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Few years back, plastic bags were everywhere, from grocery stores to retail businesses, but as they pose significant threat to our beloved mother Earth, a strong movement gained momentum against the uses of plastic bags as they not only take hundreds of years to decompose but also cause harm to wildlife, pollute oceans and landscapes causing long-term damage to our ecosystems.  The movement promoted eco-friendly alternatives to plastic bags. Here comes the eco-friendly Paper Bags manufactured from sustainable materials and are simple to recycle. They provide a green option for carrying and packaging goods.

This data, sourced from a survey by myBiz, the SaaS-based corporate booking platform of MakeMyTrip, sheds light on gender representation in corporate travel. The analysis, which covers flight bookings made by nearly 3,000 corporate clients with more than 200 employees and an annual travel expenditure exceeding ₹1 crore, reveals valuable insights into corporate travel trends across sectors and cities.

The U.S. Department of Energy says it's setting aside $1.2 billion in federal funds to help finance renewable energy projects in Puerto Rico to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels

hidden cash trails in the books of large wedding planners in Jaipur, the tax men have stumbled upon something they least expected: Cryptos.

affluent buyers prioritising exclusivity, lifestyle enhancements, and high-end living spaces. Despite global economic uncertainties, the demand for premium real estate has remained robust, reflecting the long-term confidence of wealthy buyers in this investment segment. According to CREDAI-MCHI, the first half of FY 2024-25 witnessed an 18% growth in total sales value across India’s top seven property markets, reaching ₹279,309 crore. This growth came even as the number of units sold fell by 3%, indicating a strong preference shift toward luxury homes. Average home prices jumped to ₹1.23 crore, compared to ₹1 crore in the same period last year. Cities like Mumbai, Delhi-NCR, and Bengaluru have emerged as leaders in this segment. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) retained its dominance with a stable average ticket size of ₹1.47 crore and a 2% rise in sales value to ₹114,529 crore. Other cities, including Hyderabad, Chennai, and Pune, also reported significant increases in average ticket sizes, highlighting a nationwide trend.

Officials of the ministry of aviation and directorate general of civil aviation (DGCA) will meet airline and airport execs on Monday to discuss the matter, people familiar with the matter said.

Dil-Luminati Tour (India) were sold out within minutes of release. The pre-sale opened at noon on September 10, offering early access to HDFC Pixel Credit Card holders, who enjoyed a 10 per cent discount on ticket prices. The 10-day tour is set to kick off on October 26 in Delhi and will visit 10 cities across India, including Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and Bangalore.

Ola S1 Pro can take advantage of a direct discount of ₹5,000, applicable in a wide range of locations, including Karnataka, Gujarat, Odisha, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Kerala, and Chhattisgarh. Other cities where this discount can be availed include Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi NCR, Jaipur, Nagpur, Nashik, Kolkata, Chandigarh, and more.The S1 X (4 kWh variant) and S1 X+ are also part of the festive price cuts, with a similar ₹5,000 markdown.

international travel. A recent report by MakeMyTrip, covering the period from June 2023 to May 2024, highlights a significant rise in the number of Indians taking international trips, with a 32% growth in people going on two or more international journeys. Those taking three or more trips have grown by 37%, underscoring India's growing appetite for global travel.

Former JPMorgan Chase chief economist Anthony Chan reacts to Kamala Harris saying it will be her 'Day One priority' to bring down prices despite already being in office on 'Varney & Co.'

O'Leary Ventures Chairman Kevin O'Leary reacts to the Biden administration’s latest claim that corporations are the cause of sky-high inflation on 'Varney & Co.'

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens says he will support a plan to spend $5 million reimbursing businesses for losses during water outages in the city in recent days

Officials say residents in Atlanta no longer must boil water before drinking it

UK Health Security Agency has confirmed an outbreak of more than 1,000 measles cases. This is more than thrice the number of cases registered in 2023. The outbreak of these many cases is in England alone.

Real estate markets in non-metros or Tier-2 cities continue to grow by leaps and bounds, in the process outperforming many metros in terms of investment and demand growth. This massive rise in real estate investment in non-metros can be attributed to various factors.

The United States continues to lead the globe in terms of private wealth, with affluent Americans possessing a staggering $67 trillion in liquid investible wealth, which amounts to a third of the world’s liquid assets.

HOUSTON—Bobbie Hines has been living in her modest home in southeast Houston for 56 years. But these days, she’s struggling more than ever to afford groceries and pay for mounting medical expenses. “Everything is so expensive," said Hines, 83 years old, a retired crossing guard.

₹9 crore as per early estimates. As per Sacnilk.com report, the film minted ₹9.50 crore on Day 2 with this taking the total collection to ₹16.20 crore net in India. Speaking of overseas collections, the film is Shahid Kapoor's biggest opener overseas grossing over $700k [and counting], including premieres, Film trade analyst Taran Adarsh said on 10 February.

Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya Box Office Collection Day 1: Bollywood movie Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, starring Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon, was released on February 9. Upon its release, the movie collected ₹6.50 crore. As per media reports, the movie has been made with ₹75 crore.

Federal officials are considering a crackdown on defective lithium-ion batteries that power hoverboards, scooters and motorized bicycles because of a rash of deadly fires caused by exploding batteries

₹111.71 per kg on Wednesday. The maximum increase in retail price was ₹203 per kg in Bathinda, Punjab while the minimum rate was ₹34 per kg in Bidar in Karnataka. Among the metros, retail price of tomato quoted highest in Delhi at ₹150 per kg, followed by Mumbai at ₹137 per kg, Kolkata at ₹137 per kg and Chennai at ₹123 per kg on Wednesday.