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Del Monte Foods announces Abhinav Kapoor as new CEO
Abhinav Kapoor was previously vice president, sales at VIP Industries, where he was overseeing P&L, multiple channels and sales, the company said in a statement, adding that Kapoor has over two decades of experience in sales and distribution within consumer businesses. He has previously held leadership positions at Cavinkare, Britannia Industries, Mondelez and Marico, the statement said.
'It's like a R-rated movie marathon': Bengaluru CID investigators show unease with series of VIP sex scandals
In Bengaluru, CID detectives are grappling with a series of high-profile sex scandals, including cases involving prominent figures like former MP Prajwal Revanna and ex-Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa. According to a TOI report by H M Chaithanya Swamy, CID officers are overwhelmed by the explicit nature of evidence and emotional toll of the investigations. They express fatigue and discomfort in handling sensitive material amidst intense public scrutiny and political pressure.
Alan Jackson 'Last Call' Concert Tour - When and where to buy tickets | Complete schedule
Alan Jackson, a Country Music Hall of Fame member, will be performing at Last Call: One More for the Road tour. This will be the last time he will be performing in various cities.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock action on Tuesday
Indian shares closed marginally higher in a special session conducted on Saturday for stock exchanges to test a failsafe system for equity trading.
Char Dham Yatra: Uttarakhand govt extends ban on VIP darshan till May 31
Uttarakhand govt extends VIP Darshan ban for Char Dham Yatra till May 31 due to surge in pilgrims. Registration mandatory with health guidelines. 26 lakh devotees register for Yatra starting on May 10. Char Dham Yatra holds spiritual significance, covers pilgrimage route, and offers travel options. 'Char Dham' means four holy sites.
Uttarakhand implements mobile phone ban near Kedarnath Temple during Chardham Yatra
The Uttarakhand government has banned the use of mobile phones within a 50-meter radius of the Kedarnath temple during the ongoing Chardham Yatra to ensure a smooth darshan experience. Strict enforcement with penalties is in place, and district authorities have been instructed to enforce the ban. Devotees are urged to comply with the guidelines to maintain the temple's sanctity. Additionally, the government has issued new guidelines for the Chardham Yatra, requiring registration and urging restraint to ensure a safe and peaceful pilgrimage.
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Etihad had it coming, Air India, take notes
A recent incident involving a CEO's 6-year-old daughter critiquing her business-class flight on Etihad Airways has highlighted the potential influence of children on high-end air travel preferences. The girl's candid review, shared by her father, highlighted dissatisfaction with aspects like the absence of friends onboard, lack of chocolate in the kids' meal, and the delayed start of in-flight entertainment.
From Coachella to Tomorrowland: Inside the world of high-demand concert tourism
From Coachella to Taylor Swift’s much-talked-about Singapore performance, travellers are paying big bucks to catch overseas concerts.
Dream of dining in space? US chef offers gourmet experience for Rs 4 crore
Deep-pocketed food enthusiasts and space aficionados will soon have the opportunity to indulge in a unique dining experience amidst the stratosphere. The cost for this extravagant adventure? Nearly $500,000 per ticket. Remarkably, within less than 24 hours of the announcement, numerous individuals have already expressed interest in participating.
Flipkart launches same-day delivery service
Ecommerce giant Flipkart be rolling out same-day delivery of products for its customers in over 20 cities from February. Flipkart said that for orders placed before 1 pm, products will be delivered before midnight of the same day. The service will be available to all customers with no extra charge.
Netflix builds a ‘Squid Game’ universe as it awaits a second season
On Wednesday, Netflix will unveil its latest live experience, based on the dystopian hit show in which desperate South Koreans competed in a brutal contest of simple schoolyard games for a prize of 45.6 billion won (about $38 million). Winners moved closer to the money. Losers died.
Game streaming startup Loco lays off 40 staffers
According to multiple Loco employees ET spoke to, the company’s daily active user (DAUs) base has seen a dip recently and the launch of its VIP programme is yet to generate noteworthy interest from users. However, Ashwin Suresh, one of the founders, refuted any drop in Loco's DAU.
