Best N. Kumar Podcasts (2025)

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Commercialisation of research and innovation in space- an enabler for the startup ecosystem ft Sudheer Kumar N. 36:43

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In this episode of CII Podcasts, Sudheer Kumar N, Former Director, Capacity Building & Public Outreach, ISRO HQ, Department of Space, Government of India, delves into the commercialization of research and innovation in space and its critical role in empowering the startup ecosystem. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Osteoporosis 14:11

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Dr. Walker Redd interviews Dr. Brooke Matson, endocrinologist at UNC Chapel Hill, about osteoporosis. Together, they review the diagnosis of osteoporosis and osteopenia, the use of the FRAX calculator, and the basics of antiresorptive and anabolic therapies. They also cover lifestyle changes that patients with osteoporosis can incorporate to preven…

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Can Wearables help you prevent Chronic Disease? 37:08

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Health is not about reductionist biology, not about treating every body organ separately. Unfortunately this has been practice till now!If we experience particular symptoms, we head to our healthcare practitioner & get a series of labs done! Our healthcare practitioner recommend some synthetic compounds, pharmaceutical drug or generic nutrition rec…

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Promoting Workplace Wellness: The Transformative Role of Yoga ft Mr P N Ranjit Kumar, Joint Secretary (OSD-IDY), Ministry of AYUSH 26:47

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P N Ranjit Kumar, Joint Secretary (OSD–IDY), Ministry of AYUSH, discusses the importance of promoting workplace wellness through Yoga and shares insights into the theme of International Yoga Day, ‘Yoga for One Earth, One Health,’ while outlining the key signature events being planned across India to mark the occasion. He is in conversation with Dr …

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From Accidental Entrepreneur to Startup Icon - K. Ganesh | Prime Venture Partners Podcast 55:16

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What happens when a founder builds and exits four companies, including a multi-million-dollar edtech company, before India even started talking about startups? In this episode, K. Ganesh (Author & Partner at Growth Story) - the man behind BigBasket, Portea, Bluestone, and more breaks down the hard truths, lucky accidents, and pivots that shaped his…

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Building Emotional Connections in the Age of AI ft Inderpreet Singh 23:37

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In the second episode of the State of Marketing series, Inderpreet Singh, Head of Marketing, Birla Opus, shares how AI is deepening emotional connections by enabling more personalized and intuitive brand interactions. He highlights how this evolution is redefining traditional marketing strategies and transforming the way campaigns are crafted and e…

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This Startup Doesn’t Just Use AI, It’s Run by AI | Xiaoyin Qu 35:26

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What if your product manager, designer, developer, AND CEO were all AI? In this game-changing conversation, Xiaoyin Qu, Founder of HeyBoss, joins Pankaj Agarwal (VP @PrimeVP_in) to share how she’s building a startup where software is shipped in minutes, led entirely by AI agents. Before founding HeyBoss, Xiaoyin was a Product Manager at Facebook an…

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Perioperative Risk and Management 21:23

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In this episode, Dr. Emily Gutowski interviews Dr. Michael Janjigian about preoperative assessment and perioperative medicine. They discuss the recent updates to perioperative management guidelines, the Revised Cardiac Risk Index (RCRI) and Gupta scores, and integration of laboratory data into preoperative visits. This episode also helps identify p…

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Building Trust: Responsible Capitalism ft Sunil Bharti Mittal 24:31

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Listen to Sunil Bharti Mittal, Past President, CII and Chairman, Bharti Enterprises as he share insights on how businesses can foster lasting trust with stakeholders to build credibility, ensure long-term success, and contribute to inclusive growth at the CII Annual Business Summit 2025, held on 29-30 May in New Delhi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co…

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Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM) Syndrome 15:23

2M ago15:23

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Dr. Ryan Bonner returns to explore cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome and its clinical implications through the lens of chronic kidney disease. The discussion walks through atherosclerotic risk, weight management, hypertension, and heart failure, offering a multidisciplinary, practical approach to managing CKM. Advertising Inquiries: ht…

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Courageous Leadership: Formula for Inclusive Success ft Tarun N P Varma 50:45

