The Indian Impact

*Why do some Indians thrive abroad while others struggle with the "hollow" feeling of being away from home?*In this episode of The Indian Impact, we sit down with *Vishwas Gupta*, a psychologist and creator who has lived in Dubai and Canada before making the bold move back to India. We dive deep into the unique psychological adaptations of the Indian Diaspora, from the brilliance of &quo...

🎉 International Women's Day Special: Fashion Truths No One Taught ! Celebrate Women's Day 2026 with "Give To Gain" empowerment – give yourself the gift of confidence through smarter styling. Join host Gaurav and Amsterdam-based Indian stylist Pooja Lalwani, ex-Google, Tommy Hilfiger, Slayrobe founder, for a fun, science-backed deep dive into body positivity, wardrobe hacks, and...

Welcome to The Indian Impact Podcast! In this episode, host Gaurav Lakhwani is joined by Parikshit Dhume, the President of the Intellectual Cell of BJP, to discuss India's rapidly evolving AI ecosystem and its position on the global stage. With the upcoming AI Summit in Delhi, we dive deep into India's advancements in AI, semiconductors, and homegrown technologies. Parikshit shares valuabl...

“From $8 to Global Boardrooms.”What makes Indian leaders stand out across the world? 🌍In this powerful episode, Silicon Valley pioneer and Indiaspora founder MR Rangaswamy sits down with host Gaurav Lakhwani to unpack leadership, AI, diaspora impact, and the global Indian identity. From coming to the U.S. with just $8 to shaping boardrooms and policy conversations in Washington, MR’s story is as...

“VC isn’t luck. It’s proof.” If you’re a founder or curious investor, this episode makes VC legible—math first, hype last. At 24, London-based investor Anmol Goel walks us through the real game behind venture capital—why you place 100 bets and only 2–3 need to become monsters, and why most “good” 2–3× ideas get ignored to chase the outliers. We start where pop culture ends beyond Shark Tank, into...

The Real Chak De! India Story | Sjoerd Marijne on Coaching Indian Women’s HockeyWhat happens when a Dutch coach takes charge of India’s women’s hockey team that hadn’t won a single match at the Rio Olympics? This is the story of Sjoerd Marijne, the coach who transformed India’s women’s hockey team into world-beaters- taking them to a historic 4th place at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. For the first tim...

Tax season is here, and NRIs around the world are scrambling to understand their obligations in India. In this episode of Staying Indian – The NRI Podcast, host Gaurav sits down with Ankur, Founder of Belong, a financial super-app for NRIs, to decode everything about Indian taxation and compliance for NRIs. We cover: NRI, RNOR & Resident tax statuses Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAAs...

New Episode of Staying Indian – The NRI Podcast What happens when you give up a thriving career in Silicon Valley to return to India? This week, Gaurav Lakhwani sits down with Nupur Dave- author, speaker, NRI transition coach, and ex-Google leader, to talk about her 13-year journey in the US, the burnout she faced, and the life-changing decision to come back home. 🎙 In this episode, Nupur reveals:...

🎙️A Gripping Legal Deep-Dive with  @AmishLegal  In this explosive episode, criminal lawyer and legal reform advocate Amish Aggarwala breaks down real cases, legal myths, and the gaps in Indian and international law: ⚖️ U.S. Gun Laws vs Indian Arms Act – a stark contrast in legal cultures 💔 Divorce filings abroad – what NRIs often overlook 💸 The shocking $500,000 mistake you must avoid 📍Forum sh...

What makes Brazil a strategic partner for India? Why is the BRICS 2025 Summit so crucial in today's global context? How does the Indian diaspora in Brazil stay connected and contribute to bilateral relations? In this insightful episode, Gaurav sits down with seasoned journalist and Shoban Saxena in Brazil to explore: Brazil’s growing role in global trade and politics India–Brazil economic and...

💥 From WhatsApp groups to a 130 Cr fitness empire! In this episode of Staying Indian , gaurav talks with JC, Founder & CEO of Fittr , about his inspiring journey from a 9-to-5 IT job to building one of India’s biggest fitness platforms. 🔥 Key Highlights: ✅ How a personal habit turned into a global brand ✅ Scaling from 10K users to 400K+ ✅ Building tech-enabled health solutions like the He...

Thinking of moving to Australia? You're not alone! In this video, Parul breaks down everything you need to know—from PR rules , tech industry demand , and career opportunities to the reality of job hunting from India . Key Topics Covered: ✅ Is it tough to get PR after 32 or 45? ✅ Tech roles in high demand till 2030 ✅ Safety in Australia for Indian migrants ✅ Remote work, recession-proof career...

