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Unemployment is emerging as a major problem in India, after the Covid-19 pandemic and the lock downs. But that did not stop the students of Arc Technologies and Institutions from getting jobs from top IT firms. Nagpur, Maharashtra-based Arc Technologies and Institutions is proud to announce that its students have been hired by Google, HCL, and other leading multinational companies (MNCs), and IT firms. Getting a job in a top company was always a hard task for freshers. And the negative impact of the pandemic and the lock downs has worsened the situation for job seekers. According to a latest report from International Labour Organization (ILO), unemployment across the world is predicted to continue above pre-Covid-19 levels until at least 2023. This is because 207 million people are unemployed this year, which is almost 21 million more than in 2019. Apart from that, unemployment has also increased because of the demand for IT jobs, which continues to grow thanks to the l...

It is quite difficult to succeed in life if you do not have a working knowledge of money. Learn 7 top money-management techniques to teach your kids. You want the best for your kids after you become a parent. And the lesson about money is something you must teach your children if you want them to do well in life. According to a survey, nearly half of parents say they miss opportunities to talk to their children about money and finances. Half of the children polled thought their parents should have educated them more about money. If you want to play a significant influence in moulding your children's sentiments, thoughts, and values regarding money, you must instill financial literacy in them from an early age. Here are top money-management techniques to teach your kids : 1. Begin with the Fundamentals at a Young Age  Since 2001, Sam X Renick, co-creator of Sammy Rabbit, a children's character and financial literacy programme, has been teaching youngsters ...

Shanta Balu Pawar, of Pune, built a martial arts academy when she was 84 years old. Shanta is a street performer, martial arts instructor, and the sole earner for her 20-person family. Who says that life stops in old age and elderly people have nothing much to do. 86-year-old street performer, Shanta Balu Pawar, founded an institution to teach martial arts and self-defense to the youth of Pune. This school came into being in 2020, after her performance video went popular on social media. Shanta established the school with the enormous assistance of netizens, including celebrities such as Sonu Sood and Riteish Deshmukh. Shanta is a well-known figure on the streets of Pune. She has been practising lathi-kathi and tightrope walking since she was eight years old. And even at the age of 86, neither her vigour nor her dexterity have waned. This 'warrior aaji' performs in the Gosavi Vasti neighbourhood, and her incredible talent also helps feed her 20-member family. ...

K S Bhatia saw several ups and downs in life before he built Rs 17 crore turnover business. What's amazing is that his company, Grow India Ventures India Pvt Ltd, clocked the turnover amid the Covid-19 pandemic. K S Bhatia, 50, of Amritsar, who currently serves as CEO of the businesses he founded, Pumpkart and Figgital, sold shawls and sweaters while studying engineering in Bengaluru. Pumpkart is an online B2B platform that offers water pumps and agricultural equipment, whereas Figgital is a chain of electronics stores that sells anything from computers to mobile phones to television sets and washing machines. Bhatia's business path has had many ups and downs, but every time he reached rock bottom, something happened to reverse the course of events and he was back on his feet. "That's God's way of holding my hand," says Bhatia, whose business was in decline when the Covid shutdown caused a surge in demand for pumps in the market, allowing hi...

You may be good at your job, but you may still not get a raise if you don't improve your conduct at work. Find out five ways and some smart apps that may help you to better conduct yourself at work. Whether you are just starting out in your career or have already won your dream job, managing office etiquette may be difficult. A lack of this characteristic will be noticed and can stymie your success. If you want to set yourself up for success and create a good impression on your bosses and coworkers, you should learn some strategies and suggestions for better workplace behaviour. Given below are five ways and some smart apps that may help you to better conduct yourself at work: 1. Be on Time : If you care about your job, you will not be habitually late or missing. Maintaining attendance and coming on time or a few minutes sooner is critical for firms and employers who place a premium on punctuality. Maintain strict time management and return to work on time, e...

An independent research scientist has won the Padma Shri this year for discovering black pearls. Dr Ajai Kumar Sonkar is globally known due to the discovery. Dr. Ajai Kumar Sonkar, an independent research scientist from Prayagraj's Sangam city, was awarded the Padma Shri this year for his excellent efforts in the field of pearl culture. Dr. Ajai Sonkar is the head of the Pearl Aquaculture Research Foundation and the primary investigator for this research mission. His expertise in creating pearl-making procedures employing cutting-edge tissue culture has earned him international acclaim. Dr. Ajai Sonkar intended to be an engineer as a youth and studied physics, chemistry, and mathematics at Allahabad University. However, an episode of a Doordarshan afternoon TV show aroused his interest in pearl culture. Dr. Ajai Sonkar wished to create pearls from freshwater oysters in the manner of the Japanese. While he quickly saw that this would be a difficult undertaking, he...

