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Vijay calls emergency meeting of TVK MLAs amid allegations of misconduct and Opposition attack
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and TVK founder C Joseph Vijay has called an emergency meeting of party MLAs on Wednesday amid allegations of misconduct against legislators and mounting Opposition criticism. The meeting is expected to focus on party discipline, public conduct and addressing citizens’ grievances.
BDR Pharma to acquire Acme’s oral solid formulations business
BDR Pharma will acquire a controlling stake in Acme Formulation’s oral solid formulations business from existing shareholders, led by private equity firm PAG. The deal will strengthen BDR’s contract development and manufacturing (CDMO) platform by adding capabilities in thyroid, women’s healthcare and general medicines.
Canva layoffs 2026: CEO Melanie Perkins plans to give away 80% of her billion-dollar fortune as company announces 22% job reductions
Canva CEO: Canva CEO Melanie Perkins has drawn attention amid the company's decision to cut 1,271 jobs, affecting 22% of its workforce. Perkins has also pledged to donate more than 80% of her wealth to charity. The billionaire co-founder, who built Canva from a small start-up into a $42 billion company, signed The Giving Pledge with her husband Cliff Obrecht in 2021.
Inside Demi Lovato's $7 million Studio City modern farmhouse in Los Angeles
Demi Lovato’s $7 million Studio City home is a modern farmhouse. It has a psychedelic interior and a recording studio. The 8,500 sq ft home has 6 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms. The property has a home theatre, a gym, a saltwater pool and a guest house. The home was designed in collaboration with Argyle Design founders Kat Bell and James Drew.
Aamir Khan’s superstar heroine, ‘Queen of Kollywood’ bid goodbye to showbiz after marriage. Now she is rarely on social media, her home has no television. Husband says: 'We only have...'
Asin Thottumkal was once one of the heartthrobs in South Cinema, and she had hit pairings with superstars such as Vijay, Ravi Teja, Aamir Khan, and Salman Khan. However, she bid goodbye to cinema in 2016 after tying the knot with entrepreneur Rahul Sharma. She had mostly shied away from the limelight since then. Her husband recently opened up on what she had been up to.
Meet Catherine Tan-Gillespie, who started washing dishes at 13 for £1.20 an hour; years later, she became KFC's US president
Catherine Tan-Gillespie is the president of KFC'S US business. At 13, she started washing dishes at Beefeater, a now-defunct British restraint chain and earned £1.20 an hour. She later worked at the ice cream machine and eventually became an assistant general manager at the restraint chain. She is the first person in her family to attend college.
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She has $2.6 billion but still works 14 hours a day: Why the world’s youngest self-made woman billionaire can't slow down
Luana Lopes Lara, the 30-year-old co-founder and COO of Kalshi, has an estimated net worth of $2.6 billion and is the world's youngest self-made female billionaire. Despite her wealth, she continues to work 12 to 14 hours a day and rarely takes time off. In an interview with Fortune, Lara said her lifestyle has changed little because she has always been focused on building Kalshi. The prediction market company's valuation has surged amid growing investor interest, even as its sports-related contracts face legal challenges in the United States.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s family once could barely afford food. Today, beyond acting, her two new business ventures are celebrating big wins
Samantha Ruth Prabhu achieved huge milestones with her film Maa Inti Bangaaram and her fragrance line Secret Alchemist. The film has reportedly crossed Rs 100 crore at the global box office. Her business venture has generated Rs 120 crore in revenue. Read on as the actress and mother-to-be opens up about her journey towards authenticity and the connectedness of ambition.
In 1912, Beulah Louise Henry patented a vacuum ice cream freezer; it became the first of more than 100 inventions that made her famous as “Lady Edison”
Beulah Louise Henry, often referred to as Lady Edison, was a groundbreaking inventor who created over 100 innovative products throughout her life. Her remarkable inventions encompassed an ice cream freezer, various sewing tools, and the first copy machine. Despite her lack of a formal engineering background, Henry adeptly safeguarded and monetized her creations. This highlights the ongoing challenges women inventors face, underscoring the critical need for diversity in innovation.
