TradeTech set to revolutionise cross-border trade for Indian MSMEs

Image: Shutterstock The ecommerce exports sector in India is at an inflection point, driven by the confluence of robust manufacturing capabilities and an expanding global appetite for high-quality, sustainable, and culturally rich products. Industries such as handicrafts, gems and jewellery, textiles, and herbal products are emerging as formidable ambassadors of India’s craftsmanship on the global … Read more

How Conversational AI can help reduce spam calls

Image: Shutterstock The explosion of spam calls has become one of the most significant irritants for consumers globally. Billions of such calls disrupt daily lives and undermine trust in phone-based communication. A recent survey indicates that over 60 percent of Indians receive at least three spam calls daily. As a result, consumers are increasingly reluctant … Read more

H-1B in 2025: Rethinking US immigration pathways

Image: Shutterstock For more than three decades, the H-1B visa has stood as a primary entry point for skilled professionals into the United States, bridging talent gaps in technology, engineering, healthcare, and beyond. In 2025, however, a convergence of factors—skyrocketing demand, extended green card backlogs, and unpredictable policy shifts—has prompted many H-1B holders (and would-be … Read more

A push for awareness, accessibility, and affordability

Image: Shutterstock The vision of a Viksit Bharat by 2047 is not just about achieving economic growth, it’s also about building social equity in a country with such diverse demographics. At the core of this vision is financial stability, which is capable of withstanding uncertainties and challenges. The insurance sector, often considered the safety net … Read more

Is the quiet evolution of a new normal growing up with humans and AI?

Image: Shutterstock For children today, artificial intelligence (AI) won’t be a marvel or a menace—it will simply be there. As unremarkable as Wi-Fi or running water. It’s not a question of whether they’ll adapt to AI; they’re already growing up with it. Alexa’s voice mingles with bedtime stories. ChatGPT drafts homework outlines. Google Home turns … Read more

Leveraging waste-to-energy innovation for India’s legacy waste crisis

Image: Shutterstock India generates over 62 million tonnes of waste annually, with less than 60 percent collected and only 20 percent treated. As urbanisation accelerates, millions migrate to cities yearly, adopting urban lifestyles that drastically increase waste generation. This trend has created an alarming legacy of waste—landfills encroaching upon city borders and rendering vast swaths of … Read more

Unlocking the Intelligent Age through collaboration, transformation, and innovation

Image: Shutterstock Davos is not just a bustling trade fair; it’s a space where ideas thrive. It is a platform for dialogue enriched by shared aspirations and collective curiosity. As one of my colleagues noted, “Davos promotes conversations that foster connections and collaborations.”  This is true; in these moments—amid snowy paths and crowded auditoriums—seeds for … Read more

Budget 2025 expectations in a protectionist world

Image: Debajyoti Chakraborty/NurPhoto via Getty Images Countries today are increasingly leaning towards protectionism to shield domestic industries. However, history shows isolation hinders long-term growth. Therefore, India’s journey toward Viksit Bharat requires a strategy that adapts to these shifting dynamics. As the nation prepares for Budget 2025, the focus must shift towards creating a resilient economy … Read more

A new dawn for the middle class and a prosperous future

Image: Shutterstock In her record eighth budget presentation, the Honourable Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman ushered a vision and bold steps towards a stronger and more inclusive India. At its heart lies the middle class, the driving force of our economy, the dreamers and doers who fuel our nation’s progress. Tax reforms and streamlining structures are … Read more

AI, humans and India’s role in this tech revolution

Image: Shutterstock Many organisations today struggle to derive business value from artificial intelligence (AI) due to the prevalence of unreliable data sets. Low-quality data is among the most significant barriers to widespread AI adoption, particularly in an enterprise setting. This is where human-in-the-loop (HITL) services become indispensable in the data preparation process. AI models, particularly … Read more