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The sides are wider than the top allowing you to store bigger things like laptop chargers or umbrellas. There are four metallic buttons at the bottom that allow it to be self-supporting when left on a surface. 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<ul><li>The <keyword id="36208" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="festive-season" source="Orion">festive season</keyword> has always been important to brands, especially to e-commerce players who line up big bumper discounts, look for more retail brands to partner and ramp up their product offerings.</li><li>This festive season, e-commerce platforms are focusing on bringing more personalisation and curation to customers shopping online through greater tech and marketing integration.</li><li>More and more e-commerce platforms are also exploring social commerce, turning their apps into super apps by bringing content, products and trends under one roof for consumers to watch and shop at once.</li><li>With increasing internet penetration, e-commerce players are expecting new growth from Tier II, III and beyond this festive, which will cumulatively contribute to $150 billion of e-commerce as per RedSeer Consulting’s report.</li><li>We speak to India’s leading e-commerce players to find out more about their festive plans and revival expectations.</li></ul>The year 2020 accelerated e-commerce industry, perhaps by a decade, revolutionising the way brands operate, run, and grow their businesses, as well as how consumers choose to shop and pay. In the initial months of the lockdown, businesses witnessed a clear shift in consumer behaviour. Historically offline shoppers also came online due to convenience and safety. Consumers are still hesitant to return to in-store shopping completely and audiences from Tier II and Tier III are also preferring to shop online. The pandemic has evidently caused an inflection point for e-commerce in the country. With the second-largest internet user base, India has emerged as one of the most prominent markets globally. Around 480 million people in India have access to the internet out of which 90 million are online shoppers, according to estimates from management consultancy RedSeer. Shoppers from India’s small towns and cities will cumulatively contribute to $150 billion of e-commerce GMV in the coming decade, until 2030, revealed RedSeer. <div type="image" title="redseer - ecomm report" msid="85901903" hostid="261"></div> After spending a glum year and a half, consumers are excited to celebrate the festive season with upcoming shopping sales for Diwali, Dussehra and Christmas. IPL and ICC T-20 World Cup will further improve consumer sentiment this year. According to a survey conducted by The Trade Desk and YouGov, 82% of consumers shopped online at least once a month in the past six months, and nearly one in four made online purchases several times a week or more often. Titled ‘<a href="https://pages.thetradedesk.com/rs/527-INM-364/images/TheFestiveSeasonPulse2021.pdf">The Festive Season Pulse 2021</a>,’ it further said that 91% of Indian consumers are planning a purchase during the upcoming festive season and six in 10 are interested in learning about new brands during festive season sales. To leverage this uptick in consumer sentiment, the e-commerce category is all set to begin its festive marketing blitz and is preparing to line up big discounts for the season in a few weeks. For this 30-day period leading up to the festive season, leading fashion e-commerce platform <keyword id="319719" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="myntra" source="Orion">Myntra</keyword> has planned ‘Big Fashion Festival,’ which will be followed up with Myntra Diwali Sale, with a focus on ethnic wear. It will also be focusing on emerging categories like Beauty and Personal care, kidswear and categories such as innerwear and essentials which have experienced tailwinds post-Covid. Myntra’s Chief Business Officer, Ayyappan Rajagopal said, “We are expecting this festive season to be bigger than last year with more customers using online channels to make their purchases. Demand usually peaks in the 30 days leading to Diwali and we expect this year to be no different. In fact, the demand in the 2 months leading to the festive season is expected to be far more than last time (because people have learnt with time to adapt to a pandemic world). We expect high demand from across geographies and markets - metros, Tier 1, Tier 2, T3 cities and beyond. To cater to that, we have built the right ethnic wear, beauty, and home selection, and have partnered with brands on best deals. Hence, to leverage this demand and provide best value to our customers, we are organizing Big Fashion Festival and Myntra Diwali Sale to make this season a resounding success.” Right on the heels of the festive season, Myntra ramped up its marketing game by onboarding Hrithik Roshan, Vijay Deverakonda and Dulquer Salmaan as its newest brand ambassadors, alongside the existing celebrity ambassadors Kiara Advani, and Samantha Akkineni. Now, it is hoping to double its customer base and cater to Gen-Z shoppers with its high-decibel marketing. “With the optimism coming from recovery from Covid and revival in shopping sentiments along with the habitualisation of digital foray across all customer segments, we see a lot of new customers shopping during this festive season. We have also seen trends in Metro/T1 markets where Myntra has been traditionally strong, pointing towards such a revival. With a positive overall sentiment, we will be looking at doubling our customer base during this period. There will also be an added focus towards expanding our footprint in southern markets, deeper penetration into Tier 2 / 3 towns and exploring customer addition through emerging categories like Kids wear, Inner wear, fashion accessories, Beauty and persona care, etc. The greatest focus will be on Gen-Z cohort of shoppers,” shared Rajagopal. E-commerce platforms are also focusing on bringing more personalisation and curation to customers shopping online through greater tech and marketing integration. More and more e-retailers are exploring social commerce, turning their apps into super apps by bringing content, products and trends under one roof for consumers to watch and shop at once. D2C fashion platform Bewakoof.com that recently raised Rs 60 crore in an investment round led by InvestCorp, IvyCap and Spring Marketing Capital, is expecting to Rs 120 crore in brand sales this quarter. It recently rolled out celebrity-led digital campaigns with Rajkummar Rao, Sanya Malhotra and Farhan Akhtar. It plans to further build its market presence by signing more A-list celebrities to its roster and launch a 360-degree campaign by October. On the technology side, the company intends to launch a gamification-led loyalty program as it upgrades its Bewakoof Tribe with new and exclusive launches for the club members. Sharing the platform’s festive plans further, Prabhkiran Singh, Founder CEO, Bewakoof.com said, “Post pandemic, we saw a strong recovery and growth in certain categories like casual wear and leisurewear because of customers staying at home and with the pandemic slowing down, we expect a strong recovery in categories like ethnic wear, bags, accessories, etc in the festive season ahead. We’re also looking to capitalise on winter wear more this year than usual with winter around the corner and have put in investments accordingly. We expect our brand sales to be Rs 120 crore for the festive quarter.” For Bewakoof, the northern and western markets see the highest demand, followed by West Bengal and Assam because of Durga Puja. Currently, over 6 million customers visit Bewakoof.com every month. Singh told us that the festive season serves as a crucial window in the year for new customer acquisition and bringing back customers that haven’t shopped again for a while. The platform is also planning on increasing its marketing spends this festive. “For this year, 15% of our total marketing budget will be spent for the upcoming festive season.” We’re in the process of rebranding Bewakoof in the next 1-2 months and we’ll have a new look, logo, tagline along with a new set of celebrities that will endorse Bewakoof so we’re excited to roll this out and create buzz around it along with backing it up with top-funnel marketing investments. We plan to go heavy on top-funnel marketing investments starting October,” said Singh. E-retail platform OLX has upped its UI to woo its customers, digitising the entire process of online retailing, including verification of all its premium items. OLX Autos launched a verified inventory of cars with a new interface, which provides a detailed history of the car right from the ownership period all the way up to the service history of the car, and access to a host of financing options and after-sales products like insurance