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Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. 2024 has been an eventful year from the point of view of economists who spent time changing forecasts and guessing moves of various central banks. Ten themes stand out that may have led Shakespeare to remind us that “all the world’s a stage," and all the men and women merely players.

Lauren Sanchez, the fiancée of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, responded to images of Nita Ambani captured during the launch of the NMACC Arts Café in Mumbai. Sanchez, after viewing an analysis by an American jewelry influencer about the Reliance Foundation chairperson's exquisite diamond accessories displayed at the event, expressed her appreciation by liking the video.

Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas', and 15 states and UTs have been selected for presenting them on the Kartavya Path on January 26, the defence ministry said on Monday. These states and UTs are — Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Chandigarh, Dadar Nagar Haveli & Daman and Diu, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Tripura, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal, it said.

teachings of Lord Christ celebrate love, harmony and brotherhood and it is important for all to work to make this spirit stronger, Prime Minsiter Narendra Modi said here on Monday. Speaking at the Christmas celebrations hosted by the Catholic Bishops' Conference of India, Modi asserted that it pains his heart when there are attempts to spread violence and cause disruption in society.

Party City announced that it's going to “wind down” its retail and wholesale operations as it prepares to shutter nearly 700 stores nationwide

BJP national president JP nadda for nationwide commemorations of 'Good Governance Day' and 'Veer Bal Diwas', the party's Himachal Pradesh unit shared the detailed outline for the events scheduled on December 25 and 26. BJP State General Secretary Trilok Kapoor, during a press conference in Dharamshala on Sunday, said to commemorate the birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee, homage will be paid in Delhi by President Droupadi Mumu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and other dignitaries. Regarding BJP National President JP Nadda's directives, he said events will also be organized at the booth level nationwide.

Indian badminton champion and Olympian PV Sindhu is set to marry her fiancé, Venkata Datta Sai, a businessman from Hyderabad, in an intimate ceremony on Sunday, December 22, 2024. The couple, who announced their engagement on December 14 with a heartwarming Instagram post featuring them holding rings and beaming with joy, will exchange vows at the luxurious Raffles Udaipur Resort in Rajasthan.

National Mathematics Day, celebrated annually on December 22, marks the birth anniversary of the brilliant Indian mathematician, Srinivasa Ramanujan. This day is dedicated to recognising his profound contributions to mathematics and highlighting the pivotal role the subject plays in shaping modern society.

King Charles provides a hilarious three-word update on his health. Nobody would blame King Charles for taking it easy during the hectic royal holiday season at the age of 76 and battling cancer. However, during his final public appearance before Christmas on Friday, December 20, the King conducted his usual business while providing a brief health update. In order to celebrate community cohesion and interact with local leaders and youth, King Charles and Queen Camilla travelled to the Walthamstow borough of London. When Sikh faith representative Harvinder Rattan enquired about his well-being, the King joked that «I'm still alive», as reported by The Mirror. His joke comes after another health update on the King, which revealed Friday morning that His Majesty's cancer treatments would last until 2025. A palace source told Sky News that the monarch has been moving in a positive direction, and as a managed condition, the treatment cycle will continue into next year.

The remarks came while he was addressing the Indian community in Kuwait. Modi, who arrived in Kuwait just hours earlier, expressed a deep sense of connection and belonging to the community, describing the gathering as a "Mini Hindustan" brought together by shared values, culture, and pride. «I’ve just arrived in Kuwait 2-2.5 hours ago, and from the moment I set foot here, I’ve felt an extraordinary sense of warmth and belonging. You all have come from various states of India, but seeing you here feels like a 'Mini Hindustan' has gathered before me,» said PM Modi, addressing the vibrant Indian diaspora at a community event.

Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher once disclosed that they don't give their two kids any Christmas gifts. In light of Sean Diddy Combs' ongoing scandal, the Hollywood couple may soon renew their vows and even relocate to Europe. They have a 10-year-old daughter named Wyatt Isabelle and an 8-year-old son named Dimitri Portwood, as quoted in a report by The Express US. The celebrities believe their children don't need extravagant presents, or presents at all, apparently, despite having an estimated $275 million in combined wealth.

Bhima achieved extraordinary sales of over 250 kilograms of gold and 400 carats of diamonds in a single day across three district-wide showrooms. Notably, its flagship showroom on MG Road, Thiruvananthapuram, contributed approximately 160 kilograms of gold and 320 carats of diamonds to this total. Remarkably, these record-breaking sales were achieved without any marketing activities as part of Bhima's centenary celebrations. Dr. B. Govindan, Chairman of Bhima Jewellery, highlighted the importance of adapting to changing times. “While we cherish our heritage, we are also preparing for an exciting future. We are planning significant expansions across India and other countries—aiming to take our legacy of purity to a global audience.”

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Last week, Raj Kapoor would have turned 100 years old. India’s original showman, Kapoor was a director, actor, producer, an empathetic and powerful storyteller.

Long before the birth of modern Christmas, people marked the shortest day of the year- the winter solstice. Ancient cultures celebrated the return of the sun with festivals like Yule in Scandinavia. The Norse lit bonfires, feasted, and gathered in joy; this symbolized light over darkness. This tradition is what inspires the warm glow of candles and string lights in our current celebrations. Similarly, the Romans celebrated Saturnalia, a lively festival in honor of Saturn, the god of agriculture. Homes were decorated with evergreen boughs, feasts were shared, and small gifts were exchanged. These customs laid the foundation for the gift-giving and festive greenery that define Christmas today.

Winter Celebration Streamer Giveaway invites players to engage in a unique in-game event. Scheduled from December 20 to 22, 2024, the event allows participants to earn special costumes for various Marvel heroes.

Micro and Small Enterprises (CGTMSE) marked a significant milestone by hosting a felicitation of MLIs and MSE Beneficiaries on approving 1 crore guarantees. The event was held at SIDBI Swavalamban Bhavan in the presence of Manoj Mittal, Chairman & Managing Director, SIDBI & Chairman of CGTMSE, Sudatta Mandal, DMD, SIDBI, Manish Sinha, CEO CGTMSE along with guests from State Bank of India, HDFC Bank and Union Bank. The occasion celebrated the achievements of CGTMSE’s commitment to fostering financial inclusion and empowering small businesses. The occasion was graced by the Chairman who felicitated the three Micro and Small Enterprises (MSE) borrowers — Gauri Deepak Samudre proprietor of UNIQUE DIGITAL PRINTING, Meet Yogesh Sanghvi, promoter of KEMKO TITANIUM PRIVATE LIMITED and MVGS Anil Kumar, CFO of HIGHNESS MICROELECTRONICS PVT LTD. These borrowers were supported by three leading Member Lending Institutions (MLIs) — Union Bank, State Bank of India and HDFC Bank respectively, whose contributions were instrumental in making this accomplishment possible. Speaking at the event, Mittal emphasized the transformative impact of credit guarantees on the MSE ecosystem, enabling businesses to access funding without collateral, third party guarantee and achieve sustainable growth. Anindya Sunder Paul, CGM, State Bank of India, Sanjay D'Souza, Group Head, HDFC Bank and G K Sudhakar, Rao, GM MSME, Union Bank also shared insights on strengthening the MSE sector and nurturing entrepreneurship through collaborative efforts.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. On remittances from abroad, India remains the world’s top beneficiary. For 2024, such inflows stood at $129 billion, according to a blog by World Bank economists, almost double that of second-ranked Mexico, which got $68 billion, and more than two-and-a-half times China’s $48 billion.