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UAE Ramadan 2026: Reduced Work Hours Explained for Private Sector Employees As the holy month of Ramadan 1447 AH begins across the UAE, workplaces nationwide are adjusting schedules to reflect both the spiritual rhythm of the month and legal labour requirements. Under Cabinet Decision No. 1 of 2022 implementing Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021,…
Acclaimed filmmaker Karan Johar is all praise for the edge-of-your-seat thriller ‘Tu Yaa Main,’ featuring the talents of Adarsh Gourav and Shanaya Kapoor. He insists it’s a ‘must-see’ for this Valentine’s Day, humorously confessing that he had to up his blood pressure meds from the film’s nail-biting tension. Karan Johar is all praise for ‘Tu…
The budget has announced a major overhaul in the taxation of share buybacks, shifting them from dividend taxation to the capital gains framework, while imposing a higher effective tax on promoters to curb misuse of the route. Once legislated, it will apply to buy backs after April 1.The silver linings: Many shareholders could end up…
A match in progress at Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney, Australia, circa 1880. (Photo/Getty Images) “In affectionate remembrance of English cricket which died at The Oval, 29th August, 1882. Deeply lamented by a large circle of sorrowing friends and acquaintances, RIP. NB The body will be cremated and the Ashes taken to Australia.“Australia’s first win on…
For years, parents grew up hearing the same comforting line: “Don’t worry, it’s just baby fat.” And sometimes, that’s true. Kids grow, bodies change, and phases pass. But doctors today are seeing something different. And it’s making them nervous.Extra weight in children isn’t always harmless anymore. In fact, in some kids, it’s quietly damaging an…
NEW DELHI: Delhi airport on Saturday issued a passenger advisory warning of possible flight disruptions due to dense morning fog expected to continue on Sunday. Citing the India Meteorological Department, the airport said low visibility conditions could impact some flight operations.“According to the India Meteorological Department, dense morning fog will continue tomorrow, leading to low…
It’s the time when there’s chill in the air, but warmth in people’s homes and hearts. Come December 25th and it’s time for Christmas! Though it is a Christian festival, Christmas is widely celebrated by people from different cultures and parts of the world, bringing them together through shared traditions and heartwarming moments of togetherness….
Get ready for ‘Stranger Things 5’ volume 2! The Duffer brothers revealed episode runtimes, with the finale clocking in at over two hours. Expect intense action and emotional moments as Will unleashes Vecna’s powers and characters face heartbreaking challenges. The highly anticipated episodes drop on December 26th. ‘Stranger Things 5’ volume 2 is only hours…
NEW DELHI: Indian Railways is set to increase passenger fares from December 26 after rationalising its fare structure. There will be no fare hike for suburban services and monthly season tickets, and no increase for journeys of up to 215 km in ordinary class.For ordinary class travel beyond 215 km, fares will rise by one…
GURGAON/NOIDA: A decision by Delhi govt to ban the entry of non-BS VI vehicles from Thursday threatens to upend daily life for lakhs of commuters across NCR, with more than 2 lakh vehicles in Gurgaon, 4 lakh in Noida and 5.5 lakh in Ghaziabad alone set to be sidelined overnight. The move, aimed at tackling…
