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FirstClub Achieves $255 Million Valuation in Nine Months

Bengaluru-based startup FirstClub has increased its valuation to $255 million in just nine months. The company has reported over 1 million orders and a $50 million annualized gross merchandise value run rate since its launch.

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FirstClub Achieves $255 Million Valuation in Nine Months

FirstClub, a Bengaluru-based startup, has increased its valuation to $255 million in just nine months. The company has surpassed 1 million orders and reached a $50 million annualized GMV run rate since its launch.

Al Jazeera English

Fire at New Delhi hotel results in 21 fatalities

A hotel fire in New Delhi has claimed the lives of at least 21 people. Firefighters used eight engines to control the blaze, and over 40 individuals were rescued and taken to hospitals.

Deutsche Welle

US Proposes 12.5% Tariff on Indian Imports Due to Forced Labor Concerns

The US has suggested implementing a 12.5% tariff on Indian imports, raising concerns about forced labor. This move could impact current trade discussions between the US and India. Additionally, Indian citizens in Germany are encountering difficulties related to citizenship.

Deutsche Welle

Cockroach Janta Party Addresses Youth Concerns in India

The Cockroach Janta Party is a satirical movement that has resonated with young people in India, focusing on their concerns about education and employment issues. This movement aims to amplify the voices of the youth in the political discourse.