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Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli’s son, Akaay, were seen for the first time during the India vs. Australia Test match in Perth. On Sunday, Anushka was spotted in the stands enthusiastically cheering as Virat scored a century. The camera frequently captured Anushka’s reactions to his impressive performance, and during one such moment, a baby seated behind her caught viewers’ attention. In a widely circulated video, a man was seen holding the baby and trying to lull him to sleep. Fans immediately assumed it was Akaay and excitedly celebrated what they believed was his first public appearance. However, reports from outlets like Times Now have confirmed through sources that the baby in the video is not Akaay. Anushka, who welcomed Akaay earlier this year, has remained fiercely protective of her son’s privacy. She kept her second pregnancy a secret and surprised fans with the announcement of Akaay’s birth via social media. Both Anushka and Virat have made deliberate efforts to shield their children from the public eye. Even in her birthday tribute to Virat, Anushka carefully avoided revealing the faces of both Akaay and their daughter, Vamika.

mutual funds have offered a negative average return of around 13.34% in the last three months. Five PSU mutual funds have marked their presence in the market over the last three months. Quant PSU Fund lost the most of 17.68% in the last three months. CPSE ETF, the largest PSU fund based on assets managed, delivered a negative return of around 14.85% in the mentioned period.

hybrid mutual funds — schemes that invest in equity and debt — may serve investors, especially new and inexperienced investors, better. Conservative hybrid mutual funds are the entry to the world of hybrid funds. These schemes invest mostly in debt and a small percent in equity. As per the Sebi norms, conservative hybrid schemes must invest 75-90% in debt instruments and 10-25% in stocks. These schemes are ideal for investors looking to invest a small part of their corpus in equity to earn some extra returns. Conservative hybrid schemes, as the name suggests, are meant for investors with a conservative risk profile.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. India's economic performance improved significantly among emerging markets’ (EM) peers, driven by a remarkable rebound in exports. Despite a tumultuous stock market and the depreciation of the rupee, the country's growth was fuelled by a 17% year-on-year increase in exports in October, marking a sharp recovery after months of sluggish performance.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Getting allotment in a small and medium enterprises (SME) initial public offering (IPO) in early 2024 felt like hitting the jackpot. For many investors, it was enough to fund a grand wedding or a dream vacation.

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Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. The euphoria in Bharat Forge Ltd has subsided. After hitting an all-time high of ₹1,804 on 21 June, which was in tandem with the excitement in all defence sector stocks, the stock has corrected to ₹1,316.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. While it is uncertain whether the market might dip 2% before rising, for those seeking decent returns and investing with a long-term perspective, any time is a good time to invest, says Sunil Singhania, founder of Abakkus Asset Manager. “This correction could be an opportunity to boost returns by buying stocks 10-15% cheaper," he believes.

Zee Entertainment Enterprises (Zee) said its chief executive officer Punit Goenka, who resigned as managing director (MD) last week, has withdrawn his consent for re-appointment as MD, initially proposed for approval at the annual general meeting on November 28. This follows the company's earlier announcement on November 18, where Goenka had announced his decision to step down as the MD. «I hereby tender my resignation from the office of MD of the company with immediate effect to entirely focus on my operational responsibilities,» Goenka stated in his letter to the board dated November 18.

A Man On the Inside, helmed by acclaimed creator Michael Schur, has captured audiences with its witty narrative and endearing performances. While the first season has received praise since its release, Netflix has yet to announce its renewal for a second season. Fans of the show are eagerly awaiting updates on its future. Given Netflix’s usual approach, the decision to renew the series will likely hinge on its performance metrics over the coming weeks.

Congress chances by embroiling himself in a 'Savarkar controversy', with Pune and Nashik courts summoning him in defamation cases. Playing the 'Adani card' to voters was like throwing firecrackers in the water.

Eras tour, has reportedly loosened one of her key rules when it comes to her boyfriend, NFL star Travis Kelce. This revelation came courtesy of Beabadoobee, a fellow artist who toured with Swift in 2023. During an interview with Cosmopolitan, Beabadoobee marveled at Swift's incredible stamina and dedication, revealing that Swift adhered to a strict no-alcohol rule while performing. “She said she was doing this tour sober, and it made everything make sense,” the singer shared. “She’s a beast, dude. Three-hour-long shows every night, choreography, all this crazy stuff. No sipping on alcohol!” However, when Swift steps away from the tour grind and spends time with Kelce, it appears she allows herself a bit more relaxation, including indulging in the occasional cocktail.

