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  6. ADMIN
    Getting ready for Valentine's Day can be a nerve-wracking process especially if you haven't given much thought to it the week before the big day. However, it's not always possible to plan out everything in advance especially if you have a taxing day job. So, if you have a big date on Valentine's Day and you don't know how to make your outfit stand out from the crowd, here are some exciting accessories that will instantly lift your outfit and make sure that your date gives you a compliment or two. 
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  7. ADMIN
    Much like his acting chops, Rana Daggubatiâs sense of style is very nuanced - unlike most of his brethren from the Indian film industries, be it Bollywood or Tollywood, he does not dress overtly flamboyantly, and yet manages to turn heads wherever he goes. 

    © Instagram/ranadaggubati
    An immaculate grooming routine for an extensive and a really impressive beard style, a tall and lean built, all of this contribute immensely to any ensemble that he picks.

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    Time and again, he has been spotted in one classy outfit the other, which, to be honest, is something that every guy should cop or at least try once. From a very basic ensemble comprising of a white full-sleeved t-shirt with dark wash denim, to an elegant, white shirt with a white sarong, the guy knows what works for him and what doesnât, that is, if any such thing actually exists.

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    Naturally then, when it comes to streetwear, he has worn some of the best outfits and ensembles we have seen. With that being said, his most recent, casual and laidback ensemble is what caught our eye. It was actually his sneakers that we couldnât take our eyes off of.

    © Viral Bhayani
    But first, letâs get to his outfit.

    Rana here is wearing very basic grey joggers with a black, v-neck tee and a cargo shirt in sage green. The outfit, as expected, isnât that flamboyant, and can be easily missed, sort of like white noise. However, Rana looks extremely dapper in the outfit, thanks to his lean built, that godly beard and some very dope accessories, namely the shades and the watch.

    © Viral Bhayani
    As basic the outfit is, it is really uplifted by the generous manner in which he has accessorised himself. 

    And then there are the sneakers themselves. They look like they are a part of the uniform of some paramilitary force. The sneakers that Rana is wearing are the LeBron Soldier 13 SFG from Nike. Now, normally, they look like clown shoes thanks to their zany and insane colours. Imagine the most outlandish neon colours that there are - you can find a pair that has one of those colours.

    © Viral Bhayani
    A pair in all black, like the one that Ranaâs wearing does bring out the silhouette of the sneakers and give it a very menacing appeal. We also like the super aggressive looking straps and buckles that the sneakers are adorned with.

    © Viral Bhayani
    Considering how technical they look, the Lebron 13s arenât actually that expensive. These have been listed just shy of Rs 12,000 on Nike, so you can easily pick them up for much less if you play your cards right. A bargain if you ask us, considering how often we have seen celebs go bonkers with their sneakers.

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    All in all, a really good, achievable and practical lesson in street style. Take a bow Rana...


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  8. ADMIN
    Like it or not, the Academy Awards are always a big deal. For the makers, for the actors, for the crew and all those who work behind the scenes to create some of the most meaningful, memorable, hard-hitting and precious audio-visual masterpieces, year after year moving beyond the limits of medium, language, geography and reception, it's the highest accolade.
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    For this reason, the Oscars holds a special place in the hearts of every individual connected to the creatively-charged entertainment industry. While it is a coveted dream for many to take the golden boy home, what people didnât know about was the extravagantly grand goodie bag that comes with it.

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    Apparently, Oscar winners get a goodie bag which is sent to their residences after the Awards ceremony comes to an end, and unlike other goodie âbags,â this one is usually a suitcase instead. And, if reports are to be believed, the Oscars 2020 goodie bag is worth around $215,000 or a whopping Rs 1,53,58, 202!

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    This is what the Oscars 2020 goodie bag allegedly contains:

    1. 5-nights stay at the Waikiki Beachcomber hotel
    2. 12-day cruise from Scenic Eclipse
    3. Millianna crystal earrings
    4. A 24-karat gold vape pen
    5. A Royal Chakra bath bomb
    6. A meditation headband from Muse
    7. A 1-year membership to LiveItUp, in which celebrities will receive free life skills text messages from financial, health and wellness experts
    8. Reportedly, winners also get to choose from a selection of high-end treatments, such as laser skin resurfacing, Botox and chemical peels
    I mean, this is so extra, we are sure Ranveer Singh is feeling threatened right now.

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  9. ADMIN
    Last August, Jofra Archer's bouncer brought Steve Smith tumbling down to the ground during the 2nd Ashes Test at Lord's. Smith's injury scare meant that Marnus Labuschagne would become the first-ever concussion substitute in Test cricket history. It was an opportunity that Labuschagne grabbed with both hands. An opportunity that eventually saw him cementing his position, first, in Tests and, then, in ODI cricket for Australia. 

    What came as an unexpected prospect, quickly became a blessing in disguise for Australia as Labuschagne embarked on a brilliant journey, proving his cricketing abilities to full effect. A prolific home season saw him slamming as many as four hundreds in five matches, apart from a double ton at the SCG, against Pakistan and New Zealand - something that further allowed him to eclipse his teammate Smith as the leading run-scorer in Tests by the end of 2019. 
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    Since then, there has been no turning back for the 25-year-old. An orthodox batsman who backs his talent with great maturity and temperament, Labuschagne's brilliant run in Tests eventually saw him breaking into the Australian ODI side where he seems to have done as good as in the longest format. 

