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CBDT Grants Tax Exemption to Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board Effective from AY 2024-25

On November 12, 2024, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) issued a notification granting tax-exempt status to the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) under section 10(46A)(b) of the Income-tax Act, 1961. ...




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Direct Tax Code Overhaul Expected in Budget 2025 to Cut Litigation and Simplify Compliance

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Appeal filed beyond condonable period after writ proceedings disposal not maintainable

The Hon'ble Andhra Pradesh High Court, in the case of M/s Reddy Enterprises v. Appellate Authority & Additional Commissioner (ST), Vijayawada [Writ Petition No. 12355 of 2024 dated July 05, 2024] held that the appeal filed beyond condonable period after disposal of the writ petition in favour of the




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'He came through my window and claimed the bed': Random Cat Shows up at Person’s House, Falls Asleep in His Bed, and Instantly Becomes a Purrmanent House Guest

We think that everyone knows at this point that it's the cats who choose the humans and not the other way around. It has been proven time and time again, story after story, that is has now become a simple fact. There's a whole genre of content based on this phenomenon, a type of story that people title "not my cat" to capture those moments when cats simply walk into our lives and choose to stay. 

These cats may decide that you are now their adopted pawrents, or they may be a simple visitor in your home. Regardless, you have been chosen by them, and that means that you are now theirs. Which is exactly what happened in today's story. You, as the person here, will not know where the cat came from or what its purpose is until it decides to let you know about it. For the time being, you simply have a cat, and that's that. 




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'Don't be THAT person!': 15+ public library stories where entitled Karens, parents, and kids ruined everyone else's experience

Going to one's local public library should be a pleasant experience. Unfortunately, as is the case with any public setting, one's experience can be profoundly affected by the actions and behavior of random strangers. You could be in a movie theater, a coffee shop, or the post office and find similar entitled behavior from Karens, parents, and kids that has the potential to ruin your day. Let's take a moment to assess the myriad of ways in which the same phenomenon can occur in public libraries.

First, there's the strange people who sit next to you despite there being plenty of space for them to sit elsewhere. Then, there's the mess a group of kids may leave at a communal table. And, of course, there is the junk food that fully grown adults refuse to clean up after they are finished. This is the kind of entitlement that makes picking up a book feel like a Sisyphean endeavor. 

Keep scrolling below for this collection of mildly infuriating library moments. For more content like this, check out these frustrating movie theater fails.




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Bandai Namco Filmworks Releases 2nd Aura Battler Dunbine 'Experimental Video' With New Theme Song by MindaRyn

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Penn Jillette

"Channeling is just bad ventriloquism. You use another voice, but people can see your lips moving."





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Making Sense of Real-Time Operating Systems in 2024

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Fans can attend the red carpet for The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim World Premiere in London on Dec 3

On Tuesday December 3, London's iconic Leicester Square will host the World Premiere of the feature-length anime The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim ahead of the general film's release on December 13 (note: some locations, such as Japan, are actually getting it a little later).

There will be a slew of cast and crew from the film in attendance: Brian Cox, Gaia Wise, and Laurence Ubong Williams, as well as director Kenji Kamiyama, producers Philippa Boyens, Jason DeMarco, and Joseph Chou, and singer Paris Paloma. Carlos Laloli, Peter Jackson, Ken Kamis, Sam Register, Phoebe Gittins and Arty Papageorgiou will also be there.

Warner Bros. says it will be setting setting up a an area for a "limited number of fans to watch the red carpet arrivals". Warner Bros. also say they are setting up a ballot, and are taking applications for double passes.

Applications will close at 23:59 GMT Wednesday 20th November and winners will be drawn at random.

  • Click here to apply for access to the GENERAL ACCESS FAN AREA
  • Click here to apply for access to the ACCESSIBLE FAN AREA

In addition, there will be a live stream of the red carpet with details to be announced soon. Stay tuned, I guess!

Source: Warner Bros.








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Presidents Roasting By An Open Fire

President-elect Trump meets President Biden in the Oval Office.




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Suspended referee Coote facing fresh allegations

Referees' body PGMOL says it is taking new allegations around Premier League official David Coote "very seriously".




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Will Elon Musk be able to cut $2 trillion from US government spending?

The Tesla CEO claimed he could slash US spending by eradicating “waste”.




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BBC Introducing's Artist of the Year is surpassing own expectations

After a year of success, Myles Smith has been named BBC Introducing's Artist of the Year.




