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It's Computex week and there have been some crazy concept machines that were unveiled during the show and we came across a very unique device. HP unveiled a VR gaming backpack that basically runs RTX 2080 and comes with a VR headset. The entire setup where all the computing and processing takes place is strapped on your back while you can enjoy VR games anywhere. © HP The concept basically comes from VR gamers who complain that they are often confined in their room or a specific area. HP has come with a solution who want to enjoy VR games and not be confined to an area by putting everything that powers a gaming machine in a backpack-like-device. HP has launched something similar for their Omen gaming computers however this version comes with all the bells and whistles of a desktop gaming PC. © HP The VR backpack comes with 8th Gen Intel Core i7 CPU, Nvidia RTX 2080 GPU and can also be used via a display port for high-res VR gameplay. Compared to the previous model, HP says that the new VR backpack has 30 percent better performance and 25 percent faster graphics. In the case of wanting it to use as a traditional desktop, it can be plugged into a dock. It would look something like this: © HP Other specifications include 16GB of RAM and 256GB of SSD storage. The backpack can only last for 1-hour on battery life which is more than enough for VR gaming. Naturally, the HP VR backpack doesn't come cheap as it will sell for $3,300 (approx Rs 2,30,000). With the backpack, you get a battery charger, desktop dock, two batteries and a harness. The VR backpack is expected to be available sometime this summer.

If you're looking to add a little spice to your wardrobe, you should definitely add a few pairs of quirky socks in your ensemble. Before you brush this off as a joke, read further. Adding bright colours to your wardrobe do not just brighten up your look alone, but also brightens up your mood. Now, we understand that you can't just wear a bright red shirt to work, as that'll be awkward. But you can add hints of red without it dominating your corporate lewk. Think fruit-themed socks, or pop culture-inspired socks or socks of your favourite character or favourite food. Soxytoes have introduced a great range of quirky socks that we love. The best part about quirky socks is the fact that you can cherry-pick them to express your personality effortlessly. And, styling socks is not something everyone thinks about, so you can easily get your crush to notice you for your socks. 1. Netflix And Chill A pair of socks that represents what you could do all day every day, if not for your day job. © Instagram/ Soxytoes 2. For The Groom Socks for the big day in your life or for the night before when you have your bachelor party. © Instagram/ Soxytoes 3. Pizza Sticks Socks that reflect your love for food that you wouldn't give up for the world. © Instagram/ Soxytoes 4. Bright Yellow A pair of socks that are going to stand out effortlessly at work. © Instagram/ Soxytoes 5. The Hustle Socks The hustle socks represent the everyday grind that you're proud of. © Instagram/ Soxytoes

Well, we're pretty sure you're sick of all the unfortunate news surrounding PUBG Mobile during the course of the last few months. From people getting arrested to some of them even losing their lives, we've literally seen it all. As it turns out, even Tencent Games (developer of PUBG Mobile) is tired of all that bad press and has introduced a new feature to curb gaming addiction. Yes, the developers have introduced a new feature called 'Gameplay Management' that seeks to restrict how much young users are allowed to play the game. © PUBG With this new feature in place, the players who mark themselves as under 18 will receive an advisory when they start the game saying “those under 18 should avoid over-engaging”. In addition to that, the game will also send pop-up alerts at intervals telling them to put down their phones and take a break. Much needed, isn't it? In an official statement, Tencent Games manager Vincent Wang said, “Our team wants to ensure our community is equipped to make informed choices when it comes to 'PUBG Mobile. It's our proactive step in ensuring that hundreds of millions of players worldwide can continue to enjoy 'PUBG Mobile' in a sustainable manner." This new 'Gameplay Management' feature has already been deployed in countries like Indonesia, India, Nepal, the UAE, Kuwait, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt. We hope it arrives in other countries soon too. © PUBG We aren't seeing this feature for the first time, BTW. The Chinese version of PUBG Mobile already had a similar feature that restricted young players to spend too much time in the game. In fact, it's said that the Chinese government had even provided Tencent with limited access to the national citizen database so they can verify a particular person's age. Anyway, we really hope this new feature proves to be useful and the young players manage to take some time off the game.

'Game Of Thrones' is ending in two weeks, and this means we are so close to finding out who will finally sit on the Iron Throne. According to a tidal wave of theories about who will sit on the throne, the popular choices are Daenerys Targaryen or Jon Snow or them together or possibly their kid, if Dany gets pregnant. But turns out, they're not the only ones who could end up ruling the Seven Kingdoms. © HBO There is another unlikely pair that the show writers have been subtly building up: Sansa Stark and Tyrion Lannister. This season has clearly established one thing: they would've been together had it not been for their diverging loyalties. And clearly, they've both come a long way. From being married together by force- © HBO to here, where they both have strong independent ideologies, they have evolved throughout the series. © HBO Sansa supports an independent North that won't bend the knee and Tyrion is the hand of Daenerys Targaryen, which is a huge problem between them. However, after Sansa told Tyrion about Jon's true heritage, their alliance seems to have been established again. This arc logically makes sense if Daenerys becomes the Mad Queen in the end and has to be killed, and Jon ends up dying too. But one can't help but think that they would make good leaders together. Think about it, the two of the sharpest minds ruling Westerosi together, and would balance out each other's flaws, but this does seem rather unlikely.

Intel already has a powerful array of chipsets under its belt, and the company has just announced the new 9th Gen Intel Core H-series processors for laptops. Intel is specifically targeting the enthusiast PC gamers and creators looking to push their experience to the next level. According to the company, the new 9th Gen Intel Core mobile processors deliver desktop-calibre performance in a mobile form factor, and you can get crazy good speeds of up to 5GHz. © Reuters The new top of the line 9th Gen Intel Core i9-9980HK processor is the company's first core i9 mobile processor with up to 5GHz with Intel's Thermal Velocity Boost. It has 8 cores, 16 threads and supports 16MB of Smart Cache. If you are someone who's looking to upgrade your, say, 3-year-old rig, then the new 9th gen processors will give you a performance leap of 33-per cent. And if you are a gamer who's upgrading from a 3-year-old PC, then you can expect to play immersive AAA gameplay with up to 56-percent FPS improvement on select games, and experience 38-per cent faster loading times in CPU-intensive titles like Civilization 6. This is just the new CPUs alone. Pair it with the right GPU, RAM, etc., then you can expect a significant upgrade in your gaming experience. A full range of 9th Gen mobile processors including Intel Core i5, i7, and i9 will be available with the OEMs, so you can expect compelling gaming laptops from the likes of Acer, ASUS, Dell, HP, Lenovo and MSI very soon. In addition to the mobile chips, the 9th Gen Intel Core desktop processor family was also introduced. The 9th Gen Intel Core desktop processor lineup now includes more than 25 total products with options ranging from Intel Core i3 up to Intel Core i9.

Summer months are always exhausting as the heat makes everything all the more tiring. A list of tasks that are hard to process includes washing clothes or taking a shower because getting up and taking a shower can sometimes be so exhausting, even just in theory. So, if you want to figure out a quick and easy regime to get away from the tiresome process of taking a shower, you should consider these: 1. Have You Heard Of Dry Shampoo? © Getty Images Dry shampoo is a Godsend product, quite literally. If your hair is not on point and you need a quick fix, you should consider dry shampoos. Two-three puffs of this product will make your oily/ dirty hair look fresh again. 2. Face Wipes Are Great For A 10-Second Fix © Getty Images If you have to wake up and rush out, face wipes are a good replacement for a face wash. Scented ones will leave a lingering fragrance which makes them completely worth the money they come for. 3. Don't Forget The Deodorant © Getty Images If you're heading out and possibly don't have time for anything at all. There's one thing you should always keep handy to keep yourself stink-proof: a deodorant. 4. When In Doubt, Moisturize © Getty Images Our skin tends to dry up very easily. A good moisturizer helps hydrate skin which makes it look healthier than an unmoisturized dry face. 5. A Mouthwash Can Save Your Life © Getty Images Trust us. You don't want people to not like you just because you smell bad. A mouthwash makes that difference. Just use some before you step out.