    In the modern era of the sport, where a lot of cricketers focus on T20 cricket and develop innovative shots to score quickly, Labuschagne is amongst those rare breed of cricketers who continue to trust their orthodox batting and textbook strokes to make a mark in the gentleman's game. 
    For a batsman who has already become a vital cog in Australia's batting line-up in both Tests and ODIs, Labuschagne appears to have drawn the biggest compliment of his career from none other than great Sachin Tendulkar. "Marnus Labuschagne's footwork was incredible, so he would be the one (resembling me) I would say. There is something about him," Tendulkar said on the sidelines of Bushfire Cricket Bash charity game. 
    A compliment to top all compliments for Australia's Marnus Labuschagne! pic.twitter.com/Rcw9QwW9zW
    â ICC (@ICC) February 7, 2020
     The Indian batting legend praised the Australian's composure after he was floored by a bouncer from Archer at Lord's last year and, then, went on to score a match-saving 59 off 100 balls. It was the few moments after Labuschagne was struck by Archer that convinced Tendulkar that he was a player who would succeed in cricket. 
    "I was watching the second Test at Lord's and when Steve Smith got injured I saw Labuschagne's second innings. I was sitting with my father-in-law and I saw Marnus getting hit by the second ball off Jofra Archer and post that, the 15 minutes he batted, I said 'this player looks special' there was something about him. His footwork was precise; footwork is not physical, it's mental, if you aren't thinking positively then your feet don't move. So that clearly indicated to me that this guy is mentally strong. If you are not your feet would not move," he added. 
    This was my favourite corner in the SCG dressing room.
    Memories came flooding back today.
    ??: @YUVSTRONG12 pic.twitter.com/AWsgfNQjV8
    â Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) February 7, 2020
    The 'Master Blaster' arrived in Sydney for the Bushfire Cricket Bash charity game that is scheduled to take place in Melbourne on 9th February. The 10-over-a-side match at the Junction Oval will feature a host of big cricket names including Matthew Hayden, Brian Lara, Brett Lee, Wasim Akram, Courtney Walsh and Justin Langer amongst others. 

    While Ricky Ponting will be seen leading one team, his former teammate Adam Gilchrist will be seen marshalling the troops for the other side. Tendulkar will be donning the coach's hat for 'Ponting XI' and the 'Gilchrist XI' is coached by Tim Paine. All profits from the charity game will go towards the Red Cross appeal.

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  10. ADMIN
    From being a name in the sidelines to having a legion of fans and admirers, Vicky Kaushal has carved a niche for himself in Bollywood as one of those few actors who keep challenging themselves to try something new every time with every script. 

    The actor is now all set to begin preparing for Aditya Dharâs upcoming project, titles The ImmortalâAshwatthama.
    According to a report in Bollywood Hungama, the actor will train in mixed martial arts, Israeli martial art Krav Maga and Japanese martial art, Jujutsu for the same, and will also learn archery, sword fighting and spear fighting for his role in the film.
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    Interestingly, the actor will also undergo a massive physical transformation as he has to beef up majorly for the role. For the role of Ashwatthama, he is likely to weigh around 110 to 115 kgs. 

    Well, it would be a sheer delight to see Vicky take this challenge head-on and nail the character, as he always does.
    A spokesperson of the director had earlier shared details of The Immortal Ashwatthama saying, "It is not a period film, it's a superhero action film set in modern times."
    For uninitiated, Ahswatthama is a character from the Indian epic Mahabharata. He is the son of Guru Dronacharya, who fought in the battle of Kurukshetra, for the Kauravas and against the Pandavas.
    Produced by Ronnie Screwvala, it will be extensively shot across global locations such as New Zealand, Namibia, Tokyo and Greenland.
    In an earlier conversation with Hindustan Times, Aditya Dhar had said that he narrated the film to Vicky and Ronnie a day before Uri released, and both immediately gave a go-ahead and he began working on the script. 
    View this post on InstagramâThe ACâs on Sir... हाठतॠà¤à¤§à¤° à¤à¥à¤®à¤¾ ना!â . . @khamkhaphotoartist x @amandeepkaur87A post shared by (@vickykaushal09)
    âAshwatthama is one of the most powerful and mysterious characters from the Mahabharata. Being Dronaâs son, he is a brilliant warrior but also arrogant and egoistic because he is immortal. In comparison to other warriors like Arjuna and Karna, not much is written about him in various versions of the Mahabharata. He is not perfect but then none of us are, which is what I love the most about him,â Aditya said.

    It will be interesting to see Vicky play the role of Ashwatthama.

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  11. ADMIN
    Everyone only ever talks about Monday motivation, but here's some Friday motivation for you guys.
    A differently-abled athlete is going viral for the best reason and the video is inspiring everyone right now. He incredibly manages to do a front-flip high-jump and it's nothing short of impressive, and well, everyone agrees.

    Every great story happened when someone decided not to give upð¼ pic.twitter.com/VLVGDlAbyl
    â Susanta Nanda IFS (@susantananda3) February 6, 2020The video was shared by Indian Forest Service officer Susanta Nanda with the perfect, inspiring caption. 'Something great always happens when someone decided to never give up.' This applies to every person, motivating them to never give up, keep pushing and assuring that something great will surely come out of it. Sorry for the cliche preaching but, honestly, it's true.
    People had nothing but praises for the guy and can't help but feel inspired after watching the video.

    Always.

    Its amazing what we can achieve if we put our mind and heart to it!!
    â Azim Sayyad (@AzeemSayyad13) February 6, 2020Of course.

    incredible https://t.co/EvrLggKZA2
    â Tarbundiya Mehul (@MehulTarbundiya) February 7, 2020Yep.

    Every legendary tale starts with a #NeverGiveUp attitude..!!pic.twitter.com/mh4SeJHhBY
    â Sabby (@musedcynosure) February 7, 2020Hmm.

    This morning I got up counting on my problems in life. After watching this video, I am filled with a lot of courage to face all my problems.
    Thank you for posting https://t.co/dOq6S7oqsf
    â KASHIF AHMED (@kashifahm7) February 7, 2020Never.

    This should be the spirit.
    Never give up.
    Never Say Die. https://t.co/oV98tLzsFt
    â Amit Mitra (@AmitMitraBJP) February 6, 2020Definitely.

    You said it so right...
    â Basant Patel (@BasantPatel56) February 6, 2020More power to him.

