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Karwa Chauth is here and our Bollywood's leading ladies are not leaving any chance to make memories on this special day that commemorates love between partners. On Wednesday, celebrities including Kiara Advani, Parineeti Chopra and Shilpa Shetty among others shared glimpses of their Karwa Chauth celebrations with fans. Kiara posted an Instagram story where a star-shaped mehendi was seen on her left hand as she geared up for the festivities. Netizens also noticed the actor wearing her wedding ring.

It’s back to the drawing board for Keybridge Capital’s Nick Bolton. Magellan Financial Group’s legal challenge to block Bolton’s push for a meeting of unitholders in its $2.65 billion Global Fund was successful.

An alliance of nations that push for more solar power worldwide are set to announce nearly $35 million for projects such as mini grids and rooftop installations, mainly in Africa, according to the group’s director general

The $6 trillion provider of Australia’s oldest exchange-traded fund has slashed its management fees, a move that brings its costs in line with its faster growing competitors.

Mark Zuckerberg’s flagship company Meta has been slowly taking over the internet. Meta now owns Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, Threads, and WhatsApp, meaning that Zuckerberg almost holds a complete monopoly over our most popular online spaces. In a new move, Meta has announced chatbots with a ‘personality’, further expanding Zuckerberg’s influence over the digital realm and competing with Elon Musk.

Andhra Pradesh CM and TDP Chief N Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday morning reached his residence in Vijayawada a day after he was granted interim bail in a skill development case. He was given a warm welcome by his party supporters who had gathered outside his residence. Naidu walked out of Rajahmundry jail on Tuesday after Andhra Pradesh High Court granted him bail in the alleged skill development case. After walking out of the central cell, Chandrababu Naidu said, «When I was in trouble, you all came on the roads and prayed for me. I will never forget the affection shown to me, not only in Andhra Pradesh but also in Telangana and across the world.» «In my 45 years of career, I haven't committed any mistakes and will not let anyone do.

Day of the Dead or Día de los Muertos is an embodiment of the fusion of Mesoamerican rituals, European religious practices, and Spanish cultural influences. At its core, this celebration is a harmonious blend of ancient Aztec customs that venerated ancestors and the introduction of All Souls' Day by Spanish invaders in the early 1500s. The festivities are a series of ritual observances, characterized by ornate altars adorned with offerings to honor departed souls. Families gather at the gravesites of their loved ones, adorned with colorful decorations, creating a heartfelt remembrance. Communities come together in town squares and community centers to partake in traditional music, dance, and feasting. As part of the celebration, many masquerade as death itself, adorning themselves with colorful body paints, face masks, and ethnic attire.

electric kettle. Whether you need a quick cup of tea, instant coffee, or hot water for your morning oatmeal, the electric kettle is a trusty companion. It's a small yet mighty appliance that has revolutionized the way we prepare hot beverages and meals, offering us the luxury of instant, boiling water at our fingertips.

Dafna persevering under the threat of a new front opening in Israel's war with Hamas in Gaza. Here, a few hundred metres (yards) from south Lebanon, where Israeli foe Hezbollah holds sway, the spectre of another October 7 haunts civilians. Almost all of the 1,050 residents of this agricultural community were evacuated to hotels close to the nearby Sea of Galilee.

gold demand in India increased 10% year-on-year in the quarter to September to 210 tonnes due to lower prices. Much of this demand came from rural India which accounts for 60% of India’s annual consumption, which is pegged at 700-750 tonnes for 2023 by the World Gold Council (WGC), a little lower than it was last year. Globally, the WGC Q3 Gold Demand Trends report reveals, support for the asset continues as central bank buying maintains a historic pace, bringing quarterly gold demand to 1,147 tonnes, 8% higher than its five-year average. Gold jewellery sales in India increased 7% year-on-year to 155.7 tonnes, aided by softer gold prices and festive demand, which was more pronounced in southern India.

President Joe Biden has signed a sweeping executive order to guide the development of artificial intelligence

China’s leaders are expected to search for ways to mend the country's fractured property market, create jobs for millions of unemployed youths and spur faster growth in a meeting that reportedly began Monday in Beijing

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology was more highly recommended by its students than any other school in the Northeast in a survey conducted for the WSJ/College Pulse 2024 Best Colleges in the U.S. ranking. MIT is followed by Williams College and Princeton University on this list, with Yale University and Iona University in a tie to round out the top five.

Investing.com — Oil prices fell sharply Monday, as investors adopted a cautious stance at the start of a week that includes several central bank meetings, including the U.S. Federal Reserve, as well as key indications of global economic health.

Investing.com — European stock markets traded with small gains Monday as investors digested regional inflation data, ahead of several central bank meetings, including a crucial gathering by the U.S. Federal Reserve.

all-party meet, called by Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in the wake of the multiple blasts at a religious gathering in the state that claimed three lives, on Monday resolved to resist attempts to create mistrust and intolerance in society. The meet, held at the conference hall in the Secretariat complex, also unanimously resolved to urge people not to indulge in baseless accusations, speculative campaigns and rumour-mongering in the wake of the blasts, a statement issued by the Chief Minister's Office (CMO) said.

SEAS), Deborah Lipstadt has condemned the violent protests that have been reported in Russia threatening Israelis and Jews and called on Russian authorities to ensure their safety. In a post shared on X, Lipstadt stated that the US stands with Israel and the entire Jewish community. She emphasised that there is no excuse for targeting Jews or engaging in anti-semitic incitement.

The trade ministers of the Group of Seven nations pledged to build a wider network with developing nations to ensure supply chains are resilient for key items including critical minerals, semiconductors and batteries, according to the group’s joint statement released Sunday at the conclusion of their two-day gathering in Osaka, Japan. “We deplore actions to weaponise economic dependencies and commit to build on free, fair, and mutually beneficial economic and trade relationships, and accelerate such collaboration with the wider international community,” the group said in its joint statement.

A small team of Canadian special operations forces have deployed to Israel in the wake of the October 7 attack, Global News has learned from multiple sources with direct knowledge of the mission.

Sikh community has done a lot to protect the Sanatan Dharma, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday said it was Sikhs who started the Ram Janmabhoomi movement and their contribution can never be forgotten by any Indian. Singh said this while addressing a gathering at Lucknow's Alambagh Gurudwara on Prakash Utsav of Guru Granth Sahib. «The Sikh community has done a lot to protect the Sanatan Dharma.

G20 summit, India is hosting another global gathering — the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, which has returned to India after 12 years. In this period, India has established itself as the commercial centre of the sport, with a huge fan base that consists of traditional cricket enthusiasts, new young fans and increasingly women. This passion and conviction has drawn in global and Indian advertisers, even as 10-second ad spots are being priced at a 40% premium when compared to the 2019 World Cup.