and warranty. As a result, OLX has witnessed a surge in demand for pre-owned cars. Sapna Arora, CMO, OLX India said, “Green shoots are already visible in the used car retail segment. The demand for pre-owned cars has been 25% higher than the pre-Covid levels while there has been an 82% plus growth in demand for pre-owned smartphones. Our goods category has also witnessed a strong rebound, as demand and supply have gone up by an average of 68% and 25%, respectively, compared to pre-Covid levels. The upcoming festival season is important for us as we expect the gap to be narrowing down between pre and post-Covid levels. There has been a strong uptake of e-commerce across regions, especially in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, with consumers there making the greatest shift to online shopping. We will continue to focus on the pre-owned auto segment and are expecting to surpass the demand this festive season.” At an industry level, Arora told us that e-commerce players are leveraging on hyper-personalisation to create individualised experiences on the platform and AI-powered chatbots are being implemented by the online retailers to bring customers close to an offline retail experience with a high engagement rate. Sharing OLX’s plan, Arora added, “This festive season we plan to use innovative solutions via relevant messaging at different levels of the retail journey. Our consumer base is growing organically. During this year’s lockdown, a lot of people moved online and we saw growth, about 30% more daily active users (DAUs) from our previous pre-Covid peak. In the festive season, our huge inventories across segments will contribute to increasing the DAU’s on the platform.” As per Nielsen India’s E-commerce Consumer Panel (E-Analytics Solution), there was a double-digit increase in average spend of online shoppers for electronics and accessories (39%), mobile and accessories (12%), and fashion, including apparel, footwear, and accessories (10%) after the pandemic. Appliances (e.g.TV, WM, refrigerators, etc.) also saw notable shopper spending increase at 9%. E-commerce giant Amazon is also ramping up its product range for the festive season. “Together with thousands of small &amp; medium business and brand partners, we continue to offer our customers the widest selection, convenience, and fast delivery. We are humbled by how millions of Indian customers have made us a part of their daily lives. Also, customers continue to believe that online shopping is the safest way to shop which has been reflecting in all the recent events of Amazon like Prime Day 2021, Great Freedom Festival, Rakhi Store, Onam store and so on. This festive season is not a normal one for reasons we all know and our success metric would be focused on how we can make our sellers successful. Customers can look forward to shopping from a wide selection of products across categories like Home &amp; Kitchen, Fashion &amp; Beauty, Appliances and Smartphones, Grocery essentials and more from the comfort and safety of their homes," said an Amazon India spokesperson. This growth trajectory of e-commerce platforms in India testifies how customers are increasingly recognising the importance of comfort shopping within closed doors, and after seeing their businesses take a plunge in the first three months of the lockdown, more and more sellers are also coming online.

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Whether it’s college, work, road trip or vacations, a backpack is something you can have on your person at all times. You don’t want one that’s tearing at the corners and allowing dust and moisture to enter the bag. This is why it’s important to have a strong backpack that will last you a long time. Take a look at some excellent ones that we have selected for you. <bulletContentEmbed name="B01DDCULAU" columns="1"><bulletContentHeading name="B01DDCULAU_head"><columnHead col="1"><columnHeadThumb> <div type="image" title="Market Favourite" msid="78789715" hostid="261"></div></columnHeadThumb><columnHeadTitle>B01DDCULAU</columnHeadTitle></columnHead></bulletContentHeading><bulleteContentBody name="B01DDCULAU_body"><bulletContentRow name="B01DDCULAU_0937744795841132"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1">AmazonBasics 21 Ltrs Classic Backpack</bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">This 21 litres backpack comes in a variety of solid colours that are trendy and attractive. The main compartment has a small zippered pocket on the inside and a padded pocket for your laptop. The front has a zippered pocket for small items, and there’s Velcro pockets on either side that’s ideal for water bottles.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow><bulletContentRow name="B01DDCULAU_6637029988463672"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1"></bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">Lightweight, durable, adjustable straps, and cushioned straps for comfort.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow></bulleteContentBody></bulletContentEmbed> <bulletContentEmbed name="B079DDT65R" columns="1"><bulletContentHeading name="B079DDT65R_head"><columnHead col="1"><columnHeadThumb> <div type="image" title="Travel Friendly" msid="78789826" hostid="261"></div></columnHeadThumb><columnHeadTitle>B079DDT65R</columnHeadTitle></columnHead></bulletContentHeading><bulleteContentBody name="B079DDT65R_body"><bulletContentRow name="B079DDT65R_3113089985234961"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1">Wildcraft 44 Ltrs Casual Backpack</bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">This backpack is bigger and more spacious than its counterparts, making it the perfect choice for treks, road trips and vacations. It has an attractive design that makes it cool and modern. Made from high-quality nylon, and having a 44-litres capacity, this bag can be your travel buddy. With 3 big compartments and cushioned padding, it’s a handy and comfortable backpack.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow><bulletContentRow name="B079DDT65R_4347336278501671"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1"></bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">Laptop sleeve, side pocket for bottle, and bold design on front.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow></bulleteContentBody></bulletContentEmbed> <bulletContentEmbed name="B07BVK6WDZ" columns="1"><bulletContentHeading name="B07BVK6WDZ_head"><columnHead col="1"><columnHeadThumb> <div type="image" title="Top Pick" msid="78789973" hostid="261"></div></columnHeadThumb><columnHeadTitle>B07BVK6WDZ</columnHeadTitle></columnHead></bulletContentHeading><bulleteContentBody name="B07BVK6WDZ_body"><bulletContentRow name="B07BVK6WDZ_7574885505215231"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1">Killer 38-Litre Waterproof Backpack</bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">This Killer backpack has 2 large compartments with a padded slot for your laptop. Also, there are mesh pockets on the side for water bottles, power banks, phones, etc, and 2 vertical front pockets for keys, tissue papers and pens. It’s an orange and blue bag with the Killer logo on the front. Made from high-quality polyester fabric, this bag is durable and resilient.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow><bulletContentRow name="B07BVK6WDZ_6753042118830961"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1"></bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">Water resistant, foam padding on straps, easy to carry, and has an internal gadget organiser.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow></bulleteContentBody></bulletContentEmbed> <bulletContentEmbed name="B07YY6PTMN" columns="1"><bulletContentHeading name="B07YY6PTMN_head"><columnHead col="1"><columnHeadThumb> <div type="image" title="Very Stylish" msid="78789799" hostid="261"></div></columnHeadThumb><columnHeadTitle>B07YY6PTMN</columnHeadTitle></columnHead></bulletContentHeading><bulleteContentBody name="B07YY6PTMN_body"><bulletContentRow name="B07YY6PTMN_4624809321047003"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1">Mi Business Casual 21L Water Resistant Laptop Backpack</bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">Available in 3 colours, this backpack has a classy and tasteful look. With a 21-litre capacity, it has a padded compartment for your laptop on the inside and a double sided main zipper. It has an anti-theft main compartment, a trolley loop and comfortable cushioned straps. Also, it has an advanced IPX4 coating that makes it water resistant.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow><bulletContentRow name="B07YY6PTMN_0639733427205185"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1"></bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">2 zippered compartments on top, 1 small zippered pocked in front, and 2 side pockets.