NEW DELHI: HDFC Bank, the country’s largest private lender, has recorded a net profit of Rs 19,221 crore during the fourth quarter of last financial year, up 9.1% from Rs 17,616 crore a year ago, while full-year net profit rose to Rs 74,671 crore from Rs 67,347 crore, an increase of 10.9%. The board recommended…
Filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt is set to anchor Pehchaan, a show that brings together 13 Sikh voices and their stories of resilience, faith and service. In an exclusive conversation with ETimes, the veteran filmmaker opened up about spirituality, unlearning, fatherhood, his bond with granddaughter Raha Kapoor, and his memories of legendary singer Asha Bhosle—while reflecting on…
MUMBAI: A remarkable journey in the IPL reached a major milestone on Thursday as Rohit Sharma completed 15 years with the Mumbai Indians (MI), a franchise he has led to five IPL titles, building a legacy that will be hard to match and will inspire future generations.Rohit began his IPL career with Deccan Chargers (2008-10)…
US stock markets showed tentative moves on Monday, with the S&P 500 inching higher while the Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped, as oil prices remained volatile ahead of President Donald Trump’s deadline on Iran, AP reported.The S&P 500 rose 0.1% in early trading, coming off its first weekly gain in six weeks. The Dow Jones…
MUMBAI: Kotak Mahindra Bank Saturday confirmed that it is looking at Deutsche Bank’s retail business, which is on the block, while stating that it has dropped out of IDBI Bank acquisition race because of the valuation and it would be ‘difficult to swallow’.Responding to queries at an earnings press conference Ashok Vaswani, MD & CEO…
Andre Gide was a highly influential figure in world literature during the twentieth century. Born in 1869 in France, he was known for his bold thinking, deep exploration of human nature, and willingness to challenge social norms. Many of Gide’s books explored issues of personal liberty, independence, and authenticity, urging readers to question society and…
Today heralds a cozy sanctuary as Venus and the Moon align, setting the stage for joyful family gatherings and acknowledgment of your hard work. Financially, you’ll find contentment from various avenues—just remember to resist the temptation to splurge; nurturing your home life is where the true treasure lies. Today seems like a tiny event, even…
Skanda Sashti is dedicated to honor Lord Skanda or Kartikey. Every month, the day falls on Sashti Tithi of Shukla paksha. This month, Skanda Sashti is observed during the month of Vaishakha. Skanda Sashti is the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Devotees observe fast and seek the blessings of Lord Skanda on this…
Falling in love is an intense, often unexpected emotion, while a relationship is a deliberate, ongoing effort built on actions like communication, compromise, and respect. The article highlights that while love is a beautiful feeling, it’s the sustained work and commitment that truly define and sustain a relationship, not just the initial spark. There’s something…
The uranium experiment that went wrong triggered the discovery of nuclear fission. Image credit – Wikimedia While conducting some meticulous experiments in Berlin towards the end of 1938, two chemists, Otto Hahn and Fritz Strassman, saw something that defied the scientific laws of the period. Following their bombardment of uranium with neutrons, they analyzed the…