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Premier League: Burnley boss Sean Dyche expects ‘strange results’ once fixtures resume post-lockdown

Premier League players will need time to find their feet once the top-flight season resumes and the uncertainty surrounding their fitness and mentality could lead to surprising results, Burnley manager Sean Dyche has said. The post Premier League: Burnley boss Sean Dyche expects ‘strange results’ once fixtures resume post-lockdown appeared first on Firstpost.

IOA president Narinder Batra nominates joint secretary Rakesh Gupta to record minutes of EC, GB meetings

Batra said this was being done for the purposes of good governance and transparency. The post IOA president Narinder Batra nominates joint secretary Rakesh Gupta to record minutes of EC, GB meetings appeared first on Firstpost.

LaLiga: Atletico Madrid’s Joao Felix likely to miss resumption of season after picking up knee injury in training

Atletico said in a statement the 20-year-old, who cost the club 126 million euros ($137.31 million) from Benfica last year, had sprained the medial ligament in his left knee. The post LaLiga: Atletico Madrid’s Joao Felix likely to miss resumption of season after picking up knee injury in training appeared first on Firstpost.

Coronavirus Outbreak: EuroLeague cancels remainder of season without winners’ trophy being awarded

The EuroLeague, which is composed of 18 teams across 10 European nations, had been suspended since 12 March. League officials said they “explored every possible option” in trying to find a way to resume the season. The post Coronavirus Outbreak: EuroLeague cancels remainder of season without winners’ trophy being awarded appeared first on Firstpost.

PCB’s Tafazzul Rizvi not satisfied with Shoaib Akhtar’s reply to defamation notice, set to drag former Pakistan pacer to court

Senior lawyer and PCB's legal counsel Tafazzul Rizvi on Monday said he will drag Shoaib Akhtar to the court since he is not satisfied with former pacer's response to the defamation notice sent to him. The post PCB’s Tafazzul Rizvi not satisfied with Shoaib Akhtar’s reply to defamation notice, set to drag former Pakistan pacer to court appeared first on Firstpost.

Milkha Singh says if there was a hockey legend after Dhyan Chand, it was Balbir Singh Sr

If anyone qualifies to be called a legend in Indian hockey after Dhyan Chand, it's Balbir Singh Senior, said iconic Milkha Singh condoling the death of his 'great friend'. The post Milkha Singh says if there was a hockey legend after Dhyan Chand, it was Balbir Singh Sr appeared first on Firstpost.

Two-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova excited to make return at all-Czech tournament for charity

World number 12 Kvitova will headline an all-Czech tournament in Prague starting Tuesday without spectators, handshakes or the usual towel service The post Two-time Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova excited to make return at all-Czech tournament for charity appeared first on Firstpost.

Coronavirus Outbreak: FA Women’s Super League cancelled following ‘overwhelming feedback from the clubs’

The Football Association says a decision was taken to end the Women’s Super League with immediate effect following “overwhelming feedback from the clubs” and to give them the chance to “prepare and focus on next season The post Coronavirus Outbreak: FA Women’s Super League cancelled following ‘overwhelming feedback from the clubs’ appeared first on Firstpost.

Coronavirus Outbreak: French tennis federation to launch $38 million relief plan to aid clubs, tournaments and players

Some 21 million euros will be dedicated to the French clubs, nine million will go to the 142 tennis, chair tennis, paddle and beach tennis players outside the top 100, as well as officials and tournaments that had to be cancelled amid the COVID-19 crisis, FFT president Bernard Giudicelli told reporters The post Coronavirus Outbreak: French tennis federation to launch $38 million relief plan to aid clubs, tournaments and players appeared first on Firstpost.

Top smartphones on a budget

It’s a super balanced phone! Relatively the new kid on the block, Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 8 Pro brings to the table great balance between economical pricing, all-round great performance and a curvier design. Under the hood is the Mediatek Helio G90T chipset coupled with 6/8 GB RAM and 64/128GB storage. The combination stacks up nicely […] The post Top smartphones on a budget appeared first on Firstpost.

Redmi 10X series, Redmi X TV to launch in China today: Here is all we know so far

Redmi 10X might offer 8 GB RAM and 256 GB internal storage and a 4,420 mAh battery. The post Redmi 10X series, Redmi X TV to launch in China today: Here is all we know so far appeared first on Firstpost.

Serie A: Plans for late afternoon kickoffs of matches spark opposition from players

Plans to play some Serie A matches at 16:30 local time in the Italian summer have sparked opposition, with the captain of one team describing the idea as scandalous. The post Serie A: Plans for late afternoon kickoffs of matches spark opposition from players appeared first on Firstpost.

