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Raidonnews, the PR and marketing firm founded by Sameer Satyarth, has recently secured funding from V & E Consulting Group Ltd.

The company received an investment of ₹5,000,000, with an investor’s equity of 15%. Raidonnews had a pre-money valuation of ₹28,333,333.33 and a post-money valuation of ₹33,333,333.33.

Sameer Satyarth embarked on his entrepreneurial journey at the young age of 14 and founded Raidonnews in 2018. With over four years of experience in the field, Sameer has honed his skills in the press release and public relations, social media marketing, digital marketing, web development, blogging, search engine optimization, graphics designing, HR operations, and leadership.

Raidonnews is a venture that focuses on promoting people, goods, and services. The team aims to promote anything from scratch and make it a brand by increasing its social media presence. Unlike many big players in the PR and marketing field, Raidonnews does not just cover the big celebrities and influencers but also someone who is very less known and wants to grow. Doing PR for those who are not at all known is a bigger task than promoting someone who is already known. And the biggest gap that Raidonnews is filling in the market is “Charges”. Unlike other PR companies, Raidonnews understands the client’s needs and problems and charges the least amount from them to promote them. Raidonnews has already delivered its services to more than 1500 clients.

Startups, new goods, new services, and new people often face the biggest problem of marketing and promotion. Due to a lack of funds, they are prone to failure. However, Raidonnews picks all these small businesses, people, goods, and services from scratch and promotes them with the least charges. Raidonnews believes in empathy more than business and aims to promote each and every kind of people, good, and service to give them a fair chance of growth.

Sameer Satyarth is proud of his achievements and the growth of his ventures. He believes that his experience can be of great value to his college and its students and would be grateful for any guidance and support. With the recent funding from V & E Consulting Group Ltd, Raidonnews is well-positioned to continue its mission of promoting and supporting startups and small businesses.

My Company Website:
www.raidonnews.com

by Vivek Kumar

AuthBridge, the country’s leading trust and authentication technology company, today released its Workforce Fraud Files 2025, a discrepancy report which analyses six months of background verification data from October 2024 to March 2025. The report reveals a widespread issue of misrepresentation and fraud in the Indian workforce, with significant discrepancy rates found across both the white-collar and gig economies. The report highlights a 6% discrepancy rate for white-collar employees and a 4% rate for gig workers, raising alarms for businesses across various sectors. According to the findings, a bad hire can cost up to one-third of an employee’s first-year salary. Mr. Ajay Trehan, CEO & Founder, AuthBridge, said, “The findings from our latest ‘Workforce Fraud Files 2025’ discrepancy report underscore the pressing need for change across the industry. In an increasingly competitive job market, candidates are under immense pressure, leading many to misrepresent their credentials. This not only impacts a company’s bottom line but also raises serious concerns about workplace safety and customer trust. It’s clear that relying on outdated hiring practices is no longer an option. The data from the report shows that discrepancies often emerge after a job offer is made, leading to significant time and budget waste. The time has come for organisations to move towards instant and ongoing verification models that are tailored to the specific role and its associated risks”. Key Findings: A Deeper Look into Workforce Fraud The analysis, based on millions of candidate cases, exposes critical vulnerabilities in current hiring processes, with post-offer background check discrepancies leading to substantial time and budget losses. It reveals that employment and resume checks remain the most error-prone areas, with cases of exaggerated job histories, false salary claims, and fabricated qualifications aimed at improving job prospects. To uncover past misconduct, undisclosed liabilities, or potential conflicts of interest, we recommend conducting checks such as Social Media Checks, Financial Integrity, Reference, and Competency Assessments. These help gather in-depth intelligence on the candidate and mitigate future hiring  risks. Industry Deep Dives Strengthening Verification Practices To combat rising fraud trends, AuthBridge outlines key measures that organisations can adopt to close hiring gaps, reduce fraud risks, and build a more trusted workforce. AuthBridge recommends: To help organisations hire and verify with confidence, AuthBridge offers two powerful solutions: AuthLead and GroundCheck.ai.  AuthLead is a specialised tool for senior-level hiring that goes beyond basic checks to build a 360-degree leadership profile, including independent references, financial integrity reviews, litigation history, and cultural fit assessments, helping organisations appoint trustworthy, well-aligned leaders. Its newly introduced GroundCheck.ai, India’s first AI-powered platform for instant, on-ground customer, merchant, and vendor verification, covers 20,000+ PIN codes and tackles challenges such as fragmented networks and slow turnaround times, delivering speed, scale, and accuracy in one solution. As India’s workforce adapts to new models of working and employee onboarding, such as hybrid or remote work and gig economies, Workforce Fraud Files 2025 emphasises a significant challenge for employers to prioritise speed, scrutiny, and innovation in their hiring practices.  With a global presence across …

