Tech, Policy, and Power: Asia’s Renewable Energy TransformationÂ
In 2023, Asia accounted for nearly 55% of the global investment in energy transition, amounting to approximately $546 billion. This significant investment highlights the region’s commitment to reducing its reliance on fossil fuels and embracing renewable energy sources With its vast population and rapid economic growth, the region’s shift towards sustainable energy sources is not…
Himanshu
ASEAN’s Journey to Semiconductor Supremacy
Will ASEAN Countries Be Able To Stop China And The US? A Vietnamese company, Amkor Technology, is a global leader in outsourced semiconductor assembly and testing. In late 2023, they opened a state-of-the-art facility in Bac Ninh, Vietnam. The factory is projected to employ around 10,000 employees at full capacity, a sign that Southeast Asia,…
Bhumika
Bigbasket – Revolutionising Retail with a People-First Culture
From a modest start-up to becoming India’s largest online grocery platform, Bigbasket’s journey is inspiring and encouraging. What began in 2011 with a bold vision to simplify grocery shopping has today blossomed into a business powerhouse. The real driving force behind this growth, however, isn’t just its technological innovations or expansive product offerings—it’s the culture…
John David
Allianz Partners India: Building a People-First Insurance Powerhouse
With fierce competition for skilled professionals, an evolving regulatory landscape, and the need for continuous upskilling to meet technological advancements in insurance, insurance providers grapple with delivering an inclusive workplace experience to their workforce. Unlike its peers, Allianz Partners India has successfully navigated these challenges by fostering a culture of innovation and inclusivity, investing in…
First American: Setting New Standards in Workplace Innovation
Despite their critical role in financial stability, many financial solutions and insurance providers worldwide face significant hurdles in creating a positive work environment. Technological integration is one of the major issues as many companies struggle to modernise their legacy systems, which leads to inefficiencies and employee frustration. Cybersecurity threats are another concern, as the increasing…
Anil Ambani To Invest In Solar & Hydropower ProjectsÂ
The Indian business tycoon and the managing director of Reliance Group, Anil Ambani, has taken a bold move. He has announced a significant investment in Bhutan to plant 1270 megawatts of solar and hydroelectric power projects, which could entail investments of up to $1 billion.  Reliance Enterprises has partnered with Bhutan’s Druk Holding and Investments…
Shipra Prajapati
Automating Processes Virtually
The world is ready to embrace Industry 5.0, and it’s high time to eliminate manual processes, at least for repetitive tasks. India’s tech giant, Infosys, faced a difficult challenge in 2017. Hundreds of the company’s manual processes kept piling up across various departments, causing inefficiency, delays, and inconsistencies in service delivery and revenue. They realised…
ABHYUDAYA MITTAL
Blockchain Technology: A Boon for Security Worldwide?
It was 2018, and a big pharmaceutical company had just called back millions of heart medication tablets because they were contaminated with a carcinogenic substance. This news sent a shockwave across the world and questioned the integrity of the supply chain in the pharma industry. Despite many safeguards, the complexity of the supply chain allowed…
Abdullah Ansari
BharatGen: India’s Revolutionary AI Project
India is taking remarkable steps in artificial intelligence (AI) with the launch of BharatGen on Monday, 30 September 2024. The world’s first state-funded generative AI project is focused on Indian languages. Led by IIT Bombay under the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems, BharatGen aims to democratise AI with open-source models, enabling the creation of…
20 September 1904: The Wright Brothers’ Game-Changing FlightÂ
On September 20, 1904, the Wright brothers, Orville and Wilbur, achieved a monumental milestone in aviation history. On this day, Wilbur Wright successfully piloted the Flyer II aircraft in a complete circle, marking the first time an aeroplane had ever achieved such a feat. This historic flight took place at Huffman Prairie, a cow pasture…
Vipin