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Business Standard
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
This Matchmaking app allows Only Men Earning 50L+. Women, No Salary Bar
BusinessWire India Gurgaon (Haryana) [India], July 22: The AI matrimonial app for "India's Top 1%" - is now requiring male members to earn at least 50 lakhs annually, along with 100% background verification and having personal relationship managers for each member. The company believes this approach will better serve women on the platform. Built for serious relationship seekers, is India's first matchmaking platform that uses conversational AI and human-assisted matchmaking to deliver emotionally compatible matches. Co-founded by Jasveer Singh and Abhishek Asthana, is unlike other traditional matrimony platforms that rely on filters and swipes, listens, learns, and understands. Users don't fill out endless forms -- they simply talk. In just a few minute AI conversation, the system captures personality nuances, emotional depth, and communication patterns to match users with high compatibility. "As the name suggests, it's not a dating app; It's for people who are tired of dating & ready to tie the knot," said Jasveer Singh, Co-founder & CEO. When asked about the harsh 50L filter: "It's not about the money - it's about ambition," Singh adds. "We needed a hard filter that creates clarity, not chaos. 50L is that line in the sand. It tells you something about who someone is, how they think, and where they're headed." The app is now live on Android, iOS, and Web. Early adopters have already praised its clean design, zero-spam onboarding, and deeply personal matchmaking approach. Backed by marquee investors like 3one4 Capital, Vijay Shekhar Sharma, Ritesh Agarwal, Ashish Hemrajani, Kunal Shah, and Ashneer Grover, had earlier raised $3.2M during its Hood journey. With this public launch, the company enters a new chapter -- one led by AI, human intuition, and the real pursuit of marriage.
Business Upturn
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Upturn
This Matchmaking app allows Only Men Earning 50L+. Women, No Salary Bar
By Business Wire India Published on July 22, 2025, 16:57 IST The AI matrimonial app for "India's Top 1%" – is now requiring male members to earn at least 50 lakhs annually, along with 100% background verification and having personal relationship managers for each member. The company believes this approach will better serve women on the platform. Business Wire India The AI matrimonial app for "India's Top 1%" – is now requiring male members to earn at least 50 lakhs annually, along with 100% background verification and having personal relationship managers for each member. The company believes this approach will better serve women on the platform. Built for serious relationship seekers, is India's first matchmaking platform that uses conversational AI and human-assisted matchmaking to deliver emotionally compatible matches. Co-founded by Jasveer Singh and Abhishek Asthana, is unlike other traditional matrimony platforms that rely on filters and swipes, listens, learns, and understands. Users don't fill out endless forms — they simply talk. In just a few minute AI conversation, the system captures personality nuances, emotional depth, and communication patterns to match users with high compatibility. 'As the name suggests, it's not a dating app; It's for people who are tired of dating & ready to tie the knot,' said Jasveer Singh, Co-founder & CEO. When asked about the harsh 50L filter: 'It's not about the money – it's about ambition,' Singh adds. 'We needed a hard filter that creates clarity, not chaos. 50L is that line in the sand. It tells you something about who someone is, how they think, and where they're headed.' The app is now live on Android, iOS, and Web. Early adopters have already praised its clean design, zero-spam onboarding, and deeply personal matchmaking approach. Backed by marquee investors like 3one4 Capital, Vijay Shekhar Sharma, Ritesh Agarwal, Ashish Hemrajani, Kunal Shah, and Ashneer Grover, had earlier raised $3.2M during its Hood journey. With this public launch, the company enters a new chapter — one led by AI, human intuition, and the real pursuit of marriage. Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with Business Wire India. Business Upturn take no editorial responsibility for the same. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Business Wire India, established in 2002, India's premier media distribution company ensures guaranteed media coverage through its network of 30+ cities and top news agencies.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
13 Store-Bought Ice Cream Sandwiches, Ranked
