SPORTS
IPL 2023 | Sam Curran becomes the most expensive buy in history; a look at the other expensive purchases
The TATA IPL Auction for the 2023 edition saw a thunderous start and fierce bidding on December 23 in Kochi. Sam Curran became the most expensive player ever to be bought in Indian Premier League, while Cameron Green is the second most expensive IPL buy. A look at the most expensive buys in IPL Auction 2023.
TECHNOLOGY
In Pics: A look at tech firms laying off their workforce in 2022
In a year marked by global headwinds, several tech firms have slashed their workforce. Let's take a look at some of the companies that are laying off employees.
TRENDS
FIFA World Cup 2022: Some quirky, bizarre costumes football fans wore during the tournament
At the first World Cup in the Middle East, fans from around the world embraced the tournament with their quirky fashion. Their eye-catching fashion, body paint, colourful attires, showing their love for the game and their favourite teams, did not fail to impress at the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar.
ENTERTAINMENT
From John Wick: Chapter 4 to Oppenheimer, here are ten most anticipated movies of 2023
Start marking your calendars for some of the most anticipated release the year 2023 is bringing in for you. Here's a list of films you are eagerly waiting for.
CRICKET
ICC T20 World Cup 2022 | Here are the records Rohit Sharma may break in this edition
Rohit Sharma, one of the best T20 batters, is the leading Indian run-scorer in the T20 World Cups so far with 847 runs in 33 matches. Let’s take a look at the records Rohit Sharma may break during the ICC T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia, which is set to kick off on October 16.
SPORTS-TRENDS
In Pics | Highest run scorers in Men’s T20 World Cup history
Each edition of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup has witnessed a new star rise scoring the most runs in the edition. Former Sri Lankan team batsman Mahela Jayawardene holds the record for scoring the highest runs in T20 World Cup history. Let’s take a look at the highest run-getter from every edition of the T20 World Cup
SPORTS-TRENDS
Men T20 World Cup: Mohammed Shami replaces injured Jasprit Bumrah, a look at India's 15-member squad
Hobbled by injuries, India begin their campaign on October 23 against Pakistan. After winning the inaugural edition of the T20 World Cup in 2007, the Men in Blue have failed to lift the trophy again. Will 2022 be different?
ENTERTAINMENT
Happy Birthday Amitabh Bachchan: A look at some of his iconic looks from his films
Hindi cinema’s biggest superstar, Amitabh Bachchan has turned 80 on October 11. The legendary actor was born in 1942 in Allahabad (now known as Prayagraj), Uttar Pradesh. Since 1969, Big B is entertaining us with his performances, creating a legacy in acting. A look at some of his iconic looks.
SPORTS-TRENDS
TATA IPL Auction 2022: Top star players who went unsold this season
The two-day auction saw the ten franchises spend a huge amount of Rs 551.7 crore to buy a total of 204 cricketers.
SPORTS-TRENDS
TATA IPL Auction 2022 | Most expensive players bought in the history of auction
The mega auction for Indian Premier League 2022 is right around the corner and we can’t keep calm to know whom every franchise will be eyeing. Ahead of IPL 2022 mega players’ auction, here’s a list of the costliest players in the history of IPL auction.
SPORTS-TRENDS
IPL 2022 Auction | Tata Group replaces Vivo as title sponsor; a look at history of sponsorship
Tata Group has replaced Chinese mobile manufacturer Vivo as the title sponsor of the Indian Premier League (IPL) for the 2022 and 2023 seasons. The mega players’ auction for the IPL 2022 will take place on February 12 and 13. With Lucknow and Ahmedabad franchises, the two new additions this season, it will be a 10-team tournament.
SPORTS-TRENDS
IPL 2022 Mega Auction | List of highest-earning retained players from eight franchises for the season
The Indian Premier League 2022 mega auction is scheduled to take place on February 12 and 13. With two new teams, Lucknow and Ahmedabad joining the Indian Premier League 2022, the upcoming season will be a 10-team tournament. The eight existing IPL franchises had listed out their retained players ahead of the much-awaited auction. The deadline for the franchises to retain their players for IPL 2022 season closed on November 30, 2021. The eight franchises were eligible to retain up to 4 players with a maximum of 3 Indians, 2 overseas and 2 uncapped Indian players. Let’s take a look at the highest-earning retained player from each existing franchises for IPL 2022.
