The Patola saree is another traditional yet bold choice that stands out for its intricate double ikat weaving technique. This saree, known for its geometric patterns and vibrant colours, is a statement piece in itself. The luxurious silk and the detailed artistry of the weaving process make it a unique choice for those who want…
AHMEDABAD: A sessions court in Ahmedabad recently acquitted four men accused of rioting and arson in the city’s Naroda area during communal violence that followed Babri Masjid demolition in 1992-93. “No evidence, including CCTV footage or any eyewitness who could link the accused to this offence, has been produced before this court,” additional sessions judge…
MUMBAI: India’s public sector banks are set to enjoy a year-end boost to their profits. A new directive from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) allows them to book profits on security receipts (SRs) received against bad loans that have been fully written off and sold to asset reconstruction companies (ARCs). Significantly, the move is…
In an unexpected upset, the Jason Statham thriller “A Working Man” took No. 1 at the box office, besting the rapidly declining “Snow White,” according to studio estimates Sunday. Even after a lackluster debut, the Walt Disney Co.’s live-action remake was predicted to remain the top film in U.S. and Canadian theaters over the weekend….
Mangroves contribute to Mumbai in a host of ways. They protect the city from storm surges, nurture fish breeding grounds, absorb air pollution, and help filter coastal waters. But these services rarely find a place on balance sheets or cost-benefit analyses – in part because they aren’t easy to quantify.Now, a new study tries to…
NEW DELHI: Wiser by the initial experience with production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme, govt is now looking at a more comprehensive approach for champion sectors, complete with a package for inputs, skilling and other aspects.Govt sources told TOI that ministries that were pitching for new sectors under the PLI scheme have been asked to go back…
Rajasthan Royals’ Wanindu Hasaranga celebrates with teammates the wicket of CSK’s Shivam Dube. (PTI Photo) In a thrilling doubleheader on Sunday, Wanindu Hasaranga and Mitchell Starc delivered match-winning performances as Rajasthan Royals edged past Chennai Super Kings by six runs, while Delhi Capitals cruised to a seven-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad. Hasaranga dents CSK’s chaseRajasthan…
A pinch of the right spice in the right recipe can elevate the taste of any delicacy, and the formula is the same for Bollywood movies. In a cinematic landscape, where heroes and heroines often bask in the limelight, it’s the villains who add depth and intrigue to the narrative. On top of that, if…
DEHRADUN: In a cluster of high-altitude villages near the India-China border in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi district, households are shaped by absence. Across eight settlements – Harsil, Mukhba, Bagori, Dharali, Sukhi, Purali, Jhala and Jaspaur – the presence of young women and children has steadily thinned. The migration hasn’t been forced, nor has it followed economic distress….
NEW DELHI: Yes Bank on Saturday said it has received a demand notice of Rs 2,209 crore for the assessment year (AY) 2019-20. The said AY was reopened by the income tax department in April 2023, Yes Bank said in a regulatory filing. The reassessment order was passed by the National Faceless Assessment Unit of…
