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Virat Kohli is no stranger to the Indian Premier League, often reminding fans of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)- because the beloved cricketer has been associated with the IPL team since its inception in 2008. Coincidentally, it was the same year that Kohli was selected to represent India in the Under-19 Cricket World Cup as Captain. It was also the year that forged an unbreakable bond between Kohli and RCB, as the cricketer continues to stay associated with the IPL franchise to this day. Leading India’s resounding win in the Under 19 World Cup of 2008, the then newbie Kohli would go on to recount his selection by the RCB as an ‘impactful moment’ for his career. RCB had prized Kohli’s skills for no less than USD 30,000 back then, according to one report.

adaptability is essential. Jennifer Dulski, CEO and founder of Rising Team, emphasizes that adaptability and resilience are the top traits she seeks in candidates. With a wealth of experience in hiring, including roles at Google and Facebook, Dulski has a keen understanding of what it takes to succeed in the modern workplace.

jobs filled globally in 2024 bear titles unheard of in the year 2000. Roles such as Sustainability Manager, AI Engineer, Social Media Manager, Data Scientist, and Customer Success Manager have now become integral across industries. The shift is driven by the rise of new technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and a greater emphasis on sustainability. Among 5,000 surveyed global business leaders, 82 per cent in India observe a rapid acceleration in workplace transformation, with a rising demand for roles, skills, and innovative technologies reshaping job requirements. With Generative AI at the forefront, 70 per cent of global business leaders rank AI adoption among their top priorities for 2025. LinkedIn India’s Talent Solutions Head, Ruchee Anand, underscored this shift, stating, «As we look to 2025, businesses are increasingly prioritising AI adoption, alongside meaningful investments in upskilling and reskilling their people. Embracing AI is not just about keeping pace; it's about empowering teams, fostering innovation, and creating resilient workforces ready to thrive.»

Malayalam film editor Nishad Yusuf, aged 43, was discovered dead at his residence in Panampilly Nagar, Kochi, around 2 a.m. on Wednesday, news reports said. His sudden demise has sent shockwaves across the film industry, leaving fans and colleagues in grief. Nishad Yusuf had built an impressive career, earning acclaim for his editorial work on notable films like Thallumaala and Unda. His exceptional editing skills in Thallumaala earned him a prestigious State Award. Recently, he had worked on high-profile projects including Mammootty’s Bazooka and Suriya’s upcoming film Kanguva, scheduled to release on November 14. He was also involved in several other projects, including Operation Java, Saudi Vellakka, One, Chaveer, Ramachandra Boss & Co, Udal, Adios Amigo, Alangam, Exit, and One Thousand Lies.

New retirees frequently rhapsodize about the joys of tossing their alarm clocks into the trash and filling their days with whatever activities they find gratifying

work-life balance has gained popularity within the modern corporate world, numerous organizations still struggle to implement it successfully. This challenge is intensified by the reality that many employees feel compelled to demonstrate their commitment by compromising their well-being for their careers. A job search coach on LinkedIn highlighted a concerning trend in today’s workplaces — a culture that not only idolizes excessive work but also places a negative label on those who stick to their standard responsibilities. In one such situation, an employee who was regularly known for working late began leaving the office around 6:30 pm. Disturbed by this change, the manager asked a team member to classify him as a potential “attrition risk.”

Nitin Sawant, founder of NS Wealth, a Sebi-registered investment advisory firm, secured final approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on 28 October to launch an account aggregator (AA) platform under his new venture, OMS Fintech Account Aggregator.

Maira Khan recently stirred conversation with her candid remarks on feminism during a podcast interview. Known for her role in the drama series Babban Khala Ki Betiyann, Khan expressed her beliefs about women’s roles in society, stating, “I do not believe in feminism. I believe in women staying at home and raising kids, shopping around, pampering themselves, and traveling the world.”

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Hallmark Media executive vice president of programming Lisa Hamilton Daly instructed a former employee not to cast “old people” for Hallmark roles, saying that “our leading ladies are aging out,” according to a lawsuit filed against the network this mo...

