Inside Forbes India

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 the...

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

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

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...

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 s...

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

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, Ka...

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 pati...

Forbes India's annual India's 100 Richest billionaires list is out. In the podcast, Rucha Sharma shares some fascinating numbers that emerged after analysing the data about the net worths of Indian billionaires. Tune in to know more about the youngest and oldest billionaires, the debutantes, returnees, and dropouts, and also the must-read stories from the issue

This is the second edition of the Forbes Asia 100 to Watch 2022 list. 11 companies from India have made the cut. These startups are picked for their efforts to address real-world challenges with fresh thinking and innovative products and services. Samidha Jain walks you through the issue that puts the spotlight on startups that strive for creativity, innovation and being a force of social change

The talk and effects of funding winter have gripped the Indian startup ecosystem. But, early-stage investments in the same ecosystem seem to have survived so far. For this ‘VCs special’ issue, Rajeev Singh interacted with a wide section of early-stage and growth-stage VC firms. In this podcast, he shares the insights he gathered and what to expect from this special edition

At the onset of Diwali, Forbes India brings you a special luxury issue that dives into the world of private jets, yacht shows, expensive art collections, exclusive designers, and even gastronomy made with the luxury focal points. Issue anchor Darielle Britto flips the pages and gives an overview

FIFA World Cup 2022 will kick off on November 20 in Qatar. The world is already abuzz and Forbes India was not going to watch from the fences. Divya J Shekhar and Kathakali Chanda take you inside the collector's edition that features beautiful stories of Indian football from around the country, the history of the world cup, and also the players you need to keep an eye on

Forbes India's latest issue package is about the mega stars of regional brands of the nation. In this podcast, Rajiv Singh and Naini Thaker discuss how these brands have made a mark for themselves over decades. What separates them from the rest? What are their ambitions and where do they go from here? And why did they choose to become regional rulers?

The Indian startup ecosystem is home to more than 100 unicorns. Investors put their faith in the future success of these ventures, but not many of them managed to deliver the outsized returns VCs were expecting. In this podcast, Rajiv Singh, who anchored the Profitable Unicorns issue, sheds light on the rare companies with a valuation, growth, and bottom line worth boasting about.

Once a company becomes of a certain size, it gets harder to keep up the growth rate. Does it stand true for Hindustan Unilever as well? To Samar Srivastava, writer of this cover story, Hindustan Unilever's CEO and MD Sanjiv Mehta comes across as somebody who is always looking at where his next bit of growth is going to come from. In this podcast, he discusses Mehta's approach and how he has set up...

Rasesh Desai, Managing Director of Wagh Tea Group, is the same age as independent India. Born in 1947, the third-generation entrepreneur has built Wagh Bakri into India’s third largest packaged tea brand. Rajiv Singh takes us behind the scenes of how this cover story came to be and how the brand story played out with the chronicle of independent India

The latest issue of Forbes India is dedicated to families who have survived and thrived in the brutal world of business. These families come from diverse backgrounds, and operate in different segments but adapting, transforming, and keeping up with times are the common traits they all share. Rajiv Singh takes us through what went into making the issue and how these businesses have been scripting b...

This is the world of social media stars and we are just living in it. They have gathered millions of followers by producing genuine content, telling engaging stories, and starting conversations about important and pressing issues as well. But these 'careers' are fickle. It takes creativity, consistency, and hard work to become a brand that marketers want to be associated with. Forbes India's speci...

You may not have heard of Dixon Technologies but it manufactures electronics including consumer electronics, home appliances, and more, for some of the largest companies in India and around the world, including Xiaomi, Panasonic, Motorola, Philips, and so on. Cover story author Naini Thaker gives you a glimpse into Vachani's and Dixon's journey, and his travails and triumphs with entrepreneurship...

If you are into fantasy sports or if you simply follow the action of the Indian Premier League, you are no stranger to the name Dream11. Co-founders Harsh Jain and Bhavit Sheth launched the gaming company in 2008. Come 2022, parent company Dream Sports has become a fantasy sports juggernaut. In this podcast, Naini Thaker talks about what makes the company tick

India has set the goal to reach net-zero emissions by 2070 with interim checkpoints. Policy measures from the government and heavy investments from the corporate sector will play a crucial role. In this podcast, detailing the climate special, Technology Editor Harichandan Arakali takes a 360-degree view of the climate crisis—from manufacturers like General Electric (GE) that are adapting to the ne...

India's tech sector is going through exciting times. There are around 1,500 companies in the SaaS sector, clocking over $2 billion in annual revenues. The SaaS industry has done exceedingly well owing to the world's increasing reliance on technology to deal with everyday tasks. "If Indian SaaS entrepreneurs choose to go far, not just fast, they will likely eclipse the IT services industry and much...

From a small family-run business in Kolkata to starting up on his own and transforming the wedding attire market, Modi, the latest entrant on the billionaires list has built Manyavar into a brand to be reckoned with. Cover story author Manu Balachandran gives you a peek into how and where it all started

This D2C special issue takes a look at a clutch of digital-first consumer brands that not only have a differentiated product and have clocked furious growth, but also have a firm eye on the bottom line. Rajiv Singh gets into the details of what makes 'Noise' and what's making 'Country Delight'