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow></bulleteContentBody></bulletContentEmbed> <bulletContentEmbed name="B08421BRQ2" columns="1"><bulletContentHeading name="B08421BRQ2_head"><columnHead col="1"><columnHeadThumb> <div type="image" title="Budget Friendly" msid="78790007" hostid="261"></div></columnHeadThumb><columnHeadTitle>B08421BRQ2</columnHeadTitle></columnHead></bulletContentHeading><bulleteContentBody name="B08421BRQ2_body"><bulletContentRow name="B08421BRQ2_3348275121082738"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1">Polestar Blue 30 Lt Casual Backpack</bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">This 30-litre backpack is ideal for college, work and vacations. It comes with a rain cover, so you can protect it when you’re riding or on a hike. It has a trolley loop, and wide shoulder straps for your comfort. Also, the ergonomic design helps even distribution of weight so that your shoulders and back don’t get strained.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow><bulletContentRow name="B08421BRQ2_1138486224664641"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1"></bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">Lightweight, water resistant, multiple compartments, and has laptop sleeve.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow></bulleteContentBody></bulletContentEmbed> <bulletContentEmbed name="B07BVK6WDZ" columns="1"><bulletContentHeading name="B07BVK6WDZ_head"><columnHead col="1"><columnHeadThumb><div type="image" title="Smart Buy" msid="78789902" hostid="261"></div></columnHeadThumb><columnHeadTitle>B073XQRT4Y</columnHeadTitle></columnHead></bulletContentHeading><bulleteContentBody name="B07BVK6WDZ_body"><bulletContentRow name="B07BVK6WDZ_3869152972182715"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1">Skybags Blue 25 ltrs Casual Backpack</bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">Here’s another great bag that’s ideal to carry anywhere; take it to work, college or on your travels. It has three compartments of various sizes in the front that make it possible to carry your laptop, charger, books, wallet, umbrella and anything else that you require. It’s a unisex bag that’s a combination of light blue and dark blue, giving it an appealing look.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow><bulletContentRow name="B07BVK6WDZ_8185627552816008"><bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowHead col="1"></bulletContentRowHead></bulletContentRowHeading><bulletContentRowBody><bulletContentRowCell col="1">Lightweight, butterfly lock, cushioned straps, and side compartments.</bulletContentRowCell></bulletContentRowBody></bulletContentRow></bulleteContentBody></bulletContentEmbed>

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<ul class="summary-list"><li>Erica Noblecilla is a food influencer who's lived in Chicago for four years.</li><li>Chicago is a "melting pot" of different cuisines and has delicious cheap eats as well as Michelin-starred spots, she said.</li></ul>Erica Noblecilla spends her days scouring Chicago for the <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/best-restaurants-in-chicago-from-local-foodie-2024-5">best food spots</a>.She posted her first <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@ericaeatseverything">TikTok reviews</a> in spring 2021. After some of her videos went viral, she quit her job in real-estate marketing and <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/become-content-creator-instagram-tiktok-six-figures-full-time-2022-3">started making content full-time</a>, visiting both well-known restaurants and hidden gems throughout the Windy City and its suburbs."Chicagoans take their food very seriously," she told Business Insider. Chicago was ranked third in <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.foodandwine.com/global-tastemakers-best-united-states-cities-food-drink-2024-8620202">Food &amp; Wine's 2024 ranking</a> of the best cities for food and drink in the US.Here's why Noblecilla thinks the city is such a great destination for foodies.<div type="image" title="A photo of Erica Noblecilla in a restaurant holding a large sandwich" height="2268" width="3024" msid="112245279" hostid="261" sizebytes="405486"></div><h2 id="3890cd4f-4e59-4592-a459-f1f1ed9b1c98">International cuisines</h2>Chicago is a "melting pot" of different cultures and cuisines, Noblecilla said. The city is home to a Chinatown, Little India, Little Italy, Ukrainian Village, and Greektown. There are also Polish, Mexican, Arabic, and Filipino influences, she said.Noblecilla moved from South Florida to Chicago in July 2020. "I've never really lived in a city before that's had all of these kinds of influences," she said. "I was a little kid in a candy store moving here. It's such a food city."<h2 id="bfd6ffd9-f2ab-46dc-827f-f574650fb160">Chicago staples</h2>New York has bagels, Philadelphia has cheesesteaks, and Cincinnati has Skyline Chili. Chicago has its fair share of staples, too — there's deep-dish pizza, tavern-style pizza, Polish hot dogs, and Italian beef, for starters.For <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/where-to-get-best-italian-beef-in-chicago-photos">Italian beef</a>, you can go to Al's or Mr Beef, Noblecilla said. The latter inspired The Original Beef of Chicagoland in the FX series <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/the-bear-season-4-release-date-plot-cast-2024-6">The Bear</a>.<div type="image" title="Giardiniera is scooped onto an Italian Beef Sandwich at Mr. Beef" height="683" width="1024" msid="112245277" hostid="261" sizebytes="79964"></div>For deep-dish pizza, head to Lou Malnati's. The pizza has a "delicious" and crispy butter crust and "incredibly fresh" toppings, Noblecilla said.And if you fancy a drink to wash it down with, Malört, a liquor developed by a Swedish immigrant in Chicago in the late 1800s, is the local specialty. It's tradition then when people move to Chicago, "one of the first things you have to do is have a shot of Malört," Noblecilla said.There's also a "big dive bar culture" in Chicago, as well as a popular speakeasy called the Drifter, she said. "It's actually a place I take lots of out-of-towners." And during the holidays, the city is full of Christmas bars, she said.<h2 id="165d80a5-3907-4987-86b6-4018de4da7e9">Family-owned restaurants</h2>As well as big chains, Chicago is full of mom-and-pop restaurants, Noblecilla said.And some are pretty old."There's a good handful of restaurants that have been open since the 1940s," Noblecilla said. They have "more history than some of the museums here," she said.<h2 id="69f4e151-363d-461f-816d-9cd45e74668d">Fine dining</h2>The city has <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://guide.michelin.com/gb/en/illinois/chicago/restaurants/all-starred?sort=distance">21 Michelin-starred restaurants</a>. Two — Alinea and Smyth — have three stars, while Filipino restaurant Kasama was ranked the fifth-best restaurant in the US in <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.foodandwine.com/global-tastemakers-best-united-states-restaurants-2024-8620131">Food &amp; Wine's 2024 ranking</a>."There's a really great range in the kind of food that you see at the Michelin restaurants," Noblecilla said. "It's not just one sort of cuisine."<h2 id="cc65dcd6-b7f0-4850-b912-3162667d3df7">Alfresco dining</h2>"Alfresco dining is such a huge thing here in Chicago," Noblecilla said. Because it's such a <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/chicago-remote-worker-meet-people-socialize-freezing-winters-friends-weather-2024-6">cold city</a>, "when it gets warm, you want to be outside," she said.<div type="image" title="A photo showing the river in Chicago with a riverside path full of tables of customers eating and drinking" height="3468" width="4624" msid="112245282" hostid="261" sizebytes="1417292"></div>"Patio dining is pretty top tier here, because it's a beautiful city," she continued. "It's kept very nicely. It's kept very clean. You compare it to New York where there's trash bags piling up on the patio, on the sidewalks."There's also a lot of rooftop dining, including some restaurants that add <a target="_blank" class="" href="https://www.businessinsider.com/nyc-rooftop-igloo-time-out-market-2020-1">snow globes, or heated igloos</a>, in the winter, Noblecilla said.<h2 id="f8f1b33e-dc13-46e2-9e47-0d371e6352a8">Cheap eats</h2>You don't have to spend a lot of money to eat well in Chicago. "A big part of the scene is more fast-casual dining," Noblecilla said, adding that those restaurants make up the vast majority her TikTok reviews.Tacos are a "big Chicago staple," she said. Carniceria Maribel, for example, started as a liquor store and La Chaparrita as a grocery store, "and then they kind of transformed into taquerias because of the popularity of their tacos."<div type="image" title="A photo of Erica Noblecilla sat outside holding a taco tray" height="4032" width="3024" msid="112245278" hostid="261" sizebytes="1113616"></div><h2 id="245bd254-4805-4ddb-af75-1790d3c9af83">Her favourite spot</h2>Noblecilla's current favorite place to eat in Chicago is Brasero, an upscale Latin restaurant in the city's West Town, which she says has "Brazilian undertones.""It just blew me away," she said. "So much flavor."Noblecilla said that her table tried most of the dishes on the menu. Dishes she particularly enjoyed included the oysters, shrimp, lobster, ribs in a guava barbecue glaze, pão de queijo, and desserts. "The seafood stood out to me the most," she said.At Brasero, the pão de queijo costs $16, ribs $24, and half lobster $68.Noblecilla also recommends the $14 limonada suíça, Brazilian lemonade made by blending a whole lime with water, then adding condensed milk. For an extra $4, you can spike it with Pitu Cachaça, a Brazilian spirit, which Noblecilla said is "really unique. You can't really find that anywhere in the city."

