Technology
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CAUTIOUS OPTIMISIM
India's IT and technology industry is preparing for the potential impact on business relations, workforce dynamics and trade expansion between the US and India.
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December 28, 2024
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A TIGHT ROPEWALK
With Trump's return to the White House, India faces pivotal choices on energy trade, climate goals, and energy transition
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December 28, 2024
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TRUMP 2.0 BIG GAINS FOR INDIA-USA TIES
Donald Trump's second term could significantly energise US-India trade ties, thereby strengthening economic collaboration between the two nations.
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December 28, 2024
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'IRB Prioritises Environmental Responsibility'
IRB, India's largest multinational transport infrastructure developer managing 26 highway projects across 12 states, plans to capture significant share of future road projects with the aim to triple its revenues in coming years. VIRENDRA D. MHAISKAR, Chairman and Managing Director, IRB Infrastructure Developers, shares with ASHISH SINHA the company's plans and strategies to achieve that goal. Excerpts
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December 28, 2024
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INSIDE PROJECT STARLIGHT: ONEPLUS' RS 6,000 CRORE INVESTMENT PLAN FOR INDIA
OnePlus' Project Starlight aims to address reliability concerns in India, focussing on product improvements, customer service, and innovation
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December 28, 2024
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WATER CREDITS FORA SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
In recent times, the water crisis has emerged as a key environmental challenge.
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December 28, 2024
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SECOND INNINGS
The second-largest carmaker in the country, Hyundai Motors India (HMIL), has been reenergised post listing on the bourses. How is HMIL gearing up for a life as a listed auto company? What can consumers expect from it in 2025?
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December 28, 2024
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Remembering Shashi Ruia
A silent philanthropist, SHASHI RUIA was also a member of 'The Elders', a group of such luminaries and humanitarians as Nelson Mandela, Kofi Annan and Jimmy Carter and worked alongside them to address the world's most pressing problems
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December 28, 2024
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"INDIA POISED TO LEAD URBAN AIR MOBILITY"
In an exclusive conversation, AMIT DUTTA, Chairman of the CII Task Force on Advanced Air Mobility and MD, Hunch Mobility, discusses India's transformative strides in Urban Air Mobility.
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December 28, 2024
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Wondrous Workouts, Enjoyable Exercises
ZUMBA, A DANCE FORM created in Colombia, being taught to a multinational group by an expat Japanese instructor in Gurgaon, through Bollywood film music: what better example of fusing fitness with fun in the age of globalisation!
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December 28, 2024
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ROCKWOOL: A BEACON OF SUSTAINABILITY AND INNOVATION
From its inception, ROCKWOOL International has championed the idea that insulating buildings and industrial facilities goes beyond mere energy savings
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December 28, 2024
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Will NCR Residents Never Breathe Clean Air?
THE GOVERNMENT of India (GOI), the National Green Tribunal (NGT), the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and even the apex court, seem to have given up on the issue of cleaning up the air in the national capital region (NCR).
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December 28, 2024
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UNPLUGGING THE NEXT GENERATION: IS IT TIME FOR INDIA TO ACT?
AS WE ARE LIVING in times when toddlers are Instagram stars, it is indeed difficult to imagine a world where your kids' first social media post is a proud announcement of their 16th birthday.
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December 28, 2024
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THE POWER AND PARADOX OF CHOICE: UNDERSTANDING BIASAND BEHAVIOUR
WHY DOWE so often prioritise instant gratification over long-term goals, even when we know it's detrimental to our future?
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December 28, 2024
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Why Do We Normalise Corruption?
WE BRIBE TO CUT queues, evade taxes without shame, and cheat systems with pride, yet act outraged when scandals make head lines as if corruption were despicable only when committed by others.
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December 28, 2024
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The Bitter After-Taste
YES, THE DEBATE over the three-tiered tax structure for popcorn by the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council has reached a crescendo nationwide, making Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman the brunt of much sarcasm.
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December 28, 2024
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A Popcorn Tax Paradox
POPCORN A SIMPLE, fluffy snack that often enhances the joys of movie nights - is now at the centre of a popcorn-tax paradox that is almost as entertaining as the blockbuster through which you were munching it.
