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Keep my outfit out of it | Why Indian politicians prefer not to talk fashion

A fashion editor’s alter ego questions why there’s no documentation of the personal style statements of politicians — from Nirmala Sitharaman’s curated handlooms to Jyotiraditya Scindia’s Nepali cap




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Mumbai| The Wedding Collective promises the A to Z of the wedding planning experience, under one roof

A three day exhibition, The Wedding Collective brings together over 100 different brands in fashion, jewellery, gifting, wedding design and more at the Jio World Convention Centre from August 23 to 25



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Aavaran’s dabu-printed apparel meets Devi’s silver jewellery at this pop-up at Chamiers

Shop dabu-printed apparel, upcycled decor, and natural stone jewellery at this ongoing pop-up in the city




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In Srikakulam, how jamdani weaving provides employment for a group of women

How a jamdani weaving cluster in Srikakulam, established by Hyderabad-based textile designer Gaurang Shah, is helping women learn the heritage craft and weave heirloom-worthy saris




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Shop for handlooms and handcrafted products at this pop-up in Chennai

The second edition of Sondham features trendy koodais, handloom saris, and contemporary silhouettes in cotton




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A Hyderabad firm helps design lifestyle products from water hyacinth fibres

Hyderabad-based Creative Bee trained rural women in Tuticorin to design lifestyle products using water hyacinth fibres. Another training programme in Bihar is in the offing




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Anavila Misra’s collection Payanam previewed in Chennai

A talk by photographer Bharath Ramamrutham about how architecture has had an impact on fashion over the ages, was a prelude to the exhibition




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Let silence prevail

Noise pollution in residences, commercial establishments and corporate offices has become an intense stress factor. Are designers ready to tackle this issue? A look by Nandhini Sundar




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Approvals for high-rises

G. Shyam Sundar lists mandatory norms for constructing multi-storeyed buildings in Tamil Nadu




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Ceramist Rahul Kumar’s installations in his new show are a deviation from his previous experiments with clay

Ceramic artist Rahul Kumar’s tenth solo exhibition, The Untold Resides Somewhere, is a labyrinth of emotive, lexical and metaphorical expressions for “preserving the discarded”



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Political Line | Inspector Praveen, inspired by The New York Times

The Delhi police FIR and NYT reporting on foreign influence operations share the same outlook




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Budget 2024: Prudent as expected with promise of bigger things

The government stuck to the theme as it raised the capex outlay for the coming financial year to Rs.11.11 lakh crore, an increase of 11%




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Budget 2024 | The pace of fiscal consolidation took everyone by surprise

‘The underlying theme was clearly fiscal consolidation with an ability to maintain the infrastructure spends at the existing run rate’




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Political Line | Glories of our past — two notions that shape our present




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When Belgian policemen become Catholic priests 

There exists a literary practice where old favourites are given fresh adventures by later writers. These are mostly well written, and respect the backstories the original authors gave their characters




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Improving the language of biodiversity conservation

Engaging with vernacular diversity is a practical way to convey biodiversity concerns and values. It also helps to understand the plural ways in which communities value nature. June 5 is World Environment Day




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Column | Record of a princely wedding

 In the pages of a 114-year-old album, a photographer discovers what’s missing from documentation today




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‘The victim of crime is treated as a mere witness in the prosecution of the offence’

In order to provide the much needed relief to the victims of crime, it is essential that the focus of criminal justice system shifts from being accused-centric to victim-centric




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Bhanupriya Rao and the inner lives of women

The founder of BehanBox has a perennial source of inspiration




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Nifty Prediction Today – November 12, 2024: Can be range bound. Stay out of the market

Nifty 50 November Futures contract can trade in a range of 24,100-24,500




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Bank Nifty Prediction Today – November 12, 2024: Bearish. Go short now and on a rise

Bank Nifty November Futures can fall to 51,500 and even 51,250




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Bajaj Allianz Life sees 23% growth in gross written premium, expands market share

Bajaj Allianz Life focused on making life insurance accessible to all, says MD & CEO Tarun Chugh; special emphasis on Tier 2 and 3 markets



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Low-pressure area forms over Bay, draws in clouds over many parts of south-east peninsula 

Isolated heavy rain may break out over Tamil Nadu until Saturday, and for five days over Kerala & Mahe




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Reliance Industries to invest ₹65,000 crore in Andhra Pradesh biogas venture

This is the largest clean energy investment by Reliance Energy in India outside of Gujarat




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Social Alpha launches programme to support 10 agri start-ups 

