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The people, decisions and systems shaping modern India.
Profiles and analysis of founders, chief executives, boards and public figures through the decisions, governance systems and institutions they build.
After ten years with the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival, Abhishek Mishra has announced his departure, describing the transition with gratitude, pride and an eye toward…
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India’s leading business minds are not defined only by wealth or company size. They stand apart through vision, decision-making, innovation, personal credibility, and the ability to…
Jun 6, 2026
In today’s trust-driven business landscape, media coverage has become more than publicity. It is a strategic asset for founders, CEOs, entrepreneurs, and business leaders who want…
Jun 6, 2026
Rizwan Sajan built a $2.5 billion empire in the desert. But the story India never heard is the one that began on the streets of Ghatkopar.…
May 16, 2026
From the 2026 World Governments Summit to the launch of "WTFund," India’s youngest billionaire is pivoting from trading screens to borderless ecosystems that prioritize human utility…
Feb 22, 2026
As the Zomato founder steps down as CEO of parent company Eternal Ltd, we dive into his 2026 roadmap: A radical shift from delivering food at…
Feb 22, 2026
Why Gen Z, Neurodiversity, and Regional Talent are Forcing Indian Leaders to Rewrite the Rulebook on Belonging. Inclusive Leadership India 2026 has moved beyond the tokenism…
Jan 19, 2026
The Capital Discipline Era: How Fractional Leadership is Solving the "Senior Talent Gap" while Preserving Startup Runway in 2026. As we settle into January 2026, the…
Jan 19, 2026
Behind the ₹100 Crore IP Vision: Rajattkumar Dani’s Journey from PR Architect to Sovereign Media Builder Our story has mostly been told through a Western lens.…
Jan 7, 2026
As India Inc. eyes a 9% average salary growth in 2026, a deeper structural change is taking hold. Moving away from traditional annual increments, metropolitan hubs…
Jan 3, 2026
As the 2026 "Rebalancing Year" forces fiscal discipline, India’s metropolitan startup hubs are turning to a high-impact, low-burn leadership model to scale without the equity sacrifice.…
Jan 2, 2026
Beyond Stakeholder Capitalism: How Ancient Duty and Modern Agility are Forging the Architects of the $30 Trillion Indian Economy. The ascent of India toward its 2047…
Dec 21, 2025
Beyond Profit: How Purpose-Driven Founders, Human-Centered Intelligence, and Personal Branding are Architecting the Roadmap to Viksit Bharat 2047. As India pivots toward its 2047 centennial, the…
Dec 20, 2025