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India records one of the fastest poverty declines in the world, poverty down from 27.1% to 2.6%: World BankIndia has seen a significant decline in poverty, with the rate dropping from 27.1 percent to 2.6 percent. Approximately 496 million people ...
IMF flags Super El Niño risks to India’s growth, says impact yet to materialiseAccording to the IMF, India continues to act as a significant growth engine within the global economy. Despite looming threats posed by wea...
US, Europe, Japan urge households to prepare emergency stockpiles from 7 to 10 days. Here's what you needIn response to various uncertainties, nations such as the United States, the UK, and Japan are encouraging families to build emergency stoc...
Before You Buy Gold, Know Why Dhanteras and Akshaya Tritiya Are Both Considered AuspiciousDhanteras vs Akshaya Tritiya: Both Dhanteras and Akshaya Tritiya are considered auspicious occasions to buy gold in India, but their religi...
Dhanteras 2026: What to Buy and Avoid to Seek Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Dhanvantari Blessings and ProsperityDhanteras 2026 will be celebrated on November 6, marking the beginning of Diwali festivities. The auspicious occasion is associated with th...
Dhanteras Shopping List 2026: Gold, Silver or a Simple Broom? Choose the Right Auspicious Purchase for Your HomeDhanteras 2026 falls on Friday, November 6. Gold and silver are popular purchases, but traditional Dhanteras shopping also includes utensil...
Best Days to Buy Gold and Silver Before Dhanteras 2026: Shubh Muhurat, Pushya Nakshatra and Shopping CalendarDhanteras falls on November 6, 2026, but it is not the only auspicious occasion for festive gold and silver shopping. Pushya Nakshatra on O...
Dhanteras 2026 Date: November 6 or 7? Check the Puja Muhurat, Gold Buying Time and Auspicious RitualsDhanteras 2026 Date: Dhanteras will be celebrated on Friday, November 6, marking the beginning of the five-day Diwali festival. The festiva...
Brands need to shift to ‘Bharat-first’ strategy as digital usage growsTo effectively connect with rural customers, brands should embrace a 'Bharat-first' advertising philosophy. Digital channels are increasing...
UK Budget: What is the ‘Your First Home’ scheme announced by Chancellor John Healey? Check eligibility, property price limits, and other detailsUK Chancellor John Healey announced a new scheme named Your First Home to support first-time homebuyers. This initiative allows eligible bu...
Growing economy inequality one of nation's most pressing concerns, govt must act: CongCongress has raised concerns about growing economic inequality and the lack of employment opportunities under the Modi government. The part...
India jewellers hold off gold buying, betting prices will dropIndian jewellers are delaying gold purchases ahead of the festive season, betting that prices will fall further after dropping below $4,000...
After US's FORTRESS plan and UK's 'Be Ready' campaign, Japan issues advisory for households to prepare for emergencies. Here's all we knowIn light of potential natural disasters such as earthquakes, Japan's government encourages its citizens to stock essential supplies for up ...
ET Product of the Year Awards 2026: Recognising Home & Kitchen Appliance of the Year innovation that makes everyday living betterThe ET Product of the Year Awards 2026 honors cutting-edge home and kitchen appliances introduced or revamped in India. This category empha...
Microtek invests over Rs 400 cr to accelerate solar business growthMicrotek has announced a significant investment over Rs 400 crore for its solar business expansion in Jaipur. The new solar panel manufactu...
Indians develop a taste for dark chocolate as household demand jumps 45%Households in India are increasingly purchasing dark chocolate, with a significant rise in demand over recent years. Urban consumers accoun...
Dhanteras 2026 date November 6 or 7? When is Dhantrayodashi? Check confirmed date, shopping timings and shubh muhuratDhanteras 2026 date and time: Dhanteras 2026 will be celebrated on Friday, November 6, ahead of Diwali. The Trayodashi tithi begins at 10:3...
‘Massive protests would erupt’: NRI says South Korea’s strict waste rules like dumping only washed food boxes and no onion peels in bins are unthinkable in IndiaAn Indian content creator living in South Korea has highlighted the country's strict waste disposal rules, including washing plastic food c...
From free ration to school uniforms, in-kind welfare moves nearly 22 crore Indians to a higher consumption bracketA recent study indicates that nearly 22 crore Indians benefit from free goods and services provided by the government. This includes foodgr...
India's cooling problem is becoming an electricity-cost problem, and the AC industry is trying to solve itIndia’s rising temperatures and growing AC adoption: The country's AC market is predicted to grow significantly in the coming years due to ...