How Rani Lakshmibai Became an Enduring Symbol of Leadership
Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi was killed fighting the British during the Indian Rebellion of 1857 on June 18, 1858 near Kotah-ki-Serai outside Gwalior. She was still young, in her twenties. There are conflicting accounts of what happened to her in her final moments; most people claim that she fought on
How Naluri Is Transforming Employee Wellbeing in Asia
The Covid-19 pandemic transformed conversations on public health not just for physical health but also for mental health. The conversations were especially spearheaded at the workplace, because not only does the average adult spend one-third of their lives working, but 15% of working adults worldwide are struggling with a mental
How Vandana Luthra Built VLCC Through Empathy and Grit
When Vandana Luthra started a wellness centre in a basement in the Safdarjung Enclave area of Delhi in 1989, from a small bank loan of ₹20,000, the concept of ‘wellness’ was far from the corporate buzzword that it has become now. On the contrary, it was as alien a concept
Indigenous Knowledge Is Shaping Asia’s Technology Future
One of the most valuable development models for the Asia region is being ignored. Artificial Intelligence, Software Platforms, semiconductors and automation continue to dominate the landscape of venture capital, media coverage and policy discussions. In parallel, many leaders in South and Southeast Asia are creating tangible economic impacts by synthesising
Women Leaders Redefining Impact Investing Across Asia
Philanthropy and commerce went hand-in-hand. Money was minted in one place and dispensed in another. In Asia, more women leaders are breaking that divide by using capital to address local issues and create sustainable economic value. It’s a trend that’s taken such a firm grip that family offices, development institutions
Women Leaders at the Heart of Asia’s Green Transition
For quite some time, conversations around women and sustainability in business were limited to the armchair act of advocacy, in rallies, pledges, and panel discussions. However, that framing is changing now. Across Asia, a generation of women, instead of adding to the armchair discourse on a green, sustainable economy, is
Skills Are Replacing Degrees as the New Career Currency
For decades, a degree from a recognised, if not a renowned, university embodied competence. It was a shorthand for employees to filter out candidates before they actually began evaluating them. In South Asia, where entry to blue-blooded institutes is often determined by geography, caste, family income, and gender, these factors
Bangladesh Seeks EU Trade Pact and RCEP Entry
Bangladesh is taking steps to improve its trade with major global markets. The country is preparing to start formal talks with the European Union (EU) for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). At the same time, Bangladesh is working to join the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP). Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul
Trading Indicators for Beginners: A First-Timer’s Guide
With a good perspective on history, we can have a better understanding of the past and present, and thus a clear vision of the future.– Carlos Slim Helú India now has 22.9 crore demat accounts and 13.1 crore unique stock market investors as of May 2026, up from 4 crore
Allianz Global Investors Acquires UOB Asset Management
Allianz Global Investors (AllianzGI) has agreed to acquire UOB Asset Management (UOBAM) from United Overseas Bank (UOB) Group in Singapore. This move is very important for Allianz as it continues to grow its business in the Asia-Pacific region. Once the deal is done, AllianzGI’s total assets under management in the
