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On a High-Growth Trajectory
Dalal Street Investment Journal

On a High-Growth Trajectory

The Indian chemical sector is a major contributor to the nation's economic engine, contributing 7 per cent to the GDP. Encompassing a diverse range of products from bulk chemicals and fertilisers to speciality chemicals, petrochemicals and polymers the industry caters to various downstream sectors.

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July 1, 2024
Brighten Your Child's Future With Mutual Funds
Dalal Street Investment Journal

Brighten Your Child's Future With Mutual Funds

As parents, we understand the profound importance of our children's wellbeing and development.

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July 1, 2024
A Rising Demand Curve
Dalal Street Investment Journal

A Rising Demand Curve

The consumer durables industry is categorised primarily into two segments by product categories: major appliances and small domestic appliances.

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July 1, 2024
On the Move
Dalal Street Investment Journal

On the Move

FY 2023-24 was a year of record results and growth for the tourism industry, driven by favourable demographics, increasing employment, higher disposable incomes of a young middle class, robust domestic demand, increased investments and improving infrastructure and connectivity.

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July 1, 2024
Is Your Castle Built on Sand? Ditch Traditional Security for Zero Trust
DataQuest

Is Your Castle Built on Sand? Ditch Traditional Security for Zero Trust

The walls can't keep them out anymore. Zero Trust is a security model built for today's threats. Learn how to continuously verify users, protect critical assets, and achieve a balance between security and user experience.

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July 2024
The Future of Business: How Cloud and AI Are Reshaping Industries
DataQuest

The Future of Business: How Cloud and AI Are Reshaping Industries

In today's hyper-competitive business landscape, staying ahead of the curve demands embracing cutting-edge technologies. Cloud computing and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are two forces rapidly transforming how companies operate and compete. But harnessing their full potential requires careful integration. This is where the hidden complexities arise, particularly in data management. Our interview with Anant Adya, EVP and Service Offering Head at Infosys, sheds light on these challenges and explores how businesses can navigate a successful cloud and AI transformation journey.

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July 2024
Conquering the Security Trifecta: Top CISO Concerns and some actionable recommendations
DataQuest

Conquering the Security Trifecta: Top CISO Concerns and some actionable recommendations

CISOS are the guardians of an organization's digital fort. They face a relentless barrage of threats, from ever-evolving cyber-attacks to the ever-expanding attack surface created by cloud adoption and remote workforces. Securing both IT and OT environments requires a multifaceted approach that addresses unique vulnerabilities and fosters collaboration across traditionally siloed departments.

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July 2024
BFSI and Security: Will The Wine Glass Stay?
DataQuest

BFSI and Security: Will The Wine Glass Stay?

Being especially fragile to security blows, the need for extra care on collaboration, collective intelligence and insider threat mitigation only grows higher and higher for BFSI. Is the duct tape coming in?

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July 2024
The Data Airlift- From Choppy Skies to an Al-steered Future
DataQuest

The Data Airlift- From Choppy Skies to an Al-steered Future

There is a 'g' in Air India's flight in the AI firmament. It stands as much for Generative AI as it does for the polite-yet-reliable posture that this Indian aviation front-runner has always been synonymous with. World's first Gen AI Chatbot for an airline and a data-savvy Maharaja- looks like Air India is all set for a 'wheels up' moment on the tech runway. And with tight seatbelts on - when it comes to data safety, trust and security.

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July 2024
CXOs on High Alert: Tackling Cybersecurity in the Age of AI
DataQuest

CXOs on High Alert: Tackling Cybersecurity in the Age of AI

The rapid advancements in generative AI technologies have significantly impacted the cybersecurity landscape, presenting both opportunities and challenges for CXOs. As cybercriminals leverage AI to develop more sophisticated attacks, business leaders are prioritizing robust cybersecurity strategies to protect their organizations' data and assets. Understanding and addressing the implications of generative AI in cybersecurity has become essential for effective risk management and organizational resilience.

