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MS Dhoni, renowned for his cricketing achievements, is also a known enthusiast of cars and bikes. His collection includes vintage, retro, and luxury vehicles, often seen on the roads. Dhoni’s love for SUVs is well-known, but recently, he was spotted driving a Jaguar F-Type sports car. The Jaguar F-Type Appearance A video shared by Shivam Vlogger 007 on YouTube shows Dhoni driving the Jaguar F-Type into his mansion in Ranchi. This is the first time the former captain has been seen behind the wheel of a sports car. As expected, Dhoni keeps his distance from the fans waiting outside his…

A social media claim recently went viral, alleging that a pani puri street vendor in Tamil Nadu had received an income tax notice for accepting over ₹40 lakh in online payments during the 2023-24 financial year. However, Channeliam Fact Check has thoroughly investigated the claim and found it to be entirely false. The False Claim The claim originated from a post on social media, where a screenshot of a purported notice was shared. The notice allegedly stated that the pani puri vendor had earned over ₹40 lakh through online transactions, leading to an income tax notice. This claim gained considerable…

Kerala’s second metro rail project is on the verge of approval, with Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan seeking the Union Minister of Urban Development’s nod for the third phase of the Kochi Metro, alongside metro projects in Kozhikode and Thiruvananthapuram. The state government is prioritizing the swift approval of the Thiruvananthapuram metro project, aiming to address the growing traffic congestion in the capital city. Thiruvananthapuram Metro to Enhance Urban Mobility The project, which will be executed in two phases, is set to integrate with existing transportation systems, enhancing both convenience and economic growth. Following successful initiatives like the Vizhinjam project, the…

Amod Malviya, co-founder of Udaan, has teamed up with Rishi Kedia, Udaan’s CFO, to create a new startup named Pre6. While details about Pre6 remain scarce, the duo revealed the venture on LinkedIn, confirming its base in Bengaluru. The startup joins a growing list of recent entrepreneurial efforts from industry leaders. Notably, upGrad’s Mayank Kumar and ex-OYO Europe President Ayush Mathur launched BorderPlus, while DealShare’s Sourjyendu Medda entered the sportstech sector with Sports For Life. Other notable launches include Flipkart co-founder Binny Bansal’s OppDoor, Bella Vita founder Aakash Anand’s Unikon, Zomato co-founder Gaurav Gupta’s Gabit, Mitron TV co-founder Shivank Agarwal’s…

India now boasts the world’s third-largest metro rail network, spanning 1,000 km of operational lines. This places India behind only China and the United States in metro system size. The nation’s metro projects are rapidly reshaping urban mobility, with over 998 km of metro rail lines in progress. India surpassed Japan in metro rail projects in 2022 and is on track to become the second-largest metro network globally. This milestone comes as Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a 2.8 km stretch between Janakpuri and Krishna Park in Delhi Metro Phase-IV, valued at Rs 1,200 crore. This is the first stretch…

Amit Banerji, co-founder, chairman, and CEO of Table Space, revolutionized the managed workspace industry in India. Born in 1979, Banerji graduated from Punjab Technical University with a B.Tech in Computer Science in 2002. Professional Journey Banerji started his career at Accenture in 2004, where he worked for over 13 years, specializing in real estate strategy, acquisitions, and operations. In 2017, he co-founded Table Space with Karan Chopra, transforming the startup into a leading flexible workspace provider. Impact on Table Space Under Banerji’s leadership, Table Space expanded its presence to key markets, including Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune, Hyderabad, Chennai, Noida, and Gurugram.…

Justin Trudeau, Canada’s Prime Minister and leader of the Liberal Party, recently announced his decision to step down amid political challenges and economic concerns. He will remain in his roles until the Liberal Party selects a new leader. Here’s what to expect in the coming months. Leadership Transition Timeline Canada’s process of electing a new party leader can take months, unlike countries with quicker parliamentary systems. Trudeau has urged the party to expedite the process to ensure a smooth transition before the next election. Past leadership contests in the Liberal Party have taken up to eight months, but the current…

After selling his startup Loom to Atlassian for $975 million in 2023, Vinay Hiremath, co-founder of Loom, found himself in a position few can relate to—financial independence without the drive for work. In a heartfelt blog post titled “I am rich and I have no idea what to do with my life,” Hiremath shared how the infinite freedom he gained left him feeling uninspired and uncertain about his next steps. Struggling with Personal Insecurities While grappling with his newfound wealth, Hiremath revealed his emotional struggles. One of the most difficult events in his life was a breakup with his girlfriend,…

The Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, marks its 15th anniversary as an architectural marvel. Since its opening in 2010, it has been featured in numerous films, showcasing its towering presence in global cinema. Let’s look back at some iconic film shoots that have taken place at this Dubai landmark over the years. Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol One of the most famous stunts in film history, Tom Cruise’s daring climb up the Burj Khalifa in “Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol” remains a breathtaking cinematic moment. The skyscraper’s towering height added an extra layer of thrill to the film’s action sequences. Happy…

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully operated its first-ever robotic arm in space, marking a significant step in the nation’s space exploration efforts. The achievement is part of ISRO’s ambitious Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) mission. A Historic Milestone for ISRO ISRO proudly showcased its robotic arm, the Relocatable Robotic Manipulator-Technology Demonstrator (RRM-TD), during the SpaDeX mission, which was launched on December 30 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. This robotic arm, which is India’s first in space, is capable of moving or “walking” across a platform, setting the stage for future advancements in space robotics. Key…