Varun Dhawan reveals the name of his daughter as ‘Lara’ on Kaun Banega Crorepati. The actor says he’s elated this Diwali with Goddess Lakshmi arriving at his house. Varun will be seen next in ‘Citadel’ alongside Samantha Ruth Prabhu.
The US economy showed strong growth in Q3, driven by increased household spending and higher federal defense expenditure. Inflation-adjusted GDP grew at an annual rate of 2.8%, with consumer spending rising 3.7%. These figures reflect solid domestic demand as the Federal Reserve eases its stringent monetary policies, just ahead of the upcoming election.
French IT services company Capgemini’s revenue declined by 1.6% in constant currency for the quarter ending September, bringing total revenue to 5.4 billion euros. The company revised its annual revenue estimate to a decline of 2% to 2.4%, and adjusted its margin guidance to 13.3-13.4%.
Rajinikanth’s action drama film ‘Vettaiyan’ has made Rs 251.1 crores worldwide in 21 days. The film, featuring Amitabh Bachchan and Fahadh Faasil, received mixed reviews. The India Net collections stand at Rs 146.28 crores, with Tamil Nadu contributing Rs 123.52 crores. The movie includes a notable performance by Fahadh Faasil and a rousing background...
UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced a 40 billion pound tax hike, the largest in 30 years, to address a fiscal shortfall left by the previous government. Measures include increasing the national insurance payroll tax and freezing fuel duty. Borrowing will be ramped up to invest in public services.
Growth in India’s core sector rebounded in September with significant contributions from cement and electricity. The sector grew by 2%, recovering from August’s 1.6% contraction. Cement production hit a six-month high. Data also indicated a narrowed fiscal deficit supported by robust tax revenues and RBI’s dividend payment.
Amal Neerad’s thriller ‘Bougainvillea’ has been slow at the box office, grossing Rs 35.5 crores worldwide in 14 days. In India, the film made an Rs 16.77 crores net collection, while its overseas collection stood at Rs 16.5 crores. The Malayalam box office collections amounted to Rs 26 lakhs on day 14. The film...