A food influencer in Chicago breaks down why the Windy City should be on every restaurant lover's bucket list

Travelling is an enriching experience that broadens horizons, but it doesn't have to break the bank. For Indian travellers, finding destinations that offer both affordability and memorable experiences is key. Whether you're a backpacker on a budget or a family looking for an economical vacation, there are numerous destinations around the world that won't drain your savings. Here's a list of the top 10 <keyword id="21670461" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="most-affordable-countries-to-visit" source="Orion">most affordable countries to visit</keyword> in 2024 for Indians: <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Nepal" comment="subhead" text="Nepal">Nepal</cmsannotation> <div type="image" title="1" msid="110147224" hostid="261" sizebytes="1833651" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Breathtaking Himalayan vistas await trekkers in Nepal&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>Known for its breathtaking Himalayan landscapes and rich cultural heritage, Nepal is a budget traveler's paradise. From trekking in the Annapurna region to exploring ancient temples in Kathmandu, there's something for every type of traveller. Accommodation, food, and transportation are all incredibly affordable, making Nepal an ideal destination for Indian travellers. Best time to visit: September to November (autumn) or February to April (spring). Things to do: Trek to Everest Base Camp or Annapurna Circuit, Enjoy paragliding with breathtaking views of the mountains in Pokhara and Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu Valley. Currency: Nepalese Rupee (NPR) Must-pack items: <ul><li>Lightweight and breathable clothing suitable for trekking and exploring.</li><li>Trekking gear such as sturdy hiking boots, waterproof jackets, and backpacks.</li><li>Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a wide-brimmed hat for protection against the sun.</li></ul><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Sri Lanka" comment="subhead" text="Sri Lanka">Sri Lanka</cmsannotation> <div type="image" title="2" msid="110147261" hostid="261" sizebytes="1642532" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Discover ancient wonders and golden beaches in Sri Lanka&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>Just a short flight away from India, Sri Lanka offers a diverse range of experiences, from pristine beaches to lush tea plantations and ancient ruins. Travelling around the island is relatively cheap, with options ranging from budget guesthouses to mid-range hotels. Don't miss out on trying the delicious local cuisine, which is both flavorful and affordable. Best time to visit: December to March (west and south coasts) or April to September (east coast). Things to do: Visit the ancient city of Sigiriya and climb the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Explore the historic city of Kandy and Take a scenic train ride through the tea plantations of Ella. Currency: Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR) Must-pack items: <ul><li>Lightweight clothing suitable for tropical weather.</li><li>Swimsuit and beachwear for coastal areas.</li></ul>Read - <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/travel/india/top-5-places-to-visit-in-srinagar/slidelist/100524757.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink" target="_blank">Top 5 Places to visit in Sri Lanka</a><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Vietnam" comment="subhead" text="Vietnam">Vietnam</cmsannotation> <div type="image" title="3" msid="110147290" hostid="261" sizebytes="1679963" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Journey through vibrant streets and scenic landscapes in Vietnam&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>With its stunning natural beauty, vibrant cities, and rich history, Vietnam is an incredibly affordable destination for Indian travellers. From exploring the bustling streets of Hanoi to cruising through the scenic Ha Long Bay, there's no shortage of things to see and do. Accommodation, food, and transportation are all budget-friendly, allowing you to stretch your rupees further. Best time to visit: November to April (dry season). Things to do: Cruise through the limestone karsts of Ha Long Bay, Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels and learn about Vietnam's wartime history and Trek through the terraced rice fields of Sapa. Currency: Vietnamese Dong (VND) Must-pack items: <ul><li>Light and breathable clothing suitable for humid weather.</li><li>Comfortable walking shoes for exploring cities and attractions.</li><li>Rain jacket or umbrella for unpredictable weather.</li><li>Vietnamese phrasebook or language app for basic communication.</li></ul>Read -<a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/travel/international/top-10-places-to-visit-in-vietnam/slidelist/102131452.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink" target="_blank">Famous places to visit in Vietnam</a> <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Thailand" comment="subhead" text="Thailand">Thailand</cmsannotation> <div type="image" title="4" msid="110147402" hostid="261" sizebytes="1969049" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Experience the hustle and bustle of Bangkok or the serenity of Thai beaches&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>Thailand has long been a favourite destination for <keyword id="21670465" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="budget-travellers" source="keywords">budget travellers</keyword>, thanks to its beautiful beaches, vibrant culture, and delicious street food. Whether you're exploring the bustling streets of Bangkok or relaxing on the islands of Phuket and Koh Samui, you'll find plenty of affordable options for accommodation and dining. Don't forget to indulge in a traditional Thai massage, which is both relaxing and inexpensive. Best time to visit: November to February (cool and dry season). Things to do: Visit the Grand Palace and Wat Pho in Bangkok, Relax on the beaches of Phuket, Krabi, or Koh Samui and Take a boat trip to the Phi Phi Islands for snorkelling and diving. Currency: Thai Baht (THB) Must-pack items: <ul><li>Lightweight and modest clothing for visiting temples and cultural sites.</li><li>Insect repellent and sunscreen for protection against mosquitoes and sunburn.</li><li>Comfortable walking shoes for exploring markets and tourist attractions.</li></ul>Read - <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/travel/international/most-famous-places-to-visit-in-thailand/slidelist/102083028.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink" target="_blank">Top 10 places to visit in Thailand</a><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Indonesia" comment="subhead" text="Indonesia">Indonesia</cmsannotation> <div type="image" title="5" msid="110147419" hostid="261" sizebytes="1594652" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Explore cultural treasures and turquoise waters in Indonesia&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>From the stunning beaches of Bali to the cultural wonders of Yogyakarta, Indonesia offers a wealth of experiences for budget-conscious travellers. Accommodation ranges from budget guesthouses to beachfront bungalows, and street food is both delicious and cheap. With its diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage, Indonesia is a must-visit destination for Indian travellers. Best time to visit: April to October (dry season). Things to do: Visit the iconic temples of Borobudur and Prambanan in Yogyakarta, Relax on the pristine beaches of Gili Islands or Nusa Penida and Dive or snorkel in the colourful reefs of Raja Ampat. Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) Must-pack items: <ul><li>Lightweight and modest clothing suitable for hot and humid weather.</li><li>Sandals or flip-flops for beach outings and casual wear.