by Vivek Kumar

X0PA AI, a Singapore-headquartered artificial intelligence recruitment platform, has established Dubai as its regional headquarters for Middle East operations, the company announced today. The expansion brings the world’s first AI Verify-endorsed HRTech Talent Intelligence platform and its comprehensive AI-native recruitment ecosystem to the UAE market. As part of the strategic expansion, the regional headquarters will be directly managed by the company’s Founder and CEO, Nina Alag Suri, signaling X0PA AI’s long-term commitment to the Middle East following successful implementations across Singapore’s government agencies, academic institutions, and enterprise clients. Comprehensive AI-Native Recruitment Platform X0PA AI’s platform transforms the entire recruitment lifecycle through artificial intelligence, moving beyond traditional applicant tracking systems to provide predictive analytics, bias-free screening, and automated candidate matching. The system accesses over 250 million candidate profiles globally and uses machine learning to assess candidates based on skills, performance potential, and cultural fit rather than demographic characteristics. The platform’s AI algorithms forecast candidate stability and performance, enabling organizations to make data-driven hiring decisions while reducing time-to-hire by up to 50% and cutting recruitment costs by up to 30%. The system integrates seamlessly with existing HR infrastructure including major ATS platforms, LinkedIn, job boards, and calendar systems. “Our AI-native approach addresses the full spectrum of recruitment challenges that organizations face today,” said Nina Alag Suri, Founder and CEO of X0PA AI. “From sourcing and screening to assessment and retention prediction, we’re providing a complete intelligence layer that transforms how organizations build their workforce.” Comprehensive Product Portfolio X0PA AI operates four main product lines: AI Recruiter for enterprise recruitment automation, Room for video and text-based candidate assessments, AI for Academia for university admissions and scholarship allocation, and the Agentic AI Suite featuring four autonomous agents—Alex for candidate screening, Kate for recruitment analytics, Ruby for candidate engagement, and Zeus for interview intelligence. Proven Track Record Across Sectors In Singapore, X0PA AI has demonstrated versatility across government, academic, and enterprise sectors. Vital, the central agency for shared services in the Singapore Public Service, implemented X0PA AI’s Recruiter solution to streamline recruitment processes. Companies like SkillsFuture Singapore use the platform for workforce development initiatives. Academic institutions utilize X0PA AI’s for Academia to match students with internship programs, considering factors beyond grades including location preferences, language skills, and career interests. Enterprise clients report significant efficiency gains, with the customer base collectively saving over 100,000 days through AI-powered screening processes. The platform maintains a Net Promoter Score of 95, significantly above industry benchmarks. AI Verify Endorsement and Ethical AI Framework X0PA AI was the first HRTech company to receive AI Verify endorsement, based on the ethical AI framework established by Singapore’s IMDA and endorsed by the World Economic Forum. This validation confirms the platform’s adherence to principles of transparency, fairness, accountability, and robustness in AI applications, ensuring AI-driven decisions can be explained and audited—critical for organizations operating in regulated environments. Strategic Alignment with UAE Workforce Goals The expansion addresses both enterprise hiring challenges and UAE national workforce objectives. As the UAE implements Emiratisation requirements—mandating companies with 50+ …

by Team SNFYI

As organisations recalibrate for an AI-enabled future, the question isn’t just about technology, it’s also about the people leading that change. At TechHR India 2025, Dr. Shashi Tharoor made a compelling case for leadership styles and skilling models that keep pace with a changing world of work. Addressing an audience of business leaders, HR heads, and technology thinkers at Yashobhoomi, Dr. Tharoor called on India to outgrow its fixation with heroic, centralized leadership and instead focus on collaborative models that empower people. “India needs a leader who is less demanding. Someone who listens, collaborates, and uplifts,” he said, framing listening, not commanding, as the true currency of effective leadership. Rethinking Leadership for a New Era Referencing Ajinkya Rahane’s quiet yet decisive leadership during India’s 2021 Test series in Australia, Tharoor argued that the country must embrace leaders who prioritise collective wins over personal glory. This, he suggested, applies equally to politics and to the boardroom. In a corporate environment still catching up with new workforce expectations, Tharoor urged HR and business heads to adopt inclusive leadership styles, ones that “make everyone feel included” and help employees see themselves in the organisation’s success. According to a recent report, leadership development was identified as one of the top talent challenges with business impact, and nearly 1 in 5 HR leaders expressed dissatisfaction with their efforts to upskill mid-level managers for managing multigenerational teams.This underscores Tharoor’s call for rethinking who gets developed and how. Skilling as India’s Competitive Edge The conversation moved from leadership to India’s bigger bet, its people. “We have 10 million people entering the job market every year. And we’re not ready,” Tharoor said, pointing to the urgent need for structured, scalable skilling models. He proposed that companies above a certain size be legally required to operate skilling centres for rural youth and school dropouts. “They could hire the best, and others would leave with a diploma that opens up real opportunity.” The industry seems to be recognising the gap. According to People Matters’ SHRPA 2025 study, talent development and upskilling ranks among the top three areas where HR leaders plan to increase investment. However, Tharoor noted that investment alone isn’t enough, execution must match ambition. Beyond Optics: Rebuilding Brand India from Within On India’s emerging digital identity, Tharoor acknowledged the shift in perception: from snake charmers to UPI. But he warned against relying solely on infrastructure and tech visibility. “We’ve done a great job with the hardware—airports, convention centres, tech stacks—but we need to fix the software: education, sanitation, drinking water, poverty.” He urged leaders to think beyond brand optics and invest in long-term capabilities, adding: “Soft power without hard power is weakness. And hard power without soft power is bullying. India must develop smart power—investing in its people and projecting its values.” The Real AI Challenge: Enabling People As AI reshapes industries, Tharoor cautioned against building a future where a few innovate while many are left behind. He emphasised that India’s true edge lies not just in tech …