The Uttarakhand government launches the House of Himalayas (HoH) to promote authentic, handcrafted products, empowering local artisans and producers. Initiated during the Uttarakhand Global Investor Summit 2023, HoH aims to uplift rural communities, offering high-quality goods and partnering with e-commerce platforms for global reach.
Read MoreDelhi Police has intensified its investigation into hoax bomb threats targeting multiple flights, registering an FIR and seeking help from social media platforms to track down the culprits. Eight incidents at IGI Airport this month were confirmed as hoaxes after thorough verification. Legal action is being taken to ensure passenger safety and airport security.
Read MoreMegha Sharma of Pandya Stores has three tattoos: an infinity symbol with flying birds linked to the Bhagavad Gita, a daisy symbolizing innocence, and the sun, moon, and lavender representing birth star, balance, and spreading happiness. Each tattoo holds spiritual or astrological significance for her.
Read MoreCaptain Renu Tanwar’s last wish to be cremated with her husband Flight Lieutenant Deen Dayal Deep couldn’t be fulfilled due to family disagreements, with their bodies sent to Rajasthan and Agra respectively. Both allegedly died by suicide, prompting an IAF investigation, though no police complaints have been filed yet.
Read MoreTamil Nadu enter their match against Delhi following a dominant win over Saurashtra but will miss captain Sai Kishore who is on duty for India ‘A’. Washington Sundar’s participation adds a challenge for Delhi, who will miss Ayush Badoni for the game. The performances of Yash Dhull and Navdeep Saini will be closely watched.
Read MoreRBI orders four NBFCs, including Asirvad Micro Finance, Arohan Financial Services, DMI Finance, and Navi Finserv, to cease loan disbursals due to regulatory violations related to excessive pricing and improper borrower assessment. The restrictions, effective Oct 21, will be reviewed once corrective measures are taken.
Read MoreCentral France experienced severe flooding on Thursday due to torrential rains, resulting in the closure of roads and railways. Services between Lyon and Saint-Etienne were halted, and several local routes were shut down. Residents in the Rhone and Loire regions were cautioned against crossing flooded areas.
Read MoreAmerican retailer Foot Locker is expanding into India, viewing it as a key growth market. The company has partnered with Metro Brands for store operations and Nykaa Fashion for its online presence. Foot Locker aims to capitalize on India’s growing sneaker culture, particularly among Gen Zs, office goers, and socialites.
Read MoreShah Rukh Khan says people are very sensitive today and one doesn’t know what really disturbs whom. Hence, he refrains from saying anything most times despite having an innate sense of humor, as people do not understand his humour. SRK also talks about how doing comedy on-screen is quite difficult!
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