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July 2024
India's Data Privacy Landscape: A Balancing Act
DataQuest

India's Data Privacy Landscape: A Balancing Act

The Indian Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act 2023 aims to bridge the gap between the stringent EU GDPR and the fragmented US privacy laws. By emphasizing consent and transparency while allowing flexibility for legitimate data uses, the DPDP Act seeks to protect personal data, empower individuals, and foster innovation, positioning India as a global leader in data protection and digital economy growth.

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July 2024
Technology Beyond 'Code Blue'
DataQuest

Technology Beyond 'Code Blue'

Technology for preventive healthcare. Don't come to us - says this healthcare major. Possible? How does that work?

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July 2024
Championing Diversity and Security: Jenny Brinkley on AWS's Strategic Vision for Cybersecurity
DataQuest

Championing Diversity and Security: Jenny Brinkley on AWS's Strategic Vision for Cybersecurity

Key Insights from Jenny Brinkley on AWS Security Strategies and DEI at AWS re:Inforce 2024

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July 2024
Trust and Security- It's all about 'grounding' of data
DataQuest

Trust and Security- It's all about 'grounding' of data

At the Salesforce World Tour Essentials India 2024 in Mumbai recently, Deepak Pargaonkar, VP, Solution Engineering, Salesforce India unpacked some doubts, scenarios, possibilities and realities that emerge wherever data and security, information and trust, intelligence and safety intersect. Excerpts.

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July 2024
You add 3, you get 33
DataQuest

You add 3, you get 33

Nidhi Srivastava, Head, AI.Cloud Offerings, TCS in conversation with Minu Sirsalewala, Executive Editor, Dataquest, where she spells out how AI scaling will take its own horizontal and vertical paths ahead, and why we are still about to see real winners beyond all the noise and hype.

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July 2024
A SHOW OF INTENT
Cruising Heights

A SHOW OF INTENT

The Farnborough International Airshow will be a showcase of the global recovery in air travel and the industry's sustainability focus, special report by MIKE RAJKUMAR

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July 2024
FRESH FACES, NEW BEGINNINGS: ADDRESSING INDIA'S CIVIL AVIATION CHALLENGES
Cruising Heights

FRESH FACES, NEW BEGINNINGS: ADDRESSING INDIA'S CIVIL AVIATION CHALLENGES

The recent reshuffle in India's Civil Aviation Ministry brings new, young leaders tasked with tackling long-standing and emerging challenges. Will this fresh leadership rejuvenate the ministry and drive growth in the aviation sector will be keenly watched. They face the critical task of improving infrastructure, addressing manpower shortages, reducing operational costs, and enhancing regional connectivity, explains AMEYA JOSHI

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July 2024
DELHI LAUNCHES FTI-TTP: BIOMETRIC KIOSKS TO SPEED IMMIGRATION
Cruising Heights

DELHI LAUNCHES FTI-TTP: BIOMETRIC KIOSKS TO SPEED IMMIGRATION

Delhi airport launches Trusted Traveller Programme it is transformative in nature and will completely overall the process of immigration and check-in at India's busiest and largest airport.

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July 2024
INDIA'S MRO SECTOR: FIXING THE FLAWS
Cruising Heights

INDIA'S MRO SECTOR: FIXING THE FLAWS

As the Indian MRO industry gears up for rapid growth, bolstered by a booming aviation market, it is imperative to address several challenges as well to build a strong, self-reliant ecosystem.

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July 2024
Skytrax Awards: Qatar Airways soars to top
Cruising Heights

Skytrax Awards: Qatar Airways soars to top

In a stunning repeat performance, Qatar Airways once again soared to the top of the aviation industry, clinching its position in the competition for the title of World's Best Airline for an unprecedented eighth time.

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July 2024
A PARTNERSHIP FOR THE AGES
Cruising Heights

A PARTNERSHIP FOR THE AGES

CFM International is entering its 50th year of operations and is now the dominant player in the Indian aeroengine market, as detailed in a report by ATUL CHANDRA.