India’s first quarter GDP growth likely to be weakest since 2012; coronavirus, lockdown halted economic activity: Poll

Forecasts for gross domestic product (GDP) data, due to be released on 29 May, ranged between +4.5 percent and -1.5 percent, underscoring the widespread uncertainty on the impact of the coronavirus on the economy at that stage. The post India’s first quarter GDP growth likely to be weakest since 2012; coronavirus, lockdown halted economic activity: Poll appeared first on Firstpost.

Category Error: Of a community’s small pleasures, Biblical plagues, and lives lived on a fault line

In 'Category Error', writer-painter Amruta Patil marries news-triggered observation with fiction, history, philosophy, against the backdrop of an Indian high rise. The post Category Error: Of a community’s small pleasures, Biblical plagues, and lives lived on a fault line appeared first on Firstpost.

Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson golf charity match for COVID-19 relief proves a TV ratings hit

According to Turner Sports, the charity match which raised more than $20 million for COVID-19 relief, was the most-watched golf telecast in the history of cable television. The post Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson golf charity match for COVID-19 relief proves a TV ratings hit appeared first on Firstpost.

Premier League: Bournemouth’s Aaron Ramsdale reveals he’s among two who tested positive for COVID-19 in second round of testing

Bournemouth goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale says he tested positive for COVID-19 in the second round of testing, three days after returning a negative result in the first batch of tests. The post Premier League: Bournemouth’s Aaron Ramsdale reveals he’s among two who tested positive for COVID-19 in second round of testing appeared first on Firstpost.

NASA astronauts complete their dress rehearsal before their SpaceX launch to the ISS on 28 May, 2.00 am IST

They will board the SpaceX Dragon capsule on top of the Falcon 9 rocket and it will be the first astronaut launch from the Kennedy Space Center since 2011. The post NASA astronauts complete their dress rehearsal before their SpaceX launch to the ISS on 28 May, 2.00 am IST appeared first on Firstpost.

Former heavyweight champion Evander Holyfield open to third Mike Tyson fight for charity

Tyson, 53, fought two epic bouts with Holyfield, 57, during their professional careers, including their controversial 1997 encounter in which Tyson bit off a chunk of Holyfield’s ear. The post Former heavyweight champion Evander Holyfield open to third Mike Tyson fight for charity appeared first on Firstpost.

Former Maharashtra CM Ashok Chavan admitted to Mumbai hospital after testing COVID-19 positive

Chavan had attended some meetings in the last week in Mumbai before travelling back to his home district in Marathwada. The post Former Maharashtra CM Ashok Chavan admitted to Mumbai hospital after testing COVID-19 positive appeared first on Firstpost.

Motorola Edge Plus with Snapdragon 865 Soc is now on sale on Flipkart at Rs 74,999

Motorola Edge Plus is equipped with a 5,000 mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging. The post Motorola Edge Plus with Snapdragon 865 Soc is now on sale on Flipkart at Rs 74,999 appeared first on Firstpost.

Top chargers you need right now for all your charging needs

Universal charging in your hands This charger is an excellent choice for any one who’s always on the go. It works as an adapter and allows you to effortlessly plug in your devices in over 150 countries around the world. It has two fast charging USB ports for charging your mobiles or tablets and a […] The post Top chargers you need right now for all your charging needs appeared first on Firstpost.

Top HD ready televisions to level up your viewing game.

Comes with a super sturdy LED screen This LG TV has a WebOS, built-in WiFi, and allows you to surf the web, listen to music and watch TV simultaneously. The sturdy LED screen that offers 1366x768p resolution and 50hz refresh rate is just amazing. With a quad-core LG processor at its core, it is fast […] The post Top HD ready televisions to level up your viewing game. appeared first on Firstpost.

Top 5 star inverter air conditioners you should consider buying today

Say hello to cool air LG's superior DUALCOOL Inverter technology efficiently cools even when the temperature outside gets to a sweltering 52˚C. In fact, its five-star energy rating means you will save enough energy even if you switch on your AC in the rainy season to keep out the humidity. Maintenance is easy and tech […] The post Top 5 star inverter air conditioners you should consider buying today appeared first on Firstpost.

The best check-in suitcases to buy this year.

One of the most spacious bags out there Business or leisure travel, whichever one you are headed out to do, it's more than likely that your luggage will have something breakable, expensive or both at some point. This is where a great hard sided suitcase like the Delsey Misam will come in handy. Made with […] The post The best check-in suitcases to buy this year. appeared first on Firstpost.

Top Skin Care Products For Your Everyday Use

Who’s up for some natural skin care? A vacation on the beach is on everyone’s list. But tanning is a real pain as well. We’ve got just the solution for you and that’s Mama Earth’s Ubtan Face Wash which is extremely effective on dry skin and in tan removal. Mama earth is Asia’s first made […] The post Top Skin Care Products For Your Everyday Use appeared first on Firstpost.

