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Modi government launches BHASKAR, a centralized digital start-up registry

Union Minister Piyush Goyal has launched the Bharat Startup Knowledge Access Registry (BHASKAR). It is a comprehensive digital platform designed to centralize and enhance collaboration, among various stakeholders within the entrepreneurial landscape, and will support over 1.46 lakh DPIIT-recognized start-ups in India. The initiative is part of the government's Startup India program, and aligns with its vision to transform India into a global leader in innovation and entrepreneurship.

Sports

Who is Randhir Singh, the first Indian president of OCA?

Randhir Singh, a seasoned sports administrator and five-time Olympic shooter, has made history by becoming the first Indian to be elected as the president of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA). His election was held during the 44th General Assembly of the OCA. The 77-year-old former Olympian was unanimously chosen for this prestigious position, marking a significant milestone in his career.

Politics

'I know about EVMs...': Pitroda says 2024 polls weren't fair

Congress leader Sam Pitroda while speaking at an event in the United States questioned the reliability of electronic voting machines. He also raised concerns over the fairness and transparency of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. To recall, in the general elections, the incumbent Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) failed to secure a majority on its own and had to rely on its alliance partners to form a government for the third time.

Technology

Huawei launches world's first triple-folding smartphone at $2,800

Huawei has introduced its innovative trifold smartphone, the Mate XT, with a starting price of $2,800. The announcement was made by Richard Yu, Huawei's Executive Director and Chairman of the Consumer Business Group Board of Directors. "We have spent five years striving for this," Yu said during the launch event at Huawei's headquarters in Shenzhen. The device is now available for pre-orders and will hit stores on September 20.

Entertainment

'Luck' director accuses Netflix, 'Squid Game' of plagiarism; files lawsuit

Filmmaker Soham Shah has filed a lawsuit against Netflix, alleging that the plot of its popular series Squid Game is a "blatant rip-off" of his 2009 Hindi-language film Luck. The lawsuit, filed in a New York federal court on Friday, comes as Netflix prepares to release the second season of the show later this year. Shah's film revolves around desperate, indebted individuals participating in deadly competitive games for large sums of money. It starred Sanjay Dutt and Imran Khan.

Business

Modi government launches BHASKAR, a centralized digital start-up registry

Union Minister Piyush Goyal has launched the Bharat Startup Knowledge Access Registry (BHASKAR). It is a comprehensive digital platform designed to centralize and enhance collaboration, among various stakeholders within the entrepreneurial landscape, and will support over 1.46 lakh DPIIT-recognized start-ups in India. The initiative is part of the government's Startup India program, and aligns with its vision to transform India into a global leader in innovation and entrepreneurship.

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Modi government launches BHASKAR, a centralized digital start-up registry

Union Minister Piyush Goyal has launched the Bharat Startup Knowledge Access Registry (BHASKAR). It is a comprehensive digital platform designed to centralize and enhance collaboration, among various stakeholders within the entrepreneurial landscape, and will support over 1.46 lakh DPIIT-recognized start-ups in India. The initiative is part of the government's Startup India program, and aligns with its vision to transform India into a global leader in innovation and entrepreneurship.