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NBA star to fund funeral of teen who shot self on Instagram
Former NBA basketball player Shaquille O'Neal has decided to pay for the funeral of Malachi Hemphill, a teenager who accidentally shot and killed himself while streaming on Instagram Live. The NBA star called and then visited the teenager's family on Thursday night to grieve with the family and allay their financial concerns.
Red Bull F1 driver overtakes 9 cars on 1st lap of wet track
Red Bull's 19-year-old Formula One driver Max Verstappen overtook nine cars in the first lap of the Chinese Grand Prix in a duration of over two minutes from the race's start. The wet conditions at the Shanghai International Circuit helped Verstappen, who began the race at the 16th grid slot, to finish the race at the third position.
Dhawan's shot destroys laptop; Laxman gets angry at analyst
Sunrisers Hyderabad opener Shikhar Dhawan hit a cut shot towards the third man boundary, which damaged an SRH analyst's laptop during the team's IPL fixture against Kolkata Knight Riders. The analyst, who left his seat to save himself as the ball approached the SRH dugout, was later reprimanded by SRH mentor VVS Laxman for not saving the laptop.
Maxwell gets angry at journalist, walks out of interview
Kings XI Punjab captain Glenn Maxwell got angry at a journalist before walking out of the press conference after Kings XI's loss on Saturday. Maxwell was asked about his performance against spin, to which he replied, "Do you understand in the last three games I've hit leg spinners for six repeatedly?". Maxwell termed it 'a shit question' before walking out.
Group claims to carry out 'biggest hack in YouTube history'
Hacker group OurMine this week hacked into several YouTube vlog accounts managed by media company Studio71 such as Roman Atwood and 'Superwoman' Lilly Singh in what it claims was the "biggest hack in YouTube history." The group changed video titles to "#OurMine," while the descriptions read, "Don't worry we are just testing your security, please contact us for more information."
Man sues gay dating app as 1,100 strangers visit him for sex
A New York-based man has sued gay dating app Grindr after a former partner created fake accounts in his name, sending over 1,100 strangers to visit him for sex. The lawsuit, which was originally filed earlier this year, has now been amended to accuse Grindr of fraud and deceptive business practices after it failed to take down the fake accounts.
11-km saree showing govt schemes made for PM's Gujarat visit
Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Surat visit, an 11-km long saree depicting schemes launched by the Central government has been displayed along the route of his scheduled road-show. Further, city authorities have reportedly spent ₹4-5 crore in preparation for the visit. Notably, the state police have detained over 1,600 listed criminals as "preventive measure" ahead of the visit.
Isco, Messi brace fetch wins for Real Madrid, Barcelona
Real Madrid maintained their lead atop La Liga points table registering a 3-2 win against relegation-threatened Sporting on Saturday with a last-minute goal from Isco. Meanwhile, Barcelona came back from their consecutive losses against Málaga and Juventus to defeat Real Sociedad 3-2. Isco and Lionel Messi both scored twice for their respective teams ahead of the upcoming El Clásico clash.
Petrol price raised by ₹1.39/litre; diesel by ₹1.04/litre
Oil companies on Saturday increased the price of petrol by ₹1.39/litre and the price of diesel by ₹1.04/litre. Non-branded petrol and diesel in Delhi will now cost ₹68.07/litre and ₹56.83/litre, respectively. "The current level of international product prices of Petrol & Diesel and INR-USD exchange rate" warrants a change in the price of petrol and diesel, state-owned IOCL said.
IITs to admit more women to maintain gender balance
To rectify the poor gender balance, the Joint Admissions Board of the IITs has approved additional seats for women candidates from 2018. The "supernumerary" seats would be hiked every year until the enrolment of females touched 20%. "In case a female candidate is unable to come through the general category she will be admitted through the supernumerary one," officials said.
World's oldest person Emma Morano dies aged 117
Emma Morano, an Italian woman aged 117 years, believed to be the world's oldest person and the last known survivor of the 19th century, died on Saturday in Italy. Morano was born on November 29, 1899. Her life spanned three centuries, two World Wars and more than 90 Italian governments.
Snapchat denies ex-staffer claim of CEO calling India 'poor'
Snapchat has denied a former employee's claim alleging that CEO Evan Spiegel in 2015 had said, "This app is only for rich people...I don't want to expand into poor countries like India and Spain". Responding to the claim, Snapchat said, "This is ridiculous. Obviously Snapchat is for everyone! It's available worldwide to download for free."