    Lovely and so inspiring...May god give him more power https://t.co/IyVwsedlXG
    â à¤à¥à¤¯à¤¾à¤¦à¤¾ हॠà¤à¤¾à¤à¤°à¥à¤ मतदाता Vishwajeet Singh (@vickyisbond1981) February 7, 2020Yes, for sure.

    In seeming for the possible you sometimes do the impossible! Belief in your self can make you cross the bar https://t.co/0veXI3d8dD
    â gyanpvarma (@gyanpvarma1) February 7, 2020

    Hmm.

    This is dedication and a super example of never giving up. https://t.co/Y91ljAHxZx
    â Donald D'Souza (@donaldsvd) February 6, 2020

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  12. ADMIN
    If youâre in Delhi and looking to have an unforgettable weekend, thereâs a film festival brewing - with a rich and diverse selection of films from around the world.

    Now in season two of its fourth edition, the Navrasa Duende World Movie Festival has focused on revisiting world cinema classics. Several timeless films have been honoured at their screenings, where film-lovers and newcomers have been treated to the very best of cinema alike, in a variety of languages and genres - with more than a few hidden gems to add to your watched-list.

    Hereâs what the festival will screen this weekend, at the Siri Fort auditorium.

    Day One: 8th February 2020 (Saturday)10:30 A.M. - Lawrence of Arabia (English)
    The story of T.E. Lawrence, the English officer who successfully united and led the diverse, often warring, Arab tribes during World War I in order to fight the Turks.
    03:30 P.M. - A Separation (Persian)
    A married couple are faced with a difficult decision - to improve the life of their child by moving to another country or to stay in Iran and look after a deteriorating parent who has Alzheimer's disease.

    06:45 P.M. - The Conformist (Italian) 
    A weak-willed Italian man becomes a fascist flunky who goes abroad to arrange the assassination of his old teacher, now a political dissident.
    Day Two: 9th February 2020 (Sunday)10:30 A.M. - 2001: A Space Odyssey (English) 
    After discovering a mysterious artifact buried beneath the Lunar surface, mankind sets off on a quest to find its origins with help from intelligent supercomputer H.A.L. 9000.
    03:00 P.M. - In The Mood For Love (Cantonese) 
    Set in 1960âs Hong Kong, two neighbors, a woman and a man, form a strong bond after both suspect extramarital activities of their spouses. However, they agree to keep their bond platonic so as not to commit similar wrongs.
    06:00 - Le Mepris (French)
    Screenwriter Paul Javal's marriage to his wife Camille disintegrates during movie production as she spends time with the producer. Layered conflicts between art and business ensue.

    The films are broadly selected through a surprisingly meticulous process. Divided into three ranges, Navrasa Duende chooses its films based on a scale weighing the artistic commitment of a film alongside its popular appeal - and the balance it strikes between those extremes. 

    âThe festival is a moment to celebrate art and global community,â shares festival founder Dinesh Singh with The Indian Express. âMore than ever, we need to talk to each other and understand how we see the world, and cinema is the best medium to engage without prejudice.â
    You can purchase your tickets for the festival here. 

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  13. ADMIN
    For as long as we can remember, we have grown up with the 'Amul girl' taking us through some of the worldâs most significant events in her iconic polka-dotted costume and endearing smile. 

    From being there to slam dunk a dribbling goodbye to the legendary Kobe Bryant to rooting for a safe passage for thousands who were living the Australian bushfire nightmare, the bubbly mascot has been there every time. 

    #Amul Topical: Tribute to one of basketballâs greatest legends... pic.twitter.com/YcZpihhgQY
    â Amul.coop (@Amul_Coop) January 27, 2020

    Through the good and the bad, the Amul Butter Girl has continued to charm the nation with her wit, sarcasm and, at times, well-deserved criticism. So, recently when the Indian government decided to evacuate Indian nationals from Coronavirus-hit mainland China, as tradition would have it, the Amul girl decided to welcome them back with a âhomecoming snackâ.

    #Amul Topical: Coronavirus outbreak - Indians evacuated from China! pic.twitter.com/KM6RH35AAS
    â Amul.coop (@Amul_Coop) February 4, 2020

    However, the latest cartoon, which has received mixed reactions from the audience, depicts Indians being brought back from China in an Air India aircraft with the caption, âWuhan Se Yahan Le Aayeâ. Wuhan, referring to the place from where the Coronavirus was originally detected.

    While the caption must have been a pure reference to the evacuation incident and appreciation to go with it, some people have read it as a below-the-belt remark which conveys that the evacuated individuals have now brought the deadly virus to India along with them.

    While Amul hasnât released any official statement regarding the issue, people on social media are divided over what exactly was Amul trying to convey with this word-play. One of the comments against the cartoon that gained a lot of momentum online was singer Sona Mohapatraâs âIn bad tasteâ remark on the post that she tweeted from her personal account. 

    Though many have called her out on her ânegative outlookâ, some have also agreed with her.

    in bad taste. pic.twitter.com/nw4WA7lBGd
    â ShutUpSona (@sonamohapatra) February 5, 2020Why in bad taste ? Itâs about Indians evacuated out of China
    â Deepanjan Ghosh (@deepmech) February 5, 2020Just to add.. of you carefully observe the emotions represented in the cartoon it is sad and not sarcastic !
    â NG (@Nami4India) February 6, 2020Ms.Sona, Thatâs you personal POV. I found it to be a great way to applaud Indiaâs effort to bring back its citizens stuck abroad
    â biddut (@twittbk) February 7, 2020Amul... Har cheez mein taang adaaye !
    â Farooq Ahmad Mir (@mfjanwari) February 5, 2020@Amul_Coop in bad taste indeed.
    â SHASHANK JAIN (@J_Shasha) February 5, 2020
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  14. ADMIN
    Robert Pattinson, the Twilight star who is soon going to be the new Batman, has, recently, been declared as the most handsome man in the world, courtesy to a scientific study. Researchers concluded this after using an ancient Greek calculation method called the 'Golden Ratio of Beauty Phi', which has historically been used to measure the physical perfection of humans.

