As many as 15,000-20,000 frontline retail jobs have reportedly been rationalised, with further cuts feared.
The crispy home-made snack goes well with a hot cup of chaaya, kaapi or kattan or black tea/coffee, says Divya Nair.
Indian airlines are increasingly focusing on developing in-house maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) capabilities to support their rapidly expanding fleets and reduce reliance on overseas facilities. This strategic shift is driven by market growth projections, with India's MRO market expected to triple to USD 9.5 billion by 2035, and recent geopolitical challenges highlighting the need for domestic capacity.
Financial independence begins not only with earning or investing more but also with knowing what one owns, understanding where one's money is held and taking responsibility for managing it.
Modern batters are scoring faster and hitting more boundaries, but are they losing control? India's struggles in Wellington have revived the debate over T20 cricket's influence on ODI batting.
The Indian cricket team faces a significant challenge in their upcoming five-match ODI series against New Zealand, with a largely inexperienced bowling attack featuring Gurnoor Brar, Anshul Kamboj, Auqib Nabi, and Yash Thakur, who collectively have played only 11 ODIs.
Abhishek Sharma praised Sanju Samson for giving up his batting position for teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the third T20 International against New Zealand. Sooryavanshi, promoted to open, scored 45 off 19 balls, partnering with Abhishek who hit 113. Samson's selfless act highlighted team spirit, while Sooryavanshi also shared a humorous take on Abhishek's explosive innings.
Indian wrestlers Tanu Sharma and Neelam Sirohi, who secured bronze and silver respectively at the Senior World Wrestling Championships in Astana, Kazakhstan, share their experiences, challenges, and future aspirations. Tanu discusses overcoming injuries and her dream of representing India, while Neelam reflects on years of perseverance and her goal for Olympic qualification. Both athletes were warmly welcomed upon their return to India.
Buying a mature rocket technology gives companies the designs and hardware know-how, but not necessarily the decades of engineering wisdom needed to make it work.
Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar announced the government's commitment to making the yellow and red Kannada flag the official state flag. He stated that a legal framework would be introduced to allow it to be flown alongside the national flag on government buildings. The matter will be discussed during the winter session of the Legislature in Belagavi. Shivakumar also highlighted the importance of preserving Kannada language and culture, outlining initiatives to strengthen public education and promote the language.
Nayanthara's divine powers cannot save Mookuthi Amman 2 from its screenplay that feels as outdated as its idea of comedy.
'The priority of the government should be to use agricultural production for human beings first, and only after that for biofuel and such things.'
There is a heartbreaking sincerity in the way Sumo Didi presents its protagonist and her story of courage. But there's a fine line between a sincere underdog story and a banal one, and the film never quite finds it, notes Mayur Sanap.
A shuddh desi epic told through the eyes of a Hollywood blockbuster -- the first instalment of Nitesh Tiwari's 195 minutes long yarn has more action than emotion on its mind, notes Sukanya Verma.
Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu has called for continued institutional support for Indian badminton players, highlighting the significant financial challenges faced by younger shuttlers without sponsors. She pointed out the vast disparity in prize money between tennis and badminton, despite similar high expenses for international competitions. Sindhu's comments come after she and Lakshya Sen had to self-fund their recent European tour, prompting a discussion on investment in India's sporting future.
Manisha Bhanwala became India's first woman wrestling world champion, dedicating her historic gold medal victory to her late father, Suresh, whose dream it was for her to achieve this feat. Her journey was marked by personal tragedy and immense resilience, culminating in a powerful display of dedication.
Congress leader Sonia Gandhi, in her upcoming memoir "Belonging: A Journey of Love," states that her mother-in-law, former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, considered the decision to impose the Emergency a mistake and eventually came to feel the same. Gandhi also suggests that keeping Sanjay Gandhi "in check" could have prevented much of the subsequent damage. She reveals family divisions over the decision, with Rajiv Gandhi opposing it and Sanjay Gandhi pushing for it. Sonia Gandhi further notes that Indira Gandhi later publicly expressed regret for the excesses during that period.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched a strong counterattack against the INDIA bloc's 'vote chori' allegations, challenging Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to a special Parliament session debate on EVMs and infiltrators. Shah dismissed the INDIA bloc's rally as a "save infiltrator" event, questioning Congress's wins if EVMs are faulty and asserting the BJP's commitment to removing all infiltrators from electoral rolls.
