Stanford & NVIDIA-Backed AI Startup Brings Silicon Valley to India’s Doorstep; Launches Nationwide Hunt for AI Talent

Stanford & NVIDIA-Backed AI Startup Brings Silicon Valley to India’s Doorstep; Launches Nationwide Hunt for AI Talent

Silicon Valley (California) [US] / New Delhi [India], January 19: Kridha Inc., the Stanford University’s award winning startup and backed by Nvidia’s startup arm is building the world’s first “Universal AI Fashion Agent,” today announced the launch of the Kridha Internship Challenge. In a move to democratize access to global opportunities, the Silicon Valley-based startup is opening its doors to students and recent graduates from every recognized institution in India, moving beyond the traditional recruitment focus on only elite colleges.

As India accelerates its journey toward becoming a global AI powerhouse under the government’s ‘IndiaAI Mission,’ Kridha is bridging the gap between Indian talent and Silicon Valley innovation. The program offers nine highly competitive, paid remote internships across AI/Tech, Marketing, and Product tracks, with a total prize pool of ₹1,27,500.

Not A “ChatGPT Wrapper” Unlike the recent wave of generic AI wrappers, Kridha is built on proprietary computer vision algorithms developed by engineers from Stanford and IIT Kanpur. The technology acts as a universal shopping agent, predicting exactly how clothes will fit a user’s unique body type across any website–solving the $1.6 trillion fashion industry’s massive returns problem while boosting conversion rates.

“We are building the intelligence layer for global commerce, not just another chat bot,” said Priyanka Ladha, Founder and CEO. “India has the raw talent to build deep tech for the world. We are looking for builders who want to solve hard engineering problems, not just integrate APIs.”

From Textile Roots to Stanford AI: A Daughter of India Returns The initiative is led by Priyanka Ladha. A graduate of the Stanford Graduate School of Business and currently a student at Stanford Engineering (CS-AI), Ladha’s roots are deeply embedded in India’s textile heritage. Coming from a family with five decades in the Indian textile industry, this 3x Founder has empowered over 100,000 artisans across the country through her previous ventures.

Now, she is bringing the next generation of commerce technology back to her roots.

“We often see Silicon Valley opportunities gated behind prestigious pedigree,” Ladha added. “With this challenge, we are proving that world-class talent exists in every corner of India–from Tier 1 cities to Tier 3 towns.”

The Opportunity for Indian Students The startup has already garnered significant global attention, winning four Stanford Innovation Awards and backed by NVIDIA’s Inception Program, securing $600,000 necessary to train massive AI models.

Selected interns will not be doing coffee runs; they will be writing code, analyzing user behavior, and creating viral content for a product used globally. They will work remotely for three months under the mentorship of a team that includes engineers from Stanford and IIT Kanpur, as well as fashion veterans from the US, UK, and France.

Program Highlights:

  • Roles: AI Tech Intern, Marketing Genie, Product Whizkid.
  • Perks: Paid stipend, ₹1.27 Lakh Prize Pool, Certificate of Excellence.
  • Eligibility: Open to all Indian college students and recent graduates.
  • Deadline: February 10, 2026.

Applications are now open at: www.kridha.ai/interns

About Kridha Inc. Kridha is building the intelligence layer for global fashion commerce. Backed by the Stanford ecosystem and NVIDIA Inception, Kridha’s Universal AI Agent enables shoppers to buy with confidence on over 120+ retailer sites. The company bridges the gap between deep-tech computer vision and consumer utility.

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Email: hello@kridha.io Website: www.kridha.ai

Uzbekistan MBBS Admissions 2025 – Government Medical Universities Face Seat Crisis, Delays in Tashkent Raise Concerns

Uzbekistan MBBS Admissions 2025 – Government Medical Universities Face Seat Crisis, Delays in Tashkent Raise Concerns

New Delhi [India], August 19: Uzbekistan remains a leading choice for Indian students pursuing MBBS abroad. Affordable tuition, quality teaching, and clinical exposure have drawn many to government medical institutions, including:

– Tashkent Medical Academy (Main Campus)

– Tashkent Medical Academy – Urgench Branch

– Tashkent Pediatric Medical Institute

– Tashkent State Dental Institute

– Samarkand State Medical University

– Bukhara State Medical Institute

– Andijan State Medical Institute

– Fergana State Medical Institute (Fergana Medical Institute of Public Health)

– Namangan State Medical Institute

– Karakalpak State Medical Institute

– Urgench State Medical Institute

The Current Crisis

In recent years, student intake in government medical universities has far exceeded the official seat allocation by the Ministry of Health (MOH) of Uzbekistan. To fix this, the MOH is merging multiple institutions into Tashkent State Medical University, including the Tashkent Pediatric and Dental Institutes.

This restructuring caused delays in the September 2025 intake due to:

– Record consolidation and student transfers.

– Fee settlements between institutions.

– Aligning academic calendars and hospital affiliations.

New Update – Admissions Begin August 25th

After months of uncertainty, Tashkent State Medical University has announced that admissions will start from August 25, 2025.

– Selection will be based on interviews conducted by the university.

– Students who do not qualify in the interview process will need to explore other options quickly to avoid losing the academic year.

Students have very Limited Options except TSMU in the capital city (Tashkent), Uzbekistan. The centralized distribution of government universities in Uzbekistan necessitates that many students travel extensive distances–often spanning thousands of kilometres–to pursue MBBS, highlighting a significant disparity in regional educational infrastructure.”

Private Universities – An Immediate Alternative

For those who are not selected, top private medical universities in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, remain a strong choice. These offer:

– Lower tuition fees compared to many countries.

– High academic standards with modern infrastructure.

– The ability to start classes without delay.

If You Doubt Private Universities Are Safe

Government universities are not without risk. Recently, due to lack of infrastructure, the Tashkent Medical Academy – Chirchiq Branch was detained (closed), and the Indian Embassy issued a warning on July 22, 2025 advising Indian students not to take admission there.

This shows that a well-recognised private university with its own teaching hospital, world-class infrastructure, Hostel with Modern Facilities, and following all the guidelines approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC) & WHO, can be a smart and safe choice–especially when time is critical.

Key Advice for Students & Parents

1. If aiming for Tashkent Medical University, prepare for the August 25th interview and have a backup plan in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.

2. If not selected, immediately choose an NMC/WHO-approved private university with its own hospital on the university campus.

3. Apply only through authorised agencies and verify their credentials on the university’s website before payment.

4. Do not wait too long–delays can cost an entire academic year.

Your decision today will determine your medical career tomorrow.