Top four irresistible soft-sided luggage sets to buy

Best water resistant buy for your vacation Stylish functionality is always appreciated. Luckily this set of soft-sided luggage by New Jersey Travellers gives us all this and more without any fuss and trouble. Travel buffs everywhere will appreciate everything from its striking colour to its water-resistant outer material. The polyester casting allows these bags to […] The post Top four irresistible soft-sided luggage sets to buy appeared first on Firstpost.

The Best Footballs For Your Kids

Water resistant for your rainy day games! If you are looking for an all-weather football, the RASON White Hypermenom Pitch Replica Football is a good bet. This replica product can be used for training or recreational purposes and is water resistant for wet, muddy and grassy surfaces. The football is hand sewn with butyl bladder […] The post The Best Footballs For Your Kids appeared first on Firstpost.

The Best Fighting Gloves Out There

The best fit you will ever get! Everlast is one of the best names in the field of boxing and martial arts and these gloves are a no-brainer. They are ideal for sparring, heavy bag workouts, and mitt work. Made out of premium synthetic leather, their superior construction increases durability. The full mesh palm ensures […] The post The Best Fighting Gloves Out There appeared first on Firstpost.

Three Pakistani medallists from 2019 South Asian Games flunk dope tests, face bans of up to four years

Three Pakistani athletes, all medallists from the 2019 South Asian Games held in Nepal, have flunked dope tests and are facing bans up to four years, sources said on Monday. The post Three Pakistani medallists from 2019 South Asian Games flunk dope tests, face bans of up to four years appeared first on Firstpost.

Ligue 1: Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas requests French Prime Minister Edouard Philippe to rethink premature end to season

In a letter on Monday to French Prime Minister Edouard Philippe and Sports Minister Roxana Maracineanu, Aulas argued the premature conclusion of the season will have catastrophic consequences for French clubs, which could face losses of “700 to 900" million euros ($760 million to $980 million). The post Ligue 1: Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas requests French Prime Minister Edouard Philippe to rethink premature end to season appeared first on Firstpost.

Weak rupee leads Indian trade body to lift cotton export estimate up 12%; could put pressure on global prices

Indian cotton exports could also limit shipments from rivals such as the United States, Brazil and Australia to key Asian buyers such as China, Bangladesh and Vietnam. The post Weak rupee leads Indian trade body to lift cotton export estimate up 12%; could put pressure on global prices appeared first on Firstpost.

Vladimir Putin speaks, officials shrug and doctors are caught in the middle of Russia’s spiralling coronavirus crisis

For an all-powerful leader whose every word must be taken as a command, Vladimir Putin has had a surprisingly hard time making his voice heard The post Vladimir Putin speaks, officials shrug and doctors are caught in the middle of Russia’s spiralling coronavirus crisis appeared first on Firstpost.

Bharti Airtel promoter firm to raise $1 bn through equity to become debt-free; may sell nearly 15 cr shares: Report

Bharti Telecom holds around 41 percent stake in Bharti Airtel, while foreign promoter entities own 21.46 percent stake in the telecom firm. Public shareholders have around 37 percent stake in the company. The post Bharti Airtel promoter firm to raise $1 bn through equity to become debt-free; may sell nearly 15 cr shares: Report appeared first on Firstpost.

Trump commemorates Memorial Day, defends decision to play golf

By David Shepardson and Jeff Mason ARLINGTON, Va./BALTIMORE (Reuters) - President Donald Trump paid tribute to fallen members of the American military on Monday to mark Memorial Day while defending his decision to spend most of the holiday weekend playing golf as the U.S. The post Trump commemorates Memorial Day, defends decision to play golf appeared first on Firstpost.

UK PM Johnson’s aide Cummings says should have explained trip earlier

LONDON (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's close aide Dominic Cummings on Monday said he should have explained the circumstances of a 250 mile journey during lockdown earlier but that his decision to take the trip had not been a mistake. The post UK PM Johnson’s aide Cummings says should have explained trip earlier appeared first on Firstpost.

Global Markets: German sentiment survey boosts stocks, Europe focuses on recovery fund

By Yoruk Bahceli and Saikat Chatterjee LONDON (Reuters) - Stocks gained modestly on Monday with many countries on holiday as German business morale rebounded strongly in May, offering a glimpse of optimism to battered investors of what lay beyond weeks of economic lockdowns. MSCI's gauge of world stocks gained 0.4%, nearing a 2-1/2 month high. The pan-European STOXX 600 index was up 1.2% The post Global Markets: German sentiment survey boosts stocks, Europe focuses on recovery fund appeared first on Firstpost.