Luggage industry insulated from slump: Samsonite India head
In the past few years, the luggage industry has grown steadily, led by changing lifestyles, growing middle class and availability of low-cost airfares. Samsonite said it has seen 38.4% overall sales growth from India during the first half of 2023
New chairman of Tirumala Trust promises to eliminate VIP culture at Tirupati temple
Bhumana Karunakar Reddy, the new chairman of Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), aims to end the VIP culture at the holy temple. He emphasized prioritizing exceptional services for common devotees and urged VIPs to refrain from exerting pressure on the TTD administration for VIP darshan tickets. The temple draws between 50,000 and 100,000 pilgrims daily, and crowds reach 500,000 on important occasions.
ETPWLA 2023: Announcing the nominees for the Finance Leader of the Year Award
As the grand finale of the ETPrime Women Leadership Awards (ETPWLA) 2023 draws near, the Economic Times is excited to unveil the exceptional nominees for the esteemed Finance Leader of the Year Award. These female executives have set unparalleled benchmarks and achieved extraordinary milestones in the field of finance management and leadership throughout the preceding year. Their groundbreaking contributions have reshaped the landscape of financial excellence.
ETPWLA 2023: Meet the shortlisted nominees ahead of the Grand Finale in August
Ahead of the ETPWLA 2023 grand finale on August 4, 2023, ET is proud to announce the shortlisted nominees — women leaders, trailblazers, and changemakers — who have taken a significant leap in leadership, setting new benchmarks and achieving new milestones over the past year in their respective fields.
What Jio's VIP Box platform offers for IPL fans, how to log in and other features
Jio's VIP Box platform offers exclusive fan interactive content from all 10 IPL teams. Some experiences include taking a selfie with the teams through AI, AR, and digital technology
Writer-mental health advocate Aparna Piramal Raje shares her struggle with bipolar disorder on LinkedIn
Piramal revealed she had a "maniac episode'' five years ago.
After Virat Kohli room-invasion controversy in Australia, desi hotels upgrade privacy settings for VIP guests
For those in the hospitality business, the episode was a stark reminder of how fragile guest relations can get.
A year of wild human experiences: Plan 2023 calendar with Burning Man, Mardi Gras & Oktoberfest
Here's a list of the most mind-blowing human experiences in the world.
Budget-related stocks to be in focus next week; 8 scrips to keep an eye on: Vaishali Parekh
Key levels would be 17,770-17,800 on the downside and 18,250 zone on the upside which if breached decisively can trigger for fresh upside move
Flipkart launches metaverse shopping experience with Flipverse
More than 15 brands have so far signed up with the company to launch and display around 100 products on Flipverse. This is the first such instance of a traditional ecommerce company launching a Web3 service.
Expect strong demand momentum and pricing power in hotel industry over next 3-5 years: Pankaj Murarka
“The hotel sector is in the middle of a very strong demand environment. Usually, the second quarter tends to be a weaker quarter for travel companies, especially hotels but this time around, Q2 has been very strong and going into the seasonally strong Q3 and H2, Indian Hotels or probably the entire hotel industry will report numbers which will probably be the strongest they have ever reported in the last decade.”
In the line of faith: Recounting an unforgettable experience at Sri Harmandir Sahib
Given that well over one lakh people visit this unbelievably beautiful and serene gurudwara on weekends, the queue was not unexpected, despite the sapping dry heat. What surprised me was that we managed to stand in line for so long and reach the shrine to kneel, pay our respects and pray for blessings.
DreamSetGo becomes first official Indian fan experience partner for Chelsea
For the younger Chelsea fans in India, DreamSetGo will offer experience with the chance to travel to the club's training ground in Cobham and take part in their training sessions, led by experienced Chelsea Foundation coaches, the statement said.
Sharad Pawar says VIPs should avoid visits to flood-affected areas
These VIP visits put unnecessary pressure on local machinery and authorities and divert their focus from rescue and evacuation work, the former Union minister said.
England sheds agonizing history by knocking out Germany
Prince William, wife Kate and 7-year-old Prince George were also there celebrating, as fans just like their subjects rather than royalty.
Preakness becomes 1st horse race to make digital souvenir NFTs, tokens include VIP tickets, a visit to the winner's circle
The video NFT copy of 1973 Preakness victory is available for purchase.
Tamannaah Bhatia starrer Tamil crime thriller 'November Story' to stream on Disney+ Hotstar VIP on May 20
Bhatia plays the role of a woman who takes it upon herself to save her father from being punished for murder.
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