New York: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday left for home after wrapping up his “successful and substantial” three-day visit to the US during which he attended the Quad Leaders’ meeting, an overwhelming Indian community event and addressed the Summit of the Future at the UN General Assembly.He also held bilateral meetings on Sunday with … Read more
Tirupati:Srivari Laddu, the sacred prasadam offered to devotees, who, many a time, queue for tens of hours for the darshan of Sri Venkateswara Swamy in Tirumala before they receive the laddu, has become embroiled in a significant controversy with allegations of adulterated ghee used in its preparation. The row, essentially between political parties, has sparked … Read more
MARJAYOUN, Lebanon: Israeli strikes Monday on Lebanon killed more than 490 people, including more than 90 women and children, Lebanese authorities said, in the deadliest barrage since the 2006 Israel-Hezbollah war. The Israeli military warned residents in southern and eastern Lebanon to evacuate ahead of its widening air campaign against Hezbollah . Thousands of Lebanese … Read more
Share market today: The Indian share market is likely to edge higher today after scaling new heights in Monday’s session. At around 6:55 AM, GIFT Nifty futures surpassed the 26,000 level for the first time indicating a strong opening, last seen, GIFT Nifty futures were up 87.3 points at 26,002.5. IPO watch: Northern Arc … Read more
Here are two headlines from this month: One was “FATF’s Thumbs-Up To India’s Efforts To Tackle Terror Financing, Money Laundering: Why It Matters”. Another was “FATF Flags Terror Financing Lacunae in Indian NGO Sector”. Let us see what these mean when put together. If one were to follow the news conscientiously nowadays, they’d find Indian … Read more
In the ever-evolving world of sustainable design, apple fibres have emerged as an unexpected yet groundbreaking material. These fibres, a byproduct of the fruit juice industry, are now being transformed into stylish and eco-friendly products such as sofas and laptop bags. This innovative use of waste not only underscores a creative approach to recycling but … Read more
1) Aiming for the stars Amith Agarwal, Co-founder, Whole Time Director and Chief Executive Officer at StarAgri Image: Neha Mithbawkar for Forbes IndiaAmith Agarwal comes from Alwar, Rajasthan. Instead of following the traded path, he chose the second option. “Alwar was a comfort zone. I wanted to step out of it,” he says. Stepped out, … Read more
This past summer, the U.S. Supreme Court, with its Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo decision, put an end to the principle that federal courts should defer to federal regulatory agencies’ expertise when deciding on ambiguous statutes. The 6-3 case, in which the court’s conservatives overturned the so-called Chevron doctrine, was a blow to the power of federal agencies … Read more
In recent months, airports worldwide have witnessed a new ‘airport tray aesthetic’ trend, where many Gen-Z travellers are wasting time arranging their belongings artistically – shoes, jackets, wallets, headphones, mobile, make-up kits, books, pens, and belts on airport security trays – for perfect Insta-worthy photos and videos. But this has invited the wrath of fellow … Read more
India stands out as one of the foremost consumers of gold globally, with its populace regarding gold as a secure investment option. Consequently, India is the world’s second-largest gold importer. Despite witnessing fluctuations over time, the allure of investing in gold has remained steadfast in India. Analysis of market trends reveals a consistent upward trajectory … Read more