Sushma Swaraj has saved quite a few lives in her tenure as the Union External Affairs Minister, and literally so. Over time, she has turned into a sort of quasi-godmother for Indians residing abroad, who swiftly steps up to help those in need. Swaraj has been actively helping Indians living abroad, who reach out to her in moments of distress through social media platforms such as Twitter. © Twitter Earlier today, she pulled a 'Main Hoon Na' move when an Indian national in Saudi Arabia reached out to her and she assured to help him out by saying “hum hain na”. An Indian named Ali had been trying to leave Saudi and get back to India for the past one year. He had been in touch with the Indian Embassy in Riyadh for the same purpose, however, nothing came out of his efforts even after 12 months of struggle, and as a last resort he reached out to Swaraj for help. 'Khud kusi' ki baat nahin sochte. Hum hain na. Hamari Embassy aapki poori madad karegi. @IndianEmbRiyadh - Pls send me a report on this. https://t.co/ajU8EXyhAK — Chowkidar Sushma Swaraj (@SushmaSwaraj) April 18, 2019 In his plea, he stated that he has tried tooth and nail to get back to India, but the Indian Embassy has shown no seriousness in considering his request. Now, the man said that if help is not sent, he might have to take his own life, as he can see no other way. To this Swaraj promptly replied saying, “Khud kusi ki baat nahin sochte. Hum hain na. Hamari Embassy aapki poori madad karegi. @IndianEmbRiyadh - Pls send me a report on this,” and asked the authorities to look into the matter. © Twitter This isn't all. We have witnessed Sushma Swaraj come to the rescue of many others in the past as well. Last year she also responded to a tweet stating that she personally handled her Twitter account, and it wasn't “her ghost” doing it for her. She has a great sense of humour and an even greater sense of responsibility and accountability for her duty as well as her position.

We live in strange times and weird things happen around us all the time. However, things become even more mind-boggling when stranger things begin to make sense. In 2016, we heard a Meerut based cleric report that his wife was threatening to commit suicide if he didn't shave off his beard. If you find that weird, then read this. A Times Now report has shared that a 23-year-old woman from Madhya Pradesh has filed for divorce from her husband, because her 25-year-old partner refused to shave and bathe for 7-8 days at a stretch. (c) Reliance Entertainment The couple married last year, and upon hearing their mutual plea, the Bhopal family court has asked them to live separately for six months before granting them a divorce decree. via GIPHY A court counsellor Shail Awasthi told PTI, “Women now-a-days are separating from their husband over petty issues. This woman, who hails from Barigarh near Bhopal, complained that her husband stinks and when she asks him to bathe, he wears perfume to beat the odour.” via GIPHY Well, that's something. And regardless of the absurd premise for seeking divorce, it kind of still makes sense. In a way, this is sort of a life lesson for men to take their personal grooming needs more seriously. As we can see, nowadays even grooming or lack of it can make or break the deal, and honestly no woman or man likes a stinking, shabby partner. So, we can't really blame this woman, can we?

Pankaj Tripathi is the man of the hour, and it wouldn't be wrong to say that his time has finally come after a long overdue. From being a hit as Sultan Qureshi in 'Gangs of Wasseypur' and catching everyone's attention, to making Kaleen Bhaiya such an iconic character, the audience just needs to see the man in action once to keep coming back to him over and over again. (c) Instagram Last seen in 'Luka Chuppi' as the goofball Babulal, his charms have now made hundreds of wishes come true as the makers of Irrfan Khan starrer 'Angrezi Medium' roped in Tripathi for a cameo in the film. 'Angrezi Medium' also marks Irrfan's comeback after beating cancer. However, it is Tripathi who is beyond happy to be working with Irrfan in the film. This will be Irrfan Khan and Pankaj Tripathi's first collaboration together, and in a recent interview the letter admitted that he had always wanted to work with Irrfan. (c) Maddock Films Pankaj told the media that, "It is my love and respect for Irrfan and my friendship with Dinoo [Dinesh Vijan] that made me say yes.” Reportedly, Pankaj will be seen in a cameo in the movie, where he will essay the role of a travel agency dealer, who helps Irrfan and his daughter reach UK. It is indeed a terrific news for all Irrfan Khan and Pankaj Tripathi fans, and we are pretty sure that just like us, even they can't wait to watch two of Bollywood's biggest dark horses come together on the big screen.

Rich Piana, the famous bodybuilding figure, who admittedly took a lot of steroids during and after his career was one of the most influential figures in modern-day bodybuilding. via GIPHY His quote and the tagline of his nutritional supplement company 5% Nutrition, 'Whatever it takes' still has a massive following and is still worn as a badge by many aspirational young bodybuilders today. Rich Piana was very open about his drug usage and even used to openly speak about his steroid cycles and astronomical dosages on his YouTube videos. He passed away on August 2017 due to an alleged overdose of steroids and other drugs and his autopsy reports also indicated some severe health markers like enlarged heart, oedema in the brain, etc. The cause of death was undetermined and even though it may not be steroids directly, injecting those in high doses do come with side-effects which may play a role as compounding factors in other health risks for sure. The one thing for which I respected Rich Piana was his open admission of drugs and he did not pretend to be one of those fake natties who would lie and try to sell you their shit by claiming you can become like them without steroid usage. Rich also made very open and valid pointers about steroid usage which everyone considering going the dark way: 1. He Was Not For Or Against Steroids One noteworthy thing about Rich was that he was very open about his usage and he was a very famous guy. He knew his stance would be taken seriously and even followed by aspiring bodybuilders who looked up to him. He still never promoted or told people that they should use steroids. If they wanted to take them and compete in shows that did not discourage steroid usage, then it was up to the person to make that decision. It was at the end a person's own responsibility if they decided to take them. 2. He Hated The Way Bodybuilding Was Evolving Rich told in an interview that one thing that did not go down well with him was the rampant usage of steroids and the slow death of the spirit of bodybuilding. Bodybuilding was a sport or a lifestyle that was more about pumping iron and lifting weights. But he did not like the way how it was turning out to be more about injecting steroids over pumping iron. 3. He Was Against Teens & Young Guys Taking Steroids via GIPHY Rich used to openly highlight the ugly side of taking steroids as well and used to educate as to how taking testosterone led to crash in the normal hormone production or atrophy of testes. Or how taking growth hormone led to the growth of your internal organs. He went on to even say that how GH as a peptide leads to a bodybuilders gut as the intestines push out to unnatural levels and push your abs inches apart. 4. Rich Warned The Side-Effects Will Come Back To Bite You Another major claim or opinion that Rich held was how even though in the short term it may mean more test levels, more strength, more muscle building and the other benefits that come with it, it is never that pleasant in the long-term and how do the side effects of steroid use always come to bite you back later on. 5. He Admitted To The Sides-Effects He Faced Rich also opened up about his problem with steroids and how he faced certain side effects like roid rage and how it used to affect his relationship with his girlfriend back in the day. Overall, if you critically assess it, Rich never was a flag-bearer for usage or discouraged usage. He always showed the true picture and admitted that there are both pros and cons of taking steroids. At the end of the day, it is for you to weigh both the sides and see which side seems more lucrative to you before you make the leap. Author Bio: Pratik Thakkar is the co-founder and director of GetSetGo Fitness, an online fitness company and the founder of Mars Nutrition, a nutrition supplement company. Both his companies are geared towards providing you with the right information and products without any false or fake claims. You can reach out to him at pratik@getsetgo.fitness and follow him on Instagram.

