Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's 1991 budget unshackled India's economy, significantly enhancing the economic prospects for hundreds of millions of Indians, first deputy managing director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Gita Gopinath said on Friday.
Biman Basu, the senior-most Marxist leader in the country, pays homage to a comrade he has known and admired since the 1980s.
Rishabh Pant feels the lure of the IPL is understandable but budding cricketers should always focus on playing for the country.
The West Bengal government has assured the Calcutta High Court that the law and order situation in violence-hit Murshidabad district is under control. The court was hearing a petition by the Leader of the Opposition, Suvendu Adhikari, who alleged bomb blasts during communal riots and sought an NIA investigation. The state government claims adequate steps have been taken to quell the violence, while the Centre has requested an extension of CAPF deployment in the district. The violence erupted during protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act in Murshidabad, displacing several families. The state government has reported that some families have returned to their homes.
Durga pujo celebrations continue, and this time, Alia Bhatt joins the Mukherjees at the the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal.
In a world where financial literacy is often overlooked, Soha Ali Khan shares the financial wisdom her parents taught her.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has defended her support for teachers who were dismissed following a Supreme Court verdict, accusing the BJP and CPI(M) of "hatching a conspiracy" to influence the ruling. She dared the BJP to arrest her for supporting the affected candidates, while asserting that her government will abide by the verdict but explore all legal options. The development has triggered political reactions with the BJP demanding Banerjee's resignation, while the CPI(M) expressed concern over the impact on the education system. Banerjee also criticized the BJP's handling of the Vyapam scam in Madhya Pradesh, drawing parallels to the school jobs scam in West Bengal.
'Some people tell me you're playing hard to get. But I'm not. It's the other way around.'
The TMC-led West Bengal government has already started laying the groundwork for the election, setting the tone with the recent Bengal Global Business Summit and the state Budget.
Sara visits a temple... Taapsee plays hide and seek... Malaika basks in the sun...
'Value index funds are most appropriate for long-term investors who can withstand deeper drawdowns.'
Veteran atomic scientist and former chairman of Atomic Energy Commission Dr Sekhar Basu succumbed to Covid-19 early on Thursday at a private hospital in Koklata, a health department official said. He breathed his last just three days after turning 68.
Alia in concert... Sunny gets a new family member... Shraddha asks about your Sunday...
As it meanders along The Mehta Boys can't decide what it wants to be -- a comedy, an emotional family drama or just a slice of life in the city, observes Deepa Gahlot.
'I always felt that Basu Chatterjee was a kind, gentle, man who truly believed that in directing films like Chhoti Si Baat, he was impacting our lives,' remembers Aseem Chhabra. 'He seemed to be on a mission to make us believe that the world could be a better place.'
From old favourites to brand new attractions, Sukanya Verma lists all the excitement OTT has laid out in its action-packed menu this week.
'The BJP lacks a credible mass leader who matches Mamata Banerjee's popularity.' 'Given the division of votes among Opposition parties, the West Bengal government's dole-giving strategy, and the consolidation of the poor, significant sections of scheduled caste groups and Muslim minorities behind the ruling party, it will be difficult to dislodge the Trinamool from power.'
Shahid's daughter turns 8... Sanjeeda is in Kathmandu...Patralekhaa goes pink...
Allu Arjun's biggest blockbuster, Satyajit Ray's story and Spidey's exciting new avatar, Sukanya Verma lists her recommendations on OTT this week.
Producer Ramesh Taurani's annual Diwali bash saw a lot of glamour and power couples in attendance.
Shanker Basu thus made a return to the RCB dugout after his successful stint with the national team ended with India's semi-final exit from this year's ICC ODI World Cup
The best way to start your week? Take a look at these cutest pictures of star kids on social media.
February has some promising original content streaming on OTT.
'If weak indicators persist, there is a risk that India could slip into a prolonged slowdown similar to the one experienced between 2014 and 2019,' warns Debashis Basu.
Diwali festivities with Bollywood stars and their little ones continue in full swing.
Shabana Azmi regards Basu Chatterjee as the true father of Middle Of The Road cinema.
Through history, the Mela has held different meanings for ascetics, the colonised, colonisers, and tourists, but all have been moved by its grandeur points out Atanu Biswas.
Two months after a junior doctor was brutally raped and killed, the doctors' protest in Kolkata rages on.
The actress is suffering from exhaustion and viral fever.
A style sweetheart, Shweta Basu Prasad doesn't need to try too hard to win you over.
Bollywood's divas have been giving us #FashionGoals for the Ganpati festival.
India's schedule on Day 8 of the Paris Paralympics on Thursday.
'A lot of people are famous. But for how long will you be there?' 'It changes after every three days of release, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.'
Film folk celebrate Father's Day by posting lovely moments with their dads as well as adorable moments with their children.
Priyanka takes a beach break... Sunny is red hot... Saif goes shirtless...
If growth reverts to the pre-Covid level, a lot of people may have to temper their rosy optimism, points out Debashis Basu.
The Independence Day holiday weekend is very popular amongst film-makers and film-goers.
Bollywood is celebrating Daughter's Day with beautiful pictures on social media.
