INDIA
Kal, Aaj, Kal: An Independence Day reflection
From childhood optimism to middle-class restlessness, daily lived-experiences in an India still becoming. A reflective call to look beyond pride, confront contradictions, and invest in equitable growth, justice, and meaningful governance
INDIA
Food safety cannot be a one-sided fight
Selective enforcement undermines consumer trust and fails to address the real risks across India’s food supply chain
INDIA
Middle class by memory, not by money
We still call ourselves middle class even when we’re not, passing on thrift as virtue, annoying our children with nostalgia, and forgetting that mindful abundance can honour our past better than self-denial ever could
SPORTS
Djokovic and the grace of knowing when
Even the strongest will and finest craft can’t outrun time — and that’s what makes Djokovic’s twilight both human and heroic. At some stage, greatness becomes not about staying in the fight at any cost, but about recognising which battles are no longer worth waging
BUSINESS
Air India’s Real Turbulence: where is the passenger-first intent?
The Ahmedabad plane crash has raised many questions -- Is Air India missing a TrueNorth. Not just for crisis response, but for its purpose of existence
BUSINESS
The RBI has acted. Now the emotional economics must kick in.
When the central bank does its bit, the rest of the system must respond. So far, the response has been cautious, patchy and uncertain
INDIA
What Nestlé India’s choice of an ‘outsider’ as chief tells us
Despite its century-old presence in India and a global Indian talent pool, Nestlé has turned to an ‘outsider’ to lead its India business. It has triggered critical questions about internal talent pipelines, governance priorities, and how even MNCs can fall short on succession depth
BUSINESS
The power and pitfalls of India’s ascent to the fourth-largest economy
India’s rise to the fourth-largest economy is a milestone worth celebrating, but real prosperity lies in lifting per capita incomes. Sustained, inclusive growth demands tough reforms, value creation, and a shift from populism to productivity
BUSINESS
The High Cost of Living on the Edge: Another terror flashpoint, same economic toll
We are living in what economists might call a permanent low-grade war economy. It does not show up in the form of large-scale mobilisations or daily missile exchanges. But it is deeply present. India is not at war. But it is never fully at peace. This in-between state demands readiness without relief, expenditure without the decisive resolution of conflict
BUSINESS
Keep UPI free, keep it fair
India’s UPI, a public digital payment system, thrives on zero-cost, trust, and inclusion. Reintroducing fees or enabling market concentration risks undoing progress. This article talks about why India must resist UPI fees and rein in market power
BUSINESS
As AI alters the tune of music industry, creativity and copyright take centrestage
Artificial intelligence has the potential to complement the creativity of musicians but it is generating concerns on issues of copyrights and employment
BUSINESS
Why Indian fintech must embrace the silvers
There is a pressing need to streamline the utilisation of digital services among the elderly population
BUSINESS
High potential talent development should be central to governments, regulators
High-potential talent, or HiPos, are the crown jewels of a nation's workforce. They possess the potential to innovate, lead, and drive progress, making them indispensable to any nation's prosperity
BUSINESS
Will AI be the ultimate techno-utopianism?
While AI holds immense promise for advancing human civilisation, it also poses unprecedented challenges that demand a nuanced and ethically informed approach to governance
BUSINESS
Is a FinTech, finance or technology entity?
The current landscape highlights a fintech's capacity for creativity and innovation, resonating with consumer preferences through novel engagement strategies and tailored financial services
BUSINESS
India upholds climate justice as Constitutional Right, but more work needed
The Supreme Court’s ruling in India recognising the fundamental right to be free from adverse impacts of climate change holds significant positive implications
BUSINESS
Is corporate governance over-rated?
While investors may discern poor governance practices, the magnetic force of financial gains often eclipses concerns about ethical conduct and accountability. Can corporate governance be segregated from profiting?
BUSINESS
Has banking changed with technology disruptions, centuries of evolution?
The essence of banking remains anchored in timeless principles of prudence and trust. As we navigate the tumultuous waters of innovation, let us not lose sight of the enduring core of banking that has withstood the test of time
BUSINESS
AI needs regulation but one that’s flexible and surefooted
Achieving a balance between fostering innovation and mitigating societal risks presents a formidable challenge—one that governments historically struggle to navigate, especially in the technology sector
BUSINESS
As AI aims to enhance intelligence, have we fully understood human cognition?
AI-based systems excel in speed, accuracy, and logical consistency, yet they lack the intuitive, emotional, and culturally sensitive faculties inherent to human cognition — qualities that are indispensable for effective performance
BUSINESS
Governments running entertainment OTT: Is it reel or their role?
The Kerala government’s move to set up an OTT platform that will offer entertainment content raises several questions, most important being if the government should get into this business
BUSINESS
Can ever evolving AI be effectively governed?
Without a practical grasp of how to measure AI milestones or test the attributes that regulations aim to address, policymakers risk enacting rules that are either too broad or too narrow in scope, ultimately lacking meaningful impact
BUSINESS
Google App Store Monopoly: Did we miss building MSeva?
Though the MSeva app has attempted to provide an indigenous app store, too few Indian startups have onboarded it. The absence of partnerships with phonemakers has limited the pre-installation of MSeva on devices, hindering its accessibility to users. Additionally, inadequate promotion and poorly designed user interfaces have contributed to its underutilisation
BUSINESS
Boards must drive sustainability as a catalyst for growth
Sustainability is treated by many companies as a compliance issue or as a theme that investors and customers want to hear. But enlightened boards will be able to see the link between it and superior long-term performance
