Without U.S. aid, Ukraine cannot defend its current lines, let alone liberate more territory, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned on Sunday, shortly after Kyiv’s troops were forced to withdraw from the eastern city of Avdiivka amid a severe ammunition shortage. Yet the House Republican leadership is still refusing to consider, much less pass, further security assistance … Read more
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the last Budget of the second Narendra Modi government today. While technicality – this is just a vote on account – suggests that this Budget is not very important, the fact that it is being presented a couple of months before the general elections makes it an extremely important … Read more
The fusion of layered security and appealing perks can undoubtedly instill a potent “swipe now, think later” mindset among numerous credit cardholders. It’s akin to a trap set with two irresistible baits. The amalgamation of security, appealing benefits, and our individual spending psychology may result in imprudent credit card usage and substantial financial difficulties. The … Read more
Railway stocks, which have run up significantly with most of them moving more than 4 times since the last Budget, are in focus ahead of the presentation of the Interim Budget on February 1. RVNL and Texmaco Rail could surprise, says Anand James, Chief Market Strategist, Geojit Financial Services. Edited excerpts: Nifty ended over 1% … Read more
While a designer dress and picturesque Hawke’s Bay vineyard venue a la Jacinda Ardern and Clarke Gayford’s nuptials might be the dream wedding for some, others set their sights – and budgets – on a smaller big day. Reporter Harriet Laughton finds out how Kiwi couples can get hitched on a shoestring. A backyard ceremony … Read more
There are tons of reasons why cooking at home is a great idea, and I can recite them all. Home-cooked food is almost always healthier than anything you’ll get in a takeout container, it’s better for the environment, and it can be a mindful, meditative way to spend an evening. Last, but certainly not least, … Read more
Christmas is a time for love, joy, family and — just as important — food. But between lavish roasts and decadent desserts, the budget for your festival meal budget can blow out fast. While food inflation has simmered down from its eye-watering peak of 9.6 per cent in December 2022, customers are still paying more … Read more
The festive season is upon us. It brings along joyful opportunities to celebrate and create cherished memories with loved ones. As we eagerly anticipate the festivities, there is always a little lingering worry about the expenses the festivals entail. To make sure that you enjoy your festive celebrations, without worrying about beginning the next year … Read more