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Sandeep Singhal of Avaana Capital will share his insights on 'Innovating for Impact: Climate Change & Disaster Management'. Register here for more information: https://lnkd.in/dVbBxkeg #IndiaAI #InnovationChallenge #AIforSocialGood INDIAai

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Achieving the vision of "Viksit Bharat" requires sustained and strategic financing across key sectors such as #education, #healthcare, #infrastructure, #socialwelfare, #climateaction to drive #inclusive and #equitable economic growth. This is where the Indian #financialservices sector can play a role in ensuring that the benefits of development reach all segments of society, ultimately transforming "Viksit Bharat" from an aspirational slogan into a lived reality for every #Indian. https://lnkd.in/dQW6AJXp #ViksitBharat #ClimateFinancing #FinancialServices #SocialImpact #RBI #SEBI #IRDAI #pfrda #FinMin #nitiaayog #BFSI

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⭐ Divergent Leadership - Short-Duration Executive Programme 🎯 IIMB's Executive Education wing launches a new 3-day executive programme on 'Divergent Leadership', directed by Prof. Debolina Dutta and Mr. Subhash Khare. The programme is designed for mid-to-senior leaders seeking to navigate ambiguity and lead organizational changes with agility. Through frameworks, assessments and actionable insights, participants will: > Assess and enhance their #DivergentThinking skills. > Build personalized strategies for adaptive leadership. > Translate ambiguity into opportunities within their organizational context. Created with a blend of interactive pedagogy and real-world application, this programme equips leaders to thrive amidst disruption and complexity. 👉 Learn more about the programme: https://lnkd.in/gtdTq9ig Parthasarathy S Abhishek Dubey Junaid Ahmed Preethi subramani Vinitha vandana Padmini Srinivasan #iimb #iimbangalore #executiveeducation #executiveprogram #leadershipdevelopment #divergentleadership #changemanagement

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The climate is heating up and excessive rains are doing more harm and not welcome either… Let’s move from How #CanIndia Address Climate Extremes?? To “How #IndiaCan Address Climate Extremes” Not just asking questions but coming up with practical solutions to emerging challenges.

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Privileged to be a part of The maiden summit on the theme ‘Empowering Women, Enriching Society’ Assert rights, get involved in India growth story, women told at EBG Socio-Innov... https://lnkd.in/gbAbvdC4 “Observing that women’s innate potential in the areas of financial management and crisis management has gone unrecognised, Venkatraman Anand, former Whole-Time Director, Harrisons Malayalam. Ltd, emphasised on skill development as the basis for women empowerment. Innovation, he pointed out, means doing things differently, not essentially out of box.” #leadership #leadershipstyles #transformationalleadership #processimprovement #visionarythinking #innovativesolutions #impactfulleadership #efficiency #efficiencyimprovement #focused #reshaping #strategicleadership #strategicvision #msme #startups #mentorship #coaching #advisoryservices #synergysolutions #drivinggrowthtogether #tma #tmaindia #kma #cma #cii #aima #nsrcel

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Gurgaon First has been a platform where citizens, officials, and institutions connect to address pressing issues and collaborate toward a sustainable future. To date, we’ve hosted over 45 workshops/roundtables/conclaves and published four handbooks on key topics like clean air, waste management, solar energy, sustainable transportation, and water conservation. COVID-19 taught us the importance of going digital, so we're thrilled to launch our new website at www.gurgaonfirst.org. It’s a comprehensive resource filled with information, insights, videos, podcasts, and more. Stay updated on city happenings, access newsletters, explore sustainable initiatives, and meet Gurgaon's changemakers. 🌟 Here’s a Sneak Peek at Our Journey! 🌟 #GurgaonFirst #Sustainability #CommunityEngagement #gurgaonconnect #sustainableliving #cityplanning #covi̇d19 #InclusiveDevelopment #governance #urbanhealth #urbaneducation #MinistryofEnvironmentForestandClimateChange #ministry #ClimateAction #climatecrisis #climatechangeisreal #mygurugram #gurugramdiaries #CleanIndiaGreenIndia #cleanair #urbanlife #urbanliving #gurugramcity #Gurugramnews #savetheplanet #savesoilsavelife #savetheplanet🌍 #environmentalawareness

