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train travel over flights, citing a deeply personal reason rooted in his early career struggles. This decision has captured public attention, shared by X user Chirag Deshmukh, who detailed the encounter in a viral social media post. While traveling by train, Chirag Deshmukh met a software developer who works for a prominent company and earns over Rs 30 lakh per annum. Curious about the developer's choice of transportation, Deshmukh asked, «With that kind of money, why aren't you flying instead of taking the train?»

Also Read: Becoming an investment advisor is about to get a lot easier The requirements to become a part-time IA/RA are similar to those for full-time advisors. Applicants must have a relevant finance-related degree, or a postgraduate degree from NISM, or a CFA charter. Additionally, they must clear the NISM 10-A and 10-B exams.

UAVs) is rising in agriculture, surveillance, logistics and infrastructure, among others. As a result, many industries are seeking fresh talent to leverage this technology. The collaborative efforts of the government, industry leaders and educational institutes are helping to bridge the skill gap in this segment. This is also making thedrone industry brim with job opportunities. However, before building a career in this sector, freshers need to know the in-demand roles, skills, pay expectations, and other details.

What were your most memorable moments of the recently concluded Olympic games? Among the many, one of my most memorable moment was Novak Djokovic winning the gold in Men’s tennis. In his long career, he has won 24 grand slams. The only missing piece in his trophy cabinet was an Olympic gold medal.

RAWALPINDI: Bangladesh is pinning its hopes on all-rounder and former lawmaker Shakib Al Hasan to «do something special» against pace-heavy Pakistan in the opening test of the two-match series, starting Wednesday. "(Shakib) played this game for so long, so he knows his role," Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto said on the eve of the first test match at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. «He knows how to prepare himself, so I am not thinking about his political career and I hope he will do something special in this series. He's a professional cricketer and we all treat him as a cricketer, to be very honest.»

Longtime producer Almin Karamehmedovic has been elevated to the role of ABC News president

Bengaluru will play host to a three-day event on alternative dispute resolution (ADR) from August 24, led by the country’s eminent legal brains. The event aims to promote the practice of alternative dispute resolution in Karnataka. Alternative dispute resolution refers to the ways people can resolve disputes without court proceedings such as mediation and arbitration. The Arbitration & Conciliation Centre, Bengaluru (Domestic and International), the Karnataka Judicial Academy, the Advocates’ Association Bengaluru, and the Bengaluru ADR Week Committee have come together to organise the event. The ADR Week would be a pivotal forum for exploring the significance and evolution of ADR in contemporary legal contexts, the organisers said in a press release.

Markets (NISM)) and FPSB India (Financial Planning Standards Board) have come together to launch a Postgraduate Program in Financial Planning along with a series of capacity building initiatives for the securities market’s ecosystem, a media release said. An MoU was signed between FPSB India CEO Krishan Mishra and NISM Registrar Sunil Kadam and aligns with the Union Budget 2024’s focus on skilling and employability, paving the way for enhanced career opportunities for finance professionals.

jobs that did not exist around 10 years ago. These days, there is a requirement for an engineer to produce driverless cars, an influencer to alter consumer behaviour and promote products, and a specialist to analyse sheets of data and extract valuable information. These are just some of the many new job responsibilities and career paths that have emerged, and many more will emerge soon. Here's a glimpse of some careers that were non-existent a decade back but are now hungry for fresh talent: 1) Content creator – With the growing popularity of social media platforms like Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube among consumers, many individuals are turning to content creation. Making short videos and posting them on social media was considered a hobby earlier. However, today this skill can help individuals fetch thousands to lakhs just on a single post, depending on their reach. Plus, with more and more brands employing digital strategies, there is a surge in demand for influencers and content creators to market their products and influence consumer behaviour. Content creators are a brand in themselves whose voices are highly valued by consumers.

Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata, has come under scrutiny following the horrific rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee doctor inside the hospital premises. Ghosh resigned on August 12, just three days after the incident, and has since appeared before the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) multiple times due to alleged connections to the case. This has sparked questions about his professional qualifications and career trajectory.

International Monetary Fund (IMF) deputy managing director Gita Gopinath recently observed that increasing workplace safety is an important factor in raising women’s participation in the labour force and the workforce (the former makes up for a broader cohort, of those looking for work, in addition to those who are at work and comprise the workforce). This has particular resonance in India right now, given the shock and outrage across the country over the gruesome rape and murder of a medical intern at a Kolkata hospital earlier this month. IMF research shows that closing the gender gap in labour force participation rates (LFPR) can raise gross domestic product (GDP) in developing countries significantly.