It's summertime, and that means I have ice cream on the brain. Sundaes, cookiewiches, a simple soft serve in a cone — I don't discriminate. If trying 19 different store-brand ice creams wasn't enough, I decided to throw in another cold and creamy taste test: Ice cream sandwiches. These freezer treats are iconic and always hit the spot, but in 2025, there's an array of options to choose from. Way more than I remembered and anticipated. Which brand is truly the best? From some old-school names like Hood and Klondike, to up-and-coming stars like Trader Joe's dairy-free option, this comprehensive taste test will help you decide which box to grab the next time you're in the freezer aisle. It seems not all ice cream sandwiches are created equal, so here are a few that are worth buying and a few you should leave at the store. Read more: We Tasted And Ranked Every Single Flavor Of Pop-Tarts For You Alden's While I've seen an array of options in my grocery store travels over the years, I'd never heard of Alden's Organic ice cream sandwiches. Looking at the box, these babies are made in Oregon, and since my favorite mac & cheese is from that area, I had high hopes for this brand. Little did I know I'd be placing this one last. I don't know if I got a bad box or if the flavors I tasted were legit, but Alden's became a hard no real quick. When I took the first bite, there was an instant flash of rich and creamy dairy vanilla. Unfortunately, the positives ended just as quickly. The aftertaste was so sour, as if the backend of the bite was filled with rotten milk. Between the cookie that had little to no flavor and the ice cream that tasted spoiled, I stopped eating and went to the next option. I suggest you do the same in the freezer aisle. Favorite Day Up next was Target's Favorite Day brand, offering 16 mini ice cream sammies that looked pretty darn good. These ones are a steal for the price. However, looks can be deceiving, as this one placed second to last for good reason. Overall, this one tasted like chemicals. There was no depth to the vanilla ice cream — no rich dairy notes to be found — and the cookie had little-to-no chocolate flavor. It tasted like an over-processed cookie, with nothing fresh or chocolatey about it. There was nothing here that screamed summer. Instead, I was screaming for another option. Since both aspects of the ice cream sandwich failed, Favorite Day had to stay at the back of the list. I'd suggest grabbing Target's Strawberry Angel Food Cake ice cream instead and heading home. Keep reading for some killer ice cream sandwich options, because this one isn't it. Sundae Shoppe Aldi's ice cream brand, Sundae Shoppe, arrived in the 11th place spot. I was pretty surprised at how low I ranked this one, knowing Aldi has some of the best snack food options on its shelves. However, its ice cream sammies didn't make the cut. The list of positives is short. I did taste subtle notes of chocolate on the front end of the bite, from the cookie portion, but those rich notes quickly faded into something processed and chemical. What's worse, the ice cream flavoring was nonexistent — no vanilla or creamy dairy flavors to be found. The textures weren't bad, but without flavor, what's the point? Honestly, I was pretty confused. It's hard to mess up vanilla ice cream, but I guess there's a first for everything. While I grab a lot of my snack foods from Aldi, this freezer aisle treat won't be one of them. Fat Boy I'd never seen or tried the Fat Boy brand before, but the name and marketing got me. It felt like they knew a thing or two about a solid ice cream sandwich, touting a premium vanilla ice cream and a larger-than-life bite. Upon my first bite, I did absolutely taste a higher-quality vanilla, but my love for the brand turned sour — literally. This was another experience where the ice cream tasted sour, and to top it all off, there was no chocolatey cookie flavoring to help alleviate the spoiled milk. I'm not sure what went wrong here, but this was another fail. I enjoyed the smaller square option, and there was a massive amount of ice cream between the cookie pieces, but these are no Klondikes. From cookie to ice cream, this one missed the mark. Just because a brand gives you more ice cream, doesn't mean it's worth eating. Signature Select I never know what I'm going to get with Signature Select. This store brand has had some high highs and even lower lows in my various taste tests in everything from frozen onion rings to frozen waffles. When it comes to ice cream sandwiches, these get a "meh" rating. Unlike the other options thus far, there was nothing wholly wrong about this one. Signature Select's ice cream sandwiches tasted fairly classic. The traditional chocolate flavoring in the cookie that did lean a little bitter, but it paired well with the rich ice cream that leaned more French vanilla than a regular version, which I enjoyed. This one offered a decent bite. What pushed it further down the list was the fact the cookie was a bit soggy, and there was a weird aftertaste that lingered a little too long. These weren't bad by any means, but there are way better options out there. Friendly's I'm part of the generation that grew up on Friendly's. From coloring on place mats and enjoying a stellar grilled cheese to my favorite mint chocolate chip ice cream with that fun cone hat and M&M eyes, I never left the restaurant unhappy. Which is all to say, I expected a little more from the brand's ice cream sandwiches. Maybe my expectations were too high, but the ice cream in this option was just okay. Yes, there was vanilla flavor and no bad aftertaste, but it wasn't super rich or flavorful. It was creamy, but it was the cookie bar that pushed this one ahead. It had great chocolate flavoring and paired well with the vanilla. At the end of the day, this was fine. It was nothing special, and it didn't scream Friendly's. Maybe their quality has gone downhill, or maybe you have to head to a restaurant for a proper experience. Blue Bunny I'd seen the Blue Bunny label around for a while now, with mixed reviews, depending on the product. While many hate on Blue Bunny's