Bank holiday on August 19 If you are planning a bank visit on Wednesday, August 19, you may want to check your state’s holiday calendar first. Banks in Tripura will remain closed tomorrow to mark the birthday of Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya Bahadur.The holiday, however, is not applicable to banks across India. Bank holidays…
Vijay Varma SUBTLY HITS BACK after Dolly Singh calls him ‘Nation’s biggest red flag’ on stage at IFFM 2026 Vijay Varma found himself in an awkward yet funny moment at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2026 when content creator Dolly Singh jokingly called him the “nation’s biggest red flag” on stage. The actor…
Indian currency notes. Photo credit: Reuters MUMBAI: The US banknote, the most ubiquitous currency in the world used in everything from drug deals to legally accepted tender in multiple countries, falls short of the rupee when it comes to circulation numbers. RBI deputy governor Shirish Chandra Murmu said there are three times as many rupee…
Isha Koppikar has hit back at being labelled an “andhbhakt,” clarifying that her allegiance lies not with any political party but with India itself. In her response, the actress recently stressed her sense of patriotism and national pride, adding that her focus remains on contributing to the country’s progress. Isha Koppikar hits back at ‘andhbhakt’…
It had been a rough few months. Cynthia Tompkins was hospitalized in May for osteomyelitis — a bone infection — then spent six weeks in a rehabilitation facility. “It was a struggle,” she said. “I didn’t bounce back too well.” Tompkins returned to her home in San Diego, but she was still taking antibiotics, along…
For Indian ships, the Arctic route could reduce the sailing distance by as much as 40%. (Image for representative purpose) In an important move, India may look to send its first cargo ship via the Northern Sea Route (NSR) to Russia next year. Russia’s Arkhangelsk region has held discussions with New Delhi on ways to…
Kangana Ranaut seeks spiritual refuge; visits Shree Shiddhivinayak and Mumba Devi temples in Mumbai.(Image Credit: Instagram) On Tuesday, in the auspicious month of Saavan, Kangana Ranaut visited Shree Siddhivinayak and Mumba Devi temples. Despite her tightly packed schedule, the actor and politician has been seen taking time out to seek spiritual refuge and visit revered…
India exported around $380 million worth of quartz surface products to the US in FY26. As the Donald Trump administration continues to find ways to impose tariffs, India has approached the World Trade Organization (WTO) seeking consultations with the US over Washington’s tariff-rate quota on imports of quartz surface products. The measure took effect on…
Radhika Sarathkumar has been able to create an impressive identity for herself throughout her career in Tamil films and television. This time too, the actress’s comeback through the movie ‘Vishwanath And Sons’ has made headlines again. Additionally, information regarding her net worth and assets has gained popularity. Radhika Sarathkumar’s Rs 53.45 crore assets According to…
Spot gold is expected to trade with a positive bias in the short run on reduced rate hike possibility. Gold price prediction today: Gold prices are likely to trade with a positive bias in the near-term and buying on dips is the recommended strategy, says Praveen Singh, Head Currencies and Commodities, Mirae Asset ShareKhan. Gold…