The reason why Indian CIOs need to establish AI Discipline before AI Speed
According to a sweeping report by EY and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), there is a phenomenal turning point with 47% Indian enterprises having more than one AI use case live in production. By comparison, 23% are at the pilot stage, indicating a clear progression from experimentation to implementation. However, with this acceleration, a…
Sumit
The CIO as Chief Breach Defender in India’s Digital Public Infrastructure Era
The Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), including UPI, Aadhaar-based authentication, DigiLocker, and an ever-expanding network of digital channels, has established the country as a global leader in delivering scalable digital services. However, the very features that make DPI so revolutionary, such as its widespread availability, seamless interoperability, and ability to process information in real time, also…
Himanshu
Navigating the 2025 C-Suite Agenda: CXOs’ Smart Tactics
Todays business world is really complex. Many things are connected, such as technology, money, and culture. This makes it hard to predict what will happen next. To do well, businesses need to make decisions quickly. These decisions help them work efficiently and ensure they use their resources effectively. CXOs face big challenges. These include: Balancing…
Leadership Lesson: VByju Raveendran, CEO, Byju’s
The story of Byju Raveendran is the business parable of modern India: a teacher-entrepreneur who built a category-defining edtech brand, only to encounter the strict realities of leverage, governance, and trust. At its peak, Byju personified its ambitious aims: international acquisitions, celebrity endorsements, and a bold promise to make learning addictive. At its lowest point,…
Abdullah Ansari
Is the Decision Power Game Slipping From CXOs?
If you are still using your 2020 magic wand and it’s misfiring, sit. Pause. And rethink. It is time for you to revisit the Ollivanders. Maybe that will enable you to break through the modern spells and charms, even in the business world. Today’s business leaders need to navigate a range of crises, from geopolitical…
Seetu kumar
5 Leadership Qualities Great Leaders Should Adopt in 2026
Every leader or mentor follows certain basic principles, intentionally or unintentionally, which form the foundation of the path to becoming a great leader. These leadership qualities include integrity, self-awareness, courage, respect, compassion, and resilience. While they may seem like the bare minimum, they are often hard to implement consistently in the long run. These…
Vipin
The Leadership Traits Modern Businesses Can No Longer Afford to Ignore
Curious why businesses are struggling right now? Sure, the economy isn’t helping. Neither is the market. Leadership is. Accountability in leadership is making or breaking businesses right now. Here’s why. According to research conducted by executives, trust dropped to just 29% among employees and managers, down from 46% just two years prior. That’s a massive…
John David
Leadership Lessons: Rahul Bajaj, Chairperson of the Bajaj Group
India has had few business leaders with the bravery, clarity, and conviction as deeply felt as Rahul Bajaj, the legendary Chairperson of the Bajaj Group. He is a giant in Indian industry and has not only built one of the most reputable conglomerates in the country but also redefined what principled leadership should look like…
Bhumika
Mental Health: Why Workplaces Must Rethink Performance
The global economic burden of mental illness was $2.5 trillion in 2010, predicted to rise to $6.1 trillion in 2030, mainly due to lost productivity like absenteeism and presenteeism. Depression and anxiety cost about $1 trillion annually, with 12 billion lost workdays. A survey found 71% of employees experience workplace stress, and 89% of those…
Leadership Lessons From K.V. KamathÂ
Padam Bhushan, Former MD & CEO of ICICI Bank, Ex. Chairman Infosys, Chairman and Independent Director of Jio Financial Services Limited “If I don’t have a candidate to replace you, your own growth is gone.” K.V. Kamath’s internal quote highlights the critical role of developing subordinates for both organisational and personal growth. He emphasises talent…