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December 28, 2024
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SINGH WAS KING OF MANY HEARTS IN INDIA
THE UNION government announced a sevenday state mourning for Manmohan Singh, who his media advisor Sanjaya Baru, has described as a An Accidental Prime Minister in a book in April 2014.
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December 28, 2024
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'Committed to helping India achieve carbon neutrality'
R. Purushothaman on how Danfoss India, part of Danish MNC, is supporting the nation's carbon neutrality goals with innovative products
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December 14, 2024
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INTELLECTUAL DEPTH & ACTIONABLE INSIGHTS
Anil K. Khandelwal is a transformational leader, who invites readers to rethink leadership as a journey rather than a destination. In The Gym of Leadership, he emphasises that helmsmanship is not a badge of authority but a commitment to creating a positive impact, says Srinath Sridharan
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December 14, 2024
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AN INDUSTR BENCHMAR
The MacBook Pro M4 doesn't just set the bar for laptops-it becomes the bar. With unmatched performance, breath-taking design and incredible endurance, Apple's latest offering redefines what a laptop can achieve, says Sahil Mohan Gupta
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December 14, 2024
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The drip of good health
IV therapy seems to be a popular procedure with people in pursuit of good health and glowing skin. We spoke to medical experts about aspects to keep in mind before walking into a wellness centre to get that drip.
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December 14, 2024
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"MACARONS FOR THE MASSES"
CHANDNI NATH ISRANI, the driving force behind Ladurée's India expansion, redefines luxury in the F&B sector. With four flourishing Ladurée outlets established since 2021, Israni is making iconic French pastries and delicacies accessible to the Indian market. BW Businessworld sits down with the visionary entrepreneur to discuss her journey in building the luxury brand and her strategy for democratising gourmet experiences
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December 14, 2024
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NAVIGATING THE PATH TO PROFITABILITY: A STARTUP'S BALANCING ACT
WHEN EVALUATING startup profitability, it’s crucial to break it down into two main components: unit economics and fixed costs. Unit economics refers to the profitability of delivering each singular order, which involves analysing transaction margins against costs incurred, such as delivery and payment gateway fees. This assessment helps gauge whether a business model is sustainable at a micro level.
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December 14, 2024
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THE HOLY GRAIL OF PROFITABILITY
Profitability for startups is elusive, often overshadowed by growth and investor expectations. Achieving profitability requires a delicate balance between revenue generation and cost management, with factors like market dynamics and competition playing significant roles
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December 14, 2024
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"WE ARE FOCUSED ON BUILDING A RESILIENT AND SELF-SUSTAINING SEMICONDUCTOR ECOSYSTEM"
S.KRISHNAN, Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, outlines India's ambitious plan to build a resilient and globally competitive semiconductor industry through the India Semiconductor Mission
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December 14, 2024
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Shaping the Future of Cyber Risk Management
With its mission to advance cyber risk quantification through the FAIR (Factor Analysis of Information Risk) model, the institute empowers businesses to align cybersecurity with broader objectives using structured, data-driven insights. Managing Director TODD TUCKER discusses how the institute’s methodologies and community-driven approach are reshaping industry standards worldwide, including growing interest in India and Asia Pacific
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December 14, 2024
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THE PILLAR OF A RESILIENT DIGITAL FUTURE
The rapid evolution of digital technologies has transformed the world, driving unprecedented connectivity and innovation. Yet, as the digital realm expands, so do vulnerabilities, with cyber threats emerging as critical challenges for businesses, governments and individuals
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December 14, 2024
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"INDIAN CYBERSECURITY ECOSYSTEM IS STRONG BUT NEEDS BROADER PERSPECTIVE"
In an interview with Rohit Chintapali of BW Businessworld, TAC Security founder and CEO TRISHNEET ARORA discusses Indian cybersecurity landscape, business opportunities in the space, and more. Excerpts
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December 14, 2024
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"TRANSFORMING CYBERSECURITY WITH VISIBILITY & REAL-TIME DEFENCE"
PRAVEEN AND NAVEEN JAISWAL, co-founders of Vehere, have redefined cybersecurity with their AI-driven solutions. In this conversation, Praveen Jaiswal, who is also the COO, discusses partnering with defence and intelligence agencies to safeguard global enterprises and the vision to create a global cybersecurity benchmark
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