NEW DELHI: In a U-turn, the civil aviation ministry Thursday put on hold its directive for airlines to offer at least 60% seats free of charge. Under intense cost side pressure since the Iran war began, airlines had warned this move to curb ancillary revenue will lead to additional fare hikes.The aviation ministry had on…
Films like ‘Dil Chahta Hai’, ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’ have their own cult status and over the years, it’s one of the most loved movies of Hindi cinema. Infact, Farhan Akhtar‘s ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ changed the wave in Hindi cinema as before that one hadn’t seen cinema of this genre extensively. Despite the fact that…
In a move aimed at shielding passengers from sharp airfare surges, the government has capped monthly increases in aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices for domestic flights at 25%, according to Reuters.The decision comes amid volatility in global energy markets linked to the ongoing Iran crisis, which has pushed up fuel costs and added pressure on…
As Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar: The Revenge continues its strong run, Bimal Oberoi has opened up about his experience working with Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna and director Aditya Dhar — while also shedding light on the emotional Hamza–Shirani dynamic that struck a chord with audiences. As Aditya Dhar‘s Dhurandhar: The Revenge continues its strong run, Bimal…
The government has introduced a series of measures to support exporters facing disruptions from the ongoing Gulf conflict, with key sectors such as gems and jewellery, rice and pharmaceuticals under pressure, PTI reported.At an inter-ministerial briefing, Director General of Foreign Trade Lav Aggarwal said the commerce ministry is working with insurers and banks to address…
Ranveer Singh starrer Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge continues to enjoy a stellar run at the box office, with the film crossing the Rs 919 crore mark within just two weeks of its release on March 19. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the action drama has not only struck a chord with audiences but also earned praise…
The Host Recent polling finds that health costs are a top worry for much of the American public, while Republicans in Congress are considering still more cuts to federal health spending on programs such as Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court ruled that Colorado cannot ban mental health professionals from using…
The average long-term US mortgage rate has climbed for the fifth consecutive week, reaching its highest level in nearly seven months and adding to affordability challenges for homebuyers during the crucial spring housing season, according to AP.The benchmark 30-year fixed mortgage rate rose to 6.46% from 6.38% last week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said. A…
The launch of Ramayana in New York instead of India has sparked debate among fans, but producer Namit Malhotra has now responded, urging audiences to avoid drawing comparisons. He also responded to fans questioning the absence of a Hanuman reveal on Hanuman Jayanti. “We will show you the entire Ramayana if it was ready,” he…
The Reserve Bank of India has allowed both residents and non-residents to exchange Indian rupee notes at foreign exchange counters located in departure halls of international airports beyond immigration or customs checkpoints, according to PTI. Earlier, such counters were permitted only to buy Indian rupees from non-residents and sell foreign currency to them. “On a…