Ola's S1 Pro Sona with gold elements đ”
Adani to invest âč20,000 cr in Bihar, SpiceJet to operate special flights for Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, Accenture's strong GenAI prospects, Funding Deals and more.
Good morning and welcome to Mondayâs edition of Rise & Shine!
âA river cuts through rock, not because of its power, but because of its persistence.â
â James N. Watkins
James N. Watkinsâ inspiring words remind us that persistence, not sheer force, is the true key to overcoming obstacles. Letâs explore how steady effort shapes success.
Like a river-shaping stone, persistence enables us to tackle even the toughest challenges and achieve lasting results.
Tech Updates
Ola Electric launches limited edition of S1 Pro Sona in real 24-karat pure gold elements
Ola Electric on Saturday said it has launched a limited 'Sona' edition of its S1 Pro in real 24-karat pure gold elements. This limited edition scooter has been introduced as part of the #SavingsWalaScooter campaign, under which the company will expand its sales and service network to 4,000 stores across the country on December 25, the company said in a statement. As a year-end surprise for customers, the company will be giving away limited units of Ola S1 Pro Sona through #OlaSonaContest.
Adani to invest âč20,000 crore in proposed supercritical thermal power plant in Bihar
Billionaire Gautam Adaniâs conglomerate has announced plans to invest âč20,000 crore in establishing a supercritical thermal power plant in Bihar. This move comes as part of the groupâs broader strategy to expand its footprint in the state, including growth in the cement, food processing, and logistics sectors.
SpiceJet to operate special flights to/from Prayagraj for Maha Kumbh Mela 2025
With Maha Kumbh Mela set to start next month, SpiceJet has announced the launch of daily special flights connecting Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj to major cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Ahmedabad.
In addition to this, it added that airline is offering non-stop flights between Ahmedabad and Prayagraj.
Accenture quarterly numbers point to strong GenAI prospects
Indiaâs $254-billion technology outsourcing industry, key to helping bridge an unexpectedly wide current account gap through a period of tepid demand for merchandise goods globally, has significant positives emerging from Accentureâs latest quarterly earnings after the worldâs tech-services leader signalled robust GenAI prospects and early signs of demand revival in North America.
Funding Deals
AI-focused healthtech startup Confido Health has $3 million in its seed round led by Together Fund. The round also saw participation from MedMountain Ventures, Rebellion VC, DeVC, Operators Studio, and strategic healthcare operators.
Quick commerce startup KiranaPro has successfully raised seed funding, with participation from leading early-stage venture capital firms such as Turbostart, Unpopular Ventures, Blume Founders Fund, and Snow Leopard Ventures.
đïž Short Story: The Relentless Innovator
When Priya began developing her startup, she faced countless hurdlesâtechnical failures, funding rejections, and self-doubt. Instead of giving up, she approached each challenge with persistence, refining her ideas and seeking new opportunities.
Over years of consistent effort, her startup not only succeeded but became a leader in its industry. Priyaâs journey mirrored the riverâs relentless flow, proving that persistence conquers all.
Tweet of the dayđ„
As you start your week, remember that progress isnât about dramatic leapsâitâs about steady steps forward.
Rise & Shine reminds you that with persistence, even the toughest obstacles can be overcome.
Have a persistent and focused Monday!
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