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    It has been found out through this study that when Pattinson's eyebrows, eyes, jaw, nose, lips, and every other facial shape were measured against the features of other male celebrities, he came the closest to the Greek idea of 'perfection.

    This method was used by painters in the European Renaissance, it was at the time, used by architects and artists like Leonardo Da Vinci (who drew the ' Vitruvian Man' using the technique) to map the 'perfect' length and width for their creations. 'The Golden Ratio of Beauty Phi' determined the idea of perfection in humans at the time as well. 

    While measuring the face, the test divides the results and the closer a face's measurement is to Phi (1.618). It also relies on the symmetry and proportion of the face and is determined by factors such as whether the length of the ear is equal to the length of the nose, or if the width of the eye is equal to the distance between the eyes.

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    In October 2019, the same test declared Bella Hadid as the most beautiful woman in the world. For the test, scientists have developed a formula to explain what qualitative aspects that make a person beautiful. This gives a percentage of how close to 'perfection' someone's face is. Pattinson's face came in at 92.15 percent which is the highest of the lot.

    © Reuters
    One can't help but wonder if these are Pattinson's natural features or if some have been surgically altered, or can they be simply contributed to the fine grooming that he's been exposed to since a young teen. 

    While features can't inherently be changed by grooming, grooming, to a certain extent, does affect the way you look.

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    Amongst other actors in the list, Henry Cavill was second in running, followed by Bradley Cooper, Brad Pitt, George Clooney, Hugh Jackman, David Beckham, Idris Elba, Kanye West, and Ryan Gosling. This list was compiled using computerised mapping techniques by London-based cosmetic surgeon Dr Julian De Silva.

    But clearly, the sample size was restrictive to popular faces like actors and not the rest of the population.

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  15. ADMIN
    Auto Expo 2020 was in full swing this week with dozens of launches, concept car showcases and exciting new directions for the world of automotive engineering.

    While the lionâs share of podiums and presentations went to four-wheelers and exciting new concepts for Indian electric vehicles or EVs, the revolution has picked up immensely for two-wheelers as well. Dozens of scooters, motorcycles - even ATVs and trikes were displayed, all with zero emissions and the latest in electric motor technology.
    We met up with Hero Electric MD, Naveen Munjal, for a few insights into the horizons faced by electric vehicle manufacturers today. âWeâve introduced these new vehicles this time around to basically test the market - to see if there is a market for these kinds of products - how big the market is,â he explains. âSo far, the interest weâve been getting is amazing. We havenât quoted any kind of price right now, but people are coming out and telling us that the product is right for them.â
    © Sharan Sanil; The AE-47 Electric Sports Concept. Seems to take heavy design cues from Hondaâs CB300R.
    Hero decided to go all guns blazing for the concept vehicles they had on show - with the most powerful and interesting being the above-pictured AE-47. âThis motorcycle, for example, is taking on the premium segment as a high-performance vehicle capable of around 100-odd kmph and a range of around 80 to 120km, depending on usage,â continued Munjal. âThe model aims to target say, a customer who enters the EV market by buying a low-speed vehicle, and may want to graduate to a higher-speed motorcycle down the line. We donât want this customer to leave our ecosystem, unless they move on to an electric car which isnât our space as a company.â

    This is all indicative of long-term plans - both by manufacturers as well as buyers. With the recent shifts in government deadlines for vehicle makers, the pressure is on, to create not just an accessible and well-supported electric market - but to do so without intimidating customers. Several first-time potential buyers are faced with two kinds of teething issues with EVs today - charge time and what Munjal terms as ârange anxietyâ, referring to the worry that electric vehicles will run out of charge before reaching a destination.
    © Sharan Sanil; The AE-3 electric trike features a special gyroscopic sensor - it aims to help underconfident beginners and senior citizens feel planted, stable and confident on a traditional two-wheeler setup.
    âFor our current range of vehicles, we have all of them outfitted with portable batteries,â says Munjal, dismissing the former concern as unimportant. âEven if youâre living in an apartment block, you can take your battery home, charge it, plug it back in the next morning and go on for your commute. Anywhere, whether youâre going to your office or wherever - it fits into your lifestyle. You donât have to worry about having a charging station - that is immaterial.â

    âComing back to range anxiety, and people worrying about âwhat if [I run out of charge,]ââ explains Munjal, âweâve run experiments with our consumers where we provide (in some cities) 300 charging points in a 5km radius of their neighbourhoods. This helps them realise that if they do run out of charge, they can simply park and load their batteries. The sales in these areas have reflected an increase, showing that the initiative is working well for us - itâs about the comfort factor for our customers."
    If anything, the future for electric seems to be ever-morphing into the present. While most units on display were concepts, weâre assured that price and launch announcements will reach us sometime in 2020.
    In case you (like me) were interested in something a little more traditional and exciting, motorcyclists thronged around the Aprillia and Suzuki podiums, which featured some pretty incredible toys - although fan favourites such as KTM, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Triumph, Honda and more were decidedly absent.
    © Sharan Sanil; Aprilliaâs RSV4 Factory-Spec model is a V4 all-Italian stallion - many consider it to be the best-sounding motorcycle of todayâs modern superbike roster.
    © Sharan Sanil; Moto Guzziâs V85TT is another mid-size scrambler with exotic credentials and an unusual quirk unique to the company, with their trademark transverse V-twin powerplants.
    © Sharan Sanil; A cheeky view of the Suzuki Katana - an 80s-90s legacy model revived after over 20 years. This slick Japanese Sport Tourer turned heads and will hopefully make it onto Indian shores.
    © Sharan Sanil; Possibly the biggest draw for racing enthusiasts at the Expo, Suzuki surprised us by bringing their MotoGP machine as a guest of honour at their podium.
    However, despite the petrol and internal combustion charms of these awesome bikes, Munjal reflects on how a lithium-ion powered future is anything but boring.