Sindhu Arun took her family's rural business to the next level by launching a cold-pressed oil brand, PRESSO, in 2017. Her business now clocks a Rs 6 crore turnover. Sindhu Arun, an MBA graduate from Warwick Business School in the United Kingdom, has built a cold-pressed oil brand centred in a village in Tamil Nadu's Tiruppur district. She has grown the family business from a modest Rs 10 lakh in 2013 to Rs 6 crore in FY 2020-21. Winning the trust of her husband Arun's family, particularly her father-in-younger law's brother V Gopalakrishnan, who was running the family's copra business without a name or a brand, Sindhu hired staff, broadened the product portfolio, and increased turnover in a matter of years. Today, the company is known as AgriPro Industries, a partnership that sells copra, coconuts, coconut shells and husk, and three types of cold pressed oil (coconut, groundnut, and sesame) under the brand name PRESSO. Sindhu, 37, is from a middle-cl...

Instagram has become a great platform to earn money online. Find 5 top ways to make money on Instagram this year. Are you one of those who look for ways to generate money on Instagram. Then you should consider sharing more than just your photographs and videos. Companies are drawn to specific groups on the social networking app, even if the number of members is in the thousands. You may be able to earn money if your followers suit the profile of consumers that a business is attempting to reach. Not interested in being an influencer? Consider selling your own products. As of April 2021, the top five Instagram influencers each had over 200 million followers. Influencers with a million followers might earn up to $670 every post. On Instagram, a content producer with 100,000 followers can earn around $200 every post, while someone with 10,000 followers can earn around $88 per post. More followers + more posts = more money, according to the Instagram success formula. You may ...

You have worked hard to build your business, and the time has come to take it to the next level with Fikarnet Media. This Mumbai-based expert in digital marketing can help you boost your business with its vast range of services. Running a business is difficult, whether it is established or a startup, and promoting your brand can be costly. Digital marketing can help you do that easily and affordably as the internet connects people and businesses all over the world and everything is now available online. Moreover, digital marketing is a low-cost technique to market a business online and reach out to potential clients. In fact, it can be less expensive than traditional marketing. This is because printing, radio and television ads, etc. are involved in traditional marketing, which businesses find harder to scale. Online marketing is not only more affordable, but it is also much easier to track results with real-time marketing results. It comprises a variety of methods, such as ...

Networking is one of the best things to do if you to move forward in your career. Find out several tips in this article on how to network your way to success. Any expert will tell you that networking is one of the best strategies to enhance your career and a great source of assistance for day-to-day professional difficulties. Employers, particularly those with strong diversity programmes, recognise the value of networking , and there are official – as well as unofficial – networks for almost every demographic. President of GEMS Group, a human resources consulting firm based in Herndon, Virginia, Cornelia Gamlem, says, "These networks are extremely significant to many people of colour. They can provide a type of balance in determining whether a circumstance is unique or if it is something that other people have experienced as well. Networks can assist people in avoiding the sensation of isolation and overcoming challenges on their own." However, keep in mind tha...

Karan Nohria started a restobar duing the Covid-19 pandemic. He is now looking to expand Silly across the country. Oprah Winfrey, a popular American talk show host, famously stated that the "greatest adventure you can ever take is to live the life of your dreams." The quote is fitting for Karan Nohria, who has dreamed of operating a restaurant where people can be themselves since he was a teenager. I wanted to create a space where individuals could be themselves without having to worry about dressing up or anything else. That's what motivated me to create Silly — a fuss-free, laid-back environment." Silly was founded in March 2021 in Mumbai's Khar neighbourhood by a 21-year-old man, Karan Nohria, who claims that, "Despite the COVID-19 constraints, the establishment has been running smoothly." Karan says, "We have recovered 45 percent of our investment and intend to break even in the next six to eight months," adding that the...

Should today's job seekers work for a multinational corporation (MNC) or a startup?. Find out what experts have to say in this matter. Today's job seekers have a wonderful opportunity to build their careers in a field of their choice. Startups have a small scale and rapid growth vs. legacy giants with thousands of employees. What are the advantages of each option, and how does it affect one's career development? Startups teach you how to live. Freshers do not need to be concerned about the risks associated with working for a startup. You will not fail if you work for a startup that fails. The advantages of working for a startup exceed the risks of job loss. It's all a matter of choice, and occasionally in life, you'll have to make difficult decisions. One of the most difficult decisions is whether to work for a large corporation or a startup. Job seekers must make the right decision because this will be their first excursion into professional life...

A couple from Kerala quit their corporate jobs in the UAE to start their own business, Papla, which creates tableware, grow bags, and other items out of arecanut leaf sheaths. Engineer Devakumar Narayanan lived in the UAE for four years, working a 9-5 corporate job and having a fast-paced existence. The gruelling pace and lifestyle that his employment involved left the couple with a strong desire to return to their hometown - Kerala – soon after his wife Saranya joined him. So they returned to Kasaragod in 2018 with the intention of launching their own business. Saranya says, "We'd always planned to create our own business that had a good cause and a sense of social responsibility." After deciding to enter the manufacturing industry, they began seeking for locally available and natural raw materials that may serve as their unique selling point. "We finally went for arecanut leaf sheaths, after exploring several choices. Arecanut trees grow in a...

