Noel Dsouza

Aurafest co-founders Manojkumar Sharma (left) and Sumit Govind Sharma at the launch of an art biography book showcasing the artwork of Prachi Sharma, Sumit's late daughter.

20 Apr 2026 11:01 AM

'We aim to promote Indian culture and art, that drives everything we communicate'

Aurafest's co-founder, Sumit Sharma, on building a purpose-led brand, preserving Indian art, and giving back through Tvastra by Prachi.

Puneeth Bekal (left) and Carol Goyal

15 Apr 2026 10:51 AM

AI: Smart long-term play or another metaverse-style rush ahead of reality?

HDFC Securities' Puneeth Bekal and Aesthetic Intelligence Lab's Carol Goyal on AI being a necessary leap, or ambition outpacing reality.

Karan Tacker

10 Apr 2026 10:25 AM

'The goal is simple: See a non-Indian pick up a bottle of an Indian tequila at a bar in the UK'

Actor-entrepreneur Karan Tacker aims to reshape how Indian spirits show up in the global alcobev conversation.

Laurent Thevenet

08 Apr 2026 10:35 AM

Too much governance slows you down, too much freedom creates chaos: Laurent Thevenet

Publicis Groupe, APAC's head - creative technology on structuring AI adoption, why human judgment still defines creative output and more.

Adam Goodman

07 Apr 2026 11:35 AM

India is leading in AI experimentation, now comes the hard part - scaling results: Adam Goodman

Microsoft Advertising APAC's director, AI in advertising, on why AI must move from siloed experiments to integrated systems.

Shinji Fukuyo

06 Apr 2026 10:57 AM

India's next-gen whisky drinker is more curious, experimental, and premium-leaning: Shinji Fukuyo

Suntory Global Spirits chief blender during his recent visit to India, discussed shifting consumption habits and blending for local preferences. 

Designer Amit Aggarwal and actor Disha Patani at Lakmé Fashion Week showcasing Indriya's Orizon collection.

02 Apr 2026 11:19 AM

We approach collaborations as ecosystems, not events: Shantiswarup Panda

Indriya's head - marketing and visual merchandising on building luxury through immersive storytelling instead of traditional advertising.

Founder's of State Of Joy Dasari Raju Ramesh (left) and Bachi Pullela

30 Mar 2026 11:44 AM

‘We don't want to play the game of high pricing just to discount them later'

Bachi Pullela, co-founder, State Of Joy, on its product-first approach, honest pricing, and all-day footwear.

Sundeep Chugh

26 Mar 2026 10:13 AM

'For the next 12-18 months, OVS' intent is to present a strong global Italian flagship identity'

Sundeep Chugh, managing director, OVS India, on its India playbook, Mumbai entry, retail-first strategy, campaigns, and expansion plans.

Tara Kapur

23 Mar 2026 11:24 AM

‘Must actively build trust, counter myths, and reinforce the long-term value of global education'

DET's market lead - India, Tara Kapur on scaling a challenger brand and why functional products need emotional storytelling to win.

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