On premium basis, the persistency was 75.3% and 61.1%, respectively and 75.6% and 63.9%, for the comparable period last year. MUMBAI: Economic and geopolitical uncertainty is beginning to weigh on household savings and insurance demand, with LIC reporting pressure on long-term policy persistency and caution in premium growth even as its first-quarter profit and value…
Quote of the day by Sadhguru (Photo: @SadhguruJV/ X) Sadhguru, also known as Jaggi Vasudev, is a mystic and yogi who often talks about life-changing topics that compel us to delve a little deeper in the chores of our daily lives.Recently, he spoke about how we often conflate love with lust.We often tend to use…
‘GDN’ box office collections day 3. R. Madhavan’s ‘GDN’ witnessed improved box office performance on the third day of its theatrical run. The Tamil-Telugu biographical drama has shown a gradual rise in its daily collections since its release.The film is based on the life of G. D. Naidu, a prominent inventor, industrialist and innovator from…
On August 10, 2026, ideas are set to surge, shaping key choices through concise communications and strategic meetings. Instead of lengthy discussions, focus on clear notes and well-timed decisions. Each zodiac will benefit from guidance on adaptable communication and reliable information. Taurus should prioritize checking storage and expiration dates when making bulk purchases, while Scorpio…
Mumbai batter Sarfaraz Khan finally got the news he had been waiting for. After being called up to India’s Test squad for the Sri Lanka series, Sarfaraz shared his first post on social media. The 28-year-old posted a couple of pictures in the Team India travelling jersey. In one of the pictures, his father was…
Trump is willing to end the Iran war without a nuclear deal but exit strategy remains complicated, report US President Donald Trump has reportedly signalled to senior aides that he is willing to end the Iran war without securing a nuclear deal with Tehran. But Iran’s new demands for reopening the Strait of Hormuz have…
‘DC’ box office collections day 3_ Lokesh Kanagaraj’s film jumps 36 Arun Matheswaran’s ‘DC’ continued its theatrical run with an impressive jump in collections on Sunday. The Tamil film, featuring Lokesh Kanagaraj and Wamiqa Gabbi, recorded a 36.4% rise in its India net collection compared with Day 2.According to Sacnilk, ‘DC’ earned Rs 9.55 Cr…
Speaking about India’s space sector, Singh stated that opening it up to private companies has led to rapid expansion. NEW DELHI: India stands alongside the world’s leading nations in several advanced technologies, said Jitendra Singh, MoS (independent charge) for science and technology and earth sciences.Speaking at Digit India’s Top Appliance Awards 2026, Jitendra Singh highlighted…
For some children, the journey home is not the beginning of a conversation. It is the beginning of decompression. Imagine spending an entire day in a classroom, moving between lessons, teachers and friends, following rules and constantly processing information. Then, the moment you walk out of school, someone asks you to give them a detailed…
A sense of relief begins to enter the day, Pisces. Problems that have been sitting on your chest may start easing, not all at once, but enough for you to breathe better. The Moon supports emotional comfort, and Jupiter opens a softer path ahead. You may notice fewer worries, better conversations, or a solution appearing…