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July 2024
EMERGING OPPORTUNITY
Cruising Heights

EMERGING OPPORTUNITY

IndiGo is looking for more regional transport aircraft, will it continue with ATR or opt for jet powered alternatives. A special report by ATUL CHANDRA.

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July 2024
CHARTING THROUGH HEADWINDS
Cruising Heights

CHARTING THROUGH HEADWINDS

The emerging airports of Noida and Navi Mumbai are expected to redefine India's flight path, aligning with the nation's aspirations to connect, thrive, and soar in the skies. However, several critical challenges threaten the success of this multi-airport model, including inadequate forward planning, connectivity issues, and concerns over commercial viability. An in-depth report by VISHAL DUGGAL.

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July 2024
ICICI Bank introduces 'SmartLock', a unique safety measure on iMobile Pay
BANKING FINANCE

ICICI Bank introduces 'SmartLock', a unique safety measure on iMobile Pay

ICICI Bank announced that it has launched 'SmartLock', a unique safety measure to enable its customers to lock/unlock A multiple banking services instantly, without seeking the help from a customer care executive through phone or e-mail.

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July 2024
EMPOWERING ACCESSIBILITY THROUGH AI IN BANKING: REVOLUTIONIZING ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES
BANKING FINANCE

EMPOWERING ACCESSIBILITY THROUGH AI IN BANKING: REVOLUTIONIZING ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES

Introduction - Artificial intelligence (AI) is the field of computer science that aims to create machines and systems that can perform tasks that normally require human intelligence, such as perception, reasoning, learning, decision making, and natural language processing.

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July 2024
FROM CONCEPT TO REALITY: LARGE ACTION MODELS (LAMS) AND THE EVOLUTION OF AI
BANKING FINANCE

FROM CONCEPT TO REALITY: LARGE ACTION MODELS (LAMS) AND THE EVOLUTION OF AI

Introduction - In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), a transformative paradigm shift is underway with the emergence of Large Action Models (LAMS). These cuttingedge AI systems represent a monumental leap forward from their predecessors, Large Language Models (LLMs), by imbuing AI with the capability not only to understand language but also to execute complex tasks autonomously.

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July 2024
India Exim Bank opens its East Africa representative office in Nairobi, Kenya
BANKING FINANCE

India Exim Bank opens its East Africa representative office in Nairobi, Kenya

Export-Import Bank of India (India Exim Bank) on May 31, 2024, inaugurated the East Africa Representative Office in Nairobi, Kenya in the gracious presence of H.E. Dr. Musalia Mudavadi, Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, Republic of Kenya; Dr. Vivek Joshi, Secretary, Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance, Government of India; H.E. Ms. Namgya C. Khampa, High Commissioner of India to Kenya; and Ms. Harsha Bangari, Managing Director, India Exim Bank.

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July 2024
Indian Bank observes International Day of Yoga
BANKING FINANCE

Indian Bank observes International Day of Yoga

Indian Bank, observed the 10th International Day of Yoga with the central theme, 'Yoga for self and society'.

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July 2024
World MSME Day: HDFC Bank Empowers MSMEs with Special Knowledge Sessions
BANKING FINANCE

World MSME Day: HDFC Bank Empowers MSMEs with Special Knowledge Sessions

Ahead of World MSME Day, HDFC Bank started an exclusive campaign for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), to provide an impetus to businesses in deeper geographies. The campaign aims to spread awareness on various banking products and services, government policies for MSMEs and encourage them to adopt digitisation in their business dealings.

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July 2024
PHISHING- A SOCIAL ENGINEERING TECHNIQUE AND WAYS TO DEAL WITH IT
BANKING FINANCE

PHISHING- A SOCIAL ENGINEERING TECHNIQUE AND WAYS TO DEAL WITH IT

In this era, where we are in a world which can't be imagined without use of technology in all facets of banking, the biggest challenge that needs to be addressed is various social engineering techniques used with mala fide intention, which costs people their hard earned money. There are various ways in which social engineering techniques are used to cheat people like phishing, baiting, spoofing etc.

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July 2024