Virender Sehwag shares his mobile number on Twitter, users suspect hack; Turns out it was not hack
New Delhi: Cricket fans on micro-blogging site Twitter were in for a surprise on Tuesday afternoon when former India cricketer Virender Sehwag took to his official Twitter handle and shared a mobile number claiming people can call him on it.
Sehwag in his tweet claimed that he dropped his phone in the shower and is getting it fixed. He added that people can meanwhile call him on a new number. This was followed by a 10-digit mobile number.
Netizens were quick to take note of the tweet and believed that the former Indian opener’s account was hacked and asked fellow users to not call on the number given in the tweet fearing it could possibly lead to data breach or online fraud.
Some of the users also tried to decode the number shared by Sehwag adding he could be notoriously be playing a prank with his fans. They also came up with several theories and statistics to substantiate their claims.
But it turned out that the tweet was actually a part of a marketing campaign of Virender Sehwag’s brand. Sehwag is all set to launch his activewear and sportswear brand, ‘VS’.
Upon calling the number, an automated recording of Virender Sehwag is played, saying “You did not think twice before giving me a call, why think twice to uncompromised? Find my brand online and make no compromise, neither of quality nor on price.”
He then shares a name of the website where his brand will be available.
Dropped my phone in the shower, getting it fixed, call me on 9112083319
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) August 3, 2021
112 - Score in 1-wicket win while scoring most of the runs against at Auckland, 2004
— Kausthub Gudipati (@kaustats) August 3, 2021
083 - Score in famous chase at Chennai
319 - Highest Test score
Anyone don't call...
— Abhishek Tiwari (@AbhishekT0) August 3, 2021
I think Account has hacked. If you call then hacked will get your data...
I am not sure about this but I am saying this just only for security purpose.
May be @virendersehwag sir is doing some prank with us.???
Is your Twitter hacked sir?
— ShivKaal (@ShivkaalHu) August 3, 2021
Others: Trying dial this no.
— Bʜᴀɢᴄʜᴀɴᴅ (@Bhagchand_Ak) August 3, 2021
Me: pic.twitter.com/gqgUcYesbh
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India ranks 2nd in 'future of work' skills globally: QS survey
New Delhi: India has emerged as a global leader in workforce preparedness, ranking 27th overall in the QS World Future Skills Index and securing the second position in the "Future of Work" category, behind only the United States. The report, based on an extensive evaluation of 190 countries, highlights India's advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), digital skills, and green technologies.
India's achievements are attributed to nearly a decade of efforts under its skilling mission. The country ranked 37th in "Skills Fit," 26th in "Academic Readiness," and 40th in "Economic Transformation." With a 59% active AI deployment rate, India leads globally in adopting cutting-edge technologies, aligning with its 99.1 score in the Future of Work indicator.
The World Economic Forum projects a 60% increase in AI-related skills and a 35% rise in digital skills by 2030, along with the creation of 24 million green jobs. The QS report emphasises India's potential to remain at the forefront of economic transformation by aligning its educational curricula with industry needs.
Despite global challenges such as declining venture capital (VC) funding, India remains the second-largest destination for VC investments in the Asia-Pacific region. However, the report calls for further improvements in higher education, industry-academia collaboration, and the integration of green skills to sustain long-term growth.
Matteo Quacquarelli, Vice President of Strategy and Analytics at QS, stated, "India's exceptional GDP growth, developing economy, and youthful population position it uniquely on the global stage. However, comprehensive higher education reforms are crucial to equipping the workforce with future-ready skills."
The report also notes that sectors like renewable energy and healthcare are driving growth, with an emphasis on sustainability and emerging technologies. Between 2025 and 2030, India's economy is expected to grow at an average rate of 6.5% annually, further strengthening its global competitiveness.
Experts recommend increasing the supply of tertiary education, adopting modular higher education, fostering entrepreneurship, and investing in research and development to ensure India continues to lead in the global job market.
