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Belfast Telegraph
5 days ago
- Business
- Belfast Telegraph
Co Down sisters to take next step with healthcare company after multi-million pound investment
CWC Group, set up by Monica Byrne and Imelda McGrady, provides residential nursing and disability care in seven locations around Northern Ireland. The business also provides care for people in their own homes. It has received the funding from growth capital investor BGF, which has committed at least £300m to support female-led businesses in the next five years. And CWC Group, set up in 1983, is the first such female-led business BGF has invested in since making the commitment to the Invest in Women Taskforce's funding pot. The business continues to be family-run and is now operated by Monica Byrne's daughters, with Aisling Byrne chief executive and sister Shauna, the chief learning and development officer. The investment from BGF will support CWC Group's acquisition of new sites and develop its specialist care offering. And it has also announced new appointments to the board, with Paula Kane a non-executive chair and David Jones non-executive director. Ms Kane was previously founder and CEO of Ashdale Care Ireland and Mr Jones is an ex-Deloitte UK healthcare partner. Aisling Byrne said: 'This investment from BGF comes at an exciting time for CWC Group and will enable us to take the next steps towards developing our care services for our service users and geographical footprint in Northern Ireland. "We have a solid pipeline of new specialist care homes that will enable us to further support the NI Trusts with high quality, dedicated care facilities for adults with specialist care needs. 'The investment from BGF alongside the experience and knowhow of our new board members will support the advancement of our ambitions and retain exceptional levels of care and dedication to our service users that are at the very heart of our core values.' The pledge to invest in female-led businesses forms part of BGF's overall commitment to invest £3bn in high-potential businesses across the UK over the next five years. Chris Nixon, investor at BGF, said: 'CWC Group has an exceptional heritage of providing high quality care services to those in need. "At a time when there is a shortage of quality facilities to meet demand in NI, we're looking forward to working with Aisling, Shauna and the wider team to expand their care home portfolio and continue to provide a vital service to communities across the province.'
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Japanese man's flat-hunting struggles in Gurugram strike a chord online. Netizens cheer him on amid Dosa and Lassi break
Finding a flat in a city like Gurugram can test the patience of even the most seasoned house hunters. But when a Japanese national posted a video documenting his journey through the NCR rental jungle, it struck an emotional and relatable chord with thousands online. Going by the Instagram handle "Random Japanese In India," the man shared a day in his life that was meant to be a straightforward house-hunting mission. Instead, it turned into a heartwarming and humorous tale of cultural immersion, food cravings, and apartment confusion. 'I Need a Home' The video begins with a simple goal. Dressed casually and armed with optimism, he says, 'Hey guys, day in my life. Random Japanese living in India. I am going to look for an apartment today. I am staying at a hotel at the moment, but hotel isn't like home. I need a home.' What follows is a montage of flat visits—some semi-furnished, some fully decked out—but none that felt quite right. The visual journey of the interiors, staircases, and balconies was familiar to anyone who's ever looked for a flat in urban India. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Random Japanese In India🇮🇳 (@randomjapanese__inindia) When in Doubt, Eat Dosa Midway through the search, indecision takes over. His solution? A lunch break. With childlike joy, he says, 'Okay, I can't decide one flat. In that case, all I need to do is go for lunch. Guess what will I eat today, yes, it's a dosa. I love dosa.' As he devours his comfort food, he adds a sweet finish with a tall glass of lassi. 'Of course, I didn't forget dessert. I had a glass of lassi. The lassi was really good,' he shares with evident delight. