MUMBAI: The rejigging of GST slabs will make products more affordable for consumers, easing stress for the entry level market segment, said Nyrika Holkar, executive director at Godrej Enterprises Group (GEG), which is expecting reduction in taxes to give a boost to festive purchases. The move, Holkar said, will also push premiumisation. Availability of financing…
Indian refiners have stepped up purchases of Russian crude as they lock in supplies for the coming month, with around 60 million barrels secured, according to people aware of the developments. The move comes as disruptions linked to the ongoing Middle East conflict continue to affect global oil flows.The cargoes have reportedly been contracted at…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the gathering during the inauguration of Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show 2025, in Greater Noida. NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday doubled down on India’s growth, calling it “attractive.” Amid the tariff war, he gave a big push to ‘Make in India‘ and “Atmanirbhar Bharat‘ initiatives, saying that…
Portugal has made a major change to its citizenship rules, doubling the minimum time foreigners must live in the country before being eligible for a passport, from five years to as long as ten. The move has given a major blow to the plans of wealthy Indians who used Portugal’s golden visa route to eventually…
Kartik Aaryan and Sreeleela’s romantic musical, now titled ‘Tu Meri Zindagi Hai’, is set for a May 2026 release. Originally rumoured as ‘Aashiqui 3’, the film is an original Anurag Basu directorial, promising soulful storytelling and musical depth. Filming is underway in Mumbai, with post-production planned for early 2026. A potential December 25, 2025 release…
SRINAGAR: At an induction rally in Srinagar on Saturday, BJP put leader of opposition in the J&K assembly, Sunil Sharma, on the forefront to launch a political attack on Omar Abdullah govt.Sharma, who represents the Paddar constituency in Kishtwar district, alternated between Urdu and Kashmiri as he addressed hundreds of party workers, accusing governing National…
Cameron Green and Sunil Gavaskar (PTI Photos) NEW DELHI: Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar has raised concerns over Kolkata Knight Riders’ team balance in IPL 2026, especially due to Cameron Green’s limited role. Bought as a key all-rounder, Green hasn’t bowled in the first two matches, affecting the side’s overall combination and flexibility.Gavaskar suggested that…
NEW DELHI: Delay in municipal elections in cities like Mumbai and Bengaluru has deprived their civic bodies from getting grants earmarked as per the 15th Finance Commission. The tenure of the current commission ends on Saturday. All grants under the commission were linked to the timely election for municipal entities.Considering that the civic election in…
IPO street will remain crowded in the upcoming week as investors brace for a heavy line-up of five IPOs scheduled to open between November 11 and 14. The primary market is set for an active spell, with three issues hitting the mainboard and two launches on the SME platform. In total, the companies are aiming…
Boney Kapoor’s elder daughter, Anshula Kapoor, recently celebrated her engagement to Rohan Thakkar with a traditional god dharna ceremony. Maheep Kapoor shared intimate family moments, including performing the ‘tel madha’ ritual. Fans lauded Maheep for her maternal role, acknowledging her significant support in Anshula and Arjun’s lives, making the ceremony a heartwarming family affair attended…
