CII Podcasts

Anand Mimani, CEO, GreenLine Logistics highlights how Liquid Natural Gas and EVs are offering complementary pathways to achieve a more sustainable and resilient energy future.   How is India’s shift towards LNG and EVs supporting global efforts to combat climate change? What factors are driving the growth of the LNG-powered trucking industry in India and what initiatives are being taken for s...

Ramnath Vaidyanathan, AVP and Head of Environmental Sustainability– Good & Green, Godrej Industries Group discusses India's current water situation and highlights some key strategies to combat the growing water crisis in the country. What are the main factors contributing to India's growing water crisis? How are new innovative technologies helping the industry in reducing water usage and wasta...

n the sixth episode of the Design Talk Series, Jabeen Zacharias, Principal Architect, Jabeen Zacharia and Past President, Institute of Indian Interior Designers (IIID) highlights the importance of integrating interior design practices and design thinking processes for  greater impact in the society . She is in conversation with Prof Preetha Ravi Sree, Associate Dean, Pearl Academy....

Amitabh Kant, G20 India Sherpa highlights why Indian businesses must focus on gaining a competitive edge in the international market by embracing latest technologies, fostering innovation and adopting sustainable practices to meet global standards at the CII Annual Business Summit 2024, held in New Delhi on 17-18 May. What role can Indian industries play in shaping global economic policies that su...

In the fifth episode of the Design Talk Series, Prof Suresh Sethi, Professor of Industrial Design, School of Art & Design, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign highlights how emerging technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence, are transforming the design landscape. He is in conversation with Prof Venkatesh Varala, Assistant Professor, Department of Interaction Design, School of UPES. &...

Ajay Piramal, Chairman, Piramal Enterprises Limited discusses how a holistic model aimed at sustainable and inclusive growth accelerate India’s journey towards a developed India@100 at the CII Annual Business Summit 2024, held in New Delhi on 17-18 May. What role can private enterprise play in driving India's growth and development over the next 25 years? What are the key areas that Indian busines...

Dr V Anantha Nageswaran, Chief Economic Advisor, Government of India highlights the role of businesses in driving advancements in technology, efficiency & innovation, while steering the economy towards more sustainable and equitable outcomes at the CII Annual Business Summit 2024, held in New Delhi on 17-18 May.   What are the key strategies businesses can employ to co-create a sustainabl...

Azim Premji, Founder Chairman, Wipro Ltd highlights the role of businesses in uplifting society at the CII Annual Business Summit 2024, held in New Delhi on 17-18 May. Why are ethics and integrity important for businesses and how do they impact the society as a whole? What can businesses do to build a more just, sustainable and equitable society? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf...

In the fourth episode of the Design Talk Series, Prof Vijay Kumar, Professor - IIT Institute of Design, Chicago shares insights on how integrating design and design thinking process create greater impact in the society. He is in conversation with Manas Ranjan Mishra, Professor, School of Design, UPES. How can the integration of design and emerging technologies lead to better innovation and creativ...

Sacha Wunsch-Vincent, Co-Editor, Global Innovation Index & Head, Section, Economics and Statistics Division, World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) talks about the evolving innovation landscape in India and across the world, while highlighting the emerging trends and cutting-edge technologies that are propelling it.  What are India’s strengths in terms of Innovation and what are...

Shobana Kamineni, Past President, CII and Executive Vice Chairperson, Apollo Hospitals elaborates on the significance of addressing the rising prevalence of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) in India, especially considering their impact on both individual health and the nation's economic growth. What is the collective impact of noncommunicable diseases on society, beyond individual he...

On the occasion of World Health Day, Dilip Jose, Co-Chairman, CII National Council on Healthcare and MD & CEO, Manipal Hospitals discusses the multifaceted role of health in promoting national development and fostering progress on a global scale. What are some key areas where improvements in healthcare can lead to significant advancements in societal well-being and economic growth? How are rap...

Dr Devi Prasad Shetty, Chairman and Executive Director, Narayana Health and Prof Vijay Govindarajan, Coxe Distinguished Professor, Tuck School of Business, Dartmouth College discuss how innovation is reshaping businesses and presenting vast opportunities across various sectors in India. How will artificial intelligence transform healthcare in the coming times? How has digital technology changed th...

