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Rupi Kaur who is popularly known for her ' Milk and Honey' rejected the invitation for the Diwali celebration at the White House by the Biden administration amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war which has claimed over 10,000 deaths. «I refuse any invitation from an institution that supports the collective punishment of a trapped civilian population. As a community we cannot remain silent or agreeable just to get a seat at the table.

InvestmentNews celebrated the crème de la crème of women advisors at the 2023 Women to Watch event at Tribeca 360 in New York City Tuesday night.

Naor Gilon has urged Indians to light a “Diya of Hope" for the hostages held by Hamas since October 7. In a video posted on X, Gilon said that just as Lord Ram's return is celebrated on Diwali by lighting Diyas, a diya (lamp) must be lit in the hope of having our loved ones return. “240 of our loved ones have been held hostage by #HamasTerrorists for a month.

Ben Ford and his wife Emily are divorcing. «Irreconcilable differences» was the explanation Emily gave for their divorce.

Dhanteras and Diwali are around the corner and many people in India often like to purchase gold not just an investment but also to celebrate these festivals. Buying gold on the Dhanteras day is believed to bring good luck. Therefore, buying gold jewellery or coins during this period can be an auspicious investment.

Rockstar Games, a division of Take-Two Interactive Software Inc., plans to announce the next highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto game as early as this week, according to people familiar with its plans.

Diwali, along with other festivals, is a time of celebration, joy, and increased spending in India. While you shop, exchange gifts, and participate in cultural festivities, it is important to understand the potential tax implications of your credit card spending. In this article, we will explore how to calculate tax on credit card spending during the festival season in India, allowing you to enjoy the celebrations while managing your finances responsibly.

As the festive season descends upon us and families and friends gather to celebrate traditions, for many, it’s also a time to consider a significant investment – purchasing a new piece of plot to build their dream home upon it. Plotted real estate development has long been a favoured choice for those looking to establish roots or make sound financial investments.

Buying Digital Gold Online: Dhanteras or Dhanatrayodashi marks the beginning of the five-day festival of Deepawali. According to the Hindu mythology, this is the day when Goddess Laxmi emerged from the sea during ‘sagar manthan’. As the day celebrates deity of wealth and prosperity, Dhanteras has the tradition of buying gold and other precious metals. It is said that those who buy gold on Dhanteras will be blessed by Goddess Laxmi. Buying gold on Dhanatrayodashi attracts prosperity in homes. Buying gold on Dhanteras is also said to get rid of negative energy.

Israel's ambassador to India has urged Indians to light a 'Diya of Hope' for the hostages from his country who are being held by Hamas since last month's assault. Condemning Hamas for its October 7 onslaught, Israel's Ambassador to India Naor Gilon has said that if the country is able to eliminate Hamas terrorists, it will also decrease chances of a ripple effect. Gilon posted a video on X and said that just as Lord Ram's return is celebrated on Diwali by lighting Diyas, a diya (lamp) must be lit in the hope of having our loved ones return. «240 of our loved ones have been held hostage by #HamasTerrorists for a month. Every #Diwali, we celebrate Lord Ram's return by lighting Diyas,» Gilon said. «THIS #Diwali2023 we invite you to light a Diya in the hope of having our loved ones return Tag us and share your photos using the #DiyaOfHope,» he said. He said that Israel waited for weeks and asked civilians to evacuate to the south, but Hamas used civilians as human shields. «If we are able to eliminate Hamas, if we get the time, it will decrease the chances that it will have a ripple effect.

Since it was founded in 2010, WeWork has not once turned a profit. For years its cash-torching ways went unchallenged, thanks to the reality-distorting powers of its flamboyant founder, Adam Neumann, who succeeded in convincing investors, most notably SoftBank, that it was not an office-rental business but a zippy tech firm on a mission to “elevate the world’s consciousness". At the height of the silliness in early 2019, in the lead-up to an initial public offering (IPO), the company was valued at $47bn.

Vicky Kaushal in Delhi. Directed by Meghna Gulzar, the film features Vicky Kaushal, Sanya Malhotra, and Fatima Sana Shaikh in the main roles. As reported by ANI, at the trailer launch event, Vicky Kaushal discussed the significant challenges he faced while portraying Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw in the movie.

gold and silver. During five five-day festivity, various rituals are followed and with Goddess Lakshmi, several other Gods and Goddesses are worshipped. The new moon day, which is known as Amavasya, is the most significant day of the five days of Diwali festivities and is known as Lakshmi Puja, Lakshmi-Ganesh Puja, and Diwali Puja.

BioWare to celebrate the Mass Effect series, as they have a new game in development. While no new artwork or trailer was released this year, there was a message from Mike Gamble, the director and executive producer of the Mass Effect franchise.

₹7,215.83 crore on advertising, promotions and marketing in FY22, an Inc42 analysis said, adding such expenditure is seeing a double-digit growth. Still, it may be difficult for the companies to invoke such clause.

Glenn Maxwell has withstood an apparent back injury to produce the best knock by any Australian in ODI history, pulling the side from the brink of collapse with a double hundred to beat Afghanistan.

NEW DELHI : The Centre on Tuesday released ₹72,961.21 crore as tax devolution to states for the month of November, the finance ministry said. The payment was made three days in advance to enable state governments to make timely releases and “add to the festivities and celebrations among the people", it added.

Bombay High Court issued permission to burst firecrackers on Diwali only for three hours, between 7 pm and 10 pm, to combat worsening air pollution in Mumbai. The financial capital's air quality has deteriorated in recent months, with AQI consistently remaining in the moderate to poor category (150-200). A central team is expected to visit the city soon to evaluate the dire situation and what steps the state government has taken to tackle the challenge that leaves a deep imprint on the environment, the health of citizens and the economy. However, banning crackers — as Delhi has done for several years — or restricting their use — as the court suggested in Mumbai — while very welcome, won't be enough.

Along with Diwali celebrations, the month is set to see an uptick in weddings across the country. With approximately 35 lakh weddings scheduled to take place between the last two months of the year, there’s an increasing demand for fine jewellery and wedding gifts from close family members, solitaire engagement rings and modern mangalsutras, which are a big hit with the brides. Recognising the cultural significance of this auspicious season, the brand has curated a diverse range of offerings, including the new festive collection ‘Alpona’, inspired by a 100-year-old Bengali art form.

Army is looking at phasing out its ageing fleet of Cheetah and Chetak choppers starting 2027, and considering induction of the light utility helicopters as the replacement besides exploring the option of leasing, sources said. The Army Aviation Corps is currently operating around 190 Chetak, Cheetah and Cheetal helicopters, they said. While the Army will be getting around 100 light utility helicopters (LUH), it is also looking at the option of taking choppers on lease to meet its requirement.

Noida Police sent a notice Tuesday to Youtuber Elvish Yadav asking him to join the investigation into suspected use of snake venom for rave parties, PTI reported. Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh minister Arun Saxena said no celebrity is bigger than the law, which will take its own course. The police have also applied for remand of the five people who were arrested over the case and sent to judicial custody, PTI quoted an official as saying. Yadav, winner of reality show Bigg Boss OTT, is among those named in an FIR by the Noida Police over suspected use of snake venom for rave parties. Asked about the case, Saxena, the Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Forest and Environment, said, «The law will take its course.