The Growing Aroma Of Indian Spices: From Home Ground To Packaged Spices

According to the industry insiders and observers, it is expected that the Indian spices market size will reach Rs 298,909 crore by 2028, exhibiting a CAGR of 10.9 per cent during 2022-2028

CUSTOMISED PLAYBOOK

As Amazon marks the decadal milestone of India ops, the ecommerce giant is refining its A-game to face newer challenges in this significant global growth market

ETAIL'S MEGA MOMENT

The upcoming festive season could prove to be a landmark for India's booming ecommerce sector, with the gross merchandise value (GMV) expected to go beyond Rs 5 lakh crore. What is fuelling this optimism?

'NEW SPECTRUM BANDS WILL ENHANCE 5G CONSUMER EXPERIENCE

On the first anniversary of 5G’s rollout in India, NITIN BANSAL, MD, India & Head-Networks, Southeast Asia, Oceania and India, Ericsson, in a chat with ASHISH SINHA of BW Businessworld, talks about the 5G services and their growing usage in the coming years. Excerpt

A Force To Reckon With

A stellar stock market debut, robust financial performance, growth expectations and new drug launches-there is a lot going on for Mankind Pharma

TECH INVENTION OF THE DECADE!

Generative Al is no passing fad and is certainly not among the technological innovations that have fired public imagination, only to be superseded by others. It is poised to profoundly impact various sectors, like banking, high tech industries and life sciences. An In Depth report

Urban Density, FSI, and the Quest for Sustainable Indian Cities

URBAN DENSITY, the concentration of people within a specific urban area, is becoming a palpable concern, especially in countries like India where rapid urbanisation and population growth are intertwined

Benefits to the Infrastructure Sector from Inclusion in Bond Index

INFRASTRUCTURE development is a prerequisite for realising our vision of reaching the milestone of US $5 trillion GDP by 2025 due to the multiplier effect it would have across sectors such as steel, cement, auto, real estate among others

THE ENDURING ALLURE OF CINEMAS

AJAY BIJLI, Chairman and MD, PVR Cinemas, in an exclusive chat with BW Businessworld, talks about the revival of cinemagoing in India, strategies driving PVR's success in an era of digital streaming dominance, innovative enhancements to the movie-watching experience, the dynamics of urban and rural audiences, industry challenges, and the exciting expansion plans for PVR both at home and abroad. Excerpts

REVOLUTIONISING WEDDINGS

Step into the world of weddings with us as we sit down with CHETAN VOHRA, Managing Director, Line Communications & Weddingline, a trailblazer in the wedding industry. In this exclusive interview, we uncover the secrets, trends, and passion behind crafting dream weddings

UNLEASHING INDIA'S MICE POTENTIAL

The coming up of convention centres at Pragati Maidan and YashoBhoomi in the capital signals India's intent to be taken seriously in conferences and exhibitions segment

YOLO FEVER

The positive is that people get to live their best life. The negative is that people take decisions that might not be in their best interest in the long run. It is definitely beneficial for the economy in the short run. In fact, some sectors have seen an uptick in revenue on the back of the YOLO effect

"IT'S TIME INDUSTRY FOCUSED MORE ON R&D"

Forbes Marshall Co-chairperson & CII’s former president Naushad Forbes authored The Struggle and the Promise: Restoring India’s Potential during the Covid-19 pandemic.

The Importance of Arts

ORGANIC IS NOW in fashion. “Nothing synthetic” is a salesdriver for foods, as is “natural”.

ESG Will Improve, With Cynicism, Critics & Critique

THE CONCEPT OF Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) has sparked a whirlwind of discussions and debates. Critics have emerged, and their voices have grown louder. So what next? It (ESG) is not only valid but desperately needed in our evolving financial landscape. Why?

THE GIG ECONOMY & ITS VULNERABLE WORKFORCE

IN RECENT YEARS, the contours of the global workforce have been reshaped by the emergence of the gig economy – a disruptive force that has redefined conventional notions of employment and granted unparalleled freedom to individuals.

THE GLORIOUS EXIT

In 2007 MITHUN SACHETI convinced his parents that he wanted to move on from the family business, Jaipur Gems. CaratLane, the startup he co-founded in the jewelry space with a capital of Rs 74 Lakh the following year, fetched Mithun Sacheti a staggering Rs 4,621 crore when he sold his remaining stake to Titan Company this year. BW Businessworld tracks the story of this magnificent clean, cash exit

INDIA'S G20 CONSENSUS

Middle East-South Asia-Europe Corridor seeks to counter China's global might. From Ukraine war to biofuels, India forges a consensus, surprises many By Team BW

"INTRCITY IS CHANGING TRAVEL EXPERIENCES FOR BUDGET TRAVELLERS IN INDIA"

IntrCity, India’s premier intercity mobility platform, offers convenient and affordable travel solutions via two distinct brands, RailYatri and IntrCity SmartBus. In an exclusive conversation with BW Businessworld, MANISH RATHI, Co-founder and CEO, IntrCity SmartBus talks about IntrCity’s journey and much more

SHADES OF SUCCESS

In a bull-run for the past two years, the Indian paint industry, currently valued at Rs 70,0000 crore, is projected to expand its market size to Rs 1 lakh crore over the next 4-5 years. What is driving this growth?

Towards Stronger Multilateral Development Banks

INCLUSIVE, SUSTAINABLE and resilient growth’ has emerged as an important theme in recent times.

Whythe World Needs More Second Chances

IT IS EARLY 1980. One of the authors had been rejected for admission to a renowned school in Kolkata. On enquiring with the principal, he mentioned that the overall marks in Hindi could have been higher based on the selection tests, and he feared that the author may not pass the board exams.

Civility in the 21st Century a Life Skill?

IN A WORLD THAT cherishes individual freedoms and the right to express oneself, it is essential to recognise that freedom of expression should not come at the cost of civility.

GROWTH-LED SELF-RELIANCE, BUT INCLUSION STILL A CHALLENGE

IN THE VAST TAPESTRY of nations, India’s journey toward self-reliance stands out, marked by its vibrant diversity and intricate complexity.

'India's Gas Demand Will Grow By 500% In Near Future'

ASHU SHINGHAL, Managing Director, Mahanagar Gas shares with Ashish Sinha the city gas distribution major's preparedness for meeting the demand for natural gas in future, which is expected to grow exponentially. Excerpts:

PE RE-RATING ON THE CARDS FOR PSU STOCKS?

Since March 2020 the Nifty has risen by around 160 per cent, while the BSE PSU index is up nearly 190 per cent from the low levels seen at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic

A SOFT TARGET?

Investigators probing stock market-related matters warn of another Hindenburg-like attack on Adani Group by an entity linked to notorious shortseller George Soros

Job-rich Green Development

REBUILDING our economies means rethinking about the future. The onR going emergencies like climate change and decelerating progress to achieve the sustainable development goals are accelerating the need to shift towards greener economies.

Human Eccentricities

OVER THE CENTURIES, humans have cracked many of nature's secrets, and scientists have discovered ever more laws that explain the working of the world around us.