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Excited to announce two new investments by Gruhas Collective Consumer Fund in the #Childcare space! India, with a median age of ~28 years, has a substantial number of young citizens, with those aged 0-12 years making up ~22% of the total population. This makes India home to the largest number of children in the world. Currently, the average childcare product spending in India is around ₹8,000 compared to ₹2,10,000 in the USA (CY 2022). However, this spending is projected to grow rapidly at 15%, reaching approximately $56-60 billion by 2027. In line with this promising market potential, we are thrilled to announce our latest investments: 1️⃣ EMoMee - Our fourth investment is in EMoMee, an innovative edutainment brand dedicated to fostering emotional intelligence in children through engaging content, play, and learning tools. Founded by industry leaders Pooja Jauhari, Varun Duggirala, and Suraksha Subramaniam, EMoMee is set to revolutionize the way children develop emotional skills. According to global reports, the Social & Emotional Learning market is expected to grow at a CAGR of around 24.3% from 2021 to 2030. This growth is driven by the rising awareness among parents and educators about the role of emotional intelligence in shaping children’s success and well-being. 👉 For more on EMoMee’s journey, visit https://lnkd.in/d7YQdEzz 2️⃣ Bebe Burp - Our fifth investment supports Bebe Burp’s mission to offer nutritious alternatives that make healthy eating accessible and enjoyable for kids from birth. By blending grandma's recipes with expertise from nutritionists and chefs, Bebe Burp provides a range of products like multi-flavored porridge mixes, millet puffs, ragi cookies, and organic jaggery powder, all made from natural, sustainably sourced ingredients. Founded by Shruti Tibrewal, Chirag Gupta, and Bharat Tibrewal, Bebe Burp aims to make healthy eating a reality from birth. 👉 You can try their products at https://bebeburp.com/ We are excited to partner with both EMoMee and Bebe Burp as they continue to make significant strides in their respective fields. #VC #GruhasCollectiveConsumerFund

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Professor Viney Sawhney of Harvard University graced the Jagannath Gupta Memorial Lecture at JIMS Kalkaji with his profound insights on 'The Role of Venture Capital in India: Challenges and Upside for Entrepreneurs'. Drawing on his extensive experience, Professor Sawhney illuminated the crucial role venture capital plays in shaping the entrepreneurial landscape in India. His lecture not only educated but also inspired our aspiring entrepreneurs to navigate and leverage the dynamic venture capital ecosystem effectively. #jimskalkaji #harvarduniversity #managementstudies #enterpreneurs

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The words ‘venture’ and ‘philanthropy’ aren’t commonly used together - while the VC space is thought of in the context of valuations and returns, philanthropic funding is typically thought of as programmatic.  Unveiling tomorrow, our next episode of #UnHerd features Sandeep Singhal - a seasoned venture capitalist but also a passionate venture philanthropist, who delves into his unconventional philanthropic motivations and shares his insights on integrating #healthtech innovations within #publichealthcare to create impact at scale 🚀 Tune in at 5:30 PM tomorrow to catch the full conversation! 🎙️ #CoFoundersOfSocialChange #Changemakers #SocialImpact #Philanthropy #Podcast

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Here’s the second post in our “Brewed for Change” series from an insightful conversation with Professor Tarun Khanna of Harvard Business School. Definitely worth a listen, especially if you’re focused on climate! #ClimateInnovation #Sustainability #ClimateAction #GreenEconomy #ClimateLeadership #SustainableFuture #ClimateTech #ClimateConversations #GreenTransition #GlobalSouthClimate

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The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has launched a Corporate Governance Charter tailored for startups, providing governance guidelines across four key stages: inception, progression, growth and going public. It includes a self-evaluative scorecard for startups to assess and improve their governance practices over time. Coming amid concerns over governance standards at several high-profile Indian startups like Byju's, BharatPe, GoMechanic, etc. in the past 12-18 months, CII aims to help startups embed good governance practices from the early days. The charter covers key focus areas and innovative concepts to improve overall governance standards, according to CII Director General Chandrajit Banerjee. The charter seems to be an effort by CII to provide a structured governance framework tailored to the unique needs and growth stages of startups in India. #Lawssistance Source: https://lnkd.in/dGgJ2wd3

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It was lovely to join Rathish Balakrishnan of Sattva Consulting on the #DecodingImpact podcast to discuss blended finance – a financial vehicle that is helping us scale our work. In our conversation, we delve into the blended finance ecosystem and discuss how bringing together commercial, government, and philanthropic capital can help scale high-impact models, boost education outcomes, and improve livelihoods in communities across India. Listen to the episode here: https://bit.ly/4bd9C1V

