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  At just 17, Aaryan Singh Kushwah is proving that success isn’t always tied to a college acceptance letter. Recently, the teen entrepreneur shared a post on social media that balanced both disappointment and triumph. Despite being rejected by Stanford University, Aaryan celebrated major milestones for his startups, 9Onine and SapienIQ. He proudly announced reaching 220,000 users, hitting 2 million impressions in a single day, and securing a $10,000 emergent grant. “Bittersweet day—rejected from Stanford, but reached 220K users, 2 million impressions, and a $10K grant. Tough loss, but I’ll bounce back stronger. Grateful for the opportunity to apply and…

In 2018, Morimoto was fired from his job for not showing initiative and “not doing anything of value.” Fast forward a few years, and he has turned this lack of action into a lucrative and fulfilling career. At 41, Morimoto is now popularly known as the rental “do nothing” guy in Japan, offering his company to those who need someone to be with them in non-romantic settings. Last year, he earned around $80,000 (Rs 69 lakh) by renting himself out to clients. A Range of Requests Morimoto’s services are varied, catering to people who need a companion for all sorts…

Mahindra has officially inaugurated its cutting-edge EV and battery manufacturing facility in Chakan, near Pune. This state-of-the-art plant will be dedicated to the production of Mahindra’s latest ‘Born Electric’ EV models, including the BE 6 and XEV 9e. A Major Investment for Future Mobility The new facility is part of Mahindra’s larger strategy to invest in electric vehicle technology, with the company committing Rs 16,000 crore for the FY2022-27 investment cycle. Of this, Rs 4,500 crore has been allocated to the new EV unit, which will focus on developing new powertrains, software, and technologies, while also expanding the overall manufacturing…

The Tata Group is going through a significant leadership change, with Noel Naval Tata becoming the Chairman of Tata Trusts, following the passing of Ratan Tata. In a step that brings in the younger generation, Noel Tata’s daughters, Maya and Leah Tata, have joined the board of trustees at the Sir Ratan Tata Industrial Institute (SRTII), marking the beginning of their involvement in the group’s leadership. Noel Tata Takes Charge After Ratan Tata’s passing, Noel Tata took over as the Chairman of Tata Trusts, which controls a major stake in Tata Sons, the holding company of the Tata Group. With…

Larsen & Toubro’s chairman, SN Subrahmanyan, stirred controversy by suggesting employees work on Sundays during a recent interaction. In a viral video, Subrahmanyan stated, “I regret I am not able to make you work on Sundays. If I can, I will be more happy because I work on Sundays.” He further remarked, “What do you do sitting at home? How long can you look at your wife? Come on, get to the office and start working.” Deepika Padukone Responds Actor and mental health advocate Deepika Padukone reacted strongly to the remarks. Sharing journalist Faye D’Souza’s post on Instagram, Deepika wrote,…

The UAE is making strides in urban air mobility with the approval of its first vertiport, DXV, marking a significant step towards the future of transportation. The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) recently gave its approval for the technical design of the facility, making it the first to comply with the newly established UAE Vertiport Regulations. This is a major milestone for air mobility in the country and allows Skyports Infrastructure to begin the development of the facility. DXV: The First of Four Air Taxi Hubs DXV is the first of four planned air taxi hubs under the UAE’s innovative…

The Tamil Nadu government is expanding its IT footprint by establishing a 2 million sq ft AI-focused IT hub in Coimbatore, as part of a Public-Private Partnership, said Chief Minister MK Stalin at the inaugural session of the ‘Umagine TN’ conference held at the Chennai Trade Centre. AI and Emerging Technologies as Focus Areas Tamil Nadu has consistently been at the forefront of promoting the IT sector, with initiatives targeting emerging technologies like AI, blockchain, IoT, and Electric Vehicles. Chief Minister Stalin emphasized the state’s commitment to developing these sectors and fostering entrepreneurship, noting the increase in Global Capability Centres…

Snacking brand Beyond Snack has raised $8.3 million in Series A funding, led by 12 Flags Group, a consumer-focused fund founded by former Reckitt Benckiser CEO Rakesh Kapoor. Other participants include existing investor NAB Ventures, Japanese VC firm Enrission India Capital, and Faad Network. Valuation and Expansion Plans The Kerala-based company, now valued at ₹300 crore, plans to expand its reach significantly. Founder Manas Madhu revealed that Beyond Snack aims to double its offline distribution to 40,000 outlets and enter more cities, particularly in southern India, by fiscal 2026. Growth and Past Investments Having already raised $4 million from investors…

In December 2022, Aravind Srinivas co-founded Perplexity AI, an AI-driven search engine valued at $1 billion. With a background in machine learning and deep learning, Srinivas’s journey to founding Perplexity was shaped by his experiences at prestigious institutions like IIT Madras and UC Berkeley, as well as key internships at OpenAI and DeepMind. The Spark of Innovation Born and raised in Chennai, India, Srinivas’s early fascination with algorithms led him to pursue a Ph.D. at UC Berkeley. His time at OpenAI, where he honed his skills, provided the foundation for his future endeavors. A pivotal moment during his internship in…

Vidhi Shanghvi, along with her brother Aalok Shanghvi, is set to inherit the ₹4.35 lakh crore healthcare empire built by their father, Dilip Shanghvi, founder of Sun Pharmaceutical Industries. The company, one of the largest in the global pharmaceutical industry, has made a significant mark worldwide. Education and Career Path Vidhi is an Economics graduate from the prestigious Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, equipping her with the skills to understand the complexities of the healthcare sector. She currently serves as Vice President at Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, where she began her career in the marketing department of the India…