Nani’s recent blockbuster Saripodhaa Sanivaaram, directed by Vivek Athreya, has become a major hit, captivating audiences with its compelling storyline and powerful performances. Starring Priyanka Arul Mohan as the female lead, the action-packed drama has achieved significant success both in theatres and on OTT platforms. The latest buzz is that the film will soon make its Hindi television debut. Colors Cineplex has announced that Saripodhaa Sanivaaram will premiere on November 30, 2024, at 8 PM, bringing the story to Hindi-speaking audiences for the first time. It will be interesting to see how the Hindi audiences will react to the film.

Chennai Super Kings have resigned Rachin Ravindra for Rs 4 crore in the in the IPL 2025 auction on Sunday at Jeddah. The New Zealand all-rounder was first bought by Punjab Kings for Rs 3.2 crore, but CSK used the RTM and the bid was increased to Rs 4 crore to which CSK agreed.

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has not only deepened the Congress, and by extension, UDF’s footprint in the Lok Sabha constituency spread across three districts, but has, in the process, cut into INDI ally LDF’s votes. The sharp differences between the CPI(M) and CPI local leaders and cadre and a lightning campaign by the 52-year-old MP-elect has helped the UDF widen its gap with its closest rival. Throughout her less than three-week campaign, Vadra consciously projected herself as the UDF nominee and less as a Congress leader. UDF’s constituent, the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), has a huge clout across the seven assembly segments in Wayanad LS seat. This combined with Vadra’s appeal helped the Congress turn in its best performance with a 65% vote share, higher than Rahul Gandhi’s 2019 record.

Virat Kohli scored his 81st international century against Australia during the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy at Perth's Optus Stadium on Sunday. Virat slammed his first Test century in SENA (South Africa, England, New Zealand and Australia) conditions in almost six years, breaking the Test ton curse at Perth with an unbeaten knock that witnessed him play plenty of 'Vintage Kohli' shots. His last ton in SENA came in December 2018 in Australia, at the same venue Taking to X after his century, South Africa's batting legend AB de Villiers called Virat as the 'Greatest of All Time (GOAT)'.

The wicketkeeper-batsman was sold for a price of Rs 14 crore, outdoing the previous bid of Rs 13.75 crore by Chennai Super Kings. Former Lucknow Super Giants captain KL Rahul became a part of the Indian Premier League (IPL) mega auction with a base price of Rs 2 crore, having been released by Lucknow Super Giants, owned by Sanjiv Goenka.

Rajasthan Royals have had excellent performances in last three seasons and is not surprising that the team has retained six players ahead of the mega auction. It was also the only team that distributed the money exactly how the IPL governing body had first prescribed — Two players for Rs 18 crore, two players for Rs 14 crore and one player for Rs 11 crore. The uncapped player was also retained for Rs 4 crore.

Delhi Capitals (DC) for a hefty sum of Rs 11.75 crore. This comes after the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) opted not to retain the fast bowler, who was previously the most expensive player in IPL history following his acquisition for Rs 24.75 crore in the 2024 auction. Starc, known for his express pace and ability to thrive under pressure, had an impressive season last year, claiming 17 wickets, including five crucial scalps in the Qualifier and final matches. Despite his standout performance, injuries and international commitments hampered his participation throughout the season.

Yuzvendra Chahal has been sold to the Punjab Kings for a staggering Rs 18 crore in the IPL 2025 mega auction, one of the marquee buys of the season already. The seasoned leg-spinner, formerly with Rajasthan Royals, renowned for his wicket-taking prowess, had a successful stint last season, further solidifying his reputation as one of the game’s top spinners. Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bengaluru were in fray to bag the spinner alongside Punjab.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. According to Indian five-star hotels, a guest likes to walk into the room and see the TV come alive on its own, blaring third-rate music and displaying promotions for the same hotel, as though this is the sort of entertainment that brought him to town. Later, when he decides to sleep, he apparently loves finding the blanket so tightly tucked in that he feels like a letter slipping into an envelope.