</li><li>Waterproof bag or pouch for protecting electronic devices and valuables.</li></ul><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Cambodia" comment="subhead" text="Cambodia">Cambodia</cmsannotation> <div type="image" title="10" msid="110147467" hostid="261" sizebytes="1694863" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Step back in time amidst the ancient temples of Cambodia&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>Home to the iconic Angkor Wat temple complex, Cambodia is a fascinating destination with a rich history and vibrant culture. Travelling around the country is affordable, with options for budget accommodation and cheap street food. Don't miss out on exploring the charming town of Siem Reap and the picturesque beaches of Sihanoukville. Best time to visit: November to April (dry season). Things to do: Explore the magnificent temples of Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, and Ta Prohm, Visit the floating villages of Tonle Sap Lake near Siem Reap and Explore the colonial architecture of Battambang. Currency: Cambodian Riel (KHR), though US Dollars are widely accepted, so carry USD in small denominations. Must-pack items: <ul><li>Lightweight and breathable clothing for exploring temples and outdoor sites.</li><li>Comfortable footwear for walking and exploring uneven terrain.</li><li>Reusable water bottle and snacks for staying hydrated and energised.</li></ul><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Philippines" comment="subhead" text="Philippines">Philippines</cmsannotation> <div type="image" title="6" msid="110147520" hostid="261" sizebytes="1561649" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Dive into crystal-clear waters and vibrant marine life in the Philippines&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>With its stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters, and friendly locals, the Philippines is an affordable tropical paradise for Indian travellers. Whether you're island hopping in Palawan or diving in the waters of Bohol, there are plenty of budget-friendly activities to enjoy. Accommodation and food are also inexpensive, allowing you to make the most of your vacation budget. Best time to visit: November to April (dry season). Things to do: Island hop in Palawan and visit the stunning beaches of El Nido and Coron, Swim with whale sharks in Oslob, Cebu and Visit the Chocolate Hills in Bohol. Currency: Philippine Peso (PHP) Must-pack items: <ul><li>Lightweight clothing suitable for tropical weather and beach activities.</li><li>Swimsuit, snorkelling gear, and reef-safe sunscreen for water adventures.</li><li>Portable water purification system or water purification tablets for remote areas.</li></ul><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Malaysia" comment="subhead" text="Malaysia">Malaysia</cmsannotation> <div type="image" title="7" msid="110147553" hostid="261" sizebytes="1460475" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;From towering skyscrapers to lush rainforests, Malaysia offers diverse experiences&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>With its diverse culture, stunning landscapes, and delicious cuisine, Malaysia is a fantastic destination for budget travellers. Whether you're exploring the bustling streets of Kuala Lumpur or hiking through the jungles of Borneo, there are plenty of affordable experiences to be had. Accommodation and food are both cheap and plentiful, making Malaysia an ideal destination for Indian travellers. Best time to visit: December to February (dry season). Things to do: Visit the iconic Petronas Twin Towers and Batu Caves in Kuala Lumpur, Relax on the beaches of Langkawi or Perhentian Islands and Visit the historic city of Malacca and explore its Dutch and Portuguese heritage. Currency: Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) Must-pack items: <ul><li>Light and breathable clothing suitable for warm and humid weather.</li><li>Comfortable walking shoes for exploring cities and nature reserves.</li><li>Travel adapter for charging electronic devices with Malaysian power outlets.</li></ul><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Myanmar" comment="subhead" text="Myanmar">Myanmar</cmsannotation> <div type="image" title="8" msid="110147601" hostid="261" sizebytes="1988019" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Uncover the hidden gems of Myanmar&amp;#39;s temples and landscapes&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>Formerly known as Burma, Myanmar is a relatively undiscovered gem in Southeast Asia, offering pristine landscapes and rich cultural experiences. Travelling in Myanmar is affordable, with options for budget accommodation and cheap street food. Don't miss out on exploring the ancient temples of Bagan and the tranquil waters of Inle Lake. Best time to visit: November to February (cool and dry season). Things to do: Explore the ancient temples of Bagan and watch the sunrise or sunset over the plains, Visit the floating gardens and stilt villages of Inle Lake and Trek through the hills of Shan State and visit remote hill tribe villages. Currency: Myanmar Kyat (MMK), though US Dollars are also widely accepted. Must-pack items: <ul><li>Modest clothing covering shoulders and knees for visiting temples and religious sites.</li><li>Comfortable walking shoes for exploring uneven terrain and historical sites.</li><li>Flashlight or headlamp for areas with limited lighting or power outages.</li></ul><cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Bhutan" comment="subhead" text="Bhutan">Bhutan</cmsannotation> <div type="image" title="9" msid="110147636" hostid="261" sizebytes="1987588" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Find tranquility in the Land of the Thunder Dragon, Bhutan&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div>While Bhutan may not be the cheapest destination on this list, it offers incredible value for money in terms of the unique experiences it offers. From hiking to remote monasteries to exploring traditional Bhutanese villages, there's plenty to see and do in this Himalayan kingdom. While the daily tourist fee may seem expensive at first glance, it covers accommodation, meals, transportation, and a guide, making it a surprisingly affordable option for Indian travellers. Best time to visit: March to May (spring) or September to November (autumn). Things to do: Visit the cliffside monastery of Tiger's Nest (Paro Taktsang), Explore the capital city of Thimphu and visit the Tashichho Dzong and Hike to the Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten in Punakha for panoramic views. Currency: Bhutanese Ngultrum (BTN), though Indian Rupees are widely accepted. Must-pack items: <ul><li>Warm clothing layers for cool evenings and high-altitude treks.</li><li>Sturdy hiking boots or shoes with good traction for mountain trails.</li></ul>Travelling on a budget doesn't mean sacrificing quality or missing out on incredible experiences. With these 10 affordable destinations, Indian travellers can explore the world without breaking the bank. Whether you're looking for adventure in the mountains, relaxation on the beach, or cultural immersion in a new destination, there's something for everyone on this list. So pack your bags, book your tickets, and get ready for an unforgettable journey! <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Frequently asked questions" comment="subhead" text="Frequently asked questions">Frequently asked questions</cmsannotation> 1. Is it safe to travel to these countries as an Indian tourist? Generally, these countries are safe for Indian tourists. However, it's essential to exercise basic precautions such as avoiding unsafe areas, being vigilant of your belongings, and following local laws and customs. 2. Do I need a visa to visit these countries? Visa requirements vary depending on the country you plan to visit and your nationality. Some countries offer visa-on-arrival or visa-free entry for Indian passport holders, while others require obtaining a visa in advance. It's advisable to check the visa requirements well in advance of your trip. 3. What languages are spoken in these countries, and will I encounter language barriers as an Indian tourist? The primary languages spoken vary by country, but English is widely understood in many tourist areas. Learning a few basic phrases in the local language can be helpful, but most interactions can be conducted in English, especially in popular tourist destinations. 4. What is the local currency, and how can I manage my finances while travelling? Each country has its own currency, and it's essential to familiarise yourself with the local currency exchange rates. It's advisable to carry a mix of cash (in the local currency) and international credit/debit cards for convenience. Additionally, inform your bank of your travel plans to avoid any issues with card usage abroad.

