Mumbai grown, ‘Made in India’, now a global gold standard in visa outsourcing, VFS Global, […]
Year: 2023
First Look Images of the New Ayodhya in the Making!
Temple town Ayodhya’s transformation is being viewed by the planners as possibly the “biggest transformation […]
Policy Making in Our Turbulent Times: Pro-active, Pragmatic and Prudent
It was like a year-end summing of what India has undergone through 2023, and what […]
Capturing Milestones. This year’s IFFI in Goa Celebrates New Cinema
The screens came down at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), a festive celebration […]
Polo: it’s Association with Indian Army and Cuban Habanos in India
Polo, celebrating the bond between Man and Animal One doesn’t need to be a sports […]
The ‘Agony’ after the ‘Ecstasy’ as Cricket India falter, Smashing A Billion Hopes!
The ‘ecstasy’ of the ten won games ended in ‘agony’ for a billion plus cricket […]
Indian Eco-system is Ripe to deliver World-class Cancer Cure!
The Hindustan Summit 2023 brought some interesting conversations into the national contention. One that caught […]
Caring for the Elderly
Awakening our Sensitivity towards Senior Citizens is the Need of the Hour. “India is at […]
A Life of Dignity for All
Muskaan, founded by Shanti Auluck, is an inspiring story of a mother driven by the […]
All-Electric Air Taxi Service Across India in 2026
A strategic initiative to provide an innovative and revolutionary urban alternative solution for the country. […]
One Good Reason to Head to South Goa!
You don’t need to wait for a reason to head to the South when next […]
The Beatles Mania is Back? With ‘Now and Then’
More people across the world have bonded over music, and when it came to the […]
“Modi the Challenge of 2024”: Book review by SK Misra
A very fascinating narrative of contemporary Indian politics by a well-known journalist, Minhaz Merchant who […]
NO Dream is Too Big! Book launch of GG Saxena
Effectively, it says to Dream is Good, and then only can we Deliver! Indeed, this […]
From Visitor to a Pilgrim: The Transformative World of Ajanta and Ellora Caves
Part of the geological heritage of the Indian Peninsula, the Western Ghats biodiversity hotspot hosts […]
Indian outbound travel in FY2030: Why International is the New Domestic?
Structural challenges that historically constrained India’s international market are gradually being dismantled, allowing a transformative […]
Consumer Appetite for Luxury Brands in India is fast Catching Up
The proliferation of consumer appetite for luxury brands in India is catching the attention of […]
US Fed November Policy: Analytics and Implications
The central banks across the world were largely on a rate hiking spree for the […]
The Icon Gets More Iconic!
Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has completed the renovation of the Taj Mahal hotel in Delhi. […]
PRS: the Luxury Icon, a Lesson in Ensuring Uncompromised Quality
I wrote a piece for the social media, the day PRS Oberoi passed on at […]
41 Precious Lives: Our National Consciousness Needs a New Awakening
It was that fateful day when the tunnel partially collapsed, with 41 construction workers trapped […]
The World at War: Challenges for India
Introduction Since the collapse of the Berlin Wall, the Western world has been harbouring an […]
PRS Passes on Leaving Behind the Richest Legacy
A legend passed on, this historic 14th November morning. PRS Oberoi is one of the […]
Typecast, No! Activist, Yes! There is More to Arjun Mathur
As a young Delhi boy, he decided to go into films, has done 35 projects […]
Hospitality is a Serious Business at InterGlobe Hotels
InterGlobe Hotels was launched in 2004 as a joint venture between InterGlobe Enterprises and Accor […]
The Kerala Model: Tourism and the State’s Economy
Kerala’s tourism has been essentially a rural tourism story! Not city based but experiential built […]
A New Concept of a ‘Distributed Hotel’ model in Kochi Street
The passion to innovate, think out of the box is never ending. Here is another […]
Indian Accent Now at JIO Centre!
What’s Unique? What is Quintessentially Manish Mehrotra? What is different at JIO Centre from what […]
Leela Hotels Keeps Alive the Spirit of Polo
It is the polo season again, and for the second year, Leela Hotels sponsored the […]
What’s ITC’s Journey in Responsible Tourism Means for Indian Hospitality!
Responsible Luxury has been the codename for all things at ITC Hotels! Going Green has […]
Mani Talk on Rajiv Gandhi, The PM and the Man
In conversation with Rahul Singh and Malavika Sangghvi, two notable journalists, at the Khushwant Singh […]
ASIAN GAMES’ Successes! Signs of a New Eco-system!
A new and developing eco-system that is more scientific, supportive and encouraging has shown positive […]
‘Bad’ Girl Indrani Mukerjea Talks with a Grit and Straight face!
