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As India marks the 8th anniversary of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime, the sweeping tax reform—once met with skepticism and logistical hurdles—has steadily matured into a key pillar of India’s economic architecture, streamlining…
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A seemingly innocuous post praising the intense study routine of IAS officer Neha Byadwal has triggered a fiery debate online, with one user bluntly stating: “The UPSC prep-cult needs to be dismantled and destroyed.” The…
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India's aviation industry—often paraded as a symbol of the country’s upward mobility and economic momentum—is now reeling under the weight of a tragedy that was as preventable as it was devastating. Air India Flight 171, a Boeing 787-8…
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While flashy influencers flaunt luxury lifestyles and crypto traders dominate social media feeds, a quiet financial revolution is underway in India’s middle class—one that’s far less visible but infinitely more impactful. According to a…
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Filmmaker and choreographer Farah Khan found herself in an unexpectedly playful—and slightly tense—moment when actor Ram Kapoor reportedly referred to her longtime cook, Dilip, as a “dhakkan” (a gentle jab meaning “clumsy” or “bumbling”).…
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Former Indian cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has taken a strategic step to legally secure his much-loved nickname, “Captain Cool”, by filing a trademark application through Rithi Sports Management Pvt Ltd. on June 5, 2023. This move…
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Tanding an imposing 1.95 m (6 ft 4 in) tall, 20-year-old Ayush Shetty has emerged as one of India's most exciting badminton prospects. He clinched his first senior BWF World Tour title by winning the US Open Super 300…
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The summer box office continues to deliver surprises, with the high-octane racing drama ‘F1’ roaring past expectations with a $144 million global opening, while horror sequel ‘M3GAN 2.0’ sputtered out of the gate, earning just $17 million…
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Bollywood actress Ileana D’Cruz, who has largely stepped away from the limelight in recent years, delighted fans with a deeply personal announcement this week. On June 28, she revealed the birth of her second child, a baby…
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Tanning is the skin’s natural defense mechanism against harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun. When exposed to sunlight, the skin produces more melanin—the pigment responsible for skin color—to protect itself from DNA damage. This…
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