Walk through any of India’s burgeoning startup hubs, be it Bangalore, Gurgaon, Hyderabad, and you’ll hear the language of the future: AI, blockchain, drone logistics, and quantum computing. You’ll also probably step into an open drain, be caught in a jam caused by an illegally parked car, or lose network connectivity in a so-called “smart … Smart Startups, Broken Cities: Where India’s Innovation Priorities Go Wrong
On paper, Gurgaon represents a modern urban dream; planned corporate hubs, luxury apartments, golf courses, and gleaming glass towers. But when the monsoon rains arrive, that dream vanishes under rising water, stalled engines, and submerged ground floors. Behind the glitzy skyline lies a fragile and incomplete urban drainage system, the first casualty of Gurgaon’s reckless … Why Gurgaon Floods Every Monsoon: A City Built to Sink
There is something deeply unsettling about walking into a store, picking up a smartphone wrapped in biodegradable packaging, and being congratulated for making a “sustainable” choice when the device itself is a result of an extractive, energy-intensive, and culturally unsustainable cycle of consumption. Somewhere along the way, sustainability got hijacked. It became a fashion statement, … Sustainability Is Not a Buzzword, It Is a Way of Life
India has achieved a historic milestone by entering the top 100 countries in the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) rankings for the first time. According to the latest Sustainable Development Report released by the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network, India ranks 99th out of 167 (or 193, as reported by some sources) countries in … Policy, Progress, and People: India’s Inspiring Climb to the Top 100 in the Global SDG Index
“We will never run out of resources. The supply of minerals is theoretically finite, but human knowledge and creativity are limitless.” — David Deutsch As India strides towards a greener future, one powered not by the black fumes of coal or imported oil, but by the golden light of the sun and the clean potential … India Reimagined: Powered by the Sun and Driven by Hydrogen
Certifications are important for a Business because they signify that the business complies with certain quality or operational requirements needed for obtaining that particular certificate. Additionally, rather than talking good about yourself in stating that “I comply” with so and so standards, it is always better to receive third-party validation in “they have certified that … How ZED Certification Can Transform Your MSME
Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are the lifeblood of many economies, including India’s. They account for a significant portion of employment, innovation, and economic activity. Yet, many MSMEs struggle with financial planning—a crucial factor that can either limit their growth or propel them to new heights. In the face of competition, market volatility, and … Financial Planning is the Backbone of Growth for MSMEs: How Strategic Planning Fuels Business Success
Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are widely recognized as the backbone of the Indian economy. With over 63 million MSMEs contributing around 30% to India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and employing millions of people, the sector is crucial to India’s growth story. A significant part of this sector that holds immense promise is food … Scope for MSMEs in Food Processing To Boost Farmer Incomes, Reducing Wastage, and Creating Jobs