We are here to help you reach your goals and achieve new milestones in your academic, professional, and personal journey in 2022. Find out 5 learning resolutions to help you make the most of this year. One of the best ways to grown in life, is to treat your learning like your savings account. Regular, consistent donations and reviews are the greatest approach to achieve your financial goals, and you should do the same for our learning. If you look for them, learning opportunities can be found almost anywhere. You can invest in your professional growth strategy by taking steps that will put you on the right track. Here are 5 learning resolutions for your growth. Determine what is most important to you It is critical to discover your mission and your passions. Once you've discovered what's most important to you and what gives your life meaning, you can look for new methods to pursue your life's calling. Improve your resume by learning new skills ...

The farmhouses culture no longer remains exclusive to a certain premium category of people. Again, recent amendments in the Land reforms act, especially in Karnataka, have opened the window for all non-farming background individuals and institutions to own agricultural land. The reason why the concept of owning and investing in managed farmhouses has seen a rising trend in India in the last couple of years. Another crucial factor for such a drastic transformation in the market for investments in managed farmlands is the ongoing pandemic. Covid protocols have redefined the whole working ecosystem. Work from home mechanism has become the new norm. The situation has taken a toll on the lifestyle and mindsets of people. The stress and fatigue of urban living and within a micro set-up without freedom for weekly getaways and travel is making things worse. The undesirable circumstances have made them realize the importance of owning a larger & eco-friendly conducive home. Manag...

People are asking whether the Kangen water business opportunity  is a scam. But the company behind it says that rather than a scam it is a legitimate business opportunity. Many businesses today recognize the value of network marketing and use it to sell and distribute their goods. Rather than spending large sums of money on television, radio, newspapers, and online advertising, their distributors rely on word of mouth to promote their products. Instead of going into a store and having a salesperson give you a scripted rundown on a product they don't own, have never used, or aren't passionate about, you can buy a Kangen Water Machine from someone who already has one and can provide you with all the information, pros and cons of having one in their home. As a Kangen Water Distributor, you purchase your own machine to use at home and potentially share with others so they can experience it. This is the only investment required to start a business with Enagic, and it ...

Prachi Bhatia left a high-paying job and started her own business. Her home decor and gift products business, Chokhat, made Rs. 14 lakh, during the pandemic. Many of us fight to stay in our professions, helping others build their brands using our skills, but few of us have the confidence to strike out on our own and build our own empires. Prachi Bhatia, a 24-year-old from Ghaziabad, is one of those who quit a well-paying job to pursue her dreams, and she is now reaping the benefits of her efforts. Prachi has gone from having one order when she first started her firm in 2018 to making Rs 14 lakh in revenue during the coronavirus pandemic in 2020. The Ghaziabad native was always a high achiever, and the Haryana government honoured her in 2017 for graduating first in her product design class at the GD Goenka School of Fashion & Design.  She then moved on to acquire a job Prachi Bhatia quit her high-paying job to build Chokhat home venture that made Rs. 14 lac in Covid-1...

Debaditya Chaudhury's first Chinese restaurant, Chowman, started doing business in 2010. He now has 22 of them, 18 of them are in Kolkata and 4 in Bangalore. If you've spent a significant amount of time in Kolkata (formerly Calcutta) or live there, you're already a fan of Chinese cuisine. There isn't a single Calcutta resident who doesn't enjoy Chinese cuisine. In reality, the first Chinese restaurant in India opened almost a century ago in Calcutta. The restaurant, known as Eau Chew, was founded in 1920 by a Chinese immigrant as a tiffin stop for other Chinese immigrants arriving in Calcutta. The distinctive Indian Chinese food was an instant hit, and it is now available in practically every section of the country. Given that India has 70 lakh organised restaurants and 2.3 crore unorganised restaurants (according to the Federation of Hotel and Restaurant Association of India), it's safe to assume that the majority of them serve Indian Chinese, ev...

In the modern day world, taste and preferences of a customer changes at a very fast pace and the same phenomena is visible in interior decorative lighting as well. The architecture and construction industry has also understood the fact that now they need to address the interior lighting needs of customers in the beginning of the project and not in the last as interior decorative lighting has become the focus point for majority of the customers. Recently, the lighting experts at JRK Home Décor shed some light on the topic of top trends in interior decorative lighting and if you are looking forward to buy or build a new house/office or thinking of revamping the interiors of your home/office, you just can’t give it a miss. 1. Add more value to premises: Now more thought needs to be given while designing interior decorative lighting as due to COVID-19, people spend more time at home because of which they expect that the lighting system should be designed in a manner that i...

India’s most prestigious award ceremony, Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards 2022 is nearing and like every year, this year too the grand event is expected to be full of elite, big wins and memorable moments. But before that day dawns, today a press conference was held in Mumbai to give a head-start to the awards this year. DPIFF Awards 2022 will be held on February 20. The occasion will celebrate the grandeur of Indian Cinema and commemorate 75 years of Independence (Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav). The award ceremony has set the benchmark by honoring three broad segments of the Indian Entertainment Industries under one roof. Miss Universe Judge Urvashi Rautela, Annu Kapoor, Pragya Kapoor and Mayor of Mumbai - BMC was the guest of honour at the press conference today. The evening was full of nostalgia as Urvashi recalled her acting debut and Mahesh Manjrekar shared his journey so far in the entertainment industry. The very illustrious Shri Subhash Ghai joined the Press...