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10 Sports Personalities Redefining India's Sporting Story
This Independence Day, People Who Matter looks at ten sports personalities, from Jasprit Bumrah to Virat Kohli, whose current seasons and business ventures continue to define Indian sport.
From Vaccines to Ventures: The Expanding World of Adar Poonawalla
The COVID-19 pandemic turned Adar Poonawalla into a global name as Serum Institute’s vaccines reached millions across continents. But his story goes beyond the crisis, tracing the journey of a businessman who expanded a family legacy into a diversified and globally recognised enterprise.
Mumbai Dabbawalas: India’s ‘OG’ Food Delivery Network
Long before food delivery apps transformed urban convenience, the Mumbai Dabbawala built a human-powered network that carried home-cooked meals, livelihoods and trust across the city. More than a delivery system, they became a symbol of discipline, dignity and Mumbai’s relentless spirit.
Titan: The Timeless Masterpiece By The Tata Group
From a factory in Hosur to the acquisition of a 300-year-old Swiss watchmaker, Titan's journey reflects the power of conviction, innovation and an unwavering belief that India could build brands the world would admire.
Why Microsoft's AI Bet On India Goes Beyond Technology
Microsoft's AI skilling initiative seeks to bridge opportunity gaps by bringing AI education to underserved regions and equipping millions of Indians for the future of work.
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10 Sports Personalities Redefining India's Sporting Story
This Independence Day, People Who Matter looks at ten sports personalities, from Jasprit Bumrah to Virat Kohli, whose current seasons and business ventures continue to define Indian sport.
10 Entertainment Icons Shaping India's Cultural Landscape
This Independence Day, People Who Matter looks at ten entertainment icons, from A.R. Rahman to Shah Rukh Khan, whose work and business ventures continue to shape India's cultural story.
People Who Matter
From Vaccines to Ventures: The Expanding World of Adar Poonawalla
The COVID-19 pandemic turned Adar Poonawalla into a global name as Serum Institute’s vaccines reached millions across continents. But his story goes beyond the crisis, tracing the journey of a businessman who expanded a family legacy into a diversified and globally recognised enterprise.
Sudha Murty: A Legacy Built On Compassion & Conviction
She questioned gender bias when few dared to. She helped shape one of India’s most influential technology companies, transformed corporate philanthropy, and inspired millions through her writing. Sudha Murty’s journey is a testament to the power of purpose-driven leadership.
How the Kamath Brothers Kept Building Even After Zerodha
The Kamath brothers built one of India's most successful bootstrapped companies. Their greater contribution, however, may lie in how they have used that success to inspire founders, shape conversations and strengthen India's innovation ecosystem.
How Neeraj Chopra’s Golden Throw Rewrote India’s Olympic Dream
In a cricket-loving country, Neeraj Chopra turned javelin into a mainstream sport and became one of India’s most influential sporting icons.
Gaur Gopal Das: The Monk Who Redefined How India Consumes Wisdom
Gaur Gopal Das’s rise signals a cultural shift where spiritual storytelling intersects with corporate wellness, offering emotional tools for navigating high-pressure professional life.
Deepika Padukone
In an industry built on visibility, Deepika Padukone mastered the art of relevance. From mental health advocacy to global luxury branding, her evolution reflects the changing face of celebrity itself.
Companies That Matter
Mumbai Dabbawalas: India’s ‘OG’ Food Delivery Network
Long before food delivery apps transformed urban convenience, the Mumbai Dabbawala built a human-powered network that carried home-cooked meals, livelihoods and trust across the city. More than a delivery system, they became a symbol of discipline, dignity and Mumbai’s relentless spirit.
Maruti: How A Government Experiment Continued To Lead The Market
From a modest 1981 government venture to 42% market share today, Maruti's journey mirrors India's own story of growth and aspiration.
Info Edge: The Internet Pioneer That Built India's Digital Marketplace Economy
From finding jobs to finding homes and matrimonial matches, Info Edge created an entire ecosystem of internet-driven businesses. What began as an effort to digitise newspaper job listings eventually grew into a company that connected millions of Indians to information.
Infosys & India’s IT Boom: The Company That Defined An Industry
As India’s IT industry expanded, Infosys stood at the centre of the transformation, bridging global demand with Indian talent and reshaping how the country works and earns.
Tata Steel: The Company That Turned Industrialisation Into Social Change
From supporting India’s industrial self-reliance movement to building communities around workers, Tata Steel evolved into far more than a business enterprise. It teaches how industrial growth and social welfare can work well, decades before independence.