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<ul><li><keyword id="866223" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Kavin-Mittal">Kavin Mittal</keyword> talks about launch of <keyword id="44033" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="hike">Hike</keyword>’s two new products – <keyword id="791265" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="vibe">Vibe</keyword>, an exclusive social platform and <keyword id="37572" type="ENTERTAINMENT" weightage="20" keywordseo="rush">Rush</keyword>, a gaming platform⁠.</li><li>Hike made headlines in the beginning of 2021, as Mittal took to Twitter to announce the shutting down of Hike Messenger.</li><li>While keen to revive Hike back to its glory days, Mittal says he is being careful not to repeat the mistakes.</li></ul>Kavin Mittal, son of one of India’s richest business tycoons, is a man who has waged his own battles. He got wounded, but it seems like he is not afraid to show the scars. His messaging service Hike Messenger — was shut down, early this year. Hike Messenger, which was supposed to take on US-based competitor Whatsapp in India, was founded in 2012. The startup showed promise, quickly got the attention of investors — including Chinese messaging giant WeChat’s parent — and was valued at 1 billion dollars within four years of launch. But Mittal is not done yet. On a sultry afternoon, at a posh Gurugram restaurant, Mittal sat down with Business Insider. He wanted to chat about the launch of his two new products – Vibe, an exclusive social platform and Rush, a gaming platform⁠ — as well as his fundraising plans. During the conversation, he opened up about the mistakes of the past. “We are not living in a hope bubble, we are good at confronting the brutal facts of reality. Hike is where it is, we deal with it,” he said. Shutting down Hike Messenger was a tough but important decision Hike made headlines in the beginning of 2021, as Mittal <a href="https://twitter.com/kavinbm/status/1346680111181885440">took to Twitter</a> to announce the shutting down of Hike Messenger. A recent news report said that Hike was<a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2021-02-17/india-startup-crushed-by-whatsapp-now-wants-to-take-on-facebook"> trying to take on Facebook. </a> “Why would we leave the messaging space and then go after a product like Facebook?,” Mittal asked. While he did complain about the headline, he was definitely a lot less fragile than he used to be. Hike in late 2016 boasted having 37 million monthly active users (MAU) and 18 million daily active users (DAU). But Mittal’s homegrown messaging app was no match for the likes of WhatsApp that has taken India by storm in recent years. “Running a messaging app is also not cheap, and if we aren’t going to be in the top two of a business segment, we are not going to keep it around,” Mittal said. So, what went wrong with the Messenger? Mittal admits today that they made a couple of bad hiring mistakes which cost them dearly. “We should have adapted to the market, we couldn’t. That was the key reason. There was a period in which we went from 150 people to 400 very fast,” he said. “We had built a phenomenal culture at Hike until 150 people. But we were going too fast and when you make hiring mistakes at the top, it all comes tumbling down," he said. Hike laid off hundreds of people in 2018 and today, Mittal has his own ‘code’ for hiring, which he says is the “operating Bible”. <div type="image" title="hike" msid="81206552" hostid="261"></div> Shutting down the messenger was only half the process Finding alternative revenue streams was important for Hike to survive. With the gaming platform Rush, Hike is taking on one of its own investments, Winzo, a real money casual gaming platform. “It’s our version of what we believe hyper casual gaming should be. A new entertainment service, we are bringing those old-school gaming arcades online,” he said. With the other product, Vibe, he’s building a social platform with a friendship and dating angle, where people are matched on the platform. But they are also screening people to keep the ‘sleaze bags’ away. “We are building a new kind of place, but a safe place to hang out online, for an India that is still very culturally shy and conservative. Vibe is an approval only community,” he said. At the centre of Vibe, is the famous HikeMoji for people to create their own avatars and not necessarily, have to share their own photos until they know someone they can talk to. Learning from the mistakes of the past While keen to revive Hike back to its glory days, Mittal says he is being careful not to repeat the mistakes. His perception of scale has changed. “In India, if you have 10 million customers paying you a dollar a month, that’s an exciting business. Even a 5% of the market is over 25 million customers,” he said. And so has his idea of speed. “We have 30,000 people being matched every month, and that’s just through word of mouth,” he added while speaking about Vibe. Hike was one of the fastest unicorns in 2020, with the backing of Tencent, Tiger Global and Bharti SoftBank (a joint venture then between Bharti Airtel and Japanese investment firm SoftBank). <table style="border-width: initial; border-style: none;"><colgroup></colgroup><col /><col /><col /><col /><tbody><tr><td style="border-left:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#293348;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Funding Date </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#293348;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Round Name </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#293348;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Funding Amount (USD) </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#293348;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Institutional Investors </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Aug 16, 2016 </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Series D </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">175,000,000 </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Tencent, Foxconn Electronics. </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Jan 10, 2016 </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Angel </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Undisclosed </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;"> </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Aug 26, 2014 </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Series C </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">65,000,000 </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Tiger Global Management, Bharti SoftBank. </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Apr 02, 2014 </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Series B </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">14,000,000 </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Bharti SoftBank </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Apr 25, 2013 </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Series A </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">7,000,000 </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;border-top:solid #cccccc 0.75pt;vertical-align:bottom;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Bharti SoftBank </td></tr></tbody></table>Source: Tracxn, a data intelligence platform Since then, Hike’s valuation remains unknown, while Mittal said they will announce new funding details this year. “We built a billion dollar company when the market was small. The market is now 600 million people, imagine what we can do,” he said. “Emotionally we have moved on, it’s a part of building a new company. We have seen a lot of success, we have seen some big downfalls,” he added after quoting a popular Silicon Valley adage, ‘building a business is like waking up in the morning and eating broken glass every day’. Over the past few years, Mittal has been subject to a lot of commentary around Hike’s failures along the way. He has been, more often than not, compared to his father Sunil Mittal, the billionaire owner of India’s largest telecom company by users, Bharti Airtel. “I’m very proud to be my dad’s son. Yes, there are some connotations that come with being a billionaire’s son, but there are people who would kill to be my dad’s son,” he said. <div type="Youtube" id="yU0IcyPgCpU" title="Kavin Mittal, Founder &amp;amp; CEO, Hike shares his 2020 vision" thumbUrl="https://i.ytimg.com/vi/yU0IcyPgCpU/mqdefault.jpg"></div> SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/tech/apps/news/carbonwatch-indias-first-mobile-app-to-calculate-your-carbon-footprint-falls-short-of-what-it-is-promising/articleshow/81203364.cms">CarbonWatch — India’s first mobile app to calculate your carbon footprint falls short of its promises</a>

