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Woman earned Rs 22.70 lakh in a year from her LinkedIn side hustle. How she did it

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Woman earned Rs 22.70 lakh in a year from her LinkedIn side hustle. How she did it

Jade Powell's income from the LinkedIn side hustle hasn’t yet surpassed her $95,000 salary from her previous full-time job.

What set Steve Jobs apart from most leaders? Apple CEO Tim Cook shares 2 key reasons

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What set Steve Jobs apart from most leaders? Apple CEO Tim Cook shares 2 key reasons

Tim Cook’s tribute to Steve Jobs also highlighted the latter's passion for debate, an environment that fostered mutual growth.

Woman claims she booked a camel on Uber in Dubai desert for Rs 1,100. Instagram users debunk fake video

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Woman claims she booked a camel on Uber in Dubai desert for Rs 1,100. Instagram users debunk fake video

Two women turned to their smartphones for assistance in the desert and claimed that the Uber app presented them with an unexpected choice: a camel ride.

Bengaluru rain turns roads to rivers & brings traffic at standstill - boats to the rescue. Visuals

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Bengaluru rain turns roads to rivers & brings traffic at standstill - boats to the rescue. Visuals

Bengaluru rain and floods: Videos show water gushing into a BMTC bus and boats being used to rescue residents from inundated areas.

Company fires Vice President after 25% bonus: 'never received negative feedback'

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Company fires Vice President after 25% bonus: 'never received negative feedback'

The real blow came when they later discovered that the company had already hired someone else for the exact same position—a bitter realisation that only compounded their frustration.

This airport in New Zealand has set a 3-minute time limit for hugs. Here's why

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This airport in New Zealand has set a 3-minute time limit for hugs. Here's why

Travellers lingering too long might be asked to shift their cuddles to the parking area, where they are welcome to embrace for as long as they like—within the 15-minute free window.

Kerala students ask narcotics officers for matchbox to light gaanja beedi, caught

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Kerala students ask narcotics officers for matchbox to light gaanja beedi, caught

The students had unknowingly walked into a narcotics squad office office, mistaking it for a garage, only to realise their mistake too late.

Zepto co-founder's mother had the most desi reaction to son dropping out of Stanford

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Zepto co-founder's mother had the most desi reaction to son dropping out of Stanford

Aadit Palicha and Kaivalya Vohra, both students of Computer Science at Stanford University, dropped out of college to pursue a dream that started with a simple WhatsApp group.

Zepto team works 80-100 hours a week, says CEO Aadit Palicha: 'It's not about money'

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Zepto team works 80-100 hours a week, says CEO Aadit Palicha: 'It's not about money'

Discussions on work-life balance have been rife recently with two sides facing off – those who advocate for the hustle culture and others who prioritise personal well-being over work.

Delhi entrepreneur says he didn't party, started working at 14. At 23, he earns Rs 4.20 crore annually

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Delhi entrepreneur says he didn't party, started working at 14. At 23, he earns Rs 4.20 crore annually

While the entrepreneur's tweet aimed to motivate, it sparked backlash, with several users accusing him of glorifying hustle culture and creating unnecessary pressure for young people.

Jealous of your partner's ex? 'Rebecca syndrome' may be to blame, and social media is fueling it

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Jealous of your partner's ex? 'Rebecca syndrome' may be to blame, and social media is fueling it

According to experts, retroactive jealousy doesn’t originate in romantic relationships but often stems from childhood experiences of neglect or insecurity.

Golgappa vendors knead dough with feet in viral video, admit to mixing Harpic to 'enhance taste'

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Golgappa vendors knead dough with feet in viral video, admit to mixing Harpic to 'enhance taste'

The vendors admitted that apart from kneading the dough with their feet, they added urea and Harpic to 'enhance the taste' of the golgappas they sold.

Firm hired North Korean for remote role. He hacked data, demanded crypto ransom on being fired

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Firm hired North Korean for remote role. He hacked data, demanded crypto ransom on being fired

The firm, which operates in the UK, US, or Australia but has chosen to remain anonymous, reportedly hired the hacker after he falsified his employment history and personal information.

