Aditya Pran Mahanta

News and Trends

Trump's 90-Day Tariff Pause a Lifeline or a Test For Indian MSMEs?

Whether Indian MSMEs use the 90-day tariff pause to rethink, realign, and reinforce their global footprint will determine if they merely survive the next wave of trade disruption or emerge stronger from it.

News and Trends

Fintech Must Lead the Charge Toward a $30 Trillion India: Amitabh Kant

At the heart of a buzzing Startup Mahakumbh, Amitabh Kant, G20 Sherpa and former CEO of NITI Aayog, laid out a bold vision for India's economic future.

News and Trends

How Trump's Tariffs Will Hit Indian Industries

While pharmaceutical and energy products have been spared, industries like automobiles, metals, and manufacturing face significant challenges

News and Trends

How AI and Automation is Reshaping India's Manufacturing Landscape

The adoption of AI and automation is redefining how companies in the manufacturing sector innovate and improve customer experiences. However, while these advancements promise increased productivity and cost savings, they also bring inherent challenges along with them

Entrepreneurs

The Change Maker: Safeena Husain, Founder, Educate Girls

Her NGO pioneered the world's first Development Impact Bond (DIB) in education, surpassing targets with 160 per cent of its learning outcome goal and 116 per cent of its enrollment goal.

Women Entrepreneur®

Madam Barista: Namrata Asthana, Co-Founder, Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters

Founded in 2012, Blue Tokai was born out of a simple but powerful vision—to make high-quality, specialty coffee accessible to Indian consumers.

Women Entrepreneur®

Viral Sensation: Saloni Gaur, Content Creator

From mimicking everyday quirks to tackling social issues with humor, Saloni Gaur has emerged as a trailblazer in online content creation

News and Trends

How Digital Transformation Unlocks Value For Organization and People

Unlearning and relearning are essential. In the past, work was about executing tasks. Now it's about automation, and the next phase is innovation

News and Trends

Building the Identity Architecture for India with DigiYatra

From cutting airport wait times to safeguarding user privacy and expanding into new identity-linked services, DigiYatra represents a shift in how India manages personal data and convenience.

News and Trends

Disrupting Mobility with Drive X

From mastering the high-speed intensity of Formula One to navigating the complexities of the mobility business, Karthikeyan's journey reflects a rare blend of speed, precision, and strategic foresight. DriveX stands at the crossroads of technology and mobility, poised to redefine India's pre-owned two-wheeler market — with Karthikeyan firmly at the wheel.

Growth Strategies

Cross-Border Collaborations: How Indian Tech Companies Are Expanding Their Global Footprint

India is no longer just a back office for global tech. Its deep tech capabilities, skilled workforce, and strategic partnerships are positioning it as a major player in the global technology arena.

Technology

Not Another Dot Com Burst: How Are VCs Investing in AI?

The discussion unpacked the current state of AI investing, the risks of overvaluation, and what it will take for AI startups to succeed in a rapidly evolving market.

Entrepreneurs

The Data Revolutionist: Himanshu Pandey, Founder and CEO, Segumento

In the ever-evolving world of startups, Himanshu Pandey is a name worth remembering. Their story is not just about innovation; it's about impact, one data point at a time. As Segumento continues to grow, Pandey remains focused on his mission: to empower businesses through data-driven solutions.

Entrepreneurs

The Cosmonaut: Manu J. Nair, Co-Founder & CEO, Ethereal Exploration Guild

Manu J. Nair, Co-Founder & CEO, Ethereal Exploration Guild, alongside co-founders Prashant and Shubhayu, is on a mission to make space more accessible. Their flagship project? The Razor Crest Mk-1, the world's first fully reusable medium-lift rocket. With groundbreaking technology and an ambitious vision, they're setting out to democratize space for emerging nations and the global economy alike.

Entrepreneurs

Harvesting Hope: Arjun Ahluwalia, Co-Founder and CEO, Jai Kisan

Picture this, in bustling metro cities, securing a loan for a gadget is as simple as a few swipes on an app. But just a few hundred kilometers away, farmers struggle to get credit for essentials like seeds and fertilizers. For Arjun Ahluwalia, this stark disparity was the spark that ignited the creation of Jai Kisan.