Author: BharatSpeaks
At the recently held Aadhaar Samvaad 2024 event in New Delhi, Meghalaya received two national awards from the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), marking a significant achievement in the delivery of citizen-centric digital services. The event took place on April 8 at the Bharat Mandapam Convention Centre. Categories of Recognition Meghalaya was awarded in the following categories: Best Performing State in Mandatory Biometric Updates of Children Excellence in Verification of Adult Aadhaar Enrolment These awards underscore Meghalaya’s focused efforts on making Aadhaar services inclusive, secure, and reliable across different age groups. Recognition of Digital Governance The awards were received…
India’s women are taking on powerful roles across sectors—from finance and fashion to public policy, sports, and cinema. Yet, despite significant progress, women still face institutional gaps in leadership representation. That’s why spotlighting the achievements of self-made women is more than just recognition—it’s a statement of possibility. The W-Power 2025 list by Forbes India highlights trailblazers who have carved a name for themselves through innovation, discipline, and leadership. Business, Finance, and Governance These women are steering major corporations, advising global financial systems, and building empires from scratch: Gita GopinathFirst Deputy Managing Director, International Monetary FundA globally respected economist shaping macroeconomic…
In a major step towards convenience-driven telecom services, Bharti Airtel has partnered with Blinkit, the quick commerce platform owned by Zomato, to offer 10-minute doorstep delivery of SIM cards across 16 Indian cities. The service will cost users a nominal Rs 49 and promises fast access to Airtel’s prepaid, postpaid, and mobile number portability (MNP) options. Quick, Simple, and Reliable Once a customer places the order, Blinkit delivers the SIM card within minutes. Post-delivery, users can complete Aadhaar-based e-KYC authentication and activate the number, all from the comfort of their home. Activation can be completed within a 15-day window, ensuring…
Indian cricketer Rinku Singh, known for his explosive batting for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), has made headlines off the field with a significant investment of Rs 1.9 crore in sports nutrition startup BeastLife. BeastLife, founded in 2024 by fitness influencer and YouTuber Gaurav Taneja, has quickly become a growing name in India’s sports supplement market. Following Rinku Singh’s entry as both investor and brand ambassador, the company’s valuation has surged to Rs 120 crore, signaling strong investor and consumer confidence. Promoting Clean Nutrition in Sports Rinku Singh, 27, has expressed his goal of advocating for clean and effective supplements across…
In a heartwarming gesture of solidarity and compassion, Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has come forward to support former teammate Vinod Kambli during his difficult times, fulfilling a promise he made earlier this year. Through his CHAMPS Foundation—a charitable organization established in 1999 to assist former international athletes in need—Gavaskar has ensured a monthly allowance of Rs 30,000 for Kambli for the rest of his life. Additionally, Rs 30,000 annually will be provided towards Kambli’s medical expenses. Kambli’s Health Battles Vinod Kambli, once a promising left-handed batsman who represented India in 17 Tests and 104 ODIs between 1993 and 2000,…
At just 21 years old, Seema Kumari has already achieved what many only dare to dream: a full scholarship to Harvard University. But behind this extraordinary milestone lies a story of perseverance, courage, and an unbreakable spirit born in one of India’s most underdeveloped regions. A Humble Beginning Seema hails from Dahu, a small, remote village in Jharkhand’s Ormanjhi block, where poverty, limited education, and early marriage often define a girl’s future. Born into a joint family of 19 members, her parents — with no formal education themselves — worked tirelessly to make ends meet. Her father earned a meager…