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09 Sep

Swiggy enters gifting market with ‘Giftables’, targets festive season surge

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Swiggy Ltd (NSE: SWIGGY) has entered the gifting space with the launch of Giftables, an on-demand gifting platform offering over 10,000 curated options ranging from cakes, flowers, and chocolates to perfumes, electronics, and toys. The service, aimed at simplifying both last-minute and planned gifting, allows users to combine multiple gifts into a single order delivered in 10–60 minutes. Currently live in Bangalore, Swiggy plans to expand Giftables to Mumbai, Delhi, and other metropolitan cities soon. A standout feature includes an upcoming AI-powered gifting chatbot that will provide personalized recommendations based on the occasion, recipient’s personality, relationship, and interests. Users can…

09 Sep

Tom Felton from Harry Potter dedicates a post to Pratik Gandhi and refers to him as his brother

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A post dedicated to 'Scam 1997' actor Pratik Gandhi was shared by Harry Potter star Tom Felton. They collaborated on the upcoming series "Gandhi," which was directed by Hansal Mehta. Actor Pratik Gandhi was honored on Instagram by Tom Felton, who is most recognized for his role as Draco Malfoy in Harry Potter. At the 50th Toronto International Film Festival, the two attended the world premiere of their upcoming series, Gandhi. On the red carpet, the pair also produced a unique scene that made the fans and paparazzi giggle. Pratik was advised to strike a serious pose by Tom during…

09 Sep

Nepal’s Tourism Industry Sees Record Growth

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Nepal’s tourism industry has reported record growth this year, with international arrivals surpassing 1.2 million in the first seven months. Officials credit improved air connectivity and aggressive promotional campaigns abroad. Mountaineering remains the top attraction, with a record number of climbers applying for Everest permits this season. Local businesses, from trekking agencies to hotels, have seen strong revenue growth. Tourism Minister Sudan Kirati said the sector is bouncing back after pandemic setbacks, while experts stressed the need for sustainable tourism to protect fragile Himalayan ecosystems. For Nepal-based media, this is a national achievement; for Indian and regional platforms, it highlights…

09 Sep

Bangladesh Expands Metro Rail Network in Dhaka

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Bangladesh has launched a new phase of its metro rail expansion project in Dhaka, aiming to ease chronic traffic congestion in the capital. The government announced that the new route will connect key residential areas to commercial hubs, cutting travel time by nearly half. Officials said the project is supported by Japanese funding and technology. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina called it a “milestone in urban transport,” stressing its importance for economic growth. For Bangladesh-based readers, this reflects a major infrastructure upgrade; for Indian and regional outlets, the story highlights cross-border benefits, as smoother transport in Dhaka could improve trade logistics…

08 Sep

Aluminium futures increase: New deals push fuel prices higher

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New Delhi: Aluminium prices rose by 75 paise to Rs 256.30 per kg in futures trade on Monday as speculators created new deals amid a positive trend in the spot market. At the Multi Commodity Exchange, the price of aluminium contract for October delivery rose by 75 paise, or 0.29 per cent, to Rs 256.30 per kg in a business turnover of 438 lots. Analysts said fresh buying by traders amid demand from consumer industries supported aluminium prices in the futures market.

08 Sep

Naveen Kasturia says he had to try out for Aspirants and is no longer pals with TVF

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In an exclusive conversation with Naveen Kasturia. Despite leading Pitchers and Aspirants, Naveen Kasturia discusses his path from Sulemani Keeda to Salakaar, his battle to overcome the boy-next-door stereotype, and why he doesn't perceive TVF as his workplace in an exclusive conversation with SCREEN. Amit V. Masurkar's Sulemani Keeda (2014) marked Naveen Kasturia's acting debut, but it wasn't until TVF Picthers that he gained widespread attention. He still doesn't think of The Viral Fever as his home, even after working on Pitchers and Aspirants. With shows like Salakaar this year and Breathe season 2 (2022), the actor is likewise attempting…

08 Sep

Nepal Expands Hydropower Exports to India

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Nepal has signed a new 25-year energy deal with India to increase hydropower exports. The agreement allows Nepal to supply more than 10,000 MW of electricity to India over the coming decades, strengthening bilateral economic ties. Officials in Kathmandu said the deal would provide Nepal with steady revenue while supporting India’s growing energy demand. Environmentalists, however, urged caution, warning of potential ecological impacts from large-scale hydropower projects. For Nepali media, this reflects national progress in energy trade; for Indian outlets, it underscores closer regional cooperation.

08 Sep

Godrej Agrovet opens first Samadhan Center in Mizoram, pioneer oil palm growth

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Godrej Agrovet Limited’s Oil Palm Business has inaugurated its first Samadhan center for oil palm farmers in Bukvannei, Kolasib district, signaling a major push to modernize the state’s palm oil sector. Samadhan, a one-stop solution (OSS) center, provides farmers with end-to-end support—from seed to harvest—offering access to advanced tools, advisory services, and productivity-enhancing solutions. The launch was attended by Joseph Lalnuntluanga, District Agriculture Officer, Kolasib; Lianthanzauva, Assistant Director of Agriculture; and Sougata Niyogi, CEO – Oil Palm Business, Godrej Agrovet. Mizoram, under the National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm (NMEO-OP), has a cultivation potential of 60,000–70,000 hectares. The…

06 Sep

Ola Electric Mobility shares downfall over 6%, Japan’s SoftBank sells 2.15% stake

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Shares of Ola Electric Mobility fell as much as 5.88% to hit a low of ₹60.71 per share on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) on Friday, September 5. The decline comes after Japan's SoftBank's investment arm, SVF II Ostrich (DE) LLC, sold its 2.15% stake in the electric vehicle (EV) company between July 15 and September 2, 2025. A regulatory filing released on Thursday said SoftBank's investment arm has sold a total of 94.9 million shares in Ola Electric Mobility. The filing said, "SVF II Ostrich (DE) LLC has disposed of an aggregate of 94,943,459 equity shares of Ola Electric…

06 Sep

Nepal to Host International Tourism Summit in Pokhara

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Nepal will host an international tourism summit in Pokhara this November, bringing together officials, airlines, and tour operators from more than 30 countries. The summit will focus on adventure tourism, eco-tourism, and cultural heritage. Authorities in Kathmandu hope the event will revive the tourism sector, which suffered badly during the pandemic. Special attention will be given to promoting Mount Everest treks, Lumbini pilgrimages, and Pokhara’s adventure sports. For Nepali audiences, the summit signals economic recovery; for Indian media, it highlights cross-border tourism opportunities as many Indian travelers are expected to visit Nepal during the season.