TECHNOLOGY
Budget 2022 | A look at some major tech boost for digital India
Finance Minister presented Budget 2022 in the Parliament on February 1. FM read her speech from a ‘Made in India’ tablet for the second consecutive year. The Union budget 2022-23 focused on the growth of ‘Digital India’. Take a look at the government’s initiatives to promote digital economy and giving a push to technology-enabled development in Budget 2022.
SPORTS-TRENDS
T20 World Cup | India vs Pakistan history in world cup matches
India and Pakistan are just few hours away from the much awaited T20 World Cup match, which is scheduled to take place on October 24 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The rivalry on the pitch between the two cricket crazy neighbours is well known. Let’s take a look at all the past T20 World Cup encounters between the two teams.
SPORTS-TRENDS
T20 World Cup | India vs Pakistan: 5 players to watch out for
India and Pakistan are all set to face-off in the T20 World Cup on October 24 and fans can’t keep calm. The seventh edition of the T20 World Cup is being played in the UAE and Oman. The tournament is the first ICC cricket event which is being played after the novel coronavirus outbreak has hit the world. Ahead of the upcoming India-Pakistan clash in the T20 World Cup, we have listed out five players to watch out for.
TRENDS
10 ways to make money without a 9-to-5 desk job
Amid the global coronavirus pandemic, many lost their jobs or faced pay-cuts. People are struggling to find work and many are picking up a side job to figure out how to supplement their income. But many are tired of their 9-to-5 job and are not enthusiastic about a desk job and are looking for ways to fetch money without a job. Here are some ways to make a living without a job.
ENTERTAINMENT
These B-town stars are ready to make their digital debut this year
While the novel coronavirus outbreak delayed film releases, halted shooting and pushed the future of cinema towards uncertainty, the OTT platforms took the lead. The films which were lined up to release on big screen opted for digital release.
WORLD
Oscar 2021 | A look at the nominees from the diversified list
The 93rd Academy Award ceremony is around the corner and the world is eagerly waiting to know the winners of the prestigious award. Here’s a look at the nominees of some of the top categories for the Oscar 2021 which will be held on April 25.
TRENDS
COVID-19 pandemic | These celebs expressed their dismay over the ongoing Kumbh Mela festival
Over 1,700 people have tested positive for COVID-19 in the Haridwar Kumbh Mela area from April 10 to 14 confirming fears that one of the world's largest religious gatherings may contribute further to the rapid rise in coronavirus cases. The pictures from the gathering has raised the brows of many to wonder about the Kumbh Mela situation and coronavirus spread.
TRENDS
From Kartik Aaryan to Shraddha Kapoor, a look at some Bollywood stars who left films midway
Karan Johan’s Dharma Production fired actor Kartik Aaryan from their upcoming movie ‘Dostana 2’. This is not the first time an actor has been replaced from a film in between the shoot. Let’s take a look at some of the instances from the past.
WORLD
In Pics | MacKenzie Scott: The woman who started Bystander Revolution
MacKenzie Scott’s 2020 charitable giving totaled $5.8 billion, one of the biggest annual distributions by a private individual to working charities. According to the recent Forbes data, philanthropist MacKenzie Scott is named the third richest women in the world in the year 2021 with a net worth of $54.9 billion.
TRENDS
Virat Kohli crosses 100 million followers on Instagram; look at 10 most followed sportsperson on Instagram
The International Cricket Council took to social media to honour the Indian skipper for becoming the first cricket star to hit 100 million followers on Instagram. Kohli is also the first Asian celebrity to cross 100 million followers on Instagram.
BUSINESS
Mukesh Ambani continues to top Hurun’s India Rich List 2021; Here are the top 10 wealthy Indians on the list
According to the Hurun report, India now has 209 billionaires, of which 177 live in India. Hurun report released its 10th edition of Hurun Global Rich List on March 2, ranking 3228 billionaires from around the world. Despite the ongoing global coronavirus pandemic, total wealth of billionaires increased by 32 percent to $14.7 trillion.
ENTERTAINMENT
Top 10 YouTube channels with the highest number of subscribers
Indian music video channel T-Series is the most-subscribed YouTube channels with a subscriber count of 174 million. The channel has held this position since April 2019, which was earlier held by the Swedish comedy channel PewDiePie run by Felix Arvid Ulf Kjellberg. Here is the list of top 10 YouTube channels with the most subscribers as of March 2, 2021.
