‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ box office collection Day 14: Tom Holland starrer scores another Rs 100 crore in Week 2; India gross nears Rs 525 crore

Tom Holland’s Spider-Man: Brand New Day achieved Rs 100 crore in its second week. The film’s India net collection now stands at approximately Rs 438 crore. Discounted tickets boosted weekday sales significantly across major cinema chains. This superhero movie has already become the highest-earning Hollywood release in India. Spider-Man: Brand New Day is now nearing…

$13.5M Maryland project turns dredged sand into 70 acres of wetland for marsh birds

In an impressive $13.5 million initiative, 70 acres of tidal wetland habitat have been established. By reusing dredged river sediment, a previously eroding marsh area was restored, benefiting local wildlife and commercial shipping activities alike. The introduction of native salt marsh grasses has fortified this new terrain, enhancing its stability. As a result, Maryland’s shoreline…

‘Jana Nayagan’ box office collection day 21: Thalapathy Vijay film holds at Rs 65 lakhs; India net reaches Rs 194.35 Cr

Thalapathy Vijay’s film ‘Jana Nayagan’ maintained its steady theatrical run on Wednesday. The movie recorded Rs 65 lakhs in India net collection on its twenty-first day. Its overall India net collection has now reached Rs 194.35 crore. Worldwide gross collections for the film stand at Rs 319.57 crore. The H Vinoth directorial continues to perform…

Months after Dells’ $6.25bn ‘gift’, US Treasury sets new Trump Account paycheck rules

New rules from the US Treasury and IRS will allow payroll contributions to Trump Accounts. Employers can contribute up to $2,500 tax-free annually for employees’ dependent children. Employees will also have the option to make pre-tax paycheck contributions directly into these accounts. Michael and Susan Dell pledged $6.25 billion to fund this child savings initiative….

D4vd murder case takes chilling turn as prosecutors lay out new allegations in Celeste Rivas Hernandez’s death

D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, is facing trial over the alleged murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. A Los Angeles judge ruled prosecutors presented enough evidence for the case to proceed. Burke has pleaded not guilty. Prosecutors allege a secret relationship preceded Celeste’s death and have presented digital, forensic and other evidence….

Banks continue to garner FCNR deposits at a brisk pace

Indian banks are attracting foreign currency deposits at a brisk pace. Indian Bank and Central Bank of India have garnered substantial foreign currency deposits. The Reserve Bank of India’s special measures have brought in significant foreign exchange inflows. These measures are largely driven by FCNR(B) deposits, exceeding previous years’ collections. Banks can swap these deposits…

Rupee ends modestly higher on RBI intervention

On Wednesday, the Indian rupee experienced a modest increase, managing to withstand the upward pressure of crude oil prices. Support from the Reserve Bank of India’s dollar sales played a crucial role in maintaining a stable trading environment, with the rupee fluctuating between 95.25 and 95.44. Traders are optimistic, anticipating an even stronger performance for…