    âElectric is exciting,â exclaims Munjal. âRight now, in a lot of cases weâre making an effort to just get butts on the seats. Once you ride it, youâll understand just how exciting a product it is - a lot of people otherwise form their own opinions - itâs about just trying it once, and then youâll get sold on it.â

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    Foldable smartphones are not a thing of the future anymore as we see multiple companies now releasing their devices. As of now Samsung, Huawei, and Motorola have all showed off their foldable smartphones with unique designs. 

    However, with any folding screen smartphone, the first concern is its durability and how many times it can withstand the folding and unfolding action. Samsungâs first attempt at the Galaxy Fold was the perfect example of how things can go wrong and in the case of the Motorola Razr, we got to know what the problem could be. 

    In an initial teardown of the smartphone, the foldable screen is not particularly as fragile as Samsungâs first version of the Galaxy Fold but the hinge is facing issues. 

    © Motorola
    For the Motorola Razr, CNET kept a lower goal i.e. 100,000 folds and in the test, the result was quite shocking. In the test, CNET reveals that after 27,000 folds, the Motorola Razr was not able to close all the way. Thatâs less than half of what Samsungâs claim for the Galaxy Fold.  



    While CNETâs test may not reflect real-world use of the new Razr, however, it seems like the durability of the hinge is seriously a big worry. If CNETâs test can be translated to a real-world test, the Motorola Razr will not break in a year however will not last as long as traditional smartphones. 

    The Motorola Razr retails in the U.S. for $1,500 which might be a huge risk if the long-term durability of the smartphone is not certain. 

    Source: CNET

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  17. ADMIN
    Last year's Realme C2 marked Realme's solid arrival in the entry-level budget phone market. It has a lot going for it as it packs a lot of punch for the price. However, it didn't pose a challenge to Xiaomi's Redmi Note series.
    Well, it looks like this year Realme doesn't want to leave any stone unturned. The new Realme C3, the company's latest entry-level smartphone offering is a different beast altogether. Yes, budget phones and the terms "beast" don't really go hand-in-hand, but just hear me out.
    © MensXP/Karthik Iyer
    I've been using the Realme C3 for quite some time now to see what makes the phone tick. Here's my full review of the Realme C3.
    Design Looking at it from the front, the design of the Realme C3 comes across as a bit generic. Honestly, it looks like any other Realme phone to me, which is a good or a bad thing depending on what you think of Realme phones' design. I personally don't have any complaints about the design, because it doesn't look bad. I mean, it's a tall display with minimal bezels, so what's there to complain about?
    The back is where the real change is. Realme has decided to go with the same "sunrise" design that was seen on the Realme 5i. It looks something like this - 
    © MensXP/Karthik Iyer
    Yeah, it has a really cool pattern on the top when seen from a certain angle. It also has a really nice texture that gives it a super-premium feel. It definitely doesn't look or feel like an entry-level phone that costs under Rs 7,000. The buttons on both sides of the phone feel nice and clicky, which is always good.
    The Realme C3 has a massive 5,000mAh battery. However, it doesn't feel heavy or bulky at all. You might not be able to use the phone with one-hand, but it's very comfortable to hold. That's great because that battery really helps.
    But just like any other phone, the Realme C3 isn't perfect. It still uses a Micro-USB port at the bottom. I understand that it's a budget phone so we shouldn't be nitpicking, but I think it's high time phone manufacturers started using a USB Type-C port. Also, the Realme C3 doesn't have a fingerprint scanner, much like the Redmi A series of phones that it's competing with.
    © MensXP/Karthik Iyer
    Moving on, there's also a headphone jack on the Realme C3, so you'll still be able to use all your wired earphones. You'll also see the speaker grille at the bottom. The speaker quality, I'd say, is pretty good. But yes, it's an entry-level phone so it's always safe to keep your expectations in check here when it comes to these things.
    Overall, I'd say the Realme C3 is an eye-candy phone. It'll be available in two different color variants as seen in the images and both of them look pretty good. Yes, there are some shortcomings like the lack of the fingerprint scanner, but there really isn't much to complain about. I really like what Realme has done here.
    Display The Realme C3 sports a 6.5-inch HD+ panel on the front. It's got a "Mini-drop" notch on the top and minimal bezels surrounding the display. I really like the display on the Realme C3 despite the low resolution. Honestly, the tall display size makes up for it, so media consumption is not that bad at all.
    © MensXP/Karthik Iyer
    It's also a perfectly visible display outdoors, so that's great. I'd say the viewing angles are also good with no noticeable color shift. All good stuff, but it's worth pointing out that there's no Widevine L1 support here on the Realme C3. It means you can only stream standard quality content on platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, etc. No, not even HD quality.
    Performance Well, the performance part is what makes the Realme C3 special. The biggest draw for the Realme C3 is the new MediaTek Helio G70 processor that's powering things inside here. This is the first phone to come with this processor and it's pretty good at handling everything. The processor is coupled with up to 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage.
    So, how's the performance of the Realme C3? Well, the Helio G70 is not meant to be a flagship killer, but it's no slouch either. It may have some trouble handling things if you throw a lot of tasks simultaneously. But in general, it's perfectly fine for day-to-day usage.
    © MensXP/Karthik Iyer
    So, here's the thing, I kind of dread using entry-level phones these days mainly because of the performance shortcomings. But the Realme C3 made me feel at home. Except for when I was setting up the phone for the first time, I am yet to notice a lag or stutter while using the phone. And I consider myself a heavy user with a constant need to browse social media or send text messages, and it managed to hold up pretty well.
    Gaming is not something that I particularly enjoy doing on anything less than a flagship phone. I take my games very seriously and I almost never compromise on the hardware for that. But I had to test out the gaming performance on the Realme C3 because it's dubbed the "the most powerful entry-level smartphone".
    © MensXP/Karthik Iyer
    Well, I enjoyed playing games on this phone so much that I ended up writing a gaming review too. So be sure to check out the Realme C3's quick gaming review in which I tested out a few titles like PUBG Mobile, Call Of Duty Mobile and more. Spoiler alert: The Realme C3 is the only phone in this price range that runs PUBG Mobile smoothly even at Ultra settings.
    I also like the fact the Realme C3 comes with the new Realme UI that's based on Android 10 out of the box. This is the first Realme phone to come with the new software out of the box and Realme told me that all the new phones going forward will also ship with this new UI. That's great, you don't have to wait for a software update to get the latest UI even on a budget phone.
    Camera © MensXP/Karthik Iyer
    Camera performance is something even some of the flagship phones struggle with, so it comes with no surprise that it's also a hit or miss in Realme C3's case. The Realme C3 sports s dual-camera setup at the back which includes a 12MP sensor and a 2MP sensor for portrait shots. On the front, there's a 5MP selfie camera.
    The images that I managed to take using the Realme C3 during my testing period turned out okay-ish. Look, it's not a phone that's meant to score big numbers on DxOMark, so it's average at best. It's not bad by any means, but it certainly falls short of wowing you.
    © MensXP/Karthik Iyer
    In good lighting conditions, I'd say, the images from the Realme C3's shooter are usable at best. The dynamic range is a little off and the skies, as you can see, appear a little blown out. The built-in mode will kick in and boost the colors a bit. It's clearly noticeable when you're shooting outdoors.
    Talk about low-light conditions, and there's hardly anything to go in detail. But like I said, the Realme C3 is an entry-level device so it'd be unfair to expect stellar shots here. If your goal is to take decent-looking images for your Instagram or Snapchat stories and if you don't care much about taking really good low-light images, the Realme C3 is perfectly fine. Here, check out the samples for yourself - 

