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Gyanvapi, a mosque? What’s Trishul doing inside it?: Yogi Adityanath

Gyanvapi, a mosque? What’s Trishul doing inside it?: Yogi Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath spoke about the Gyanvapi mosque case and asked what Trishul (trishul) was doing on the mosque premises. He said Muslim petitioners should come forward with a proposal to right a "historical wrong". The comments came days after the Allahabad High Court reserved its verdict till August 3 in a petition challenging a district court order directing the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to conduct a survey to determine whether the Gyanvapi Mosque in Varanasi was built on the temple. Talking to the news agency ANI, Adityanath said the government wants to solve long-standing problems.…
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Hair care brand Kérastase ropes on Sonam Kapoor as brand ambassador

Hair care brand Kérastase ropes on Sonam Kapoor as brand ambassador

French luxury hair care brand, Kérastase is happy to announce Sonam Kapoor as their brand ambassador in India! The Bollywood star, known for her impeccable fashion choices, looks radiant in her new hair campaign with the brand! "For me, self-care is something I've always believed in! When you're traveling, working, and trying to play multiple roles at the same time, it's very important to make sure you're investing in the right kind of care. Kérastase is a brand with which I am deeply resonated. It's not just for innovative luxury hair products but also for the message they send to…
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Fiama onboards Rashmika Mandanna as brand ambassador

Fiama onboards Rashmika Mandanna as brand ambassador

ITC's Fiama launches a new brand film that showcases its new sandalwood oil and patchouli gel bar, recently launched. The brand has also roped in actor Rashmika Mandhana as its brand ambassador to promote the new product. Sameer Satpathy, Divisional Chief Executive, Personal Care Product Business Division, ITC Limited, said, "Fiama Sandal disrupts the segment with its innovative gel bar format and a unique blend of ingredients that are modern but preserve tradition. The product promises a new experience, and it, with the power of the rays, definitely makes Fiama sandals look a must-try. Conceived by Ogilvy, the launch film…
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Income Tax raids at Haier office premises in Noida, Mumbai and Pune

Income Tax raids at Haier office premises in Noida, Mumbai and Pune

The raids are linked to suspected "large-scale tax evasion," the same report said. The Chinese consumer durables company, which has a strong presence in India including refrigerators and washing machines, has set a target of Rs 6,000 crore in 2022 and Rs 10,000 crore in the next two years. In April, Satish NS, President, Haier India, said, "We have one of the largest manufacturing hubs for all domestic supplies in the country as well as expanding our export base. Product innovation and customer-centricity are rooted in the principles of our growth trajectory and so we are focused on bringing best-in-class…
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Sony India announces music icon “King” as Brand Ambassador

Sony India announces music icon “King” as Brand Ambassador

Sony India today announced music icon King as the new brand ambassador for its audio product segment. The first campaign "King Meets The King" for Sony's SRS-XV800 discless party speakers goes live today. The collaboration with king comes at a time when Sony India is trying to strengthen its connect with the youth. Sunil Nayyar, Managing Director, Sony India said, "Sony India is committed to providing top-notch audio products that resonate with music enthusiasts across the country. We are thrilled to have King as our brand ambassador for the audio segment. This partnership is of immense significance as we both…
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Irish singer Sinéad O’Connor dies aged 56

Irish singer Sinéad O’Connor dies aged 56

Irish singer Sinead O'Connor died on Wednesday at the age of 56. The news of his death was announced through a statement released by the singer's friends although the reasons behind it are still unclear. A statement released by the singer's family and reported by the BBC on Wednesday said, “It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our beloved Sinead. Her family and friends are devastated and have requested privacy during this difficult time," Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar responded to news of the singer's death, he wrote on Twitter, “Really sorry to hear of the…
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M&M buys 3.5% stake in RBL Bank for Rs 417 crore

M&M buys 3.5% stake in RBL Bank for Rs 417 crore

Mahindra and Mahindra on Wednesday said it acquired a 3.53% stake in RBL Bank Ltd for Rs 417 crore. M&M said it would consider further investment subject to regulatory compliance and required procedures but would not acquire a stake of more than 9.9%. "We have acquired a 3.53% stake in RBL Bank at a cost of Rs 417 crore. We may consider further investments subject to pricing, regulatory approvals and required procedures. However, under no circumstances will it exceed 9.9%," M&M said in a stock exchange filing. In a separate statement, RBL said it was not aware of any purchase…
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Zoya appoints Sonam Kapoor Ahuja as brand ambassador

Zoya appoints Sonam Kapoor Ahuja as brand ambassador

Zoya, Diamond Boutique from House of Tata has announced Sonam Kapoor Ahuja as their brand ambassador. According to the company, the appointment cements the actor's friendship with the label. Speaking about the collaboration, Titan Jewellery Division CEO Ajay Chawla said, “We are delighted to welcome Sonam Kapoor Ahuja to the Zoya family. She is an artist and a renowned style icon who embodies the spirit of Joa, effortlessly blending modernity and innovation with a unique and timeless signature, which represents our brand ethos." Additionally, the luxury atelier celebrates fifteen years in India with six boutiques in Bengaluru, Mumbai, Hyderabad and…
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Woman gang-raped in Gurugram hotel by man she met on Dating App

Woman gang-raped in Gurugram hotel by man she met on Dating App

A woman was allegedly gang-raped by a man she met on a dating app and his friend at a hotel in Haryana's Gurugram. According to the police, the victim said in her complaint that she met the accused through a dating app who later invited her to a hotel in Gurugram's Sector 50 area on June 29. The woman, in her complaint, further alleged that the duo recorded the entire act and threatened to make her video viral. At the hotel, she said the man and his friend offered her food, after which she passed out, police said Tuesday. "They…
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PhonePe launches new feature to pay Income Tax

PhonePe launches new feature to pay Income Tax

Fintech chief PhonePe has 'pay income tax' features on its app so that Phonepe can self-assess and pay taxes in advance within the app, the company's Monday is a holiday. Users can now do so through their credit card or UPI. Users can pay taxes by tapping the 'Income Tax' icon on the homepage of the PhonePe app. In addition, they can select the type of tax they will pay, the year of assessment and the details of the PAN card. Users then have to enter the total tax amount and pay using their preferred mode of payment. The money…
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