Navin Bhatia, Author at OfficeChai

Hyderabad-Based Startup MapMyGenome Unlocks Your Genetic Makeup

December 14, 2015December 17, 2015 Navin Bhatia

If it is in your genes, you can now know it. A start-up, Mapmygenome, will unlock the secrets of your genetic make-up for you. Bikaner-born Anu (Anuradha) Acharya, 43 is the founder of this 3-year old start-up, based in Hyderabad, India.

Mapmygenome engages in developing genomics solutions for predictive diagnosis and prognosis, using DNA testing. A simple non-invasive saliva-based test is used to decipher your DNA. It is then used to predict genetic risk for various diseases and inherited conditions.

Office Gossip May Also Serve A Purpose

December 12, 2015December 20, 2015 Navin Bhatia

As a first reaction, office gossip may be looked down upon by the management. However, there is a view that it may not be altogether bad for the organisation. Various researches have pointed out that office gossip forges connections, builds trust, helps learning unwritten social norms and offers a way of comparing ourselves with others.

Paytm Acquires One Year Old Hyperlocal Startup Near.in

December 7, 2015December 17, 2015 Navin Bhatia

Indian e-commerce platform Paytm has acquired one-year old startup Near.in for about $ 2 million, reports TOI. Two of the three Near.in founders Lomesh Dutta and Sunil Goyal will join Paytm as vice-presidents.

Hiring To Pick Up In 2016; Retail, E-commerce, Transport To Dominate

November 28, 2015 Navin Bhatia

Indian employers forecast an increase of 14.5% in hiring outlook next year, according to the India Skills Report 2016. Among sectors, retail, e-commerce, transport and logistics, telecom, pharma and healthcare are expected to lead the numbers with over 25% increase in hiring followed by banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI) at 15-25%. The positive hiring sentiment in the economy reflects a strong optimism for growth in the coming year.

How Would You Like A Four-Day Workweek?

November 23, 2015December 20, 2015 Navin Bhatia

A five-day week is now common among the organized working class in offices. However, with greater focus on a work-life balance, voices for a four-day workweek are increasingly been heard.

Getting Your Annual Bonus? Here’s Where To Invest

November 17, 2015November 17, 2015 Navin Bhatia

The year is about to come to a close, and that means you’re probably going to be getting your annual bonus. If you get a big lump sum at one go, don’t be tempted to blow it all up in consumption needs. Keep a part for investment, the size depending upon your spending profile.

Here are a few tips for investing for the Indian office-goer.

India Tops In Getting Facebook Content Blocked: Report

November 13, 2015 Navin Bhatia

Data from a Facebook report for the first half of 2015 reveals that India topped in requests for blocking content on the social networking site. Facebook, in its Global Government Requests Report has said that India and Turkey were responsible for most of the content taken down for violating local laws.

Alibaba Creates Record Online Sales On Singles’ Day: Over US $14 Billion Spent

November 12, 2015 Navin Bhatia

-commerce giant Alibaba has said that Chinese and international consumers spent more than 91.2 billion yuan (US $14 billion) on November 11, 2015 in the world’s biggest online shopping day.

First Ever Indian Gold Coin Is On Sale This Festive Season

November 9, 2015November 9, 2015 Navin Bhatia

For the first time, a gold coin minted in India is available for sale this festive season. The Indian Gold Coin, launched by Prime Minister last week, bears the national emblem – the Ashok Chakra – on one side and Mahatma Gandhi’s image on the other side.