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<ul class="summary-list"><li><keyword id="12627305" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="virgil-abloh" source="Orion">Virgil Abloh</keyword>, Off-White founder and Louis Vuitton's first Black artistic director, died last month at 41.</li><li>One of his last public appearances was in Doha for the opening of a <a href="https://www.dohanews.co/hypebeasts-rejoice-qatar-museums-to-host-virgil-abloh-exhibit/">retrospective</a> of his work.</li></ul>Doha – In 2017, Vaorin Marwah was scrolling through his Instagram feed when a pair of sneakers caught his eye.Though designers from Balenciaga to Dior had embraced the high-end sneaker market for years by that point, there was something different about these Nikes. A strategically-placed, bright red zip tie dangled from the laces, and the word "shoelaces" was scrawled across them. A menswear designer himself in <keyword id="6354539" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="dubai" source="Orion">Dubai</keyword> whose designs featured in the pages of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CWIVsrnvHU0/">VOGUE Arabia</a>, Marwah was fascinated by how such ordinary things could transform a pair of deconstructed-looking sneakers, which would eventually fetch well over $1,000 on secondary markets. He had to know more. The shoes were a collaboration between Nike and Off-White, a high-end streetwear brand founded by the American designer <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/who-is-virgil-abloh-the-so-called-millennial-karl-lagerfeld-2020-3">Virgil Abloh</a> that was becoming ubiquitous in Dubai, a city where Chanel, Moncler, Fendi and Bottega Veneta designs are a common site for people out for a casual day of shopping.Marwah, who mixes precisely tailored made-to-measure staples of men's suiting and updated versions of the kurtas and sherwanis of his native India, wasn't alone. Each iteration of Virgil x Nike – with <a href="https://www.gqindia.com/look-good/content/its-official-virgil-abloh-will-release-50-nike-trainers-this-summer">50 pairs</a> slated for 2021 alone – sold out immediately. Everyone from <a href="https://youtu.be/X11Cw1KptEw">Youtubers</a> to influential style blogs like <a href="https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/virgil-abloh-off-white-zip-ties/">High Snobiety</a> debated whether the zip ties were merely a stylistic flourish — a play on an otherwise overlooked piece of hardware — or if they were meant to be cut off and tossed aside. It wasn't until 2019, two years after the initial release, that the matter was finally settled. <div type="image" title="A man addresses an audience with a display of sneakers seen in the foreground." height="2400" width="3600" msid="88212403" hostid="261"></div>Abloh himself eventually took to <a href="https://twitter.com/virgilabloh/status/1164951529314488320">Twitter</a> to say the "ultimate idea was … to use [the zip ties] with all your other pairs of shoes to DIY make your own versions of Off-White™sneakers."That answer was in many ways the essence of Abloh's belief in the "three-<a href="https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2019/03/18/virgil-abloh-menswears-biggest-star">per-cent</a> approach," the idea that you can make a new design by altering the original by at least 3 percent. In his early days, Abloh had stirred up controversy by screen printing onto discounted Ralph Lauren flannels and then selling the new creations for many times their original price. He wanted to empower the consumer to become their own designer, mixing and matching items as they saw fit. It wasn't just Abloh's distinct design aesthetic, utilizing the signifiers of construction work, street art and skate culture that gained Marwah's attention. Marwah, who launched his own eponymous collection in 2012, was also inspired by the designer's meteoric rise to the highest echelons of the <keyword id="11893303" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="fashion" source="Orion">fashion</keyword> industry. In 2018, less than five years after he launched Off-White, Abloh was hand-picked by LVMH as the Artistic Director of menswear for Louis Vuitton. That same year, according to one fashion index, Off-White <a href="https://www.lyst.com/the-lyst-index/2018/q3/">unseated</a> Gucci as "the hottest brand on the planet."Only 38 at the time, Abloh became the first Black designer to head a house at LVMH, an industry titan that owns leading labels like Christian Dior, Kenzo, and Celine. The appointment also made Abloh one of only two Black designers to head a major French fashion house at the time, the other being Balmain's Olivier Rousteing.<div type="image" title="A man, seated, talks into a microphone as the words Qatar Creates appear behind him" height="2400" width="3600" msid="88212404" hostid="261"></div>"Middle Eastern designers are always striving to have their work recognized in Paris and New York, and Virgil's ability to expand his career so quickly has been an inspiration to all of us," Marwah said.This is how <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/who-is-virgil-abloh-the-so-called-millennial-karl-lagerfeld-2020-3">Abloh</a>, who died of a rare form of cancer on Nov. 28, will be remembered by sneakerheads, fashionistas and influencers around the world. From his native Chicago to London to the Persian Gulf, Abloh has been celebrated as someone who managed to break down and push the boundaries of fashion in only a few years' time.That sentiment was on display in Doha – Dubai's less glitzy Persian Gulf neighbor – where a <a href="https://www.dohanews.co/hypebeasts-rejoice-qatar-museums-to-host-virgil-abloh-exhibit/">retrospective</a> exhibition of Abloh's work, "Virgil Abloh: Figures of Speech" has been on display as part of <keyword id="11899680" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="qatar" source="Orion">Qatar</keyword>'s cultural festival in the city. Just weeks before his passing, Abloh appeared at the show's opening and at a gala reception at the Qatar National Museum alongside Naomi Campbell and others, in what would be among his last public appearances.