Author: News Desk
Dubai-based carrier flydubai announced ambitious plans to hire over 130 pilots by the end of the year as part of its ongoing recruitment drive. The airline, which already boasts a diverse workforce of over 5,800 employees from more than 140 nationalities, has recruited over 440 new members this year, marking a 6% increase from 2023. In addition to the recruitment push, flydubai is set to welcome seven new Boeing 737 MAX aircraft to its existing fleet of 88 Boeing 737s. As of June 30th, Boeing’s data shows that the airline has already taken delivery of four aircraft this year, bringing…
Pooja Entertainment, once a powerhouse in Bollywood with a string of successful films, is now grappling with a severe financial crisis. Recent reports indicate the production house is dealing with mounting challenges following a series of underperforming movies and significant operational changes. The trouble began post-pandemic with the release of Bell Bottom in 2021. Although it was one of the first major Hindi films to return to theaters after COVID-19 restrictions, it failed to perform at the box office. Subsequent releases, including Mission Raniganj and the high-budget Ganapath, also underwhelmed, compounding the financial strain on the company. Most recently, Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, starring Akshay Kumar…
MistEO, a Kerala-based startup founded by Samuel John, addresses the challenges and opportunities arising from climate change through computational sustainability. Leveraging climate economics, actuarial science, AI, and spatio-temporal analytics, MistEO focuses on sectors such as aviation, insurance, marine, FMCG, and smart grids. Founded in response to the escalating impact of climate change globally, MistEO began with a vision to pioneer weather business solutions centred on computational sustainability. Initially considering a weather station business, the founders pivoted towards a more scalable model focusing on financial risk management related to climate change and extreme weather events. Technological Innovations MistEO’s flagship technology, the Weather Information Exchange Model (WXXM), facilitates platform-independent, harmonised, and interoperable…
Five Entrepreneurship Lessons from Nightcrawler Nightcrawler, directed by Dan Gilroy and starring Jake Gyllenhaal, offers a gripping portrayal of entrepreneurial drive in the unlikeliest of professions—crime journalism. Through the intense character of Lou Bloom, the film provides profound insights into what it takes to succeed as an entrepreneur. Here are five key lessons: 1. You Must Be Passionate Lou Bloom exemplifies unwavering passion in his pursuit of success as a “nightcrawler.” Starting from a petty thief, he transforms into a driven entrepreneur, constantly seeking to be the first at crime scenes to capture exclusive footage. His passion fuels his commitment…
Tollywood superstar Ram Charan, renowned for his acting prowess and penchant for luxury cars, has added a new gem to his impressive collection. The actor recently acquired a sleek black Rolls-Royce Spectre, valued at ₹7.5 crores, making it the first of its kind in Hyderabad. Launched in India earlier this year, the Rolls-Royce Spectre has already garnered significant attention. Ram Charan was recently seen driving his new Rolls-Royce Spectre to the Hyderabad airport, accompanied by his wife Upasana and their child, Klin Kaara. The family was en route to Mumbai to attend the grand wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant on July 12. A…
Cafe Mysore’s Shanteri Nagesh Nayak has been inundated with phone calls since Tuesday morning. The 75-year-old owner of Matunga’s iconic Udupi joint has been receiving congratulations from family and friends following her warm reception at the wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. The excitement stems from a 15-second viral clip showing Anant Ambani, son of Asia’s richest man Mukesh Ambani, introducing Nayak to his bride, Radhika. In the video, Radhika walks up to Nayak with a big smile and says, “Every Sunday, we eat your food in our house.” Anant adds, “Thank you so much; only because of you,…
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the completion of a new 4-kilometre dedicated and shared track for bicycles and e-scooters in Hatta. This development is part of a broader initiative to enhance transportation options in the region. Expansion of Infrastructure As part of this project, two rest areas have been constructed along the new tracks, increasing the total length of cycling routes in Hatta by 50% to 13.5 kilometres. Additionally, a 2.2-kilometre walking track has been completed alongside the cycling routes. Track Connectivity The new cycling track begins at the Hatta Community Centre, crosses the existing pedestrian bridge…
India, home to numerous billionaires known for their extravagant lifestyles, has witnessed a new milestone in luxury possessions. B. Ravi Pillai, a prominent industrialist from Kollam, Kerala, has become the first Indian to own an Airbus Helicopter worth Rs 100 crore. Ravi Pillai, the founder and chairman of the RP Group, a multinational conglomerate headquartered in Dubai, UAE, made headlines in June 2022 with his purchase of the luxurious Airbus H145 helicopter. This state-of-the-art aircraft can comfortably accommodate two pilots and up to seven passengers, and it boasts the capability to take off and land from a height of 20,000…
Securing a visa for studies or lucrative job opportunities abroad is a common aspiration worldwide, and Indians are no exception. To fulfill this dream, many Indians undertake pilgrimages to the country’s renowned ‘visa temples’ each year, seeking divine help in obtaining the coveted immigration stamp for destinations like the US, UK, and Canada. One of the most popular shrines is the Chilkur Balaji temple, located on the banks of Osman Sagar Lake in Hyderabad. Dedicated to Sri Venkateswara Balaji, the temple is fondly known as the ‘Visa Balaji temple’ and attracts a large following, particularly among software professionals aiming for…
India, known for its legendary business dynasties like the Tatas, Birlas, and Goenkas, and modern titans such as the Ambanis, Adanis, Nadars, and Premjis, has a business history that spans nearly 300 years. The story of India Inc. begins with a visionary who pioneered the shipping industry and laid the groundwork for Mumbai to become the country’s economic capital. The title of India’s oldest company belongs to the Wadia Group, founded in 1736 by Lovji Nusserwanjee Wadia from Surat, Gujarat. Lovji, a master shipbuilder, secured contracts from the British East India Company to construct the first dry dock in Mumbai…