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Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, often referred to as 'King Khan' by his admirers, continues to receive praise not only from fans but also from his contemporaries. Actress Sushmita Sen, the first Indian woman to win the Miss Universe title, recently shared her admiration for the actor at an event, leaving no doubt about her high regard for him.

Adani Wilmar Ltd (AWL), India's largest edible oil company, is adopting a strategy similar to ITC's by leveraging its core business and extensive distribution network to drive growth in its high-margin FMCG portfolio after the Adani group exit, according to sources. Just as ITC used its strong cigarette business to expand into FMCG, AWL is set to use its dominant edible oil business as a foundation for FMCG growth.

D Gukesh climbed dizzying heights in the past one month, a World Championship triumph getting garnished by the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award recently, but the chess prodigy now wants to reset his focus and goals to tackle a «challenging» 2025. Gukesh will be seen in action in the Tata Steel tournament in Wijk aan Zee in Netherlands, beginning on January 17.

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Tamil crime thriller The Smile Man is gearing up for its digital premiere following a limited theatrical release. Starring seasoned actor R. Sarathkumar, the movie delves into the gripping journey of a senior police officer grappling with Alzheimer's disease while on the trail of a ruthless serial killer. Directed by the talented duo Syam and Praveen, The Smile Man hit theaters on December 27, capturing the audience’s attention with its intense narrative and stellar performances.

cement to 18 per cent from 28 per cent and take some policy measures in the upcoming Budget to boost consumption of this key building material, a senior official of JK Lakshmi Cement said. In an interview with PTI, Arun Shukla, President and Director of JK Lakshmi Cement, said there is a case to increase cement manufacturing capacity in India to meet the rising demand, which is expected to grow at an average annual rate of 7-8 per cent.

Electric scooter manufacturer River has announced plans to expand its retail footprint by opening 25 stores across the country by March this year. The Bengaluru-headquartered company inaugurated its first store in Coimbatore, the second such facility in Tamil Nadu after the first outlet in Chennai, which was established in 2024.

Donald Trump’s hush money case made a dramatic decision that could nevertheless bring the case to a muted end.In a ruling Friday, Manhattan Judge Juan M. Merchan scheduled the sentencing for 10 days before Trump’s inauguration — but the judge indicated that he’s leaning toward a sentence that would amount to just closing the case without any real punishment. He said Trump could attend the Jan.

US dollar, high valuations, and investors gravitating toward a multi-asset strategy. The auto sector outperformed other indices, buoyed by strong December sales that defied typically subdued demand. Meanwhile, mid and small caps showed a modest recovery, while large caps trailed behind.

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Jaguar’s “copy nothing” brand reboot hit late last year, one self-styled car enthusiast replied on X: “What the actual hell is this.” Jaguar’s response: “The future.” That remains to be seen. But the ad, unfamiliar and unsettling, does at least work as a portent of what’s coming for the global auto industry.

The metal gained upward traction on new year fund inflows and concerns about the Chinese economy as China’s manufacturing PMI disappointed. It peaked at $2665 on better-than-expected US ISM manufacturing PMI.

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Anupam Mittal, Shark Tank India judge and founder of People Group, welcomed the New Year with a sharp dose of sarcasm, blending humor with commentary on the hotly debated topic of a 70-hour work week. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Mittal cheekily addressed the ongoing discussion, writing, “All those worried about 70-hour work weeks, relax!” He further added a futuristic twist, saying, “AI gonna take our jobs so we will have all the time to chill in 2025,” pairing his unconventional message with a Happy New Year greeting.

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Ten years ago, Jean-François Lisée predicted that Quebec’s independence movement would be reborn.