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Forbes India Magazine - September 19, 2025

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In this issue

This edition takes a deep dive into the gig economy and focuses on its growing workforce. We profile Urban Company which is now getting into a territory where the stakes are high—it is blending its service ethos with products.
Apart from this, we highlight the challenges and problems faced by gig workers, and the price they pay. We also analyse the ultra-fast services boom in the country.
Among other things, we look at the layoffs in the IT sector and why possessing skills is becoming more important for employees.

A Shot in The Arm

GST rate rejig could lower inflation and boost GDP despite fiscal deficit concerns

1 mins

'It was Rigorous... but an Absolutely Rewarding Exercise'

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, in an interview with Network18 Group's Editor-in-Chief Rahul Joshi, spoke on a range of issues. Here are edited excerpts about the recent changes to the Goods & Services Tax (GST)

9 mins

Boost or Burden?

GST reforms need to be followed up with steps to ensure job creation and sustained wage growth. Else the gains may be short-lived

4 mins

Shifting Gears

After a weak FY26 for the automobile sector, the new GST regime may boost buying sentiment, say analysts

4 mins

Tariffs On Steroids

Leverage is a precious commodity in trade negotiations and Trump's may be losing value

3 mins

Beyond the IPO

By aiming to unlock shareholder value, Reliance Jio's public listing will focus more on monetisation rather than just building subscriber base

4 mins

Down, But Not Out

Despite its fifth mid-season title sponsor exit, Indian cricket's reach and visibility will allow the BCCI to command a higher premium for its next deal

3 mins

The Freedom of Speech Dilemma

The Supreme Court's ruling asking comedians on India's Got Latent to apologise opens up a debate on commercial speech and its restrictions

3 mins

The Content-to-Commerce Boom

Content-driven shopping is reshaping India's ecommerce scene, as Gen-Z and millennials turn Bollywood buzz and viral series into instant buying cues

3 mins

At Your Service, With Products

Urban Company's DNA is changing from 'service' to 'consumer'. What are the implications as it readies for life as a listed firm?

10+ mins

Gig-Saw Puzzle

Gig work will likely be a pillar of India's economy, with platforms ensuring financial inclusion and flexible work for millions. But fragmented regulatory frameworks, instability and volatility remain key concerns

6 mins

Help At Hand

Urban India's demand for ultra-fast home services is formalising domestic help through tech platforms like Snabbit, Pronto and Urban Company

10+ mins

Skill Bill

TCS's decision to lay off 12,000 mid- and senior-level employees brings skilling into focus. Are seasoned professionals ready to adapt?

6 mins

Tech Trim

Addition of entry-level engineers in formal employment has dropped consecutively for the last two financial years; data shows IT sector is more likely to hire experienced personnel in 2025

1 mins

FULL STEAM AHEAD

Nikhil Sawhney took on multinational giants to transform India's little-known Triveni Turbine into a global player. As competitors turn up the heat, he's spinning faster than ever to triple the business

8 mins

Navigational Hazards

Even with nepotism, protectionism and \"infinite\" liquefied natural gas, Thomas Crowley Jr shows it ain't easy being the third generation to run a US shipping company

6 mins

Balancing Act

Two decades in the Hindi film industry have taught actor Vidya Balan about the impermanence of everything. She has learnt the art of surviving and thriving

10+ mins

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Forbes India Magazine Description:

Publisher: Network18-Media-&-Investments-Limited

Category: Business

Language: English

Frequency: Fortnightly

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