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Business Standard
16 hours ago
- Sport
- Business Standard
Indian team call-up a proud moment for me and my family: Nikhil Prabhu
Nikhil shared his journey, experiences, and thoughts ahead of joining the camp with Business Standard, and he looks forward to transferring his decent form from the Indian Super League. Shashwat Nishant New Delhi Punjab FC midfielder Nikhil Prabhu was recently called up to the Indian national football team for the first time as India will be taking on Thailand in a friendly and Hong Kong in the AFC Asian cup qualifier on June 4 and 10 respectively. Nikhil shared his journey, experiences, and thoughts ahead of joining the camp with Business Standard as he looks forward to transfer his decent form in the Indian Super League onto the national scenario. Here are the excerpts from his conversation: Nikhil: I was in Bali when I got the news. I immediately called my parents and sister, this was a dream not just for me, but for my whole family. They always told me hard work pays off, and this call-up was a great moment of joy for us all. It's been about patience and perseverance. Q: You started as a central defender and transitioned to a defensive midfielder. How was that change for you? Nikhil: Initially, it was challenging because I hadn't played as a midfielder before. Coaches like Panos and Staikos supported me, helping me understand my new role, focusing mainly on defense and guiding the team from the middle. It involved more running and responsibilities, but I embraced it since I love leading and taking on challenges. Q: How do you plan to carry your form from Punjab FC to the international stage? Nikhil: I have worked closely with coach Manolo for over a year. He has been very supportive, communicating clearly about how I can improve as a CDM. It's motivating to have him as the national coach now. Representing the country is a huge responsibility but also a dream come true. Q: How was your season with Punjab FC? Nikhil: It was full of ups and downs, but overall a good season. Sometimes we lacked a bit of luck, conceding goals quickly. Still, we showed great performance, especially in the Super Cup until the last moments. Q: Have you met your national teammates yet? Nikhil: The camp starts on June 18, so I haven't met them yet. But I've received congratulatory messages from senior players like Nikhil Pujari and Rahul Bheke, which was encouraging. Q: Are you prepared for any initiation rituals in the national camp? Nikhil: I haven't prepared anything yet. It will be a special moment just wearing the national jersey and playing alongside legends like Sunil Chhetri. I look forward to supporting my teammates. Q: You're known for your intensity on the field. What are you like off the field? Nikhil: Off the field, I'm calm and kind. I'm always willing to help others and believe in fairness. If someone deserves recognition more than me, I'm happy to give it to them. Q: If you weren't a footballer, what else might you have pursued? Nikhil: Growing up in a sports-friendly community, I played various sports like swimming and table tennis. If not football, maybe I would have explored another sport, but football has always been my passion. Q: Do you have any pre-match superstitions? Nikhil: Before every match, I speak with my parents. That conversation pumps me up and fuels my aggression on the field, which is crucial for my role as a defensive midfielder.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
PAG elevates India head Nikhil Srivastava as Co-Head of Private Equity
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel PAG, a leading Asia-Pacific focused alternative investment firm, appointed Nikhil Srivastava , Partner and Head of India Private Equity , as Co-Head of PAG's Private Equity business, according to a company statement. Nikhil will also join the firm's Management Committee, and will work alongside David Wong, Partner and Co-head of PAG Private Equity , to lead PAG's private equity operations Nikhil will succeed Lincoln Pan, Partner and Co-Head of PAG Private Equity, who has accepted a role as Chief Executive Officer of Jardine Matheson Holdings Limited. Lincoln will serve PAG until November this year, it has played a pivotal role in building and scaling PAG's India private equity has led several landmark investments, including the acquisition and public listing of Nuvama Wealth Management , and Manjushree Technopack , one of the largest PE transactions in India this year, among others, it joined the firm in 2019 after working across India, Singapore, and the United States markets with KKR for nearly a