Amidst the heat of elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has been accused of stealing a template for its party's new website. A start-up, W3Layouts, has alleged that the party used their template but deliberately removed the backlink. W3Layouts also alleged that the party had removed the code wherever W3Layouts' name was mentioned as soon as the matter was brought to light. The company published a blog post explaining the matter and even posted a series of tweets exposing the whole debacle. Why Removed author information from css ?? But it is available at https://t.co/PyHj2HymCG pic.twitter.com/Nih9cFJe85 — W3layouts (@W3layouts) March 22, 2019 “While the visible backlinks were removed, it was clear that BJP was still using the W3Layouts code as it was evident in the source code of the page,” one of the tweets said. After a few days of back-and-forth banter, BJP decided to take down the code from their website. In response, the party said, “It was a free-to-use application. Their code was dropped after they insisted on a backlink, as it is not something we do in the normal course. We had in fact offered to mention their name but since it didn't find favour, we preferred to work with the alternate solution. We are not using their template.” © Twitter Although the matter has been settled with BJP dropping W3Layouts' template, the start-up founder stressed that the license agreement was clear. He said, “You are not allowed to remove back-link to W3Layouts in a template unless you have paid for the template.” Both the BJP and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have decided to remain tight-lipped on this matter. In fact, the PM has found himself facing flak for using selling #MainBhiChowkidar merchandise on his Twitter handle.