Merkel’s conservatives want stimulus package to include tax relief – document

BERLIN (Reuters) - Chancellor Angela Merkel's conservatives are in favour of bringing forward tax relief measures worth at least 5 billion euros to help companies and consumers recover more quickly from the coronavirus pandemic, a document showed on Monday. Merkel's coalition government, which in March approved an unprecedented 750 billion-euro rescue package to shield Europe's largest economy from the impact of the coronavirus, is due next week to present additional stimulus to sustain the recovery. In a position paper seen by Reuters, lawmakers from Merkel's conservative bloc called on several measures to reduce the tax burden for the private sector, including making it simpler to offset losses against tax and speeding up already agreed tax cuts The post Merkel’s conservatives want stimulus package to include tax relief – document appeared first on Firstpost.

Belgian rail tests sensors to keep workers apart during COVID-19

By Clement Rossignol and Francois Lenoir BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Belgium's railways are testing smart cameras with sensors to ensure its workers wear masks and maintain their distance to stop the spread of the coronavirus. The post Belgian rail tests sensors to keep workers apart during COVID-19 appeared first on Firstpost.

Coronavirus Outbreak Updates: 459 people test positive for COVID-19 in Pune today, total number of cases rises to 6,153

Coronavirus Outbreak LIVE Updates: The Pune district administration said that 459 new coronavirus cases and eight deaths have been reported in last 24 hours in the district. Total positive cases stand at 6,153 and toll is at 280. The post Coronavirus Outbreak Updates: 459 people test positive for COVID-19 in Pune today, total number of cases rises to 6,153 appeared first on Firstpost.

Top Aromatic Incense Sticks for your home

Get ready for all-day scents! Satya Sai Baba Nag Champa Incense sticks are a special blend of natural herbs, resins, flowers and oils which are specially hand-rolled. This is the traditional Indian agarbatti which is used across millions of households. This is a traditional masala incense which is claimed to burn for at least 45 […] The post Top Aromatic Incense Sticks for your home appeared first on Firstpost.

Jimmy Cobb, drummer for Miles Davis’ King of Blue album, passes away aged 91 after battling lung cancer

Jimmy Cobb's wife, Eleana Tee Cobb, announced on Facebook that her husband died at his New York City home from lung cancer The post Jimmy Cobb, drummer for Miles Davis’ King of Blue album, passes away aged 91 after battling lung cancer appeared first on Firstpost.

Coronavirus Outbreak: Mitchell Starc says saliva ban would make cricket ‘pretty boring contest’

Starc also said that he would welcome the prospect of bowling with pink ball against India in a day-night Test over the home summer. The post Coronavirus Outbreak: Mitchell Starc says saliva ban would make cricket ‘pretty boring contest’ appeared first on Firstpost.

Coronavirus Outbreak: WHO pauses trial of hydroxychloroquine over safety concerns, clinical tests of other potential treatments to continue

The World Health Organization has suspended testing the malaria drug hydroxychloroquine in COVID-19 patients due to safety concerns The post Coronavirus Outbreak: WHO pauses trial of hydroxychloroquine over safety concerns, clinical tests of other potential treatments to continue appeared first on Firstpost.

NBA: New York Knicks great Patrick Ewing out of hospital after COVID-19 treatment

Ewing announced on Friday that he had tested positive for the coronavirus and was being treated at a hospital. The post NBA: New York Knicks great Patrick Ewing out of hospital after COVID-19 treatment appeared first on Firstpost.

Coronavirus Outbreak: Karan Johar confirms two members of his household staff tested positive, are in quarantine

Karan Johar said in a statement that his building has been fumigated sterilised by BMC as per protocol. The post Coronavirus Outbreak: Karan Johar confirms two members of his household staff tested positive, are in quarantine appeared first on Firstpost.

Queen guitarist Brian May reveals he had a heart attack but has recovered now: ‘Grateful I have a life to lead again’

Queen guitarist Brian May says he recently had three stents put in after experiencing “a small heart attack.” May said Monday in an Instagram video that the stents were put in after his doctor drove him to a hospital after he starting feeling the symptoms of a heart attack. He said he found the experience […] The post Queen guitarist Brian May reveals he had a heart attack but has recovered now: ‘Grateful I have a life to lead again’ appeared first on Firstpost.

Former Brazil women’s football team head coach Oswaldo Alvarez dies at 63

Oswaldo Alvarez, who coached Brazil at the last two Women's World Cups, died in a Sao Paulo hospital on Monday. He was 63. The post Former Brazil women’s football team head coach Oswaldo Alvarez dies at 63 appeared first on Firstpost.

