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Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. One of the greatest public-health achievements of recent decades has been driving down child mortality around the world. Now, that long-running decline is reversing.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. MUMBAI : Fireside Ventures has closed its fourth consumer-focused fund at $253 million with a more diverse base of investors, or limited partners (LPs), to continue backing early-stage startups in India, a top official at the investment firm said. “In this fund, we have a 50-50 split between domestic and global investors.

semiconductor startup founder has issued a strong rebuttal to Union Minister Piyush Goyal’s recent criticism of Indian consumer internet startups, highlighting the challenges faced by deep-tech entrepreneurs in India. At Startup Mahakumbh 2025, Goyal had taken a swipe at the direction many startups were heading, saying, “Do we have to make ice cream or chips? Dukaandari hi karna hai?” His comments suggested a preference for innovation in areas like semiconductors over consumer-facing ventures such as food delivery or boutique D2C products. Also Read: Zepto's Aadit Palicha, Mohandas Pai react to Piyush Goyal's comments on Indian startups

While crossword fans fill out the grid, others might find themselves in the need of discreet tips or, for the more impatient players, straightforward solutions. This is a complete guide to today's NYT Mini Crossword with hints as well as answers for those in need of help.

US stock market has plunged this week as S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq numbers were red. However, there are some Wall Street stocks that performed well. While, big tech stocks, specialty retailers, travel and energy companies took sizeable losses. Companies that focus on food, health care and other necessities gained ground or held relatively stable. Many investors in search of safer places to put their money shifted their focus to companies that tend to hold up during economic slowdowns and recessions. They figured that Americans still need health care, basic necessities such as food, soap and toilet paper, and electricity to power their homes. Plus the occasional alcoholic or carbonated beverage. Here are some companies that have managed to post gains or minimal losses for the week: Food Food makers, grocery stores, and restaurants all expect to feel an impact from higher costs on imported products. Food, especially at grocery stores, is among the many expenses that can't be completely cut out of a budget and will likely be grudgingly absorbed by people.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said while America is willing to continue to help those affected by the Myanmar earthquake, other countries should also pitch in to provide humanitarian assistance during such crises worldwide. «Well, we're not the government of the world. No, we will provide humanitarian assistance just like everybody else does and do it the best we can. But we also have other needs we have to balance that against. We're not walking away from humanitarian assistance,» Rubio told the media at NATO Headquarters in Brussels on Friday. Rubio was responding to a question about the earthquake and how the US offered help during such incidents by saving lives on the ground through special equipment and experts. Rubio was asked if that was not happening because of the dismantling of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). «There's a lot of other rich countries in the world. They should all be pitching in. We're going to do our part. We already have people there, we'll have more people there. We'll help as much as we can. It's not the easiest place to work. They have a military junta that doesn't like us and doesn't necessarily allow us to operate in that country the way we want to. That would have impeded our response no matter what,» he said.

Eternal, has resigned, the company said Saturday. Food delivery is the company's biggest revenue generating vertical. Chandra had joined the company in 2018 and was elevated to the role of food delivery COO in 2023. In the food delivery segment, which is led by Rakesh Ranjan, the company has witnessed a slowdown in growth amid broader consumption softness.

Rashmika Mandanna, one of India's most adored actresses, turned 29 today and took to Instagram to share sun-soaked photos from her trip to Salalah, Oman. While fans couldn’t stop gushing over her radiant snaps, there was one person who wasn’t exactly thrilled — her fitness trainer. In the photos, Rashmika is seen enjoying a serene moment at a table loaded with delicious food, dressed in a chic sleeveless black tank top paired with denim jeans and a wide-brimmed hat. Flashing her trademark smile and signature heart-fingers gesture, the actress looks every bit the happy traveler soaking in Salalah’s beauty. But not everyone is pleased with her indulgence. In the caption, Rashmika cheekily wrote, “Good food + full almost exploding happy tummy = angry Junaid Shaikh and Sagar (my trainers). I read this somewhere. Salalah — land of sun, sand and smiles. How cute it sounds!”

