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LEADING THE PACK IN PET CARE INNOVATION

Setting a benchmark with a $60m investment from L Catterton, SHASHANK SINHA, CEO of Drools Pet Food, talks of the industry's appeal to investors, the benefits of the startup surge, and the brand's visible role in this thriving industry

IMPROVING CONNECTIVITY BETWEEN SUBURBS

URBAN AREAS have been epicentres of economic activity since the dawn of humanity. Closest to us, San Francisco is the home of OpenAI, X (formerly Twitter), Salesforce, and Uber to name a few. The city remains synonymous with innovation and entrepreneurial dynamism. However, the tech industry is not limited to the city – Google, Meta, and Apple are all headquartered in the city’s suburbs.

The Menace of Inflated MRPS on Medicines

THERE ARE SO MANY problems with our ‘Healthcare’ system that I am at a loss, where to begin. From crowds at the iconic AIIMS as well as major private hospitals, mortally sick patients being turned away either for want of money or due to shortage of beds, babies delivered outside hospital doors, fake medicines to unnecessary diagnostic tests and even surgeries, rampant kickbacks; there are all kinds of stories floating around.

The Tough Task of Managing Differences

EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP is not just the ability to steer a ship but also the capacity to navigate the diverse currents of talent, perspectives, and experiences that shape teams. Managing differences is not just a challenge but an opportunity for growth and innovation. Managing differences requires a delicate balance of empathy, open-mindedness, and effective communication.

BARKING UP THE RIGHT TREE: MARS PETCARE'S INVESTMENT & INNOVATION

In an exclusive conversation with BW Businessworld, SALIL MURTHY, Managing Director of Mars Petcare India, analyses the growth of India's pet care sector.

PREMNATH PARAVATH & KIRAN JAMES THE TECH-FORWARD SUSTAINABILITY LEADERS

What if the future of signage wasn't just about visibility but about a whole new era of innovation? The answer lies in Qwatt Technologies, the brainchild of Kiran James and Premnath Parayath who are on a mission to transform the signage landscape through cutting-edge innovation.

HOW DO YOU DEVELOP A WINNING BUSINESS EXPANSION PLAN?

Running a business can be tough, especially in today's times when numerous options abound. Many businesses grapple with the fundamental challenge of boosting their sales, reaching the target market and growing their business.

ALEFIYA SINGH THE TRAVELPRENEUR EXTRAORDINAIRE

Travelling opens up a world of its own, where experiences shape memories and destinations leave lasting impressions.

NUTAN RAI THE MAESTRO OF ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS

Attached to the ground and aiming for the sky” is the guiding principle that Nutan Rai, the brain behind a renowned engineering firm, follows wholeheartedly.

MOHD SHAKIR ANWAR THE TRANSFORMATIVE LEADER

Competition reigns supreme in today's world where businesses struggle to stay ahead of the curve.

AN UNEQUAL BUSINESS

Running medium and small enterprises presents its own set of challenges, chiefly difficulties in accessing formal finance. But for women entrepreneurs, overcoming these challenges becomes even more difficult due to the gender gap

GETTING THERE

Domestic air travel is set to expand in a big way with a clutch of regional carriers taking to the skies connecting smaller towns and cities with the metros

COLLABORATIVE GROWTH & PET CARE STARTUP BOOM

Supertails sees the uptick in startups as an indication of the pet care industry's growth and vitality. The founders welcome other startups as partners to raise standards, innovate, and meet evolving pet parent needs of a growing industry

FROM FURRY FRIENDS TO FLOURISHING BUSINESS

RASHI SANON NARANG, Founder, Heads Up For Tails traces India's pet care sector's evolution, spotlighting its market factors, tech integration and future prospects

The importance of integrating AI with existing business functions and tools

Arun 'Rak' Ramchandran, President & Global Head - Consulting & GenAl Practice, Hi-Tech & Professional Services, Hexaware, talks about their GenAl solutions, LLMs, data, cloud, privacy, and sustainability.

The emergence of super apps calls for better digital experiences

Rising consumer demand for seamless digital experiences is driving the emergence of super apps, but reliability remains a key challenge

"Ciena is widely known for advancements in optical technology"

As the Vice President and Sales Leader for India, Amit Malik is responsible for driving Ciena's sales strategy in India, a key growth market for the company.

Sideloading: A 'hole' new mobile security debate

As the world waits for Apple stance on Sideloading, it is a good time to unpack doubts, trends, and possibilities around it

From a garage startup to a $2-trillion tech giant

Nvidia's journey from a modest start-up to becoming a trillion-dollar giant is a testament to its vision, and ability to adapt to a fast-paced market

"Data centre is the new Gold Souk for India"

We engage in product development and design for OEMs in the telecom domain, covering core networks, Open RAN, and telecom infrastructure.

A Rs 45,000-crore survival act

With a plan to raise substantial funds, Vodafone-Idea aims to revitalise its struggling telecom business and compete in the 5G era. Will it work?

The first 'fab' step forward

India's first chip fabrication plant marks a pivotal step towards self-reliance in electronics. Here is how it will impact the communication sector

Pairing Products, Spiralling Synergies

FAST MOVING CONSUMER Goods (FMCG) companies, selling consumer goods, are well aware of the need for multiple brands of the same basic product. While these may seem to compete with each other, actually they are complementary, filling price or perception gaps in the product space.

Fighting with Five Swords

HERE’S AN INTERESTING company called Intercom that I hadn’t heard of, until recently.

CHARTING A PATHWAY TO PROSPERITY AND DEVELOPMENT

INDIA STANDS AT THE PRECIPICE of an epochal transformation and is poised to emerge as a developed economy within the next quartercentury.

BUDGET 2024: We Need a System Thinking Approach to Rescript the India Story

While the nation is caught up in election fever, let us focus on the 2024 interim Union Budget presented by the Union Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman. This could be a game-changing budget to rescript India’s growth story.

ZIGLY'S DRIVE FROM DISARRAY TO ORGANISED PET CARE

During a conversation with BW Business world, PANKAJ PODDAR, Group CEO of Zigly's parent company, Cosmo First, delves into the industry's increasing allure to international investors, shedding light on the startup's contribution to this trend

CARVING A NICHE IN THE PET CARE BOOM

With a remarkable turnout of over 20,000 attendees in its early stages, Pet Fed has swiftly become India's leading pet festival.

Challenges of Being Human: A Path to Collective Good

THROUGHOUT history, individuals have grappled with the challenge of balancing personal interests with societal well-being. Unfortunately, pervasive negativity, cynicism, and self-serving attitudes often overshadow our interactions, hindering our ability to prioritise broader societal concerns.

India's Five Turning Points

INDIA IN 1947 was not expected by many to survive as an independent nation. The departing British thought it would fragment along ethnic, linguistic and regional lines. The more benign Americans believed democracy in an impoverished country would be hard to sustain.