KK, passed away while performing on stage in Kolkata. Known for his love songs, KK married his ladylove, Jyothy Krishna, but before he could marry her, he had to find a job. The singer took a salesman job, which he wasn’t satisfied with. Later, with the support of his father and wife, he quit his job to follow his passion for creating music. He started off by making jingles, according to TimesNow. On Friday, Google celebrated the enduring legacy of the beloved Indian playback singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, known as KK, with a special Doodle.

Ojani Noa, the ex-husband of Jennifer Lopez, attributes their divorce to Sean Diddy Combs. In an interview with ‘Despierta America,’ Noa revealed the dissolution of the couple's brief, from 1997 to 1998, marriage. Diddy was partly to blame for that divorce, Noa said in response to a question concerning the couple's split, as quoted in a report by Page Six. In Spanish, Combs was going to be one of the producers of several tracks on the first album 'On The 6' when Sony came and paid her the millions she got. That's where the lies, the deceit, and the separation began. She was working on the album between Miami and New York, and I was in Los Angeles opening my restaurant. Regarding his divorce from the ‘On The Floor’ hitmaker, Noa continued, that's where the deception began—that distance, that separation.

Indian women's hockey team captain Rani Rampal announced her retirement on Thursday, ending a glittering 16-year career during which she became an inspiration for beating abject poverty and conservative views at a small town in Haryana where her father worked as a cart-puller. The-29-year-old will sign off as one of India's most decorated hockey players after leading the women's team to its best-ever finish at the Olympics — a fourth place at the Tokyo Games in 2021. «It's been an outstanding journey. I never thought I will play for so long for India. I have seen a lot of poverty from childhood but focus was always to do something, represent the country,» she told reporters here. A clinical forward, who made her international debut in 2008 as a 14-year-old in the Olympic qualifiers that year, Rani scored 205 goals in her 254 outings for India.

Her quick response—“I would go back to India”—left viewers surprised, generating over 150,000 views and hundreds of likes. About her salary she says, «It's good for the basics but I am always looking for more.» «Back to India? Is this for real? Times are crazy #reverseimmigration,» Piyush Monga wrote in the caption

Reham, who worked with Hania in the 2016 film Janaan, has closely followed the actress's remarkable journey from social media sensation to one of Pakistan's most beloved stars. Reflecting on Hania's early days of creating Dubsmash videos, Reham shared her pride in watching the actress evolve into a top-tier talent in the entertainment world. “Hania is truly a one-of-a-kind talent,” Reham remarked, adding that the actress's success was inevitable due to her dedication and charm.

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Tim Cook, now the CEO of Apple and a member of its board of directors, did not have an easy path to the top. After graduating from Auburn University, Cook’s first job was at IBM, where he relocated with everything he owned packed into his car. Early in his career, he couldn’t afford to furnish his apartment. For a while, Cook slept on the floor, only buying a bed when he had saved enough money. «I was sleeping on the floor for a while before I could afford to actually buy a bed,» Tim Cook told Wall Street Journal, adding, «My first job was delivering papers, and I was about 12 years old.»

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Kunal Bahl shared his journey to success at the NDTV World Summit 2024, highlighting how setbacks led him to greater opportunities. Bahl, co-founder of Snapdeal and Titan Capital, revealed that not getting into IIT, a prestigious Indian institute, and having his H-1B visa application rejected, were key turning points in his life. Entrepreneur Kunal Bahl shared his journey of overcoming setbacks at the NDTV World Summit 2024. Despite not getting into IIT, a school his parents hoped for, he found success through different paths. Bahl emphasized that failures can lead to opportunities. He also discussed how a rejected H-1B visa application set the stage for his entrepreneurial career.

Elon Musk has definitively ruled out the possibility of running for president of the United States, citing legal and personal reasons. During a recent event, Musk explained that despite his grandfather being American, his own birth in Africa disqualifies him from running for the presidency. “My grandfather was American, but I was born in Africa, so I cannot be president,” Musk said. More importantly, Musk emphasized that he has no desire to pursue a political career. «But I actually don’t want to be president. I want to build rockets and cars,» Musk continued. He stressed that his focus would remain on advancing technology, specifically in space exploration and electric vehicles. “I believe we want to be a spacefaring civilization, and that’s where my focus will remain,” he added.