When you're shopping for shaving supplies, it's almost impossible not to feel a little intimidated by the sheer number of products out there. If you go to the supermarket, you find that there's a whole aisle dedicated to them. The same thing happens when you shop online and are confronted by pages upon pages of search results. In fact, you probably wouldn't be alone in wondering if you should be adding several steps to your trusty shaving routine in order to get the best results. Gentlemen, it's time for you to dispel these doubts from your mind. Shaving is an important element in every man's attempt to look well-groomed, but there's really no need to overcomplicate it. The fact of the matter is, if you buy every new shaving product you see in a blind panic, you're likely to end up with a collection of shaving paraphernalia that doesn't really go well with each other. The result? You end up with underwhelming grooming results and do your skin more harm than good in the process. What's The Solution? A top-of-the-line razor and some shaving cream are not enough to get the best shave, and hundreds of shaving products are nothing but overkill. What you need to achieve grooming perfection is a shaving kit. What's that, we hear you ask? It's a pre-packaged set of grooming products that work together cohesively to give you the smoothest shave possible. It's a real no-brainer - someone else does all the hard work of putting together the best products into one set, and all you have to do is go through the motions and enjoy your great shave. What's more? Buying one of these kits is much cheaper than buying each component individually, so you make some great savings too. Not only are they great for your appearance, but they're also excellent long term investments for the spruced-up gent who takes his appearance seriously. What To Look For What constitutes a great shaving kit is really a matter of personal taste and depends on your grooming requirements. Some men need a whole gamut of shaving as well as pre and post-care products to look their best. Others (the lucky ones) require just the basics to achieve the desired result. As luck would have it, there are many such kits on the market right now, each with its own set of products to offer. Selecting the best shaving kit from this multitude of options can be a tough task, but we've put together the following list of options that deliver in terms of product and value, to help with the selection process. Choose From The Best Shaving Kits To Achieve That Perfect Shave 1. Merkur 5-Piece Shaving Gift Set © Amazon If you were looking for a gift for a man who is serious about his facial hair but also likes a bit of style, then this shaving kit from Merkur is quite possibly the perfect choice. It comes with all the essentials - safety razor, shaving bowl, shaving soap, badger brush, and stand. The flair is added by the chrome-plated finish, which means you can place this proudly in your bathroom along with all your other grooming essentials. This kit features the Merkur 23C, an ideal choice for someone who is trying out double edge safety razors for the first time. It has a closed comb design but is lighter than Merkur's more advanced offerings. This means it's easier to handle, resulting in a smooth shave without much effort or nicks and cuts. The badger brush does a great job of providing an incredibly rich lather with each use, while the glycerine-based shaving soap is gentle on your skin. The deep resting shaving bowl is an extremely convenient addition to the whole ensemble and the chrome-plated finish to each element guards against rust and decay. This means that all you need to replace regularly is the shaving soap, while every piece will last you a really long time. MRP: Rs. 35, 215 Buy It Here 2. Bevel Shave System Starter Kit © Amazon Specially designed to reduce the risk of nasty skin irritations and bumps, this comprehensive shaving system from Bevel takes care of the whole shaving experience from start to finish. The first item is a pre-shave priming oil, which helps prepare the skin and the hair before you unsheath the blade. Their shave cream is rich in aloe vera, which adds a soothing touch with every application. The triple action badger brush helps you work up a rich lather before the safety razor works its magic. Once you've rinsed off, finish with their restoring balm to ensure that your skin remains incredibly smooth post-shave. When it comes to selecting the best shaving kit on the market, this one definitely deserves your full attention. MRP: Rs. 13, 410 Buy It Here 3. Grooming Lounge “The Greatest Shave Ever” Kit © Amazon Including the words 'greatest ever' might be a tall claim, but this shaving set from Grooming Lounge certainly is one of the best money can buy. Created using inputs from master barbers and skincare experts, it leaves the choice of razor up to you but addresses your every other shaving need. Start off with the Mug Cleaner Face Wash and the Beard Master Shave Oil to help make your face oil and grime-free and facial hair soft and ready. Next, apply the Beard Destroyer Shave Cream to prepare for swift razor action, finishing off with the Best For Last aftershave to stimulate your skin when you're done. MRP: Rs. 10,590 Buy It Here 4. Olivina Men Grooming Essentials Kit © Amazon Here's another shaving kit for men that would not only be a great addition to any man's grooming routine but also makes for a great gift. This box contains all you need for an amazing shaving experience, from start to finish. The 2-in-1 Shave Prep & Beard Oil contains cedar and bergamot, ensuring a fragrant pre-shave experience. Lather up with their bourbon and cedar conditioning shave cream or shave soap (whichever you prefer) before you use the top-of-the-line chrome deluxe safety razor. Ran out of blades? Don't worry, they've also thrown in five extra blades to make sure you don't have to use blunt razors on your face. The final act is to apply their bourbon cedar cologne, a natural, essential oil-based fragrance. If you're going on a trip, you can carry it all along with you in their natty washed canvas travel bag so that you can keep up with your grooming routine even when you're on the move. MRP: Rs. 11,199 Buy It Here 5. Every Man Jack Shave Kit © Amazon Another popular branded shaving kit that does the basics really well while allowing you to use your preferred razor, this one from Every Man Jack comprises just three main products. The cleansing face scrub is a great pre-shave option and works well with the hydrating shaving cream that follows. Once you've lathered up and your razor has worked its magic, the soothing face lotion provides a refreshing finish. Everything you need to clean up nice is contained in this one box, and you even get a compact toiletry bag to take your shaving supplies on the road with you! At its affordable price point, this is a pocket-friendly and performance-heavy option from our list that is worth looking into. MRP: Rs. 3,308 Buy It Here 6. Harry's 4-Pack Starter Set © Amazon If you're putting together a list of the best shaving kits out there, it's impossible not to include one from Harry's, a reputed name in the world of shaving and personal care. They curate top quality shaving products and kits, and one of their excellent starter kits is ideal for someone who is just starting to shave. This particular kit, in a striking tennis green colour, contains a razor and handle with a weighted core and a textured rubber grip. Its high-quality blades are carefully constructed to deliver the closest, most comfortable shave possible. A travel blade cover is also included to protect these blades for when you're packing them up to take along with you. The shave gel bottle ensures a rich lather every time while also refreshing your skin thanks to the goodness of aloe and cucumber. MRP: Rs. 7,896 Buy It Here 7. Colonel Conk All Natural 4-Step Shaving Kit © Amazon Launched in 2015, the All Natural line from US-based brand Colonel Conk is, as the name suggests, 100% natural. As the name suggests, this kit contains four products - a pre-shave oil, shave cream, badger brush and aftershave lotion. The bristles of the brush are made from natural pure badger hair and is offset by the chrome handle. The other products are excellent in quality and also deliver in terms of price, which makes this kit a great addition to any man's grooming routine. MRP: Rs. 8,169 Buy It Here 8. Harry D Koenig & Co 5 Piece Shave Set © Amazon If there ever was a shaving kit that would immediately grab your attention as soon as you walk into the bathroom, this surely is the one. It will definitely upgrade the decor in your bathroom, and it also happens to contain every element you need for a perfect shave! This set includes a razor, a natural bristle brush, shave soap, bowl, and a mirror, all housed neatly in a stand that can easily be placed on your bathroom countertop. Every metal object has a chrome plating, which ensures long term durability. The T-shaped design allows you to store the included cartridge razor alongside the shaving brush in a vertical position, making for safe and sanitary storage. Even if you decide to change razors or brushes at any time down the road, the universal fittings on this stand will allow for any number of options to fit into the slot. The mirror on the stand is a welcome feature as it allows you to monitor your blade from a different angle. The shaving bowl that's included is ideal for shaving soaps with its relatively shallow design, but you can even use shaving cream if you so please. Of all the options out there right now, this is definitely one of the best shaving kits you can purchase. MRP: Rs. 15,421 Buy It Here 9. Baxter of California 1.2.3. Shaving Kit © Amazon This California-based brand is famed the world over for its safety razors, so it comes as no surprise that its shaving kits are just as pleasurable to use. Named the 1.2.3. kit, it includes only three items, all of which combine to give you a luxurious wet shave. The super close shave formula is extremely thick and rich and lifts your facial hair up admirably so that your razor can get rid of them more closely. The badger hair bristles help to distribute the shaving formula evenly all over your face, forming a smooth lather that makes the blade's job extremely easy. To finish off, apply the aftershave balm to enjoy a cooling effect while also protecting against annoying razor burns. Shaving doesn't get more traditional than this, so you would do well to invest in this kit even though it is a bit on the pricey side. MRP: Rs. 22,859 Buy It Here 10. Dorco LetsShave Executive Trial Shaving Kit © Amazon A product of the world-famous shaving brand Dorco, this executive trial kit from LetsShave includes a mix of products that will see to all your shaving needs without you having to purchase each one of them separately. Dorco has risen to global fame as a brand that offers attractive shaving subscriptions, as well as being the creators of the world's first six-blade razor. The advanced handle, included within this kit, has a weighted core and a texturised rubber grip, and is compatible will all of their razors. The common docking system allows you to switch blade types whenever you want, so that you can take advantage of the unique benefits their four and six-blade razors have. As for the rest of the products in the kit, the shaving foam is paraben and sulphate free, which creates a rich lather and allows the razor to glide easily across your skin. It's enriched with coconut oil, which has antibacterial and antifungal that prevent all manner of razor burns, dryness and skin irritations. You even get a spacious travel bag free with your purchase, one that is water resistant with a convenient front zip that allows you to take your shaving supplies with you on your travels without a second thought. MRP: Rs. 593 Buy It Here 11. Royal Shave Black & Chrome Shaving Set © Amazon If you're in the market for a men's shaving kit that addresses all your shaving needs at once, then look no further. This shaving set from Royal Shave comprises all the best components, including an Edwin Jagger DE86 Safety Razor, a natural boar bristle brush, a shaving mug, shaving soap, extra blades, as well as a stylish kit stand that allows you to store all these in one place. The razor has a safety bar with a scalloped closed comb that offers an extremely close shave. Combined with its great balance and solid grip, it's extremely easy to manoeuvre across the contours of your face. The Royal Shave PB3 brush and the mug, combined with the lemon and sandalwood scented shaving soap, provides the perfect lather for your shave. This shaving kit even includes five packs of both Wilkinson Sword and Derby blades, allowing you to test out both these reputed brands in your razor before you choose one of the two. MRP: Rs. 23,279 Buy It Here 12. Gillette Mach 3 Limited Edition Travel Pack © Amazon Just like every other shaving kit Gillette makes, this one has the ingredients for an optimal shave during which you're in control every step of the way. The razor features three high definition blades and an ergonomic handle and is also fitted with a Comfort Guard with five microfins that give a closer shave. At the top, an indicator lubrication strip changes colour and fades to white to signify that it's time to switch blades. The kit also includes a soothing shave gel, two replacement cartridges for the razor as well as a stylish travel bag for you to store all your shaving supplies in. MRP: Rs. 499 Buy It Here 13. Van Der Hagen Boar Shave Set © Amazon What it says on the box is exactly what you get with this shaving kit from Van Der Hagen - it includes a quality shaving soap, a nice ceramic shaving bowl, a badger hair brush, and a stand. It's the ideal kit to buy for someone who is trying to choose between a safety razor or a cartridge razor because it contains all the rest of the items he needs to achieve a great shave. The soap is extremely easy to lather, the bowl is durable and long-lasting, and even the brush is good quality. The boar hair shaving brush is the more affordable alternative to the more commonly used badger hair brush, but still generates a rich lather that covers your face completely. Even the apothecary mug is specially designed to develop maximum foam very quickly, which makes for a dynamic duo. The shaving soap is a hugely popular addition as well - replete with mango, cocoa and shea butters that lubricate the skin and protect against razor burn and reduce nicks and cuts. The eye-catching box makes it an ideal gifting option as well, so this is one of the best shaving kits you can get your hands on in terms of all-round value. MRP: Rs. 7,109 Buy It Here 14. 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This year we've seen three midrange phones sport a 48-megapixel rear camera in India -- Vivo V15 Pro, OPPO F11 Pro, and Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro. The on-paper number war has been going for years and we've seen phone makers play around with internal storage as well as the RAM. © MensXP With the current 48-megapixel offering, brands have tried to lure users by numbers. They take this a step further by merging four pixels into one for low-light shots, and in turn deliver sharper pictures with better details. Every brand wants to establish itself as a smartphone photography expert, but, what's the limit in this number game? © PC World Even before we can think of a number, Qualcomm has revised specifications of its processors. XDA Developers was the first one to discover this, and the updated spec sheet includes better single and dual camera capabilities, advanced slo-mo recording, and a new feature called Hybrid Autofocus. But, what stands out the most is the support of sensors up to 192-megapixel. The list of chipsets to now support 192-megapixel picture captures are Snapdragon 670, Snapdragon 675, Snapdragon 710, Snapdragon 845 and Snapdragon 855. Before you get all amped up, please note that this is just a theoretical value. Don't expect a 192-megapixel phone soon since there are a host of challenges to overcome. © XDA Developers / Snapdragon 855 Updated Sheet Firstly, you'd have to get your hands on a 192-megapixel lens and there are none available right now. Sensors that support this resolution cannot be suddenly squeezed down to fit in an ultra-portable smartphone. Secondly, the chipsets can support a single 192-megapixel lens only, and cannot be accompanied by a secondary lens or even a front camera. To facilitate this large resolution, Qualcomm is incorporating zero shutter lag and eliminating multi-frame noise reduction. One major take away from this update is that modern chipsets or the ISP (image signal processor) have come a long way and Qualcomm is constantly improvising. © Nokia On the other end of the spectrum, Nokia is trying a new approach of adding different lenses onto a single phone. The Nokia 9 houses five rear cameras with Zeiss certified lenses, that are joined by three 12-megapixel monochrome sensors and two 12-megapixel RGB sensors.