Kunal Bahl, Chairman, CII National Startups Council and Co-founder, Snapdeal & Titan Capital highlights pivotal role startups play in driving innovation, creating employment opportunities and stimulating economic growth.   How are startups fostering innovation and contributing to the vision of ‘Viksit Bharat’? What should young startups do to counter existential challenges and improve the...

Vikram Bakshi, Chairman, Ascot Hospitality Pvt. Ltd highlights the factors that are reshaping the tourism and hospitality industry in India.   What should businesses do to thrive in the evolving tourism and hospitality landscape of India? What are the emerging trends that are driving growth for the sector? How is the increased use of technology propelling the tourism industry? Hosted on Acast...

Gurmit Singh Arora, National Chairman of CII – Indian Green Building Council and Managing Director of Rajco Group highlights the potential and impact of green buildings in India, while navigating the landscape of eco-friendly construction. How can sustainable practices in building construction shape the future of India's environmental footprint? How is the Indian Green Building Council contributin...

A R Unnikrishnan, Chairman, CII - GreenPro and Managing Director, Saint-Gobain India Private Limited - Glass Business talks about the shifting landscape of Indian industry towards sustainability and eco-conscious practices, while highlighting how CII-Sohrabji Godrej Green Business Centre is promoting the adoption of greener and more environmentally friendly manufacturing.   What are some key...

Ravichandran Purushothaman, Chairman, CII GBC Energy Efficiency Council; CII National Committee on Cold Chain and President, Danfoss India dives into the dynamic world of energy efficiency and highlights how CII-Sohrabji Godrej Green Business Centre is navigating key areas and opportunities in this landscape, leveraging innovation to reshape industries.   How do we ensure that the focus on en...

Deanne Panday, Fitness Expert, Health Coach & Author highlights the importance of physical fitness, healthy eating habits, recreation and their role in enhancing the overall well-being of an individual and the society as a whole. She is in discussion with Rajan Navani, Chairman, CII India@75 Council.   Considering the rising the trend of health consciousness among Indians, how can improvi...

Kartik Bharat Ram, Joint Managing Director, SRF Group of Companies talks about the fast-evolving speciality chemical manufacturing sector in India and the emerging trends & technologies that are shaping the future of the industry. How has the manufacturing landscape evolved over the years, especially in the context of technological advancements? How is speciality chemicals manufacturing contri...

Anshuman Magazine, Chairman & CEO - India, South-East Asia, Middle East and Africa, CBRE highlights how sustainable infrastructure is transforming the real estate sector in the country. With the emergence of smart cities, how is sustainable infrastructure shaping urban development and the real estate landscape? What are the unique technovations in the real estate industry that we can expect to...

Syed Junaid Altaf, Vice Chairman of CII J&K State and Promoter & Group Executive Director – FIL Industries Private Limited highlights how sustainable practices are transforming businesses across sectors.   In what ways is sustainable tourism paving the future path for the sector? What is sustainable mobility and how is it contributing to climate action? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

Madhabi Puri Buch, Chairperson, Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) talks about the strategies that will further help in building resilient capital markets to support the growing needs of the Indian economy at the CII Global Policy Economic Forum 2023.   What are the ways of striking a balance between ease of doing business vis-a-vis investor protection? How can data and tech enable...

Mark David Abrams, CEO, Global Head of Trade & Receivables Finance, Trade Finance Global, highlights the importance of enhancing the resilience of global value chains to mitigate the impact of supply chain disruptions. What are some key challenges that need to be addressed to ensure that global value chains are both inclusive and resilient? What are the emerging trends and technologies that wi...

Kiran Nadar, Chairperson, Kiran Nadar Museum of Art, Trustee, Shiv Nadar Foundation discusses how promotion of art and culture in India can foster creativity, inclusivity, economic growth and cultural richness in the country. She is in discussion with Rajan Navani, Chairman, CII India@75 Council. How can India leverage its soft power to become a global leader by 2047? What can be done to enco...