It’s a tough one to swallow! After all the sinister references in full public gaze, […]
The Punjab Tango in Canada. A Conversation with Ujjal Dosanjh
Tracing the roots of the problem, and sharing some mistakes by one and all, where […]
Kasauli Remembers the Passions, Concerns and Values of Khushwant Singh
The 12th edition of the Khushwant Singh Literature Festival was a top seller event, with […]
Bihar Caste Census: A Political Masterstroke?
The recently released caste survey in Bihar has created political ripples. The move has the […]
Global Headwinds: Our Response and Its Ramifications
Bond yields will harden, cost of credit may go up for companies, crude price will […]
Journey of Indian Democracy as Witnessed through its Electoral System
A panel discussion marking the release of a book by Dr S Y Quraishi, former […]
Simplifying the War Games. What Next in the Israel-Hamas Story?
Too much is at stake for all concerned. This could become a yet another protracted […]
Delhi’s Skal Club Brings Three Authors on One Stage
Promoting tourism and friendship, uniting all sectors in the industry, Skal is an international association […]
Target: IMEEC and India’s Long-term Interests!
The Nijjar killing, the Gaza War and China’s Designs. An entire narrative is emerging that […]
Re-creating Memories of ‘Delhi Durbar’
An exhibition chronicles the material cultures of the three historic Delhi Durbars, put together by […]
Hotelier K B Kachru Celebrates his Five Decade long Journey in Hospitality
A hotelier with a conscience, with a true understanding of the nuts and bolts of […]
“Modi: From Vision to Reality”, Effectively Recalls the PM’s Contributions in India’s all-round Development
A new book, released by the former President Ram Kovind, brings together an interesting collection […]
Talking Geometry with Sanjay Bhattacharya
“From the very beginning I have been attracted to realism, and throughout my career I […]
India hosts the ODI Cricket World Cup. Will it be an encore?
The 2023 ODI World Cup is here! Sensational and salivating to even think about how […]
Robust Growth Ahead for Indian Aviation
Market Overview The Indian economy is characterized by rapid urbanization, a burgeoning middle-class, and a […]
The Way Forward for Heritage Tourism
Heritage tourism is presently at an interesting phase of development, when it should become more […]
The Importance of Indian Heritage as Tourism Assets
The new buzzwords in travel and tourism are ‘experiential’ and luxury. Elements are meant to […]
From a ‘khandar’ to a Majestic Fort: A Tale of Genius and Wizardry
In just two decades, what was once simply ruins of a few hundred years, this […]
India’s Bamboo Industry: An Effective Eco-system awaits a Second Coming!
India also happens to be the world’s second largest cultivator of bamboo after China, with […]
Senior Citizens Need a Better Deal in Life!
Jaya Bachan, MP and veteran film star, raised a very important issue in Parliament, on […]
India’s Maritime Glory, A Stitched ship to sail to South East Asia
Culture Ministry is collaborating with Indian Navy to bring back a stitched ship, of which […]
Pushing the PM’s Mandate; Modi has the Status to lead the Global South
As the Indian Sherpa, he had the mandate of the Prime Minister to achieve consensus, […]
Aviation will Ride the Economic Boom; India Ready to Become the Big Aviation Hub
What does this mean? It means we will organise a lot more jobs with one […]
The Making of Maruti and the Evolving Business of Building Cars in India
R C Bhargava, chairman, Maruti is conversation with Sumit Chaturvedi, Senior Business Editor, ET Now, […]
The Future of Business, the Next Decade!
Moderator Pranjal Sharma, Economic Analyst, Advisor and Author shared the platform with T V Narendran, […]
Aroon Purie Gets Lifetime Achievement Award from AIMA
AIMA awarded notable contributors RC Bhargava, Rohini Nilekani and Aroon Purie in their respective fields. […]
The Security Environment And India’s Defence Prepardness
The recently concluded G20 Summit at New Delhi brought many major militaries together. With robust […]
ONOE: A Reform that Needs more Reflection, Data and Debate
THE RECENTLY CONCLUDED special session of Parliament was “special” for what it achieved, and what […]
The G20 Success: India Did India Proud!
Despite dire predictions and odds right till the day of the G20 Summit on 9th […]
A Fair and Rule Based World Order, Should Apply to Us Equally
India’s External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, was at the UNGA last week, spelling out India’s […]
What Best Drives Samaaj, how Private Initiatives Drive Social Change
Rohini Nilekani in conversation with Sunil Kant Munjal, at the recently held AIMA Golden Jubilee […]
The ‘5 Eyesʼ and More! The Plot Thickens as Multiple Motives Emerge
This article says there has been a murder. It appears so far none of the […]
Network Experiences Holistically to Create More Jobs in the Name of ‘Tourism’, under a Nodal Agency!