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Congratulations to BCG Henderson Institute (BHI) Fellow @Sagar Goel and BHI Ambassador @Orsolya Kovacs on winning the 2023 HBR Prize! The HBR Prize, judged by an independent panel of business and academic leaders with input from members of HBR’s Advisory Board, spotlights the most outstanding article published each year in Harvard Business Review. As a part of their BHI research, Sagar and Orsi co-authored a study on how companies are reskilling their employees in a rapidly evolving era of automation and AI. For their article “Reskilling in the Age of AI,” Sagar and Orsolya, together with Jorge Tamayo, Leila Doumi, and Raffaella Sadun, interviewed leaders at some 40 organizations around the world that are investing in large-scale reskilling programs. Their analysis revealed five paradigm shifts emerging in reskilling. Read the winning article now:

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𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐨 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐂𝐎𝐒𝐈𝐃𝐈𝐂𝐈: 𝐀 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 We are thrilled to announce that Innovations Venture Studio has officially become a Member of the Council of State Industrial Development & Investment Corporations of India (COSIDICI) which is the national federation of State Level Financial Institutions (SLFIs) comprising of State Financial Corporations (SFCs), State Industrial & Infrastructure Development Corporations (SIIDCs) and State Industrial Development Investment Corporations (SIICs), engaged in promotion, development and financing of industry mainly in the small and medium sector. This Council, through its Member Corporations is dedicated towards servicing the building blocks of the economy viz. the MSME sector. They are positioning SLFIs in the world stage for them to face the latest trends in IR 4.0, Cyber security, ESG Compliance etc. The SLFIs are providing effective financial assistance to the MSME units owing to their expertise, local knowledge and quick response thus contributing to the economy of the States. COSIDICI is headed by the Director General, Shri Hans Raj Verma and Ms. Laya Madduri, IAS, Secretary to the Government of Assam, Deptt. of Finance and Managing Director of Assam Financial Corporation, Guwahati as President of COSIDICI. Shri Hans Raj Verma has over 38 years of experience in the Civil Service and given a strategic vision for TIIC, Chennai which is India's 2nd oldest DFI, which was established in 1949. This vision of TIIC 2.0 encompassed the emerging tech platforms and pro-active engagement with all the stakeholders. This strategic alliance marks a significant milestone for Innovations Venture Studio as we continue to expand our reach and impact within the Indian entrepreneurial ecosystem.  This platform can be utilized by Innovations Venture Studio for a PAN India presence through which Innovations Venture Studio can get access to the best practices of other States and State Development Institutions of the respective States and directly benefit the MSMEs Sector. COSIDICI's extensive network and resources will provide us with valuable opportunities to connect with SLFIs,  SMEs, industry leaders, and government agencies. We look forward to sharing our vision and exploring potential collaborations with the COSIDICI members. By joining COSIDICI, Innovations Venture Studio aims to: ·  Strengthen our network: Connect with various SLFIs, SMEs and industry experts. · Access valuable resources: Leverage COSIDICI's resources and support to drive growth. · Contribute to the entrepreneurial ecosystem: Collaborate with other members to foster innovation and development. We are excited about the possibilities that this strategic alliance holds and are committed to positively impacting the Indian entrepreneurial landscape and strengthening the MSME Sector. #innovation #partnership #entrepreneurship #SME #MSME #startup #India

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We are quite excited to finally share this conversation between Siddharth Sthalekar and Matthew Monahan of Ma Earth. In it they break down some of the fundamental concepts behind the Neighbourhoods framework, such as the influence of Gandhian economics, the role to be played of reputational currencies, and the current limitations of the current app paradigm. We hope you enjoy the conversation and encourage you to join in and share your thoughts! #reputationalcurrencies #gandhianeconomics #holochain #governance #newzealand #neighbourhoods #opensource #p2p #socialcoordination

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The Rise of Deep Tech VCs in India India has seen a surge in deep tech-focused venture capital, with a strong emphasis on R&D across sectors like biotech, medtech, climate tech, and robotics. This shift reflects the growing focus on solving complex problems through cutting-edge technology, marking an exciting phase for innovation. A few notable VCs leading the charge in deep tech investments include: Blume Ventures, pi Ventures, Speciale Invest, Ankur Capital, IvyCap Ventures Advisors Private Limited, Axilor Ventures Opportunity areas for India's life science ecosystem - 1. Specialization Opportunity: ⚙️ While Indian VCs are driving innovation across multiple sectors, there’s an opportunity to streamline focus. In the US, many VCs specialize in specific verticals like biotech and healthcare, providing not just capital, but also tailored strategic guidance and connections. 2. Sector-Specific Expertise: 🔬 Focusing on sectors like biotech and health tech could help Indian VCs build specialized expertise. These areas are particularly ripe for disruption and could benefit from concentrated support, leading to faster growth and more innovation. 3. Guidance for Early-Stage Founders: 🚀 Many early-stage founders are seeking more than just funding. They need guidance on strategy, storytelling, and business roadmaps. Helping founders develop compelling narratives and scalable models is a valuable way for VCs to add support beyond capital. 4. Building Globally: 🌍 By focusing efforts and creating specialized ecosystems, Indian VCs have the potential to foster deeper innovation and build global champions in deep tech. Concentrated investment and mentorship could create sector leaders that set the global standard. What are some other VCs focused on deep tech in India? 👇🏼 I have a substack where I talk about India's life science ecosystem and highlight founder stories here - https://lnkd.in/dmAu_8Jf

