Trending BookMyShow founder recalls how company started with 'smoking and drinking' BookMyShow's co-founder, Ashish Hemrajani, recently shared a humorous anecdote about the company's humble beginnings. In an interview, he revealed that the journey of building the leading online ticketing platform began with "smoking and drinking" among friends. It all started when Hemrajani was working at a software company in 2006. He, along with his friend Rajiv Dutta, used to frequent a small café where they would spend hours discussing their entrepreneurial dreams. The duo was frustrated with the existing ticketing systems and wanted to create a platform that made it easier for people to buy tickets online. "We were just a bunch of friends who loved smoking and drinking," Hemrajani said. "We'd sit at this café, have a few beers, and talk about our ideas." The initial conversations led to the formation of BookMyShow in 2007. Initially, the company focused on providing ticketing services for concerts and events. However, it wasn't until they launched their website that things started taking shape. "We were four guys with no experience in the entertainment industry, trying to build a platform from scratch," Hemrajani recalled. The team worked tirelessly, often putting in 12-hour shifts, seven days a week. Their hard work paid off when BookMyShow started gaining traction and became the go-to platform for buying tickets online. Today, the company is valued at over $1 billion and has expanded its services to include booking tickets for movies, plays, and other events. Despite their success, Hemrajani remains humble about the company's journey. "It was a lot of hard work, but also a lot of fun," he said. The BookMyShow co-founder added that the company's core values remain the same – providing an exceptional user experience and making ticketing easy for everyone.#Ashish_Hemrajani #BookMyShow #Rajiv_Dutta
BJP to Choose New CM in Bihar if Nitish Kumar Goes to Rajya Sabha as Samrat The political landscape of Bihar is likely to undergo a significant change if Chief Minister Nitish Kumar decides to contest the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections. In such an event, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will have to choose a new leader for the state government. This has led to speculations about who could be the potential CM candidate from the BJP. One of the prominent names being discussed is that of Ravi Shankar Prasad, a senior leader and former Union Minister. Prasad has been a key figure in the BJP's Bihar unit and enjoys a good rapport with Nitish Kumar. Another contender for the post could be Mangal Pandey, a young and dynamic leader who has risen through the ranks to become one of the most influential voices within the party. However, some experts are also suggesting that Nityanand Rai, a Minister in the Bihar government, could be a dark horse candidate for the top job. Rai has been instrumental in implementing several key policies and projects under Nitish Kumar's leadership, and his proximity to the CM makes him a strong contender. The BJP is likely to take its time to deliberate on this issue before making any final decision. The party will want to ensure that whoever takes over as the new CM is acceptable to all factions within the organization and has the support of the people.#BJP #Bihar #Nitish_Kumar #Bharatiya_Janata_Party #Ravi_Shankar_Prasad #Mangal_Pandey #Nityanand_Rai
Nitish CM Post Quits for Rajya Sabha, Son Nishant's Name Also in Discussion: JDU List to be Released Soon In a sudden development, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is considering quitting the chief ministerial post and contesting the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections. This decision has raised eyebrows, with many speculating about his son Nishant Kumar's name being linked to the Rajya Sabha seat. Sources close to JDU (Janata Dal United) claim that the party's list of candidates for the Rajya Sabha polls is likely to be released soon. While Nitish Kumar has not made any official announcement regarding his decision, his supporters are already campaigning in favour of him contesting the elections. Nitish Kumar's decision to quit as Chief Minister and contest the Rajya Sabha polls comes as a surprise, given that he had earlier expressed his reluctance to give up the chief ministerial post. However, with the upcoming Assembly elections scheduled for 2024, many believe that this move could be an attempt by Nitish Kumar to secure a safe seat in the upper house of Parliament. Nitish Kumar's son Nishant Kumar is also said to be considering contesting the Rajya Sabha polls, although there has been no official confirmation on his candidature. The suspense surrounding JDU's list of candidates for the Rajya Sabha polls continues to build, with many speculating about the names that will feature in the final list. The development comes at a time when JDU is facing internal strife and its alliance partner, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has been making overtures towards other political parties. With the Assembly elections just around the corner, Nitish Kumar's decision to quit as Chief Minister and contest the Rajya Sabha polls could have significant implications for the political landscape of Bi...#BJP #JDU #Rajya_Sabha #Nitish_Kumar #Nishant_Kumar #Bihar_Assembly_Elections_2024
Nitish Kumar to Join Rajya Sabha, Son Nishant to Become Deputy CM... Who Will Be Bihar's Next Chief Minister? In a surprise move, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is set to join the Rajya Sabha, while his son Nishant Kumar is likely to take over as the next Deputy Chief Minister. The development has sent shockwaves across the political landscape of the state, with many speculating about who will succeed Nitish Kumar as the next Chief Minister. Sources close to the development reveal that Nitish Kumar has been persuaded by party leaders and coalition partners to join the Rajya Sabha, paving the way for a generational change in Bihar politics. The move is seen as a strategic one, allowing Nitish Kumar to focus on national politics while his son Nishant takes over the reins of the state. Nishant Kumar, a young politician with a reputation for being tech-savvy and charismatic, has been actively involved in Bihar's political scene. His elevation as Deputy Chief Minister is seen as a reward for his hard work and dedication to the party. However, the question on everyone's mind is who will succeed Nitish Kumar as the next Chief Minister of Bihar. While some speculate that it could be Nishant himself, others believe that BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad or even Union Minister Ashwini Choubey could take over the reins. Political observers point out that Nitish Kumar's move to join the Rajya Sabha could be a ploy to strengthen his party's position in the state and prepare for the next Assembly elections. The development has also led to speculation about potential alliances between the JD(U) and other parties, including the BJP. As Bihar politics takes center stage, one thing is certain - Nitish Kumar's departure from the Chief Minister's post ...#BJP #JDU #Bihar #Rajya_Sabha #Nitish_Kumar #Nishant_Kumar #Ashwini_Choubey #Ravi_Shankar_Prasad
Minecraft has finally revealed the name of its baby mob update, and I honestly didn't think it could get any cuter but here we are That means we no longer have to call it the baby mob update too. #update #finally_revealed #baby_mob #mob_update #mob #baby
IND vs ENG, T20 World Cup 2026: India vs England head-to-head record, most runs, wickets, overall statsHere are all the key statistics you need to know ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal between India and England at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday. Here are all the key statistics you need to know ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal between India and England at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday. #India #World_Cup #World #Cup #Thursday #England #Stadium #Wankhede_Stadium #Wankhede #key_statistics
Marshall Kilburn III Review: A Classic Rock Bluetooth Speaker Prepping for warmer weather? Marshall's midsize portable Bluetooth speaker sounds as good as it looks. #Bluetooth_Speaker #III_Review #Kilburn_III #Classic_Rock #Rock_Bluetooth #Speaker_Prepping
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Malwarebytes says a fake Google Account security page is distributing 'what may be one of the most fully featured browser-based surveillance toolkits we have observed in the wild' A particularly nasty RAT. #Google_Account #fake_Google #Account_security #security_page #nasty_RAT #fully_featured #featured_browser-based
Evening news wrap: Khamenei's funeral postponed, BLA executes 7 Pakistan soldiers & more #Khamenei #BLA_executes #Pakistan_soldiers #Khamenei_funeral #funeral_postponed
Here's why bitcoin climbed through $71,000 #bitcoin #bitcoin_climbed #climbed