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Office fridges are getting crowded with employee lunches. Inside the office fridge, maybe behind a “Don’t Touch!" Post-it Note, is a telling economic indicator: More employees are eating lunches brought from home than they have in years.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. On a recent Friday night in Bengaluru, Green Theory, a cafe that serves plant-based food and drinks, turned into a retro-futuristic space for a silent music party. As neon lights shimmered and kitschy visuals reminiscent of 1970s movie posters played on transparent curtains, a crowd of around 100 headphones-clad youngsters moved to lo-fi disco music spun by DJ Joel Sakkari on the console.

coconut water that had been left unrefrigerated for a month. According to a 2021 report in the journal Emerging Infectious Diseases, the man experienced severe symptoms within hours of consumption and was later declared brain dead.

Not for nothing did Geet Dhillon say proudly, “Main aapni favourite hoon!” (I am my favourite). Kareena Kapoor Khan recently gave a lovely message on self-love. At the launch event of celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar’s latest book, the '3 Idiots' actress spoke candidly about her perspective on food and her relationship with it. She revealed that she has always maintained a relaxed approach to eating and never hesitated to indulge in a bag of chips without guilt. Sharing a personal experience, she disclosed that after the birth of her younger son, Jeh, she gained around 45 kilograms. Although there was a fleeting moment when societal expectations made her feel pressured to regain her pre-pregnancy physique, she quickly dismissed the thought and reassured herself that she still looked «fab».

Goldman Sachs struck an optimistic tone on Zomato on Friday, arguing that concerns around its quick commerce arm Blinkit are exaggerated and current valuations overly pessimistic, even as the stock fell as much as 2.4% to Rs 205.85 on the day. Goldman Sachs reiterated a «buy» rating on Zomato with a target price of Rs 310, implying an upside of over 50% from current levels. The brokerage believes that at the current market price, investors are effectively assigning negligible value to Zomato’s food delivery business or assuming that Blinkit’s EBITDA margins have structurally halved — both scenarios it considers highly unlikely.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Mumbai: Poonam Gupta, the newly appointed deputy governor of the Reserve Bank of India, has less than a week to prepare for the three-day monetary policy committee meeting beginning Monday. But, while it maybe be her first stint at the RBI, Gupta’s academic papers and articles point to a person who has strong views on inflation targeting framework and exchange rate stability.

National Burrito Day is observed every year on the first Thursday of April, and in 2025, it falls on April 3. The annual celebration of the widespread Mexican and Tex-Mex staple known as the burrito takes place every April 3. The burrito evolved substantially as it traveled from Mexico to become thriving in the United States.

masala dosas at a Brooklyn park—has now become a thriving pop-up restaurant bringing in over $15,000 a month. Swetha and Venkat Raju, a Bengaluru-born couple living in New York, never imagined their daughter's playful business venture would transform into a sought-after culinary experience, now known as Brooklyn Curry Project. According to a report from CNBC Make It, it all began in May 2021 when their daughter, Mahati, wanted to set up a lemonade stand near Fort Greene Park’s Green Market. Instead of just drinks, Swetha, an ardent home cook, decided to whip up some masala dosas—crispy, crepe-like South Indian pancakes filled with spiced potatoes. To their surprise, the dosas were an instant hit. Customers took a bite, their eyes widened, and soon, the family found themselves at the center of a growing frenzy.

Blake Lively seems to be making headlines every now and then due to one reason or the other amid the Justin Baldoni lawsuit controversy. Blake Lively's recent visit to a Connecticut donut shop was intended to be a casual gesture of support for a friend. Instead, it sparked an online controversy. Given her ongoing lawsuit against Justin Baldoni, some believe the move was an untimely PR distraction. Although her supporters are rallying behind her intentions, the timing has caused further controversy.

Naman Chaudhary, a fitness enthusiast from Bharatpur, Rajasthan, is inspiring thousands with his incredible weight loss journey. Once weighing 150 kg, Naman struggled with confidence and faced years of bullying. Determined to transform his life, he embarked on a fitness journey that changed everything. Through dedication, clean eating, and weight training, he successfully shed 76 kilos in just two and a half years, now weighing a healthy 75 kg. Today, he is a fitness model and continues to document his progress on Instagram to inspire others.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Poonam Gupta’s appointment as the deputy governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) could test the status quo on some of the regulator's policies and frameworks. This will be Gupta’s maiden policy-making role.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. The job of rescuing Pepsi-Cola starts very early in the morning for Ram Krishnan. On a recent trip to San Antonio, the head of PepsiCo’s U.S.