72% of Gen Z professionals are struggling to network: 5 ways to build connections that get you hired

New LinkedIn research reveals a paradox: Generation Z is hyper-connected online yet 72 percent feel disconnected from people who could advance their careers. Fear of judgment and sounding inauthentic keeps them silent. This piece unpacks that confidence gap and offers five research-backed ways to turn contacts into real connections that actually get you hired.

‘Dragon’: Shahid Kapoor and Alia Bhatt to join Jr NTR and Anil Kapoor in Prashanth Neel directorial – Report

Alia Bhatt and Shahid Kapoor are reportedly joining Jr NTR and Anil Kapoor for Prashanth Neel’s film. This project, titled ‘Dragon’, is an upcoming action thriller with a grand scale. Shahid Kapoor might be portraying a negative role in this highly anticipated movie. Alia Bhatt’s involvement marks her second Telugu film, and she previously worked…

Kaun Banega Crorepati 18: UP’s 12th pass contestant Pooja Das wins Rs 12.5 lakh; opens up about her journey from a village to becoming a content creator

Pooja Das, hailing from Uttar Pradesh, made headlines after winning Rs 12.5 lakh on Kaun Banega Crorepati. While faced with a challenging question about the UN Memorial Cemetery, she chose to withdraw from the game. Pooja’s inspiring narrative includes overcoming obstacles of parental loss and societal expectations. Today, she boasts a robust social media presence,…

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani bans AI for NYC students until high school: Why his decision is making so much noise online

In a significant move, New York City schools have announced a halt to using generative AI for children from pre-k to eighth grade, covering around 600,000 students. Conversely, high schoolers will engage in AI literacy programs with monitored tests. Teachers are permitted to adopt AI for lesson planning and translation—but not for grading—to nurture students’…

Beyonce celebrates 20 years of ‘B’Day’; singer releases remastered album on 45th birthday

On her 45th birthday, pop star Beyoncé surprised her fans by releasing a remastered version of ‘B’Day’ album, featuring Spanish recordings, previously released bonus tracks, and a few unheard songs including “Can I Watch You” starring Pharrell and a new Spanish version of “Irreplaceable” featuring previously released vocals from the late Selena Quintanilla.

Nepal estimates $2.56 billion flood damage, faces $52.6 million recovery cost

In the wake of Nepal’s catastrophic floods, the nation faces over two billion dollars in property damage, leaving thousands displaced and in desperate need of essentials at relief centers. The destruction of roads and bridges has isolated communities, complicating aid efforts. Rescue teams are tirelessly engaging in operations to free workers trapped in hydroelectric tunnels….

Midcap, small cap outperform large caps on margins amid rising input costs

Large-cap firms saw operating margins contract significantly year-on-year. Mid- and small-cap companies experienced lesser margin contractions amid rising costs. These smaller firms also achieved higher revenue and net profit growth rates. Large-cap companies reported modest net profit growth, the slowest in seven quarters. Overall, aggregate operating margins for India Inc. declined.