Running a small or mid-sized business is harder than one might think. From managing cash flow to meeting tax deadlines, financial risks often overshadow growth opportunities. Imagine Mr. Srivastava, a mid-sized manufacturing company owner in Pune, grappling with these very issues. Hiring a full-time CFO was beyond his budget, leaving him with incomplete financial guidance. … Read more
Your bedroom is more than just a place to sleep—it’s your sanctuary, a reflection of your style and comfort. A single bedsheet, while seemingly a small detail, plays a significant role in elevating the aesthetics of your room while ensuring a restful night’s sleep. However, even the finest bedsheets need proper care to maintain their … Read more
Dhaka: Bangladesh’s interim government has accused energy supplier Adani Power of breaching a multi-billion-dollar agreement by withholding tax benefits that a power plant central to the deal received from New Delhi, according to documents seen by Reuters. In 2017, the Indian company controlled by billionaire Gautam Adani signed an agreement with Bangladesh to provide power … Read more
BANGKOK: Japanese automakers Nissan Motor Corp. and Honda Motor Co. confirmed Wednesday that they are discussing closer collaboration but denied reports they have decided on a merger. Nissan’s share price soared nearly 24% in Tokyo after reports citing unnamed sources said it might merge with Honda to form the world’s third-largest automaking group. Honda’s share … Read more
DAMASCUS: The UN envoy to Syria called on Wednesday for “free and fair” elections after the ouster of president Bashar al-Assad, as he voiced hope for a political solution for Kurdish-held areas. Assad fled Syria following a lightning offensive spearheaded by the Islamist Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), more than 13 years after his crackdown on … Read more
Trump’s sudden decision to make new demands sent Congress spiralling as lawmakers are trying to wrap up work and head home for the holidays President-elect Donald Trump abruptly rejected a bipartisan plan on Wednesday to prevent a Christmas time government shutdown, instead telling House Speaker Mike Johnson and Republicans to essentially renegotiate — days before … Read more
During the meeting, both sides agreed on measures to maintain peace and tranquility along the border, and strengthen mechanisms for diplomatic and military negotiations, with plans for a follow-up meeting in India next year Image source: Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs Following the 23rd meeting of the Special Representatives, India and China reaffirmed their commitment … Read more
While most people are familiar with rice as a staple food in their diets, few realize that it has been used in beauty routines for generations. Today, rice masks are making waves in the skincare world, and for good reason. Rice has been a beauty secret for centuries, particularly in parts of Asia where it … Read more
The cyclical nature of fashion trends has always been a source of fascination. And 2025 is poised to be no exception. As the spotlight shifts toward nostalgia, a surprising yet fitting comeback is making waves — Isabel Marant’s Spring/Summer 2010 bohemian aesthetic is set to define the year. Reinterpreted and rebranded as “Piratecore,” this trend … Read more
The appointment of directors general of police (DGPs) is one of the crucial issues the Supreme Court has, once again, had to remind states of their responsibilities. It’s perplexing that certain states still appear to be choosing not to follow the landmark 2006 Prakash Singh judgment, almost 20 years after it was rendered. The apex … Read more