Paying in rupees in Thailand soon? Imagine the possibility of using Indian rupees to tip at a beachside bar in Pattaya or a luxurious spa in Bangkok. This scenario could become a reality if India successfully negotiates a currency agreement with Thailand. The Indian government and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) are exploring the…
The highly anticipated reality show, Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) is all set to return with its 16th season, and the registration process is scheduled to kick off on the 26th of April. KBC, hosted by the legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan, has been a favorite among viewers for its engaging format and inspiring stories. The promo…
NEW DELHI: India on Tuesday has imposed fresh restrictions on the export of prohibited or restricted essential commodities to Maldives.According to the notification from the Director General of Foreign Trade, these commodities will only be permitted for export through four designated customs stations — Mundra Sea Port, Tuticorin Sea Port, Nhava Sheva Sea Port (JNPT),…
For a mere Rs 150 as the base airfare, you can embark on a 50-minute flight from Lilabari to Tezpur. This route is not an exception; numerous other flights offer base ticket prices below Rs 1,000. These flights operate under the regional air connectivity scheme of the government, which offers various incentives to airline operators.As…
NEW DELHI: Yoga guru Baba Ramdev on Tuesday once again issued an apology to the Supreme Court in connection with the Patanjali misleading advertisement case, assuring the court that such incidents will not occur in the future.During the proceedings, Ramdev and Patanjali Ayurved Ltd MD Balkrishna acknowledged their guilt in violating the court order. They…
Representative image GENEVA: Swiss watchmakers are increasingly turning their sights towards India thanks to a new free trade agreement that is due to gradually open the doors for luxury timepiece exports. While some brands are already in the starting blocks, others are waiting to see whether India will become a new land of plenty. “India…
NEW DELHI: Indian-American Congressman Shri Thanedar on Monday raised the issue of continuous attacks against Hindu temples across the United States and the growing fear of hate crimes among the community while interacting with members of the Hindu community.During his interaction with the community, the Congressman accused local law enforcement of not taking sufficient action…
NEW DELHI: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Sanjay Singh in a press conference on Tuesday said Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal who worked “like a son and a brother for the country” has sent a message from Tihar Jail. “My name is Arvind Kejriwal and I am not a terrorist,” Singh said. In the press briefing,…
In a recent incident, a 58-year-old resident of Kolkata lost Rs 20 lakh to an investment scam on WhatsApp. Initially enticed by a Facebook advertisement offering a complimentary online stock trading course, the victim was subsequently added to a WhatsApp group by the organisers. Following a period of establishing trust, he was directed to a…
EPFO revamp on the cards: The government is considering a ‘revamp’ of the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) to align with the broader vision of universal social security and to significantly improve service delivery.Some of the changes envisioned for the retirement fund body in the short, medium, and long term include restructuring of EPFO offices,…