Bajaj Auto: How A Company Put The Middle Class In The Driving Seat
From enabling affordable mobility for millions to building one of India’s strongest automotive export businesses, Bajaj Auto has played a defining role in the country’s growth story. Today, it stands at the intersection of legacy, automation, and the transformation of electric mobility.
Brands That Matter
Titan: The Timeless Masterpiece By The Tata Group
From a factory in Hosur to the acquisition of a 300-year-old Swiss watchmaker, Titan's journey reflects the power of conviction, innovation and an unwavering belief that India could build brands the world would admire.
What Truly Makes Amul The Taste of India?
From Gujarat’s milk cooperatives to becoming one of India’s most trusted household names, Amul’s success story is a story of rural empowerment, economic inclusion and a revolution that reshaped the nation’s dairy industry.
Gig Work, Food Delivery, Q-Commerce, Ambulance: How Zomato Built An Ecosystem
What started as a restaurant menu website eventually transformed into one of India’s biggest consumer-tech companies. From food delivery and Blinkit to gig employment and quick commerce, Zomato reshaped how urban India eats, shops, works, and experiences convenience.
How Lenskart Changed The Way India Buys Eyewear
What started as a risky ecommerce idea evolved into one of India’s biggest consumer-tech success stories. Lenskart not only modernised eyewear retail but also changed how India perceived spectacles.
Khadi India: Inspired By Swadeshi Movement, Embraced By Youth, Livelihood For Many
From the Swadeshi movement to ecommerce platforms, the journey of Khadi India reflects how rural employment, sustainability, and indigenous craftsmanship became central to modern consumerism.
Mysore Sandal: From Karnataka’s Hidden Forest Treasure To A Heritage Soap Brand
Born out of a crisis during World War I, Mysore Sandal evolved from a regional industrial experiment into a Rs. 2,000 Cr heritage brand. The soap not only shaped Karnataka’s sandalwood economy but also became an emotional part of Indian households across generations.
Initiatives That Matter
Why Microsoft's AI Bet On India Goes Beyond Technology
Microsoft's AI skilling initiative seeks to bridge opportunity gaps by bringing AI education to underserved regions and equipping millions of Indians for the future of work.
How Nuvoco's Swasth Bharat Initiative Is Bringing Healthcare To India's Last Mile
In many villages, reaching a doctor can mean travelling long distances and losing a day's wages. Nuvoco is attempting to change that through mobile healthcare services and investments in healthcare infrastructure around its manufacturing locations.
Bridging the Employability Gap: How NASSCOM’s ASCEND Is Building India's Future Workforce
As India's demand for digital talent continues to grow, access to industry-relevant skills remains uneven. Through ASCEND, NASSCOM Foundation and nine technology SMEs have come together to equip marginalised youth with emerging technology skills, demonstrating how collaborative CSR can create pathways to employment and inclusion.
Mission4Million: Axis Bank Foundation's Initiative To Transform 4 Million Rural Lives By 2030
For millions of rural families, economic security remains a distant goal. Through Mission4Million, Axis Bank Foundation hopes to change that by creating sustainable livelihood opportunities.
How Herbalife Is Empowering Women, Driving Change, Breaking Stereotypes
Public transport doesn’t just drive people. Sometimes it also drives change. On this principle, Herbalife has put women of Bengaluru and Mysuru in the driving seats of e-autos and helped them increase their monthly income.
Caring For The People Who Build India: The Story Of Godrej SAHYOG
Construction workers build dreams. Yet their well-being often goes unnoticed. To change the picture, Godrej Properties has extended support to 30,000 workers across the country.
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Anthropic signs $9.1 billion, 20-year AI cloud deal with Bitcoin miner Riot Platforms for Texas data centre capacity
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Vijay Singh exits Sir Ratan Tata Trust, informs he doesn't want reappointment
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NVIDIA partners with Apollo, BlackRock, Blackstone, KKR and others to mobilise over $500 billion for AI infrastructure
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Multiples PE nears deal to acquire $80-100 mn stake in Giva
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US court dismisses criminal charges against Gautam Adani, Sagar Adani, Vneet Jaain over alleged solar bribery scheme
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Flipkart expands Tamil Nadu footprint with focus on digital commerce, tech and supply chain
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Gautam Adani welcomes US criminal case dismissal, says faith in rule of law ‘unwavering’
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Karnataka Flags Safety, Insurance Concerns Over Bike Taxis In SC
The Karnataka government has told the Supreme Court that motorcycles lack essential passenger-safety features, raising concerns around accident risks, insurance…
Discovered Materials Raises $9 Mn For AI-Led Semiconductor Material Discovery
AI-powered materials discovery startup Discovered Materials has raised $9 Mn (about ₹85.9 Cr) in a seed funding round led by…
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