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Aalim Hakim is widely regarded as India’s most expensive barber, known for charging a fixed ₹1 lakh per haircut. This price remains the same for everyone, whether it’s a top Bollywood actor or a cricketing superstar. His client list includes major names like Salman Khan and Virat Kohli, who trust him for his signature, cutting-edge styles. No other Indian barber comes close to matching Aalim’s pricing. Even senior stylists working at his salons typically charge between ₹18,000 and ₹20,000, which is only a fraction of Aalim’s personal rate. Across India, the general range for premium haircuts falls between ₹900 and…

Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai received a total compensation of $10.72 million in 2024—a significant decrease from the $226 million he earned in 2022. The reduction is attributed to the absence of a triennial stock award, which is granted once every three years. His base salary, however, remained unchanged at $2 million. The rest of his income came from stock-related earnings and other corporate benefits. Security Spending Sees Major Increase Despite the salary drop, Alphabet increased its spending on Pichai’s personal security to $8.27 million in 2024, a 22% rise from $6.78 million in 2023. The company cited Pichai’s extensive travel…

Prasanna Sankar, co-founder of the $10-billion workforce management platform Rippling, has made his mark in the tech industry. With an estimated net worth of $1 billion (₹9,000 crore), Sankar has become one of the latest Indian-origin entrepreneurs to achieve billionaire status. His wealth primarily comes from Rippling, a platform that streamlines HR, IT, and finance operations for businesses. The Journey to a Billion-Dollar Fortune Sankar, also known as Prasanna Sankaranarayanan, has had a remarkable career in technology. A highly skilled programmer, he was once India’s top-ranked coder on platforms like TopCoder and Google Code Jam. He pursued his computer science degree at the National Institute of Technology (NIT)…

Indian Railways, one of the world’s largest rail networks, handles millions of passengers daily while generating significant revenue. Among its 7,308 stations, New Delhi Railway Station has emerged as the highest-earning station in India for the 2023-24 fiscal year. New Delhi Railway Station: The Highest Earner With an impressive revenue of Rs 3,337 crore, New Delhi Railway Station stands as the richest railway station in India. This revenue comes from multiple sources, including ticket sales, platform fees, commercial advertisements, and leasing spaces for shops and services. A Bustling Transport Hub Apart from being the top revenue generator, New Delhi Railway…

For over four decades, Playboy has been one of the most widely read men’s magazines, selling over seven million copies per issue by the early 1970s. Founded in 1953 by Hugh Hefner, the magazine played a pivotal role in shaping adult entertainment, expanding into television, clubs, and digital ventures. The Birth of Playboy Hugh Hefner, an aspiring publisher with a passion for media, launched Playboy after leaving Esquire magazine over a denied pay raise. With just $600 of his own money and additional loans, including $1,000 from his mother, he introduced the magazine in December 1953, featuring Marilyn Monroe in…

Paras Milk, a major dairy brand in India, started with just 60 litres of milk. Founded by Ved Ram Nagar, the company has grown to become one of the biggest competitors of Mother Dairy and Amul in the dairy industry. Today, it supplies 3.6 million litres of milk daily, serving millions of households across the country. Ved Ram Nagar’s Vision and Expansion Born in 1933, Ved Ram Nagar started as a small milk seller, selling 50-60 litres daily. He soon realized that proper milk processing and large-scale distribution could turn dairy into a big business. The big breakthrough came in 1987, when he launched a large-scale milk plant in Sahibabad, Ghaziabad.…

A newly launched burger restaurant in California’s Silicon Valley is drawing attention for using robots to prepare food in record time. Operated by ABB Robotics, the eatery—named BurgerBots—uses two high-speed robots that assemble and finish burgers in just 27 seconds. Fast, precise, and efficient The robotic system includes a Flexpicker that identifies orders via QR codes and adds toppings like cheese, lettuce, onions, and sauces. A second robot, YuMi, completes the burger and ensures quality presentation. Despite the fully automated kitchen, human staff still serve the food to customers. Founder’s vision for automation BurgerBots founder Elizabeth Truong said the goal…

Dubai International Airport (DXB), long a global aviation leader, will officially close within the next 10 years. The closure will pave the way for the new mega hub at Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC), which is set to become the main airport for the city by 2034. This move, confirmed earlier this year, will shift all passenger and cargo flights to DWC, marking a significant milestone in Dubai’s aviation strategy. Expansion Plans for DWCDWC is backed by a substantial $35 billion expansion project, designed to handle up to 260 million passengers annually—almost three times the number currently handled by DXB.…

The Adani Group has entered a significant partnership with Bhutan’s Druk Green Power Corporation (DGPC) to jointly develop 5,000 MW of hydropower projects in Bhutan. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed in Thimphu by DGPC’s Managing Director, Dasho Chhewang Rinzin, and Adani Green Hydro Ltd’s Chief Operating Officer, Naresh Telgu, in the presence of key figures, including Bhutan’s Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobgay and Energy Minister Lyonpo Gem Tshering. Expanding Existing Partnership This new MoU expands on their current collaboration on the Wangchhu Hydropower Project, which includes a 570/900 MW project. Under this agreement, DGPC will hold a 51%…

Logistics startup Porter has successfully raised $200 million in its Series F funding round, led by Kedaara Capital and Wellington Management. This funding round brings the company’s valuation to approximately $1.2 billion, marking a significant milestone after entering the unicorn club during its previous funding round. Investment Details and Growth Plans The recent funding round included a combination of primary investment and secondary exits for a few existing shareholders. With this fresh capital, Porter plans to expand its operations in various cities, aiming to cater to millions of MSMEs and create opportunities for over 1 million gig workers. Company Vision…