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Dussehra is set to take place on October 20 in the northern and western regions of India, while it will be celebrated a day later in the east on October 21. This discrepancy is due to the differing methods of determining Dashami tithi, influenced by sunrise and afternoon times. Rituals such as Shastra Puja—honoring weapons, … Read more
Noel cast the shift as a return to the founders’ purpose MUMBAI: Tata Trusts will put more weight on building institutions directly rather than only funding them, chairman Noel Tata said, as the charitable body’s differences with the Tata Sons board persist.In the Trusts’ FY26 annual report, Noel said the need was “not simply to … Read more
Michael Atherton, Nasser Hussain (Agency Image) The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has named a six-member commentary panel for the men’s ODI tri-series involving Pakistan, England and Sri Lanka, scheduled to be played from October 18 to 31, with prominent English commentators Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain missing from the line-up.The omission comes two months after … Read more
From social media rumours to reports of a wedding in Greece, Anirudh Ravichander and Kavya Maran’s relationship has kept fans curious. The music composer and Sunrisers Hyderabad CEO have largely kept their personal lives private, making every public appearance a talking point. Their marriage plans have put the spotlight on their journey once again, along … Read more
On October 18, the influence of the First Quarter Moon in Capricorn highlights the importance of cooperation. Individuals are encouraged to focus on joint efforts and practical planning instead of acting alone. While personal emotions might be steadier, communication with partners is crucial for resolving misunderstandings. It is advisable to finalize plans and confirm commitments; … Read more
Marco Rubio says US President studying impact of possible tariffs US President Donald Trump has waived key sanctions provisions under the Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, putting on hold proposed tariffs targeting major buyers of Russian oil and gas, including India and China.Rubio, explaining the decision on Saturday (local time), said that … Read more
Russia’s Daniil Medvedev reacts during play against Spain’s Rafael Jodar in the men’s singles semifinal match at the Shanghai Masters tennis tournament in Shanghai, China, Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Andy Wong) Daniil Medvedev threatened to quit his Shanghai Masters semi-final against Spanish teenager Rafael Jodar after a dispute over a replay.The Russian wanted officials … Read more
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are seemingly going in ‘different directions’: They are ‘trying to establish two distinct careers’. (Instagram) Following their shift to the UK after six years, it seems that Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are focusing on their individual careers and are going in ‘different directions.’ According to recent reports, the Duke … Read more
This week’s Chinese horoscope highlights the importance of harmonizing bold initiatives with practical strategies. It encourages individuals to seize the energetic Fire days for forging connections and pitching innovative concepts. Meanwhile, Earth days invite a focus on financial planning, the organization of responsibilities, and readying for seasonal transitions. Key dates remind everyone to finalize pending … Read more
Some mid-sized private lenders and public sector banks recorded an expansion in NIM MUMBAI: Private sector banks reported higher profits in the Sept-quarter despite the top three banks seeing pressure on net interest margins (NIM).The FCNR(B) deposits boosted the deposit growth rate to a decadal high and expanded balance sheets, but cost of deposits rose … Read more