LEADING THE PACK IN PET CARE INNOVATION

Setting a benchmark with a $60m investment from L Catterton, SHASHANK SINHA, CEO of Drools Pet Food, talks of the industry's appeal to investors, the benefits of the startup surge, and the brand's visible role in this thriving industry

SMART MEASURE

Smart meters with their two-way communication feature are key to addressing the country's myriad energy-related challenges while paving the way for a sustainable and resilient energy future

GETTING THERE

Domestic air travel is set to expand in a big way with a clutch of regional carriers taking to the skies connecting smaller towns and cities with the metros

AN UNEQUAL BUSINESS

Running medium and small enterprises presents its own set of challenges, chiefly difficulties in accessing formal finance. But for women entrepreneurs, overcoming these challenges becomes even more difficult due to the gender gap

Don't Junk CDR Learnings, Can Strengthen IBC

WHEN THE Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) was enacted in 2016 in India, which replaced all other previous schemes including the widely used corporate debt restructuring (CDR) scheme, there were heightened expectations that India’s infamously long and unwieldy corporate dispute resolution processes will undergo a significant transformation.

The Menace of Inflated MRPS on Medicines

THERE ARE SO MANY problems with our ‘Healthcare’ system that I am at a loss, where to begin. From crowds at the iconic AIIMS as well as major private hospitals, mortally sick patients being turned away either for want of money or due to shortage of beds, babies delivered outside hospital doors, fake medicines to unnecessary diagnostic tests and even surgeries, rampant kickbacks; there are all kinds of stories floating around.

Pairing Products, Spiralling Synergies

FAST MOVING CONSUMER Goods (FMCG) companies, selling consumer goods, are well aware of the need for multiple brands of the same basic product. While these may seem to compete with each other, actually they are complementary, filling price or perception gaps in the product space.

Fighting with Five Swords

HERE’S AN INTERESTING company called Intercom that I hadn’t heard of, until recently.

The Tough Task of Managing Differences

EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP is not just the ability to steer a ship but also the capacity to navigate the diverse currents of talent, perspectives, and experiences that shape teams. Managing differences is not just a challenge but an opportunity for growth and innovation. Managing differences requires a delicate balance of empathy, open-mindedness, and effective communication.

IMPROVING CONNECTIVITY BETWEEN SUBURBS

URBAN AREAS have been epicentres of economic activity since the dawn of humanity. Closest to us, San Francisco is the home of OpenAI, X (formerly Twitter), Salesforce, and Uber to name a few. The city remains synonymous with innovation and entrepreneurial dynamism. However, the tech industry is not limited to the city – Google, Meta, and Apple are all headquartered in the city’s suburbs.

Challenges of Being Human: A Path to Collective Good

THROUGHOUT history, individuals have grappled with the challenge of balancing personal interests with societal well-being. Unfortunately, pervasive negativity, cynicism, and self-serving attitudes often overshadow our interactions, hindering our ability to prioritise broader societal concerns.

India's Five Turning Points

INDIA IN 1947 was not expected by many to survive as an independent nation. The departing British thought it would fragment along ethnic, linguistic and regional lines. The more benign Americans believed democracy in an impoverished country would be hard to sustain.

CHARTING A PATHWAY TO PROSPERITY AND DEVELOPMENT

INDIA STANDS AT THE PRECIPICE of an epochal transformation and is poised to emerge as a developed economy within the next quartercentury.

The Making of the $2.85 BILLION Indian Pet Care Economy

India's pet care industry is experiencing remarkable growth, with projections indicating a 20 per cent CAGR and a target valuation of more than Rs 20,000 crore in 2025. What's stirring in the pet care pot?

MOST INFLUENTIAL WOMEN - A CLASS ACT

This ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ actor has captured the hearts of viewers across the globe.

MOST INFLUENTIAL WOMEN - "LET YOUNGSTERS CHOOSE"

The question of not a single IIT having a woman director was put to rest when Preeti Aghalayam, a professor of chemical engineering at IIT Madras, became the Director-in-Charge of the newly opened IIT Zanzibar in July 2023.

MOST INFLUENTIAL WOMEN - “TRUE DIVERSITY TRANSCENDS NUMBERS"

This young businesswoman is leading a five-year transformation plan across the Piramal Group for top talent identification and development.

MOST INFLUENTIAL WOMEN - PIONEERING LEGACY IN FINANCE, LEADERSHIP

Coming from a family of government servants - her mother has been in the civil services since 1964 and her father is a marine engineer Vibha Padalkar, MD and CEO, HDFC Life, grew up surrounded by strong role models.

MOST INFLUENTIAL WOMEN - GROWTH BLENDED WITH INCLUSIVITY

Hina Nagarajan, the force to reckon with behind Diageo India's growth and the catalyst for inclusivity in the company has navigated some important roles at the alco-beverage brand.

MOST INFLUENTIAL WOMEN - ARUNDHATI BHATTACHARYA, Chairman & CEO, Salesforce India

Arundhati Bhattacharya stands as a beacon of inspiration for corporate India, her journey is a testament to resilience, determination and a commitment to empowering women.

Equality of Healthcare for Women

Concentrated efforts to provide good health and education to girls and women will not only help in bringing gender equality in healthcare, but it will also lead to sustainable economic growth

The Influence Of The Influential Women

Celebrating women leaders who are driving sustainable growth across India and beyond

Breaking Barriers, Yet Miles To Go

The legal profession boasts of many women luminaries, but they are the exception rather than the norm in an otherwise maledominated milieu

The Rise of Women Leadership in Education

This shift is not merely symbolic; it reflects a profound transformation in societal attitudes towards gender equality

Professionalism and Clarity of Purpose Won the Day

Women in leadership roles in education have made it to the top by the dint of their focussed approach, calibre and stellar record. What they bring to the table is the acumen to handle complexities

STARTUPS LEAD IN GENDER PARITY

In 2023 of all unicorns in India, 17 percent were led by women. Data shows that women-led enterprises are more sensitive to women-centric issues and allow more growth prospects to women employees, but how good are they in bargaining for capital? We speak to women in business in search of home truths

Inclusion, Diversity in Corporate India

Inclusion, Diversity in Corporate India

GLARING DISPARITY BETWEEN INDIA & BHARAT

While urban India may have made significant strides towards inclusivity and diversity, Bharat struggles to keep up, mired in age-old customs and patriarchal norms

Start with Respect: Nurturing Nari Shakti

Economically, women constitute a formidable force, making substantial and silent contributions to India's economic dynamism and progress. Yet, their representation in the workforce is poor as is their presence in leadership roles

THE GENDER GAMES

Efforts towards equity and inclusion have come a long way and there is a long way to go, but it is essential to take a more holistic approach while striking the balance