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The first episode of Diversitea, an initiative by the CII Suresh Neotia Centre of Excellence for leadership and Avtar Group, Tarun N P Varma, Global Chief Human Resources & Sustainability Officer, Tata Consumer Products highlights how value-driven leadership that prioritizes equity and embraces diversity can build truly inclusive work environment. …

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AI x SaaS: How PrimeVP Thinks About the Next Wave of Enterprise Innovation 47:01

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AI is no longer experimental—it's foundational. In this explosive episode, PrimeVP Founder & Partner Shripati Acharya and Principal Gaurav Ranjan unpack how AI is reshaping B2B software—and what that means for evaluating and investing in early-stage startups. What you’ll learn: ⚙️ The rise of Enterprise AI and its real-world applications 📈 Prime’s …

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CKD: General Management 15:46

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Dr. Walker Redd interviews Dr. Ryan Bonner, nephrologist at UNC School of Medicine, about principles of managing a patient with CKD. They discuss best practices in assessing a patient's true renal function, review the major classes of medications in CKD, and go over some common pitfalls in treating these patients. Advertising Inquiries: https://red…

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India & US Fintech in 2025: Sheel Mohnot from Better Tomorrow Ventures on PrimeVP Podcast 1:04:18

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What’s next in fintech? In this high-signal episode, Sheel Mohnot (GP at @ Better Tomorrow Ventures) shares deep insight into the future of financial services, AI’s impact on SaaS, and how VC is evolving in 2025. 🔍 In Sheel’s candid chat with Sanjay Swamy, You’ll learn: • What US fintech can learn from India’s public infrastructure (UPI, DEPA, acco…

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The Future of Indian Mining & Construction Equipment Sector ft Vivek Bhatia 22:48

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Vivek Bhatia, Managing Director & CEO, TKIL Industries Pvt Ltd talks about the current mining and construction equipment landscape in India and highlights the upcoming trends that will shape the future of the sector. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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How Zoho Cracked Global Markets with 3 Iconic Campaigns | Prime Venture Partners Podcast 53:23

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What happens when creativity meets sharp market insight? In this episode, Raffic Aslam (ex-Creative Director at Zoho) breaks down the 3 campaigns that defined Zoho’s global marketing playbook: 1️⃣UAE VAT Campaign – A masterclass in cultural targeting that unlocked a new market via a single character: Kutty, the Malayali accountant. 2️⃣ Made in Indi…

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Are fats good for your health? 37:01

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We have spent decades avoiding one of the most essential & vital macromolecule-FATS to our own peril.You may hear these fitness folks propagating fats are bad & causing cardiovascular disease referring to an obsolete & obnoxious paper or theory of Ancel keys who claimed in 1958 that it is fat & cholesterol which causes heart disease.Obviously, thes…

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Strengthening Maternal & Newborn Health Through Community Participation ft Dr Hemang Shah 19:06

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On World health Day 2025, Hemang Shah, Director ‑ Child Health and Development, Children's Investment Fund Foundation highlights how can we work together to create inclusive, sustainable healthcare models that empower communities and ensure that every mother and newborn has a healthy start in life, aligning with this year’s theme ‘Healthy beginning…

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Pulmonary Embolism 21:24

3M ago21:24

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Dr. Allison Greco, pulmonary and critical care specialist at Bellevue Hospital, sits down with Dr. Emily Gutowski and discusses the initial presentation, workup, and management of a patient with a pulmonary embolism. They go through diagnostic modalities, scoring systems, and the various treatment options for patients depending on their risk profil…

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Advancing Maternal & Neonatal Health Through Innovation ft Dr Deepshikha Batheja 21:24

3M ago21:24

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As we celebrate World Health Day 2025, on the theme ‘Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures,’ Dr Deepshikha Batheja, Principal Research Scientist at the Max Institute of Healthcare Management, Indian School of Business and a Visiting Fellow at One Health Trust discusses how new innovations are transforming maternal and neonatal healthcare and in what …

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The Inside Story of Quizizz’s Rise to 70M+ Users & Its Game-Changing Growth Strategy 54:24