LaLiga clubs allowed to train with groups of up to 14 players as league gets ready for return in second week of June

Only 10 players were allowed in group training last week because of confinement restrictions that are gradually being lifted across The post LaLiga clubs allowed to train with groups of up to 14 players as league gets ready for return in second week of June appeared first on Firstpost.

Redmi Note 9 Pro to go on sale today at 12 pm at a starting price of Rs 13,999

Xiaomi has also announced that it is now shipping its products in the green and orange zones. The post Redmi Note 9 Pro to go on sale today at 12 pm at a starting price of Rs 13,999 appeared first on Firstpost.

Paatal Lok, Mirzapur, Sacred Games: Has sexual violence become a common trope for ‘edgy’ streaming shows?

If a story line involving the brutalisation of a female character is inevitable, the questions that arise are: How is it treated? Is the act gratuitous? The post Paatal Lok, Mirzapur, Sacred Games: Has sexual violence become a common trope for ‘edgy’ streaming shows? appeared first on Firstpost.

Uber cuts 600 jobs in India due to COVID-19; ‘made the decision so that we can look to future with confidence’, says country head

Uber announced it is laying-off a fourth of its total headcount of 2,400 in the country across customer and driver support, business development, legal, finance, policy and marketing verticals. The post Uber cuts 600 jobs in India due to COVID-19; ‘made the decision so that we can look to future with confidence’, says country head appeared first on Firstpost.

Bundesliga: Eintracht Frankfurt struggling to play without crowd, says head coach Adi Huetter

Eintracht Frankfurt are struggling to deal with playing in front of empty stands after action in the Bundesliga resumed following a two-month break caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The post Bundesliga: Eintracht Frankfurt struggling to play without crowd, says head coach Adi Huetter appeared first on Firstpost.

Controlling spread of coronavirus: You’re getting used to wearing masks, will you wear a face shield?

In Singapore, preschool students and their teachers will receive face shields when they return to school next month. Local health experts recommended that teachers in Philadelphia wear shields when schools reopen, and a teachers union in Palo Alto, California, requested them as well The post Controlling spread of coronavirus: You’re getting used to wearing masks, will you wear a face shield? appeared first on Firstpost.

Singer-songwriter Nikhil D’Souza on his Bollywood music, biggest artistic influences, and launch of his EP

Singer of Bollywood hits like 'Shaam' and 'Mere Bina', Nikhil D'Souza is currently working on widening the scope of his repertoire, with a new EP that recalls the innocence of childhood. The post Singer-songwriter Nikhil D’Souza on his Bollywood music, biggest artistic influences, and launch of his EP appeared first on Firstpost.

WADA to conduct ‘additional targeted testing’ to fill COVID-19 forced anti-doping gaps

WADA said doping control samples continued to be stored for future analysis and, with the help of the athlete biological passport, some samples collected post-COVID-19 might reveal doping that occurred during the shutdown period. The post WADA to conduct ‘additional targeted testing’ to fill COVID-19 forced anti-doping gaps appeared first on Firstpost.

Anand Vishwanadha on his versatile poetry collection Stray Birds, and what birdwatching brings to his life

Anand Vishwanadha's Stray Birds reads like a birder’s journal, but one that has been pruned to hold only the most memorable images and resultant thoughts. The post Anand Vishwanadha on his versatile poetry collection Stray Birds, and what birdwatching brings to his life appeared first on Firstpost.

Japanese government gives up on gaining approval for Avigan after study show no evidence of efficacy in COVID-19

Concerns remain about Avigan, known generically as favipiravir, as it has been shown to cause birth defects in animal studies. The post Japanese government gives up on gaining approval for Avigan after study show no evidence of efficacy in COVID-19 appeared first on Firstpost.

Glenmark to study potential COVID-19 drug combination; to look to enroll 158 hospitalised patients

On 1 May, Glenmark Pharmaceuticals said it has become the first company in India to receive approval from Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) to conduct clinical trials of Favipiravir antiviral tablets for the treatment of COVID-19 patients. The post Glenmark to study potential COVID-19 drug combination; to look to enroll 158 hospitalised patients appeared first on Firstpost.

Fujifilm X-T4 mirrorless camera launched in India at a price of Rs 1,54,999

Fujifilm X-T4 features a film simulation mode that allows hard tonality, low colour saturation and versatile cinematic colour tones. The post Fujifilm X-T4 mirrorless camera launched in India at a price of Rs 1,54,999 appeared first on Firstpost.

FIR filed against Congress’ Alka Lamba for calling Narendra Modi, Yogi Adityanath ‘impotent’ in two-year-old video released after Unnao rape case

An FIR has been registered against Congress leader Alka Lamba at Lucknow's Hazratganj police station over her indecent and objectionable remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath The post FIR filed against Congress’ Alka Lamba for calling Narendra Modi, Yogi Adityanath ‘impotent’ in two-year-old video released after Unnao rape case appeared first on Firstpost.

