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Infosys, has drawn significant criticism after suggesting that India’s civil services could benefit from recruiting officers directly from business schools instead of relying solely on the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Speaking at the CNBC-TV18 Global Leadership Summit on November 14, Murthy argued that India's bureaucracy should shift from an «administrative mindset» to a «management mindset.» According to Murthy, the current system of governance, which is based on the UPSC examination process, produces civil servants who are trained to maintain the status quo rather than to bring about innovation, vision, and rapid execution.

Spear Invest founder and Chief Investment Officer Ivana Delevska discusses the value of A.I. data centers and the future of driverless cars on 'Making Money.'

Mate 70 series is designed to rival high-end devices such as Apple's iPhone, with prices starting at 5,499 yuan (£636), undercutting the base iPhone 16, which retails at 5,999 yuan (£682).Richard Yu, Chairman of Huawei’s Consumer Business Group, introduced the Mate 70 at an event in Shenzhen, asserting that it is “the most powerful Mate phone ever". The new series boasts several innovations, including an improved processor and the world’s first mainstream smartphone featuring a satellite paging system, a notable leap in technology.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Donald Trump’s return to the White House is stoking fears that he could reinstate a failed scheme launched during his first term that aimed to crack down on Chinese espionage, but ended up becoming more of a witch-hunt. Doing so would not only be destructive to American innovation, but give China an upper-hand in the tech race.

Essar Group, Shashi Ruia, passed away at the age of 81, leaving behind a legacy of transformative leadership and innovation. The Ruia family, in a statement, said, “It is with profound grief that we inform of the passing of Shri Shashikant Ruia, Patriarch of the Ruia and Essar Family. He was 81.” Shashi Ruia was known for his humility and philanthropy. The family added, “His humility, warmth, and ability to connect with everyone he met made him a truly exceptional leader. Shri Shashikant Ruia’s extraordinary legacy will remain a guiding light for all of us.” «With an unwavering commitment to community upliftment and philanthropy, he touched millions of lives leaving an enduring impact,» said Ravi Ruia, Shashi's brother with whom he founded Essar Group, and family members.

Formula 1 will expand the grid in 2026 to make room for an American team that is partnered with General Motors

Bath & Body Works fiscal third-quarter performance topped analysts’ estimates thanks to strong sales and the retailer boosted its full-year outlook

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Any discussion on corporate leadership is incomplete without mentioning its three core pillars: strategy, competitiveness and achievement orientation. These essentials become convoluted in the age of social media, where self-promotion often borders on narcissism and overshadows the interests of others and society.

Mahakumbh 2025. This year's Mahakumbh is set to surpass all previous editions, with the inclusion of the Nishadraj cruise in the Sangam area as a notable highlight. Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit, the Nishadraj cruise, managed by the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), has embarked on its journey from Varanasi to Prayagraj. Equipped with modern amenities, the cruise symbolizes the state's dedication to innovation and excellence. Preparations are in full swing, with VIP vehicles like Kasturba positioned near the Naini Bridge to welcome the cruise. In collaboration with the Prayagraj Mela Authority, the Varanasi administration is leaving no stone unturned to ensure a majestic and memorable Mahakumbh experience for visitors from around the world.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. India’s insurance industry, long seen as an underpenetrated yet promising market, is poised for a major transformation with the government’s proposal to permit 100% foreign direct investment (FDI) in insurance companies and introduce composite licences. These reforms, if implemented effectively, could catalyze significant changes in the sector, attracting fresh capital, improving competition, and enhancing accessibility for consumers.

Google Research India head Manish Gupta has disagreed with Infosys chairman Nandan Nilekani's comments that ‘India should not invest in building foundational models.’ Gupta, speaking at the Bengaluru Tech Summit held between November 19-21, firmly disagreed with Nilekani and said, “There’s a technologist that I deeply respect, Nandan Nilekani, who made this statement: India should forget about foundation model building, just focus on the use cases. And I would say, with the person I respect, I respectfully disagree.” Nilekani is credited with helming world's largest unique identity programme with Aadhaar. The Google research head countered, saying India should invest in foundational AI models or Large Language Models (LLMs). “I think he’s (Nandan Nilekani) wrong because he’s not preaching what he has practised. What he did, he revolutionised India’s technology landscape by starting with the basics for Aadhaar. He didn’t start with use cases. He started with foundations. So, I think we must start with foundations.”

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. I have always enjoyed making booklists once a year, scanning award lists for old favourites as much as new authors . Nowadays the end of the year has me making a similar list for tea.

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World Gold Council. AI is fast becoming a cornerstone of modern technology, driving advancements across various industries. The considerable electronics infrastructure required to power this rapidly growing sector directly impacts industrial gold demand.

Amazon is investing an additional $4 billion in the artificial intelligence startup Anthropic as major technology companies rush to fund generative AI

Adani controversy will serve as a marker for India Inc's global aspirations that could run afoul of imperfectly harmonised regulations and variance in law enforcement. Businesses operating within acceptable tolerance levels in individual jurisdictions will have to craft corporate governance standards that clear the highest available threshold. Having a global footprint involves best-in-class innovation, entrepreneurship and governance to gain access to markets and capital.

India Energy Week, which will have its third edition in February, began in 2023 as a novel initiative to leverage India's increasing prominence in the global energy landscape through collaborative dialogue. Startups especially made their presence felt in the first two editions with their inventive solutions. In green hydrogen (GH), some PSUs showcased new electrolyser technologies, even as startups have reached out to GoI to demonstrate their membrane-less electrolyser tech. Other firms have focused on building carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) technologies, including direct air capture and enhanced oil recovery methods. Much progress has been made in advanced battery storage solutions, including solid-state batteries, lithium-ion improvements and flow batteries, which promise better efficiency, longevity and reduced costs. All major oil and gas MNCs have their GCCs in India, where Indian engineers are conducting cutting-edge design, engineering, data processing and decision analytics for major drilling operations, refinery operations and seismic data processing globally. A gradual journey of reforms and schemes to promote the entrepreneurial spirit has resulted in a tech boom, India's reputation as 'IT nation' giving way to that of a 'deeptech hub'.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. TOKYO—Japan’s cabinet on Friday approved an economic stimulus package worth more than $140 billion, in Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s latest push to tackle inflation and boost growth after his coalition suffered a bruising electoral defeat last month. The package totalling 21.9 trillion yen, equivalent to $141.71 billion, is aimed at easing rising living costs and promoting business innovation and investment.

Japan has approved a $250 billion economic stimulus package centered around initiatives intended to boost incomes

It outpaced competitors like the Tata Nexon (1,593 units), Mahindra XUV400 (602) and Tata Curvv (1,542 units), with 3,116 units sold. This innovative model separates the vehicle cost from the battery price, allowing buyers to pay battery EMIs based on usage, set at ₹3.5 per km.