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India’s students are no longer waiting to graduate to participate in the economy they are already powering it. The Doers’ Report 2025, released by TimBuckDo, India’s largest student gig platform, reveals how over 4.5 lakh students across the country are using gig work not as pocket money, but as a critical survival and independence tool earning anywhere between Rs. 800 micro-gigs to Rs. 65,000 high-responsibility roles. Student Gig Trends in 2025 The report, based on platform data spanning metros and fast-rising tier-2 cities, shows that the most common monthly gig earnings fall between Rs. 6,000 and Rs. 15,000,…
Indians are increasingly replacing long, once-in-a-year astrology sittings with quick, “one question a day” check-ins that offer bite-sized clarity on work, money, and relationships. Neo Astro’s “Daily Ask 1 Question Free” feature fits directly into this new habit, turning astrology into a daily micro-guidance ritual rather than an occasional deep-dive. One question a day for astrologers From Big Life Decisions to Micro-Guidance For decades, astrology in India was reserved for big moments: marriage, property, childbirth, or starting a business. Now, urban Indians especially younger professionals are using it to navigate everyday questions like “Should I switch this job?”,…
Aviva India, a leading private life insurance company, has announced the launch of the Aviva Smart Vitals plan, an individual non-linked, non-participating, pure risk health insurance fixed benefit plan that provides comprehensive protection against critical illnesses. The base sum insured starts at Rs 10 lakhs, with policyholders eligible to enhance coverage up to 2x the base sum assured through wellness-linked step-based rewards. Customers earn quarterly Wellness Additions of 2.5%, 5%, or 7.5% depending on their average daily steps. The Smart Vitals plan provides a lump-sum benefit upon first diagnosis of any of the 49 covered critical illnesses and procedures. These…
India is witnessing a decisive shift in the way women participate in entrepreneurship, with rising numbers of young women from Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities entering sectors traditionally seen as male-dominated — from device repair to accounting and compliance services, according to new internal data released by Tide1, the UK’s leading business management platform. Women between 27 and 31 years old form a significant share of new business owners on the Tide platform, reflecting India’s broader working-age population profile. With over 180,000 women entrepreneurs, women currently account for 18.7% of Tide’s India member base. This age cohort represents India’s…
On the 133rd birth anniversary of Padma Vibhushan Smt. Jankidevi Bajaj, Mr. Shishir Bajaj, patriarch of the Bajaj Group, paid tribute to his grandmother, remembering her as a beacon of simplicity, courage, and selfless service to the nation. (Left) Bajaj Group’s Instagram post remembering Smt. Jankidevi Bajaj. (Right) A rare photo of Mr. Kushagra Bajaj (Group Chairman) on his Great Grandmother’s lap Remembering her life and legacy, Mr. Shishir Bajaj said, “My grandmother, Jankidevi Bajaj, lived her life rooted in discipline, compassion and unwavering commitment to Gandhian values. Inspired by Mahatma Gandhi, she embraced swadeshi, khadi and a…
Building on its legacy of creating transformative experiential luxury holidays, The Postcard Hotel has announced the opening of its latest hotel in a UNESCO-celebrated enclave of history and heritage – The Postcard Ayurveda Retreat, Old Goa – A Sitaram Ayurveda Experience. Overlooking hundreds of acres of tranquil reserve forests, this first of its kind private sanctuary is entirely dedicated to wellness – in collaboration with Sitaram Ayurveda’s 104-year tradition backed by deep knowledge around the healing science of Ayurveda. In a world filled with constant noise and distraction, the property invites discerning guests to pause, listen inward, and reconnect with…
Glow by Kirtilals, the contemporary Natural diamond jewellery brand from the house of Kirtilals, has announced an exciting new consumer campaign titled “Fly to Phuket”, blending fine jewellery, creativity, and the promise of an unforgettable international holiday. Glow by Kirtilals -Fly to Phuket with exciting offers As part of the campaign, customers purchasing jewellery from Glow by Kirtilals can participate in an exclusive slogan contest, giving them a chance to win a luxurious couple travel package to Phuket, one of the world’s most loved tropical destinations. The campaign celebrates love, self-expression, and the joy of rewarding life’s special moments…
Bengaluru, Chennai, Pune, Hyderabad, Mumbai: Top 5 cities for women Many cities show strength in either social or industrial inclusion, not both Tier-2 cities rise as women-friendly urban ecosystems expand Gurugram emerges as the only north Indian city in the Top 10 of India’s Top Cities for Women, climbs to No. 6 from No. 9 last year Five cities from south Indian states feature in the Top 10 of India’s Top Cities for women Avtar Group, India’s leading workplace culture consulting firm, released the fourth edition of its annual, nation-wide study ‘Top Cities for Women in India’ (TCWI). The TCWI…
C-Zentrix, the flagship brand of Towards Vision Technologies Ltd. (TVT), a leading provider of contact center (CCaaS) and customer engagement technology, announced a strategic investment from the family office of Ritesh Agarwal (AROA), Founder and Group CEO of PRISM (parent of OYO). The investment reflects strong confidence in the rapid growth of AI-driven contact center solutions and TVT’s vision to build next-generation customer engagement platforms . As enterprises across industries accelerate digital transformation, the contact center landscape is undergoing a fundamental shift driven by Generative AI, automation, and data-led customer experiences. Recognizing this momentum, the Ritesh Agarwal’s family office has…
Ai+ today introduced NovaWatch, its smartwatch lineup that expands the brand’s connected device portfolio across safety, everyday health, and personal style. Launching in Q1 2026, NovaWatch reflects Ai+’s belief that wearable technology should combine practical utility with fashion-forward design. Ai+ Smartphone introduces NovaWatch The Ai+ NovaWatch lineup includes Active, Wearbuds, Kids Geo fencing watch, and for the first time in the industry, Rotating camera LTE watch, each designed around a specific use case. Together, the range covers everyday health tracking, family safety, and style-led personal expression, reflecting Ai+’s focus on wearables that fit naturally into different lives and age…