Fire breaks out at shoe factory in Delhi’s Keshavpuram, no injuries reported; around 250 huts gutted in another blaze in Tughlakabad

A fire broke out in a shoe factory in northwest Delhi's Keshavpuram on Tuesday morning, an official of the Delhi Fire Service said The post Fire breaks out at shoe factory in Delhi’s Keshavpuram, no injuries reported; around 250 huts gutted in another blaze in Tughlakabad appeared first on Firstpost.

Coronavirus Outbreak: 7,000 beds to be added in Mumbai hospitals over next 14 days to treat COVID-19 patients

By 31 May, Mumbai's bed capacity will be increased by 2,475, including a facility at Bandra (East) which has commenced operations. The post Coronavirus Outbreak: 7,000 beds to be added in Mumbai hospitals over next 14 days to treat COVID-19 patients appeared first on Firstpost.

Rupee surges 30 paise to 75.65 in early trade on positive opening in domestic equities; dollar weakens overseas

The rupee appreciated 30 paise to 75.65 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday tracking positive opening of domestic equities and weakness in the American currency The post Rupee surges 30 paise to 75.65 in early trade on positive opening in domestic equities; dollar weakens overseas appeared first on Firstpost.

Balbir Singh Senior passes away: Pakistan’s hockey fraternity mourns demise of hockey legend

Balbir Singh Senior's death evoked emotional tributes from Pakistan's hockey community, which described the legendary centre-forward's demise as a big loss to the sport in general and the sub-continent in particular. The post Balbir Singh Senior passes away: Pakistan’s hockey fraternity mourns demise of hockey legend appeared first on Firstpost.

If countries ease up measures too soon, there is a chance it will face an immediate second peak of COVID-19 infections

Mike Ryan said epidemics often come in waves, which means outbreaks could come back later this year in places where the first wave has subsided. The post If countries ease up measures too soon, there is a chance it will face an immediate second peak of COVID-19 infections appeared first on Firstpost.

McLaren chief Zak Brown open to Daniel Ricciardo racing at Bathurst 1000

McLaren chief executive Zak Brown is enthusiastic about the idea of Daniel Ricciardo racing in the Bathurst 1000 touring car race, even if the Formula One schedule makes it unlikely the Australian could be freed up. The post McLaren chief Zak Brown open to Daniel Ricciardo racing at Bathurst 1000 appeared first on Firstpost.

Lockdown is unlikely to yield any further dividend in India’s fight against COVID-19, says virologist Shahid Jameel

"Building trust is most important so that people follow rules. A public health problem cannot be dealt with as a law-and-order problem," says virologist. The post Lockdown is unlikely to yield any further dividend in India’s fight against COVID-19, says virologist Shahid Jameel appeared first on Firstpost.

Coronavirus Outbreak: Australia’s top medical body tells NRL to slow down plans for spectators

Just two rounds of matches in NRL were played before the season was halted in March amid the coronavirus pandemic. The post Coronavirus Outbreak: Australia’s top medical body tells NRL to slow down plans for spectators appeared first on Firstpost.

Virgin Orbit company aborted its first attempt to launch a rocket into space from a modified airplane

The company's attempt to a rocket called LauncherOne into orbit when an anomaly then occurred early in the first stage flight. The post Virgin Orbit company aborted its first attempt to launch a rocket into space from a modified airplane appeared first on Firstpost.

BSEB extends last date of application for re-evaluation of Class 12 answer sheets till 3 June

Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has extended the last date to apply for scrutiny of Class 12 papers till 3 June The post BSEB extends last date of application for re-evaluation of Class 12 answer sheets till 3 June appeared first on Firstpost.

PayNearby partners with IndusInd Bank for contactless payments; expands hyperlocal direct to consumer business

PayNearby, a fintech startup has now expanded its hyper local discovery and purchase application ‘BuyNearby’ for pan-India operations with IndusInd Bank The post PayNearby partners with IndusInd Bank for contactless payments; expands hyperlocal direct to consumer business appeared first on Firstpost.

John Abraham to produce Hindi remake of Prithviraj Sukumaran, Biju Menon’s Malayalam film Ayyappanum Koshiyum

John Abraham has previously produced Ayushmann Khurrana's debut Vicky Donor, and Madras Cafe, Rocky Handsome, Force 2, Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran and Batla House. The post John Abraham to produce Hindi remake of Prithviraj Sukumaran, Biju Menon’s Malayalam film Ayyappanum Koshiyum appeared first on Firstpost.