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How do you scale a product to 70M+ users without spending a dime on marketing? Deepak Joy Cheenath (Co-founder of Quizizz) reveals: ✅ The moment Quizizz found its viral growth loop ✅ How teacher-driven adoption fueled massive organic scale ✅ The mistakes they made along the way—and what they learned ✅ Why they held off on monetisation for years (an…

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Gout: Acute and Long-Term Management 23:17

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In part 2 of our series on gout, Dr. Michael Pillinger is back to talk about treatment strategies in the acute setting, as well as how to approach urate-lowering therapies in the outpatient setting. He and Dr. Gutowski discuss the impact of lifestyle changes on gout control, and review the elements that may trigger a gout attack. Advertising Inquir…

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Discover your Biological Age Story- Health discourse with Sakshi & Sushant Ep 13 51:22

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Aging is the future not because there is a wave of longevity companies measuring your biological age but assessment of biological age at system biology level gives a comprehensive picture of efficiency of your human & microbial cellular functions.Unfortunately, none of the longevity or so-called fitness companies have model & data in place to measu…

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India's Evolving Renewable Energy Landscape ft Simarpreet Singh 25:33

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Simarpreet Singh, Group Executive Director & CEO, Hartek Group discusses what are the new innovations & trends that are shaping the future of renewables in the country. How are new technological advancements fast-tracking the adoption of clean energy solutions? What key factors should young entrepreneurs and professionals keep in mind while enterin…

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Why Private Equity Paid $8.4 BILLION for Smartsheet | Prime Venture Partners Podcast 43:54

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💡 How do you scale a SaaS company from SMB customers to billion-dollar enterprise deals? In this Prime Venture Partners Podcast episode, we sit down with Praerit Garg, President of Product & Innovation at Smartsheet, to uncover the secrets of scaling SaaS, AI’s role in work management, and the game-changing lessons from Smartsheet’s journey. ⏳ Time…

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Empowering Women Entrepreneurs via Mentorship & Support ft Sucheta Acharya & Dr Neelima T 29:12

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Sucheta Acharya, Vice Chairperson, Hyderabad Mentor Chapter, BYST and Dr Neelima T Founder, COCOTANG talk about their entrepreneurial journeys, challenges and learnings. How can the Indian startup ecosystem be reshaped to encourage more women-led businesses? What are the biggest hurdles women entrepreneurs face today and what can be done to resolve…

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The Evolving Role of Women in India’s Workforce ft Megha Chopra 13:51

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On the occasion of International Women's Day 2025, Megha Chopra, Immediate Past Chair, Delhi Chapter of CII Indian Women Network and Director, RateGain Travel Technologies Ltd shares insights on the evolving role of Indian women in the workforce and its impact on the country’s economic growth. What can the Government, businesses and the society do …

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Women-Led Development: Shaping the India Growth Story ft Rumjhum Chatterjee 18:29

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On International Women's Day 2025, Rumjhum Chatterjee, Chair, CII Centre for Women’s Leadership and Co-Founder & Managing Trustee, The Infravision Foundation highlights how women in India are breaking barriers across industries, driving innovation and economic growth. What does 'women-led development' mean, and how can we further support and amplif…

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From $900 to ~$19B: How One Indian Entrepreneur Built 2 US Unicorn Giants 51:06

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💡 What does it take to build 2 multi-billion-dollar companies? In this episode of the Prime Venture Partners Podcast, we sit down with Dheeraj Pandey, Co-Founder of Nutanix & DevRev, to unpack the real challenges, pivotal decisions, and insights behind building and scaling a successful enterprise tech company. 00:00 - Introduction 00:52 - Dheeraj’s…

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Gout: Presentation and Workup 25:11

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Dr. Emily Gutowski interviews Dr. Michael Pillinger, NYU rheumatologist and gout expert, about the initial presentation and workup of a patient with this gout. This is the first episode of a two-part series on gout. Join us for the next episode where we'll dive into acute management and long-term outpatient treatment strategies for this chronic con…

