10 Best Corporate Leaders in Asia 2024
10 Best Corporate Leaders in Asia 2024 In the heart of Asia’s dynamic economy, where innovation meets resilience, extraordinary leaders are shaping the future. TradeFlock’s “10 Best Corporate Leaders in Asia 2024” celebrates the visionaries driving transformation across industries worth over $10 trillion. This edition takes you inside the minds of these trailblazers, uncovering the…
A Royal Decree: The Capital Shift from Calcutta to Delhi
History is often marked by transformative decisions that define the trajectory of nations. One such meaningful event occurred on December 12, 1911, when King George V, during the Delhi Durbar, announced the transfer of the capital of British India from Calcutta (now Kolkata) to Delhi. This strategic move was a significant political manoeuvre and a…
KreditBee: Democratizing Credit for India’s Young Professionals
In 2018, the financial landscape of India was very different, and there was a critical gap in the financial ecosystem, i.e., the lack of easy access to instant personal loans for young professionals. This is when one of India’s top start-ups came to the rescue. KreditBee, a young startup, entered the market to fill the…
Leadership Lessons from Nandan Nilekani: Architect of India’s Digital Revolution
India’s rapid adoption of digital payments has captivated global observers, transforming everyday transactions for over a billion people. At the centre of this technological surge is the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), a real-time payment system that has redefined financial transactions. Between 2016 and 2023, UPI revolutionised India’s payment ecosystem, driving exponential growth in digital transactions—recording…
Manmohan Singh Dies At 92: Government Declares Mourning
Manmohan Singh, India’s former Prime Minister and one of the finest economists, passed away Thursday night at AIIMS Delhi at 92. He joined the Indian government as an economic advisor in 1971 in the commerce ministry. Born in 1932 in Punjab, Manmohan Singh served India as prime minister between 2004 and 2014. Manmohan Singh retired…
Indian Telecom Industry Faces A 33 Lakh Subscriber Dip
The TRAI (Telecom Regulatory Authority of India) recently released its subscription data for October 2024. This data shows a decline of 33 lakh active subscribers across the country. Including wireless and wireline, telephone subscriber count stood at 1,188.20 million until October 31, 2024, reflecting a 0.21% monthly decline rate. In addition, India’s broadband sector witnessed…
Shashank Shekhar
From Sales to Strategic Leadership Shashank Shekhar General Manager Marketing, Communication & Business Strategy, Weichai India Navigating the dynamics of sales, marketing, and business development requires both adaptability and strategic foresight. Shashank Shekhar, GM—Marketing, Communication & Business Strategy at Weichai India, exemplifies these qualities with 19 years of experience. His transition from a salesfocused role…
Rohit Pareek
The strategic vision behind the success of BSTL PIPES & SATYAM PIPES Rohit Pareek Head – Strategy and Business Development SATYAM STEEL Coming from a traditional Marwari family, Rohit Pareek’s career path was initially met with resistance, as the expectation in his community is often to pursue entrepreneurship. However, Rohit chose a different route, stepping…
Ankita Srivastava
Empowering with Trusted Health Information Ankita Srivastava General Manage (Product & Strategy) The Healthy Indian Project The rampant spread of health misinformation is one of the biggest challenges Ankita Srivastava faces as General Manager (Product & Strategy) at The Healthy Indian Project (THIP). The rapid dissemination of inaccurate information across digital platforms, coupled with the…
All In, No Holds Barred: What Made Regulators Go Cranky On Fintech Industry
As the country’s fintech absorption has become more immersive, financial fraud in India has become more prevalent. Fraud has significant ramifications for the individuals involved and the entire fintech ecosystem. The damage caused by fraud undermines consumer trust, stalling further adoption of digital financial services, especially in rural and semi-urban areas where trust in digital…