating back to 2001 — ended with a stunning 2-1 home loss to North Macedonia … Germany suffer first World Cup qualifying loss in 20 years
Miami (TIP): As Naomi Osaka’s 23-match winning streak neared an end, she paused before serving to crane her neck and study the sky, as if seeking intervention from above. Then she carried on, and so did No. 23-seeded Maria Sakkari, who upset Osaka 6-0, 6-4 in the quarterfinals of the Miami Open. “The more stuff … Naomi Osaka’s 23-match win streak ends against Maria Sakkari
Inspired by the soaring success of invite-only audio chat app Clubhouse, Microsoft-owned LinkedIn is now working on a similar app for over 740 million members in more than 200 countries. The leading professional networking platform confirmed the move to TechCrunch, saying that it is working on an audio networking feature. “We’re doing some early tests … LinkedIn working on Clubhouse-like audio networking feature
Facebook on Wednesday introduced several features to give users more control over their News Feed, including the ability to turn off the feeds algorithmic ranking and display content in order it was posted. The social network said it is making it easier to sort and browse News Feed, giving users more control over what you … Facebook to let you turn off algorithmic ranking in News Feed
Instagram has launched another TikTok-inspired feature to Reels. It now allows users to remix a Reel by pairing their video with other users. It’s similar to TikTok Duets which are quite popular on the short video app. Instagram has been testing this feature since October last year allowing select users to experiment with, and it … Instagram launches TikTok Duet-like feature ‘Remix’ for Reels
The US space agency NASA has exchanged data of its current Mars mission with its counterparts in China, India, the UAE and the European Space Agency to lower the risk of a collision as their spacecraft were also currently hovering the red planet, a media report said on Wednesday. The purpose of exchanges was to … NASA exchanges data of its Mars mission with India, China
Google-owned YouTube has confirmed it is experimenting with hiding dislikes to protect creators and channels from targeted attacks to downvote their videos. YouTube said in a tweet late on Wednesday that in response to creator feedback around well-being and targeted dislike campaigns, it is testing a few new designs that don’t show the public dislike … YouTube experimenting with hiding dislikes to protect creators
So named for the yellow sandstone used in most of its buildings, the Golden City of Jaisalmer is an oasis of splendid old architecture that rises from the sand dunes of the Thar Desert. Once a strategic outpost, today the city is filled with splendid old mansions, magnificent gateways, and the massive Jaisalmer Fort-also known … The Golden City Jaisalmer
Interesting curses in Hindu scriptures In various Hindu scriptures, we can find some interesting Curses (shraaps) that have been addressed to gods and mortals that apparently changed the course of divine history. The Curse of Bhrigu After getting tired of getting whipped by Devas on every occasion, Shukracharya (the Guru of Asuras) went to Shiva … The Shraap of Vriddhakshatra
Taapsee Pannu is clearly on a roll. The actress, who has delivered some fantastic performances in the last two years, has one of the strongest line ups among actors of the current generation. While she has almost 4 films almost over – Do Baara, Rashmi Rocket, Haseen Dillruba and a South film, the Pink actress … Taapsee Pannu to essay the role of Sania Mirza in her biopic?
Dia Mirza has made some ‘really special memories’ on her honeymoon with her husband Vaibhav Rekhi and his daughter Samaira. She took to Instagram to share fresh photos from their Maldives getaway. “We made some really special memories in Maldives,” she wrote, along with a host of emojis, including an ocean wave, sun, heart and … Dia Mirza shares ‘special’ moments with husband Vaibhav, stepdaughter
Megastar Akshay Kumar, who had been shooting for ‘Atrangi Re’, recently wrapped up shooting for the film and the actor took to social media to share his first look from the film. Akshay also extended his gratitude to his co-stars Sara Ali Khan and Dhanush for their contribution in the project. Looking at the first … Akshay Kumar’s magician avatar from ‘Atrangi Re’ released
Hollywood star Russell Crowe has boarded the cast of Marvel Studios’ much-anticipated superhero movie Thor: Love and Thunder. According to Deadline, Crowe will appear in an unspecified role in the upcoming fourth instalment in the Thor franchise. Russell took to Instagram to share a photo with Chris Hemsworth and his wife Elsa Pataky. Elsa also … Russell Crowe joins Thor: Love and Thunder cast
Kristen Stewart continues to nail her looks as Princess Diana on the set of the upcoming film Spencer. A new photo of the actress, 30, as the late royal features Stewart wearing a red and black bomber jacket, light blue jeans, gloves and a pair of tan lace-up boots. The outfit is nearly identical to … Kristen Stewart matches Princess Diana’s school run look
Sharon Stone paid for Leonardo DiCaprio”s salary from her own pocket to hire him for her 1995 movie “The Quick and the Dead”, the actor has revealed in her memoir “The Beauty of Living Twice”. The book, in which the actor talks about her life and career in Hollywood, was released in the US on … Sharon Stone says she paid DiCaprio’s salary for ‘The Quick and the Dead’
