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16 Sep

Chaltabagan Durga Puja theme to highlight the ‘old world charm’ of North Kolkata

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Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], September 16: Chaltabagan Durga Puja, which was started in 1943, will highlight the spirit of the fading old world charm of north Kolkata culture through its theme `Mool’ or roots. This year’s theme alludes to the adverse onslaught of modernity and gentrification on the para (community) culture of north Kolkata. “With the UNESCO heritage tag, Durga Pujas themes send out a very strong global message. Manicktala Chaltaban Durga Puja has been a pioneer and a trendsetter in innovating Puja themes and events. This year’s theme, `Mool’, is an attempt to highlight the rapidly fading north Kolkata culture…

16 Sep

A landmark Teacher’s Day celebration by MCOA: Announcement of ‘Maha Mock Test’

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 16: Representing coaching class owners across the state, a non-profit, The Maharashtra Class Owners’ Association (MCOA), hosted its annual Teacher’s Day celebration and awards ceremony at Dadar’s Ravindra Natya Mandir on September 13. The celebration brought together educators and policymakers to recognize the teachers’ contributions and unveil initiatives to transform the state’s academic landscape. The event’s highlight was the announcement of the ‘Maha Mock Test,’ India’s first-ever statewide mock examination initiative for MH-CET and JEE aspirants. It was spearheaded by Klasy Innovations in collaboration with MCOA, presented by CBS and powered by Prometric, bringing international testing…

15 Sep

Gintaa’s Gig Army: Creating Livelihoods with Dignity

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New Delhi [India], September 15: Behind every Gintaa order is a partner who brings it to life. Unlike other delivery apps that treat gig workers as interchangeable labor, Gintaa sees them as Entrepreneurs. Laxman Jaiswal, Gintaa’s Managing Director, has championed multiple partner-first policies: insurance coverage, weekly payouts, and safety training. More than a job, Gintaa offers its delivery partners a dignified, flexible career path. With recruitment drives in tier 2 and 3 towns, onboarding support in regional languages, and peer mentorship programs, the platform ensures every partner feels seen and supported. As the gig economy evolves, Gintaa’s model has the…

15 Sep

From Engineering Desk to Video Editing Empire: Mukul Purohit’s Journey on Engineer’s Day

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New Delhi [India], September 15: Today, while India celebrates the spirit of problem-solvers and builders on Engineer’s Day, here’s a story of one engineer who didn’t stop at machines — he built a content machine. Meet Mukul Purohit, an engineering graduate turned founder of Kontent Media, one of India’s fastest-growing video editing and content companies — editing over 3,500+ minutes of content every month for top-tier brands like Dhan, Upstox, Motilal Oswal, Groww, and more. Not All Engineers Build Machines — Some Build Ecosystems “I was an engineer who couldn’t code. But I could solve problems — and that’s what…

13 Sep

At the Historic Savoy, Mussoorie: CIO Horizon 2025 Announced by Tech Disruptor Media

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New Delhi [India], September 13: This November, the century-old Savoy in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand, a heritage landmark that has stood for over a hundred years in the Garhwal Himalayas, will open its doors to some of India’s most influential technology leaders. Against this backdrop of history and Himalayan grandeur, CIO Horizon 2025, hosted by Tech Disruptor Media (a brand of Bharat Network Group), will take place from November 7–9, 2025, as an invitation-only residential leadership retreat. The gathering will bring together more than 75+ CIOs, CTOs, and Chief Digital Officers from sectors including BFSI, manufacturing, retail, pharma, IT/ITES, and the public…

13 Sep

Sabyasachi Crowned World Champion of Public Speaking in Philadelphia

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Philadelphia (Pennsylvania) [USA], September 13: In front of a packed audience of more than 1,200 people, Sabyasachi was crowned the World Champion of Public Speaking, becoming only the third Indian-origin speaker to win the title in the history of the competition. The championship, organized by Toastmasters International, is regarded as the Olympics of public speaking. Each year, nearly 40,000 contestants from across the globe enter the contest, which goes through multiple rounds before reaching the finals. This year, the event concluded in Philadelphia, where the top 28 speakers from around the world competed for the honor. Sabyasachi delivered a powerful seven-and-a-half-minute…

12 Sep

Hyderabad to Hollywood: Ravikumar Nasu’s Bold Leap Into Filmmaking

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Hyderabad [India], September 12: In a world where many dream but few dare, filmmaker Ravikumar Nasu has proven that passion can defy convention and reshape destiny. Once a Silicon Valley engineer immersed in late-night debugging sessions, Nasu has traded algorithms for artistry, carving an electrifying path through Hollywood’s indie film landscape. His cinematic journey began with acclaimed short films like Think Before 2020 and Love Story, but it was his debut feature UNLOAD2021—shot in Los Angeles during the height of the 2021 pandemic—that announced him as a bold new voice. The tense and emotionally charged thriller, starring SAG actors, debuted…

10 Sep

Alok Khandelwal – Renowned Astrologer & Visionary Entrepreneur, Empowering 50,000+ Students Across 52 Countries Through Asttrolok

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New Delhi [India], September 10: In today’s fast-paced digital era, where uncertainty often overshadows clarity, people are increasingly seeking guidance that goes beyond conventional methods. Among the thought leaders redefining this space is Alok Khandelwal, a renowned astrologer, visionary entrepreneur, and the driving force behind Asttrolok, one of the most trusted astrology education platforms in the world. Through his unique blend of ancient wisdom, structured learning, and global vision, Alok has empowered over 50,000 students across 52 countries, making him a pioneer in transforming astrology into a respected and professional field of study. From Fascination to Global Movement Alok Khandelwal’s…

08 Sep

Interviewing Award-Winning Director Divith Shetty

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New Delhi [India], September 8: Few young directors have managed to cut through the clutter of India’s crowded advertising and film space the way Divith Shetty has. In just a few years, Shetty has gone from assisting filmmakers to winning international awards with his films, pioneering India’s first micro drama Let Us Live In on Instagram, and helming campaigns for Pantene, Tata Motors, Chocolatex, Frido and the Own Your Body film with Hrithik Roshan. What sets him apart is not just the scale of work, but the philosophy behind it. “Don’t call me if you just want a product push,”…

05 Sep

This year on Teachers’ Day, author Chet Kamal Parkash honours his Teachers with a Thoughtful Tribute

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New Delhi [India], September 5: Every year, as September 5th draws near, we pause to honour a profession that is profoundly impactful and quietly powerful—teaching. Teachers are not merely providers of knowledge; they are sculptors of thought, nurturers of curiosity, and often the first mirrors reflecting the potential of who we might become. As an author, he often found himself drawn back to the roots of his own intellectual and emotional evolution. Time and again, that journey began not in a library or writing studio, but in the modest classrooms of his childhood school—guided by educators who recognized potential in…