While India is currently occupied with the T20 series, followed by the five-match ODI series against the visiting Australian cricket team, the Indian fans are also seemingly excited about the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League, a tournament where India's greatest cricketing talents go against each other in the Twenty20 format of the game. It goes without saying that when the Indian titans, who have made a name for themselves on an international level, compete against one another, the need for cockiness is real, hence the brilliant IPL promos that we have had the pleasure to view. We have already seen how the newest wicket keeper-batsman and India's certified sledging mascot, Rishabh Pant, challenged one of the most decorated and calm Indian skippers in MS Dhoni in the first promo. You know it's VIVO @IPL time when idols become rivals! @RishabPant777 will agree. ð Will the student become the master? Watch whose game will do the talking this season, March 23 onwards, LIVE on Star Sports. #VIVOIPL pic.twitter.com/5DZLGtVa1w — Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) February 23, 2019 “This time I will dominate the field so much that 'Captain Cool' Mahi Bhai, will lose his cool,” said the 21-year-old in the promo for the matchup between Pant's Delhi Capitals and Dhoni's reigning champions in Chennai Super Kings that will first happen on 26th March 2019. With the second IPL promo dropping in during the weekend, it's bowler Jasprit Bumrah's turn to irk India's current captain, Virat Kohli. Bumrah is currently ranked number 1 in the ICC rankings for ODI bowlers, while Kohli is first in Test and ODI rankings, both. Steps to become the world's best bowler: 1. Game dikhao 2. Bowl @imVkohli out ð¥ð¥ have been fired by @Jaspritbumrah93! Watch the two stars face off in the VIVO @IPL, March 23 onwards on Star Sports. #VIVOIPL pic.twitter.com/c3tOm19Sel — Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) February 23, 2019 “World's best bowler? Not yet… I still need to take the world's best batsman's wicket,” says the Indian pacer. “I am coming for you, 'Cheeku Bhaiya' and this time you won't be in my team either.” The short yet crisp promo ends with Virat Kohli watching Bumrah challenge him on television followed by his best 'pissed off' expression in years. Despite Bumrah's best attempts to sound as lordly as he possibly could, the Indian fans could see right through the facade and reacted on Twitter in the best way possible: pic.twitter.com/iIUMEZrkd6 — Nitesh Khandelwal (@k_nitzz23) February 23, 2019 Maza aayega. Boom Boom @Jaspritbumrah93 — राहà¥à¤² पà¤à¥à¤² ð®ð³ð®ð³ (@RAHULPA461) February 23, 2019 ð pic.twitter.com/Fq2QYbKLev — ~ Akshay || Virat || NaMo ~ (@imNikChauhan) February 23, 2019 Ye kuchh jyada hi ho gya hððð — Suraj gupta (@Realitysuraj) February 23, 2019 ð pic.twitter.com/CU5bOZ7VS9 — ððððð âð£ððððð¥ ð®ð³ (@thalacricket) February 23, 2019 The Advertisement Level of @IPL is :#IPL2019 #VIVOIPL #IPL pic.twitter.com/T2KiXBhP3c — Aditya Saha (@adityakumar480) February 23, 2019 Bumrah and the Mumbai Indians will take on Kohli's Royal Challengers Bangalore on 28th March 2019, so mark your calendars!

They say that shoes speak louder than words. But when it comes to buying a new pair of leather shoes, we all know that it's an investment. Every man knows better than most that a quality pair of leather shoes does cost a little more than the average amount one spends on clothing or accessories. If you're smart enough to break in and care for fine footwear from the first day, they go a long way. Shoe care is essential, especially for a new pair. Guidelines on polishing, storage and wear and tear are what makes your shoe last for years. Here's everything you would need to know about taking care of new shoes: 1. Breaking-In The Right Way © Gettyimages A new shoe can be a mine-field with blisters and shoe-bites at every nook, just waiting to happen. It's best to break into your new shoes for a few weeks till you start wearing them on a regular basis. The tip here would be to break into them by wearing the shoes for a few hours at a time on the first few outings. As gradually wearing them over a period of a few weeks helps you mould into them slowly, it also increases the longevity of you shoe. 2. Regular Care © Gettyimages After a long day of wearability, kicking your shoes on the floor and forgetting about them is unacceptable. A sensitive but sturdy material like leather needs regular care. Invest in a leather shoe cleaning wipes and remove stains and mud off them. You could also use a shoe brush to clean any dirt that's can be easily dusted off. These minor steps can increase the life of your shoes by many years. 3. Rest Them Well © Gettyimages As much as you're tempted to wear your new kicks everyday, it's advisable to rest them. Avoid extreme wear for the first few weeks at least. This process helps the leather open up and adjust to your foot. We would recommend wearing the shoe a maximum of 2-3 times a week and resting for a day in between each wear. 4. Polish Them The Right Way © Gettyimages As leather has the tendency to dry up, you wouldn't want your beloved (not to mention, expensive) shoes to end up in flakes. Add moisture to your shoe by polishing them once every fortnight to avoid cracking. Pro tip: Most men make the mistake of polishing their shoes moments before they step out of the house. Instead, apply the polish to let it really seep into the leather for couple hours, then brush it off and shine the shoes. 5. Storage Tips © Gettyimages Don'ts: Avoid storing leather shoes in plastic bags, as that can lead to mould. Dos: Store your leather shoes in either shoe bags or shoe boxes. Throwing them in a shoe rack without any covering is not a boss move. Always remember, a little goes a long way. These tips can help increase your leather shoe's lifespan by years. Thank us later, fellas!

After witnessing a crazy bidding war at the auctions last December, the twelfth edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is set to begin from 23rd March when defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) take on Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in what promises to be a pulsating encounter. Fighting off the all-important general elections, the upcoming season has been divided into different phases to avoid a potential clash. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has released the dates for the first phase - from 23rd March to 5th April - of the tournament. ð¨ Announcement ð¨: The #VIVOIPL schedule for the first two weeks is out. The first match of the 2019 season will be played between @ChennaiIPL and @RCBTweets Details - https://t.co/wCi6dYHlXL pic.twitter.com/TaYdXNKVSx — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) February 19, 2019 The Indian cricket board has got clearance for 17 matches with the eight home venues of the respective franchises getting two matches each and Delhi getting to host three games in the first segment of the cash-rich T20 league. All teams will play a minimum of four matches with Delhi Capitals (DC) and RCB getting five games. Similarly, every team will play a minimum of two home and as many away games, barring DC who'll play three games at home and RCB who'll play three away matches. According to a HT report, a senior BCCI official revealed that the complete schedule of the twelfth edition cannot be released together keeping the upcoming general elections in mind. With the whole tournament set to be played in India, the BCCI is trying to ensure that the dates of elections don't coincide with the matches. “The full schedule will take some time as we need to wait for the general election dates to be released by the election commission. But for now, the dates of the first segment of the tournament is to be released. We all know the kind of arrangement that goes behind hosting elections and that is the priority,” the senior BCCI official told HT. © BCCL The IPL 2019 opener will pit two of the most popular and respected cricketers - Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni - against each other. While Dhoni-led CSK made a roaring comeback last season - winning the IPL 2018 title - following their two-year suspension in lieu to the spot-fixing case, Kohli's RCB had a forgettable outing last season. Both the teams will be eager to begin their campaign on a winning note, but we're pretty sure there'll be no shortage of excitement or entertainment as two of the biggest names in international cricket would be seen competing against each other. Clearly, the announcement of the schedule for the first phase of the tournament that had CSK taking on RCB in the opening match got the fans excited. Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Chennai Super Kings for the opener, all I can predict is if we win the first game and defeat Whistle Podu, we're all set to hold the cup this time. Srini Mama should help his fellow South Indian team this year. #EeSalaCupNamdhe — Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) February 19, 2019 And RCB will lose again 𶠗 Sana Rahman (@SanaRah40486684) February 19, 2019 Chennai super kings will win the cup — Vignesh (@Vignesh15951879) February 19, 2019 #starsportstamil I am big fan in Mr.Thala dhoni, And Chennai Super Kings, He is a world No 1 captain, Batsman, and wicket keeper so proud of him pic.twitter.com/NNsbjPHHTw — G.Veerasekar (@g_veerasekar) February 18, 2019 Spoiler: RCB is gonna lose pic.twitter.com/oZOClHlGqZ — Lesedi ð¿ð¦ (@Les_Ndlovu) February 19, 2019 Can't wait ð — Kinjal (Kartik Aryan) (@KinjalDamor) February 19, 2019