Social Alpha to support innovations in precision farming, soil and water management, farm mechanization, post-harvest management, and animal husbandry They need to address critical challenges smallholder farmers face




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The hidden cost of your daily roti: The wheat price crisis | Trending Commodity Picks | Ep 19




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₹1,800 crore plan to connect Ahmedabad airport with metro services sent for Centre’s approval

A final proposal has been sent to the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs and a sanction is pending: GMRC official




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Subdued blenders demand hit tea prices in Coonoor auctions

The sales percentage in leaf was only 47 per cent out of the offered quantity of 25,83,350 kg, while in dust, it was 53 per cent out of the offered quantity of 6,14,625 kg




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Asset-light approach: EV start-ups turn to micro-factories to cut costs, enhance flexibility

Micro-factories are closer to the market, require less capital investment, and are faster to set up




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India’s path to a $70-billion gaming industry: GDAI President

Sridhar Muppidi, President of the Game Developers Association of India discusses gaming industry landscape, its potential, and challenges




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AI-Vistara merger: Air India’s international footprint to expand beyond 40 destinations

Accordingly, the merger will strengthen the airline’s presence on critical long-haul routes and open new destinations like Bali and Mauritius




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Public sector banks’ net profit surged 26% in April-Sept period

Public sector banks in India see 26% growth in net profit, reflecting financial health and technological advancements



  • Money & Banking

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Hyundai profits slip in Q2 & H1 on weak domestic demand, geopolitical tensions

Net profit skids 15.5 per cent to ₹1,375.5 crore in the September quarter; domestic sales drop 5.8% to 149,639 units in the quarter under review




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Govt working to improve R&D in drone sector for Indian IP creation: Rajnath Singh

The Centre is committed to creating an ‘Adaptive Defence’ in the country to counter challenges posed by the fast-changing world, says Defence Minister




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Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages net profit soars in FY24, revenues up 10 per cent

As part of this strategy, it divested company-owned bottling operations to independent bottlers in Rajasthan, Bihar, parts of West Bengal and North East during FY24




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Jai Balaji Industries’ net profit down 24%, shares to split 1:5

The Board approved splitting of each equity share of face value of Rs 10 each into 5 equity shares of face value of Rs 2 each




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3M India reports 8% dip in Q2 profit at ₹134 crore, hit by rising costs

Company’s revenue experienced a 7 per cent increase to ₹1,111 crore




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Eveready Industries consolidated profit jumps 16% for Q2FY25

The company’s revenue remained flat at Rs ₹362.61 crore for the quarter under review as against Rs ₹364.89 crore for the corresponding period last fiscal, according to a stock exchange filing




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Constitutional clarity on property rights

The recent Supreme Court ruling, strengthening individual property rights and limiting arbitrary State acquisition, is progressive




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Do MSPs cover cost of production?

Crop costs. They do not seem to factor in climate risk, input costs and factor costs adequately




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NFRA Board approves revamp proposals on 40 auditing standards

Also approves revised SA600 despite ICAI concerns; NFRA also okays revised auditing standard on ‘Joint Audits’




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National Insurance Company’s Q2 net profit jumps 80%

The India’s oldest general insurance company said that health insurance continued to be the major premium earner comprising about 45 per cent of the total product portfolio



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Razorpay launches venture investment program to support early-stage B2B startups

Aimed at startups, the program will offer tech integration, market access, and personalized mentorship




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Apple maintains prices on new iPhones despite inflation

New iPhone14 models to boast better cameras, faster processors and a longer lasting battery




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Lenovo Tab P12 Pro Review: Work in ‘Pro’gress

A tablet with noteworthy specs, but not without its share of imperfections




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Apple may move a quarter of iPhone production to India by 2025: JP Morgan

25 per cent of all Apple products, including Mac, iPad, Apple Watch and AirPods, to be manufactured outside China by 2025



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Google Pixel 7 & Pixel 7 Pro open for pre-orders in India

Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro can be pre-ordered for ₹59,999 and ₹84,999 respectively in India




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Apple cuts production of iPhone 14 Plus: Report

The company is re-evaluating demand for the mid-range model, the report said




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Union Minister speaks to Apple after reports of iPhone 14 Pro running out of stock

Apple is addressing the surge in demand and supply constraints, Rajeev Chandrasekhar tweeted 



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Nothing Phone (1): Improved camera, 5G support and ARCore with latest OS version

Nothing Phone (1) and Reliance has already collaborated on Jio True 5G support