Sri Lanka Cricket set to suspend Shehan Madushanka’s contract after he was arrested for possessing heroin

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) is planning to suspend the contract of medium pacer Shehan Madushanka after he was arrested for possessing heroin. The post Sri Lanka Cricket set to suspend Shehan Madushanka’s contract after he was arrested for possessing heroin appeared first on Firstpost.

Top quality Nunchuks for your karate classes

A two in one weapon for defence This one is for the winners. The quality of material used in these nunchucks might be the best that we have seen. The Klapp NNC Steel Nunchucks are a bit on the heavier side, but it is also because they are made out of quality steel, which also […] The post Top quality Nunchuks for your karate classes appeared first on Firstpost.

Top Grade Nunchuks to help you unleash your inner Bruce Lee

This one will last you for a long time The Steel Nunchucks are ready for your hands to go metal on them. This pair of SLYK Stainless Steel Nunchaku Chen Xi is perfect for the martial arts enthusiast who wants to get the most out of their martial arts training. If you are asking yourself […] The post Top Grade Nunchuks to help you unleash your inner Bruce Lee appeared first on Firstpost.

Despite hurdles, nine child cancer patients reach home from Mumbai during lockdown; parents relieved, but worry about livelihood

While the families of the child cancer patients are grateful to be back at home, some of them faced problems they hadn’t anticipated. The post Despite hurdles, nine child cancer patients reach home from Mumbai during lockdown; parents relieved, but worry about livelihood appeared first on Firstpost.

Zoom temporarily disables Giphy integration in its chat feature to ensure privacy protection

Zoom will re-enable the feature, once additional security features have been put in place. The post Zoom temporarily disables Giphy integration in its chat feature to ensure privacy protection appeared first on Firstpost.

Priyanka Chopra shares first-ever picture with Nick Jonas, thanks him for ‘making life together incredible’ on first-date anniversary

Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Nick Jonas marked their second first date anniversary on Monday. Both took to Instagram to share pictures from the date night. The post Priyanka Chopra shares first-ever picture with Nick Jonas, thanks him for ‘making life together incredible’ on first-date anniversary appeared first on Firstpost.

Bihar board 10th pass percentage 2020: 80.59% clear Class 10 exams; 12.04 lakh students pass in BSEB matric results

Bihar Board Result 2020 | Students who appeared for the BSEB Class 10 matriculation exam can check their results on the official website of Bihar Board at biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in The post Bihar board 10th pass percentage 2020: 80.59% clear Class 10 exams; 12.04 lakh students pass in BSEB matric results appeared first on Firstpost.

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Plus renders hint at curved display with a punch hole camera

As per a report, Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Plus is likely to be equipped with a 4,500 mAh battery. The post Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Plus renders hint at curved display with a punch hole camera appeared first on Firstpost.

COVID-19 Impact: TVS Motor Company cuts staff salaries by up to 20% for six months as sales plummet

TVS Motor Company has decided to reduce salaries at executive level, barring entry-level workmen, from May till October this year. The post COVID-19 Impact: TVS Motor Company cuts staff salaries by up to 20% for six months as sales plummet appeared first on Firstpost.

India should go back to negotiating table with Taliban, but without abandoning Kabul in forthcoming intra-Afghan talks

Though India has more faith in Abdullah Abdullah, rather than the mercurial Ghani, its fundamental operating principle has been that a legitimate government should be central to talks, and not a sideshow. The post India should go back to negotiating table with Taliban, but without abandoning Kabul in forthcoming intra-Afghan talks appeared first on Firstpost.

Pamela Anderson reveals she ‘did not like’ the film adaptation of Baywatch, starring Dwayne Johnson, Priyanka Chopra Jonas

Pamela Anderson played CJ Parker in the hit 90s TV show Baywatch about the lifeguards who patrol the beaches of Los Angeles County, California and Hawaii. The post Pamela Anderson reveals she ‘did not like’ the film adaptation of Baywatch, starring Dwayne Johnson, Priyanka Chopra Jonas appeared first on Firstpost.

Coronavirus Outbreak: Matthew McConaughey, wife Camila Alves deliver 110,000 face masks to Texas hospitals

Matthew McConaughey along with Camila Alves personally delivered face masks to hospitals struggling with supple shortage in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic. The post Coronavirus Outbreak: Matthew McConaughey, wife Camila Alves deliver 110,000 face masks to Texas hospitals appeared first on Firstpost.

Bihar Board 10th Result 2020 declared: BSEB Class 10 exam results announced today; steps to check results on alternative websites, via SMS

Bihar Board Result 2020 | The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) announced the results of Class 10 (matric) exams on Tuesday (26 May). Due to the number of students, a heavy load is expected on the official website. The post Bihar Board 10th Result 2020 declared: BSEB Class 10 exam results announced today; steps to check results on alternative websites, via SMS appeared first on Firstpost.

