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France Launches Probe into Death of Popular Streamer Jean Pormanove
French authorities have opened a judicial investigation following the death of internet streamer Raphael Graven, better known by his online name Jean Pormanove, whose shocking final broadcast has sparked outrage and calls for stronger regulation of streaming platforms. The 32-year-old,…
Macron Urges UN-Led Mission for Gaza, Warns Against Israel’s Expansion Plans
French President Emmanuel Macron has called for an immediate permanent ceasefire in Gaza, warning that Israel’s plan to seize control of Gaza City risks plunging the region into “permanent war.” Speaking on Monday, Macron described the move as “a disaster…
Tadej Pogacar Crushes Competition in the Pyrenees to Tighten Grip on Tour de France Title
Tadej Pogacar delivered a masterclass on Stage 12 of the Tour de France, dismantling his rivals on the grueling climb to Hautacam and reinforcing his dominance in the 2025 edition of the race. The Slovenian soared to victory on the…
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Farhan Naqvi on Strategic Decision-Making at Scale: Lessons from iLearningEngines’ High-Growth Journey
By Farhan Naqvi | Former CFO at iLearningEngines Published as part of our leadership series to highlight influential voices in enterprise growth and decision-making. The Real Challenge: Choosing What Not to Do In the world of high-growth startups, success often…
Indian Coast Guard: Ensuring Maritime Security and Rescue Operations
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG), established on 1 February 1977 and formally operational by 18 August 1978 under the Coast Guard Act, 1978, is a vital maritime law enforcement and search-and-rescue agency of India. It operates under the Ministry of…
Republic Day of India: A National Celebration of Freedom and Unity
India’s Republic Day, celebrated every year on January 26th, marks the adoption of the Indian Constitution in 1950. This historic event transformed India into a republic after gaining independence from British rule in 1947. The day is a celebration of…
ENTREPRENEEURS
Who is Aravind Srinivas? The Life Journey of Perplexity AI’s Visionary CEO
Early Life and Background Aravind Srinivas, the co-founder and CEO of Perplexity AI, was born on June 7, 1994, in Chennai, India. Growing up in a middle-class family, his upbringing was strongly influenced by his mother’s dream of seeing him…
The Inspiring Journey of Nagarajan Seyyadurai, Founder of SPK Group
Nagarajan Seyyadurai is a visionary entrepreneur and the founder of SPK Group, one of Tamil Nadu’s most influential business conglomerates. Rising from humble beginnings in Aruppukottai, he has built a diversified empire spanning infrastructure, real estate, textiles, and trading. His…
Nick Molnar: Redefining Retail Finance Through Afterpay
Early Entrepreneurial DriveNick Molnar’s journey as an entrepreneur began long before Afterpay. Born in February 1990 and raised in Sydney, he demonstrated a strong business instinct during his school years at Moriah College. As a teenager, he became Australia’s top…
BUSINESS LEADERS
Estelle Brachlianoff – CEO of Veolia and Leader in Ecological Transformation
Early Life and Education Estelle Brachlianoff was born in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France, to a Bulgarian father and a French mother. Her mother, an engineer at Aérospatiale (later Airbus Group), inspired her to follow her ambitions. As a child, she aspired to…
Ruslan Kogan: Visionary Entrepreneur Behind Kogan.com
Early Life & Entrepreneurial SparkBorn in November 1982, Ruslan Kogan migrated from Belarus to Australia with his family in 1989, settling in a Melbourne housing commission flat. His entrepreneurial instincts emerged early—at age 10, he launched a golf ball resale…
Alexandre Bompard – Visionary Business Leader and Transformation Strategist
Early Life and Education Born in the industrial city of Saint-Étienne in southeastern France, Alexandre Bompard is the son of Alain Bompard, a prominent businessman and former president of the AS Saint-Étienne football club (1997–2003). Bompard’s upbringing in a business-savvy…