    Battery Life The Realme C3 packs a massive 5,000mAh battery inside and it's one of the USPs of the phone. This, by the way, isn't the first Realme phone to come with such a massive battery and I am sure it won't be the last either. I love how they manage to achieve a comfortable form factor even with a big battery inside.
    © MensXP/Karthik Iyer
    If I have to complain, then allow me to talk about the Micro-USB port at the bottom for charging. I mean, come on. It's 2020, so can we please be done with these? It really helps when you don't have to carry multiple cables for charging all your phones, especially when a lot of gadgets have now moved to USB Type C.
    As for the charging speed, well, it took me over two hours to fully charge the battery from below 5%. You get a 10W charger inside the box. The Realme C3 also supports reverse charging, so you can actually use the 5,000mAh battery as a power bank to charge other phones via a cable.
    Once fully charged, the phone will easily last for over a day. In fact, I was having a hard time to kill it in a day, so I'd say it'll last for a day and a half with moderate to heavy usage and even more if you're not a heavy hitter. Battery Life has never been an issue with Realme phones and the Realme C3 is no different.
    The Final Say The Realme C3 has launched in India for a starting price of Rs 6,999 for the 3GB/ 32GB variant. At that price, this phone is simply a steal. Not only is it a massive upgrade over last year's Realme C2, but it also brings a ton of new things to the table that I've never seen in this price range.
    © MensXP/Karthik Iyer
    The new MediaTek Helio G70 is a solid processor that adds great value to this phone. I also like the design and the build quality of the phone, which is usually not the case with entry-level phones. Add a massive 5,000mAh battery to that and you're looking at one heck of a phone for the price.
    Like I mentioned in my gaming review of the phone, there'll be a lot of other good entry-level phones on their way. But if you're hellbent on buying a phone right now and you're on a super tight budget, then look no further than the Realme C3. I am sure it'll make the wallet-conscious consumers happy.

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    Budget phones are not really good when it comes to gaming. We've reviewed a ton of budget phones and that's just the way it has been due to various cost-cutting measures. But Realme recently came up with a new phone called the Realme C3 and said it's "the most powerful entry-level smartphone".
    I was obviously a little skeptical about it. But as someone who's been playing a lot of games on phones lately, this caught my attention. So I decided to check it out. Honestly, I was quite surprised by the Realme C3's performance, especially gaming.
    © MensXP
    Even after doing that, I was constantly getting 40fps, which is quite amazing for a budget phone. Most phones in this price range can't even handle "High" settings. So, I'd say it's pretty darn good here in the Realme C3's case. Obviously, it's unfair to expect anything more than 40fps out of Realme C3, but let me tell you that the gameplay is buttery smooth.
    The gameplay is smooth across the board with multiple games that I tried. Even other resource-intensive titles like Call Of Duty Mobile and Shadow Fight 3  have been a joy to play on this phone. When it comes to Call Of Duty Mobile, I was averaging at about 55fps and the same is the case with Shadow Fight 3 as well. Those are some really good numbers for a phone that costs as much as the Realme C3 does.


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    Celebrities commemorating their box office releases and their consequent successes in a zany and quirky manner isnât exactly a new thing. However, given how much of a style recluse Tiger Shroff tends to be, we actually find it quite interesting, when he steps out wearing something very basic, and yet, so stylish.

    © Viral Bhayani
    Say what you will about Tiger, as far as his action sequences and dance numbers are concerned, he is untouchable. Last year, War was the highest-grossing film in India, mainly because of some insanely cool action sequences that we got to see from Hrithik Roshan and Tiger.

    © Yash Raj Films
    Naturally, he has an ardent and very vocal fan following. Just take Baaghi 3âs trailer launch and how well it was received. Within hours of its premiere, it had over 30  million views on YouTube and over a million likes, and over 80,000 comments. Those are engagement figures most influencers dream of.

    © Fox Star Studios
    Celebrating the initial success that the filmâs trailer saw, Tiger stepped out wearing an unusually cool pair of sneakers. Back when Tiger was riding high on Warâs massive box office success, he actually wore the same sneakers. Your lucky sneakers, are they, Tiger?