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Beyond Compliance: CEV Stage V Norms Reshaping the Logistics Industry ft Anil Lingayat 33:39

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Anil Lingayat, Executive Vice President and Business Head of Material Handling Equipment business, a part of Godrej Enterprises Group talks about the transformative shift that India's material handling sector is undergoing with the implementation of CEV Stage V emission norms. How do the CEV Stage V norms compare with CEV Stage III in terms of envi…

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How Venture Capitalists Secure Billions to Fund Indian Startups? | Inside India’s Top VCs' Minds 🚀 40:06

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💰How do VCs raise billions before they invest in startups? What happens behind the scenes when venture capitalists secure funding from Limited Partners (LPs)? 📌 Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 2:45 - How Gautam Mago & Rahul Chowdhri Became VCs 4:55 - The Growth of India’s Startup & VC Ecosystem Over the Years 7:40 - How LPs Shape the Venture Capita…

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Accelerating Industry-Academia Partnership for Viksit Bharat ft Vipin Sondhi 17:44

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Vipin Sondhi, Chairperson, CII Council for Green Mobility and Former MD & CEO, Ashok Leyland & JCB India discusses how a robust industry-academia partnership in India can foster innovation, drive technological advancements, enhance skill development, accelerate knowledge transfer, boost economic growth and help achieve our collective vision of a 'V…

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Approach to Prevention in Cardiovascular Disease 25:36

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Dr. Greg Katz, a cardiologist at NYU Langone Health, takes us through a comprehensive approach to preventing cardiovascular disease in a patient with multiple risk factors. Using a patient case, Dr. Katz explains how to balance lifestyle changes with medical interventions and the role of imaging in risk assessment. He also discusses advanced lipid …

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The Mygate Story: How Abhishek Kumar Worked as a Guard to Build India’s Leading Home Security App 49:39

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In this episode, Abhishek Kumar, co-founder & CEO of Mygate, takes us on the journey of building India’s largest community management platform. From spending a month working alongside security guards to understand their needs, to scaling Mygate to 25,000+ gated communities, Abhishek reveals the key decisions and insights that shaped their success. …

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Redefining FMCG One Sachet at a Time ft CK Ranganathan 47:30

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As a part of the series ‘Inspirational Entrepreneurs – The Legacy and Recipes’ by the CII Centre of Excellence for Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Startups, CK Ranganathan, Co-Chairman, CII National Startup Council and CMD, Cavinkare India Pvt Ltd talks about his journey, learnings and factors behind achieving success in the the dynamic world of Fas…

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Metabolic Therapy for Prevention & successful elimination of cancer- Ft. Dr Thomas N Seyfried 59:16

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In the year 2022, 1.46 million Indians developed cancer while over 9,00,000 lost their life.65% cancer mortality rate is the biggest cause of concern given that we have so many companies claiming to detect cancer early & number of therapies- radiation, chemo & immunotherapies to kill the tumours.Have you ever wondered why ?We have been stuck in the…

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A brief update from RTL 2:58

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Here’s a quick update on some exciting changes at RTL and a look towards the future! Our goal is to deliver more consistent content with a continued focus on internal medicine, covering both inpatient and outpatient topics. Moving forward, rather than releasing episodes by organ system or specialty, we’ll be prioritizing episodes based on when we i…

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Unlocking the Potential of Space Applications for Business & National Growth ft Rajeev Jyoti & Air Vice Marshal DV Khot 34:19

5M ago34:19

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Rajeev Jyoti, Distinguished Scientist, ISRO & Director-Technical Directorate (TD), IN-SPACe, Department of Space, Government of India and Air Vice Marshal DV Khot, Principal Consultant, Implementation of Decadal Vision & Strategy, IN-SPACe, Department of Space, Government of India discuss how space applications can be leveraged to drive innovation,…

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Approach to Dyspepsia 21:24

5M ago21:24

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Dr. Navin Kumar and Dr. Walker Redd discuss their approach to dyspepsia in the outpatient setting. They walk through key symptoms, when to consider H. pylori testing, and how to think about PPI trials. They explore the role of functional dyspepsia, the impact of medications like GLP-1 agonists, and navigating the delicate balance of avoiding unnece…

