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The Pantaloons departmental chain run by Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd (ABFRL) has exited over 40 stores in tier-two and smaller markets in this period. Most Shoppers Stop stores that have been closed are at high-street locations because they «have lost that critical mass» and the company is trying to move them inside malls. Jubilant FoodWorks Ltd, which runs multiple quick service restaurants, said there is a decline in dine-in orders for pizza chain Domino's stores on the high street, even though footfall in mall outlets is robust.

Radar Online, the 55-year-old superstar is reportedly channeling her emotions into a powerful musical comeback—one that insiders believe will be her own version of Lemonade, Beyoncé’s infamous tell-all album about Jay-Z’s infidelity. After a turbulent relationship with Affleck, 52, which saw the rekindling of their 2000s romance only to end in yet another failed marriage, Lopez is wasting no time wallowing in regret. Instead, she's back in the studio, allegedly assembling an army of A-list songwriters and producers to craft an album infused with themes of «strength, courage, and perseverance.»

Srisailam Left Bank Canal tunnel since February 22 picked up pace with the deployment of an 'autonomous hydraulic-powered robot' equipped with special machinery on Saturday. An autonomous hydraulic-powered robot is being used to remove soil, along with equipment such as a 30 HP capacity liquid ring vacuum pump and a vacuum tank machine, which facilitate the quick removal of soil and other debris inside the tunnel, accelerating the search operation, an official release said on Saturday. Approximately 620 cubic meters of soil and muck can be removed from the tunnel per hour using a conveyor belt, it added. Teams from the Army, National Disaster Response Force, State Disaster Response Force, HRDD (human remains detection dogs), state-run miner Singareni Collieries, a Hyderabad-based robotics company, and other agencies have been actively involved in the mission. The search operation has been ongoing round-the-clock, including de-watering efforts. The body of Gurpreet Singh, who worked as a Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) operator, was recovered on March 9 and handed over to his family members in Punjab.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. OTT Tarun Tahiliani, a luxury prêt label by designer Tarun Tahiliani, opened its first-ever store inside Gurugram's Grand View High Street complex, last month. Designed to reflect the brand’s ethos of modern minimalism, the store’s interiors offer an immersive retail experience and houses a collection, including gilets, capes, soft jackets, belted kaftans and dresses, with brand's signature elements such as jewel printing and chikankari.

Islamic State in Iraq and Syria has been killed in Iraq in an operation by members of the Iraqi national intelligence service along with U.S.-led coalition forces, the Iraqi prime minister announced Friday. «The Iraqis continue their impressive victories over the forces of darkness and terrorism,» Prime Minister Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani said in a statement posted on X, formerly known as Twitter. Abdallah Maki Mosleh al-Rifai, or "Abu Khadija," was «deputy caliph» of the militant group and as «one of the most dangerous terrorists in Iraq and the world,» the statement said. On his Truth Social platform Friday night, U.S. President Donald Trump said: «Today the fugitive leader of ISIS in Iraq was killed. He was relentlessly hunted down by our intrepid warfighters» in coordination with the Iraqi government and the Kurdish regional government. «PEACE THROUGH STRENGTH!» Trump posted.

Donald Trump delivered what sounded like one of his typical meandering, grievance-laden campaign speeches on Friday, but it was where he did it — inside the U.S. Department of Justice — that mattered. The appearance marked Trump's clearest exertion yet of personal control over the country's federal law enforcement apparatus, which is normally run by appointees who keep at least an arm's length from the president to avoid the appearance that politics are governing prosecutorial decisions. Trump, instead, embraced the notion of the agency as his own personal tool of vengeance. «As the chief law enforcement officer in our country, I will insist upon and demand full and complete accountability for the wrongs and abuses that have occurred,» Trump told the audience, with Attorney General Pam Bondi (who is technically the country's chief law enforcement officer) and FBI Director Kash Patel in the audience. One of Trump's favorite campaign songs, «YMCA,» played after he wrapped up his nearly hourlong address inside the department's ceremonial Great Hall. Here's a look at what Trump said, what the reality is and the significance of his words.

Gene Hackman's estate has become the focus of speculation. Gene Hackman's will has raised questions after reports surfaced that the majority of his $80 million fortune was left to his wife, Betsy Arakawa. With his $80 million fortune primarily left to his wife, it's unclear what his three children will inherit. Now, legal experts weigh in on whether a courtroom showdown is on the way. His son has already hired a top estate attorney, indicating that a battle over his inheritance is on the horizon, as quoted in a report by the Daily Mail.

Sydney Sweeney and Jonathan Davino are having relationship problems, resulting in a postponed wedding and separate living arrangements. Insiders say Sweeney's rising Hollywood career is a major factor, as she prioritizes work while Davino is ready to settle down. While they have not officially ended their relationship, friends are concerned that it will not last. Insiders reveal that Sydney Sweeney and Jonathan Davino are «on the rocks» following the postponement of their wedding.

The department store chain's problems reflected the broader struggle faced by American retailers in the light of reduced consumer spending coupled with the uncertainty around President Donald Trump's tariff policy.

Markets regulator Sebi has widened the ambit of the scope of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI) by including any proposed fundraising activities agreements which can impact the management or control of the company, restructuring plans, and one-time bank settlements. The move is aimed at enhancing regulatory clarity, certainty and uniformity in compliance in the ecosystem. To give this effect, Sebi, in a notification issued on March 11, amended insider trading regulations. The new rules would come into force from June 10.

