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MUMBAI : Hype, a Bengaluru-headquartered luxury travel aggregator, is looking to expand globally as it charts a path in the elite travel sector. Founded by Raaghav Belavadi, a former group CEO at Accenture, and his sister Vijaya Belavadi, Hype aims to rewrite the playbook on premium travel experiences for high net worth individuals (HNIs) and ultra HNIs. Rejecting the conventional asset-heavy model, the travel aggregator thrives on commission-based operations, a move that ensured profitability from the start of operations, Raaghav Belavadi told Mint.

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Ramadan moon sighting 2024: Muslim population in Saudi Arabia sighted the crescent moon on Sunday and began their Ramadan 2024 fasting on Monday, March 11. Usually, the Ramadan moon is sighted in parts of Asia and Australia a day after the crescent moon sighting in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Ramadan 2024 is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is considered as the holiest month for the people of the Muslim faith.

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Hundreds of giant papier-mâché bulls stuffed with fireworks are erected in the front yards of the Mexican town of Tultepec every year in the first week of March

Nita Ambani, the Chairperson & Founder of The Reliance Foundation, took home a ‘Humanitarian Award’ from the Miss World Foundation at the 71st Miss Word Grand finale. The event was held at the Jio World Convention Center in Mumbai on Saturday. The entrepreneur was honoured with this award for her massive contributions to charity and philanthropy.

₹35,000 at an auction held at a private temple at a village near Erode in Tamil Nadu, said the temple authorities. As per custom, the lemon and other items including fruits offered to Lord Shiva during the Mahashivratri festivities observed on Friday night at the Pazhapoosaian temple near Sivagiri village, 35 km from Erode, were auctioned. According to the temple authorities, as many as 15 devotees participated in the auction and a lemon was sold to a devotee from Erode for ₹35,000.

Also read | PM Modi schedule today: Several airport projects across states to foundation stone in UP | 7 points The GMR group stated that with the expansion, "Delhi Airport now stands among elite global hubs, boasting a 100 MPPA capacity. The integration of Arrival and Departure terminals is not just architectural; it's a transformative journey, resonating with India's ambition and connecting the nation to the world." Also read | ‘Doosri mitti ka insaan..’, says PM Modi as he inaugurates 15 airport projects, including New Delhi's Terminal 1 "Through this project, we have reimagined a seamless journey facilitated by facial recognition, self-service kiosks, and automated baggage systems.

Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport to the nation, the GMR-led DIAL has prepared to operationalize the revamped Terminal 1, the GMR group said. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated 15 airport projects, including 12 new terminal buildings of almost worth Rs 10,000 crore in Uttar Pradesh's Azamgarh, marking the event to be the single biggest infra addition that will see a mix of new airports, expanded terminals, laying of foundation stones for upcoming airports and other related facilities. The project launched by PM Modi includes 12 new terminal buildings of Pune, Kolhapur, Gwalior, Jabalpur, Delhi, Lucknow, Aligarh, Azamgarh, Chitrakoot, Moradabad, Shravasti and Adampur Airports, along with laying of the foundation stone for new terminal buildings of Kadapa, Hubballi and Belagavi airports on Sunday.

Sri Lanka have reignited the row over the 2023 World Cup timed-out dismissal of Angelo Mathews after celebrating their Twenty20 series win in Bangladesh by pointing to their wrists. Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto told Sri Lanka's players to put the November controversy behind them and urged them to focus on the rest of the tour, which includes three one-day internationals and two Tests. «They haven't moved on from the timed-out incident,» Shanto said of the visitors' celebration following their T20 series win in Sylhet on Saturday.

Prasar Bharati and Khadi Village and Industries Commission (KVIC), celebrated a momentous occasion on Saturday as they came together to strengthen the spirit of 'Khadi for Nation and Khadi for Fashion' at the Prasar Bharati Secretariat in New Delhi. The event was attended by Manoj Kumar, Chairman KVIC, Gaurav Dwivedi, Chief Executive Officer Prasar Bharati, Priya Kumar, Director General, Doordarshan News (DD News), among other distinguished guests, and saw the launch of a new Khadi wardrobe for the news anchors of the Hindi news channel DD News and the English news channel DD India. India's Public Service Broadcaster, Prasar Bharati and Khadi India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in September 2023, under which the anchors of DD News and DD India will now actively contribute to carrying forward India's rich heritage and modernity by wearing clothes made of Khadi.