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The Papers: Labour to 'miss homes pledge' and 'pension megafunds' plan

Concerns over housing targets and plans to make councils merge their pension funds lead the papers.




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Watch: Moment police officer rescues man trapped in submerged car

The man told officers he "accidentally stepped on the gas too hard" driving the vehicle into a pool.




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Prosecutor seeks jail and election ban for Le Pen

Marine Le Pen would be banned from standing for president again at the next election if convicted.




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France mounts security operation for Israel match after Amsterdam violence

Thousands of police are deployed in Paris to ensure security at a France-Israel football international.




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Pharmacies vote to cut opening hours in funding protest

Pharmacists in England, Wales and Northern Ireland to reduce opening hours and stop home deliveries.




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Reeves plans ‘pensions megafunds’ in bid to boost investment

The chancellor wants to merge the UK's pension funds, but critics worry about the impact on savers.




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Pembrolizumab Shows Promise in Soft Tissue Sarcoma Care

bPembrolizumab, an immunotherapy medication/b, significantly enhanced disease-free survival when added to the standard of care for patients with advanced soft tissue sarcoma of the limb.




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Pembrolizumab Shows Promise in Soft Tissue Sarcoma Care

Discover how pembrolizumab, an immunotherapy drug, enhances disease-free survival in advanced soft tissue sarcoma, offering a promising treatment alternative.




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From Changing Diapers to Changing Lives: The Transition to Fatherhood

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Dubai hotel occupancy jumped during Diwali

Diwali celebrations helped Dubai’s hotel industry post its highest October occupancy level since 2012, according to preliminary data from CoStar. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information, and analytics in the property markets.




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Lopesan Hotel Group and Stoneweg Hospitality join forces to acquire Hotel Miguel Angel in Madrid

Lopesan Hotel Group, the leading hotel company from the Canary Islands, in partnership with the investment firm Stoneweg Hospitality, has acquired the Hotel Miguel Angel, previously owned by General Mediterranean Holding S.A SPF, an iconic luxury hotel in the heart of Madrid’s Paseo de la Castellana.




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Nearly Half of Europe’s Hotel Construction Pipeline is Under Construction at the end of Q3 2024

According to the Q3 2024 Europe Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report from Lodging Econometrics (LE), analysts report that the region’s total pipeline stands at 1,645 projects/244,548 rooms.




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Upscale and Upper Midscale Hotel Projects Dominate China’s Pipeline at Q3 2024, Commanding 59% of Total Construction Pipeline

In the Q3 2024 China Hotel Construction Pipeline Trend Report by Lodging Econometrics (LE), at the end of the quarter, China’s total hotel construction pipeline reached a record high project count of 3,853 projects with 703,312 rooms, up 4% by projects and 3% by rooms year-over-year (YOY).




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Mix of October events drove Melbourne hotel performance

A number of events, including multiple concerts by Olivia Rodrigo and Coldplay, lifted Melbourne hotel performance in October, according to preliminary data from CoStar. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information, and analytics in the property markets.




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25hours opens its first hotel in Asia

25hours Hotel The Oddbird throws open its doors to all daydreamers, night owls and urban nomads looking for something different in the urban jungle of Jakarta on 22 November 2024. Well-connected in the heart of the Sudirman Central Business District (SCBD) within District 8, 25hours Hotel Jakarta The Oddbird rises 38 stories above Ashta Mall in the charming Senopati district, a neighborhood that - despite the city’s reputation - can be easily explored by foot. The hotel offers 210 rooms, 135 residences for longer stays, eleven creative lounges, one ballroom and an outdoor pool with spa. Five restaurants and bars will gradually complete the property. For the design, 25hours has teamed up with the interior design studio 1508’ Singapore Studio, which creates extraordinary places worldwide. With 25hours Hotel The Oddbird, 25hours brings its own spirit and ’come as you are’ philosophy to Asia in the rapidly developing and vibrant city of Jakarta. It is place for those who live life on thei...




