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The Long Game
Karnataka's IT supremacy once again helps it secure pole position among states. But it is not resting easy on its laurels, but making a push for the future by focussing on hardware
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February 2026
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India Can't Copy China EV Script
For decades, economic historians have lamented that India 'missed the bus' of the Third Industrial Revolution.
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February 2026
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Build Capital For AI
India needs a sovereign wealth fund (SWF) to invest in artificial intelligence (AI) and deep tech globally, and we need it now.
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February 2026
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An Area of Darkness
Ignored by VCs, start-ups in Tier-Il and III cities aren't finding the growth capital and talent to scale up into large businesses. And that is a cause for concern
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February 2026
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India's Al Story
India does not have an artificial intelligence (AI) talent problem. It has a go-to-market problem. Over the past two years, there has been a visible rise in Indian founders building serious AI products across application layers, infrastructure and open source.
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February 2026
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A Quiet Revolution
The farther the destination, the deeper the delight of the trek, however difficult, wrote freedom fighter and Urdu poet Bismil Azimabadi about revolutions.
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February 2026
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Business Cycle Mutual Funds - Navigating Global and Domestic Cycles
It's a globalized world. Indian businesses today operate in environments where global factors like trade flows, geopolitical developments, cross-border regulations and international capital movements influence their costs, competitiveness, and growth prospects.
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February 2026
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Capital Wears the Crown
Delhi emerges as India's leading start-up city with a quieter, less-crowded ecosystem compared to high-decibel Bengaluru
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February 2026
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The Rise of Consumer AI
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a significant part of consumer reality.
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February 2026
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IPO is a milestone, not an exit or the finish line
Ashutosh Sharma, head of India Ecosystem at Prosus, which has invested over $9bn in unicorns like Swiggy and Meesho, talks to Deepsekhar Choudhury about why India remains central to the firm's long-term strategy. Edited excerpts
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February 2026
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Reward high performers with more equity
Shashank Kumar, co-founder and managing director of Razorpay, talks to Deepsekhar Choudhury and Tarunya Sanjay about how Esops are key to fast-growing start-ups. Edited excerpts
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February 2026
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India's start-ups should be globally competitive
S Krishnan, secretary, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology talks to Deepsekhar Choudhury and Shruti Tripathi about IndiaAl Mission, Al start-ups and industry-research linkages among other issues. Edited excerpts
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February 2026
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Need for Capital Lift Off
Drones and space-tech start-ups sorely need growth-stage funding to transition from prototype to production
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February 2026
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We need to shed rent-seeking behaviour
Ather Energy co-founder Swapnil Jain tells Rakshit Kumar and Nabodita Ganguly that technology is the only moat that new age entrepreneurs have to disrupt the big players. Edited excerpts
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February 2026
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Deep Tech in the Doldrums
Despite AI hype and unicorn swagger, India doesn't yet have AI start-ups in the growthstage-exposing a lack of ambition, capital and patience to flourish in deep tech
6 min |
February 2026
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Looking for Champions
As India's startup ecosystem continues to grow rapidly, clear benchmarks are essential to understand where real progress is being made.
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February 2026
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Desperate in Davos
With the US and China roiling global trade, it is platforms such as WEF where smaller economies can make new and stronger friends
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February 2026
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Do not settle for being the world's back office
NR Narayana Murthy, co-founder of Infosys, reflects on leadership, governance and India's entrepreneurial future in a wide-ranging conversation with Deepsekhar Choudhury. He argues for compassionate capitalism, founder accountability and deeper focus on IP creation
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February 2026
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From 400 MW To 5 GW: Kalpa Power's Blueprint To Scale
Founder Rounak Muthiyan on leveraging productised BESS and centralised digital governance to deliver both 24/7 power and ten-fold growth.
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January 2026
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Purpose Driven Innovation Shaping Tech Future
How Isha Das blends technology with social impact
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January 2026
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'QBurst CEO Unpacks The 'High Al-Q' Mandate For Enterprise Growth
From Al-powered tools to Al-first strategy, QBurst's CEO explains the roadmap to intelligent enterprises.
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January 2026
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A Ride to Remember
A motorcycling road trip could be the ultimate adrenaline rush combining adventure along with relative comfort
7 min |
January 2026
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Falak Kabrawala Champions Integrated Digital Growth Strategies
Aligning marketing, technology, and trust for sustainable business transformation
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January 2026
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How AeroNero Solutions Is Scaling Science-Backed Atmospheric Water Generation For Lasting Water Security
Dr. Durga Das, Founder and CEO of AeroNero Solutions, is driven by a singular conviction: that the world's most pressing challenges demand solutions that are both scientifically rigorous and human-centric.
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January 2026
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Building The Invisible Layer Of Collections: Kannan Sriraman's Spocto X Journey
Engineering AI-driven collections systems that scale quietly, stay compliant, and respect human outcomes
1 min |
January 2026
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Distilling the Heartland
Built far from India's metros, a legacy player is strengthening manufacturing while developing premium brands to compete in a rapidly expanding alcobev market
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January 2026
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Chetu Builds Noida's Legacy Through Code, Talent, and Community
As Chetu, a global leader in AI and digital transformation solutions, celebrates more than a quarter of a century, the software leader's legacy shines brightest in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. This is not just because of its business achievements, such as serving clients across countries and pioneering enterprise AI solutions, but through its unwavering dedication to India's tech ecosystem and social progress. This vision comes alive through the Chetu skill centre and the Chetu Foundation, two cornerstone initiatives that demonstrate sustainable impact.
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January 2026
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Building Institutions That Serve The Nation
How Ramya Ramachandren is shaping education, healthcare, and social impact
2 min |
January 2026
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TARA SINGH VACHANI, executive chairperson, Antara Senior Care and vice-chairperson, Max India
Favourite Book - As a bibliophile, choosing a favourite book is tough, but two books have left a lasting impression. The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran is a perfect amalgamation of life tools and a book I revisit when in a conundrum. A Fine Balance by Rohinton Mistry captivated me with its prose and evocative narrative.
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January 2026
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Gounicrew Powering Scalable Digital Growth From India
From India to Global Scale: How Gounicrew Is Powering the Next Wave of Digital
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