Apple is gearing up to launch its rumoured streaming service as soon as early April or May and is one of the many subscription services Tim Cook has already confirmed. The streaming service will feature shows Fromm HBO and other channels, however, will not feature existing services like Netflix. © YouTube The streaming service will essentially bundle different streaming platforms into one subscription that Apple customers can buy. Apple device owners will be able to buy and watch in a dedicated TV app on iOS. Apple already boasts more than 50 million subscribers for its music service and it is possible that we could see a similar number for the video service thanks to the sheer number of Apple devices out there. Apple is believed to be investing at least US$1 billion in content and has acquired the rights to a new series starring and co-produced by American actresses Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon. © Apple Having said that, Apple's new video service will compete directly with Netflix for streaming eyeballs. When Netflix first started streaming its content, it already has a plethora of content lined up to keep everyone busy. Apple may struggle to achieve the same in the beginning as it would pack only a handful of shows at first. It would be interesting to see how Apple will populate its streaming service for users. Apple's new subscriptions service will be somewhat similar to Amazon Prime. The Cupertino giant is expected to offer a subscription plan that will include music, video and news. Whether it would be enough to sway customers towards the service; only time will tell.

This may sound like a radical notion, but I believe the best time to ask someone out on a first date is Valentine's Day. I mean, think about it- it's a day for love and anything romantic. The city is splashed with red and pink and the tonality of every mind space reads love. So, there couldn't be a more perfect day for a first date. Yes, it may come off a bit clichéd to pick a day like Valentine's Day to go on a first date but in all honesty, your inhibitions will automatically be lowered because you'll be comfortable taking your girl out on a day that celebrates love. © UTV Motion Pictures If you feel that the pressure of making everything 'romantic' and 'cheesy' on Valentine's Day is immense because that's what the day is supposed to be about, then don't let it define your first date. You don't have to define your so-called association and relationship by making it excessively romantic or cheesy. In fact, being casual and spontaneous adds a little more spark to your first date. In any case, you two are absolutely new to each other, so unless you know her damn well, play it safe with your first-date-options. So for all you Tinder and other online dating sites surfers, Valentine's Day seems like the perfect day to ask her out. Here are some casual first-date things you can do on your first date: (1) A Good Comedy Show There is nothing better than some natural humour to spice up your first evening together. Let me tell you that humour is the key ingredient in making anything work. Especially romantic liaisons. So, if you're not naturally funny then head for a comedy show somewhere in the city. Comedy shows are a riot right now, so you'll find one happening with ease. © Pintrest (2) Take-Out Food Date If you're driving that night maybe you can convert your car into a sweet little bistro! Both of you unanimously decide on what you two feel like eating and get a takeaway from the restaurant. Drive to a convenient spot somewhere and maybe have a very personal dinner date together in your car. Only do it if you're not OCD about finding food bits in your car and if she trusts your intentions and is okay with the plan. Don't whisk her away, without her permission. She may just want to be in a public place with you, which is fine too. But in case she's okay with the plan, then play some soulful music have conversations and a bite to eat. Make sure you're not drinking in the car though. That's a big NO-NO! © Pintrest (3) A Live Music Gig Does The Trick Music is a natural healer and enabler! So if you're nervous AF for your first date with the girl you've been fancying, then take her for a nice musical evening. Find out where some good live gigs are happening and head there. You can mention that you'd like her to see a live gig with you and maybe catch dinner later and she'll definitely agree. Try this one out for sure. © Pintrest (4) Netflix & Chill? Okay, maybe you don't have to 'chill' per-say because you know. I'd advise you against sleeping together on the first date itself but if you want to keep away from the Valentine fervour all around town, you can maybe ask her if she'd be interested in watching a few non-Valentine's Day shows with you on Netflix! You can make it seem like you're not asking her for ***, but just for some chilling time. You can pop open a bottle of your favourite poison, get some good food and watch something that interests you both or maybe just spend some time conversing and getting to know each other better. © Screen Gems (5) Good 'Ol Fashioned Bowling Bowling dates are so old-fashioned that they need to be brought back. Remember when bowling alleys were the thing almost 10-15 years ago? Well, you can always recreate that fun by taking her bowling. Bowling alleys are still active and functional around towns, so find the best one around you and take her for a good 'ol game of bowling! © Pintrest (6) Karaoke Is Fun! If you want to do something really fun together, head over for a karaoke gig. Karaoke is fun because you're doing something together and laughing about it at the same time. You both can sing old or new songs together and make a bunch of good memories on your first date itself. It's the least clichéd-romantic thing to do and let's face it, it's fun as hell! © Pintrest Valentine's Day is just a push towards some good first dates. If you're looking for the perfect opportunity to ask her out, this could be it. Just plan it well, so it doesn't seem extra-cheesy or lame all at once. You can make it seem like a casual hangout, or a 'get to know each other' session, in the name of St. Valentine's! So, gather that hidden courage and ask her out now!

Chris Hemsworth is currently on a break from all the Avengers madness and is vacationing with his hot wife Elsa Pataky and their kids. View this post on Instagram What's up Monday , bring it ðªð¤ ð·@cristianprieto.filmmaker A post shared by Chris Hemsworth (@chrishemsworth) on Jan 27, 2019 at 5:08pm PST View this post on Instagram Family time in Thailand! #visitingpapa #littlehollidays @discoversoneva #sonevakiri ð¸ @cristianprieto.filmmaker #discoversoneva A post shared by Elsa Pataky (@elsapatakyconfidential) on Jan 24, 2019 at 8:46pm PST Besides probably being one of the fittest couples in the industry, the two are wonderful parents as well. The family is vacationing on a remote island in Thailand with their friends, photographer Cristian Prieto and his wife Silvia Serra. © Instagram In fact, after Chris posted a picture of himself jumping into the water, his friend and 'Deadpool' star Ryan Reynolds ensured that he made a sly comment. Chris will now be seen in the next instalment of the Avengers franchise titled 'Avengers: End Game'.