vanilla ice cream, the brand's Red Carpet Red Velvet is a discontinued ice cream flavor that many sorely miss. So where do we stand when it comes to the brand's ice cream sandwiches? These ones placed middle-of-the-list as a middle-of-the-road option. The ice cream was pretty tasty, offering a rich and creamy bite each time. What I didn't love was the cookie, as the chocolate flavor was a little too bitter for my taste. However, the bite worked, and I can appreciate how another palate would enjoy this combo. I also think this sammie had the best textures thus far, from a rich and creamy ice cream base to a not-too-hard and not-too-mushy cookie shell. I don't care what people say about this one. It's pretty good — But not the best. Great Value I think everyone knows Walmart's Great Value brand is not typically my cup of tea. I didn't think their ice cream was anything special, so I was surprised to see the brand's ice cream sandwiches make it this high up my ranking. When it comes to Walmart, this option is middle-of-the-road, which at this point on the list is pretty good. Overall, these had a traditional taste, offering a decent vanilla ice cream that wasn't too sweet, with a good cookie base. I'd categorize this one as "fine", offering up a classic ice cream sandwich experience. There were no bad aftertastes and no chemical smells or flavors to be found. These were simple and would get the job done on any hot summer day. This is the dividing line that separates the bad and the average from the more elevated fare. If you're looking for simple and cheap, Great Value has you covered. If you're looking for the upper echelon, keep reading. Trader Joe's The top five brands are definitely elevated above the rest, offering richer flavors and more complex bites, for sure. Starting here, you won't find bad aftertastes or anything negative. These options truly are the best of the best. In fifth, we have Trader Joe's version of the ice cream sandwich, and this one is dairy-free! I assumed I would hate it, but oh boy, was I wrong. I took my first bite expecting to spit it out, but I couldn't believe the flavors I tasted. It's sweet without being overpowering, and the coconut base stayed in the background without becoming a nuisance within the bite. However, the best part was the cookie. It tasted homemade and had deep chocolate notes. While this one was a little soggy in some parts and didn't have those classic ice cream flavors, these aspects didn't deter at all. Whether you're dairy-free or not, it's absolutely worth a try! Whole Foods 365 After trying Whole Foods 365 brand ice cream and not loving it, I didn't have high hopes for its ice cream sandwiches. However, I was proven wrong yet again during this taste test, as the 365 brand regained some clout in the fourth place spot. The vanilla ice cream here was solid, with notes of milk, sugar, and dairy goodness. While there was depth of flavor, the rich creamy notes didn't last. With no aftertaste, it passed the taste test. There were also no textural issues from the ice cream or the cookie, with the cookie's chocolate flavors offering a deeper and more bitter flavor profile. This richness made up for the ice cream's lack, offering a satisfying bite each time. Overall, there were no bad bites here, as the flavors tasted elevated. These didn't taste artificial or packed with sugar, offering a true organic option in the realm of ice cream sammies. Pop Tarts I know what you're thinking — this isn't your grandma's ice cream sandwich. And you're right. This is Pop-Tart's version of the ice cream sammie, and I cannot get over how good these tasted! If you like Pop-Tarts, you have to try them. As someone who doesn't, I still really enjoyed each bite, which goes to show how great these really are. With actual strawberry Pop-Tarts acting as the cookie shells, these had a delicious strawberry ice cream filling that was the perfect balance of sweet ice cream and tart strawberry. No bite was ever too much, sugar or otherwise. From the Pop Tart filling in the shells to the creamy ice cream, these were really tasty. Honestly, I'm still blown away at how much I liked this one. Why didn't it make the top two? First, the Pop-Tarts were a little tough in some areas, as you'd normally warm them up to eat. Secondly, Pop Tart ice cream sandwiches aren't traditional, and while these were good, they're more of a novelty. The top two spots were reserved for the tried and true chocolate/vanilla greatness we all know and love. Hood While I'd found some decent options thus far, I wanted to be wowed. My top two picks did just that. Coming in second and owning that spot is Hood's ice cream sandwich. Hood is a classic option for ice cream, milk, blimps, and the like, and its ice cream sandwiches wear the brand's name well. The cookie's chocolate notes were delicious, offering a rich and satisfying bite, and the ice cream was vanilla perfection. You can tell this ice cream is actually from Hood. Unlike some other brands, this ice cream matched the label's greatness. I don't have many notes here, but I did think these weren't quite ready for the number one spot. While the cookie did break in a few places, there were no bad or weird aftertastes, which was a huge win in this competition. Overall, the first place option had a little more flavor depth, but if you're in need of a solid ice cream sandwich, you can't go wrong with Hood. Klondike I'm