decade. Prior to that, he worked at Goldman Sachs and Inphi holds an MBA from Harvard Business School, a master's in electrical engineering from Stanford, and a bachelor's in electrical engineering from BITS Pilani. Nikhil is also the author of several patents. PAG has deployed over $1.7 billion in India since setting up office in 2019. Its major investments include Nuvama Wealth Management, CDMO company Acme Formulations; RK Pharma Inc; and Sekhmet is a leading Asia-Pacific-focused alternative investment firm which manages over $55 billion in capital on behalf of nearly 300 global institutional investors. PAG Private Equity manages four pan-Asian buyout funds and two growth funds with $19 billion of capital under Shan, Executive Chairman and Co-Founder of PAG, said: 'Nikhil assumes this leadership position with an outstanding track record in deal-making, team leadership, and strategic execution, as well as a deep understanding of the region and ability to manage and grow our portfolio companies.'Last year, PAG made one of its largest deals in India by acquiring Manjushree Technopack Ltd, India's largest rigid plastic packaging solution provider. PAG bought Manjushree from the US fund Advent International at a valuation of $1 billion.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
Fake air ticket: Woman loses 3L to scammers
New Delhi: A woman from Pitampura lost Rs 3 lakh to online scammers who promised her a low-cost flight ticket to Canada. She had connected with one of the fraudsters through social media, paid for the ticket, and only discovered the scam when the ticket was cancelled by the time she reached the airport. By then, the money had already been transferred to the scammer's account. According to police, the woman filed an online complaint alleging she was duped of Rs 3 lakh in the name of air ticket bookings. She had paid for a ticket from Canada to Delhi along with a package of 17 domestic trips to Mumbai. "The fraudsters initially booked the tickets and later cancelled them, diverting the funds to a shadow account. In some cases, they used the 'pay later' option to book tickets but never cleared the dues," police said. A case has been registered, and deputy commissioner of police (northwest) Bhisham Singh formed a special team led by SHO Dinesh Dahiya to investigate. "The accused was communicating only via WhatsApp and was not residing at the address listed in official records. Police had no confirmed address, current mobile number, or known hideout for the suspect," the official added. Through a combination of digital tracking and manual investigation, the team identified the primary accused as Kailash Rathore, who was receiving the money through an account held by Nikhil Rathore, a resident of Sultanpur Dabas. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trending in in 2025: Local network access control [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo Nikhil was eventually arrested from his hideout in Sultanpur Makra. During interrogation, Nikhil confessed to his involvement in the scam. He revealed that his brother-in-law, Kailash Rathore, was luring victims and handling communications, while Nikhil's account was being used to receive the fraudulent payments.
The Hindu
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Smash Guys open their first outlet in Bengaluru with smash burgers, shakes and an unmissable Old Monk chocolate mousse
Bengaluru's love affair with burgers goes back a long way. Way back when we had popular burger joints that became city favourites such as Indiana, Ice and Spice (now known as Truffles), The Only Place, Peppa Zing and Cafe Thulp. Post the pandemic there has been a new wave of burger establishments that have refined the dish and are trying to take it from fast food to an elevated experience. Smash Guys started with this aim. The brainchild of brothers Nikhil and Abhijit Gupta, and Adithya Kidambi as chef consultant, the brand began hosting pop-ups. The first one being at the Conservatory in March of 2024. Now they open their first outlet on the swish 12th Main Road of Indiranagar. The interiors of the restaurant are designed like an American-style diner. Chequered floors, marquee signs and wooden furniture. I take a seat at the bar, getting a ringside view of the busy kitchen. It is six in the evening, and they have just opened their doors, but there is already a crowd. Their popularity is based on word of mouth from their pop-ups and a strong social media presence. What is a smash burger? Abhijit researched American burger history for two years to create this menu. 