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Billboards make a comeback as a shared cultural and experiential moment

As streaming platforms multiplied, billboards slid into oblivion. Now they are making a comeback, serving once again as a shared cultural and experiential moment

Updated On: 13 Dec 2025 | 12:10 AM IST

From Labubu madness to Nano Banana: Internet trends that defined 2025

The year 2025 delivered a whirlwind of digital creativity, from AI-driven photos to quirky collectibles, nostalgic throwbacks and DIY experiments that turned everyday moments into viral content

Updated On: 09 Dec 2025 | 3:22 PM IST

The small picture: Tracing the subtle trends behind India's capex growth

Remember that the government had for the first time in the last five years projected a single-digit growth in capex in 2025-26 to just 6.5 per cent

Updated On: 07 Oct 2025 | 10:17 PM IST

Gemini's 'Nano Banana' turns selfies into AI saree edits; but is it safe?

Nano Banana, Google's Gemini Nano-powered AI photo tool, has gone viral with saree edits but once again sparks privacy and safety concerns over AI image generation

Updated On: 15 Sep 2025 | 5:23 PM IST

Front seat view: Luxury cars and bikes rev up for the festival season

Luxury carmakers are shifting into high gear with a mix of product launches, personalised experiences & lifestyle-led engagement

Updated On: 29 Aug 2025 | 6:56 AM IST

Celebration getaways: Diwali under the stars or Pujo in a Rajbari

For those looking to celebrate India's biggest festivals away from home, boutique hotels, heritage properties are curating immersive experiences steeped in tradition, with all the comforts of luxury

Updated On: 29 Aug 2025 | 6:54 AM IST

Spirit of the festival season: Hosting an unforgettable gathering at home

Unsurprisingly, global brands are once again turning up to be part of the festival season, right through Onam, Ganesh Chaturthi, Durga Puja, Dussehra, and Diwali

Updated On: 29 Aug 2025 | 6:52 AM IST

Silver linings: Why silver remains a symbol of prosperity and permanence

Known for blending contemporary aesthetics with vintage charm, Singh says that silver is finding new life in homes - not just in traditional ways, but in repurposed, innovative formats

Updated On: 29 Aug 2025 | 6:50 AM IST

Looms of luxury: Textiles to celebrate with this festival season

From jacquard cashmere to artisanal alpaca blends, textiles as heirlooms or work of art are all the rage this celebration season

Updated On: 29 Aug 2025 | 6:48 AM IST

Festive code: Leading designers share notes on the look of the season

"Our bestseller is sculpted womenswear and tailored kurta sets with tonal embroidery for men," says Rahul Khanna

Updated On: 29 Aug 2025 | 6:46 AM IST

Time to sparkle: A festival style guide from jewellery designers

Jewellery designers offer a style guide on mixing Meenakari with metallics, and brooches with blazers

Updated On: 29 Aug 2025 | 6:42 AM IST

Heritage watches to rare books: A curated bouquet of exquisite gifts

The collection includes: Jaipur Watch Company's limited-edition watch, Baccarat's Rouge 540 and more

Updated On: 29 Aug 2025 | 6:46 AM IST

Drone diyas to moving rangolis: Tradition meets theatrics at festivals

Whether it's Diwali in Delhi, Dussehra in Pune, Durga Puja in Kolkata, or Ganesh Chaturthi in Mumbai, event planners agree on one thing: the soul must remain Indian, even if the stage feels global

Updated On: 29 Aug 2025 | 6:40 AM IST

Labubu mania goes global: Celebs and fans queue for China's monster doll

Born in China, loved worldwide: Labubu, the oddball monster doll, is now a fashion must-have, collector's gem, and symbol of China's creative soft power

Updated On: 23 Jun 2025 | 3:21 PM IST

REC share falls 3% on AUM growth guidance cut for FY26; check details here

At 1:18 PM, REC share price continued trading near day's low at ₹390, down 2.91 per cent. In comparison, BSE Sensex was trading flat with a positive bias at 81,226.96 level.

Updated On: 14 May 2025 | 1:49 PM IST

What is the US trying to achieve through reciprocal tariffs? Explained

It could be easier for India to deal with reciprocal tariffs by increasing imports from the US to protect its existing exports to the US, said analysts at Kotak Institutional Equities.

Updated On: 08 Apr 2025 | 12:17 PM IST

DroneAcharya, ideaForge, Paras Defence gain upto 5% on March 21; here's why

The surge in these stocks followed the news that the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council is likely to announce a uniform 5 per cent GST rate on all commercial-use drones in its upcoming meeting

Updated On: 21 Mar 2025 | 12:21 PM IST

Vodafone Idea share gains 5% on rolling out 5G services in Mumbai; details

The uptick in the Vodafone Idea share price came after the company launched its 5G services in Mumbai

Updated On: 19 Mar 2025 | 10:30 AM IST

Here's why MTNL shares skyrocketed 14% in trade on March 13; details here

The uptick in the MTNL share price came after MTNL, along with BSNL, has generated Rs 12,984.86 crore from the monetisation of land, buildings, towers, and fibre since 2019

Updated On: 13 Mar 2025 | 9:35 AM IST

Stock Market Holiday: Is BSE, NSE open or closed on Holi 2025, March 14?

Indian Stock Market News: Indian stock market hours are from 9:15 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday. A pre-open session runs from 9:00 AM to 9:15 AM on regular trading days

Updated On: 13 Mar 2025 | 8:15 AM IST