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas in Dubai | Search Ads Get Info Undo Decision Fatigue and Desi Empathy The flat hunt resumes post-lunch, but clarity remains elusive. He ends the video with a line that echoed with many: 'In the end, I couldn't decide. I want to cry!' That one sentence was enough to trigger an outpouring of support, advice, and even comic relief in the comments section. The video quickly went viral, racking up over 50,000 views and turning into a collective therapy session for anyone who's ever struggled to pick the "right" flat in an endless sea of options. Social Media Turns into a Helpdesk From advising him on traffic patterns to suggesting he drop the broker's name, netizens rallied around the digital nomad with empathy and wit. One user advised, 'Pick a place close to your office. Gurgaon traffic is a nightmare!' Another hilariously pleaded, 'The ones you are not selecting—can you please share them?' You Might Also Like: Japanese man, an ex-Deloitte employee, came to Bengaluru with just a suitcase. The life lessons he learnt in one year will surprise you Others chimed in with pragmatic tips, asking him to choose a space with privacy, access to groceries, and fewer society restrictions. The energy in the comments ranged from heartfelt to hilarious, reflecting the uniquely collective nature of urban survival in India. The video isn't just a documentation of one man's flat-hunting woes—it's a reflection of the urban Indian experience seen through a fresh, foreign lens. It's about the chaos of choices, the joy of dosas, the charm of lassi, and the warmth of strangers willing to help. You Might Also Like: Are we deciphering 'Ikigai' all wrong? The truth behind Japan's most misunderstood philosophy
Time of India
17-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Think Rs 25 LPA in India isn't enough? IIM graduate reveals how rich it makes you in India versus in the USA
In the age of remote jobs, dollar-denominated paychecks, and global LinkedIn flexes, it's easy to feel like an Indian salary just doesn't measure up. But a viral LinkedIn post by Shivani Gera—an ex-Deloitte employee and IIM-Kozhikode graduate—has reignited a debate many shy away from: what does your salary really buy you? According to Shivani, earning Rs 25 LPA in India can offer a lifestyle that would cost over Rs 70–75 LPA in the US. And the reason is simple—Purchasing Power Parity (PPP). It's not just how much you earn, but what that money lets you afford. And when you compare costs between India and the US, the results are stark. Here's how the numbers stack up: - Dining out for two: Rs 500 in India vs Rs 2,000 in the US Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. - 1BHK rent (metro): Rs 45,000–Rs 55,000/month in India vs Rs 1.5–2 lakh/month in the US by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The 15 Most Beautiful Fox News Anchors, Ranked House Coast Undo - Monthly internet: Rs 700 in India vs Rs 6,000 in the US - Full-time domestic help: Rs 12,000/month in India vs Rs 2.2 lakh/month in the US The takeaway? In India, Rs 25 LPA can get you a comfortable home, frequent dinners out, blazing fast Wi-Fi, and even a helping hand at home—without burning out or going broke. In contrast, the same lifestyle abroad demands a massive paycheck, often with less time and energy to enjoy it. She added that the next time someone flexes $150,000 salary in San Francisco, ask: "Are they living better? Or just paying more for the basics?" She believes that at the end of the day, real wealth isn't just about numbers on a payslip. It's about freedom, comfort, and how far your money truly takes you. And by that measure, a Rs 25 LPA life in India might just be the new benchmark of success. Shivani Gera clarified that while her post didn't factor in taxes, acknowledging that Rs 25 LPA is gross CTC and actual in-hand salary is closer to Rs 1.5–1.7 L/month, the core message remains unchanged. 'Purchasing Power Parity isn't about exact math; it's about relative cost of living,' she wrote. She believes that you don't need Rs 2L/month in India to live comfortably, but replicating that lifestyle in the US would require at least $85K annually. She added that while exceptions exist, and cities and lifestyles vary, her intent wasn't to flex salaries but to shift the conversation toward value over vanity—what your money does, not just what it is. Social media reacts While some users pushed back against Shivani Gera's perspective, noting that many professionals abroad, especially in the US or Europe, are often ahead in terms of savings, others acknowledged the nuance. One user shared how their US-based landlord owns multiple properties in Bangalore, arguing that the savings potential overseas can far exceed what's possible in India. However, others agreed with Gera's broader point, emphasising that income alone doesn't determine quality of life. Many appreciated the spotlight on real cost-of-living dynamics, saying they've heard similar sentiments from expats who found that what money buys matters more than how much is earned.
