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09 September,2024 04:44 PM ISTAhead of the 2024 Primetime Emmy Awards, a majority of the winners were announced this weekend at the Creative Arts Emmys ceremonies. Winners in 99 categories were announced over Saturday and Sunday night ceremonies at the Peacock Theater at Los Angeles. The big winner of the weekend was sweeping samurai epic Shogun, which scored a whopping 14 wins. Here`s taking a look at some of the notable attendees. (All pics: Getty Images via AFP)... [Read More]
09 September,2024 04:49 PM ISTBadlapur school sexual assault case has ignited widespread outrage. The incident has deeply shaken the city, prompting a significant public response. Demonstrators gathered in large numbers outside the school, demanding its permanent closure and staging a `Badlapur Bandh` protest. The situation escalated as citizens blocked major roads and halted train services at Badlapur railway station. Protesters have also criticized the school administration and called for stringent action against them. Soon, the protest turned violent and the situation went out of hand. The protestors began stone pelting on Police. Later the protertors were arrested. In response to the unrest, local authorities have implemented strict measures to maintain law and order. ... [Read More]
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09 April,2024 02:59 PM ISTAmongst the numerous weight loss diets floating on the internet, Intermittent fasting has gained a lot of traction lately with even celebrities attributing it to their fat loss and fitness. The health benefits of Intermittent Fasting are immense but only if done in the right way. In this episode of the Mid-day video series ‘Healthish’, Celebrity Nutritionist and Fitness Consultant Munmun Ganeriwal spills the secrets to healthy weight loss through the mode of Intermittent Fasting. Munmun Ganeriwal explains the correlation between Intermittent fasting and Ayurveda, the right way to do Intermittent Fasting, the mistakes to avoid and following the circadian rhythm of the body for a healthy body. If you are looking for Weight Loss this Summer in a healthy way through a diet to fit into your favorite summery dress, worry not. Losing weight without exercise might seem difficult but it’s not if you follow the right weight loss tips. ... [Read More]
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02 July,2024 12:20 PM ISTThe Union Budget 2024 was announced on 23rd July by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. While the budget touched upon varied sectors of priorities for the government, it has raised several questions for the middle class. Are the taxes simplified enough? Will the standard deductions given matter much? What should be the right approach to investing? In the episode of Money Matters, Certified Financial Planner and SEBI Registered Investment Advisor Kalpesh Ashar in conversation with Mid-day’s Katyayani Kapoor explains various aspects of personal finance related to this year’s budget. From the widening of the tax slabs, raising STT on F&O, and raising taxes on Capital Gains to the new pension scheme for minors, in this video Kalpesh Ashar busts the myth and explains how these reforms can impact you. ... [Read More]
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