Anees Kagzi

UAE Golden Visa for ₹23 Lakhs? Here’s what you really need to know. Lately, I’ve seen a lot of videos and posts saying: “You can get UAE PR by paying just ₹23 lakhs!” My Friends, family, even clients have messaged me asking— “Is this real? Should I apply?” Let’s make this super simple. Yes, the UAE Golden Visa is a real visa. You can get 10 years of residency in Dubai or other Emirates. And yes, you can apply without buying property by paying around AED 100,000 (~₹23L) to some agencies that help with the process. BUT—here’s the truth: - It’s not a Permanent Residency (PR) like you get in Canada or Australia. - It does not give you citizenship or benefits like free healthcare or job security. - It’s just a long-term visa that lets you live and work in the UAE. And here’s something nobody tells you: A normal UAE work or residence visa costs around AED 8,000–10,000 and lasts for 2 years. So, do you really need to spend ₹23 lakhs upfront? This offer is not fake, but the way it’s shown online can be misleading. Some people are calling it “PR” just to grab attention and sell services. Before you spend your hard-earned money: - Ask what YOU actually need - Don’t trust fancy words like “PR” without checking the facts - Talk to someone who will tell you the truth, not just sell you dreams Always Remember: Not every shiny offer is a golden opportunity. Know the facts. Choose wisely. Follow Let's Emigrate If you want honest advice about UAE, Canada, Australia, or Germany—DM me. I’ll help you decide what’s right for you, not for someone else’s marketing. #UAEGoldenVisa #ClearTheConfusion #NotPR #VisaFacts #HonestAdvice #LetsEmigrate #RandeepExplains #ImmigrationTruths

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Titan just made a chess move that most people missed! While everyone's talking about Trump's 50% tariffs on Indian goods, Titan quietly said: "Fine, we'll just move our manufacturing to Dubai." Here's the genius part: ➡️ Indian goods to US: 50% tariff ➡️ UAE goods to US: 10% tariff Titan saves 40% on costs just by shifting production. ✅ But here's what's really interesting: Most people think Americans don't buy gold jewelry. They're right! ✅ But Titan isn't targeting "Americans." They're targeting Indian Americans who DO buy gold for weddings, festivals, and family milestones. And it's working: ➖ International business jumped 48% in Q1 to ₹554 crores  ➖ 24 stores globally (and counting)  ➖ First-ever operating profit internationally The real masterclass? Titan just bought 67% of Damas Jewellery in Dubai. Now they have: ➡️ Manufacturing base in UAE (lower tariffs) ➡️ Distribution network in Middle East ➡️ Direct access to the US market But here's the risk nobody's talking about: 🔴 H1-B visa restrictions mean fewer Indians moving to the US. 🔴 Titan's growth depends on new Indian immigrants. 🔴 If that pipeline slows down, their entire US strategy could crumble. Smart money says they're racing against time to build brand recognition before the customer flow stops. The lesson? When governments play tariff games, smart companies don't complain. They adapt. They move. They win. ✅

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Bharat’s best ever Q1 for smartphone exports: a record $7.72 bn – up 58% from $4.9 bn in Q1 FY25. Electronics exports reached a record $12.4 bn in Q1 - up 48% from $8.4 bn in Q1 FY25.

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THESE 2 IIT FRIENDS CREATING FOR THE NEW “ JOCKEY “ FOR INDIA For decades, men’s innerwear in India barely changed At one point the #brand all consumed was VIP and then it moved to Jockey International, Inc. and yet there’s been a ton of various local players be it Rupa, Dollar and more The category in India has been boring : the same fabrics, the same fits, the same #advertising too with hyper-masculine models. While global markets experimented with innovation, Indian men were left with limited choices That frustration sparked an idea for Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi graduates Anurag Saboo and Gaurav Pushkar After working together at Snapdeal and Nykaa they saw how consumer brands are built and noticed something about their own lives “The garment that I was using for the last 15 years was the same, maybe some color changes here and there, but essentially the same,” recalls Gaurav It was in 2018, they launched DaMENSCH with the vision of making essential innerwear smarter, more comfortable, and more meaningful “ DaMensch “ essentially means ‘the man.’ They’re creating products for today’s men, not about being macho, but smart, intelligent, and ambitious That philosophy shaped both product design and brand storytelling. Instead of repackaging the same white vest, DaMensch introduced vests in 5 skin tones to stay invisible under shirts “We realized the solution wasn’t white. Your vest color should match your skin tone,” says Anurag. That single insight turned into their highest-rated product on Amazon alone Equally important was breaking away from stereotype #marketing using Bollywood actors With campaigns like #TheNewMachismo and #TrueShades, DaMensch reframed masculinity around empathy and authenticity rather than aggression and invested on #socialmedia By avoiding heavy discounting and focusing on customer retention, the company has stayed contribution margin positive from day one The results show : Revenue has grown from ₹21 crore in FY21 to over ₹91 crore in FY24. Loungewear now contributes a significant share, and within just a year, DaMensch opened 25 exclusive offline stores across India Investors like Matrix Partners India and A91 Partners have backed their vision with over ₹140 crore in funding Looking ahead, the brand is focused on expanding into 10 to 12 new categories, scaling offline presence to over 100 stores, and eventually getting beyond India From a category long ignored to a #brand with purpose, DaMensch shows how innovation, storytelling, and discipline can turn essentials into something aspirational These two friends within 6 years have created a refresh in the category and have a pulse on today’s consumer and created a new brand. Way to go Anurag and Gaurav 🎉 #sundaystories

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India’s No. 1 detergent brand didn’t come from a big MNC. It started on bicycles in Kanpur. In 1987, two brothers, Murli and Vimal, wanted to make a detergent that was affordable, good in quality, and trustworthy. So, they went door-to-door, sometimes on foot, sometimes on bicycles, selling small packets of Ghari detergent. The market was tough. Nirma was already popular. Surf was the premium choice from HUL. But most Indian families couldn’t afford it. So, they came up with a simple tagline: “Pehle Istemaal Karein, Phir Vishwas Karein.” (Try it first, then believe it.) And people trusted it. – By 2002, Ghari ruled UP and expanded to Bihar & MP – By 2011, it overtook Wheel and Nirma to become India’s No. 1 detergent – Today, it holds over 20% market share with ~₹5,000 crore revenues Here’s what worked for Ghari: 1. Hyper-local Advertising: Instead of spending a lot on TV ads, they used billboards, posters, and hoardings in village fairs, local markets, bus stands, and trains so everyone could see it. 2. Smart positioning: Nirma was seen as “cheap.” Surf was “premium.” Ghari became the sweet spot → quality at an affordable price for middle-class families. 3. Local first, National later: They didn’t try to sell everywhere at once. First, they made sure people in UP liked their product. Then they expanded to nearby states, and later, the whole country. 4. Marketing with purpose: Ghari didn’t just sell detergent. They joined campaigns like #SaareMaelDhoDaalo and Swachh Bharat to show they care about cleaning the country, not just clothes. 5. Modernization without losing roots: Ghari kept its original promise of being affordable and trustworthy same even when big stars like Amitabh Bachchan started supporting it. In a world full of big global brands, Ghari proves: You can win big with patience, focus, and trust. Big results don’t come from big ads. They come from small steps, done again and again. That’s why Ghari is India’s No. 1 detergent today.

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