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke, Neha Bora released a day after Tiranga protest detentions
Abhijeet Dipke and Neha Bora were released after their detention ahead of a protest in Connaught Place. The protest, titled 'Lehra Do Tiranga', resulted in clashes between police and protesters. Over 150 protesters were detained, and multiple FIRs were registered for violating prohibitory orders. A Supreme Court-appointed committee has launched a portal for complaints related to the violence in July 2026.
Lauren Sánchez learned to fly at 40 and then launched Black Ops Aviation and wrote a book: ‘When you're so used to failing at things...’
At 40, Lauren Sánchez took to the skies and founded Black Ops Aviation, inspired by her parents' flight school. After earning her pilot's license, she penned a children's book, The Fly Who Flew to Space. Overcoming challenges such as dyslexia has hardened her resolve, and she aims to inspire women to chase careers in aviation.
Who is Ilhan Omar’s husband Tim Mynett? What to know about his political career and past as federal agents search her home
Ilhan Omar’s home was searched by federal agents as part of a criminal investigation, renewing attention on her husband, Tim Mynett. Mynett is a political consultant who worked on the congresswoman's campaign. Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar married Tim Mynett in March 2020. She was previously married to Ahmed Hirsi, with whom she shares three children
'People assume I do not know English': Sudha Murty reveals how women wearing sarees are not perceived as smart
Saree is worn by women all across the country. Yet, it is hardly considered proper corporate attire by many people in India. In a viral video, author-educator Sudha Murty lamented how people do not perceive women wearing a saree as smart, and she intends to challenge that view.
Meet Sara Blakely, billionaire who started Spanx with just $5,000 from selling fax machines, built it without a single investor, know her journey
Sara Blakely once sold fax machines to build Spanx with a simple clothing problem and $5,000 in savings. She turned one small idea into a successful business. Notably, she didn't take help from anyone to build the business. She used her sales experience, personal savings to build a business from an idea she developed while working a regular job.
How two friends’ side hustle became Amelie Teje, a multimillion-dollar fashion brand that found its way into Hailey Bieber’s wardrobe
Saskia Teje Jenkins and Paris Emily Nicholson, two closest friends, developed a hugely successful fashion brand AMELIE TEJE together in only 5 years.
New Zealand’s endangered bird Kākāpō population jumps to 325 after 90 chicks join count, but a new problem emerges
The population of New Zealand's endangered kākāpō has dramatically increased from 51 to 325 birds, thanks to a fruitful breeding season that produced 90 adorable chicks. This success is bittersweet, however, as conservationists now face the daunting task of sourcing predator-free habitats to support this growth. The ultimate aim is to create a safe haven on Rakiura/Stewart Island, but the species continues to rely heavily on protected environments for survival.
In 2018, a California couple invested $5,000 in Bala; today, their fitness brand generates more than $30 million in annual sales
Natalie Holloway, Co-Founder and CEO of Bala, shares how she and co-founder Max developed the fitness brand from a $5,000 beginning into a business generating more than $30 million in annual sales. After identifying limitations in traditional wrist and ankle weights, the founders spent two years prototyping while working full-time before testing demand through Kickstarter.
The spirit of enterprise: How Jaipur’s MSMEs and startups are reshaping Rajasthan’s global ambitions
Jaipur’s MSMEs and startups are contributing to Rajasthan's economy and strengthening its global exports. To understand the landscape and recognise the people behind the ‘Pink City’s’ enterprises, woven with the rich history of the town, the Economic Times team made a documentary. It is an attempt at highlighting key voices, from industry leaders to grassroots innovators, shaping the city.
LPU Protest Explained: What happened at Lovely Professional University? How a rape allegation led to violent student unrest
LPU Protest Reason: LPU protests erupted on September 27 after a rape allegation involving a female student at Lovely Professional University in Punjab. Students are demanding justice, stronger hostel security and accountability. Police have registered a case and formed an SIT to investigate. The university has suspended classes for 10 days and postponed mid-term exams.
Samrat Choudhary holds talks with LPU founder for safety of Bihar students amid campus violence in Punjab
Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary spoke to LPU founder Ashok Mittal regarding student safety during campus unrest. Students reportedly vandalized property and blocked a highway over a serious allegation against an outsider. Classes at LPU have been suspended for ten days while midterm examinations are postponed indefinitely. Students are permitted to return home after consulting their families if they choose to do so.