    © Viral Bhayani
    The sneakers that Tiger is wearing are from the Japanese athleisure brand, Onitsuka Tiger. The particular ones that he is wearing, are the iconic Mexico 66 in Gold. Now, to be clear, the sneakerâs arenât actually made with gold - they are a specially treated PU leather that have a golden coating. 

    © Onitsuka Tiger
    Onitsuka Tigers and Asics are a sort of staple for Tiger as far as sneakers are concerned. More often than not, be it in his films or his public appearances, he can be seen wearing either Onitsuka Tigers or Asics.
    © Viral Bhayani
    Moving on to the rest of his outfit, Tiger has paired the zany sneakers with a pair of joggers from Armani Exchange and a jacket, again from Asics. As basic as the outfit seems to be, they are laidback, cool and just functional, in line with Tiger's personal style. 

    © Viral Bhayani
    The simplistic ensemble is quintessentially Tiger and is a great way to pull off the streetwear meets athleisure aesthetic in a neat and subtle way. Way to go Tiger!

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    No pressure, but just FYI Valentine's day is right around the corner. Your partner might be expecting something off-beat for this big day. Not just that, deciding an outfit is another challenge for the day.
    The good news is, you don't have to rack your brains around this subject as we have done the groundwork for you. It's going to be easier than ever to go from desk to dinner with these fashionable items to put together looks that you can pull off at work and split for the dinner in no time. Thank us later!
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    Matrix 4 has officially begun shooting, yay!
    Keanu Reeves is back as Neo and we kind of have already gotten the first look. 
    Basically, the shooting is currently happening in San Fransisco and some lucky people got to see some behind-the-scenes stuff on their way to work. 
    Well, at least they were kind enough to share the very exciting stuff with the world.
    The Matrix 4 filming in San Francisco! - Feb 5 2020
    Thanks to @dougdalton IG Storyhttps://t.co/uEEPFc7GWk#thematrix4 #matrix4 #KeanuReeves #SanFrancisco pic.twitter.com/PekHZotq7t
    â Keanu Planet (@keanuplanet) February 5, 2020It honestly looks like Keanu is shooting for the next John Wick movie rather than for Matrix, but it's a crossover that would be welcome by literally everyone.
    The Matrix 4 filming in San Francisco! - Feb 5 2020
    Thanks to @rodrigoleandro (IG Story) https://t.co/W6UyEcSM8w#thematrix4 #matrix4 #KeanuReeves #SanFrancisco pic.twitter.com/FObYUXNxoI
    â Keanu Planet (@keanuplanet) February 5, 2020Long-haired Neo? Yes, everyone's here for it.

    The Matrix 4 filming in San Francisco! - Feb 5 2020
    Thanks to @rodrigoleandro (IG Story) https://t.co/W6UyEcSM8w#thematrix4 #matrix4 #KeanuReeves #SanFrancisco pic.twitter.com/JDq7uFcVIk
    â Keanu Planet (@keanuplanet) February 5, 2020Honest question - if you're on your way to work but see Keanu on the road shooting, would you actually make it to work or would you spend the day admiring him from afar?
    The Matrix 4 filming in San Francisco! - Feb 5 2020
    Thanks to @chames_the_iii (IG Story)
    Thanks @keanu_theclub for sharing https://t.co/pesyuvhJhi#thematrix4 #matrix4 #LanaWachowski #wachowski #KeanuReeves #SanFrancisco pic.twitter.com/s1GIYGFgKA
    â Keanu Planet (@keanuplanet) February 5, 2020What do you think?

    https://t.co/nBHyPmrFfv
    â Keanu Planet (@keanuplanet) February 5, 2020So much content!

    Nice video with Keanu Reeves during The Matrix 4 filming in San Francisco! - Feb 5 2020
    Thanks to @vivejn (IG Story)
    Thanks @thekontinentalkr https://t.co/91Ra7LzDX3#thematrix4 #matrix4 #keanureeves #LanaWachowski #wachowski #SanFrancisco pic.twitter.com/Gw5iBfL54k
    â Keanu Planet (@keanuplanet) February 5, 2020

    Literally everyone right now.
    Yes this is awesome!
    â Keanu Planet (@keanuplanet) February 5, 2020

    There are theories already.

    What if for part of the film heâs back to being Thomas Anderson? Just a guy whoâs living in The Matrix, unaware of who he was and what he did? Looking for Neo was a focus of The Matrix Online. That could be a reason why they couldnât find him. #TheMatrix4 #Matrix4
    â The Matrix Resource (@TheMatrixResou1) February 5, 2020Hmm.


    We don't tell you (Neo will never be a normal citizen)
    â Keanu Planet (@keanuplanet) February 5, 2020*insert the 'it's happening' gif*


    It's happening! #thematrix4 https://t.co/BzYJZtw8h9
    â Sergio Montini (@Montini) February 5, 2020

    Holy shit.


    Holy shit I didnât even know this movie had already begun filming.#TheMatrix4
    pic.twitter.com/3UVvwzi6dt
    â @Mr_Evertz (@Mr_Evertz) February 6, 2020

    This is not a drill, people!


