Join us for an insightful conversation with Kris Gopalakrishnan, co-founder of Infosys and one of India’s foremost technology entrepreneurs. In this episode, we explore his remarkable journey — from the early days of building Infosys to his ongoing contributions to deep-tech research, innovation, and philanthropy.

Mr. Gopalakrishnan shares his thoughts on the evolution of India’s IT industry, the importance of foundational research in artificial intelligence and brain science, and why he believes the next big leap for India must be led by academia and entrepreneurship. He also reflects on his work with institutions like IIT Madras and the Centre for Brain Research at IISc, and his efforts to nurture India’s innovation ecosystem.

Whether you’re a student, a tech enthusiast, or someone interested in the future of Indian research and enterprise, this episode offers valuable perspectives on leadership, vision, and nation-building.

Resource List:

The Story of India - https://www.penguin.co.in/book/the-it-story-of-india/

Awards and accolades won by Infosys - https://www.infosys.com/about/diversity-inclusion/awards.html

Fax Machine - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fax

Telex Machine - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Telex

What is a satellite link? - https://www.collinsdictionary.com/dictionary/english/satellite-link

TIFRAC - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/TIFRAC

IBM Mainframe - https://www.ibm.com/think/topics/mainframe

Itihaasa - https://itihaasa.com/History

What is a single window clearance program? - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Single-window_system

Government Budget on Research and Development - https://www.cnbctv18.com/budget/budget-2025-government-bears-the-bulk-of-indias-rd-budget-19550338.htm

Technologies Readiness Level - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Technology_readiness_level

Axilor Ventures - https://www.axilor.com

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