What’s the road ahead for Indian Tourism? At an event to launch a book, “A […]
Employment can’t be treated merely as an Outcome of Growth Alone!
It is necessary to pursue employment as an independent objective and not have it as […]
Glorious Musings from Two Planets; Another Day Out for Indian Sports!
As Vikram took historic baby steps on a faraway planet, India’s sporting hero Neeraj Chopra […]
The Marriott Story So Far! Growth is the Common Factor Across Brands, Across Markets
We met with Ranju Alex, Area VP for Marriott International for India. Riding the high […]
ISKCON Mayapur: The Temple of the Millenium
The holiest of all places in entire India, Mayapur Chandrodaya Temple of ISKCON is the […]
India’s Progress in Tobacco Control: Good Going but More to GO
Who released a report on ‘Global Tobacco Pandemic Epidemic, 2023: Protect people from tobacco smoke’. […]
Energy versus Climate versus Growth
Energy versus Climate versus Growth This is perhaps one of the most central questions that […]
India over the Moon
Chandrayan 3 had 1.4 billion Indians literally over the moon. a tribute to isro and […]
The Summit is Here! India does well for G20
It has been a year-long festival with serious intent to bring the world together on […]
Electoral Reforms for a Greater Democracy
The Election Commission of India has for long been the shining symbol of democracy all […]
GDP Data – First cut-cautious Optimism
GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE The IMF’s WEO, July 2023 shows global growth is likely to fall from […]
Deep Space Activities: Artemis Accords: Why India should Join?
In the present day Geo- political environment India cannot join the China group nor will […]
The Challenges in Manipur. It is Critical that Resolution is Arrived at, Earliest
It is not always necessary to ask the question: who is right, who is wrong. […]
India’s Nuclear Strategy: Responsible. Resolute. Robust. Rugged
Introduction The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute’s (SIPRI) annual Yearbook 2023 assessment of the state […]
‘The Taj Magazine’ Celebrates its Golden Jubilee Issue
The celebrated Taj magazine, printed by IHCL, owners of brands like Taj, Vivanta, Ginger and […]
Discover Warsaw: The “Best European Destination 2023”
Immerse yourself in Warsaw’s vibrant fusion of cultures, where East meets West and where history […]
The Big Cat Chase: Nature’s Tussle for a Living and a Life
29th July is celebrated every year as Global Tiger Day, to raise awareness about this […]
Oud: India’s Fragrant Gift to Humanity
The scent synonymous with the Sheikhs, originated in India. We explore the saga of Oud, […]
IPL Business Enterprise Value Hits a Record US$ 15.4 Billion
Since its inception in 2008, the IPL has transcended the boundaries of traditional sports and […]
All Eyes upon Neeraj Chopra at the World Championships
The flamboyant star of Indian athletics is all set to compete later this month in […]
BCCI: Miles to Go Before We Sleep!
The BCCI was in the news recently once again – this time for getting the […]
The ‘Real’ Handbook on Indian Cuisine Makes its Mark
Bloomsbury has published this important milestone book of Indian cuisine, edited by Colleen Taylor Sen, […]
Havoc in the Hills: When will we Learn?
Nature has started reclaiming what was always rightfully hers. Respect that and do not provoke […]
Time for Corrective Action; It’s Now or Never!
This year’s monsoon arrived on time and promise not to leave early. Across the western […]
Reliance Industries and Nita Ambani bring 600 Years of Indian History to The Met
‘Tree & Serpent: Early Buddhist Art in India, 200 BCE–400 CE’ opened at The Metropolitan […]
Bharat Mandapam is an impressive statement for a new India
A new convention centre of this magnitude brings a new eco-system for the MICE industry […]
The Bomb, the Bank, the Mulla and the Poppies
Authored by Iqbal Chand Malhotra, released by Amitabh Kant, the book release event was marked […]
World Bank’s Ajay Banga is Upbeat on Indian Economy
Banga, 63, took over as the president of the World Bank last month, becoming the […]
Cynosure of All Eyes; the Indian Growth Story
It is as good a time as any for investing in the stock markets. A […]
‘ITC Hotels’ is Back to fulfil a new vision
With zero debt and a few thousand crores of assets on its balance sheet, ITC […]
The Ongoing Duel with the Dragon. The India China Border Disputes Linger On!
To begin with, the territorial dispute with the Dragon was not such a hostile affair. […]
Ayodhya Reborn: A Dedicated Team Works 24×7 to Complete the First Phase of the Ram Temple!