Pak to submit evidence based on Jadhav's confession to UN
Pakistan has prepared a new document containing evidence against ex-Indian Navy officer Kulbhushan Jadhav based on his early video confessional statement and also statements given before the court, according to reports. The attested report of Court Martial General will also be included in the dossier. Earlier, India had demanded copies of the charge sheet and judgement against Jadhav.
North Korean test missile explodes during launch
A North Korean missile exploded during a test launch on Sunday, the US and South Korean officials have said. The missile explosion happened hours before US Vice President Mike Pence was due to arrive in South Korea for talks on North Korea. This comes a day after North Korea held a military parade marking state Founder Kim Il-Sung's birth anniversary.
Dortmund blast explosives may be from military: Reports
The explosives used in the attack on football club Borussia Dortmund's team bus in Germany on Tuesday may have come from the German armed forces' supplies, according to reports. This comes after unverified letters, claiming that Islamist militants carried the attack, were found. The blast injured a player and postponed the club's UEFA Champions League quarter-final by a day.
Many Indians uninstall Snapchat on CEO's 'poor India' remark
Many Indian Snapchat users are giving 1-star ratings and even uninstalling Snapchat app, on Snapchat's CEO Evan Spiegel's alleged remark of "I don't want to expand into poor countries like India". Spiegel had made the remark in 2015, according to a former Snapchat employee. Spiegel had also allegedly said, "This app is only for rich people".
BJP expels 21 members ahead of MCD polls
Days before civic polls in Delhi, the BJP on Saturday expelled 21 members for six years allegedly for anti-party activities. The expelled members include five sitting councillors, out which four are contesting the civic polls against the party's official candidates. Notably, the BJP has decided not to give tickets to all its sitting councillors in the three corporations.
Don't be complacent, BJP yet to reach peak: Shah to BJP men
BJP President Amit Shah has cautioned party leaders against complacency, and said BJP is yet to reach its peak. While speaking at BJP's National Executive meeting in Bhubaneswar, he said BJP's "golden era" would come when it will rule the entire country, from panchayats to Parliament. He also laid down plans for the party's growth in Southern and Eastern India.
Bajrang Dal leader declares ₹1L award for beheading Abdullah
A Bajrang Dal leader from Agra, Govind Parashar, has announced a ₹1-lakh cash reward for "anyone who can bring the head" of former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah. Parashar dubbed Abdullah as an anti-national for allegedly defending those who pelt stones and attack the security forces. Notably, Abdullah was declared winner in the Srinagar by-polls on Saturday.
Empty vessels make the most noise: Parrikar on Pakistan
Reacting to the death sentence awarded to Indian national Kulbhushan Jadhav by Pakistan, Goa CM Manohar Parrikar on Saturday said "empty vessels make the most noise", adding that Pakistan needs some reasons to remain engaged. "It (Pakistan) should understand that if India starts retaliating, then Pakistan does not have the power to fight back," he said.
Will send those to Pak who won't sing Vande Mataram: BJP MLA
BJP MLA from Hyderabad, Raja Singh, has said that those who won't sing Vande Mataram will be sent to Pakistan. "You will see soon that we don't have to put a sword to your neck. You will lower your head, get on your knees and accept to sing it because you want to stay in India," he reportedly said.
BJP lodges police complaint against Kejriwal over EC remarks
The Delhi BJP on Saturday said it has lodged a police complaint against Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal for dubbing the Election Commission as 'Dhritarashtra', and over "misleading" hoardings put up by the AAP. Slamming the poll body over tampering of EVMs, Kejriwal had said the Election Commission acted like 'Dhritarashtra' to help son 'Duryodhana' (BJP) win the recent Assembly elections.
Sena MP who hit airline staffer hires look-alike for selfies
Ravindra Gaikwad, the Shiv Sena MP who had hit an Air India staffer with slippers, has hired a body double to cater to people who want to get a selfie clicked with him. The body double bears a striking resemblance to Gaikwad. The MP has instructed the look-alike to wear kurta-pyjamas to appear like him while he roams in T-shirts.
Never pelted stones in life: Man who was tied to Army jeep
The Kashmiri man, Farooq Dar, who was seen tied to an Army vehicle has said he has never pelted stones in his life. Dar was out to cast vote when the incident happened. He said he was picked up by an Army contingent that wanted to enter a village with poll officials. However, Dar said he won't lodge a complaint.
Citing interference, Manipur minister resigns within a month
Manipur Health and Family Welfare Minister Langpoklakpam Jayentakumar Singh has resigned citing 'interference' to his authority, a month after being sworn in as the minister in the BJP-led government. The minister didn't provide details about the nature of interference he faced. However, CM Nongthombam Biren Singh claimed that he didn't have any information about the minister's resignation.