Last year, we witnessed the rise of Xiaomi in India, and the rate at which they've disrupted the market is unprecedented. The brand dethroned Samsung as the number one smartphone maker in the country based on units shipped. In fact, Xiaomi has clearly been the leader these past few quarters when it came to market share in India. Samsung has been far less aggressive in terms of competition, but now the tides are slowly changing. The South Korean giant is going all in to protect its market share and changing its product line-up massively. They've announced the launch of M-series smartphones today, a completely new line-up to cater the budget segment. © MensXP/Akshay Bhalla The M10 and M20 are the first phones in the new series and the first thing you'll notice about them is the design. These are also the first phones from the company to sport a notch. Samsung was among the very few major brands to not equip their phones with a notch just for the sake of it. The brand is calling the display notch as "Infinity-V Display", in line with their Infinity Display branding. The M20 is the elder sibling and comes with a 6.3-inch Full HD+ display. Powering the phone is a Exynos 7904 octa-core processor, clocked at 1.8Ghz. It ships with 3GB RAM and 32GB internal storage in the base variant, while the second option has 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage. A microSD card slot has also been included for expansion. © MensXP/Akshay Bhalla On the rear, it has a 13-megapixel primary sensor with an f/1.9 aperture and a 5-megapixel secondary sensor with an f/2.2 aperture. The secondary sensor is a wide angle lens, similar to what we've seen onboard the Galaxy A7. The front has an 8-megapixel selfie shooter. Lastly, the phone comes with a huge 5000mAh battery that supports fast charging. The M10 has a 6.2-inch HD+ display and is backed by a Exynos 7870 octa-core chipset, clocked at 1.6Ghz. The base variant gets 2GB RAM along with 16GB internal storage. The second option comes with 3GB RAM and 32GB internal storage. On the back is a 13-megapixel primary sensor and a 5-megapixel secondary sensor. Even here, the secondary sensor consists of a wide angle lens. The front has a 5-megapixel lens for selfies. Lastly, it has a 3400mAh battery. Galaxy M20 will be priced at INR 12,990 for the 4GB+64GB variant, while the 3GB+32GB variant will cost INR 10,990. Galaxy M10 is priced at INR 8,990 for the 3GB+32GB variant and INR 7,990 for the 2GB+16GB.

The last 24 hours have not exactly been the brightest for the Pakistani cricket captain Sarfraz Ahmed, who was caught throwing racially motivated jibes at the South African all-rounder Andile Phehlukwayo during the second ODI of five-match series at the Proteas' home turf. As things grew out of proportion, former Pakistani pacer and all-time-great Shoaib Akhtar too decided to humble the outspoken wicket keeper by uploading a minute and a half long video from all his social media handles which he later removed due to reasons unknown. The former cricketer urged Ahmed to make a public apology for the “absolutely disgusting comments” that he had made in Durban. Having said that, after an entire day of public humiliation, Ahmed finally tweeted a long apology in which he shows regret over hurting the sentiments of those who got offended by his “expression of frustration.” 1/2 - I wish to extend my sincere apologies to any person who may have taken offence from my expression of frustration which was unfortunately caught by the stump mic during yesterday's game against SA. My words were not directed towards anyone in particular and... — Sarfaraz Ahmed (@SarfarazA_54) January 23, 2019 2/3 - I certainly had no intention of upsetting anyone. I did not even mean for my words to be heard, understood or communicated to the opposing team or the cricket fans. I have in the past and will continue in future to appreciate the camaraderie of my fellow cricketers from... — Sarfaraz Ahmed (@SarfarazA_54) January 23, 2019 3/3 - ...across the globe and will always respect and honour them on and off the field. — Sarfaraz Ahmed (@SarfarazA_54) January 23, 2019 In his apology, Ahmed tries to convey that his remarks were not directed towards a certain individual and he, as a cricketer has shown respect towards his fellow men of the game from all around the world and will continue to do so in the future. However, the judiciary that social media has come to become, was not convinced with this apology of Ahmed's and they let him know that in the best way possible: I think you should be ashamed of yourself using racial language against a fellow cricketer We face racism in the uk everyday I know how it feels #shame — Talib Zaman (@TalibZaman) January 23, 2019 pic.twitter.com/aqLZzalNMq — Om Mehta (@om_mehta) January 23, 2019 pic.twitter.com/U29HzzSDgw — Phumlani Khulu (@Pumbaah1512) January 23, 2019 Saifi bhai ini English ð u made me cry ð­ð­ — Tehرeeemeee (Maheen's Bdy â¤) (@Cheerrryy_) January 23, 2019 Saifi bhai zuban zada chlate ho or balla kam chlate ho zada focus game pe rakho — Muhammad Asif Iqbal (@Muhammad_Aasif4) January 23, 2019 jhoot bolta hai bsdk? ðð — Aditya Acharya (@aadiacharya) January 23, 2019 The thing is, when you are caught saying something like “Abey kaale, teri ammi aaj kahaan baitheen hain? Kya padhwa ke aaye hai aaj?" (Hey black guy, where's your mother sitting today? What [prayer] have you got her to say for you today?),” it doesn't really make a good case for you to say that your remarks weren't directed towards an individual and that you respect the people of colour. If you believe that your words weren't meant to be heard or understood by anyone from the opposing team, it doesn't make you less guilty. It is like Cameron Bancroft not wanting the cameras to catch his infamous ball-tampering incident in South Africa last year. According to the ICC Anti-Racism policy for International Cricket, Ahmed's apparent words of sledging unacceptable and he must be punished for it. If Hardik Pandya and KL Rahul are facing so much flak for their remarks on a talk-show, the Pakistani skipper must meet with a penalty a lot more severe.

Sledging - the art of getting under your competition's skin by throwing shade at them via verbal intimidation. The idea is to shake your opponent's concentration thereby putting them in a situation in which they are likely to make mistakes and give you the opportunity to exploit their distraction. Having said that, there exists a very fine line between competitively mocking someone and actually offending them on levels that are not only socially unacceptable but can also mentally scar them, and sledging works along that thin line. Understandably, the process could get a bit tricky especially in today's era of the internet in which information travels faster than light and nothing ever is truly forgotten. In the first month of 2019, the cricketing world has seen two examples of sledging that were triggered for similar reasons but turned out to be poles apart in terms of their respective outcomes. While on one hand, we got to witness the great competitive spirit between the Indian wicketkeeper, Rishabh Pant and the Aussie Test captain, Tim Paine, during the Test series between India and Australia, on the other, was what we can only call a complete disaster at the hands of the Pakistani skipper Sarfraz Ahmed against South Africa's Andile Phehlukwayo. During India's tour Down Under, there were various instances in which Pant and Paine exchanged some cheeky comments. While Paine called him a 'babysitter', the 21-year-old returned the favour by asking him how his 'temporary' captaincy was going. The fact that Tim's wife Bonnie Paine joined the ongoing sketch with the classic photo with Pant and even the Australian Prime Minister appreciating the competition, made the rivalry a lot more exciting and fun to watch. Tim Paine doing some recruiting for the @HurricanesBBL out in the middle of the 'G... ð#AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/6btRZA3KI7 — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 28, 2018 Despite the comical banter, the two wicketkeepers and batsmen kept it classy while respecting the competing nature of one another. No badmouthing or display of passive aggression was reported during the series or even after it. It was good entertainment for the players, the commentators and the millions of Indian and Australian fans of the game who tuned in daily to watch the two historically great teams go head-to-head. It was Rishabh Pant's turn for some fun on the stump mic today... #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/RS8I6kI55f — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 29, 2018 And then there is Pakistan captain, Sarfraz Ahmed's absolute blunder which came up during the second ODI against South Africa. In a desperate attempt to break a completely dialled-in Andile Phehlukwayo's focus, the wicketkeeper yelled out: “Abey kaale, teri ammi aaj kahaan baitheen hain? Kya padhwa ke aaye hai aaj? (Hey black guy, where's your mother sitting today? What [prayer] have you got her to say for you today?).” Not so subtle, is it? Sarfaraz Ahmed to Andile Phehlukwayo: "abbay kaale teri Ami kahan bethi hoyi hain aaj, kya parhwa kay aya hai aaj" "black man wheres your mother sat? What have you asked your mother to pray for you today?"#SAvPAK pic.twitter.com/vw6yuE73OE — Saj Sadiq (@Saj_PakPassion) January 22, 2019 The comment was so offensive that even the legendary Ramiz Raja, the on-air commentator during the match, seemed uncomfortable even speaking about it and when asked by fellow commentator Mike Haysman to translate it for the rest of the English speaking audience, he bailed out by saying that it was a “big long sentence” and was therefore “difficult really to translate.” Racism, in any form, is unacceptable and when you are visiting a country like South Africa, that has a history so tainted by sacrifice and blood lost over colour based discrimination for decades, the visitors must be extra sensitive about such issues. For Ahmed, who happens to be the captain of a national team and therefore the most influential representative of his country, to say something so appalling, is a testament to his lack of sportsmanship and insensitivity towards the others. Pakistan not only lost the match at the hands of Phehlukwayo, who went on to become the Man of the Match but now, Ahmed is also looking at some very serious sanctions that the ICC is mulling over his violation of the ICC Anti-Racism Policy for International Cricket.

