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Football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has set a new YouTube record by reaching 10 million subscribers faster than anyone else. His channel, UR Cristiano, launched on August 21, quickly captivated fans worldwide and hit the 10 million mark by the end of the day. This achievement surpasses the previous record held by Hamster Kombat, which took seven days to reach the same number of subscribers. Record-Breaking Launch Ronaldo’s channel premiered with a variety of engaging content, including a teaser trailer, a quiz game with his partner Georgina Rodriguez, and a video of Ronaldo meeting his wax figure at Madame Tussauds. The…

American fast food giant Burger King has lost a 13-year-long legal battle against an Indian restaurant sharing the same name. Court Dismisses Trademark Infringement Suit An Indian court has dismissed the trademark infringement suit filed by Burger King Corporation against a Pune-based restaurant also named Burger King. The court noted that the Pune restaurant, owned by Parsi couple Anahita Irani and Shapoor Irani, had been operating since 1992, well before the American chain began its operations in India. Background of the Dispute Burger King Corporation, originally founded as Insta-Burger King in 1953 and rebranded as Burger King in 1959, entered…

The Big Four accounting and professional services firms—Deloitte, PwC, EY, and KPMG—are ramping up their recruitment efforts in India, signalling a significant expansion in the country’s professional services sector. This surge in hiring is driven by a combination of key factors that highlight India’s growing importance in the global business landscape. India’s Growing Talent Pool India has emerged as a global hub for skilled professionals, particularly in technology and business services. The country boasts a large pool of English-speaking, tech-savvy graduates and experienced professionals, making it an attractive destination for multinational firms. By expanding their operations in India, the Big…

Bollywood star Shraddha Kapoor has recently reached a new social media milestone by surpassing Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Instagram followers. Shraddha now boasts 91.5 million followers, slightly more than Modi’s 91.3 million. This achievement highlights Kapoor’s rising popularity on the platform. PM Modi’s Continued Dominance on X Despite the Instagram shift, Prime Minister Modi remains a leading global figure on X (formerly Twitter). He commands a significant presence with over 101.2 million followers. His official X account also continues to engage a large audience, with the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) account holding over 56 million followers. Indian Celebrities…

Jay-Z made waves at Fanatics Fest in New York City by revealing the brand-new Bugatti Tourbillon watch at his 40/40 Club pop-up. The 24-time Grammy winner, who already owns an impressive collection of luxury timepieces from brands like Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, and Richard Mille, is now the first person to own this exclusive watch, according to Jacob & Co. Jay-Z has a longstanding relationship with the brand, having been the first to receive their iconic Five Time Zone watch 25 years ago. His close connection with Jacob & Co. continues to bring him unique and coveted pieces. The Bugatti…

Kerala’s IT parks have launched the IGNITE 2.0 programme, inviting applications from fresh graduates for a six-month internship opportunity. Registrations are open until August 31, and can be completed at IGNITE 2.0 Registration. This initiative is available for recent graduates and employers within Infopark, Technopark, and Cyberpark. Program Details and Benefits The IGNITE 2.0 programme offers interns a monthly stipend of Rs 5,000, aiming to provide significant exposure and practical experience within Kerala’s IT and IT-enabled services (ITeS) sector. Interns will receive at least Rs 5,000 per month from participating companies, with potential for higher compensation depending on the employer.…

Infosys has introduced a new ‘Power’ programme as part of its campus placement drive, aiming to attract top talent with differentiated hiring packages. The initiative offers impressive pay packages of Rs 9 lakh per annum, significantly higher than the typical entry-level packages of Rs 3-3.5 lakh previously offered by the company. Enhanced Pay Packages The ‘Power’ programme includes various pay scales ranging from Rs 4-6.5 lakh to Rs 9 lakh, depending on the role and skills. This new scheme is designed to focus on coding and software challenges, programming skill assessments, and other specialized skill tests, reflecting Infosys’s commitment to…

In response to a recent study revealing microplastics in every tested salt and sugar brand in India, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) launched a significant project in March. Named “Micro-and Nano-Plastics as Emerging Food Contaminants: Establishing Validated Methodologies and Understanding the Prevalence in Different Food Matrices,” the initiative aims to address the issue by developing and validating methods for detecting micro and nano-plastics in food products. Study Reveals Widespread Contamination The study, titled “Microplastics in Salt and Sugar” and conducted by Toxics Link, tested various types of salt—including table salt, rock salt, sea salt, and local…

Maruti Suzuki’s recent export of over 1,600 Fronx SUVs to Japan underscores the growing global recognition of Made-in-India vehicles. This marks the first SUV from Maruti Suzuki to be launched in Japan, enhancing the ‘Brand India’ image globally. These vehicles were produced exclusively at Maruti’s Gujarat plant, symbolising a significant milestone for India’s automotive industry. Rising Exports and Global Presence India’s automobile exports have surged, with leading car makers like Toyota, Volkswagen, Hyundai, Mahindra, Tata Motors, Honda, and Skoda witnessing remarkable growth. Maruti Suzuki took the lead by exporting 261,700 passenger vehicles, including cars and SUVs, in 2023 alone. The…

Arun Ghosh, a 38-year-old Indian national residing in Welland, Ontario, has achieved an impressive milestone by driving 1 million kilometres in his 2014 Honda Accord. Known for his deep passion for cars, Ghosh reached this rare achievement, but his odometer stopped at 999,999 kilometres. Ghosh has now approached Honda with a request for a customised, seven-digit odometer to continue tracking his remarkable journey. From Kerala to Ontario: A Journey of Passion Originally from Cherthala, Kerala, Ghosh moved to Welland, Ontario, in 2017 to study at Niagara College. It was during this time that he purchased his “dream car,” a Honda…