Bomb blast on bus convoy kills 100 near Syria's Aleppo
At least 100 people were killed and several others were injured after a bomb blast hit a bus convoy carrying residents from government-held towns in Syria on Saturday, volunteer rescue group White Helmets said. The blast took place as the residents, alongside hundreds of pro-government fighters, were leaving their towns under a deal reached between the Syrian government and rebels.
Terrorism one of gravest threats to religious freedom: Trump
In a weekly radio and web address, US President Donald Trump said that terrorism is one of the gravest threats to religious freedom around the world. Trump condemned Egypt's bombings that killed at least 45 people and injured over 100 others on Sunday and said, "We pray for...a better tomorrow...where good people of all faiths...can worship according to their conscience."
'Maleficent 2' to be Angelina Jolie's last film: Reports
According to reports, actress Angelina Jolie is planning to quit acting in films as she wants to focus on her six children. The upcoming fantasy film 'Maleficent 2' will reportedly be her last film. "She wants to write and direct but as far as acting is concerned, she has retired," a source was quoted as saying.
Saying 1 incorrect word in English like a crime: Pak actress
Pakistani actress Saba Qamar has said that speaking one incorrect word in English is treated like a crime. She added, "I believe the reason for this is that English is not just a language but a status symbol in our society." Saba further said that nobody says anything if one makes a mistake while speaking their native language.
Daredevils ease to 51-run win over Kings XI Punjab
Delhi Daredevils eased to a 51-run win over Kings XI Punjab in their Indian Premier League match on Saturday. Batting first, Daredevils put up 188/6 with Sam Billings scoring a 40-ball 55. In reply, Kings XI managed to score only 137/9 with Axar Patel top-scoring with a 29-ball 44. Daredevils' all-rounder Chris Morris picked up three wickets.
Football exec gets lifetime ban for pinching referee's butt
Moncef Khemakhem, President of Tunisian football club CS Sfaxien, has been given a lifetime suspension after he admitted to twice pinching a referee's buttocks. The Tunisian Football Federation accused Khemakhem of verbally abusing match officials and called his actions "indecent assault" and "harm to good morals". The CS Sfaxien chief has been handed a ₹8.3 lakh fine.
AAP releases 'MCD: Most Corrupt Dept' booklet before polls
Ahead of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) polls, the AAP has released a booklet titled 'MCD: Most Corrupt Department' to slam the BJP's work. The booklet accuses the BJP-ruled MCD of corruption, having ghost employees, pension scam, misgovernance, and having a dearth of funds. Delhi's civic body polls are scheduled to be held on April 23.
8 charged with terrorism over Pakistani student's lynching
Eight Pakistanis involved in the mob lynching of a fellow university student Mashal Khan were charged with murder and terrorism on Saturday, according to reports. Khan, a journalism student, was stripped, beaten, shot, and thrown from the second floor of his hostel for allegedly publishing blasphemous content online and promoting the Ahmadi faith. n
Over 2,000 migrants rescued from Mediterranean Sea
As many as 2,074 migrants trying to reach Europe were rescued from the Mediterranean Sea on Friday as a part of 19 rescue operations, conducted jointly by a number of charities, reports said. The migrants were found travelling on separate vessels, including three small wooden boats and 16 rubber boats, in one of which a teenager was reportedly found dead.
French judges ask EU Parliament to lift Le Pen's immunity
French judges have asked the European Parliament to suspend the parliamentary immunity of far-right presidential candidate Marine Le Pen for refusing to attend questioning over alleged misuse of EU funds. Notably, Le Pen, who has denied misusing parliamentary funds, was summoned by judges in early March but she refused to be questioned citing immunity as a European lawmaker.
Non-bailable arrest warrant issued against Sanjay Dutt
A non-bailable arrest warrant has been issued against actor Sanjay Dutt over alleged threats to producer Shakil Noorani. He had alleged that the actor had failed to complete a film in 2002 despite taking the signing amount of ₹50 lakh. Dutt was then asked to pay ₹2 crore for losses incurred, following which Noorani claimed he started receiving threat calls.
Musicians aboard Titanic continued to perform as ship sank
The musicians aboard the British passenger liner RMS Titanic are believed to have continued to perform as the ship sank, to 'calm the passengers'. Surviving passengers claimed that the musicians kept playing as the ship went down and even after some of the musicians were swept into the waves. Notably, the Titanic sank 105 years ago on April 15.
