Best ethnic finds for men and women from Shae, Libas, and more: Elevate your fashion game
Elevate your wardrobe with these best ethnic finds for men and women. The collections range from Shae to Libas, offering an unmatched style for every occasion. | Fashion Trends Key Points
Hindustan TimesBest ethnic footwear for women: Top 10 stylish and traditional picks for any occasion on Myntra
Ethnic footwear for women combines style with tradition, offering the perfect balance for any occasion. Discover the best traditional footwear. | Fashion Trends Key Points
Hindustan TimesIndian-American murder-suicides: The American dream, broken by death and despair
India News: Discover the shocking truth behind the rise of murder-suicides in the Indian-American community, exposing the hidden underbelly of the American dream. Explore the factors contributing to these tragic events and the urgent need for mental health support. Stay informed with the latest news and analysis on Indian-American murder-suicides. Key Points
Times Of IndiaAmazon Great Indian Festival 2023: Up to 70% off on ethnic wear for men & women
Amazon Great Indian Festival 2023 is here and this is your chance to grab stunning-looking ethnic wear for women and men. Take a look at this buying guide. | Fashion Trends Key Points
Hindustan TimesTCNS acquisition completes apparel portfolio for Aditya Birla Fashion: Ashish Dikshit
Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail has acquired ethnic wear retailer TCNS Clothing in a cash and share swap deal for a total cash consideration of ₹1,650 crore. TCNS will be merged into ABFRL in a share swap deal, with shareholders of TCNS receiving 11 shares of ABFRL for every six shares held. The acquisition gives ABFRL entry into the women’s premium ethnic wear segment and supplements its own ethnic women’s wear collection, providing access to premium brands such as W, Aurelia, Wishful and Eleven. TCNS reported a revenue of ₹896 crore for the year ending March 31, 2022. Key Points
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We want to rapidly grow our business in ethnic wear: Ashish Dikshit
"The merger, however, will take longer. Having said that, if we had gone in for an all-cash deal, it would have been an excessive burden on ABFRL's balance sheet, which we did not want," Dikshit said. Key Points
FinancialexpressRetailers ramp up ethnic wear bet to cash in on Rs 1.84- trillion pie
Ethnic wear is the largest apparel category in India at 30% (Rs 1.84 trillion) of the Rs 6.15-trillion domestic apparel market, according to Aditya Birla Fashion's MD Ashish Dikshit. Key Points
FinancialexpressCBIC extends deadline for filing April GST return for Manipur-based biz till May 31
Registered businesses in Manipur, a north-eastern state in India affected by ethnic clashes, have been granted an extension until 31 May to file monthly GST returns. The previously specified deadline dates had been due in May but have been pushed back due to ongoing political violence. The filing of GSTR-1, the statement of outward supplies, was postponed from 11 May, while GSTR-3B, the monthly tax payment form, and GSTR-7, for businesses that deduct tax at source, were set for 20 May and 10 May, respectively. Key Points
Economic TimesFrom vibrant silk saree to floor-length anarkali: Top ethnic fashion trends to turn heads this festive season
Get ready to make a statement this festive season with the latest ethnic fashion trends. Discover how to elevate your look and turn heads with style. | Fashion Trends Key Points
Hindustan TimesManipur violence spiked in three phases
The ethnic violence has killed nearly 150 people, injured over 500 and displaced more than 50,000. The sources claimed that prices of essential commodities didnt overshoot because the Centre ensured goods supply and security of highways. Union home ministry sources said first wave was from May 3-6 in which 59 people died; second was from May 25-31 in which 28 were killed; third was from June 12-29. Key Points
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IN PICS | 5 months of Manipur crisis with violence, deaths and protests
It has been 5 months since the ethnic violence in Manipur began. The conflict continues to deepen as tensions flare between the Meitei and Kuki communities, with no justice in sight despite deaths and hate crimes. Key Points
India TodayAditya Birla Fashion to raise up to ₹800 crore for TCNS acquisition
For funding, we probably need about ₹700 to 800 crore through external debt, which we will have to raise... The remaining ₹800 crore will be funded through internal accruals, Ashish Dikshit, managing director of ABFRL told ET. Our balance sheet is strong enough to raise that. Key Points
Economic TimesIn Opposition’s visit to Manipur, Anurag Thakur’s challenge and a request
As 21 MPs from the Opposition bloc I.N.D.I.A visited Manipur to assess ethnic violence, Aurag Thakur challenges it to speak against incidents in West Bengal and Rajasthan. Key Points
mintKriti Sanon, Huma Qureshi and others attend Kanika Dhillon's house-warming party
Huma decked up in ethnic wear, while Kriti and Tamannaah opted for casual co-ord sets. Taapsee looked stunning in a saree. | Fashion Trends Key Points
Hindustan TimesManipur violence: No home to return to, say survivors
The clash between the Meiteis and Kukis in Manipur has claimed 60 lives so far. It left thousands displaced, homes razed to the ground and places of worship destroyed. Key Points
Economic Times
Will travel to Manipur to resolve all disputes: Union Home Minister Amit Shah
Since May 3, when the ethnic violence erupted in 11 of the 16 districts in Manipur, indefinite curfew was imposed and internet services were suspended. In Manipur so far 71 people have been killed, 300 people injured including police personnel, nearly 1,700 houses were burnt, and more than 200 vehicles destroyed. Key Points
Economic TimesFleet of fuel trucks ambushed in Manipur, driver rushed to hospital with bullet injuries
Armed miscreants opened fire at tankers three days ahead of elections in restive state. Security measures intensified, say police. Key Points
ThePrintManipur violence: Wife of freedom fighter burnt alive inside her house
Ethnic clashes in Manipur have turned violent, with reports of a freedom fighter's wife being burned alive in her house. The clashes began over protests regarding the inclusion of the Meitei community in the category of Scheduled Tribes. Key Points
mintManipur violence: SC commences hearing, state proposes to set up district level SITs to probe cases
The Supreme Court of India has begun hearing a number of petitions related to ethnic violence in Manipur. The Manipur state government has proposed to form special investigation teams led by district superintendents of police to probe cases relating to violence. 11 of the most sensitive cases will be investigated by the CBI. Key Points
Economic TimesPreity Zinta to Huma Qureshi, who wore what at Baba Siddique’s Iftar party
Baba Siddique’s Iftar party was a star-studded affair as the A-listers from the film industry dropped by to celebrate together. Here's what they wore. | Fashion Trends Key Points
Hindustan Times
Aditya Birla Fashion to acquire 51% stake in TCNS Clothing for ₹1,650 crore
Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail has agreed to acquire TCNS Clothing, the owner of Indian ethnic brands W, Aurelia, Wishful, Folksong, and Elleven, in a deal worth ₹1,650 crore .ABFRL’s ethnic wear portfolio is expected to reach ₹5,000 crore in the next three years, the company said. The deal is subject to regulatory approval. Key Points
The HinduManipur violence: What provoked ethnic clashes? What govt saying? EXPLAINER
Manipur violence: At least 120 killed in ethnic clashes so far; curfew and internet shutdown remain in force. Opposition accuses PM Modi of inaction. Key Points
mintAlia Bhatt in off-white suit and no-makeup look serves a fuss-free ethnic fit
Alia Bhatt wore an off-white silk suit set to attend Sanjay Leela Bhansali's birthday bash. It serves a fuss-free ethnic look to slay your bridesmaid duties. | Fashion Trends Key Points
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