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For travellers, it means that holidays will now be a little easier on the wallet

GST cut makes festive travel lighter on the pocket

GST Council reduces tax rates on hotel stays and flights, making travel more affordable. Economy class tickets now at 5% GST, hotel rooms under Rs 7,500 taxed at 5%. Changes effective September 22, 2025, boosting domestic tourism during festive season.

Elevate your festive decor with dried flowers

Make use of dried flowers to elevate your home decor

Dried flowers offer versatile home decor options, from vase arrangements and gift bows to centerpieces and window decorations. They provide long-lasting, textural elements that can be creatively styled in traditional and contemporary ways during festive seasons.

Badshah attended the Paris Fashion Week, earlier this year

Exclusive| Badshah to attend the New York Fashion Week: ‘Thoroughly enjoy representing my culture, my people and my art’

Badshah attends New York Fashion Week, highlighting his commitment to representing Indian culture and art. Following his Paris debut, he sees fashion as integral to his identity, emphasizing collaboration, diversity, and personal style in the evolving hip-hop landscape.

A clip from Badshah's recent gig in New Jersey (US) went viral.

Exclusive| Badshah breaks silence on mocking Donald Trump at concert: ‘Hip-hop's about calling out absurdities of power'

Rapper Badshah mocked Donald Trump during a New Jersey concert by altering song lyrics, drawing cheers. He defended his spontaneous humor as hip-hop's way of challenging power, while also raising awareness about Punjab's flood crisis during his North American tour.

Joe Jonas' hilarious response to viral 'snorting' video is as viral

Joe Jonas shares hilarious response to viral backstage 'snorting' video, shuts up drug abuse allegations

Joe Jonas hilariously responds to a viral backstage video showing him rubbing his nose, dismissing drug abuse allegations with a cheeky "lol you never had a booger?" comment, effectively shutting down internet speculation about the incident.

Hansika Motwani's petition to quash the FIR against her has been dismissed by the Bombay High Court clearing the way to be tried for cruelty against her sister-in-law Nancy James

Hansika Motwani to be tried for cruelty against Nancy James in court

Actor Hansika Motwani and her mother face legal challenges after the Bombay High Court dismissed their petition to quash an FIR filed by her sister-in-law, Nancy James, involving allegations of domestic violence, cruelty, and marital interference.

The gol gappe stuffed with an avocado filling has divided Instagram users

Avocado in gol gappe? Social media torn over Delhi’s pani puri twist | Watch viral video

Delhi's Prince Chaat serves avocado-stuffed pani puri for 220, sparking social media debate. Food blogger Karan Marwah's viral review shows mixed reactions, with some embracing the fusion while others criticize the unconventional twist on the traditional street food.

With designers experimenting widely and celebrities making them a talking point, it is safe to say fringes have swung back into fashion.

From Deepika Padukone to Sabrina Carpenter, everyone’s swaying with fringes

Fringe is fashion's latest trend, evolving from bohemian roots to high-end design. Celebrities like Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Deepika Padukone showcase versatile, textured looks with metallic, architectural fringed pieces, transforming the style from festival wear to runway chic.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu

Samantha Ruth Prabhu: Haven't had a film release in two years, no 1000-crore films, yet I am the happiest I've ever been

Samantha Ruth Prabhu reveals her transformation after battling myositis, prioritizing health over career. Despite no film releases or blockbusters, she's happiest, focusing on gratitude and wellness, moving away from her previous anxious, success-driven self.

Navya Nair was traveling to Melbourne for an Onam event.

Exclusive | Navya Nair clarifies: Carrying flowers wasn't intentional; requests Aussie authorities for fine waiver

Malayalam actor Navya Nair was fined AUD 1,980 at Melbourne Airport for undeclared jasmine flowers in her hair. She has requested a fine waiver, explaining the oversight was unintentional and hopes authorities will consider her humanitarian appeal.

Ali Goni

Actor Aly Goni on Ganpati row: Trolling doesn’t bother me anymore

Actor Aly Goni responds to Ganpati celebration controversy, emphasizing respect for all religions. He dismisses trolls, stating misinterpretation hurts more than criticism. Grateful for fan support, he sees social media attacks as a normal part of celebrity life.

Nominations for DUSU Elections 2025 began on Wednesday.

DUSU Elections 2025: Campus or Cantt? DU's North Campus turned into fortress days ahead of September 18 polls

Delhi University's North Campus transformed into a high-security zone for DUSU elections on September 18. Over 175 security personnel, including police and paramilitary forces, were deployed to maintain strict order during nominations and campaigning.

Eric Stonestreet and Lindsay Schweitzer

Modern Family’s Cameron just got married, here’s everything to know about the wedding and his bride

Eric Stonestreet married Lindsay Schweitzer on September 8 at their Kansas City home. The actor, known for Modern Family, celebrated between their birthdays with a small wedding, receiving congratulations from co-stars like Jesse Tyler Ferguson.

India's Suryakumar Yadav takes a catch to dismiss United Arab Emirates' Junaid Siddique

Netizens laud Suryakumar Yadav's ‘nice gesture’ for withdrawing run-out appeal against UAE batter in Asia Cup 2025

Suryakumar Yadav withdrew a run-out appeal against UAE's Junaid Siddique after a towel distraction, showcasing sportsmanship. India later dominated the match, winning easily by nine wickets and bowling UAE out for just 57 runs.

Rani Kapur with son Sunjay and daughter Mandhira.

Exclusive | Sunjay Kapur's sister Mandhira on Samaira, Kiaan Raj being dragged in the estate feud: Sad the kids were…

Sunjay Kapur's children challenged his will in Delhi High Court, seeking part of his Rs 30,000-crore estate. His sister Mandhira expressed sadness about the legal battle, emphasizing family's previous good relations and hope for resolution.

Catch It Live on Thursday, 11 September 2025.

HT City Delhi Junction: Catch It Live on 11 September 2025

Multiple cultural events in Delhi-NCR on September 11: MEERA dance-drama at Kamani Auditorium, Harqatt Live at Studio XO Bar, "8 Stories, 8 Songs" at Shri Ram Centre, comedy show with Ravi Gupta at The Laugh Store. Art exhibition "UNVEILED" runs September 10-14 at Visual Arts Gallery.

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