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Swiggy receives Rs 7.6-crore notice from Pune profession tax department
- Food delivery firm Swiggy has received a notice from the Pune profession tax department for Rs 7.6 crore in unpaid dues.
- This brings the total due to various tax authorities to almost Rs 167 crore in the last month.
- The notice is related to violations of profession tax deduction provisions in Maharashtra for the fiscal year 2022.
- Swiggy plans to appeal the assessment order and believes it has strong arguments to protect its interests.
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Here are the 7 top hacker houses in San Francisco for 2025, as chosen by VCs and founders
- In San Francisco, hacker houses provide a space for founders to work intensively on their startups, often through word of mouth recommendations.
- These houses range from luxurious mansions to more modest setups, offering different amenities and durations of stay.
- San Francisco has become an important hub for startups, especially in the AI sector, attracting ambitious entrepreneurs to hacker houses for support and collaboration.
- AGI House in Hillsborough, a luxurious mansion with notable alumni and investors, is a prominent choice for founders in the AI community.
- AGI House in San Francisco, founded by Jeremy Nixon, competes with the Hillsborough mansion, offering a selective residency for AI-focused founders.
- HFO Residency in Alamo Square is compared to the 'Stanford of hacker houses', providing a selective program for repeat founders with notable investors.
- Mission Control in The Mission district focuses on younger builders, emphasizing community building and support for founders.
- Accelr8 House in Nob Hill offers a three-month cohort program for founders, including hackathons, demo days, and special events like a 'Mark Zuckerberg-themed rave'.
- HackHerHouse in North Beach is the first all-female hacker house in the Bay Area, providing subsidized rent for female founders to focus on building their companies.
- Capi House, launching for immigrant founders, offers shared and private rooms, workshops on fundraising and immigration, and a supportive community environment.
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Ramblings of a CEO: The Delicate Art of Being (Mildly) Annoyed
- Before COVID, customer service interactions were polite and understanding, but now customers are more likely to express outrage and ignore terms.
- Small businesses are expected to match the hyper-automated efficiency of mega-corps like Amazon, but without the same resources.
- At small businesses, real humans read and respond to customer inquiries, often going above and beyond to resolve issues.
- The plea is for customers to be understanding and compose messages as if speaking to someone they know, as small businesses genuinely want to help.
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“Plan B is Usually a Dream That Will Not Happen”
- Plan B is often a dream that will never happen, not because it wasn't possible, but because it is not fully pursued.
- People rarely fail at Plan B because it's impossible, but because it takes second place to the practical and responsible Plan A.
- It's time to prioritize our real dreams and bet on the version of ourselves we'd be proud to become.
- A backup plan isn't security if it's not built from conviction, so pursue your Plan B and give it the energy it deserves.
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How to Handle "I’ll Get Back to You" and Close More Sale
- Customers often say, "I'll get back to you" to avoid confrontation or to gather more information before making a decision.
- When faced with this objection, it's important to ask clarifying questions to uncover the prospect's hesitation.
- Creating a sense of urgency, offering guidance, and presenting alternative options can help keep the conversation moving forward.
- Setting a clear follow-up timeline and avoiding common mistakes such as being pushy or assuming the prospect will follow up are essential to closing the sale.
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Building High-Growth Startups: Key Insights from Vijay Krishnan, CTO of Turing
- To build a fundable startup, certain elements must align perfectly and attract investors.
- Market research and building a product that meets customer needs are crucial for growth.
- Lead generation strategies such as networking, cold emailing, and targeted ads help drive initial traction.
- Building bold, innovative features can create a significant competitive advantage.
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Building Experience in the Age of AI
- AI technologies like machine learning, chatbots, and predictive analytics are revolutionizing user experiences by making them more engaging and intuitive.
- In user experience, AI provides personalized recommendations, instant assistance through chatbots, and proactive solutions through predictive analytics.
- AI enhances customer experience by personalizing interactions, understanding sentiments, and mapping seamless customer journeys.
- AI significantly improves data segmentation, tailors experiences, and boosts customer satisfaction and loyalty through personalized content and campaigns.
- Artificial intelligence plays a crucial role in product development by enhancing personalization, predictive insights, and product quality.
- AI empowers businesses to create hyper-personalized product experiences and streamline customer touchpoints by leveraging data and intelligent automation.
- In employee experience, AI offers predictive analytics, personalized feedback, and automation to enhance performance, engagement, and job satisfaction.
- Supply chain experiences benefit from AI by optimizing efficiency, transparency, and resilience through demand prediction and real-time tracking.
- In the e-commerce sector, AI revolutionizes personalization, customer service, inventory optimization, and predicted trend surges for enhanced shopping experiences.
- The future of user experience involves AI-driven intuitive, anticipatory interactions focusing on personalization, accessibility, and empathetic technology integration.
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The Human Cost of Poor Management and toxic hostile Workplaces.
- Poor management and toxic work environments can have far-reaching consequences beyond the workplace, impacting mental and physical health, careers, and families.
- The subtle manifestations of poor management include unclear direction, inconsistent communication, favoritism, public criticism, and disregard for staff well-being.
- A significant portion of team engagement is linked to the behavior and capabilities of managers, with a lack of support leading to trust erosion, confusion, and anxiety.