Jake Paul has stated that his forthcoming bout against Mike Tyson, which is set for November 15, will bring home an unprecedented $40 million. Originally scheduled for last month, Tyson's match was rescheduled due to a flare-up of an ulcer. Paul is still optimistic about his money and ring performance in spite of the delay, as per the reports of The Mirror. The fight between Paul and Tyson has generated considerable excitement, with tensions rising at a recent press conference in New York. During the event, Paul and Tyson exchanged sharp words and got physical during their face-off. Paul, eager to make his point, spoke candidly about his motivations for the fight, emphasizing the financial benefits rather than seeking validation for his boxing career.

Raymond James continues to grow its employee advisor channel as a multigenerational advisory team from Baird transitions to join the firm.

WeWork founder Adam Neumann sat across from Jamie Hodari on brown leather seats. They were in a private plane headed to Atlanta. Neumann, the charismatic billionaire founder of WeWork, grilled his buttoned-up, awkward seatmate about the success of his rival firm, Industrious, while the two chief executives sipped Bloody Marys.

Kamala Harris' campaign for California attorney general is that she was not necessarily favored to win. It was 2010 — the pinnacle of the Tea Party's power — and Harris was running statewide for the first time and struggling to shed the same San Francisco liberal label that Donald Trump is yet again wielding as an epithet. Harris, then 45, was already seen as a rising star in the Democratic Party. «The female Barack Obama,» Gwen Ifill had memorably tagged her the year before. But plenty of rising stars are snuffed out early, and Harris was facing a formidable Republican foe that year in Steve Cooley, the popular and moderate district attorney of Los Angeles County.

Jharkhand Chief Minister Champai Soren may quit the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) party and join another front, JMM leader Manoj Pandey warned that such a move would be self-sabotage for Soren. Speaking to on Sunday, Pandey said, «Champai Soren is a cautious leader and remains a member of the party. It wouldn't be appropriate for me to comment on any of his remarks. However, if he does make such remarks and leaves the party for another, such as the BJP, it would be self-sabotage for him.» Pandey added that he «can't believe that a mature politician like Soren would make such a decision to join the BJP, which is already a sinking ship.»

Solomon Baek in the critically acclaimed series, takes a moment to reflect on his connection with his character. Based on Min Jin Lee's novel, Pachinko is a multigenerational saga that spans over six decades, chronicling the lives of the Baek family from their emigration from Korea to Japan in the 1930s to the family's struggles and triumphs in the 1980s. As Solomon embarks on a new chapter in his life, Jin Ha revisits his earlier thoughts on how deeply intertwined his own experiences are with those of his character, as per a report by Movieweb.

Rakesh Pal passed away in Chennai on Sunday due to a heart attack, according to officials. Sources told ToI that Rakesh Pal developed chest pain at INS Adyar when he was in discussion with the officials about the preparations for defence minister Rajnath Singh's visit to Chennai. He was rushed to the Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital (RGGGH) around 2.30 pm, but he died without responding to the treatment around 7 pm. Chief minister MK Stalin and defence minister Rajnath Singh were to visit RGGGH to pay their respects to Rakesh Pal.

Vinesh Phogat returned to India on Saturday after her Paris Olympics 2024 journey, greeted by an overwhelming crowd of supporters. Hundreds of fans gathered outside the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) airport in New Delhi to welcome her back, despite the disappointment of her disqualification from the Olympics for being overweight after reaching the 50kg final. Vinesh’s appeal against this disqualification was also rejected by the ad-hoc division of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), adding to the emotional weight of her return. Vinesh's arrival at her home village Balali was marked by a deeply emotional reunion with her uncle and mentor, Mahavir Singh Phogat. The embrace they shared resonated with many, capturing the emotional toll of her Olympic journey and the support she received from her family, particularly during her most challenging moments. This reunion, which was widely shared on social media, moved many of her supporters and fans, highlighting the strong bond between Vinesh and Mahavir. Throughout Vinesh’s struggles during the Olympics, Mahavir had been a steadfast pillar of support, offering encouragement even as the weight of her disqualification weighed heavily on her.

Abhishek Banerjee is on top of the world, as his recent film ‘Stree 2’ is shattering box-office records left, right, and centre. However, the actor-casting director’s career was on the precipice after he was unceremoniously fired from a lucrative project by Karan Johar’s production house, Dharma Productions. Banerjee was responsible for casting in films such as Vidya Balan’s ‘The Dirty Picture’ and Rani Mukerji’s ‘No One Killed Jessica’. However, he once believed his career was over after being dismissed by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions from the project ‘Agneepath’, which starred Hrithik Roshan and Priyanka Chopra.