Leonardo da Vinci designed a tank, robotic knight, parachute
Italian painter and inventor Leonardo da Vinci's works show designs of a robotic knight, a parachute and an armoured tank. He also worked on developing an aerial screw of a helicopter, a submarine, a self-propelled cart and ball bearings, among other things. Leonardo da Vinci was born 565 years ago, on April 15, 1452.
Mark Zuckerberg sold $1 billion of Facebook stock in 1 year
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg sold more than $1 billion worth of the company's stock in the past year to fund the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative. According to a proxy annual statement, Zuckerberg had about 9.6 million fewer shares in March than from a year ago, which would be valued at over $1.3 billion based on Facebook's closing share price on Friday.
ECI must ensure people's trust won't be destroyed: Congress
The Congress on Saturday said that the Election Commission of India (ECI) must take necessary steps to solve the issue of alleged electronic vote tampering. "Election Commission must try to solve the EVM problem. It is the responsibility of Election Commission of India to ensure that the people's trust won't be destroyed," Congress leader Raj Babbar said.
I'm ready for anti-BJP alliance for 2019 polls: Akhilesh
Former Uttar Pradesh CM Akhilesh Yadav on Saturday said, "I am ready for alliance against BJP's propaganda. I will duly perform my role in the alliance." His remark comes a day after BSP chief Mayawati proposed the idea of the anti-BJP alliance for the 2019 general elections on the occasion of 126th birth anniversary of Dr BR Ambedkar on Friday.
Even a united Opposition can't take on Modi in 2019: Rajnath
Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh has said that even a united Opposition cannot take on Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the 2019 general elections. "Opposition parties have been left with nothing. Their coming together won't make any difference. It is also because of the fact that the credibility of Opposition leaders is low," he added.
BJP people do not consider us as Hindu: Akhilesh Yadav
Former Uttar Pradesh CM and SP leader Akhilesh Yadav on Saturday said that the BJP people do not consider them as Hindu. "Now, it feels like if I go to a temple I should click a picture and tweet it," Yadav added. He also said that the UP government should not defame Romeo by naming anti eve-teasing squad after him.
Scammers hijack Airbnb accounts to rob hosts' homes
At least three Airbnb hosts claim to have been robbed by scammers pretending to be travellers by hacking into guest accounts with high ratings and good reviews. The scammers used leaked passwords to book the accommodations using hijacked accounts and then burgled the houses before leaving. Some hackers have reportedly also taken over host accounts to extort money from travellers.
It was do or die: Army official on Kashmiri man tied to jeep
Reacting to a video showing a man strapped to a vehicle being used as a shield, an Army official described it was a “do or die” situation during an attack by local residents in Budgam. According to Army sources, a convoy carrying poll officials had come under heavy stone-pelting by locals and the "attack sent things spinning out of control".
J&K: 50 students injured after security forces fire pellets
More than 50 students were wounded on Saturday in Jammu and Kashmir after security forces fired tear gas shells and pellets outside a degree college in Pulwama to disperse stone-pelting protestors. "Three critically injured persons have been referred to Srinagar. We have treated 54 students so far and the number of injured might increase," Pulwama's Chief Medical Officer said.
Canadian brewery makes 'Fake News Ale' inspired by Trump
Canada-based Northern Maverick brewery has created a beer called the 'Fake News Ale', inspired by US President Donald Trump. Adding that 5% of the beer sales will go towards helping Americans "reverse a questionable policy", the brewery said, "the beer was created to stand in solidarity with our American neighbours in their time of need for beer."
Fashion house Moschino creates Candy Crush-themed collection
Italian luxury fashion house Moschino has partnered with games company King to create a limited edition Candy Crush-themed collection to celebrate the fifth anniversary of the game. The collection includes a swimwear, a backpack, and an iPhone case. The least expensive item is the phone case which comes for ₹4,512 while the costliest item, the backpack, comes for ₹41,904. nn
TV news channel CEO arrested for blackmailing businessman
Kannada TV channel Janasri News' CEO Lakshmiprasad Vajapai has been arrested on charges of extortion and blackmailing, a police official has said. He has been arrested on a complaint by a businessman. "He was blackmailing the businessman threatening to show black side of the business to entire world, and he will have to pay ₹10 crore for this," police said.
Infosys is fighting the wrong battle, says advisory firm
Claiming that Infosys was fighting the "wrong battle", advisory firm IiAS said while Ravi Venkatesan's appointment as Co-chairman may be seen as Infosys' board listening to feedback, in doing so it has "courted another controversy". His appointment adds another layer of leadership and could create "factions", it said. The appointment also changes the power balance at the board, it added.
