A New India on the Global Stage This is an India determined to play on the big stage, even changing the stage itself where necessary to advance its interests. I picked up Why Bharat Matters with keen interest, drawn by Dr S. Jaishankar’s reputation for candid diplomacy—such as his remark that Europe needs to rethink its global perspective. I anticipated a book that would reject conventional...
I have today completed the Advanced Valuation and Strategy— M&A, Private Equity, and Venture Capital course offered by Erasmus University Rotterdam on Coursera. I must say that it is one of the most thought-provoking courses I’ve taken in a while. Led by Professor Han Smit, the course covered more than just financial models — it introduced concepts like real options, game theory, and expanded...
Introduction Last year, I explored the Indian healthcare landscape for a Dutch medtech company that was evaluating market entry. Their solution focused on optimising warfarin dosages for thrombosis patients — a niche, high-impact segment. Although the company eventually shifted priorities and paused the India expansion, the research offered some powerful insights into the potential of India as a...
A few years back, I read Susan Cain’s book, Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking. Only recently, during my learning of the Leading Team Course on Coursera, Scott DeRue, of the faculty at Ross Business School at the University of Michigan, referred to Cain’s five personality traits mentioned in her book. This has prompted me to revisit my notes and...
“In an era where businesses often prioritise profit over principles, ‘The Original Muffler Man’ offers a refreshing narrative of a family that built a global empire without compromising its values.” Intro: A Story of Values With my decade-long association with Akhil Jain (who leads Jain Amar’s global expansion), I saw something rare : a third-generation...
Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor E. FranklMy rating: 5 of 5 starsMan’s Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl is about how people can deal with pain and find meaning in their lives. The book is split into two parts. The first part is about Frankl’s time in the concentration camp and how he managed to survive the Holocaust. In the second part, “Logotherapy in a Nutshell”...
When I moved to Pune in 2019, two wonderful things happened: the pleasant weather and my rediscovery of tennis. Over the past five years, playing daily, I’ve sought ways to improve my game, both technically and mentally. This quest led me to The Inner Game of Tennis by Timothy Gallwey, a book that offers valuable lessons for professional and personal growth. Below is my detailed summary of...
I am taking the Google Project Management Certificate course to refine my project management skills with a structured framework and industry best practices. I have led diverse projects, including marketing campaigns, market entry research, industry events, and FDI project portfolios. While I have extensive hands-on experience, this course will help me reinforce my knowledge with formal...
India’s startup ecosystem has established itself as the third-largest startup hub globally, with over 1.57 lakh startups1 recognised as of December 2024. This dynamic landscape is driven by key sectors such as fintech, SaaS, artificial intelligence (AI),deep tech, and electric vehicles (EVs), which have collectively attracted significant investment and innovation. I will explore in this...
I hate to admit that I struggle with information overload. I often find it difficult to keep track of important insights, retrieve useful information when needed, and turn knowledge into action, despite using a digital note-taking app. Building a Second Brain, by Tiago Forte, has helped me to overcome this challenge. About the Author: Tiago Forte is a productivity expert and has worked with...
