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The UAE Aid Agency has signed a cooperation agreement with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) to support the delivery of urgent humanitarian and relief aid to the Sudanese …
Last Updated:December 21, 2025, 15:41 ISTBombay Stock Exchange and National Stock Exchange will close on December 25 for Christmas. NSE will have 15 holidays in 2026, starting with Republic Day and ending with Christmas.Stock Market Holiday This WeekStock Market Holiday This Week: The last trading public holiday for the stock market in 2025 is falling on Thursday, December 25, on the account of Christmas. The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) will remain closed throughout the day. Apart from the marked holiday, exchanges will remain shut down for the usual weekends on December 27 and December 28.During…
2025 has been a defining year for Bollywood, with several actors stepping out of their comfort zones and delivering career-defining performances. From powerful biographical roles to intense crime dramas and transformative debuts, the year showcased reinventions that left both audiences and critics deeply impressed.From Abhishek Bachchan, Huma Qureshi to Akshaye Khanna: THESE Bollywood actors redefined their craft in 2025Here are the Bollywood actors who truly reinvented themselves in 2025:1. Randeep Hooda in JaatRandeep Hooda stunned audiences yet again, but this time with a performance that felt like a complete rebirth. As the menacing Ranatunga in Jaat, he delivered a gritty,…
The College Football Playoff selection committee’s first top 25 rankings release is Tuesday, Nov. 4, but with data points continuing to expand nearing the midseason point, we have a pretty good idea of how that poll would look if the season ended today.The 12-team bracket includes five auto-bids and seven at-large selections, but the major change this season is the move to a straight-seeding model designed to reward teams for quality wins and removes the previous rule that forced the top four seeds to all be conference champions.Selection committee protocol has not changed with strength of schedule, head-to-head competition and…
The year 2025 has been a painful marker for the global technology workforce. Driven by the urgent need to fund massive Artificial Intelligence infrastructure and the efficiency gains from automation, global tech giants have orchestrated an unprecedented wave of restructuring across the globe. Industry trackers estimate that over 112,000 employees have been laid off across more than 200 tech companies this year, with the final tally projected to be far higher. Note that this is not a typical economic downturn – rather, it is a fundamental shift. CEOs are openly shedding roles that can be automated by new AI tools,…
Last Updated:December 21, 2025, 13:38 ISTFrom private river cruises and jungle safaris to wellness sanctuaries and tropical retreats, discover the most luxurious bachelor and bachelorette getawaysHere’s a list of luxury bachelor and bachelorette getaways before you say ‘I do’Your big day deserves a prelude that’s just as memorable. Step beyond predictable parties and familiar destinations, and gather your closest friends for a pre-wedding escape designed to spark joy, strengthen bonds, and set the tone for what lies ahead. Whether you’re dreaming of a wild adventure, a soulful reset, or indulgent time together in extraordinary settings, these handpicked experiences redefine the…
Last Updated:December 21, 2025, 14:50 ISTAnurag Dwivedi is under the scanner of the ED, accused of laundering crores of rupees through illegal betting networks, overseas investments. He has denied all allegationsYouTuber Anurag Dwivedi’s assets are under ED scanner. (Image: X/@vannumeena0)A gold chain allegedly stolen from his uncle’s house helped Unnao’s Anurag Dwivedi buy his first smartphone, a device that would later propel him into the world of YouTube fame, fantasy gaming apps, and staggering wealth. Then came the luxury cars, offshore investments, and a five-day wedding aboard a Dubai cruise.Years later, Dwivedi now finds himself under the scanner of the…
IND vs PAK U19 Asia Cup final LIVE SCORE: India captain Ayush Mhatre has won the toss and opted to bowl first in the U19 Asia Cup 2025 final against Pakistan in Dubai. While India went with an unchanged XI, Pakistan made one change with Niqab Shafiq replacing Daniyal Ali Khan.Having won the tournament eight times, an unbeaten India are eyeing their ninth title in the continental championship.Which TV channels will live telecast IND vs PAK?Sony Sports Ten 1 SD & HD, Sony Sports Ten 3 SD & HD (Hindi), Sony Sports Ten 4 SD (Tamil & Telugu) will live…
Nearly 70 per cent of the rural population is dependent on farming. Agriculture remains the backbone of India’s food security and rural livelihoods. The sector grapples with fragmented landholdings, weather surprises, infrastructure gaps, low productivity and volatile prices. The mismatch between its economic weight (18 per cent of GDP) and workforce share (46 per cent) highlights the structural fault lines limiting rural prosperity. For India to sustain 8% economic growth, agriculture must grow at 4 per cent annually; this target must be scaled.India’s booming startup ecosystem is offering game-changing solutions. These innovation-driven companies, built on transformational ideas, are inherently disruptive…
Last Updated:December 21, 2025, 11:35 ISTFrom experience-led travel and seamless personalisation to airport-led hospitality and sustainable journeys, discover the key trends redefining travel and hospitality in 2026.Hospitality is no longer a series of transactions; it is evolving into an experience-led ecosystem where every touchpoint shapes perception, memory, and valueAs 2026 approaches, travel is entering a phase of quiet but profound transformation. People are travelling again not impulsively, but with greater purpose and discernment. Expectations are sharper, choices are more deliberate, and the emphasis has shifted from merely reaching a destination to experiencing the journey in ways that feel thoughtful, personal,…