Student loan payments haven’t stopped during the shutdown: Here’s what borrowers can and can’t do – The Times of India

Student loan payments haven’t stopped during the shutdown: Here’s what borrowers can and can’t do – The Times of India

US student loan forgiveness delayed as shutdown stalls approvals. (AI Image) As the US government shutdown continues, federal student loan borrowers remain responsible for making their monthly payments, despite significant disruptions across federal agencies. A memo from the Department of Education issued in late September confirmed that student loan repayments are not paused, even as…

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‘Thamma’: Did Aneet Padda’s look as Shakti Shalini in post-credit scene leak online? | – The Times of India

‘Thamma’: Did Aneet Padda’s look as Shakti Shalini in post-credit scene leak online? | – The Times of India

Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, Nawazuddin Siddiqui and their Bollywood friends came together under one roof to catch the screening of the highly anticipated film ‘Thamma’. Rashmika added a pop of colour to the evening in her white and green salwar suit, while Ayushmann rocked an all-black look, contrasting perfectly with Nawaz’s all-white look. As photos…

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Neeru Bajwa is all about food and fun on Diwali; says ‘Basically, I eat mithai for dinner’ – Exclusive | – The Times of India

Neeru Bajwa is all about food and fun on Diwali; says ‘Basically, I eat mithai for dinner’ – Exclusive | – The Times of India

Amid the festive vibes and Diwali celebrations, we sat for a candid conversation with Pollywood queen Neeru Bajwa. The renowned actress, while speaking with us, shared that when it comes to Diwali, it is all about the tradition, food, and fun. From eating mithai (sweets) for dinner to visiting Gurudwara, she candidly shared her Diwali…

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BAN vs WI, 1st ODI: Rishad Hossain’s career-best 6/35 leads Bangladesh to 74-run win over West Indies | Cricket News – The Times of India

BAN vs WI, 1st ODI: Rishad Hossain’s career-best 6/35 leads Bangladesh to 74-run win over West Indies | Cricket News – The Times of India

Bangladesh’s Rishad Hossain (AP Photo/Altaf Qadri) Bangladesh’s Rishad Hossain delivered an exceptional performance with career-best figures of 6/35, leading his team to a 74-run victory over West Indies in the opening match of their three-match ODI series on Saturday.His bowling figures stand as the second-best by a Bangladesh bowler in ODIs, following Mashrafe Bin Mortaza’s…

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GST rate cuts: 30 daily-use items see bigger-than-expected price drops; government monitoring prices – The Times of India

GST rate cuts: 30 daily-use items see bigger-than-expected price drops; government monitoring prices – The Times of India

Post the Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate cuts effective September 22, prices of 30 out of 54 daily-use items monitored by the government have seen more-than-expected reductions, while others are yet to fully reflect the intended benefits. The government is working with industry players to ensure further retail price drops where needed.As per news…

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Gold rally to continue? HSBC forecasts ,000/oz in early 2026 amid sustained safe-haven demand; 2025 average raised to ,455 – The Times of India

Gold rally to continue? HSBC forecasts $5,000/oz in early 2026 amid sustained safe-haven demand; 2025 average raised to $3,455 – The Times of India

HSBC on Friday projected that gold prices could surge to $5,000 an ounce in the first half of 2026, driven by geopolitical risks, economic uncertainty, and a wave of new market participants. As per news agency Reuters, the bank also raised its average gold price forecast for 2025 to $3,455 per ounce from $3,355, while…

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ICC Women’s World Cup: New Zealand-Pakistan clash abandoned without result; Fourth washout in Colombo | Cricket News – The Times of India

ICC Women’s World Cup: New Zealand-Pakistan clash abandoned without result; Fourth washout in Colombo | Cricket News – The Times of India

The New Zealand-Pakistan match ended without a result as rain ended up playing spoilsport (Images via Getty Images) Rain once again spoiled proceedings at the Women’s World Cup as the clash between Pakistan and New Zealand at R. Premadasa Stadium was abandoned on Saturday, marking the fourth washout of the tournament at the venue.Pakistan were…

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US university campuses are becoming battlegrounds of ideological indoctrination: Can education stop fueling violence? – The Times of India

US university campuses are becoming battlegrounds of ideological indoctrination: Can education stop fueling violence? – The Times of India

US university campuses and ideological indoctrination: Impact on violence and academic freedom. (AI Image) The recent killings of conservative activist Charlie Kirk and a deadly school shooting in Minneapolis have intensified concerns about ideology-driven violence in the US. These tragic incidents have sparked debate over the role university environments may play in fostering divisions that…

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Love America, hate Trump: ‘No Kings’ rallies across US diss Donald – The Times of India

Love America, hate Trump: ‘No Kings’ rallies across US diss Donald – The Times of India

The TOI correspondent from Washington: Millions of Americans gathered at more than 2500 demonstrations across a deeply polarized United States in what protestors characterised as a “No Kings” movement and what the ruling MAGA dispensation called “Hate America rallies.” The mass mobilisation, the second one since President Donald Trump took office in January, echoed the…

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