After Trump said dollar getting too strong, currency plunges
The dollar slumped and Treasury bond yields dropped to the lowest level this year after US President Donald Trump said the currency was getting "too strong". "I think our dollar is getting too strong, and partially that's my fault because people have confidence in me," he had said. Trump also said he will not brand China as a currency manipulator.
Amitabh Bachchan to play a cameo in Akshay Kumar's 'Padman'
Actor Amitabh Bachchan has revealed that he will play a cameo role in Akshay Kumar's upcoming film 'Padman'. The film is based on Arunachalam Muruganantham, a man who made sanitary pads accessible to the women of his village. Directed by R Balki and produced by Akshay's wife Twinkle Khanna, the film will also star Sonam Kapoor and Radhika Apte.
If fairness creams are racist so is hair colour: Uday Chopra
Actor Uday Chopra tweeted that if fairness creams are racist, so is hair colour. This comes after Abhay Deol recently slammed Bollywood actors, including Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone and Sonam Kapoor for endorsing fairness creams and called such campaigns "racist". Uday further tweeted, "[Using fairness creams] is a self esteem issue. Don't [use them] if you think you're fine!"
Film was important not clothes, says Shabana on Cannes pic
Actress Shabana Azmi took to Twitter to share a picture of herself with late actress Smita Patil and filmmaker Shyam Benegal from Cannes Film Festival 1976. "The simplicity of it all. Film was important not the clothes," read the caption alongside the picture. Shabana also revealed that they walked down the promenade in saris for attention.
Pic shows Fatima's look test for upcoming Aamir film: Report
A picture showing Fatima Shaikh, who was last seen in 2016 film 'Dangal', has surfaced online. As per reports, the picture is said to be the look test of the actress for the upcoming film 'Thugs of Hindostan', which will star Aamir Khan and Amitabh Bachchan. Reports also suggest that Fatima has been finalised for a role in the film.
Bharathiraja never accepted me as a good actor: Rajinikanth
Actor Rajinikanth has said that filmmaker Bharathiraja never accepted him as a good actor. He added, "He likes me, but in his old interviews, when journalist asked him his opinion on me as an actor, he would say, He is a good human being." Notably, Rajinikanth starred in Bharathiraja's directorial debut film '16 Vayathinile'. nn
Michael Jackson's sister Janet shares 1st pic of newborn son
Late singer Michael Jackson's sister Janet Jackson took to social media to share a picture of herself with her newborn son Eissa. "My baby and me after nap time," she wrote in the photo's caption. Eissa, who was born in January this year, is Janet's first child with her third husband Wissam Al Mana.
Don't judge MS Dhoni on his IPL performance: Sehwag
After '#Dhonidropped' began trending on Twitter, former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag said that a player of MS Dhoni's stature should not be judged just by the outcome of three-four games. "You can't even imagine an Indian side going to Champions Trophy without Dhoni," Sehwag said about Dhoni's importance to the Indian limited-overs side.
KKR maintain unbeaten home run against SRH with 17-run win
Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad by 17 runs, thereby maintaining their unbeaten home run against SRH, which began from the tournament's 2013 edition. Batting first, KKR registered 172/6 with Robin Uthappa scoring a 39-ball 68. In reply, Sunrisers fell short of the target after all of KKR's bowlers except Umesh Yadav picked up at least one wicket.
Nobody's got to use internet: US rep on privacy rules
A Republican lawmaker, who voted to rollback US internet privacy rules, told attendees at a town hall meeting, "Nobody's got to use the Internet." He said this in response to a question on why internet providers should be able to share customer data without permission. "If you start regulating the internet like a utility...we would have no internet," he added.
Russian committee approves foreign travel ban for police
A Russian legislative committee for security has recommended a bill to the Parliament banning all people who work for Russian Interior Ministry, including all police, from traveling abroad for recreational and personal reasons. The bill, which was initially drafted in late 2015, also forbids Russian citizens from entering police service if they have residence permits issued by foreign countries.
US coalition admits to killing 18 Syrian fighters by mistake
The United States Central Command on Thursday said that US-led coalition fighting ISIS in Syria mistakenly killed at least 18 Syrian Democratic Forces fighters in an air strike this week. Adding that the coalition is assessing the cause of the incident, the command said that the strike was "requested by partner forces", who identified the target as "ISIS fighting position".
Porn clip plays on a screen at Delhi's Rajiv Chowk station
A pornographic video was played on an LED screen installed at Delhi Metro's Rajiv Chowk station, according to footage recently surfaced online. The incident happened on April 9 wherein the video lasted for nearly a minute. Claiming that the screen was under commissioning and testing by a private contractor, the Delhi Metro has initiated a probe into the matter.