LPU protest: FIR filed over alleged rape as students block NH-44; SIT formed
Students at Lovely Professional University in Punjab protested after claims surfaced about a female student being raped. The management denied any such incident, calling the allegations false and fabricated. A heavy police presence was deployed as students blocked a major highway, creating significant traffic disruption. Police registered a rape case and established a special investigation team to look into the claims.
Virtual pharma API firm HRV preparing for IPO, DRHP likely in H1 of 2027: Sources
HRV Pharma CEO Hari Kiran Chereddi says investing in capacity at partner facilities, exploring acquisitions for market access; forecasts Rs 1,000 crore revenue in FY28
You Can See Everything trailer out: Know all about Elizabeth Holmes and Nathan Fielder before watching the doc
A24 has released a new trailer for the documentary You Can See Everything, which focuses on Elizabeth Holmes. The film chronicles her final days of freedom and life during imprisonment in Texas. Directed by Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim, the documentary aims to present Holmes' perspective on her legal saga. It is set to be released in theaters across the US on October 16.
Bengaluru-based startup founder says he stopped recruiting men from Bihar, UP, Rajasthan, MP; netizens divided over reason
A Bengaluru entrepreneur has announced a hiring restriction covering male candidates from Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Bihar and Madhya Pradesh, citing an alleged incident involving a former employee. Karthik SG said the employee had been dismissed after warnings over alleged abusive conduct towards female staff. The announcement drew mixed online responses, with users debating individual screening, workplace safety and state-based hiring decisions.
In 2015, a Theranos photo shoot left photographer Benjamin Rasmussen with questions about Elizabeth Holmes and the carefully controlled world the company wanted the cameras to show
In 2015, photographer Benjamin Rasmussen took portraits of Elizabeth Holmes at Theranos, which had recently faced scrutiny. The public-relations team heavily managed the photo shoot, attempting to shape Holmes's image amid increasing skepticism. Despite restrictions, Rasmussen cleverly captured candid images of Holmes that contrasted with her public persona. Years later, as Theranos collapsed, Rasmussen reflected on the discrepancies between the company's image and reality.
In 1967, Los Angeles Zoo began breeding mountain tapirs from one pair, and the effort still shapes the species today
The Los Angeles Zoo launched its mountain tapir breeding program in 1967, starting with a single pair. A significant achievement followed in 1977, marking the first birth of this species in captivity. Mountain tapirs are slow reproducers and are under threat from poaching and habitat destruction. Their captive lineage faces genetic diversity issues due to the narrow selection of founding animals.
A family trip to Thailand and a suitcase packed with snacks sparked four sisters’ childhood dream of building a business together, eventually leading them to launch a popcorn brand that now generates around $7,000 a month
Four sisters turned a childhood dream into a business after a family trip to Thailand. They launched Party Of, a popcorn brand with Thai-inspired flavors. This venture grew from homemade batches into a consistent revenue-generating side business. Scaling production presented significant operational challenges and required strategic adjustments. The sisters learned valuable lessons about product-market fit and financial management.
CJP convenor Abhijeet Dipke seeks MPSC chairman's resignation over 'corruption' allegations, slams Maharashtra CM Fadnavis
Abhijeet Dipke of CJP demanded MPSC reforms and chairman Vivek Bhimanwar's resignation. He highlighted state unemployment and criticized Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. Dipke urged aspirants to post videos online for Bhimanwar's removal. He linked alleged corruption to Fadnavis and questioned fund usage for political gains. Dipke also cited examples of student protests leading to government action and resignations.
In 1981, a dog in Wyoming accidentally killed a small creature. This ironically, brought back an almost extinct species. Decades later, cloning is keeping its genes alive
More than 40 years ago, a dog unexpectedly killed an animal which was believed to have become extinct – a black-footed ferret. This discovery led to a remarkable conservation initiative. From just 18 known survivors, hundreds have now been reintroduced across the Great Plains. Decades later, scientists even cloned the species using cells preserved in a freezer for years.
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