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Apr 12, 2023 • 11min
Inside our IT Services special
The IT sector has been a shining beacon of hope for the Indian economy--even during the pandemic. But the recent layoff spree in the industry indicates that businesses are prioritising savings, cutting costs over growth prospects. Harichandan Arakali, who has anchored this issue, sheds light on this story's other, brighter side

Mar 29, 2023 • 11min
Inside the Forbes India Leadership Awards 2023
Forbes India's Salil Panchal takes you through what you can expect from the 12th edition of the Forbes India Leadership Awards—new formidable leaders, new categories and awardees, and more

Mar 13, 2023 • 19min
Women and entrepreneurship: Shaping the destiny
This issue of Forbes India celebrates women founders of successful outfits from across the country. This new crop of entrepreneurs is leaving gender stereotypes behind and building valuable organisations. Their passion to succeed has caught the attention of VCs, consumers, analysts, and believers. In this podcast, Rajiv Singh sifts through 11 inspiring tales of founders who are boldly charting their course

Mar 1, 2023 • 12min
Inside our philanthropy issue
Over the years, Forbes India has covered philanthropic stories, trying to understand different trends, evolving purposes, and people who are at the forefront of various giving initiatives. So what's new in this edition? Divya J Shekhar answers this question and shares how philanthropy has moved beyond the billionaires

Feb 13, 2023 • 11min
Inside our special innovation issue
This issue is forward-looking and focuses on startup-led innovation in India. It also uncovers critical challenges that need to be surmounted to let this ecosystem thrive and produce sustainable solutions. Harichandan Arakali unpacks the stories from this issue that have put a spotlight on entrepreneurs who are trying to solve the hard problems

Jan 30, 2023 • 16min
30 Under 30 Class of 2023: Inside the 10th edition
Forbes India 30 Under 30 alumni have always written outstanding success stories and this year is no different. In its 10th edition, Forbes India 30 Under 30 has once again found young dreamers who are only getting started. From 21-year-old Udit Singhal of Glass2Sand to Siva Teja Kakileti of Niramai, to cofounders of Genrobotics, to Commonwealth Games gold medal winners Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, the Class of 2023 is filled with young achievers who are already changing the world. Ruchika Shah shares the legacy of the list and breaks down the process of choosing the winners.
Check out the complete list of winners - https://www.forbesindia.com/lists/30-under-30-2023/

Jan 16, 2023 • 14min
What happened after the dust of the IPO storm settled?
After an IPO frenzy 18 months ago, things appear to have cooled in the Indian startup ecosystem. But enthusiasts and hopefuls are still gearing up to list their companies in 2023. Times have changed now. Analysts believe that only those who have shifted their focus from aggressive growth to profitability will be rewarded in the volatile and cautious environment. Rajiv Singh talks about the cover story about companies that have taken a badgering since their IPO launch and also gives insight into other important stories to flip through

Jan 3, 2023 • 11min
Showstoppers 2022-23 edition: The making of
What are Showstoppers? And who are the 2022-23 Showstoppers? Delve into our latest cover story podcast with Forbes India's Divya J Shekhar to go behind the scenes and into the making our our first-ever Showstoppers list, which recognises 50 outperformers from the field of cinema, OTT and sports

Dec 19, 2022 • 13min
Neeraj Chopra and his journey to becoming an all-time great
Neeraj Chopra became the first track and field athlete from India to win an Olympic gold medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. In 2022, he became the first Indian to win the Diamond League final with a javelin throw of 88.44 metres. The Haryana lad has become the most written-about sportsperson this year. His achievements have landed him on the cover of our 2022 Year-Ender Special. In this podcast, Kathakali Chanda talks about her cover story which analyses how Chopra has given Indian athletics a seat at the table.

Dec 5, 2022 • 9min
Inside our W-Power 2022 issue
Celebrating women leaders in diverse fields, the Forbes India W-Power 2022 list features women who are breaking stereotypes, dismissing doubters, and leading change. In this issue, you will find self-made women who created their paths to define their destinies. From the small-town girl story of Chanel boss Leena Nair to the tale of Sequoia India's Sakshi Chopra's patience and perseverance, Varsha Meghani shares the details of how the list came about and the pages you must flip through in this edition


