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Just two years ago, the dark clouds of Covid-induced economic havoc came with a silver lining of dazzling shine: start-ups. The world saw the birth of several hundred ‘unicorns’—start-ups valued at or above $1 billion (Rs 8,200 crore). India too saw

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↘ Shinde and his men had cited the domineering attitude of Ajit Pawar as deputy CM and finance minister in the MVA government as one reason for their rebellion. The Shiv Sena was being cornered by the NCP, they said. Now, they find their former bugbe

‘Banglaye Didir Officer’, or Didi’s Officers. That is what Block Development Officers (BDOs) are being called in West Bengal. But this is no epithet. Rather this is the designation that the people of Bengal have bestowed upon the BDOs, given all the

Before every launch in space, ISRO top honchos, armed with a miniature model of the spacecraft to be placed at the feet of the deity, set out to pray at the richest Hindu shrine atop Tirumala and at the Sri Chengalama Parameswarini temple in Sullurpe

An old warhorse is playing key interlocutor in the eclectic group of Opposition parties coming together ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha election. Former Gujarat chief minister Shankersinh Vaghela has been meeting top leaders of regional parties, such as

↘ The NRF will be a unique PPP entity, forging collaborations among the industry, academia and govt departments and research institutions ↘ It will entail an investment of Rs 50,000 cr. during 2023-28, of which Rs 36,000 cr. will come from private pa

Countries that pumped in billions into their economies as relief for Covid had to fend the biggest enemy of surplus money: high inflation. Central banks began to raise rates, leading to a flight of funds from emerging markets back to the US, precipit

Chhattisgarh’s own original culture is recognized all over the world. This land has been related to ancient civilization and primitive traditions of the society. Throughout the ages, humans have inhabited these lands nestled alongside forests, mounta

Borrowing against a life insurance policy is not a good choice. To further discourage policy-holders, the IRDAI issued a circular banning repayment of loans against insurance policies through credit cards. The move comes after the pension regulator P

Q1. Which among the following is not a tax-saving instrument? a) PPF b) Lifeinsurance c) Health insurance d) Car insurance Q2. From which date are crypto assets taxed? a) March 31, 2022 b) Jan. 1, 2023 c) April 1, 2023 d) None of the above Q3. Under

The author is a distinguished historian of 18th- and 19th-century India and, in this work, has widened her frame to look at the Western Indian Ocean in the 19th century. In doing so, she situates herself as part of a historiographical tradition that

“Learn the alphabet and become someone who tells his own story” is Basnet’s advice to his son Jhuppay early on in the novel. Jhuppay, the truant and thief, does not heed it, but his actions lead the story forward—to disastrous consequences for his fa

Traditionnelle Tourbillon Retrograde Date Openface The new Traditionnelle Tourbillon by Vacheron Constantin is a beautiful timepiece that combines avant-garde design with mechanical sophistication. The highlight is its hand-engraved, open-worked dial

MOST WATCH CONNOISSEURS WILL HAPPILY CONFESS THAT when they think James Bond, his Omega Seamaster tool watch is as much a license to thrill as his sharp shooting or the bevy of beauties on his arm. Despite the fact that the primary function of the wa

Laureato 42mm Pink Gold This elegant iteration of Girard-Perregaux’s Laureato watch offers a sumptuous combination of 5N pink gold and a handcrafted black onyx dial. The seamlessly integrated solid gold case and bracelet feature a satin finish, which

Classique Quantième Perpétuel 7327 Introduced as a successor to the long-standing ref. 5327, the new Classique Quantième Perpétuel 7327 features an updated and simplified perpetual calendar while maintaining the traditional Breguet aesthetic. Availab

Plasma 2023 Celebrating the 60th anniversary of the TAG Heuer Carrera, this innovative creation utilises the watchmaker’s ground-breaking Diamant d’Avant-Garde technology to decorate the aluminium bezel, case, and bracelet with lab-grown diamonds in

Radiomir California PAM01349 This year, Panerai reintroduced the California dial to the Radiomir collection with this beautiful watch. While it’s not a vintage reissue, the timepiece features an attractive combination of a green dial and a 45mm case

Freak One Ulysse Nardin Freak One is a compelling homage to the original Freak timepiece that shocked the entire watch world when it debuted in 2001. The watch doesn’t have a conventional dial, hands, or a crown to wind and time set. Instead, the who

Nebula Deccan Treasures This stunning ladies’ watch is inspired by the extensive stone carving technique of the Deccan region and is a demonstration of the finest craftsmanship. The elegant link set with hand-carved green stone is the highlight of th

While building a collection of vintage jewellery can be rewarding, it can also be challenging. Here are some key considerations for aspiring collectors. ➻ Do your research: Learn about the history of the jewellery to gain clarity and understanding of

Jewellery Expert and Luxury Watch Expert for AstaGuru Auction House It’s probably the innate desire to hold on to the past that makes vintage such an inspired trend for both jewellery and watches. This timeless allure of nostalgia that carries throug

➻ Maintain your antique/vintage jewellery by periodically examining for signs of wear and tear; get them checked and cleaned by a specialist at least once a year. For watches, handle with care and entrust it to professionals for maintenance to avoid

If the monsoon grey is putting a dampener on your spirits, this champagne coloured, diamond-set Rolex Oyster Perpetual Lady-Date-just is just what the doctor ordered to buoy spirits. The gorgeous dial features diamonds in 18 carat gold settings, whil