A survey by global digital travel company Booking.com highlights that health and safety concerns are the primary obstacles for foreign tourists planning a trip to India. The survey, conducted in August among 2,000 adults from 19 countries, revealed that 32% of respondents listed “getting sick” as their biggest worry, while 27% cited “safety and security”…
These six budget smartphones offer excellent performance and battery life, making them great options for first-time smartphone users or those seeking affordable devices. In recent years, budget smartphones have improved significantly, offering features like 5G connectivity and solid overall performance for under Rs 12,000. Here are six smartphones that stand out for their user experience…
Gauri Khan and Shah Rukh Khan have been married for nearly 33 years, tying the knot in 1991 when they were 21 and 26, respectively. Their interfaith marriage, with Gauri being Hindu and Shah Rukh being Muslim, has often sparked discussions, particularly around Gauri’s decision not to convert to Islam. Despite the challenges they faced…
The Indian alcoholic beverage (alcobev) industry is expected to see a revenue growth of 8-10% in FY2025, driven by a revival in the consumption of spirits, according to a report by the rating agency ICRA. This growth will be supported by the premiumisation trend and price hikes granted by some state governments in the current…
The newly-built Shrimant Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium in Gwalior, currently with a capacity of 30,000, is poised to expand to 55,000 in the future. Situated on the outskirts of the city, the stadium, which took seven years to complete, will make its international debut by hosting the first T20 match between India and Bangladesh. Gwalior’s…
NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory has identified five asteroids—2024 SY5, 2024 RJ32, 2024 SL3, 2024 SZ1, and 2023 GM1—heading towards Earth. Although none pose a risk of impact, their close approaches offer scientists a unique opportunity to study near-Earth objects and learn more about the origins of the Universe. The first asteroid, 2024 SY5, is about…
Gayatri, the 38-year-old daughter of veteran Telugu actor Rajendra Prasad, passed away due to a cardiac stroke on October 5. She was admitted to AIG Hospitals in Hyderabad, where she tragically passed in the early hours. The Telugu film industry came together to mourn her loss. Jr NTR, currently starring in Devara, expressed his grief…
IndiGo, India’s largest airline, is experiencing long queues and crowded counters at airports due to a network-wide technical glitch. The issue, described by the airline as a “temporary system slowdown,” has impacted both check-in processes and the airline’s website and booking system. In an advisory, IndiGo acknowledged the problem and assured passengers it is working…
Anjali Merchant Majithia, sister of the newlywed Radhika Merchant, recently shared insights about her upbringing in a business-oriented family during a panel discussion organized by Entrepreneur India. Majithia, a director at Encore Healthcare, a family-owned pharmaceutical company, described how being part of the business community and contributing to family and country were values instilled in…
