Indium Software, a California-based AI-driven digital engineering services company, has appointed Indian American Basab Pradhan as its new chairman of the board. Pradhan, known for his distinguished career at Infosys and leadership roles at Hexaware and Coforge Ltd., expressed his honor in taking on this pivotal role. In his capacity as chairman, Pradhan will collaborate closely with fellow board members, including Hari Gopalakrishnan and Vijai Raghavan from EQT, and Vijay Balaji and Ram Sukumar from Indium Software. He aims to leverage his extensive experience in technology business growth, particularly in scaling companies to exceed $1 billion in revenue, to drive…
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Deepika is on her way to becoming an influential figure in the world as a young writer with a big voice and a big heart. Deepika has always possessed the highly sought-after attribute of empathy. She attended the University of Madras and graduated with a BA and MA in English. She has her mother and daughter living with her in Chennai, while she is a single parent.
Ahead of the Union budget presentation on July 23, Prime Minister Narendra Modi convened a meeting with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and economists on Thursday. Also in attendance were Planning Minister Rao Inderjit Singh and Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran. Notable figures such as economists Surjit Bhalla and Ashok Gulati, experienced banker K V Kamath, and other distinguished individuals participated in the discussions. The upcoming budget holds significant importance as it marks the first comprehensive fiscal plan of the BJP-led NDA government in its current term. Prime Minister Modi aims to introduce decisive measures during this phase of his…
Austrian physicist and Nobel laureate Anton Zeilinger, after meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Vienna on Wednesday, called the Indian leader “a very spiritual person.” Zeilinger expressed that this quality is something more world leaders should possess. Renowned for his contributions to quantum physics, Zeilinger shared that his discussion with PM Modi was very pleasant. They conversed about spiritual matters, the potential of quantum information and technology, and the foundational principles of quantum physics. Zeilinger praised PM Modi’s vision of “unleashing India’s entrepreneurial energy”. He highlighted the need to encourage talented young individuals to pursue their own ideas, believing that…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his visit to Russia, expressed his commitment to intensifying efforts and accelerating progress towards India’s goals, emphasizing the nation’s ability to achieve any set objective. Addressing the Indian community in Moscow, PM Modi highlighted India’s achievements, particularly in digital transactions and space exploration, underscoring the country’s transformation and global contributions. Reflecting on his third term as Prime Minister, PM Modi pledged to triple his efforts and speed to achieve ambitious targets, coinciding with the government’s focus on becoming the world’s third-largest economy and ensuring widespread socio-economic empowerment. He outlined initiatives to build three crore homes…
Lisa Nandy, a British MP of Indian descent, has been re-elected in Wigan, northwest England, and appointed as Culture Secretary in Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s Cabinet. Following Labour Party’s significant victory in the UK Elections 2024, she is one of 11 women appointed by Starmer to key positions. Nandy expressed her gratitude on X (formerly Twitter), highlighting the richness of Britain’s cultural and sporting heritage as a national asset. Born in Manchester, Nandy’s father, Dipak Nandy, hailed from Kolkata, West Bengal, while her mother, Luise Byers, is British. She emphasized the multicultural fabric of Britain during her remarks, acknowledging the…
Vivek Ramaswamy, the Indian-American Republican politician who recently suspended his US Presidential campaign, suggested on Tuesday, July 9, that President Joe Biden’s “exit” is certain. He implied that the current public antics are part of negotiating Biden’s exit package. In a social media post on X (formerly Twitter), Ramaswamy said, “Biden’s done. The public theatrics are really just part of the negotiation for what his ‘exit package’ will be. At this stage, it’s simply a matter of negotiation—figuratively or perhaps even literally.” Donald Trump is the presumptive nominee of the Republican Party, while President Joe Biden is the Democratic Party’s…
Amid the ongoing repercussions of Joe Biden’s debate performance, many top Democratic circles are already discussing potential running mates for Kamala Harris. A growing group of leading party officials, operatives, and donors are increasingly certain that Biden’s slow campaign recovery won’t succeed. Several close allies are skeptical about his ability to run for reelection, according to conversations with two dozen Democratic politicians and operatives. Biden often advises against comparing him to perfection, but rather to the alternative. This is precisely what many Democrats are doing when they consider Harris. The vice president and her staff have largely ignored the influx…
On Friday, outgoing Prime Minister Rishi Sunak expressed his apologies to the nation following the Conservative Party’s severe defeat in the general election, acknowledging his responsibility for the outcome. Addressing the nation from outside 10 Downing Street in his final speech as Prime Minister, Sunak conveyed his regret and acknowledged the public’s clear message for change. He admitted that despite his best efforts, the election results indicated a need for new leadership. He announced his decision to step down as the Conservative Party leader, paving the way for a leadership contest. The Conservative Party, under Sunak’s leadership, experienced a significant…
On Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted the ICC T20 World Cup-winning Indian cricket team for breakfast at his residence. Following the meeting, the triumphant players headed to Delhi airport to fly to Mumbai, where a grand victory parade was organized at Marine Drive and Wankhede Stadium. Shiv Sena leader Pratap Sarnaik told ANI that the team, including Yashasvi Jaiswal, captain Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, and Shivam Dubey, would meet Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde at the Assembly on Friday. Sarnaik, a member of the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA), extended the invitation to the players, which they accepted. MCA Secretary…
In the second quarter of 2024, private equity investments in India’s real estate sector surged to a three-year peak, totaling US$ 2.5 billion, as per a recent report from Colliers, a leading real estate consultancy. The industrial and warehousing sector spearheaded the investments, accounting for 61% of the total amounting to $1.5 billion. This sector witnessed an eleven-fold increase compared to the same period in 2023. Simultaneously, the residential segment also saw significant growth, marking a 7.5 times rise year-on-year and securing a 21% share of institutional investments in Indian real estate. Conversely, office assets experienced subdued activity with an…