@NiranjanChina  spills the tea on sourcing like a pro, navigating global trade, and winning in the world’s biggest manufacturing hub - China. Whether you're building a brand, eyeing international markets, or just love a good business story—this episode delivers the real deal. Here’s what he revealed:1️⃣ How to source from China smarter, not harder (even with zero experience)2️⃣ The #1 mistake...

What’s it really like for an Indian to live and work in Japan? How has Japan changed over the years, and what does it mean for Indians looking to build a career there? In this episode of Staying Indian, we sit down with Deepesh Hinduja San , an NRI who has been living in Japan, to uncover the real experience of life in Japan—from cultural surprises to navigating the job market and understanding th...

Why Is the Technology Sector Still Tough for Women Across the Globe? Role of a woman in society has always been as a staying home and taking care of household and family. For a long time this situation hasn't changed, but recently tides have turned, not on a revolutionary level, but it has begun. In this episode of Staying Indian Podcast - with our guest  @sanyogeetalawande7624  we have discus...

Managing your own money is tough, especially when you move away from home. For NRIs, this becomes even more complex! So to help NRIs Dr. Chandrakantha Bhat sir has started NRI Money Clinic. He started his own YouTube channel in lockdown to guide many NRIs to manage their earnings with the help of his son. Over time, the channel has grown significantly, offering valuable insights and practical advi...

When you move to a new country a lot of challenges come across as you try to settle down. Finding a place, documents registration, finding day-to-day groceries, foods, meeting neighbors, local customs etc. It is a tough task! In The Netherlands Bridging the Gap helps you to come across several issues. In this episode of Staying Indian - The NRI Podcast, we are joined by founder of Bridging the Gap...

In this episode of Staying Indian - The NRI Podcast, we are joined by TEDx & keynote speaker career and Leadership Coach Mrs. Pavi Theva Mrs. Pavi Theva LinkedIn:   / pavitheva   We dive deep into burnout, mindfulness, monotonous jobs . Mrs. Pavi Theva shares her experience on Indian's facing problems with jobs and work burnouts abroad, we discuss the problems of all people facing in corpo...

Is the US job market slowing down? What does it mean for Indians in the USA? The pandemic shook the US job market, and now, four years later, the landscape is still evolving.  In this episode, we explore the state of the US job market 2024 with our special guest, Mr. Darshan Shah, Global Content Marketing Manager at Indeed & Founder of @itsokyaar—a platform dedicated to supporting South Asian...

Are you ready for the Paris Olympics 2024? In this episode of Staying Indian - The NRI Podcast, we are joined by Senior Sports Journalist & IOA Media Attache 2023 Asian Games Mr. Rajaraman G. Mr. Rajaraman’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajaraman-g-hpsport/ We dive deep into India's journey in sports leading up to the Paris 2024 Olympics. Mr. Rajaraman shares his predictions on In...

Advertising is something no one can escape from. When you live out of India there are some special ads that not everyone can see. In this exciting episode, we dive deep into the world of advertising with our special guest Mr. Sandeep Singh Sethi, analyzing some popular ads specifically targeting Non-Resident Indians (NRIs). Sandeep ( @Bunmaskka  ) is a marketing and sales professional with over 7...

In the latest episode of the Staying Indian podcast, we have with us Mr. Vivek Jain, Head of Investments at  @Policybazaar  Policy Bazaar Website: https://www.policybazaar.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/policybazaar?igsh=MTlseWdrbHlyMDdscA== Vivek guides us through the essentials of choosing the right insurance plans as an NRI. He also sheds light on the best NRI health insurance option...

This episode of the Staying Indian Podcast is a complete guide for NRI taxation 2024 and tackles all your tax concerns with Mr. Mohit Gopwani by our side. Mohit is the Head of Tax at SBNRI - Mutual Funds app for NRIs/OCIs, a platform helping NRIs & OCIs in their investments in India. Mohit explains how the innovative app - SBNRI App - simplifies the process for NRIs. From managing Indian inves...

UAE is home to more than 3.5 Million NRIs, and many more are considering work in Dubai, and for good reason! Many are also planning to invest in Dubai real estate. In this episode of Staying Indian with Dubai-based content creator and founder of Finfo & Dhee Consultancy, CS Keerthana Shreesha (  @keerthisfinfonricommunity  ), we dive deep into the exciting job and investment opportunities Duba...

In today’s episode of Staying Indian, we have with us Ms. Arjita Sethi, founder of the New Founder School and professor at San Francisco State University. She’s also an Ayurveda & Yoga practitioner and an advisor at the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center. With more than two decades of being an entrepreneur, Ms. Arjita dives deep into what it takes to build and nurture unconventional entrepreneurs....