When I fail, I lock myself in a bathroom & cry it out: SRK
Actor Shah Rukh Khan has said that when his films do not do well, he locks himself in the bathroom and cries it out. "By the way, it's okay for men and women both to cry it out," he added. SRK further said success and failure are transient and asked people to be realistic and keep working.
Badminton Super Series final to be all-Indian for first time
Shuttlers Kidambi Srikanth and B Sai Praneeth won their respective semi-final matches at the Singapore Open on Saturday to set up the first-ever all-India Super Series final, which will be played on Sunday. Praneeth reached his maiden Super Series final by defeating Korea's Lee Dong-keun 21-6, 21-8 earlier in the day, while Srikanth defeated Indonesia's Anthony Sinisuka Ginting 21-13, 21-14.
Sale of whiteners, thinners to minors banned in Delhi
Juvenile Justice Board on Saturday ordered the Delhi government to issue a notification to ban the sale of whiteners, thinners and vulcanised solutions to children below the age of 18 years to check drug abuse. The board further asked the government to assign one de-addiction centre per district, observing that the existing centres in the national capital region are overcrowded.
Lincoln's coffin has been moved 17 times, opened 5 times
The coffin of Abraham Lincoln, who was the President of the United States between 1861-1865, is known to have been moved 17 times and opened five times. The coffin was reportedly moved because of construction done to his tomb and was opened for identification. Notably, Lincoln's 152nd death anniversary was observed on Saturday.
Emma Watson auditioned eight times for role in Harry Potter
British actress Emma Watson auditioned for the role of Hermione Granger in the 'Harry Potter' series eight times, when she was nine years old. The series author, JK Rowling, wanted Watson for the role since Watson's first screen test. The actress, who has also appeared in 'Beauty and the Beast' and 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower', turns 27 today.
Barkha without Dutt like poori minus channa: Barkha to CBFC
Journalist Barkha Dutt, while responding to Censor Board's decision to edit out 'Dutt' from her name in the film 'Noor', tweeted, "Barkha without the Dutt dear Censor Board is kinda like poori minus channa". "I am a public person after all... Rather whimsical I think to now make my name a subject of censorship!" she added.
Singer leaves concert when asked to not perform Hindi songs
Singer Zubeen Garg left his concert mid-way in Guwahati on Friday after the organisers interrupted the concert and raised objections over him singing Hindi songs. The organisers argued that there was a tradition of presenting only Assamese music during the event. "I will sing whatever I like, you cannot dictate me," said Zubeen before leaving the stage.
SRK is Jackie Chan, The Rock, Tom Cruise, all in one: Brett
Actor Shah Rukh Khan is Jackie Chan, Dwayne 'Rock' Johnson, Tom Cruise and Tom Hanks, all combined in one, said Brett Ratner, director of 2006 film 'X-Men: The Last Stand'. Ratner said this at the San Francisco Film Festival. A tribute was paid to Shah Rukh at the festival and his film 'My Name is Khan' was also screened.
Mahavir Phogat awarded FICCI's gender parity award
Mahavir Singh Phogat, father of wrestler Geeta Phogat was awarded FICCI's gender parity award for his contribution in harnessing his daughters' talent. Founder of Apollo Hospitals Prathap C Reddy was also awarded the honour. The event also witnessed the launch of the country's first gender parity index by FICCI's Ladies Organisation, to gauge women contribution in the corporate sector.
Mark Zuckerberg is why I’m walking, says Sheryl Sandberg
Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg has said that the social media platform's CEO Mark Zuckerberg is the reason she's still "walking" after the death of her husband in 2015. "When I felt so overwhelmed and so isolated and just needed to cry, I would grab him into his conference room and he would just sit there with me," she added.n
Apple receives permit to start testing self-driving cars
Technology major Apple has received a permit to test self-driving cars in California. The permit covers three Lexus vehicles, which are of the same model as the cars being used by Google for its self-driving tests. Apple is reportedly working on autonomous driving technology and not a full-fledged car of its own.
Kejriwal calls for postponing municipal polls over EVM issue
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has demanded that the municipal polls in the national capital be postponed by a month or two till arrangements are made to use EVMs equipped with paper trails. Kejriwal has alleged that "redundant" pre-2006 EVMs that can be "hacked even by a child" are going to be used in the civic body polls.