    This is not a joke, itâs actually happening https://t.co/FXC08OcjLg
    â Bam (@Bamalam) February 6, 2020

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    While we all have a few favourites when it comes to Bollywood pairings in movies, sometimes, we become our own casting agents and like to wonder if a movie could have worked better with a much-better pairing. 
    Here are 5 superstars who have never worked together but would look great indeed if they did a film and shared the screen space for the sake of their fans:
    1.     Aamir Khan & Shah Rukh Khan
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    The two powerful Khans of Bollywood shared a history of animosity and bad blood but that is all out of the window now, ever since the two reconciled. Even though we have spotted them in B-town weddings and events together, a movie with our two favourites will be a treat for their fans.
    2.     Ranbir Kapoor & Kangana Ranaut
    © Bollywood
    Two actors who always manage to grab eyeballs for their dating life and sometimes, choice of work, are powerhouses of talent. Watching Ranbir Kapoor star in a movie with Kangana Ranaut would be super interesting to watch since both of them are extremely critical and picky about their script choices. The end result is bound to be stellar.
    3.     Salman And Deepika 
    © Colors
    Deepika Padukone has managed to do admirable work and work with almost every big star, however, we havenât watched these two share the screen yet.
    4.     Rani Mukerji & Akshay Kumar
    © Bollywood
    Two super-talented actors who have been in this industry for over two decades but havenât been in a single movie together. I feel the need a very strong script and good direction, because nothing less than perfect for these two.
    5.     Katrina Kaif & Ranveer Singh
    © Bollywood
    Good looks, good talent and extremely-pleasing aesthetic is what will happen when someone gets these two to share the silver space together. I feel a good comedy would be a great recipe.
    6.     Varun Dhawan & Hrithik Roshan
    © Bollywood
    After watching Hrithik and Tiger nail an action thriller like War, I feel Varun and Hrithik would make for a great bromance storyline.


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    The civilisation that we are presently a part of, is obsessed with a very particular idea of beauty. It has dictated over our lives from close proximity for so long, that it has almost become second nature to us. 
    Most of us wish for a certain skin tone, certain face cut or type of hair that weâd physically do anything within our power to attain and adhere to that society-approved notion of âideal beautyâ. This includes buying into advertisements that promise to turn our skin colour a few shades lighter or cover our bald patches with a fresh crop of hair.
    © Twitter
    However, in a positive move, the Health Ministry is doing its bit to enlighten people and penalise the culprits who are playing hard to make big bucks off of gullible people by selling them products that fall short on their claims.
    The Health Ministry has suggested bringing in some legislative changes to raise the punishment for misleading advertisements that promote fair skin, anti-hair loss, sexual performance and the like. The proposed punishment calls for five yearsâ imprisonment and a fine of Rs 50 lakh.
    The Ministry has called for these upgrades under the draft of Drugs and Magic Remedies (Objectionable Advertisements) (Amendment) Bill 2020, which aims to curb the menace of misleading advertisements, regardless of the platform where it is being published.
    © Instagram
    The Drugs and Magic Remedies Act, 1954 was put into place to protect vulnerable, gullible people from being exploited through advertisements that offer solutions and cures for certain health or cosmetic disorders.
    If the suggested amendments are accepted, some leading Bollywood celebrities might have to bear the brunt for promoting all that the health ministry is fighting against.
    1. Kartik Aaryan - Fair & Handsome
    Kartik has been the face of the brand which, according to its commercial, promotes fair skin to men who deserve to look fairer after a hard dayâs work. 
    2. Anushka Sharma- Nivea Deodorant
    Let alone fair skin, Anushka promotes fairer underarms. I mean what more is there to say?
    3. Ranbir Kapoor - Wild Stone 
    We bet this deodorant doesnât last more than an hour, let alone be as effective as this ad suggests.
    4. Alia Bhatt - Garnier  Spotless, lighter skin. Yes sure, Alia has tapped into the magic potion that would make a naturally-fair person fairer!
    5. Ranveer Singh - Colgate, Thumbs Up 
    Tell me this isnât an absolute joke? They have to be kidding us, right, if they think weâll buy this stuff to let our inner daredevil out? 
    6. Akshay Kumar - Revital H Sure, Akshay, sure. We know it is only Revital H that has kept you going all these years.
    7. Sara Ali Khan - Garnier Face Mask
    Dull skin needs âbrighteningâ and not refresh-ning, so trust Sara to give it to you in just 15 minutes!
    8. Yami Gautam - Fair & Lovely
    The real OG in the scene, Yami has been the face of this brand for ages. And as if lighter skin wasnât enough, she is now promoting the productâs âHD Glowâ.

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    Sanna Marin, the newly-appointed Prime Minister of Finland has made a lot of significant changes since she has come into power. The Finnish government, led by Marin, is showing the world what woman power can do and what tectonic changes can be brought about under their leadership.
    According to CNN, Finland on Wednesday announced a new policy that will grant equal parental leaves to both mothers and fathers. 
    The parents will get around seven months of paid leave and pregnant partners will get an extra one month leave before the child is born.
    Well, the basic idea behind this new policy is to uplift and improve gender equality and also enable an increase in the declining birth rate in Finland.
    The Minister of Health and Social Affairs in Finland, Aino-Kaisa Pekonen said, "This enables better equality between parents and diversity among families.â
    Also, Finlandâs coalition of five parties led by all-women leaders has made gender equality a priority.
    Hereâs how people on the internet are reacting to the new policy of equal parental leaves-
    We agree.
    This is great news for Finland! #parentalleaves https://t.co/Vq9H6Ac85z
    â Helena Liikanen-Renger (@HelenaLiikanen) February 6, 2020

    This is what happens when women lead.
    When women lead, policies that help families get prioritized.
    Finland's Prime Minister @MarinSanna has a majority female cabinet and is extending #PaidFamilyLeave to 14 months with both parents receiving equal leave quotas. https://t.co/RBasjxpjQD
    â Amy Diehl, PhD (@amydiehl) February 6, 2020

    Indeed.
    Very true.
    â Monib Usmani (@monibusmani001) February 6, 2020

    Equality for all is the dream.
    True
    â Vinod Sharma Bansi (@Vinod_Bansi) February 6, 2020

    According to Al Jazeera, The number of newborns in Finland declined by a fifth between the duration of 2010 to 2018. There were only 47,577 babies in a country where the population was approximately 5.5 million people.
    Countries such as Sweden and Iceland have seen a boost in the birth rate after the introduction of leave policies for fathers.
    What do you think? Let us know in the comments below.

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