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Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday announced a tax holiday till 2047 for foreign companies providing cloud services globally using data centres located in India, signalling a major push to strengthen the country’s digital infrastructure.Presenting the Union Budget for FY 2026-27 Sitharaman said, “I propose to provide tax holiday till 2047 to any foreign…
SRINAGAR: Flight operations at Srinagar International Airport were suspended on Tuesday after continuous snowfall rendered the runway unsafe, officials said. An Airports Authority of India (AAI) official said adverse weather conditions and persistent snowfall in Srinagar forced the cancellation of all arrivals and departures in the interest of passenger safety. “The runway is currently not…
With Republic Day being observed across the country today, investors are keen to know whether trading activity will continue as usual or face disruptions. January 26 is a nationally significant day, and it traditionally has implications for financial markets and settlement schedules.At the start of the year, market participants typically track holiday calendars closely, as…
As a working holiday visa can be tough to get and otherwise expensive for people travelling, it offers an opportunity to those who are keen to experience the country in an immersive manner rather than a brief sightseeing trip. Rather than galloping through landmarks, it offers people the chance to live like a local by…
Representative image (AI-generated) Bank holiday on January 17: On Saturdays, many bank customers often face confusion over whether branches are open or closed, as banks do not operate on all Saturdays each month. As per Reserve Bank of India (RBI) rules, banks remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays, while they function on the…
Even after nearly six weeks in theatres, Ranveer Singh’s blockbuster spy thriller ‘Dhurandhar’ continues to dominate the box office with impressive consistency. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film released on December 5 and stars Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, R Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal among others. According Sacnilk, ‘Dhurandhar’ saw a noticeable jump in collections…
Stock market will remain closed for trading on Thursday, January 15, according to the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) calendars in view of the municipal corporation elections in Maharashtra. The NSE has announced, “Transaction Holiday on January 15, 2026 on account of Municipal Corporation Election in Maharashtra in SLBS.“With January 15…
Bank holiday on January 15: January brings with it a series of festivals and events, and many are wondering whether January 15 is a bank holiday or not. It is therefore advisable to check the bank holiday calendar if a branch visit is on your to-do list.Missing a holiday can quickly turn a simple bank…
In a delightful family getaway to Turks and Caicos, Nick Jonas and his wife Priyanka Chopra made precious memories with their daughter Malti Marie as they celebrated her early fourth birthday. They relished sun-soaked pool days and indulged in exquisite meals, with Jonas sharing his heartfelt reflections on the invaluable family moments they cherished. Nick…
US retail sales rose a better-than-expected 0.6% in November as holiday shopping gathered momentum, following a revised 0.1% decline in October, according to data released by the Commerce Department. The report was delayed by more than a month due to the 43-day federal government shutdown, AP reported.Retail sales had edged up 0.1% in September, after…