J&K govt should be dismissed, hold fresh polls: Abdullah
Following his victory in Srinagar by-polls, former Jammu and Kashmir CM Farooq Abdullah on Saturday requested the President to dismiss the present state government. Governor's rule must be imposed in J&K and fresh elections should be conducted, Abdullah said. Further, he stated this was the bloodiest election ever. Srinagar by-elections had witnessed widespread violence and several deaths.
Before Uber I prayed for a passing bullock cart, tweets user
Reacting to a recent interview in which Uber's Bengaluru GM said Indians were "locked up at home" before Uber, a Twitter user said, "It's true. Before Uber, I had to pray for passing bullock carts to take me to gigs." Another tweeted, "The elephant I used to hire...has now been able to return to its natural habitat. Thank you, Uber."
25 is 'golden age' for random decision making: Study
People's ability to make random choices peaks around the age of 25, according to a study. The study involved over 3,400 participants aged 4 to 91 years, who were asked to list down hypothetical results of a series of coin flips and rolls of a die. Scientists found that at age 25 "humans best outsmart computers" in generating algorithmic randomness.
Can't rule out sabotage in Rajya Rani derailment: Police
A three-foot portion of the track where eight coaches of the Rajya Rani Express derailed was missing and a sabotage angle can not be ruled out, Uttar Pradesh police said. A team of the Anti-Terror Squad (ATS) has also started an investigation to probe a possible terrorism angle. Notably, at least 10 passengers were reportedly injured in the derailment.
IIT-Madras students go on hunger strike in farmers' support
A group of students from IIT-Madras have begun a two-day hunger strike expressing solidarity with the Tamil Nadu farmers who are currently staging protests in New Delhi. The protest is voluntary and the event is being organised inside the campus. Farmers have been protesting in the national capital demanding a waiver of their agricultural loans.
Newspaper staff threatened for covering gay detention camp
The staff of a Russian newspaper, who documented the alleged rounding up of gay men in a Chechen concentration camp, have received threats of "retribution". The newspaper had described how around 100 men have been detained in the camp, leaving at least three dead. The newspaper's editors said they had “serious concerns for the safety of Novaya Gazeta’s entire staff".
Russia prepares new UN anti-cybercrime convention: Reports
Russia has prepared a new UN convention on countering computer crime as a replacement of the current Budapest Convention, according to reports. Notably, Russia believes the current convention could potentially threaten the sovereignty of independent states by allowing trans-border access to stored computer data during cybercrime investigations by the special services of various nations. nn
US successfully tests new nuclear gravity bomb
The US National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) has announced that it along with the US Air Force successfully field-tested a modernised gravity nuclear bomb B61-12 on March 14 at the Tonopah Test Range in Nevada. The test was intended to evaluate the weapon's "non-nuclear functions" and the aircraft's capability to deliver the weapon, NNSA said.
Airline offers fliers ₹6.4L to give up seat post United case
Delta Airlines will offer up to nearly $10,000 (₹6.4 lakh) to passengers to give up their seats on overbooked flights. This is a jump from the previous cap of $1,350 (over ₹87,000). The move by Delta comes after United Airlines faced backlash after a video emerged showing a passenger being forcibly removed from a sold-out flight.
Fisher's daughter wears 'Princess Leia' dress as tribute
Late actress Carrie Fisher's daughter Billie Lourd wore a custom-made dress by designer Tom Ford at Star Wars' 40th-anniversary celebration. The dress was inspired by Fisher's outfit in the 'Star Wars' film franchise, where she portrayed the character 'Princess Leia'. "My mom used to say she never knew where Princess Leia ended and Carrie Fisher began," said Billie.
Sofia Hayat claims she was sexually assaulted in Mecca
Model Sofia Hayat has claimed that she was sexually assaulted at Mecca in Saudi Arabia. In a video shared on Instagram, Sofia alleged that a man groped her from behind and she was pushed so hard that she couldn't breathe. She added, "Peace, love and respect..have been forgotten in the very place they should be remembered."
Remarks on Goa return not linked with pressure: Parrikar
Goa CM Manohar Parrikar's office on Saturday clarified that his remarks on return to Goa were not linked to the pressure of issues like Kashmir. Parrikar becoming Goa CM was "under the necessity of situation due to coalition partners' demand," the statement said. Earlier, Parrikar allegedly said the pressure of issues like Kashmir made him quit as the Defence Minister.
Cong launches website on works, life of Dr BR Ambedkar
Congress on Friday launched a website on the life and works of Dalit leader Dr BR Ambedkar on his 126th birth anniversary. The website, called 'questforequity.org', contains pictures of his achievements and a copy of the original Constitution of India. It aims to be the "definitive platform for data, research and legislation on...minority communities," the party said.