not sure what I'd do for a Klondike Bar at my age, but I would ask very nicely for the brand's version of an ice cream sandwich. I had no idea a better option than Hood existed, but one bite told me everything I needed to know in this taste test. Klondike is the king of the freezer aisle. There was no contest. This one is as traditional as it gets, offering a cookie that sticks to your fingers, real chocolate notes throughout the bar, and a real ice cream base that's vanilla-forward, creamy, and delicious. No weird aftertastes and nothing different or unique. This brand did the original ice cream sandwich right. From texture to taste, Klondike wins this battle. From here on out, they are my go-to for ice cream sandwiches. Don't believe me? Get to the store and prove me wrong! I think you'll be just as surprised as I was. How I Ranked This List Of Ice Cream Sandwiches For this taste test, I went to an array of grocery stores to find every single brand of ice cream sandwich my area had to offer. With 13 boxes in tow, I made my way home to see which one was the best. I taste-tested at random, learning what I liked by taste alone. If the bite had a weird aftertaste or leaned bland, it went to the back of the list. While I was looking for the best tried and true traditionals, if it tasted good and there were no weird textures, it ranked higher on the list. Hungry for more? Sign up for the free Daily Meal newsletter for delicious recipes, cooking tips, kitchen hacks, and more, delivered straight to your inbox. Read the original article on The Daily Meal. Solve the daily Crossword
The Irish Sun
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Awkward moment GK Barry is forced to apologise as she swears live on air – admitting ‘I thought my mic was off'
GK Barry left viewers gobsmacked after accidentally swearing live on air during her radio show - and had to rush out a quick apology, confessing, 'I thought my mic was off!' The comedy star, known for her sharp wit and no-nonsense humour, clearly didn't expect her slip-up to go straight to millions of ears. 4 GK Barry lands dream Radio 1 gig – but not before dropping a clanger live on air during her second show Credit: tiktok/gkbarry 4 The newbie slipped up big time, dropping a swear word live on air this past Sunday Credit: tiktok/gkbarry Hosting BBC Radio 1's weekend afternoon show throughout July, she will be on air from 1pm to 4pm every Saturday and Sunday. But, the newbie slipped up big time, dropping a swear word live on air on Sunday, while presenting alongside Melvin Odoom. She apologised as soon as the song was over saying: "Guys, I am so sorry if you heard me swear. I thought my mic was off. more on gk barry "I'm so sorry. Let's keep this a peaceful Sunday and move on." GK Barry addressed her mistake on her TikTok page explaining: "I was introducing a band and went f***ed it!" "And everyone in the studio was like 'No!' and they had to call HR and say 'Grace has sworn.'" "And I had to apologise and I wasn't allowed to laugh during the apology, because it's very serious. Most read in Reality "And I'm really really sorry for swearing on national radio. I'm really embarrassed, I'm not going to sleep tonight, because it's going to come back to haunt me." She then turned to her partner, GK Barry reveals reason I'm A Celeb cast no longer speak seven months after the show - and Maura and Danny's drunken Brits kiss Ella replied: "Yeah. If anyone is going to do it, it's going to be you." GK Barry joked: "That's all that matters then," before addressing Radio 1 and adding: "Sorry to everyone at Radio 1 that was listening today. "But at the end of the day, it is live, and if you do have me on live radio there is a chance of that. "I'm really sorry I thought the mic was down and I won't do it again Radio 1. Please don't sack me." Who is GK Barry? GK Barry amassed more than a million followers on TikTok in just over a year during the first UK lockdown in 2020. Grace Keeling, better known as GK Barry, is a 25-year-old social media influencer. She rose to fame during the first Covid-19 lockdown in 2020, creating a TikTok account and posting short vlogs showcasing her day-to-day life. Although she originally intended on staying low-key, she gained a large following in no time at all. By August 2020, only five months after starting her account, she had already hit 100,000 followers, reaching more than a million in just over a year. She now has over 4.5million followers across her social media platforms. After completing a degree in film studies from Nottingham Trent University, Grace furthered her education with a master's in digital marketing. While at Nottingham Trent, she worked on the set of BBC series Doctors and the Netflix film Hood, as well as creating content for ShawMind — a charity working to promote mental health awareness. Grace is known for her podcast, named The Saving Grace Podcast. On the show she invites celebrities and influencers to have a chat about life and the latest trends, as well as any embarrassing stories from their past. In May 2024, Then in June it came out that the soccer star in question plays for England. The Sun revealed that A source "They grew even closer on holiday in Benidorm and GK has met all her family. "She's really happy and they are having so much fun together." Fans were quick to flood social media, with many having a good laugh at the unexpected blooper. Taking to the comment