Eid in lockdown: Eight Indian photographers document quiet celebrations during coronavirus crisis

Capping a sombre Ramzan, this Eid was unlike any other in recent memory. But in homes across India, families managed to keep the ethos of the festival alive. The post Eid in lockdown: Eight Indian photographers document quiet celebrations during coronavirus crisis appeared first on Firstpost.

AZ Alkmaar writes to UEFA after losing automatic Champions League place to Ajax on goal difference

When the KNVB cancelled the rest of the Dutch season, after it had been suspended in March because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Ajax were leading AZ in the standings on goal difference. The post AZ Alkmaar writes to UEFA after losing automatic Champions League place to Ajax on goal difference appeared first on Firstpost.

Bundesliga: Borussia Dortmund, Bayern Munich gear up for world’s most symbolic sporting fixture since coronavirus in latest ‘Der Klassiker’

Bayern Munich are four points ahead of Borussia Dortmund, both playing 27 games, both having a flurry of goals in them. The song remains the same, the David of Dortmund must slay the Goliath of Bayern to lessen the gap, in their quest to the usual champions-elect. The post Bundesliga: Borussia Dortmund, Bayern Munich gear up for world’s most symbolic sporting fixture since coronavirus in latest ‘Der Klassiker’ appeared first on Firstpost.

Former Australia pacer Brett Lee picks Steve Smith over Virat Kohli as the better player

Former Australia pacer Brett Lee has picked Steve Smith over Virat Kohli when asked to choose between the two. Lee said he chose Smith based on all that the Australian batsman had gone through in his career. The post Former Australia pacer Brett Lee picks Steve Smith over Virat Kohli as the better player appeared first on Firstpost.

Bihar Board 10th Result 2020 declared: Check BSEB Class 10 result on official website biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in

Bihar Board Result 2020 declared | The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) announced the Bihar Board Class 10 (matric) result on Tuesday (26 May). The post Bihar Board 10th Result 2020 declared: Check BSEB Class 10 result on official website biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in appeared first on Firstpost.

COVID-19 Vaccine Update: Novavax starts phase I/II clinical trials, here’s all you need to know about the vaccine

Named NVX‑CoV2373, Novavax’s vaccine is created using recombinant protein nanoparticle technology. The post COVID-19 Vaccine Update: Novavax starts phase I/II clinical trials, here’s all you need to know about the vaccine appeared first on Firstpost.

Bihar Board 10th Result 2020 declared: BSEB announces matriculation results today; check biharboard.ac.in for updates

Bihar Board 10th Result 2020 declared: The Bihar Board released the Class 10 exam results today (Tuesday, 26 May). The results were likely to be released on Monday, but got delayed due to last-minute arrangements. The post Bihar Board 10th Result 2020 declared: BSEB announces matriculation results today; check biharboard.ac.in for updates appeared first on Firstpost.

EV startup Euler Motors raises Rs 20 cr as part of Series A funding; to use money to expedite product, technology

Earlier, as part of its pre-series A round, Euler Motors had raised Rs 15 crore from Blume Venture, US based Emergent Ventures and Andrew Lee. With this series A, Euler Motors has so far raised more than Rs 35 crore. The post EV startup Euler Motors raises Rs 20 cr as part of Series A funding; to use money to expedite product, technology appeared first on Firstpost.

Delhi issues guidelines for all incoming passengers; persons with mild symptoms ordered to isolate at home or COVID-19 facility

The Delhi government on Monday issued guidelines for domestic travel, including by flights, trains and interstate buses, in the wake of coronavirus outbreak The post Delhi issues guidelines for all incoming passengers; persons with mild symptoms ordered to isolate at home or COVID-19 facility appeared first on Firstpost.

Bihar Board 10th Result 2020 declared: BSEB announces matric results; check biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in for updates

Bihar Board 10th Result 2020 declared | The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) Class 10 results were declared on Tuesday (26 May), as per reports. Students can check their result at the official website, biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in. The post Bihar Board 10th Result 2020 declared: BSEB announces matric results; check biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in for updates appeared first on Firstpost.

‘It’s up to this industry to see how they will leverage the opportunities in new India’: Mr Somasundaram talks about future of gold sector, needed policy reforms

“It’s up to this industry to see how they will leverage the opportunities in new India,” says Mr Somasundaram PR, M.D, World Gold Council, India. The post ‘It’s up to this industry to see how they will leverage the opportunities in new India’: Mr Somasundaram talks about future of gold sector, needed policy reforms appeared first on Firstpost.