During the first of five ODI series between India and New Zealand, the Kiwis found themselves to be struggling early to find steady ground to tread on as an opener and all-time great Martin Guptill was stunned by Indian bowler Mohammed Shami in his first over. Fresh after a rewarding tour Down Under, where Shami proved to be extremely efficient as the fourth best bowler during both the Test and ODI series, Shami looked hungry for wickets as he came in on the attack and succeeded in registering his first scalp of the day by bowling out Guptill with an in-swing. 100 ODI wickets and counting for @MdShami11 ðð#TeamIndia #NZvIND pic.twitter.com/3RVvthg1CH — BCCI (@BCCI) January 23, 2019 With this wicket, Shami broke Irfan Pathan's record to become the fastest Indian bowler to take 100 One Day International wickets. While Pathan achieved this feat in 59 matches, Shami reached the landmark in 56 ODIs. Along with the two pacers, Zaheer Khan, Ajit Agarkar and Javagal Srinath make the list of the five fastest Indian bowlers to take 100 ODI wickets who did it in 65, 67 and 68 ODIs respectively. In the international scenario, Shami ranks sixth overall, tied with his current competitor, Kiwi Trent Boult while 2018's Afghani sensation, Rashid Khan leads the list, who required only 44 ODIs to establish the record. Shami went on to bag two more wickets of the second opener Colin Munro and Mitchell Santner as New Zealand were all out for a meagre total of 157 runs. Innings Break! A clinical bowling performance from #TeamIndia and New Zealand are bundled out for 157 (Kuldeep 4/39, Chahal 2/43, Shami 3/19)#NZvIND pic.twitter.com/rfjIqv9zdk — BCCI (@BCCI) January 23, 2019 On the other hand, Kuldeep Yadav, who has also been one of the leading wicket-takers for the Indian cricket team in recent times, scalped four impressive wickets including those of the New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson, who was the leading scorer for the Kiwis with 64 runs.

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Anushka Sharma has mostly been associated with meaningful ad campaigns. Be it the Manyavar advertisements with her husband and Indian skipper Virat Kohli, or her long standing association with Pantene. We have also witnessed that Anushka has been very vocal about her stance on certain endorsements, and declining those that do not align with her personal ideologies. Be it adopting and openly promoting a vegan lifestyle or declining offers for fairness cream ads, Anushka has been selective about the brands she has associated herself with. Let goodness shine ! â¨â¨â¨ #AchchaiKiChamak @DS_SilverPearls #RajnigandhaPearls pic.twitter.com/JsoxvvA6iI — Anushka Sharma (@AnushkaSharma) January 14, 2019 Anushka took to Twitter earlier this week, and shared a short video snippet of her new commercial promoting a pan masala brand's product. Ever since Twitter has tormented the 'Zero' star with negative comments and trolled her for giving up on her said ethics. While some have called Anushka out on Twitter for promoting a brand that's responsible for numerous health risks amongst its consumers, others have simply come forward to share their disappointment with her. Here's what Twitter is saying: Won't this be surrogate advertising. Promoting a brand known for its banned product. ! wonder why on earth she need to endorse a tobacco brand and take a stand that it's for promotion of cardamom. — Inconviniencd Public (@sushovan03) January 14, 2019 लà¥à¤ à¤à¤¹à¤° à¤à¤¾ पà¥à¤°à¤à¤¾à¤° à¤à¤°à¤à¥ भॠशà¥à¤¹à¤°à¤¤ बà¤à¥à¤° रहॠहॠà¤à¤° हमॠà¤à¥à¤¨à¤à¤¾à¤° à¤à¤¹à¤¤à¥ हॠलà¥à¤ बिना à¤à¥à¤ à¤à¤¿à¤ हॠ— Satish Kumar (@esatish999988) January 14, 2019 Are nahi yaar. Hadd hai. Rajnigandha ??ð¡ Cheee..ð¤¦‍âï¸ð¤¦‍âï¸ — Mohit Singh (@im_ms_) January 15, 2019 pic.twitter.com/6S7aGSJOme — Ritesh Ghorecha (@RiteshGhorecha) January 14, 2019 Anushka sharma's ad on Rajnigandha 'pearl' is absolutely horrendous. No clue as to what's happening in that ad. — Savitha (@SavithaKartha) January 16, 2019 As a role model/celebrity, please do not promote harmful products through surrogate advertising. — Parichay (@ParichaySharan) January 14, 2019 after @priyankachopra you have let this country down by endorsing #Rajnigandhasilverpearls. Do you know #panmasala causes cancer? Do you such products, also when advertised by a tobacco brand, are a gateway for the masses to get on to tobacco addition? — Vaishakhi Mallik (@vaishakhimallik) January 15, 2019 बस यहॠपà¥à¤°à¤à¤¾à¤° à¤à¤°à¤¨à¤¾ बà¤à¤¾ था..@imVkohli सॠà¤à¥à¤ सà¥à¤ लà¥à¤à¤¿à¤¯à¥ वॠà¤à¥à¤ à¤à¤¸à¥ बà¥à¤°à¤¾à¤à¤¡ à¤à¤¾ पà¥à¤°à¤à¤¾à¤° नहॠà¤à¤°à¤¤à¥ à¤à¥ सà¥à¤¹à¤¤ à¤à¥ लिठनà¥à¤à¤¸à¤¾à¤¨à¤¦à¥à¤¹ हà¥,à¤à¤¸à¤à¥ पà¥à¤à¥ तॠबड़ॠपà¥à¤®à¤¾à¤¨à¥ पर लिà¤à¤¾ रहता हॠà¤à¤¿ *सà¥à¤µà¤¾à¤¸à¥à¤¥à¥à¤¯ à¤à¥ लिठहानिà¤à¤¾à¤°à¤* । हद हॠà¤à¤¯à¤¾ हॠ, लà¥à¤ पà¥à¤ à¤à¥ लिठà¤à¥à¤ भॠà¤à¤° सà¤à¤¤à¥ हà¥à¥¤à¥¤ — Sudheer Mishra (@Sudheer95656356) January 14, 2019 @AnushkaSharma this my first tweet 4 u. Admired you coz of ur character & movies. Seeing u in an ad of rajnigandha pearls left me in shock. Could not match ur character with the ad. — Udipto Bhowmik (@udiptobowmik) January 16, 2019 @AnushkaSharma If Rajnigandha truly believed that goodness can make the world a better place, they should stop manufacture of gutkha which disfigures & kills it's users. They are using you to kill more people. pic.twitter.com/wL6joGV8HN — IndianCancerSociety (@IndianCancerSoc) January 15, 2019