RIDING THE FAST - DATA WAVE

In India, the fervent embrace of 5G services continues its meteoric rise, with a base of 131 million subscribers, marking a transformative shift in the telecommunications landscape, promising boundless innovation By Ashish Sinha

SHOCKVERTISING - CREATIVITY AT THE FARTHEST END OF IMPACT

Gliding through the historical footprints of the brand Benetton, Singh writes about how Oliviero Toscani, the creative brain behind its work, went on to knock everyone's socks off and cement the brand to where it is today

"WE ARE REVOLUTIONISING ELDER CARE MARKET IN INDIA"

In an exclusive interaction, TARUN SHARMA, the Founder and CEO of Yodda Eldercare, discusses his journey in restructuring the elder care industry through Yodda

The Time for a US-India Partnership in Biotech is Now

DEVELOPING new drugs is a challenging endeavour. It is a process that requires years of basic research to characterise new therapeutic molecules and validate them in clinical settings. The unpredictability of biology and physiological variations among individuals makes the successful introduction of a new therapy into the market a daunting task.

We Revere Our Trees and Also Abuse Them

THERE’S NOTHING new about paradoxes in India! But, what I saw this morning in our neighbourhood park prompted me to write a column about this strange ‘simultaneous reverence and abuse of our trees’.

INDIA'S NEXT BILLION CONSUMERS: WHO ARE THEY, WHAT DO THEY WANT?

THE LATEST CONSUMER data paints a captivating picture of India’s evolving market, revealing a story of a nation on the move. It unveils a fascinating story about spending habits, regional preferences, and the rise of a new demographic.

China's Green Shoots

IS THE WORST OVER for the Chinese economy? Some economists think it is. Others disagree. The optimists point to higher than expected GDP growth of 5.3 per cent in the January-March 2024 quarter. Manufacturing activity has meanwhile moved into positive territory with the purchasing managers’ index (PMI) recording 50.8 for March 2024. That’s the first time in seven months that the manufacturing PMI has gone above 50, a reading which separates expansion from contraction.

Of Hot Money, Cold Candidates & More

Anxiety is high within factions of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party about some of its election candidates. Meanwhile, a mega acquisition deal is stonewalled. Read the buzz from markets and the corridors of power

The Astrology Cryptocurrency Of In New Financial Year

Whether you're a seasoned investment enthusiast or just starting out on your financial journey, Vedic astrology can be beneficial, especially in markets as volatile as the crypto sphere

KRISHNA CONSCIOUSNESS

The reader can almost feel that the mortal journey of Krishna has ended, yet Krishna Consciousness has manifested again as Keshav. Krishna-the Seventh Sense reveals the continuity of existence, notwithstanding the limitation of the one who exists. This book is a treasure

Recreating The Maruti Moment In EVs

SAJJAN JINDAL on the joint venture with MG Motor, electric mobility, charging infrastructure and more

Sustainable Models of Support for Women Entrepreneurs in India

Personal one-on-one mentorship is a key intervention that is most required amongst MSMEs and young startup founders today

ELEVATED ROAD TO SUCCESS

Honda Cars India is exporting 'Made in India' cars back to Japan showcasing India as a strong manufacturing hub for Honda sedans and SUVs. What is its game plan?

HOW HINDUJA GROUP'S BID TO ACQUIRE RELIANCE CAPITAL VIOLATES INDIA'S FDI, INSURANCE NORMS

The bid structure has come into question with the insurance regulator pointing out that it not just allows Hinduja Group-backed foreign entities to own 100 per cent in Reliance Capital’s insurance business but also lets them bid on borrowed money in total disregard of Indian laws and norms

Taking Astrology To The Masses

Driven by profound fascination and belief in the cosmic intricacies, Rajeev Bhandari, Founder, AstroSagga is on a mission to offer affordable courses to fuel employment in astrology sector

"My Mission Is To Make Temples Across India Better"

Sharad Kamath, Founder and CEO, 3ioNetra identified the need fora comprehensive software solution to address the complex billing and accounting needs of temples based on his experiences as avolunteer and organiser at religious functions

A Conduit Between Spiritual and Tech Realms

In November 2023, Vama secured a Seed Plus round led by Wavemaker Partners, bringing its total funding to USS 2.8 million

"AI Will Catalyse Hockey Stick Growth Of Astro Sector In India"

The current faithtech landscape in India leans heavily towards entertainment, says Punit Pandey, Founder, AstroSage and believes the key lies in shifting the revenue model from entertainment to trust

The Power Of Numerology

Renowned numerologist C CHAUDHRY strives to take numerology at par with other occult sciences

Radiating Wellbeing

Renowned remedial astrologer R K SHARMA stresses the preservation of the profession’s dignity in the age of rampant commercialisation and expresses concern over the rise in fake gemstones

"We Are Dominating India's Astrology Market With 80-85 per cent Share"

Recording a consistent uptick on the growth graph and riding high on the spiritual tech wave in India, the founders of Astrotalk, PUNEET GUPTA and ANMOL JAIN are excited to capitalise on rising consumer demand with sights set on an IPO launch. Edited excerpts from a conversation with BW Businessworld’s Resham Suhail

Symphony Of Innovation & Consumer-centricity

With a focus on 5G proliferation, premiumisation and AI, Samsung India ensures affordability with rich user experience

Why Are Our Tertiary Care Hospitals Always Crowded?

SHORT ANSWER TO the title question is that our ‘Public Health Care System’ is grossly inadequate and whatever is in place is also not working to its optimum capacity.

Nothing is Better than Something

I RECENTLY CAME ACROSs an interesting titbit about the Apple iPad. Something that illustrates a dilemma we face all the time.

Advancing Urban Water Security in India

IN THE HEART of Bengaluru, once celebrated as the City of Lakes, an unfolding drama of scarcity paints a stark contrast against its historic abundance.

The Ethical Quandary of CSR

CORPORATE SOCIAL responsibility (CSR) is a noble endeavour, where Indian businesses allocate a portion of their profits to philanthropic activities, ostensibly for the greater good.

ChatGPT On Viksit Bharat

HERE’S WHAT I ASKED ChatGPT the other day: “Please give me the best estimate for the GDP of the US, China and India in 2050 at their average annual economic growth rates of, respectively, two per cent, three per cent and eight per cent.”

UNEQUAL NOTES.HARMONISING FISCAL SYMPHONY

THE INDIAN ECONOMY pulsates with diverse regional rhythms, creating a complex symphony of growth.

A HEAVENLY OPPORTUNITY WORTH $100 BILLION

The medley of services from astrology to temple tourism - that have been influenced by technology, have created a market for spiritual services estimated at $58.6 billion in 2023. With revolutionary technological innovations like online darshans, this market offers immense potential for startups and could attract enough capital to grow beyond a market size of $127 billion by 2032

BUDGET 2024: We Need a System Thinking Approach to Rescript the India Story

While the nation is caught up in election fever, let us focus on the 2024 interim Union Budget presented by the Union Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman. This could be a game-changing budget to rescript India’s growth story.