'We started with a simple idea — to bring world-class smash burgers to India. From the traditional Oklahoma onion smash and the OG cheeseburger, to our signature whopper and Elvis Presley's favourite peanut-butter-bacon burger, we are paying homage to burger styles that hold a piece of history,' he says. A smash burger is an American style of burger. It is made by cooking a smashed burger patty on a flattop grill at high heat. It is said that in the 1960s, a cook at a restaurant in Kentucky pressed a ground beef meatball to a thin crispy patty, and the smash burger was born. The flattened patties absorb more flavour and have more texture. These are then topped with onions or cheese. The menu On the menu at Smash Guys are these smash burgers, available in buff and lamb options, veggie and chicken burgers, sides, shakes and desserts. First, the sides. I see the classics — onion rings, fries, corn ribs, Ceasar salad and wedges. I try the corn ribs, the thin slices of corn on the cob are rubbed with a spice mix and served with a garlic sauce. I miss the days when burgers came with a side of fries, so I order them separately. The parmesan fries are decent, but the truffle dip saves them. Now the burgers. The meatballs are cooked on a hot plancha (iron griddle). The edges are crispy, and the insides are juicy. The OG smash burger is made with a double patty, onions, cheese and mustard. Simple and clean, served atop their in-house made sesame buns. The brisket burger has a buff patty that is topped with a slow cooked brisket. 'We sear the brisket and slow-cook it for eight hours to lock in flavours,' says Abhijit. It is topped with the signature smash sauce. The Flintstone is a buff burger served with a torched bone marrow. The smoked butter whopper is cooked in homemade smoked butter, giving it another dimenion. If it is all sounding a bit meat heavy, their veggie options are good too. The Korean fried paneer burger has flavours of gochujang and chimichurri. The magic mushroom burger is made with crisp oyster mushroom, roasted button mushroom, togarashi flakes, pickles, lettuce, truffle oil, truffle mayo. Decadent. I pair my meal with a diner-style strawberry milkshake, mainly for the vibes. The drink is sweet and served in a tall milkshake glass. I end with the highly recommend Old Monk chocolate mousse. The silky mousse is made with dark rum, and the dish is topped with whipped custard and cocoa dust. The hints of flavours from the rum elevate the dish, even for a non-Old Monk lover like me. The menu is balanced with experimental options and classics. The team's love for burgers is evident in the menu. The restaurant is loud and crowded, and the service is fast, but chaotic. Hoping these will settle down in the next few months. Cost for two ₹1,500. At Indiranagar. For more details, call 8762109796
New Indian Express
6 days ago
- New Indian Express
Drug bust near North Campus of DU, med representative among five nabbed
NEW DELHI: Five people, including a medical representative of a company, have been arrested for allegedly being involved in supplying drugs without any bill or prescription in North Campus of Delhi University, police said on Saturday. The accused have been identified as Manish Bhatle (26), Devender (57), Nikhil (28), Ankit Gupta (40), and Kapil (28). A total of 2,360 capsules of Tramadol and 135 bottles of Codeine-based cough syrup have been recovered. Acting on a tip-off regarding Bhatle, who was allegedly involved in the supply of Codeine-based syrup and Tramadol capsules, a trap was laid and Bhatle was nabbed from near University Road with two plastic sacks, with one containing 10 boxes of 2,360 capsules (Dicyclomine HCI, Tramadol HCI, and Acetaminophen) and another 120 bottles of 100 ml codeine-based syrup, DCP (Crime Branch) Apoorva Gupta said. The drug inspector said the recovered items without carrying bills or prescription were illegal as per the NDPS Act, the DCP said. Bhatle revealed that he procured the contraband from his uncle Devender, owner of a medical shop in Malkaganj, and the same was to be supplied as per his directions. Later, Devender was nabbed. He disclosed that he procured Tramadol from Nikhil, a mediator in the illegal drug supply chain. After arrest, Nikhil told cops that he had procured the Tramadol tablets from Ankit. Ankit was rounded up during a raid at his godown at GT Karnal Road Industrial Area on May 14. He said he had supplied Tramadol to Nikhil without any bill or prescription. Fifteen bottles of codeine syrup were recovered from his godown, the DCP said. Ankit disclosed that Kapil supplied him six packets of Tramadol capsules and codeine syrup. Kapil, a medical representative with a renowned firm, was arrested on May 15.
