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India.com
25-05-2025
- Business
- India.com
Meet Nandini Agrawal, world's youngest female Chartered Accountant who got AIR 1 in CA finals exam at…, holds Guinness World Record for…
Meet Nandini Agrawal, world's youngest female Chartered Accountant who got AIR 1 in CA finals exam at…, holds Guinness World Record for… Clearing the toughest examinations, such as JEE, NEET, UPSC CSE, CA, and SSC requires dedication, perseverance, patience, and hard work. Every year, the number of aspirants continues to rise, intensifying the level of competition. However, only thousands manage to clear the first stage. From there, just a few hundred move on to the next level. As the process narrows further, only a handful of candidates make it to the top tier, and finally, just one emerges as the topper, securing All India Rank 1. In this scenario, there are a few candidates who not only clear the exam on their first attempt but also get recognized by Guinness World Records. This Indian woman, who received the title of world's youngest Chartered Accountant is also holds a Guinness World Record. She scored…, she is from… Originally from Morena, Madhya Pradesh, Nandini Agrawal earned the position of becoming the world's youngest female Chartered Accountant, a title officially recognized by the Guinness World Records. Reportedly, she holds the position of becoming the world's youngest female CA at the age of 19. Nandini, born on October 18, 2001, made history in 2021 by securing the All India Rank 1 in a nationwide exam, as recognised by the India Book of Records. She appeared for her final CA (New) examination in July 2021 and achieved this incredible feat at just 19 years, 8 months, and 18 days old. Her achievement was officially confirmed on November 29, 2021, making her one of the youngest to ever top the prestigious exam. The statement on the official website of the India Book of Records reads,' The record for being the youngest Chartered Accountant was set by Nandini Agrawal (born on October 18, 2001) of Morena, Madhya Pradesh. She appeared for her final CA (New) examination in July 2021 and secured the 1st rank at the age of 19 years, 8 months and 18 days, as confirmed on November 29, 2021.' Speaking about her educational qualification, Nandini went to Victor Convent Higher Secondary School for her Class 11th and 12th. At just 19 years old, Nandini Agrawal made history in 2021 by securing All India Rank (AIR) 1 in the CA Final examination. She obtained an outstanding 614 marks out of 800, translating to a remarkable 76.75%. When her result was announced, she was exactly 19 years and 330 days old, earning her the prestigious title of the world's youngest female Chartered Accountant, as recognized by the Guinness World Records. Her LinkedIn bio reads, 'Chartered Accountant (with who has made a national record of getting AIR 1 in CA Finals at 19 yrs and AIR 31 in CA inter at 16. I started my corporate journey with PwC as an article trainee and have been part of various dynamic teams and work cultures. I have three years of experience working in Statutory audits, Group Reporting, Referred Reporting, IFRS Assignments, Tax Audits and Forensic Audits.' 'I have worked with BCG for 1.5 years as an Associate Management Consultant. At BCG, I've worked on market strategy, sales growth and implementation cases exposed to automobiles and the aviation sector. I also got an opportunity to be part of the G20 team at BCG wherein I was part of the Climate and Sustainability and G20 Empower team. Currently, I'm working as a Private Equity analyst,' reads her LinkedIn bio. As per her LinkedIn account, she has served as an Associate at Boston Consulting Group from December 2021 to May 2023. She is serving as an Analyst at GIC from June 2023.
Hindustan Times
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
TVS NTorq 125 covers 1000 km under 15 hours breaking endurance records. Check details
The TVS NTorq 125 has set two endurance records in the India Book of Records. Check Offers TVS Ntorq 125 has broken multiple endurance records in the 'India Book of Records'. The TVS Ntorq 125 embarked on a ride starting at Sector-38, Noida, on May 4th and covered about a 1000 km ride in under 15 hours, breaking the first record. Multiple riders rode the scooter for 1618 km in under 24 hours, breaking the second record. The scooter went through multiple expressways, including Delhi-Agra, Agra-Lucknow and Lucknow-Azamgarh. The Ntorq Race XP variant, one of the higher variants available, has been used for this run. The Ntorq is also available in four other variants, including the Disc, the Race Edition, the Super Squad, and the XT. The pricing of the performance-oriented scooter starts at ₹ 87,542 (ex-showroom, Delhi) and goes all the way up to 1.07 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) for the top-spec XP variant. TVS Ntorq: Engine and performance The engine of the TVS Ntorq is a 125cc, 3-valve with CVTi-Revv technology. It puts out 10 bhp of power at 7,000 rpm and 10.9 Nm of torque at 5,500 rpm. It gets a claimed top speed of 98 kmph and can accelerate from 0-60 kmph in a claimed 8.6 seconds. Also Read : 2025 TVS iQube launched, gets a price cut and bigger battery TVS Ntorq: Features In terms of features, the Ntorq 125 comes with LED lighting, a digital instrument cluster with multiple lap timing features, Bluetooth application connectivity with alerts and voice assist, navigation assist, trip reports, auto SMS reply and a parking brake as well. There are also riding modes on offer including Race and Street mode. For convenience, the scooter gets an engine kill switch, a low fuel indicator LED and hazard lamps. Also Read : Win or learn: My first track day experience with TVS Young Media Racer Program TVS Ntorq: Specifications The scooter gets a ground clearance of 155mm thanks to its suspension, telescopic with hydraulic dampers at the front and coil springs with hydraulic dampers at the rear. Braking is handled by a roto-petal disc measuring in at 220 mm for the front wheel, whereas at the rear is a drum-type brake measuring 130 mm. Check out Upcoming Bikes In India. First Published Date: 21 May 2025, 12:25 PM IST
