The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) recently unveiled its Manufacturing Competitiveness Study, focusing on the transformative impact of smart technologies on India’s manufacturing sector. The report, titled “Smart Manufacturing: Unlocking India’s Potential,” highlights the sector’s ongoing digital transformation and its critical role in achieving the ambitious goal of increasing the…
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EMPOWERING URBAN INDIA: SMART CITIES IN A NEW ERA OF DEVELOPMENT
The Need for Urban Development With rapid growth in urbanization, an increasing number of people are migrating to cities in search of better opportunities. This has resulted in conurbations scaling up the economic development of those regions and ultimately contributing majorly to the GDP. Projections indicate that by 2031, around…
UN International Year of Cooperatives: How India is Empowering its Communities
India’s relations with cooperatives date back to the time of its Independence, when Mahatma Gandhi championed the cooperative model as the means to economic empowerment and social unity. The concept of Gram Swaraj emphasised self-reliance and community participation, assets that contributed to India’s freedom struggle. Today, cooperatives continue to play…
Unlocking the Potential of India’s Agriculture
Indian agriculture has undergone a significant transformation over the decades, emerging as a robust contributor to the nation’s economic growth and global trade. Through remarkable strides in production, diversification in exports, and innovative farmer-market linkage models, the sector has demonstrated resilience and adaptability. Private sector participation has further catalyzed this…
Cybersecurity for small businesses is important
The Importance of Technology in Modern Business Technology has transformed how we work or communicate at the workplace as much as it has altered our day-to-day lives, making it faster and easier to connect with people worldwide. One cannot imagine any business- big or small- not implementing the modern benefits…
How Can Indian Businesses Create Resilient Global Value Chains?
In an increasingly interconnected world, the global economy is shaped by complex networks of production and trade, known as global value chains (GVCs). For Indian businesses, participating in and shaping resilient GVCs is critical for sustained growth, competitiveness, and economic development. However, the disruptions caused by events such as the…
Transforming Education in India Through Technology
Education is a cornerstone of societal progress, but in a diverse and vast country like India, equitable access to quality learning remains a challenge. From remote rural areas to urban underprivileged communities, disparities in resources and opportunities hinder educational equity. However, technology is rapidly transforming this landscape, offering innovative solutions…
18th CII Annual Tourism Summit 2024
Tourism as India’s Soft Power Tourism represents one of India’s greatest soft powers, serving as a robust driver of economic growth and societal well-being. With its unparalleled cultural and natural diversity, India has become a sought-after destination for global travellers. Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi has consistently highlighted the need…
How Social Media is Changing the Way We Communicate
Social media has transformed the way we interact and share information, breaking down barriers of time and geography. It has introduced new communication styles, enhanced connectivity, and redefined human interaction in profound ways. While its benefits are undeniable, the shifts it has brought to our communication habits are both exciting…
CII Electronics Summit 2024: Strengthening India’s Electronics Ecosystem
The 7th CII Electronics Summit brought together policymakers, industry leaders, and innovators to explore strategies for advancing India’s electronics and semiconductor manufacturing sector. Themed “Vision to Reality: Unfolding the Electronics Manufacturing Journey in India,” the summit provided a platform for insightful discussions on challenges, opportunities, and the roadmap ahead. Investment…