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REACHING FOR THE COUNTERS

DESPITE HEALTH CONCERNS, THE INCREASING POPULARITY OF OTC DRUGS HAS LED TO PHARMA MAJORS SEIZING THE CHANCE TO DIVERSIFY THEIR REVENUE STREAMS. THE RISING POPULARITY OF SKINCARE AND PERSONAL HEALTH HAS LED TO EASY ACCESS OF SEVERAL DERMATOLOGICAL PRODUCTS. FROM D2C BRANDS TO ESTABLISHED PLAYERS, PHARMA COMPANIES ARE LOOKING TO BITE INTO THE PIE

the art of time

THE SIXTH EDITION OF THE LVMH WATCH WEEK WAS HELD IN NEW YORK AND PARIS RECENTLY. WE LOOK AT SOME OF THE LATEST CREATIONS SHOWCASED

Celestial Disruption

ASTROLOGY, OR THE STUDY OF THE FUTURE FORETOLD BY CELESTIAL BODIES, IS EXPERIENCING A COSMIC TRANSFORMATION, FUELLED BY DIGITAL DISRUPTION, ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE, AND A $7-BILLION FAITH MARKET

"MANUFACTURING HAS MOVED TO THE FOREFRONT"

Rahul Jain, BCG India Head, on the future of manufacturing, how India can capitalise on global trends and more

"Reignite the spirit of ownership"

Mankind Pharma is an Indian multinational pharmaceutical and healthcare product company

TRICITY TRIUMPHS

CHANDIGARH, MOHALI & PANCHKULA DELIVERED SOME OF THE LONGEST DRIVES THIS SEASON

"AIM TO TRIPLE PROFITS TO ₹2,500 CRORE BY FY28”

Anand Roy, MD and CEO of Star Health Insurance, on the future of the company, challenges in the health insurance sector, and more

WHITHER THE RUPEE?

THE RUPEE HAS DECLINED SHARPLY ALONG WITH OTHER CURRENCIES AS THE DOLLAR HAS STRENGTHENED AFTER DONALD TRUMP TOOK OFFICE AS THE PRESIDENT OF THE US. WILL THE RUPEE CONTINUE TO DEPRECIATE AND WHAT WILL THE IMPACT BE ON INDIA'S ECONOMY?

"Some of our states have to introspect and get their act together"

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on the measures announced in the recent Budget, India's growth prospects, global uncertainty and more

ZOMATO REBRANDED: More Than Just Delivery

With Blinkit growing rapidly, renaming Zomato to Eternal drives home the multifaceted nature of business

WILD RIDE FOR ₹ TO CONTINUE?

RBI may go easy on the rupee and give priority to domestic issues. The fuss over the rupee's level should end

Nothing Budget About Airfares

Rising demand, limited capacities, and strategic pricing by airlines have contributed to the surge in air ticket prices

CONFLUENCE OF NOTES

Radico Khaitan's Sangam World Malt Whisky, which was launched in 2024, has garnered international acclaim, and is now making a splash in the Indian market as well

INDIA-US TRADE: TRADE TIED

PM Modi's meeting with US President Trump has boosted hopes of deeper trade and investment ties between the two countries. But the US' plan to levy reciprocal tariffs may endanger that

"IF ANYONE WANTS TO INVEST, COME TO HYDERABAD"

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy's global ambitions, AI, green energy, and how Hyderabad is positioning itself as a premier business and innovation hub

Where Food Meets Magic

THE FOOD AT THE ROCA BROTHERS' RESTAURANT IN GIRONA TRANSCENDS THE ORDINARY TO BECOME PURE MAGIC

"INDIA SHOULD CONSIDER LAND POOLING MODEL"

Andhra Pradesh (AP) minister Nara Lokesh talks about what governments can learn from the state about overcoming the land availability challenge

Breaking Barriers: The Extraordinary Journey of Pulkit Prakash

In an era where success often seems predetermined by privilege, Pulkit Prakash's journey from modest beginnings to legal eminence challenges conventional narratives. His remarkable transformation into the founding partner of Niti Bodh, a prestigious law firm, demonstrates how unwavering determination can reshape destinies.

"Keep the company's imperatives in mind first"

Westlife Foodworld Limited is a fast food restaurant holding company

Beyond the Scalpel: How Dr. Unmesh Takalkar Revolutionized Healthcare in Central Maharashtra

In an era where medical excellence often leads to overseas opportunities, one doctor chose a different path - transforming his homeland's healthcare landscape instead of seeking personal fortune abroad. Dr. Unmesh Vidyadhar Takalkar's journey from a bright medical student to a pioneering healthcare visionary in Marathwada stands as a testament to the power of purpose-driven leadership.

"Fils WILL MAKE A COMEBACK, MAYBE THIS YEAR"

Veteran investor Madhusudan Kela, Founder of MK Ventures, on Union Budget 2025-26, the future trajectory of the market, the Indian economy and more

"TAX CUT TO PUT MONEY INTO PEOPLES' HANDS"

Tuhin Kanta Pandey, Finance and Revenue Secretary, and Arunish Chawla, Secretary of DIPAM, explain the macro philosophy of the Budget

A BONANZA FOR THE MIDDLE CLASS

THE GOVERNMENT INCREASED THE TAX EXEMPTION LIMIT TO 12 LAKH AND REVISED RATES LOWER UNDER THE NEW TAX REGIME IN THE BUDGET FOR FY26. WITH A NEW INCOME TAX BILL ON THE WAY, WHAT DO THE MEASURES MEAN FOR TAXPAYERS?

Expect Private Investment Cycle To Pick Up

The government's budgetary strategy focusses on modification and moderation, a fine balance between the long term and the short term

RentenPe: Revolutionizing Rent Payments with India's First Rent Credit Score

RentenPe, India's pioneering rental fintech platform, transforms rent payments into financial opportunities by introducing the country's first Rent Credit Score. Founded by automotive leaders Sharad Kachalia and Sarika Shetty, the startup empowers urban renters to leverage their consistent rent payments as a pathway to improve financial credibility and potential homeownership.

"PLANNING ₹10-LAKH CRORE INVESTMENT IN GREEN HYDROGEN"

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu targets a robust 15% growth

SWIGGY'S PUSH FOR PROFITS

AFTER FOOD DELIVERY PLATFORM SWIGGY'S LISTING, THE FOCUS HAS SHIFTED BACK TO HOW ITS BUSINESSES, INCLUDING THE NASCENT QUICK COMMERCE FORAY THROUGH INSTAMART, CAN GET PROFITABLE. IT NEEDS TO MOVE FAST BECAUSE THE COMPETITION IS HEATING UP

A Very Well-Crafted Budget

The release of ₹1 lakh crore is a booster for consumption and savings, depending on how the taxpayer uses this benefit

PM's Mission: India's Strategic Battle Against Obesity

India stands at a pivotal crossroads in its struggle against obesity, a burgeoning public health crisis that threatens not only individual well-being but also the nation's economic and social fabric.

"DEREGULATION WILL LEAD TO MORE EMPLOYMENT"

V. Anantha Nageswaran, Chief Economic Advisor, talks about chasing an 8% growth rate, deregulation, and other key topics in the Economic Survey 2024-25