Seo Hye-jin under Crea Studio. Despite Seo Hye-jin’s history of producing hit shows, Under 15 is generating buzz for all the wrong reasons. The show is actively scouting children between the ages of 3 and 15 from more than 70 countries, sparking widespread concern. Reports indicate that the producer’s goal is to form a group with an average debut age even lower than NewJeans’ 16.4 years, raising ethical questions about the industry's growing push toward increasingly younger idols. As the introductory poster of one of the contestants, eight-year-old Kim Ga Yoon, went viral on X, several netizens condemned the induction of such young children, pointing out that they are vulnerable to predators. Many also objected to the name of the programme, saying that such a suggestive name would attract the attention of pedophiles.

NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore upon their return to Earth, can make walking uncomfortable and difficult.

market volatility and benchmark indices down by 6% in February, the mutual fund monthly SIP inflows have declined by just 2%, which the market experts considers a natural tendency and behaviour of anyone to panic during the volatile market and SIPs are reduced or stopped. “It is a natural tendency and behaviour of anyone to panic especially when there is a lot of negativity in the media, both television and social media. It is generally seen that SIPs are reduced or stopped by those investors who do not have any access to a personal financé professional,” commented Rajesh Minocha, a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and founder of Financial Radiance. “For long-term investors, this is actually a saving grace when valuations of stocks have gone past their intrinsic value and now are correcting. Such phases are the best times to stay invested through SIPs. The market's volatility allows investors to accumulate more units at lower prices for future benefits,” he further mentioned.

Friends alum turned Apple TV+ powerhouse, is reportedly feeling the heat as Ellen Pompeo prepares to make her grand return to the small screen with Hulu’s Good American Family.

U.S.-Canada tariff war has taken a deliciously petty turn, and this time, the battlefield is not the political stage but the sandwich board of a Canadian café. In response to President Donald Trump’s latest round of economic threats—and his bizarre proposal to make Canada the 51st U.S. state—a local eatery has introduced a culinary masterpiece that has the internet howling: The Trump Sandwich. So, what’s inside this politically seasoned delicacy? According to the café’s chalkboard menu, it’s served on “White Bread, Full of Baloney, with Russian Dressing and a Small Pickle.” The not-so-subtle jab at Trump’s policies, persona, and alleged Russian ties has turned the sandwich into an instant internet sensation.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. KAMPALA, Uganda—The property manager of a shabby office building in this congested East African capital has achieved what the U.S., U.N. and other well-meaning global powers have not: He has established peace between warring Sudanese factions.

Betsy Arakawa were found dead, along with their pet dog, at their home in Santa Fe, New Mexico in February 2025, sparking intense speculation about their cause of deaths. Recently, authorities revealed Gene Hackman died of heart disease days after his wife died from hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS). But what exactly is this rare illness?

municipal elections began on Wednesday at 8 am and the results will be announced on the same day. Voting for the election took place on March 2 for mayor/president and ward members across municipal corporations, councils, and municipalities.

Kaynes Technology India cracked 9.6% to their intraday low of Rs 3,893.85 on the BSE on Wednesday, March 12, after the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) issued a show-cause notice to the company’s Managing Director Ramesh Kunhikannan, over alleged violations related to insider trading regulations. An official disclosure by SEBI, dated March 10, 2025, cites concerns regarding the maintenance of a Structured Digital Database (SDD) for financial results for the period ended March 31, 2023. The alleged violations are linked to the Prohibition of Insider Trading (PIT) Regulations, 2015, which govern the handling of sensitive financial data to prevent unfair trading practices.

seven people trapped inside the partially collapsed SLBC tunnel here continued for the 19th consecutive day on Wednesday, with intensified efforts. Rescue teams including personnel from NDRF, state-run miner Singareni Collieries, rat miners and other agencies entered the tunnel along with equipment on Wednesday morning in a renewed effort to reach those trapped, official sources said. A team from a Hyderabad-based robotics company, along with a robot equipped with an AI-based camera, had entered the tunnel on Tuesday morning. Additionally, 110 rescue personnel were deployed. To minimise risks to rescuers, the Telangana government has decided to expand the use of robots as water and slush inside the tunnel pose significant challenges. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, who visited the tunnel on March 2, had suggested that officials use robots inside the tunnel if necessary to ensure the safety of rescue personnel. As part of efforts to locate the missing individuals, rescue personnel once again deployed Human Remains Detection Dogs (HRDD) at the accident site, an official release said.

Elon Musk in a high-profile event at the White House on Tuesday. The transaction took place on the South Lawn, where several Tesla models, including the Cybertruck, were on display. The President’s purchase was seen as an endorsement of Musk and his work, at a time when the billionaire is facing significant opposition. Trump, seated inside the Model X, admired the vehicle, stating, «That's beautiful.» He later pointed to the model and confirmed it as his choice. Musk, who also serves as the head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), showed the President around the vehicles, highlighting the Cybertruck’s bulletproof exterior. But experts warn the unusual presidential backing of a private company could backfire. “Tesla is becoming a political symbol of Trump and DOGE, and that is a bad thing for the brand,” said Wedbush Securities financial analyst Dan Ives, referring to the advisory group in charge of cutting government spending led by Musk. “You think it’s helping, but it’s actually hurting.”