Anupam Mittal Slams YouTube for Encouraging Viral Controversy, Then Backing Away
Summary: Entrepreneur and Shark Tank India judge Anupam Mittal has criticized social media platforms like YouTube for enabling provocative content to go viral while avoiding accountability when controversy arises. Referring to the legal scrutiny faced by creators Ranveer Allahbadia and Apoorva Mukhija over India’s Got Latent, Mittal argued that platforms encourage extreme content for engagement…
TCS to Roll Out Annual Salary Hikes in March 2024
Summary: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is set to implement annual salary hikes in March 2024, effective from April 2025, with increases ranging between 4% and 8%. These hikes are tied to employees’ compliance with the company’s return-to-office (RTO) mandate introduced in early 2024. The IT sector is witnessing a slowdown in salary increments due to…
India Poised to Lead in 6G Development, Says Minister Scindia
Summary: Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced that India is set to lead the development of next-gen 6G technology, reinforcing its global telecom leadership. Speaking at the ET Now Global Business Summit, he praised India’s record-fast 5G rollout, covering 99% of districts and 82% of the population in just 22 months. Scindia also revealed that 6G…
250 Japanese CEOs to Visit Uttar Pradesh to Explore Investment Opportunities
Summary: Deputy Governor of Japan’s Yamanashi Prefecture, Ko Osada, announced that a delegation of 250 Japanese CEOs will visit Uttar Pradesh to explore investment opportunities. During a meeting with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Osada highlighted the state’s strong law and order, good governance, and rapid economic growth as key factors attracting Japanese interest. The visit…
OYO to Invest $10 Million in G6 Hospitality to Boost Digital Presence
Summary: OYO is investing $10 million (Rs 87 crore) in G6 Hospitality, the operator of Motel 6 and Studio 6, to enhance its digital presence. The investment will focus on expanding the Motel 6 website and My6 app, aiming to quadruple app installs before summer. OYO will leverage advanced digital targeting strategies and its partnerships…
Indian Government to Allocate ₹6,000 Crore for BSNL’s 4G Expansion
Summary: The Indian government is set to allocate ₹6,000 crore to BSNL to accelerate its 4G expansion, enabling the deployment of around 100,000 4G sites nationwide. The funding, reportedly approved at a recent Cabinet meeting, aims to enhance BSNL’s network capacity and competitiveness in the telecom market. This move aligns with the government’s efforts to…
Sam Altman Revises Stance on India’s AI Ambitions, Encourages Leadership in the Field
Summary: Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has revised his stance on India’s AI potential, moving from skepticism to support. Initially calling India’s AI ambitions “totally hopeless” in 2023, he now encourages the country to take a leadership role in the field. Speaking at an event with Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, Altman acknowledged India’s growing tech…
Foodtech Startup Mealawe Secures $1 Million in Funding Led by Shark Tank Founders and Angel Investors.
Summary: Foodtech startup Mealawe, known for its AI-driven personalized meal kits, has raised $1 million in a seed funding round led by a network of Shark Tank founders and angel investors. Founded in 2023, the company aims to simplify meal planning by blending technology with convenience and sustainability. The funding will be used to enhance…
Sharan Hegde’s 1% Club Becomes India’s First Finfluencer-Led Company to Secure SEBI RIA License
Summary: Sharan Hegde’s 1% Club has become the first finfluencer-led company in India to secure a SEBI-registered Investment Adviser (RIA) license. This milestone establishes a new level of credibility for financial influencers in India. The SEBI RIA license allows the 1% Club to offer transparent and unbiased investment advice under regulatory oversight, enhancing trust and…
WeWork Files for IPO with Embassy as Major Shareholder, Offering 4.4 Crore Shares
Summary: WeWork, backed by Embassy, has filed for an IPO with SEBI, offering 4.4 crore shares through an offer-for-sale (OFS) structure. Embassy Buildcon, the largest shareholder with a 73.8% stake, and WeWork Global affiliate 1 Ariel Way Tenant Ltd., holding 22.7%, will sell the shares. The company itself will not raise funds from this IPO,…