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AI & The Future of Management: An Entrepreneur's Guide
Watch Dr. Sayalee Gankar, Vice Chancellor of D Y Patil University decode how entrepreneurs can harness AI to lead, adapt, and build smarter ventures. >
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Oyo's Innov8 sells 3% stake at ₹1K cr valuation to expand co-working biz
OYO-owned co-working firm Innov8 has sold 3 per cent stake in the company to investors at a valuation of Rs 1,000 crore to expand its business amid rising demand of flexible workspace, according to sources. Raymond Family Office has emerged as the lead investor, acquiring nearly 2 per cent share, they added. Global travel tech platform OYO Group declined to comment. In January this year, Innov8 had raised Rs 110 crore from investors, diluting 10 per cent of its equity to a clutch of high-profile investors including family offices of Gauri Khan, Mankind Pharma, Rupa Group, and Jagruti Dalmia. Founded in 2015 by Ritesh Malik, Innov8 has more than 30 centres across 10 cities -- Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Mumbai, Pune, Chennai, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, and Indore. Innov8 has seen over 90 occupancies in its centres, driven by rising demand for flexible office spaces. It plans to reach 100 centres by end of this year. Innov8 has reported a profit after tax of Rs 62 crore for 2023
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CII Karnataka to drive AI-led growth, boost MSME and sunrise sectors
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), Karnataka announced on Thursday that it will focus on AI led transformation, sunrise sectors and MSMEs capacity building to enhance the state's competitiveness on the global stage. Our focus is to create a resilient and agile ecosystem that empowers industries to lead in strategic areas like semiconductors, design-led manufacturing, AI-powered production, and clean energy, said Rabindra Srikantan, Chairman of CII Karnataka and Founder and Managing Director, ASM Technologies Ltd. He was addressing a press briefing organised to discuss CII's roadmap to the future. A key pillar of this journey is the expansion of Global Capability Centres (GCCs), which are rapidly evolving from support hubs to strategic innovation engines across sectors, he added. According to him, CII Karnataka is working closely with government, academia, startups, and global partners to catalyse investment, foster deep-tech capabilities, and fast-track industrial ...
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Future-Proof Strategy: Leading with Clarity and Agility in a VUCA World
In this episode, Dr. Ketan Vira shares sharp insights on leading with clarity and agility in a VUCA world. A quick masterclass on future-proof strategy for students, managers, and entrepreneurs.
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B-School Success: Your 2-Year Playbook
Dr. Deependra Sharma, Dean at MIT-WPU, shares key skills, smart choices, and common pitfalls to help B-school students make the most of their 2-year journey.
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Zero-for-Zero Tariffs: Rethinking Trade Liberalization
In this SmartCut episode, Dr. Shikha Jain, Director of IMDR Pune, unpacks Zero-for-Zero Tariffs, their history, benefits, challenges, and why India needs to rethink trade liberalisation. >
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Darkness to Disruption: This CEO is Lighting Up Rural India and Africa
In this episode of Manager’s Mantra, Manoj Sinha, CEO of Husk Power Systems and TIME100 Climate Leader, shares how renewable energy and AI are lighting up rural India.
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How AI is transforming operations from startups to corporations
According to a 2025 report by McKinsey, 79 per cent of global executives say they have adopted AI in at least one business unit
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Business Lessons from Golf ft. Grant Thornton Bharat CEO
Discover how golf drives business success with insights from Grant Thornton Bharat. Ideal for entrepreneurs, B-schoolers, and managers.
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Skill Up, Cash In: Investment Hacks for India’s Next Gen MBAs
Harsh Thakrar (CA, CFA, NMIMS) shares smart strategies for B-school students to navigate and win in Indian financial markets. A must-watch for future finance pros! >
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Top Career Tips by Philips Global People’s Head
Join Heidi Sichien, Chief People’s Officer at Royal Philips, as she shares insights on leadership, inclusion, AI in HR, and how young professionals can thrive in today’s evolving workplace.
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Shark Tank Dreams? Here’s How to Fulfil them!
How do you impress the Sharks and build a standout brand? CEO of Good Monk, Amarpreet Singh Anand, shares sharp insights in this episode of Manager’s Mantra.
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Dollar Tree to sell Family Dollar for $1 billion to private equity firms
The discount-retail chain, which Dollar Tree bought in 2015 for about $9 billion, will be acquired by Brigade Capital Management and Macellum Capital Management
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How to Get Hired & Lead in Today’s Business World
In this episode Dr. Ankur Sodhi shares insights on leadership, hiring trends, and the future of education. Whether you're a B-school student or young entrepreneur this conversation will help you grow.
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Hiring in the AI Era: What Companies Look for in Leaders
Kester Scrope, Global CEO of Odgers Berndtson, shares leadership insights, hiring trends, and tips for Indian professionals in top multinational roles. A must-watch for aspiring leaders!
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70% of women entrepreneurs start businesses from self-motivation: Study
98% have positively impacted families, personal lives and the larger ecosystem by virtue of their businesses
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The Future of Mobility & AI | Manager’s Mantra ft. Zoomcar CEO
The mobility industry is evolving fast, and AI is playing a game-changing role! In this episode of Manager’s Mantra, we discuss all of it with Hiroshi Nishijima, CEO of Zoomcar.
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India, Qatar to discuss ways to boost bilateral trade, investments
India and Qatar on Tuesday will discuss ways to further promote bilateral trade and investments. The issues will be discussed between Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and his Qatari counterpart Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani, an official statement said on Monday. Both will attend the Joint Business Forum meet here on February 18, the commerce and industry ministry said. It is being organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in collaboration with the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). The forum will act as an platform where top business leaders, policymakers, and industry stakeholders will convene to explore investment opportunities, technological collaboration, and economic partnerships, it said. The high-level Qatari delegation includes leading enterprises from energy, infrastructure, finance, technology, food security, logistics, advanced manufacturing, and innovation. "These discussions will enable Indian and Q
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