Also Read | Miss World 2024: Krystyna Pyszkova from Czech Republic wins the crown, says ‘something I was working on for so long’ Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, and for Muslims worldwide, it's a time of deep spiritual reflection, fasting from dawn to dusk, increased prayer, and charity. Muslims abstain from food, drink, and other sensual activities during daylight hours, focusing on their connection with Allah (God) and strengthening their self-discipline. Ramadan culminates in the joyous Eid al-Fitr celebration.

Krystyna Pyszkova clinched the prestigious Miss World 2024 crown at the glittering event held in Mumbai's Jio World Convention Centre. The occasion, graced by luminaries and renowned personalities, marked a celebration of femininity and global diversity. This year's Miss World competition garnered immense anticipation, particularly due to India's rich history of producing exceptional beauty queens. The event, far beyond a mere pageant, resonated as a tribute to womanhood in its entirety. Renowned Indian designer Archana Kochhar curated the stunning ensembles donned by the contestants, adding a touch of Bollywood flair to the spectacle.

ALSO READ: Lunar eclipse 2024 to coincide with Holi; Find out what the clash of festival with celestial event means However, according to Drik Panchang, the auspicious timings are as follows: Purnima Tithi Begins - 09:54 AM on March 24, 2024 Purnima Tithi Ends - 12:29 PM on March 25, 2024 In 2023, Holi was celebrated on 8 March. On the first day of Holi, people burn a pile of wood as a symbol of victory of good over evil.

Anant and Radhika pre-wedding celebrations at Jamnagar saw the Ambani family dazzle and shine. The gorgeous baubles, regal neckpieces, statement rings and even the groom’s diamond buttons left the internet in awe. And one of the people they were turning to for answers: Julia Chafe. The US-based social media influencer is among the most popular jewellery influencers with over 3,18,000 followers on Instagram and over 1,50,000 on TikTok. Many social media users began tagging ‘Jewels with Jules’, asking her to decode the value of the massive gems.

India and England in Dharamsala witnessed an intense moment between Jonny Bairstow and Shubman Gill, which was captured in a video and has now gone viral on social media. In the video, Bairstow can be seen asking Gill about a comment he made to Jimmy Anderson regarding retirement. Bairstow, who was celebrating his 100th Test appearance, was heard saying, "«What did you say to Jimmy about retiring… then he got you out next ball.» Gill responded confidently that even if Anderson got him out after his century, it wouldn't matter. «So what?… he can get me out after my 100.»

HanuMan OTT Release: In a surprising twist of fate, the Telugu film industry celebrates a monumental achievement as the Sankranti sensation 'HanuMan' reaches its 50-day milestone in theatres. Directed by the visionary Prasanth Varma and starring Teja Sajja in the lead, this superhero spectacle has captivated audiences throughout the region, setting new standards of excellence, as media reports As anticipation peaked for the film's digital debut on March 8, fans eagerly awaited its arrival on the renowned streaming platform, ZEE5.

ALSO READ: Premium push: Radico Khaitan sees sixfold rise in shareholder value in 5 years He reminisces about wearing out the tyres of his cars while driving across the UK with cases of Amrut’s single malt whisky; of revenues in 2007 amounting to just 20,000 pounds and of being given two years and a carte blanche to turn the division around. And finally, of the first signs of the tide turning in the company’s favour in 2010, with the championing of the Amrut Fusion by international whisky collectives such as the Malt Maniacs and its anointment as the world’s third best whisky by the influential whisky critic Jim Murray.

Ramadan lights installation at Piccadilly Circus to start Ramadan 2024 celebrations He said that the great thing about Ramadan lights is that it gives Muslims Brits a sense of belonging. It sends a message ‘we are not simply tolerated but respected, embraced and celebrated. Also, not only Muslims, but even non-Muslims enjoy these lights.

Celebrities endorsing products or services need to do their due diligence and educate themselves «to the best of their ability but can't be held solely accountable if, in rare cases, claims go wrong,» said actor Parineeti Chopra. The Golmaal Again and Mission Raniganj star was speaking to ET, after announcing expansion plans for personal care startup Clensta where she is an investor. «We associate with a product with that sense of responsibility. However, we are not creators of the product; we are here to put the word out, whether it is a food item or a shampoo,» she said.

iMap-14 Series of floor cleaning robots, combines cutting-edge technology with convenience, featuring self-navigating smart laser navigation, and a powerful Japanese Brushless Motor for efficient cleaning. A few standout features are 3 Year warranty on Battery and Suction motor, its 7 multi-local language support, catering to a diverse regional Indian user base. Priced conveniently at a discounted rate of INR Rs. 37,880/-, it is available for purchase on amazon, company website and with offline retailers like Croma and its distribution network in the major cities pan India.