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Mumbai’s Design POV | From bachelor pad to disco bar

A claim to set itself apart in a sea of design-centric events was a tall order. In how many different ways could decor and product brands showcase their products?  Last month, I walked into Design POV — a new design event debuting in Mumbai that positioned itself as not just another exhibition but as a […]

Sweeping rate cuts on table at next GST Council meet

NEW DELHI: The GST Council, which will meet shortly, is expected to comprehensively review the eight-year-old regime focused on reducing tax on several consumer-focused items in the 12% bracket as well as lowering the burden on items such as air conditioners, which are in the top bracket.Besides, with the compensation cess – money released to […]

Glass house farms row: Over 200 immigrants arrested in California’s marijuana farms

Camarillo, California on Thursday (AP) Federal immigration officials said Friday that approximately 200 people suspected of being in the US illegally were arrested during raids on two marijuana farms in California. The operations, which took place on Thursday in Carpinteria and Camarillo, led to a tense standoff between protesters and authorities at one of the […]

UAE Golden Visa: No property or investment needed, how you can simply qualify by volunteering | World News

You can now qualify for the UAE’s Golden Visa without investing in property or business, just show a strong track record of volunteering or humanitarian work/ Image composite: WAM, FIle The UAE’s Golden Visa now covers humanitarian workers and volunteers. It offers 5- or 10-year residency without needing a sponsor. Applicants must prove significant involvement […]

Kolkata offers tribute to cinema legend Guru Dutt, with screenings of his masterpieces and lectures

Prof. Ira BHASKAR, former dean, school of arts & aesthetics JNU, sharing some moments on the birth centenary of legendary actor Guru Dutt on 11th July 2025 in Kolkata. | Photo Credit: DEBASISH BHADURI Kolkata is offering tribute to cinema legend Guru Dutt, with screenings of his restored masterpieces and lectures. The Kolkata Centre for Creativity […]

Asian Champion Avinash Sable fails to finish race at Monaco Diamond League

Asian Champion Avinash Sable didn’t have an evening to remember on Friday, July 11, as the Indian steeplechase runner failed to finish his race at the Monaco Diamond League. Sable was hoping for a top-5 finish at the event but failed to reach the finish line after sustaining an injury following a pretty nasty fall […]

Who is FBI’s Dan Bongino whose resignation possibility over Epstein case shakes up MAGA world?

FBI deputy director Dan Bongino mulls resignation over Epstein mess. FBI deputy director Dan Bongino told people close to him that he was considering resigning after he had a major clash with Attorney General Pam Bondi over the Epstein case, CNN reported. The DOJ and the FBI jointly issued a memo this week closing the […]