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Excited to share my latest article published in Mint - "India's Union Budget 2024–25: Charting a Course for Sustainable Growth" delves into the ambitious plans and significant investments set to propel India towards its vision of "Viksit Bharat" by 2047. Expectations are high in areas such as renewable energy initiatives, decentralised solar energy, support for biofuels, development of a robust Electric Vehicle (EV) ecosystem, and increased R&D spending to foster innovation in green technologies. Debasish Mishra Anand Shankar Rohit Berry Shubhranshu Patnaik Bimal Modi Jayakrishnan Pillai Nishesh Dalal Vivek Gupta Please explore the article https://lnkd.in/dh9CUSUm #UnionBudget2024 #SustainableGrowth #RenewableEnergy #GreenHydrogen #ElectricVehicles #Biofuels #Innovation #ViksitBharat #ClimateAction #Sustainability

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How do home country institutions influence the effectiveness of accelerators on new venture outcomes? In this new article, authors Pramendra Singh Tank (Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad), Dibyendu Sharma (Goa Institute of Management (GIM)), and Divyanshu Jain (Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad) employ a generalized difference-in-differences technique on a global accelerator database to assess the impact of accelerators on new venture performance. They further explore how the quality of home country institutions moderates this relationship. 🔗 Link to full article: https://lnkd.in/gDJYkiXV

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We are at the cusps of a digital revolution in India, and plethora of sectors will be impacted by the emerging technologies like Web 3.0, IOT, AI, OTT, AR, VR, etc. This change and its impact on the business is disruptive in nature and throws many legal challenges and opportunities. The legal issues are complex, varied, and unique, which requires multi-dimensional approach, and domain knowledge, expertise, and experience in these areas. We at Spectra Law provides innovative legal solutions relating Telecommunication, Media, and Technology (TMT), and areas relating to emerging technologies and have specialization to assist our clients to navigate such issues. Our partners have requisite experience and expertise, having worked as regulator in the Government, inhouse counsel of a leading telecom operator, partners at the leading law firms of India and as Member of the Parliament. Spectra Law has three partners based out of Delhi. Asim Abbas is the Founder and Managing Partner of Spectra Law. He has 32 years of experience in TMT and emerging technologies space, as a civil servant in the Department of Telecommunication, as Vice President (Legal) in the corporate office of a leading telecom operator and as a Partner with leading law firms of India. Amar Patnaik is a senior partner, who was a bureaucrat and member of the Rajya Sabha. He has been involved in various parliamentary committees and forums relating to data protection, Information Technology, FinTech, emerging technologies. Ram Nivas Kumar, a partner has over 2 decades of legal experience in diverse areas and worked at leadership positions in Accenture, Vedanta Group, Reliance, Bharti Airtel and Escorts. His areas of practice are IT, Electronics, Start-ups, Fintech, Telecom, Defence etc. sectors with key expertise include Mergers & Acquisitions, Drafting & Negotiating Complex Transactions, Risk Analysis of RFP/Tender, Compliance, Policy Advocacy, Corporate Affairs, etc. The focus areas are Telecommunication, Media and Broadcasting, Information Technology, Electronics and Software, Space, Submarine Cable System, ITES, Smart Cities, E-commerce, Data Protection & Privacy, Data Centre, Cyber Security, Gaming, Navigational Maps, Connected Cars, Cloud-based Services, Internet of Things (IOT) FinTech, Crypto Currency, InsurTech, Healthtech, Video Streaming, and emerging areas like Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR ), Drones, Web 3.0, etc. Reach us at [email protected] #Telecommunication #Media #Broadcasting #InformationTechnology #Electronics #Software #Space #Submarine #Cable #ITES #SmartCities #Ecommerce #DataProtection #Privacy #DataCentre #CyberSecurity #Gaming #Navigational #Maps #ConnectedCars #CloudServices #InternetofThings #IOT #FinTech #CryptoCurrency #InsurTech #Healthtech #VideoStreaming #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #MachineLearning #AugmentedReality #VirtualReality #Drones #Web3.0 #Defence

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