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Tharaldson Hospitality Management Celebrates Opening of Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Porter Ranch Los Angeles

Tharaldson Hospitality Management proudly announces the grand opening of their 88th hotel, the Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Porter Ranch Los Angeles. This milestone marks another significant achievement in THM’s continued expansion and commitment to delivering exceptional hospitality experiences. Located in the vibrant and rapidly growing area of Porter Ranch, CA, the new Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton boasts 100 modern and beautifully designed guest rooms, providing visitors with the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Guests can enjoy premium amenities, including complimentary breakfast, free Wi-Fi, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and a refreshing outdoor pool. The opening of this new hotel comes thanks to the hard work and dedication of the entire THM team, who have worked tirelessly to ensure a seamless and successful launch. THM extends sincere gratitude to every team member for their unwavering commitment and efforts. The Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Porter Ranch Lo...




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San Diego’s Revered CH Projects to Open Second Hotel, Baby Grand, in Coronado in Winter 2025

Acclaimed San Diego hospitality group CH Projects today announces its second hotel, Baby Grand, opening in early 2025. Situated across from the iconic Hotel Del Coronado in the town center on Orange Avenue, the hotel will be the first design hotel of its kind in two decades in the popular Southern California destination. The $17 million project by award-winning Brooklyn design firm Post Company will feature 31 keys and three new restaurant concepts. The design will thematically reference the area’s coastal setting paired with CH Projects’ signature maximalism, striving to progress the social landscape of San Diego’s distinctive neighborhoods and cultures. CH Projects is behind some of the city’s most acclaimed restaurant and bar destinations, including Morning Glory, Youngblood, Born & Raised and more, as well as the trailblazing Lafayette Hotel and Club, the team’s first hotel project in North Park. "Coronado is such a unique element of San Diego’s layered persona. We wanted to creat...




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Radisson Hotel Group opens Kuwait’s first Park Inn by Radisson Hotel

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Radisson Hotel Mersin opens its doors

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2027 Opening Announced for The Langham, Kuala Lumpur

Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) and Artisan Hospitality, a joint venture led by a subsidiary of Singapore’s Oxley Holdings, are proud to announce the planned opening of The Langham, Kuala Lumpur in 2027. Part of the Oxley Towers KLCC complex, a premium property development situated in the prestigious Golden Triangle neighbourhood of the Malaysian capital’s central business district, the hotel will occupy the upper half of a lustrous new structure that boasts stunning cityscape views and seamless access to Petronas Twin Towers, KLCC Park, numerous shopping malls and Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. The project is the second Southeast Asia hotel to be announced by LHG this year, coming hot on the heels of recently publicised plans for The Langham, Customs House, Bangkok. The two properties will join the group’s multi-award-winning branch of The Langham in Jakarta, taking to three its footprint in a region fast shaping up to be a key source of growth. The Langham, Kuala Lumpur will house ...




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Avi Brosh’s Palisociety Announces Opening Of Le Petit Pali Brentwood In Los Angeles

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Revenue Management Christmas Cookies Recipe

It is that time of the year. Easter bunny gone, snow around the corner before the big slightly chubby guy in red comes down the chimney to give us presents.




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Booking.com’s DMA deadline is approaching — what can hoteliers expect?

On May 13th 2024, Booking.com was the only Online Travel Agency (OTA) to be designated as a “gatekeeper” under the EU’s new Digital Markets Act, meaning they had six months to comply with the law’s stringent regulations.




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Indian stock market opens in red as consolidation phase continues

Sensex was trading at 78,260 after slipping 414 points and Nifty was trading at 23,706 after dropping 167 points.




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Risk Management Expert Nitesh Khullar Drives ML/Al Adoption in Credit Modeling

Nitesh Khullar said Our ML/AI models can analyze vast amounts of alternative data, from social media activity to transaction histories, providing a more complete view of an applicant's financial health




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YC-Backed Startup Mem0 Launches Long-Term AI Memory Unlocking Personalized Interactions

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Mastering SEO for Web Applications: Strategies for a Competitive Edge

Arun Gopalakrishna emphasizes that effective SEO demands a holistic, adaptive approach. As search engines and user behaviors change, staying proactive is essential.




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Genetic mutation may help people stop craving sugary foods: Study

An international team of scientists has now found that a genetic mutation may enable people to cut down their sugar intake.




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Laapataa Ladies renamed as Lost Ladies: Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao host special screening amid Oscars campaign in NY

On November 12, a new poster for the film was revealed, accompanied by a caption that read, "Official entry: India. Best International Feature Film - 97th Academy Awards."




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Khushi Kapoor on dating amid relationship rumours with Vedang Raina; says 'keep personal life private'

The rumours of Khushi Kapoor and Vedang Raina dating have been going strong for a while now but the Archies co-stars have never publicly admitted to the same