<div type="image" title="A green and white dress is displayed on a mannequin as a crowd of people look on." height="3154" width="4500" msid="88212405" hostid="261"></div>On a recent Friday afternoon, dozens of fashionable young people, decked out with Valentino bags, colorful floral-print hijabs and yes, head-to-toe Off-White, posed for pictures at the exhibit at Doha's old Fire House.Asa, a Doha resident in her 20s, reflected on what it meant to see a Black man, the son of Ghanaian immigrants, at the helm of a company like Vuitton. "I was so proud. I finally got to see someone like me heading a major brand," she said.It was his iconic Off-White measuring tape belt that really caught her eye.Like Marwah and the zip tie, Asa was fascinated by Abloh's ability to turn something so mundane, black-and-yellow measuring tape, into an object of desire."The brand was everywhere, everyone had to have that belt," she said.She had also admired his reimagining of the Vuitton Keepall duffle bag, which featured a bright orange chain, as an example of that aesthetic. To Abloh, the chain was meant to conjure up construction and the idea that consumers have become chained to designer labels, but Asa saw it as an example of his penchant for taking things, in this case an iconic bag dating back to the 1930s, and "breaking them down to transform them into something new."Abloh's willingness to challenge the fashion establishment ran through many of the tributes that came after his death.Edward Enninful, who became the first Black editor of British Vogue only a year before Abloh started at Vuitton, praised the designer for his<a href="https://uk.news.yahoo.com/frank-ocean-edward-enninful-lead-115612706.html"> ability</a> to "open the door to art and fashion for future generations, so that they – unlike himself – would grow up in a creative world with people to mirror themselves in."<div type="image" title="A man. wears a white suit with the word &quot;Modernism&quot; written across it." height="3330" width="4623" msid="88212406" hostid="261"></div>A trained architect and civil engineer, Abloh broke into the highest levels of an industry led by stalwarts who either serve in the same roles for decades or get shuffled from house to house and magazine to magazine. In Abloh's<a href="https://us.louisvuitton.com/eng-us/magazine/articles/men-fall-winter-2021-show-paris"> notes</a> for his Fall/Winter 2021 Vuitton Menswear show, which drew inspiration from James Baldwin's 1953 essay "Stranger in the Village," Abloh said he wanted the collection to challenge "the unconscious biases instilled in our collective psyche by the archaic norms of society."<h2>'Realizing you can make it'</h2>Iman Amy Nassiri, a stylist, model, and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/amynassiri/?hl=en"> fashion blogger</a> in Dubai, said she admired Abloh's impulse to highlight consumers and street cultures that are often underrepresented in mainstream Western fashion. "Seeing Virgil gave everyone a sense of hope and bravery. It makes you realize that you can make it," in fashion, she said. As an influencer with more than 88,000 followers, Nassiri hopes to challenge the "limited" view of Arab style and fashion to the outside world. Abloh's ability to call on the hallmarks of construction and the years his father spent as the manager of a paint company for the trademarks of the Off-White brand also inspired Nassiri. She saw it as a sign of his willingness to express his individuality using signifiers of his own lived experience in such a demanding and critical industry.<div type="image" title="Creative Director Virgil Abloh acknowledges the audience during the Off-White Menswear Spring/Summer 2019 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on June 20, 2018 in Paris, France." height="1997" width="3000" msid="88212407" hostid="261"></div>Whereas Abloh's work further cemented urban streetwear's place in high-end fashion, Nassiri aims to show the world Dubai fashion, which she affectionately calls "Hollywood, Arab-style."And though she is younger than him, Nassiri's desire to telegraph her own personal style to her followers is not far off from what Abloh was doing when he blogged for The Brilliance, an xxx, from 2006 to 2009. In those posts, he detailed his excitement over a <a href="http://www.thebrilliance.com/posts/just-bought-raf-simons-x-eastpak-backpack">collaboration</a> between Raf Simons and Eastpak or what he learned during a <a href="http://www.thebrilliance.com/posts/200-for-real-fake-gucci">trip</a> through a Gucci store.For Nassiri, a city like Dubai, with its glass and metal skyscrapers designed by the likes of the late Zaha Hadid and mosques created in the Fatimid Islamic style, offers young people the chance to show the diversity of the Arab world. In doing so, Nassiri says she and other Arab youth hope to "challenge people's opinions on the Arab people. How we live. How we think and how open-minded and fashionable we are as a people."In many ways, this is what Abloh, who partnered with everyone from Kanye West to Kid Cudi to Serena Williams, did to push streetwear, Hip Hop and Pop culture further into the fashion industry's ivory towers."It is up to us to support each other, to empower each other and to inspire each other," Nassiri said.

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<ul><li><keyword id="6354742" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="Flipkart">Flipkart</keyword> has bought the stake in <keyword id="5964772" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="Arvind-Fashions">Arvind Fashions</keyword>’ recently formed subsidiary Arvind Youth Brands which owns the Flying Machine brand. </li><li>Arvind Fashions’ board has also approved a rights issue to the tune of ₹400 crore. </li><li>The company has posted a loss of ₹10 lakhs, a huge drop from its last year’s profits of ₹20 crore in the same quarter. </li></ul>Indian e-commerce giant Flipkart has bought a minority stake in Arvind Fashions for ₹260 crore. Flipkart has bought the stake in Arvind Fashions’ recently formed subsidiary Arvind Youth Brands which owns the Flying Machine brand. "Flying Machine is a brand that is known in households across India, popular with the youth and synonymous with value and style. Through this investment, we look forward to partnering with the team at Arvind Youth Brands to continue to grow the market for its portfolio of products and enhance the strong brand equity that has been built over the last few decades,” said Kalyan Krishnamurthy, Chief Executive Officer, Flipkart Group. Arvind Fashions also announced its fourth quarter results for the last financial year, where it posted a loss of ₹10 lakhs, a huge drop from its last year’s profits of ₹20 crore in the same quarter. However, the share price of the company jumped by 5% to ₹178.10 , as the Flipkart investment too came in. The company’s board has also approved a rights issue to the tune of ₹400 crore. “While COVID has been an unprecedented event which has significantly impacted the entire retail industry, as a leading casual wear company with a portfolio of brands with leading market positions and key capabilities in digital and omni-channel, we expect to gain market-share as business gets back to normal,” said J Suresh, MD &amp; CEO, of Arvind Fashions. Arvind Fashions has 1,290 stores across India as well as a 10,000 multi-brand outlet presence. Currently, 75% of its stores are operational as the economy is gradually opening post lockdown. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/startups/news/unicorns-like-byjus-first-cry-and-zomato-got-a-big-chunk-of-startup-funding-in-2020/articleshow/76868237.cms">Unicorns⁠ like Byju’s, First Cry, and Zomato bagged one in every three dollars invested in startups this year</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/startups/news/instamojo-ceo-explains-how-the-startup-turned-cash-flow-positive-during-the-lockdown/articleshow/76865741.cms">Instamojo CEO explains how the startup turned cash flow positive during the lockdown</a>

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