MUMBAI: A study of respondents across Gujarat and Rajasthan said wider financial access has not fully translated into financial maturity or household resilience, pointing to gaps in retirement planning, understanding of compound interest, and preparedness for financial shocks in the two states surveyed. The report, Financial Maturity Index: A Survey of Two States, was released…
Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt has come out in support of Alia Bhatt amid the online criticism surrounding the teaser of ‘Alpha’, the first female-led instalment in the YRF Spy Universe. Addressing the trolling directed at the actor, Vikram said Alia deserves encouragement for taking on a new challenge rather than being criticised for it.“Why is Alia…
RCB won the 2025 IPL trophy. Few teams in the Indian Premier League (IPL) have commanded as much attention and frustration as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). From their inception in 2008 as one of the most expensive franchises, RCB built a reputation on star power, loyal fan support and near misses. Owned initially by Vijay…
Saudi Arabia arrested 14,242 illegal residents in week-long crackdown, enforcing residency, labour and border laws/Image: Getty Images Saudi Arabia’s security forces have detained thousands of illegal residents in a nationwide crackdown, as authorities step up enforcement of residency, labour, and border regulations while warning of severe penalties for anyone offering assistance to violators. The Ministry…
In recent days, petrol and diesel prices have gone up by around Rs 7.5 per litre, increasing daily costs for consumers. This has once again sparked a familiar debate, are oil marketing companies (OMCs) making windfall gains amid the Middle East crisis?At the centre of this discussion is a headline number, a combined profit of…
Sonam Kapoor and Anand Ahuja, who are currently based in London with their two children are reportedly expanding their property portfolio in the UK. The couple, who had earlier made headlines for purchasing a lavish mansion in Notting Hill worth nearly Rs 270 crore, have now allegedly added another major real estate investment to their…
The day saw a vibrant mix of celebration, legal developments, production momentum, and release uncertainty shaping the buzz in South cinema. Colourful pre-wedding moments set social media abuzz, while a significant court order grabbed attention on the industry front. A fast-moving film shoot added to the excitement, even as the delay of a much-awaited project…
Director Laxman Utekar, fresh off ‘Chhaava’, has reportedly approached Hrithik Roshan for his next film, to be made after Shraddha Kapoor’s ‘Eetha’ (August 28). Hrithik, busy with ‘Krrish 4’, hasn’t responded yet. He’ll first appear in a cameo in Rajinikanth’s ‘Jailer 2’, releasing October 15. Riding high on the success of ‘Chhaava’, director Laxman Utekar…
Ahead of the NEET UG 2026 re-examination scheduled for June 21, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has told the Supreme Court that it has introduced major security and structural reforms after the paper leak controversy that led to the cancellation of the earlier exam.In an affidavit filed before the apex court, the NTA said the…
Top stocks to buy today (AI image) Stock market recommendations: Astra Microwave, and Shaily Engineering Plastics have been recommended by Motilal Oswal Wealth Management Research Desk as the top stocks to buy for the week starting June 1, 2026: Stock Name Rating CMP (Rs) Target (Rs) Upside (%) Astra Microwave Buy 1381 1580 14% Shaily…