Woman mistakes Greek flags for Israel's, tears them down at US restaurant. Viral video

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Woman mistakes Greek flags for Israel's, tears them down at US restaurant. Viral video

The video takes a comical turn when one of the bewildered restaurant staff gently informs the woman that the flags were Greek, not Israeli.

House help's WhatsApp status flaunting stolen saree & watch leads ex-employers to Rs 2.4 lakh theft

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House help's WhatsApp status flaunting stolen saree & watch leads ex-employers to Rs 2.4 lakh theft

The complainant’s wife, while scrolling through WhatsApp, spotted the house help's status update featuring the watch and saree that had gone missing.

Retired SBI officer cracked NEET at 64 in 2020. Now, he is an MBBS student in VIMSAR, Odisha

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Retired SBI officer cracked NEET at 64 in 2020. Now, he is an MBBS student in VIMSAR, Odisha

Jaya Kishore Pradhan's pursuit of a medical degree was further facilitated by a 2019 Supreme Court ruling that lifted the upper age limit for NEET aspirants.

Meta sacks 24 employees for using meal credits to buy groceries like toothpaste, detergent

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Meta sacks 24 employees for using meal credits to buy groceries like toothpaste, detergent

Cases came to light during a broader HR investigation into how the meal credits were being used. Those found guilty of frequent violations were dismissed.

When Ratan Tata fact-checked a viral quote attributed to him: 'Facebook or Twitter made it'. Video

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When Ratan Tata fact-checked a viral quote attributed to him: 'Facebook or Twitter made it'. Video

Ratan Tata clarified his stance to an interviewer at an event in Paris who credited him with a popular quote: 'I don't believe in taking right decisions. I take decisions and make them right.'

Indian School of Business alumni create unofficial 'singles group' on 'popular request'. There are 3 rules

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Indian School of Business alumni create unofficial 'singles group' on 'popular request'. There are 3 rules

Some of the trending comments include playful takes on the name of ISB, such as: Institute of Single Bachelors, In Search of Bae, Indian Shaadi Bureau and so on.

World's shortest flight lasts just 90 seconds, connecting 2 islands 2.7km apart. Tickets start at...

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World's shortest flight lasts just 90 seconds, connecting 2 islands 2.7km apart. Tickets start at...

In favourable weather conditions, the Loganair flight can be even shorter—just around 47 seconds to cover the 2.7 km distance - the same length as the runway at Edinburgh Airport.

Indiranagar to Bengaluru airport in 5 minutes? An air taxi can fly you for Rs 1,700, claims CEO

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Indiranagar to Bengaluru airport in 5 minutes? An air taxi can fly you for Rs 1,700, claims CEO

Currently, a journey from Indiranagar to the Bengaluru airport can take 1.5 hours. With Sarla Aviation’s fully electric flying taxis, the distance can be covered in five minutes.

Trader says 'invest Rs 20,000/month in SIP, buy second hand car' in viral tweet, slammed

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Trader says 'invest Rs 20,000/month in SIP, buy second hand car' in viral tweet, slammed

Sourav Dutta has a history of sharing controversial financial opinions that draw backlash. In an older tweet, he claimed that a salary of Rs 25 lakh per annum is insufficient to sustain a family of three.

Mohandas Pai's 'nothing in Bengaluru' tweet prompts Sridhar Vembu to reply on 'North-South politics'

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Mohandas Pai's 'nothing in Bengaluru' tweet prompts Sridhar Vembu to reply on 'North-South politics'

In a counter-response to TV Mohandas Pai, Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu defended the integrity of the selection process for the AI centres.

Why does Google offer free meals to employees? Sundar Pichai says it's not just a perk

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Why does Google offer free meals to employees? Sundar Pichai says it's not just a perk

Sundar Pichai revealed that nearly 90% of candidates offered positions at Google choose to accept them.

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