Finance ministry secretary V Vualnam (File photo) Expenditure secretary V Vualnam says fiscal prudence was a clear priority for govt and within the constraints of the Budget, it has rolled out support for critical sectors. Excerpts:Can you help us understand the overall strategy behind the spending plan? How much flexibility on raising capex does govt…
As India gears up for its 77th Republic Day in 2026, the nation celebrates its Constitution, the ‘Rule Book’ uniting 1.4 billion citizens. There is a specific rhythm to the morning of January 26th. It starts with the distant sound of patriotic songs from neighborhood loudspeakers, the smell of winter chill in the air, and…
For many travellers, the Taj Mahal represents a once-in-a-lifetime milestone, which is also one of the most beautiful structures in the world. For many, it also serves as a stop on the journey to completing the New 7 Wonders of the World. The white marble monument often appears serene in photographs, framed by calm reflecting…
Dubai, Abu Dhabi Airports running limited flights as Middle East Airspace crisis disrupts travel / Image: file Air travel across the UAE remains partially disrupted on March 7 as airlines operate only limited flights following widespread Middle East airspace closures triggered by escalating regional conflict. Major carriers including Emirates, Etihad Airways, flydubai and Air Arabia…
Erik the Red, whose real name was Erik Thorvaldsson, was a Viking explorer who turned a remote Arctic island into a Norse settlement that lasted for hundreds of years. Erik was born in Norway around 950 AD. He got his nickname because of his bright red hair and beard, and his fiery personality. He got…
MS Dhoni has begun batting practice ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season, with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) sharing a video of the session on social media.The official CSK Instagram handle posted visuals of the 44-year-old working on his defence and back-foot shots. The post was captioned: “A treat, every time he bats….
Actress Hansika Motwani and businessman Sohael Khaturiya have officially divorced after a Mumbai court granted their mutual consent separation. Their nearly three-year marriage reportedly ended due to lifestyle differences. The couple, who transitioned from close friends to partners, had a grand wedding in Jaipur in December 2022, which garnered significant social media attention. Actress Hansika…
Over ten years since the last episode, ‘The Office US’ is still one of the all-time favorites. This mockumentary about the oddball staff at Dunder Mifflin in Scranton, Pennsylvania, first hit screens in 2005 and stuck around for nine seasons, wrapping up in 2013. It started as an American spin on Ricky Gervais’s British comedy…
Expenses can bite today, and you’ll feel it. The Moon pulls at your comfort habits, while Saturn tightens the belt. You may look at your day and think, where did my money go? It’s the small spends adding up.Also, keep your pride in check. A younger sibling might work against you, or at least act…
Etihad Makes Aviation History: First-Ever Direct Flights Link UAE and Luxembourg Abu Dhabi, January 10, 2026: In a major expansion of international air links, Etihad Airways has announced the launch of direct flights between Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates and Luxembourg in Europe. This will mark the first time a Middle Eastern airline…
