The handloom industry represents national pride due to its deep- rootedness in culture, tradition and history, all of which makes India unique. The handloom sector is the second largest employment sector after agriculture, employing millions of rural craftsmen. According to the last Handloom Census of 2019-20, the share of women…
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Cybersecurity in Indian Industry: From Risk to Resilience
Technology has been a driving force in shaping the Indian industry, enabling greater efficiency, scalability and accessibility. However, with swift technological advancements, protection of IT infrastructure and data has become a key concern for industries across every sector. While digitization is the need of the hour, it has also exposed…
GST 2.0: A tax reform that could deliver a more competitive India
The announcement of next-generation goods and services tax (GST) reforms by India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the occasion of our 79th Independence Day is a landmark moment for the nation. Eight years after the historic implementation of GST, which subsumed a complex web of indirect taxes into a unified…
Manufacturing Competitiveness Yields Growth, Jobs and Resilience
Manufacturing competitiveness yields growth, jobs and resilience India stands at a pivotal moment in its economic trajectory. With the global manufacturing landscape undergoing a strategic realignment, India is uniquely positioned to emerge as a key player in global supply chains. This transformation can anchor long-term economic growth, generate large-scale employment…
6G and the Future of Smart Manufacturing in India
As 5G networks continue rolling out in India, the nation is already laying the groundwork for the next revolution in connectivity – 6G. 6G technology, with its promise of ultra-high-speed connectivity, ultra-low latency, and intelligent network capabilities, is poised to revolutionize smart manufacturing in India. It will offer speeds up…
Skilling India’s Youth for an AI-Driven Tomorrow
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the World Youth Skills Day (WYSD), which was declared by the United Nations General Assembly in 2014. As AI and advancements in technology are reshaping our world, this year’s theme, “Youth Empowerment Through AI and Digital Skills” aligns with this transformation and urges…
Social Media As A Catalyst For Sustainable Consumption In India
As India advances its sustainable development agenda, social media has emerged as a powerful driver of sustainable consumption, enabling citizens to make informed and responsible choices. Beyond entertainment and social networking, these platforms have evolved into essential channels for creating environmental awareness, fostering ethical consumption habits, and encouraging industry-wide sustainability…
Resilience in the Digital Age
In an era where digital transformation is redefining how businesses operate, the threat landscape is evolving just as rapidly. Cyber resilience is no longer confined to the IT Departments of companies, but has moved to their boardrooms and c-suites as well. Cyber risks are not just operational hazards of businesses,…
Healthcare for Viksit Bharat
Over the last 75 years, India has taken important strides towards enabling access and affordability to quality care. Various initiatives, including the Ayushman Bharat PM Jan Arogya Yojana reflect India’s commitments towards ‘Health For All’. Despite significant progress, the shifting demographics, growing burden of noncommunicable diseases alongside a growing ageing…
AI in Waste Management
Smart waste management systems are slowly replacing the traditionally manual and tedious job of handling, collecting and disposing of waste. These smart systems are not only solving the problem that has long plagued waste management, but also introducing greater efficiency, sustainability and data-driven decision making. For the longest time, manual…