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Paresh Rawal regrets calling Anupama Chopra ‘Miss Irrelevant’ over her ‘Dhurandhar’ review

Paresh Rawal, the acclaimed veteran actor, has expressed regret over his social media jab aimed at Anupama Chopra’s critique of his film Dhurandhar. While he still holds a differing opinion on her review, he acknowledges that his reaction was inappropriate. Emphasizing the need for constructive criticism, Rawal also condemned the abusive messages sent to Chopra

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Rising cost fuels rush for refurbished devices

India’s refurbished device market is set to significantly outperform new ones this year. Soaring memory costs are pushing up prices and driving consumers toward certified pre-owned alternatives. Leading brands are strengthening their official refurbished programs as the secondary market becomes mainstream. Refurbished smartphone shipments are expected to grow about twelve percent in 2026. The refurbished

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Ficci chief Anant Goenka: It’s for industry to take advantage of FTAs

Economic momentum sustains as oil prices moderate and trade deals offer new opportunities. Corporate sector performance shows robust demand, with automotive and banking sectors leading growth. Manufacturing faces margin stress due to inventory, while IT remains under pressure. Industry is preparing for increased demand, with capacity additions planned after reaching utilization levels. Concerns about Chinese

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35 years on, 103-yr-old woman wins legal battle for plot of land

Habiban Khatoon, aged 103, finally received justice after a 35-year legal battle. Her eldest son purchased land in her name, but a cousin took possession. She filed a title suit in 1994, facing appeals up to the High Court. After years of proceedings and delays, she regained possession of her land. The long legal fight

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India-UK trade deal: British cars get cheaper but Scotch has to wait

British car prices are decreasing as the India-UK CETA agreement begins implementation. Imported Scotch and Indian whiskies will see price reductions after state excise clearances. Car manufacturers like JLR and McLaren have already announced significant price cuts on their vehicles. Alcohol taxes remain high, impacting the extent of price reductions for consumers. Companies will decide

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Patna high court ruling on groping draws criticism from top court

The Supreme Court expressed serious concern over a Patna High Court order. This order stated that removing a woman’s salwar did not constitute attempted rape. The apex court emphasized judges must research and follow its previous rulings. It directed all courts to adhere to judicial sensitivity guidelines. States will issue instructions to police stations regarding

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Argentina risk FIFA punishment after Falkland Islands banner during England win celebrations

Argentina may face FIFA disciplinary action after displaying a Falklands sovereignty banner. The team celebrated a World Cup semi-final victory over England with the controversial message. This political display follows a similar incident for which Argentina was previously fined. Argentina’s vice-president supported the players’ actions on social media platforms. The team now prepares for the

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June jobless rate remains at 5.5%, but women find it hard to get work

The national unemployment rate remained steady at five point five percent in June. Women experienced a rise in joblessness, reaching five point nine percent. Meanwhile, the jobless rate for men saw a slight decrease to five point three percent. Female labor force participation declined for the fourth consecutive month. This drop was largely due to

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ILO: 100 crore covered under social security

India’s social protection system now reaches 100 crore people, covering over two-thirds of its population. This significant expansion reflects the government’s commitment to inclusive development and social welfare initiatives. The International Labour Organisation director general highlighted this achievement during a Brics meeting. Social protection coverage has grown substantially from 25 crore citizens in 2015 to

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