DI catches up with Nripendra Misra, Chairman, Ram Janmabhumi Trust, to understand the dynamics of […]
Indigo Ups the Ante with 500 Airbus Order
It is that crucial time when air transport needs to be recognised as essential mode […]
Zanskar The Uncharted Adventure Playground of India
Increased accessibility makes the destination within reach through both summer and winter. Make the most […]
At Home with himself and his Many Worlds
For friends of over 40 years, to meet formally is a challenge: where does one […]
Satwik-Chirag Mark a New Era in India’s Badminton Quest
The Indian duo win their maiden title in the 1000 series, marking a new chapter […]
A Quick Guide to Setting your Body Right, in Shape
Getting over the stress and fatigue, fighting the after effects of Covid 19, we bring […]
Taj’s ‘House of Ming’ Debuts in London at St James
With what thought has HOM come to London? It was re-invented in Delhi recently, as […]
Inbound Tourism Potential and the way Forward
SP Jain, CMD, Pride Hotels has been steadily expanding his chain of hotels across the […]
The What and How of Ayodhya’s Rejuvenation!
A Disneyland-type theme park named ‘Ramaland’, A grand temple, an international airport and a slew […]
OF SHRAVAN, SNAKES, NAGS, AND SARPAS
It is in these two holy months of Shravan that we worship snakes. It is […]
Tourism Needs its Own specific EPC
India’s Foreign Trade Policy for the year was unveiled on 31st Mar 2023, by Piyush Goyal, […]
Ramgarh Shekhawati: An Almost Forgotten Heritage
Ramgarh Shekhawati, an enchanting heritage town of wall frescoes, often known as the Open Art […]
Advertising that Records A History of Our Times
Sylvester daCunha, the creator of the Amul brand campaign featuring its iconic ‘Amul girl’ mascot, […]
Soul to Sole: Recycling Footwear for the Unshod
Two dynamic, young entrepreneurs, both from totally diverse backgrounds, have pioneered an eco-friendly enterprise, GreenSole, […]
India-US Coming Together: What’s Next?
Its Time Had Come, Given the Realities of the Emerging Global Order It is not […]
India-US Air Traffic: Destined to grow in coming months
With numerous agreements signed, a notable missing link was connectivity as perhaps our two countries […]
The WASP-BASH Tango the Evolving nature of Indian Engagement
The recently concluded India-US Summit is in a way a culmination of a long process […]
‘Even Sky is not the Limit for this Partnership’
PM Modi’s eighth visit to the US in nine years was a landmark in a […]
PMs VISIT TO US: BOTH SYMBOLIC and SUBSTANTIVE
Deterrence is always preferred to conflict, say the authors. Through this State visit deterrence has […]
The US Economy and Market Cycles
Since the start of Fed tightening in the first quarter of 2022, the most frequently […]
A Transparent Road Map for Managing our Currency Needed
After the withdrawal of `1000 and `500 notes, we introduced the 2000 rupee note; even […]
An aspirational IPL comes to an end Chennai proves to be the Super Kings!
IPL 2023 is over and done with, a nation of 1.4 billion turned up again […]
Energy of the private sector must be unleashed: Amitabh Kant
The author, Amitabh Kant, has seen it all during the last decade, from heading the […]
Leadership across parties must create a new era of dignity in public discourse
A new parliament is a great opportunity to make new rules of business. The time […]
The Bedi brothers in search of the snow leopards
Over the last four decades, Naresh and Rajesh Bedi have used their talents and energies […]
Discovering Murshidabad the crowning glory of the British Raj
In the annals of history, certain places stand as a testament to the grandeur and […]
Meet India’s ‘plogman’ Ripudaman Bevli
An engineer and Socialpreneur by profession. A marathoner and a traveller. Ripudaman Bevli is famed […]
Hospitality industry looks ahead, remains bullish on growth
Post the covid disruptions that cost the industry near death, there are signs of good […]
Regional in South Asia is extended domestic; sky’s the limit to its growth
Regional is King! Whether it is between Singapore and Malaysia, or within ASEAN. Or, within […]
Tobacco endgame will India achieve it?
ON THE OCCASION OF WORLD NO-TOBACCO DAY CELEBRATIONS! The tobacco epidemic is one of the […]
Unprecedented rush brings more investments into Kashmir hospitality
Why Kashmir, you might ask, as a venue for a G20 deliberation? The more obvious […]
India’s tight rope geopolitical walk is this the new order?