New Delhi (TIP): The Samyukt Kisan Morcha on Thursday, April 1, appealed to the BJP MPs and its allies to extend their support to the farmers’ movement. The SKM also noted that they would continue their “peaceful social boycott” of leaders of the BJP and its allies. “We request the BJP MPs and its allies … Samyukt Kisan Morcha asks BJP MPs, allies to support farmers’ agitation
New Delhi (TIP): Delhi’s Singhu and Tikri borders continue to be blocked due to the protest by farmers who are demanding withdrawal of the three contentious farm laws. The Ghazipur border, which connects Uttar Pradesh with Delhi, was opened partially as vehicular movement from Delhi to Ghaziabad was allowed on the stretch. “Ghazipur NH-24 upper … Delhi borders remain blocked as farmers’ protest continues
New Delhi (TIP): Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) spokesperson Rakesh Tikait said on Thursday the agitation against the Centre’s three new farm laws will have to go on for eight more months as it is a question of their rights and lands. The movement will pick up speed after May 10, as till then farmers will … Farmers’ protest will go on for 8 more months: Tikait
Haridwar (TIP): Many devotees who arrived here on Thursday for the Kumbh Mela did not carry their coronavirus report, according to an inspection conducted by Garhwal Commissioner Ravinath Raman at the local railway station. Station Superintendent MK Singh told him that around 10,000 pilgrims are arriving every day for the Kumbh that started on Thursday. … Many devotees arrived for Kumbh without Covid negative report
New Delhi (TIP): A day after a video surfaced on social media which allegedly showed electronic voting machines (EVMs) in the car of Patharkandi BJP candidate Krishnendu Paul, the Election Commission ordered repolling in polling station 179 of Ratabari seat in Assam. The officers responsible for the transportation of EVMs have been suspended. The video … EC orders repolling in Assam’s Ratabari station after EVMs’ found in BJP candidate’s car
India has contributed USD 300,000 to the United Nations agency for gender equality and women empowerment, a contribution lauded by the UN entity. India made a contribution to UN Women, the world organisation’s entity for gender equality and women’s empowerment. “#India contributes USD 300,000 to @UN_Women for 2021,” India’s Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador … India contributes $300,000 to UN body for gender equality
New Delhi (TIP): Out of 6,318 candidates contesting in assembly elections in four states and a UT, 18 per cent have declared criminal cases against themselves, according to a report by poll rights group ADR (Association for Democratic Reforms). The National Election Watch and Association of Democratic Reforms (ADR) have analysed the self-sworn affidavits of … One-fifth of candidates in poll-bound states have criminal cases against them
With a few days left for the crucial assembly elections in Kerala (polling on April 6), the ruling Communist Party of India (Marxist) is busy with a house-to-house contact programme throughout the state to inform believers of the “real situation in Sabarimala” even as people living around the revered shrine are disillusioned with the politics … Days ahead of Kerala polls, parties race to rake up Sabarimala
Days after DMK leader A Raja issued an apology following a controversy over his derogatory remarks against Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami, the Election Commission (EC) on Thursday, April 1, reprimanded him for violation of the model code of conduct, debarred him from the poll campaign for 48 hours, and removed his name from the … EC bars DMK leader A Raja from campaigning for 48 hrs
New Delhi (TIP): Sporadic violence was reported in West Bengal while Assam witnessed peaceful polling, barring a firing incident, as people exercised their franchise in large numbers in both states in the second phase of assembly elections on Thursday, April 1. Officials said that over 80.43% voter turnout was reported from 30 constituencies in West … Assembly elections : 2nd Phase: Over 80% turnout in Bengal, 77% in Assam
Every year on the Friday before Easter, Good Friday is observed and this year it falls on April 2, 2021. Easter is observed on the first Sunday after the Paschal Full Moon which falls on April 4, 2021, according to the Church’s Lunar calendar. Christians commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ on this day. For … Good Friday
Easter is a Christian holiday that celebrates the belief in the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In the New Testament of the Bible, the event is said to have occurred three days after Jesus was crucified by the Romans and died in roughly 30 A.D. The holiday concludes the “Passion of Christ,” a series of events … Easter: The Resurrection of Jesus Christ
Washington (TIP): The overall number of global Covid-19 cases has surpassed 129.4 million, while the deaths have surged to more than 2.82 million, according to the Johns Hopkins University. In its latest update on Friday morning, the University’s Center for Systems Science and Engineering (CSSE) revealed that the current global caseload and death toll stood … Global Covid-19 caseload tops 129.4 mn
India has reported 81,466 fresh Covid-19 cases in the biggest spike of 2021. It also saw 50,356 discharges and 469 deaths in the last 24 hours, as per the Union Health Ministry. With this, the total number of cases in India has gone up to 1,23,03,131. Total recoveries are at 1,15,25,039 and the number of … India records 81,466 fresh Covid-19 cases in biggest spike of 2021