section on TikTok, one wrote: "I heard it it was hilarious." Another added: "Kinda iconic of u." A third penned: "I heard that live and just laughed and rolled my eyes thinking that's such a Grace thing to do." A fourth said: "Hahahaha I was in the car with my kids listening!" Despite the cringe moment, GK quickly recovered and kept the show on track. With a prime slot on one of the UK's biggest stations, GK's brings her signature blend of humour and honesty to millions every week. Not only is GK Barry taking the reins solo, but she'll also be joined by a line-up of rotating guest co-hosts to keep things fresh and buzzing. The comedy star couldn't hide her excitement about fronting her own show - saying it's a whole different ball game from her usual podcasting gigs. This comes after GK Barry revealed the Speaking on The podcast, GK told the former glamour model how the group has disintegrated . She admitted: 'We had a group chat. It has died down slightly as you can imagine, it's died down." She added: 'But I still keep in contact with the The internet personality entered the I'm A Celeb Jungle last year and quickly became a fan favourite and ended up placing fifth. Following her TV stint she went on to make multiple appearances on daytime TV show Loose Women. Meanwhile, McFly star Singer Wife and podcaster A few of the campmates are set to be working together soon, which could make things very awkward for Maura and Danny. 4 The podcaster bagged a prime slot on one of the UK's biggest stations Credit: Getty 4 The I'm A Celeb cast of 2024 are no longer in contact with each other Credit: PA
Daily Record
30-06-2025
- Daily Record
Tinder rapist facing life term after putting victim through a horrific ordeal
Rian Hood was found guilty of rape and engaging in a course of abusive behaviour. A serial sex attacker is facing a life sentence after being convicted of raping a woman he met on Tinder. Rian Hood put the victim through a horrific ordeal during a campaign of abuse. Hood, a 34-year-old ex-clothes shop supervisor, denied being physically or sexually violent – even claiming in a bizarre video clip that the woman had, instead, hurt him. He is already serving a seven-and-a-half-year jail term imposed in 2022 for raping and abusing four other women. Hood was due to be sentenced for this latest crime as he returned to the dock last week. But judge Lord Colbeck continued the case again for a full risk assessment to be carried out on the sex attacker. This could eventually lead to an Order for Lifelong Restriction being imposed on him. He is scheduled to be back in court in September. Hood, formerly of the city's Knightswood, told jurors how he was initially in contact with the woman via Tinder. He stated he had never used the dating app before as 'you hear all these horror stories'. It was not until early 2020 that the pair physically met. He had been aware at the time of allegations made by one of the victims in the later 2022 trial. Hood claimed he told the woman in this latest case about those accusations. He said there was 'not much reaction' from her. Hood went on to move in with the woman and her mother at their home in the west of the city during one of the Covid lockdowns in 2020. Hood insisted there was 'seldom' any sexual contact between him and the victim. The woman, however, told how he stood on her face and then forced himself upon her during one attack. The abuse also took place at other flats in north Glasgow. His lawyer, Frances Connor, asked him at one stage: 'Any truth that you wanted cocaine so you could have sex for hours and hours?' He refuted this, insisting the drug would have had the 'opposite effect' on him. Miss Connor also asked if anything had occurred without the woman's consent. Hood again denied this. The attacker was also physically abusive, with claims he had hurled Chinese spring rolls at his victim. He instead alleged the woman had previously 'erupted' at him after confronting him about cheating on her. Jurors were shown a mobile phone clip recorded by the woman where a drunk and topless Hood claimed he could not walk as she had 'broke' his toe by allegedly throwing a towel at him. In the previous trial, Hood had been convicted of 10 charges of similar abuse against four women between 2010 and 2020. The jury in that trial heard how Hood degraded and controlled his partners, tracking their movements and blocking their contact with friends and family. Jade Doolan, who was raped and abused by Hood, previously told the Record she wanted to see tougher sentences for men like Hood who terrorise their partners. She bravely waived her anonymity to say: 'Every day I go over the whole thing telling myself what I could have done to make myself safe. I am tortured everyday by what he did but I'm pleased he's been found guilty and I hope the courts punish him harshly for the women he has harmed. 'I was told by another victim who was in court that he'd cried like a baby as he was taken away – I wasn't surprised. I always knew he would react like that. It's called justice.' At the previous trial Fraser Gibson, Scotland's national procurator fiscal for High Court Sexual Offences, said: 'Rian Hood is a habitual domestic abuser. 'Women who became involved with him quickly found themselves subjected to appalling sexual and physical violence, until they lost all confidence in themselves. 'I would commend them for their courage in speaking out.'
