Germany’s giant Christmas tree lit in Dortmund: Built from 1,200 spruces, touted as world’s largest — video

Dortmund, Germany, has officially kicked off the festive season by illuminating its colossal 45-meter Christmas tree. Constructed from 1,200 Norway spruces and adorned with 140,000 LED lights, this impressive installation has been a market centerpiece since 1996. Hundreds gathered to witness the spectacle, with residents viewing it as a cherished start to holiday celebrations.

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YouTuber calls Ahaan Panday ‘Douchebag’ and ‘Chain Smoker’—Admits he ‘killed it’ in acting scene

Ahaan Panday is basking in the success of ‘Saiyaara,’ directed by Mohit Suri, with audiences praising his performance. A resurfaced clip features YouTuber Nikhil Pandey recalling an acting workshop where Ahaan, despite being often late and a self-confessed chain smoker, impressed with his acting skills. Nikhil specifically highlighted Ahaan’s commitment and skill in a challenging…

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Explained: Why Pakistan might not qualify for LA 2028 Olympics cricket

Cricket returns to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. However, a highly anticipated India-Pakistan match may not happen. The tournament’s qualification process and format present challenges. USA’s host entry also impacts team selection. Pakistan’s participation depends on rankings and qualifier outcomes. Group stages and knockouts will determine potential matchups. Cricket fans might miss this intense rivalry…

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Zepto CEO Aadit Palicha to employees in town hall: When we started, we were number 7 and we are number 2 now; but the challenge now is…

Quick commerce startup Zepto has laid off approximately 300 employees, transferring them to third-party providers as part of a significant cost-efficiency drive. This move follows a substantial $450 million funding round that valued the company at $7 billion. Zepto is also cutting other operational expenses to bolster its competitive position in India’s rapidly growing quick…

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ICICI Bank’s new Rs 50,000 balance rule: Minimum balance norms up to individual banks, says RBI governor

The RBI has clarified that individual banks determine Minimum Average Balance (MAB) requirements for savings accounts. While some private banks like ICICI Bank are increasing MAB to ₹50,000 for new urban customers, many public sector banks are eliminating penalties for non-maintenance to improve financial accessibility. This divergence reflects banks’ independent decisions on balance requirements and…

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