Uber has spent over $8 billion since it was founded in 2009
Ride-hailing startup Uber has spent at least $8 billion since it was founded in 2009 and claims to have $7 billion cash on hand, along with an untapped $2.3 billion credit facility. Revealing its financials for the first time, Uber added that it more than doubled gross bookings in 2016 to $20 billion, with adjusted net loss of $2.8 billion.
Farooq Abdullah wins Srinagar Lok Sabha by-poll by 10K votes
National Conference President Farooq Abdullah on Saturday won the Srinagar Lok Sabha by-poll after defeating PDP candidate Nazir Ahmad Khan by around 10,000 votes. Abdullah had faced his first electoral defeat in his over 35-year-long political career when he had lost to PDP's Tariq Hameed Karra in 2014 General Elections. Karra had later resigned from Lok Sabha.
Leonardo da Vinci was first to explain why the sky is blue
Italian artist and inventor Leonardo da Vinci is known to be the first person to explain 'why the sky is blue', in his writings compiled around the early 1500s. To explain the phenomenon, he monitored sunlight passing through wood smoke, suggesting how light is scattered. Notably, Leonardo da Vinci's 565th birth anniversary was observed on Saturday.
Most McDonald's Big Macs consumed by a person is 28,788
The most McDonald's Big Macs were consumed by Donald Gorske from USA, who ate his 28,788th Big Mac on August 24, 2016, according to Guinness. Gorske typically eats 14 burgers each week, and usually purchases the burgers in bulk and microwaves them at home. In the last 44 years, he hasn't eaten a Big Mac on only eight days.
CBFC censors Barkha Dutt's surname in Sonakshi Sinha's Noor
The Censor Board has asked the makers of Sonakshi Sinha starrer film 'Noor' to edit out 'Dutt' from the name of journalist Barkha Dutt. "Referring to real-life characters without their consent is not allowed," said a member of the CBFC. The makers were given the option of either getting the journalist's permission or to censor the direct reference to her.
What is the knuckleball, on which Tye took 4 of 5 wickets?
Gujarat Lions pacer Andrew Tye, who became the first bowler to take a hat-trick and five-for on IPL debut, took four of his five wickets on knuckleballs. A knuckleball is a slower delivery, often referred "unhittable" because of its unpredictable movement. It is gripped at the fingertips and pitched in a manner so as to eliminate spin on the ball.
Hoardings in UP ask people to chant Yogi-Yogi or leave state
Hoardings asking people to chant Yogi-Yogi if they want to live in UP were put up at various parts of Meerut. Though the district administration has now removed the hoardings, the Hindu Yuva Vahini officials have said their name was used in hoardings to malign their image. The hoardings also had pictures of PM Narendra Modi and CM Yogi Adityanath.
Before Uber, Indians were locked up at home: Uber B'luru GM
Ride-hailing startup Uber's Bengaluru General Manager Christian Freese in a recent interview said that before Uber, "folks were rather locked up at home." He added, "Now you can see people go out, especially on the weekend." Last year, Uber CEO Travis Kalanick said, "India will be the last one to get autonomous cars! Have you seen how people drive here?"
Entire nervous system of an animal recorded for first time
In a first, researchers have successfully recorded the firing of every neuron in an animal's body. The freshwater animal, hydra has a simple network of few thousand neurons unlike the complex human brain, which made it possible to map the nervous system. Studying neural circuits might lead to new insights into human brain and treating illnesses like schizophrenia, researchers said.
Only 1 in 20 Indians with mental illness gets treatment
Only one in 20 persons with anxiety, mood disorders and addictions gets treatment in India, a survey published in the Indian Journal of Psychiatry stated. It tracked the prevalence of disorders in around 25,000 people above 18 years at 11 sites in India. While anxiety and mood disorders were more prevalent among women, substance abuse was prevalent among men.
ISIS denies suffering casualties from US bomb in Afghanistan
The militant group Islamic State has denied that it had suffered any casualties from the US military's largest non-nuclear bomb which hit its mountain hideouts in Afghanistan on Thursday. However, Afghan officials had claimed that at least 90 Islamic State militants were killed in the air strike which destroyed three ISIS underground tunnels along with weapons and ammunition.
White House breaks Obama policy, won't release visitor logs
US President Donald Trump's administration has said that it will not make public the logs of visitors to the White House, breaking a practice that was established under former President Barack Obama. National security risks and privacy concerns of visitors was the reason for keeping the records secret, officials said. The Obama administration had released nearly 60 lakh visitor records.