Hindustan Times
20-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Uttar Pradesh sets multiple world records for fast-paced construction on Ganga Expressway
During Ganga Expressway development, Uttar Pradesh achieved three world records, paving 34.24 lane km and installing 10 km of crash barriers in 24 hours. Check Offers Uttar Pradesh has made history by setting three new construction world records during the rapid development of the Ganga EXpressway, one of India's largest infrastructure projects. Within a 24-hour period between May 17–18, construction teams completed 34.24 lane kilometres of bituminous concrete paving and 10 kilometres of metal beam crash barriers along the expressway. This extraordinary achievement has been officially certified by the Golden Book of World Records, Asia Book of Records, and India Book of Records. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath proudly shared the news on social media platform X, stating: 'New heights for Uttar Pradesh! In only 24 hours, 10 km of crash barriers and 34.24 lane km of bituminous concrete were completed, earning two world records." Record-Breaking Construction on Ganga Expressway The record-setting construction work was carried out between the Hardoi and Unnao districts, requiring over 20,105 metric tonnes of material and covering a surface area of 171,210 square metres. These feats underscore the state's rapid push towards high-quality infrastructure under tight timelines. The project is being executed by Adani Road and Transport Limited (ARTL), a part of the Adani Group, in partnership with Patel Infrastructure Limited. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath credited the success to the Uttar Pradesh Expressway Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA), citing it as a result of excellent planning, technical proficiency, and committed teamwork." He further emphasised that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Uttar Pradesh is emerging as a hub for world-class infrastructure development, aiming to set new global benchmarks. The Ganga Expressway Project The Ganga Expressway is a 594-kilometre mega expressway that will connect 12 key districts from Meerut to Prayagraj. Plans are underway to extend it further to Ballia, making it India's longest expressway upon completion. Initially targeted for completion before the Maha Kumbh 2025, the project is currently running behind schedule. Despite this, stakeholders remain committed to delivering a transformative expressway that enhances connectivity, commerce, and regional development. Arvind Patel, Managing Director of Patel Infrastructure Ltd, remarked "We are proud to contribute to nation-building through such monumental achievements. This is not just a record—it's a reflection of Indian engineering brilliance and our team's unwavering spirit." Get insights into Upcoming Cars In India, Electric Vehicles, Upcoming Bikes in India and cutting-edge technology transforming the automotive landscape. First Published Date: 20 May 2025, 13:01 PM IST
NDTV
01-05-2025
- Automotive
- NDTV
Suzuki Motorcycle India Registers 14 Percent Sales Growth In April 2025
Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL), the Indian two-wheeler manufacturing arm of the Suzuki Motor Corporation, has announced its sales numbers for April 2025. Based on the recently released data, the manufacturer has registered a growth of 14 per cent year-on-year sales growth with a total sales of 1,12,948 units, which is a significant increase compared to 99,377 units sold in April 2024. Domestic sales totaled 95,214 units, showing an 8 percent increase from the 88,067 units sold in the same month last year. At the same time, exports experienced a 57 percent rise, hitting 17,734 units compared to 11,310 units in April 2024. Also Read: TVS Motor Records 16% Sales Growth in April 2025 Commenting on the monthly performance, Deepak Mutreja, Vice President – Sales & Marketing, Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd., said, 'This positive start to the year fills us with gratitude. Each unit sold represents the beginning of a new journey with our customers and we are thankful to be a part of it. We will continue to work sincerely to meet the evolving expectations of our customers and contribute positively to their journey with us.' April witnessed several key developments for the company. SMIPL introduced the 2025 version of the OBD-2B compliant Suzuki Hayabusa in three new dual-tone color variants. To improve digital accessibility, Suzuki products became available for online reservations through Flipkart in eight states across India. Further enhancing the brand's visibility, the Suzuki Access scooter was recognized in the India Book of Records for completing the fastest journey from Kuttanad, the lowest point in India, to Komic, the country's highest village.
Time of India
29-04-2025
- General
- Time of India
Sambhajinagar boy sets record as fastest to recite squares of numbers up to 200
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: Saarth Gandhi , a student from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar , entered the Asia Book of Records and the India Book of Records for being the fastest to recite the squares of numbers from 1 to 200. The Class VI student set the record in six minutes and 54 seconds. While the feat was officially performed on March 31, the aforesaid organisations awarded certificates of recognition to the boy on April 23. Saarth said he entered the record books due to constant support and encouragement from his parents, Siddharth and Dr Sayali, along with mentor Anand Mahajan. "I had the habit of memorising tables, squares, flashcards, playing cards, and excerpts from books. My parents felt I was exceptional in memorising and encouraged me," he said. Saarth's mother, Sayali, a dentist, said she realised her son has a photographic memory. "Having a background in medical science, I realised that my son was more gifted than others. We kept giving him tasks that he performed effortlessly. Entering the record books is the icing on the cake," she said.
