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Halloween’s Dark Secrets: Why Pumpkins, Candles and Spirits Became Symbols of October 31

Halloween traditions derive from historical beliefs surrounding death and the afterlife. Carved pumpkins originated from the Irish tale of Stingy Jack, symbolizing protection from spirits. Candles lit in windows guide souls home, reflecting ancient customs of remembrance and protection. The ghost figure in white sheets represents the unresolved matters of the departed. These symbols collectively...

United Spirits Q2 net falls 8% to 428cr

File photo: A salesman picks a bottle of Black & White blended Scotch whisky, a brand of Diageo’s United Spirits Ltd, from a shelf at a liquor store in Bengaluru, India, January 20, 2026. BENGALURU: Diageo-controlled United Spirits reported a 7.8% decline in net profit to Rs 428 crore in the Sept quarter from Rs...

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E20 Fuel Mileage Drop: Mileage drop due to E20? 2-6%, says 1 minister, 3-5%, says another

NEW DELHI: How much is the estimated drop in fuel efficiency when E20 fuel is used in non-E20-compliant vehicles? While govt rejected claims on social media of substantial loss in mileage due to E20 petrol, transport and petroleum ministries have given slightly different figures.Road transport ministry, citing a study by Automotive Research Association of India...
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NTT Data Payments to take UPI global

MUMBAI: NTT Data Payment Services is working on linking India’s UPI with other fast payment systems across Asia through a hub-based architecture that could eliminate the need for multiple bilateral arrangements, senior executives said, outlining a strategy to simplify cross-border retail payments. The company launched Adaptis – its unified service brand for its digital payment...
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Indian Premier League: IPL’s business value crosses $20 billion, RCB top brand: Report

BENGALURU: Indian Premier League‘s business value rose 11.4% from a year earlier to $20.6 billion in 2026, helped by growing revenues, digital viewership and record franchise transactions, according to a study by investment bank Houlihan Lokey.It also pegged Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s brand value at $312 million, 16% higher than the previous year and making it...
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From ayurveda to insurance: Patanjali gets IRDAI nod for Rs 4,500 crore insurance entry

Baba Ramdev and Patanjali Ayurved’s Managing Director Acharya Balkrishna (File Photo) Patanjali Ayurved, which is known for its herbal and other fast-moving consumer goods, is now set to enter financial services through a nearly Rs 4,500 crore acquisition.The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Irdai) has approved the acquisition of Magma General Insurance by...
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E20 petrol debate: Govt debunks 7 claims on ethanol blended fuel – impact on mileage, engines & more

Manufacturers continue to provide warranty coverage for vehicles using specification-compliant E20 fuel. Seeking to dispel concerns about the impact of E20 petrol on vehicles, the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas has released a list of seven claims which it has rejected. From mileage and engine failure to compatibility, the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural...
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Halloween’s Dark Secrets: Why Pumpkins, Candles and Spirits Became Symbols of October 31

Halloween traditions derive from historical beliefs surrounding death and the afterlife. Carved pumpkins originated from the Irish tale of Stingy Jack, symbolizing protection from spirits. Candles lit in windows guide souls home, reflecting ancient customs of remembrance and protection. The ghost figure in white sheets represents the unresolved matters of the departed. These symbols collectively...

United Spirits Q2 net falls 8% to 428cr

File photo: A salesman picks a bottle of Black & White blended Scotch whisky, a brand of Diageo’s United Spirits Ltd, from a shelf at a liquor store in Bengaluru, India, January 20, 2026. BENGALURU: Diageo-controlled United Spirits reported a 7.8% decline in net profit to Rs 428 crore in the Sept quarter from Rs...

Maharashtra SSC, HSC time table 2027 expected soon: Check steps to download Class 10, 12 date sheet, once released

Maharashtra SSC, HSC time table 2027 expected soon The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) is expected to release the time table for the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) Class 10 and Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) Class 12 board examinations 2027 soon.According to the tentative schedule, the HSC written examinations will be...

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