These are times when the global community is undergoing a churn. Multipolarity is the new […]
International settlement in the Indian rupee issues and challenges
Given the pressure on forex reserves and the volatility in the value of the rupee, […]
Not everywhere we will succeed, but we will win, says Tata Sons Chairman
N Chandrashekharan, chairman, Tata Sons, in the panel discussion in Mumbai, shared his belief that […]
Private sector will not let go of good business opportunities: Bajaj
There has been this ongoing debate that it is the government that has been front […]
Indian rupee has done well, it is time now for made in India
The RBI Governor, in his address, at the book launch in Mumbai, recalled his long […]
Strong Indian business is a critical component of national security
EAM Jaishankar at the launch of Amitabh Kant’s book, ‘Made in India’, says we should […]
I have done well; not happy with what I see around me: Sanjay Bhattacharya
He has been on the scene long enough; painted, exhibited and received numerous accolades. Today, […]
Museums: Yesterday, today & tomorrow
We are lagging behind in this vital ‘industry’: indeed, museums showcase a legacy of a […]
G20 narrative is pushing the India and south perspective: Amitabh Kant
In this conversation, India’s G20 Sherpa at the recent AIMA Annual Conclave in New Delhi, […]
In a parliamentary democracy let the will of the people decide upon issues. Parliament must decide on same-sex marriage
THOUGH THE ORIGINAL petitioners may genuinely have been looking to find a way to marry […]
Inbound tourism needs government support, IATO seeks PM’s intervention
It is an important moment in our history. We have undertaken numerous initiatives to augment […]
Analysing inflation and managing economic growth in the Indian context
Central Banks across global markets have raised lending rates to curb inflation. So has India, […]
Legacy is important, history matters to the future of the nation
Does History Matter? Yes, for some very good reasons, and every nation must have a […]
Building the future of digital payments
The two share a common pedigree! Belonging to the original two-wheeler world, those of Bajaj […]
Time for Delhi to become an international hub
Our airports are hubs already, making passengers conveniently transit to other destinations. This has been […]
Aviation poised to make US$ 1 trillion annual economy by FY2043
INDIA HAS TO ASPIRE TO THIS TRANSFORMATIVE VISION WHICH MUST BE SHARED BETWEEN GOVERNMENT AND […]
Hospitality poised for sustained growth
AS INDIA SURGES ON ITS ECONOMIC GROWTH; BOTH BUSINESS AND LEISURE TO REMAIN STRONG TAILWINDS […]
Pilibhit House presents a millets based healthy culinary affair
Haridwar’s luxurious address overlooking the majestic Ganges and surrounded by serenity of the Shivalik hills, […]
Drones are reshaping both industry and war: Here is how!
Drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), have become ubiquitous, offer diverse applications and can be […]
Planet Hollywood forays into India, announces Rohan Jetley to lead
In yet another proof of India’s attraction among global investors in hospitality, US major Planet […]
New generation robotics is leading a new leap of faith
LIKE LAPAROSCOPY WAS INTRODUCED SOME 30 YEARS AGO! New Generation robotic surgery is the new […]
It is ‘bhakti’ for me, more than singing
I CAN SENSE A WAVE OF PEOPLE FEELING MORE RELIGIOUS! His rendering is from the […]
Has the billion dollar baby enhanced its reputation?
The IPL story is ongoing as you read this update. More twists can be expected […]
‘Make frugal living fashionable’, before saving the earth, let us save ourselves
In this article, abridged from his presentation this year at Davos, he argues that while […]
Mann Ki Baat hits a crackling 100 of a social discourse
Read no more than this, in these episodes. It is the man, Narendra Modi, who […]
Domestic travel is the new springboard to better times!
Post Covid stops, Indian travel and tourism industry is witnessing an unprecedented splurge in domestic […]
Inja is the new destination dining experience
Making its home at iconic The Manor with an intriguing menu, INJA gives diners the […]
Pathan: the biggest blockbuster of all times
Pathan has ticked all the right boxes. Shah Rukh Khan is a rare actor that […]
Millets make a comeback as India’s ancient superfood
Going back to our roots has been this government’s multi-pronged effort, basic foods is among […]
The billions and the IPL story
2008. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. Zaheer Khan becomes the first ever wicket taker at the IPL’s […]
She remains ‘The Taj’: the ‘woman’ has arrived in our society
To mark the International Women’s Day, the Taj Group of Hotels organized an engaging seminar […]
India aviation outlook FY2024
CAPA India in its comprehensive report on India Aviation Outlook FY2024 expects domestic and international […]
Governance today: What it takes and how?
The occasion was the launch of former cabinet secretary K M Chandrasekhar’s book, “As Good […]
How to become a green hydrogen superpower
Green hydrogen will be a critical industrial fuel of the 21st century. India is well-positioned […]