It is too early to judge whether the CJP will become a consequential political movement or remain a moment of protest. Its significance will depend less on the size of crowds or the reach of online campaigns than on what follows when the initial excitement subsides, notes Manoj Mohanka.
Elena Rybakina defeated Naomi Osaka 6-1, 6-4 to reach the quarter-finals of the US Open, moving closer to her third Grand Slam title and potentially the world number one ranking.
Indian opener Abhishek Sharma has become the world No. 1 batter in T20 Internationals, according to the latest ICC rankings.
Meitei and Naga groups held massive rallies in Manipur, demanding protection for indigenous people and the abrogation of the Suspension of Operations (SoO) agreement with militant groups. The protests follow recent militant ambushes and highlight concerns over non-compliance with the SoO pact amidst ongoing ethnic violence in the state.
The BJP is increasingly integrating its digital outreach with on-ground mobilisation, using social media attacks, political songs, marches, rallies, and public meetings to amplify its political messaging and counter opposition narratives. This evolving strategy, exemplified by the 'Loktantra Bachao, Arajakta Hatao' campaign, aims to take political contests beyond online platforms to streets and campuses, especially in response to the INDIA bloc's recent rally and accusations against the Election Commission.
'This creates a lot of uncertainty. I am not sure if I want to be here, but then a lot of this now depends on my company.'
'If the temperature remains very high, which is likely to be the case because of El Nino, it may lead to a shortfall in wheat production.' 'If that happens, we will be in a very, very difficult situation as far as food security is concerned.'
'He fell in the kitchen last night and sustained a head injury. Unfortunately, he passed away.'
Ladakh can be as tiring as it is fascinating -- it's not just the high altitude that takes the breath away, but the beauty in every turn of the road.
Mahieka Sharma penned a heartfelt note for Hardik Pandya's 33rd birthday, detailing his journey from a struggling young cricketer in Baroda to one of India's leading all-rounders, highlighting his early struggles, unexpected turn to bowling, and unwavering work ethic.
'The shooters have no idea who hired them, who their target is until the last moment and have little idea of being used as utility and disposable items.'
India-born urban planner Nithya Raman, who made history by unseating incumbent Karen Bass in the Los Angeles mayoral election, developed her political philosophy through grassroots activism in Chennai. From 2010 to 2013, she led Transparent Chennai, mapping public sanitation, advocating for waste pickers, and opposing slum evictions, using data-driven approaches that later informed her successful mayoral campaign focused on housing affordability and homelessness. She is set to take office on December 14, 2026, as the first Indian-American and South Asian mayor of Los Angeles.
Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has warned that relegation is a 'real possibility' for the club, citing the Premier League's strength, after their recent 2-0 loss to Chelsea left them just one spot above the drop zone. United are currently 17th with seven points from nine games and are on their longest winless run since 1984.
'Before the Tiger Shroff incident, the gang announced that it had 70,000 shooters. Why say that? Because you want to give a message to the people who are likely to be extorted.'
Perhaps we spend too much time planning how to become financially free and too little asking what we want to be free for, notes Harsh Roongta.
Elena Rybakina crushed Leylah Fernandez 6-2, 6-2 to retain the Ningbo Open crown, claim her first title as world number one and strengthen her year-end ranking bid.
Info Edge (India) Ltd, the parent company of Naukri.com, is undergoing a significant leadership change as founder Sanjeev Bikhchandani prepares to return as managing director and group chief executive officer. This transition follows Hitesh Oberoi's decision to step down from his executive roles after nearly 27 years with the company, though he will remain on the board as a non-executive, non-independent director.
Following the US midterm elections where Democrats gained control of both the House and Senate, former President Donald Trump has asserted his intention to use his 'Veto' power against what he calls 'insane' legislative proposals from Congress, signalling a period of divided government.
From personal stories of love, marriage and fatherhood to Ranbir Kapoor and Amitabh Bachchan sharing their fondest Diwali memories from childhood, there were plenty of heartwarming, candid moments on the special Ramayana episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati.
India's AI startups have the money to run their models, but a shortage of GPUs is delaying projects, increasing costs and limiting growth.
'In the past, when the Indian markets have been flat for two years, the next year's returns have ranged between 5 per cent and 55 per cent.'
Kenyan Sheila Chepkirui and Sweden's Andreas Almgren claimed victory in the women's and men's races, respectively, at the New York City Marathon on Sunday. Chepkirui reclaimed her title, while Almgren made a stunning debut, with both races featuring dramatic finishes and strong performances.
