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The past four decades is a journey worth remembering with the number of memories says Music Maestro Debajyoti Mishra

The past four decades is a journey worth remembering with the number of memories says Music Maestro Debajyoti Mishra

Violin occupied the major part of Maestro Debajyoti Mishra’s musical journey which spans over four decades. But it all started with Sarod through one of his close acquaintances of Ustad Ali Akbar Khan at a very tender age. However, he learnt to play Violin first from his father Jahnabi Ranjan Mishra and then from Stanley Gomes, his father also introduced a young Debajyoti to both Indian and Western forms of Classical music. Debajyoti’s started working with the legendary Music composer Salil Chowdhury at the young age of seventeen. In Debajyoti’s words, “He noticed me playing violin in a choir group…
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gintaa-the phenomenal growth story of India’s newest e-commerce platform

gintaa-the phenomenal growth story of India’s newest e-commerce platform

gintaa is India’s most sought after e-commerce market place today primarily due to the confluence of diverse product range and an unique option of negotiate and buy gintaa is a modern marketplace which brings together buyers and sellers and enables them to negotiate and buy products. In a short time since its Platform launch on July 1st 2022, gintaa has already garnered more than a lakh product listings in 200+ categories. The phenomenal growth story of India’s newest e-commerce bazaar, gintaa, has been primarily due to its diversity of products, extremely attractive prices, ease of use and the ability for…
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The Circle: Founders Club successfully accelerates 13 South Korean startups in India as part of their APAC cohort

The Circle: Founders Club successfully accelerates 13 South Korean startups in India as part of their APAC cohort

The team is also working on bridge programs for Indian startups looking to expand in South Korea and other Asian markets. New Delhi: The Circle: Founders Club (The Circle FC), a business accelerator for early-stage startups in India (a portfolio company of Hunch Ventures), in collaboration with the Korea Institute of Startup & Entrepreneurship Development (KISED) has successfully assisted a batch of 13 high-potential South Korean startups to explore synergies in the Indian market. SchoiceHabsida, Urock Inc, Rezi, WhoseGoods, Wordvice, PiQuant, PowePlayer, DenQ, LabSD, Kairos, Mirinae, HiLokal, and You Need Character were the 13 Korean startups selected in the program,…
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Universal AI University, India’s 1st AI University, Universal Business School

Universal AI University, India’s 1st AI University, Universal Business School

Unveiled by Arundhati Bhattacharya, Chairperson and CEO, Salesforce and Bharat Puri, Managing Director, Pidilite Industries, the Universal AI University is the first of its kind in India and will promote skill development in all streams using technology.  India’s first Artificial Intelligence University has been unveiled by India’s first Green Business school, The Universal Business School. The new University is expected to launch degree programs in AI/ML, Liberal Arts and Humanities, Management, Design, Law, Sports and Exercise Sciences, Environmental Sciences and International Diplomacy.   This announcement resonates with the Microsoft report titled ‘The Class of 2030 and Life-Ready Learning: The Technology Imperative,’…
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How long does it take to get a Credit Card?

How long does it take to get a Credit Card?

Getting approved for a credit card can take as little as 60 seconds once you fill out an online application and hit “submit.” The internet is a treasure trove for finding the best credit cards and comparing them based on their rewards and cardholder perks. In this age of online applications and near-instant approvals, the question doesn't come up as frequently as it once did.  The key to a fast approval is to make sure your credit history is in good shape before applying. By and large, you can usually find a credit card you really want, apply for the card…
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ICCI’s flagship initiative GIC23 is expecting new investment and trade opportunities worth Rs 250bn from global market

ICCI’s flagship initiative GIC23 is expecting new investment and trade opportunities worth Rs 250bn from global market

“ICCI (Inventivepreneur Chamber of Commerce and Industries) has invited business participants, government agencies and ministries from 10 different countries of Europe, Asia, and Africa. Delegation will participate with the intention of exploring opportunities through investment in businesses, joint ventures, OEM partnerships, participation in PPP model projects, acquisitions and mergers.” As per Rishabh Malhotra, Vice-Chairman, ICCI, their mission is to help businesses around the world. They invite all investors and companies to come together under one roof to invest in a variety of industries through joint ventures and turn the programs into real successes. ICCI is making a significant contribution in…
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Drivio, a digital-first omnichannel two-wheeler financing platform in making, raises USD 1 million in seed funding

Drivio, a digital-first omnichannel two-wheeler financing platform in making, raises USD 1 million in seed funding

Founded in April 2022, the digital platform is expecting to clock INR 100Cr+ two-wheeler loans by the end of the current fiscal New Delhi: Drivio, a digital-first omnichannel two-wheeler financing platform in making, has raised $ 1 million in its seed funding round from Karini Ventures and Vansun Capital. Drivio is co-founded by Saurabh Tripathi and Ankur Bhardwaj who have notable credentials for disrupting Used Car Finance at CarDekho. Headquartered in Gurugram and incorporated in April 2022, Drivio is resolved to disrupt the existing two-wheeler finance market by offering an innovative tech-based financing service to avail quick and hassle-free loans within…
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Comedy Film ‘Dedh Lakh Ka Dulha’ is ready to entertain the audience in a unique way: Abhay Pratap Singh

Comedy Film ‘Dedh Lakh Ka Dulha’ is ready to entertain the audience in a unique way: Abhay Pratap Singh

As the release date of drama comedy film 'Dedh Lakh Ka Dulha' is nearing, the excitement among cine goers to watch the film in theatres is growing rapidly. The makers of the film have decided to give the film a wide release. It will release in 352 theatres across India on 30th December, 2022. As a genre comedy films have always been liked by the cinema going public. 'Dedh Lakh Ka Dulha' is also one such film but the humour of the film is quirky and different from other films which will entertain the audience in its unique way. It…
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Sindhu Bharathi NJ, from Tamil Nadu crowned, as Mrs Confident at Mrs INDIA My Identity 2022

Sindhu Bharathi NJ, from Tamil Nadu crowned, as Mrs Confident at Mrs INDIA My Identity 2022

The Spectacular Grand Finale evening of Mrs INDIA My Identity 2022 was recently held in Pattaya, Thailand. Mrs INDIA My Identity is a pageant held for Indian women worldwide. From thousands of applications and a thorough screening process, 35 finalists were shortlisted from all over the country who were trained for various skills like ramp walking, stage presence, facing the camera, posture, and confidence, to name a few. The pageant training happened over 3 months in a combination of online and offline activity. Grand finale week comprised various rounds such as cultural presentation, talent show and presentation about an important…
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Commune forays into Indian market with its first store launch in Bangalore

Commune forays into Indian market with its first store launch in Bangalore

Bangalore (Karnataka) [India]: Lifestyle furniture brand Commune has made an entry to India with its first store launch in Bangalore. The brand has collaborated with Bangalore based Bauhaus Designs to retail and showcase its products to the Indian consumers. The concept of Commune is born out of the desire to surpass everyday norms; to embody passion in both design and service. As a brand, Commune encapsulates quiet modernity; unifying function with effortless form and intelligent craftsmanship. Aspiring to become more than just a furniture brand, Commune aims to create a new lifestyle that brings people together in style and comfort. The designs at Commune are human-centric,…
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