Author: Shradhanjali Mukherjee

Harvard Business School (HBS) has appointed Rupal Gadhia, of Indian descent, as the upcoming managing director of MBA admissions and financial aid. In this capacity, Gadhia will collaborate with a diverse array of stakeholders, both internal and external, such as current HBS students, alumni, faculty, and administrators. Her primary responsibility will be to oversee an admissions process geared toward assembling a high-caliber MBA class with a broad spectrum of talents and experiences, as outlined in HBS’s official statement. Matt Weinzierl, senior associate dean and chair of the MBA program, commended Gadhia for her impressive professional achievements, highlighting her genuine belief…

Time magazine has introduced its inaugural ‘TIME100 AI List,’ showcasing the 100 most influential figures in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), and several Indians and Indian-origin professionals have earned a place on this prestigious list. Among them, Sneha Revanur, an 18-year-old Indian-American, stands out as the youngest honoree. She is known for her work as a leader of Encode Justice, a youth-driven initiative advocating for ethical AI. Her recent engagement with the Joe Biden Administration underscores her commitment to the cause. She has earned the moniker “Greta Thunberg of AI.” Neal Khosla, who co-founded Curai Health, a telehealth startup…

As an integral part of the upcoming G20 Summit, India is set to showcase its array of homegrown applications at the Digital India experience zone, which will be accessible to dignitaries on September 9 and 10. This exhibition will feature prominent Indian platforms, including Aadhaar, Unified Payment Interface (UPI), and the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC), alongside a new addition known as GITA, offering spiritual teachings from the Shrimad Bhagwat Gita. Within the experience zone, attendees will have the opportunity to explore various locally developed programs such as Digilocker, MyGov, and the Umang app, which serves as a conduit…

Indian American policy expert Vaishu Jawahar, formerly the Domestic Policy Coordinator for Vice President Kamala Harris, has taken on a new role at Waxman Strategies, a progressive public affairs firm. She joins their health practice team as a director, bringing her wealth of experience and dedication to healthcare advocacy to the organization. Waxman Strategies expressed their appreciation for Jawahar’s commitment to healthcare advocacy, highlighting her contributions to the Committee to Protect Health Care, the Biden Campaign, and other impactful organizations. Previously, Jawahar interned with the White House Domestic Policy Council’s Health and Veterans team, where she played a crucial role…

On Thursday, United States President Joe Biden embarked on a journey to India, where he is set to participate in the 18th G20 Summit, scheduled for September 9 and 10 at the Bharat Mandapam Convention Centre in New Delhi. This event marks the beginning of a busy three-day schedule for President Biden, which includes a brief stopover in Ramstein, Germany, before arriving in New Delhi on the same day. During his visit, President Biden is scheduled to engage in a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, according to a statement from the White House. The following day, Saturday, will…

The 12th International Government Communication Forum, scheduled for September 13-14 at the Expo Centre Sharjah, focuses on the theme “Today’s Resources.. Tomorrow’s Wealth.” A highlight of this event is a keynote address by renowned author Robin Sharma, titled “Leading without a title.” Robin Sharma, a Canadian-Indian author and CEO of “Sharma Leadership International,” is globally recognized as a leading authority on leadership and self-mastery. Apart from advising prominent business figures, he dedicates a substantial portion of his efforts to assisting underprivileged children through the Robin Sharma Foundation for Children (RSFC), as reported by the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF). During…

Vivek Ramaswamy, an Indian American Republican presidential candidate, has expressed concerns about the United States’ current policy regarding Taiwan. The US follows a stance known as “strategic ambiguity,” where it does not formally recognize Taiwan as a nation and leaves uncertainty about whether it would defend Taiwan against a potential Chinese invasion. Beijing regards Taiwan as a breakaway province and seeks reunification with the mainland, even by force if necessary. In contrast, Taiwan considers itself a separate entity from China. Ramaswamy emphasizes the importance of safeguarding US national security interests, particularly regarding the global semiconductor supply chain. He suggests that…

A pioneering robotics firm based in Hyderabad, known as Grene Robotics, has introduced an innovative autonomous anti-drone system driven by artificial intelligence. This system, a groundbreaking development for India, has been designed to protect critical facilities like nuclear installations and oil rigs, and it possesses the capability to cover vast areas, potentially even entire cities, from a variety of drone threats. Dubbed “Indrajaal,” this Autonomous Drone Defence Dome has gained international acclaim. Its standout feature is its remarkable coverage range of up to 4000 sq. km per unit, ensuring comprehensive protection against a wide array of drones, marking a significant…

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has defended the G20 events against criticism from the opposition. In an interview with ANI, he explained that past governments had chosen to limit the scope of these events. Meetings often confined themselves to areas like Lutyens’ Delhi or Vigyan Bhavan, with their influence hardly extending beyond a two-kilometer radius on good days. However, he emphasized that the current government’s approach is different, ushering in a new era and thought process. Jaishankar noted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi aimed to involve the entire nation in the G20 process, fostering a sense of participation and ownership…

According to Mr. Sanjay Malhotra, the Revenue Secretary, there has been a notable 11% year-over-year increase in goods and services tax (GST) collections for August 2023. This boost in revenue can be attributed to heightened compliance and a reduction in tax evasion. For context, in August 2022, the GST collection amounted to Rs. 1,43,612 crore (equivalent to approximately US$ 17.36 billion). Consequently, this 11% surge translates to an impressive figure of around Rs. 1.60 lakh crore (about US$ 19 billion) for August 2023. This achievement pushes the tax-to-GDP ratio to a robust level exceeding 1.3. Mr. Sanjay Malhotra emphasizes that…