- Toxic workplaces normalize harmful behaviors like bullying and exclusion, discouraging collaboration and stifling creativity, risk-taking, and honesty.
- Employees in unhealthy work environments may experience burnout and disillusionment, leading to decreased performance, morale, and a decline in well-being.
- Work-related stress and burnout have spillover effects into personal lives, affecting relationships, emotional well-being, and overall family dynamics.
- Many workers remain in toxic environments due to fear of being seen as ungrateful or weak, which perpetuates harmful systems rather than holding leaders accountable.
- Leadership plays a crucial role in fostering fair, respectful, and supportive work cultures by setting clear expectations, addressing harmful behavior, and rewarding good work consistently.
- Ignoring employee well-being may lead to lost talent, broken spirits, and long-term consequences for individuals and organizations, emphasizing the need for integrity and accountability in addressing workplace issues.
- The impact of bad management transcends the workplace and underscores the interconnectedness of work and personal life, emphasizing the need for organizations to prioritize employee well-being and create environments where people can thrive.
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Social Media Engineers
- The rise of Social Media Engineers™ is evident in the tech world.
- There are two types: Keyboard Warriors and Feed Famers.
- Tech companies are offering senior engineering roles to social media influencers.
- Companies have rational reasons for hiring tech influencers.
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Indian seafood exporters see severe impact from US tariffs
- The reciprocal tariffs announced by US President Donald Trump will have a severe adverse impact on Indian seafood exports to the US market.
- Shrimps accounted for 92% of the total seafood exports to the US, and India is the largest supplier of shrimps to the US market.
- The higher tariffs on Indian seafood exports come into effect from April 9, causing distress and putting Indian exporters at a disadvantage compared to South American suppliers.
- The estimated tariff impact on Indian exporters is around Rs 600 crore, causing a significant financial burden on the industry.
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Govt approves second Fund of Funds for Indian startups, sets up Startup India Desk
- The Indian government has approved the second Fund of Funds for startups with a corpus of Rs 10,000 crore.
- Rs 2,000 crore will be disbursed to SIDBI this year to support deep tech startups.
- A dedicated Startup India Desk has been established to serve as a helpline for entrepreneurs across India.
- The fund aims to develop technologies like AI, robotics, quantum computing, and biotech.
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Delhivery to Acquire Ecom Express for ₹1,407 crore Amid Layoffs and Pause on IPO Plans
- Delhivery is set to acquire Ecom Express for ₹1,407 crore in a major consolidation move in India's logistics sector.
- The deal comes at a challenging time for Ecom Express, which is facing layoffs, slowing demand, and paused IPO plans.
- The acquisition, subject to regulatory approvals, will make Ecom Express a subsidiary of Delhivery and drive benefits for businesses in the logistics industry.
- Delhivery and Ecom Express will focus on integrating route planning, warehousing networks, and technology platforms for improved service levels and economies of scale.
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Piyush Goyal announces national helpline desk for startups
- Union commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal has announced the launch of a dedicated Startup India Desk - a national helpline to assist entrepreneurs dealing with regulatory challenges or government-related hurdles.
- The helpline aims to offer startups a direct line to flag issues, suggest policy changes, and raise concerns over developments affecting their businesses.
- The Startup India Desk will be run by the commerce ministry and accessible through a user-friendly 4-digit toll-free number, with multilingual support to ensure wider reach.
- The government has also cleared the second Fund of Funds for Startups (FFS) with a corpus of Rs 10,000 crore to boost startups.
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Mixed Week For New-Age Tech Stocks Amid Trump’s Tariff War, Paytm & Zomato Among Gainers
- The global equities market saw trillions of dollars of wealth being wiped out this week due to US president Donald Trump's announcement of tariffs on imports from almost all countries.
- Indian stock markets crashed over 2.5% amidst the turmoil, but it was not entirely gloomy for new-age tech stocks covered by Inc42.
- 16 out of 32 new-age tech stocks gained this week, with the overall market cap reaching $74.75 billion.
- Veefin Solutions emerged as the top gainer, rising 18.07% after onboarding public sector banks for its supply chain finance platform.
- Paytm's shares surged 4.19% to cross the $6 billion market cap mark, with various business developments enhancing its position.
- On the contrary, MobiKwik saw a 6.89% decline in shares and ended the week 36% lower than its listing price.
- The week witnessed a bloodbath in stock markets globally post-Trump's tariff announcements, with major indices like Sensex and Nifty declining significantly.
- Investors are cautious about the impact of these tariffs and are closely watching retaliatory measures by other countries against the US.
- Zomato had a good week, gaining 4.54% in shares and seeing positive developments such as brokerage firm ratings and dismissal of an insolvency plea.
- Ola Electric, despite ongoing initiatives, faced a decline with shares down 1% as regulatory hurdles continue, affecting its operations in Maharashtra.
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5 Smart Budgeting Tips for Employees in America, Europe, and Southeast Asia Living on a Tight…
- Track Every Peso, Dollar, and Euro—Awareness is Freedom
- Live Local. Eat Seasonal. Thrive Financially
- Automate Your Savings—Because Willpower Isn’t Always Reliable
- Build a Side Income—Without Burning Out
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