Author: Senjuti Bhattacharya

Shopping for wedding attire is an exciting part of wedding planning, but making rushed or poorly considered choices can lead to unnecessary stress and unexpected expenses. From starting the search too late to overlooking comfort and alterations, couples can avoid many common problems with a little advance planning. One of the biggest mistakes is waiting too long to begin shopping. Bridal gowns, customized outfits, and tailored suits can require months for ordering, fittings, and alterations. Starting early gives couples more time to explore different styles, compare options, and make adjustments without the pressure of an approaching wedding date. It is…

Parineeti Chopra is stepping into the world of investigative journalism with Reporting Live, a new thriller that explores the dangers surrounding illegal sand mining. The film is scheduled to premiere on Netflix on October 9 and brings together an ensemble cast featuring Deven Bhojani, Amol Palekar, Adil Hussain and Shekhar Suman. The project marks another collaboration between Chopra and Netflix following her lead role in the streaming series Shaque: Trust No One. This time, however, she takes on a feature-film role as a young reporter whose determination to uncover the truth leads her into a shadowy and potentially dangerous…

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a series of meetings with foreign leaders and ministers on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly, focusing on bilateral relations, multilateral cooperation and major international developments. His engagements covered issues ranging from regional security and ongoing conflicts to economic, energy and food security. Jaishankar met Panama President Jose Raul Mulino and discussed bilateral relations and areas of cooperation. He also held talks with Maldives Foreign Minister Iruthisham Adam, reviewing the progress of India’s bilateral relationship with the island nation as well as cooperation through multilateral platforms. West Asia and economic ties…

India’s engineering goods exports recorded strong growth in August, rising 24.86 per cent year-on-year to US$12.32 billion from US$9.87 billion in August 2025, according to data released by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. Engineering goods emerged as one of the major contributors to India’s merchandise export growth during the month. The increase came alongside higher exports across several other product categories, including electronic goods, petroleum products, chemicals and cotton yarn and textiles. India’s overall merchandise exports increased to US$43.81 billion in August 2026 from US$34.74 billion a year earlier. This represented a substantial increase in merchandise shipments during the…

India’s manufacturing sector has recorded significant expansion across electronics, defence, automobiles, pharmaceuticals, steel and other industries, strengthening the country’s ambitions to emerge as a major global manufacturing hub. The Make in India initiative, launched in 2014, was aimed at promoting manufacturing, design and innovation across the country. The initiative now covers 27 sectors, including 15 manufacturing sectors and 12 service sectors. Electronics manufacturing has emerged as one of the major areas of growth. Electronics production increased from Rs 1.9 lakh crore in 2014-15 to Rs 13.11 lakh crore in 2025-26. Mobile phone production also recorded a sharp rise, increasing from…

India’s transition toward renewable energy is gaining momentum, with the country’s installed solar power capacity approaching 165 gigawatts by mid-2026. The rapid expansion reflects the government’s broader push to strengthen energy security, promote sustainable development and advance its long-term vision of a developed India by 2047. According to a report by the India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF), India’s solar sector has undergone a remarkable transformation since 2014, when the country’s installed capacity stood at approximately 2.8 GW. Over the past decade, solar power has evolved from a largely state-driven initiative into a nationwide movement supporting economic growth and cleaner electricity…

Indian stand-up comedian Vir Das is set to bring his internationally acclaimed comedy tour, ‘I Say We Run,’ to one of New York City’s most celebrated entertainment venues, Radio City Music Hall, on January 30, 2027. The upcoming appearance represents another significant milestone in Das’ expanding international career, adding the legendary Manhattan venue to a growing list of prestigious stages where he has performed. Radio City Music Hall, known for hosting generations of renowned artists, remains an important destination for performers from around the world. The New York show will form part of Das’ continuing global tour, which began at…

India could operationalize its first coal and minerals exchanges by the next financial year as the government advances reforms aimed at improving domestic mineral supplies, standardizing prices, and reducing reliance on imports. Officials expect the proposed platforms to be finalized within the next eight to nine months, marking a significant development in the country’s mineral market infrastructure. The planned exchanges are part of a wider policy framework covering coal and major minerals. According to officials, regulations governing the proposed minerals exchange have already been completed, allowing preparations for implementation to move forward. The initiative is intended to create a…

Indian-origin business leaders are identifying new opportunities to invest and expand in New Zealand following the formal ratification of the India-New Zealand free trade agreement. The deal is expected to strengthen commercial ties between the two countries and encourage Indian companies to explore sectors ranging from healthcare and education to infrastructure, technology, and manufacturing. New Zealand and India formally completed the ratification process on September 21. The agreement is scheduled to take effect on October 20, while another round of tariff reductions is expected to begin on January 1, 2027. New Zealand Trade Minister Todd McClay described the agreement as…

Actress Anjali Arora is set to portray Mata Sita in the upcoming mythological film Shri Ramayan Katha, directed by Abhishek Singh. The actress has described the opportunity as a blessing and recalled how she was first approached for the role. Anjali said that she regularly visits a Hanuman temple every Tuesday and prays for what is meant for her. She connected the opportunity to play Mata Sita with those prayers, saying she felt the role may have come to her as a blessing. Recalling the initial meeting with the director, Anjali said Abhishek Singh showed her an AI-generated image depicting…