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From a Village Dream to Global Chemistry ft M Ponnuswami 49:14

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As a part of the series ‘Inspirational Entrepreneurs – The Legacy and Recipes’ by the CII Centre of Excellence for Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Startups, M Ponnuswami, Chairman and Managing Director, Pon Pure Chemicals Group talks about hisentrepreneurial journey, inspirations, challenges and the valuable lessons learnt over the years, while shed…

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Impact of Oxidative Stress on Longevity #biologicalage #aging #longevitysecrets #longevity 6:43

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One of the important factors that directly impacts your longevity & biological age is oxidative stress.Oxidative stress is one of the culprits in the onset of various metabolic diseases & even cancer.What exactly is Oxidative Stress?It is a state of imbalance between pro-oxidant & antioxidant activities.Interaction between your biology with the foo…

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Volunteerism - A Force Multiplier for a Developed India ft TV Narendran 30:46

5M ago30:46

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To celebrate the 12th edition of National Volunteering Week, T V Narendran, Past President CII and Chairman, CII Mission on Net Zero, CEO & Managing Director, Tata Steel Ltd discusses what can be done to scale up volunteerism across industry and society in India and how it can act as a transformative force in envisioning India@100. He is in discuss…

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Rise of India as a Global Innovation Powerhouse ft Kris Gopalakrishnan 9:52

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On National Startup Day, Kris Gopalakrishnan, Chairman, Advisory Board, CII Centre of Excellence for Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Startups and Co-founder, Infosys and Founder, Pratiksha Trust throws light on the journey of the Indian startup sector and the rise of India as a global innovation powerhouse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…

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Cracking Open Global Markets With Value ft Shree Shivkumar 38:56

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As a part of the series ‘Inspirational Entrepreneurs – The Legacy and Recipes’ by the CII Centre of Excellence for Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Startups, Shree Shivkumar, MD, SKM Egg Products highlights how traditional poultry farming has evolved over the past few years and what are the new opportunities that are driving the sector ahead. Hosted …

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2025 Predictions for Indian Startups, Funding, AI & IPOs | Prime Venture Partners Podcast 44:55

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🔮 What does 2025 hold for Indian startups, venture capital, and innovation? In this special episode, Partners at Prime dive deep into the predictions and trends that will shape the world of Indian startups, venture capital, and sectors in 2025. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction: 2025 Startup & VC Predictions 01:15 - Prime’s New Fund Launch & Global …

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Shaping Futures Through Innovation and Sustainability ft Abhay S Meganathan 34:10

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As a part of the series ‘Inspirational Entrepreneurs – The Legacy and Recipes’ by the CII Centre of Excellence for Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Startups, Abhay S Meganathan, Vice Chairman, Rajalakshmi Institutions emphasizes the importance of incorporating sustainability into education and nurturing entrepreneurial skills among Indian youth via h…

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Building India’s Human Capital: Decadal Priorities for School Education & Healthcare ft Dr Karthik Muralidharan 27:42

6M ago27:42

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Dr Karthik Muralidharan, Tata Chancellor's Professor of Economics, University of California, San Diego highlights how prioritizing quality education and accessible healthcare can build a robust foundation for the India’s future at the Global Economic Policy Summit 2024, organized in New Delhi on 11-12 December. Watch the full session at https://you…

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Rheumatoid Arthritis 20:03

6M ago20:03

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Dr. Joyce Zhou, hospitalist at BIDMC, interviews Dr. Emily Gutowski, rheumatology fellow at NYU, about rheumatoid arthritis. They discuss a case of early RA, as well as important diagnostic considerations and first steps in managing this chronic condition. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/…

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Geopolitical Churn: The Impact on Global Growth and India ft Prof David Bach 16:00

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Professor David Bach, President, International Institute for Management and Development (IMD) and Nestlé Professor of Strategy and Political Economy (Switzerland) sheds light on the impact of geopolitical developments on global growth, while highlighting threats and opportunities presented by the current geopolitical environment, at the Global Econ…