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Have you registered for India week this weekend yet? Check out all the details in this link. Looking forward to meeting all the prominent leaders. #indiaweek 2024 - Pratik D. EPG Economic and Strategy Consulting

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Marathoner's Mantra - Corporate Lesson #Practice #Persistence: Lessons from the #Marathon to the #Boardroom In the early hours of this Sunday morning, I found myself standing at the starting line for another long #run with fellow #runners. Each step a testament to the months of relentless training and unwavering persistence. The first few kilometers were exhilarating. The #energy was infectious, and my #spirits were high. But as the kilometers added up, fatigue began to set in under the humid weather. It was in those moments of doubt that I truly learned the meaning of persistence. The Marathon #Mindset :- A marathon is not merely about physical endurance; it’s a #mental #game. #Runners train for months, often years, building their stamina, perfecting their technique, and preparing their minds for the long haul. The road is fraught with obstacles: inclement weather, physical pain, and the ever-tempting urge to quit. Yet, those who persevere through these #challenges experience the exhilaration of crossing the finish line. Corporate Lesson - Persistence in Professional Life: Much like marathon training, building a successful career requires #consistent #effort, #dedication, and #resilience. Here’s how adopting a marathon mindset can drive #professional #growth: 1. Setting Long-term Goals: Marathon runners don’t just aim to finish a race; they #set #specific #time #goals, work on improving their pace, and often plan for multiple races. Similarly, professionals should set long-term career goals, break them down into manageable milestones, and continually strive for improvement. 2. Training and Skill Development: Just as runners follow a #rigorous #training regimen, professionals need to continually develop their #skills. This might mean taking courses, seeking mentorship, or gaining hands-on experience. 3. Overcoming Challenges: In both marathons and careers, #challenges are #inevitable. Runners face physical fatigue and mental blocks, while professionals encounter project setbacks, missed opportunities, and workplace conflicts. Persistence is about pushing through these difficulties and learning from them. 4. Maintaining #Focus and #Motivation: Marathon runners often visualize the finish line to maintain their motivation. In the professional world, it’s crucial to keep your end goals in sight, a successful project completion, or mastering a new skill. Regularly reminding yourself of your objectives can help maintain your drive. 5. Celebrating Milestones: Each mile completed in a marathon is a victory. Similarly, celebrating professional milestones—big or small—can boost your morale and encourage you to keep going. Recognize your progress and reward yourself for your achievements. Whether you’re running a marathon or navigating your professional journey, remember that persistence is your most powerful ally.

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Celebrating Indian Entrepreneurs! Today and every day, we recognize the visionaries who shape India's entrepreneurial landscape. Inspiring Stories: 1.⁠ ⁠Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw (Biocon) - Pioneering biotech innovation. 2.⁠ ⁠Nandan Nilekani (Infosys) - Transforming India's IT industry. 3.⁠ ⁠Sachin Bansal (Flipkart) - Revolutionizing e-commerce. 4.⁠ ⁠Byju Raveendran (Byju's) - Educating millions. 5.⁠ ⁠Falguni Nayar (Nykaa) - Empowering beauty and wellness. Key Takeaways: 1.⁠ ⁠Innovation drives growth. 2.⁠ ⁠Resilience overcomes obstacles. 3.⁠ ⁠Passion fuels success. To Aspiring Entrepreneurs: 1.⁠ ⁠Believe in your idea. 2.⁠ ⁠Learn from failures. 3.⁠ ⁠Surround yourself with mentors. Share Your Story: Tell us about your entrepreneurial journey! #IndianEntrepreneurs #StartupIndia #Innovation #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #Motivation #SuccessStory #Inspiration

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With the #Olympic Games Paris 2024 just around the corner, the integration of the Unified Payments Interface (#UPI) at key locations in #Paris marks a significant milestone. Indian visitors can now enjoy the ease of making payments at iconic spots like the Eiffel Tower and Galeries Lafayette using UPI, mirroring the convenience they experience back home. This move is more than a convenience; it symbolises the bridging of nations through technology. The launch of UPI at such a pivotal time underscores the importance of seamless, efficient payment systems for millions of travellers. As an Indian in Paris, you can now focus on enjoying the games and the sights without worrying about currency exchanges and transaction hassles. UPI’s journey since its inception in 2016 has been nothing short of remarkable. Reaching 14 billion transactions in June 2024 with a 49% year-on-year increase shows its massive impact. This growth highlights how powerful and reliable UPI is, making it a role model for other countries. As we gear up for the excitement of the Olympic Games Paris 2024, it’s heartening to see how UPI is enhancing the experience for Indian visitors. This isn’t just about payments; it’s about making global travel more seamless and enjoyable. International Olympic Committee – IOC https://lnkd.in/d3rTdBGy #UPI #Paris #Eiffel #Olympics #National #Technology #Games

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The evolving global market underscores finance's vital role in shaping economies and empowering communities. Technological innovations in financial services democratize capital access and promote inclusivity, directing finance toward sustainable growth. India's recent issuance of sovereign green bonds, aligned with its Net Zero targets, marks a commitment to green infrastructure funding. Financial inclusion integrates the underserved into the financial system, enhancing savings, insurance, and credit access, thereby reducing urban-rural economic disparities. By 2025, financial inclusion is expected to add $3.7 trillion to emerging economies, promoting government efficiency and sustainable practices. India's 2023 sovereign green bonds finance projects reducing carbon intensity, underscoring a global shift toward investments yielding financial and environmental returns. These initiatives are crucial for sustainable development, fostering comprehensive growth, inclusivity, resilience, and prosperity. #FinancialInclusion #GreenBonds #SustainableFinance #InclusiveGrowth #NetZero #LordFincapLimited #Rockett

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FinTalks: National Payments Corporation Of India (NPCI) has taken a strategic step by incorporating National Payments Corporation Of India (NPCI) BHIM Services Ltd as a wholly-owned subsidiary. Lalitha Nataraj, a former banker with experience at IDFC FIRST Bank and ICICI Bank, will lead the new entity as CEO. This move aims to meet the rising demand for digital transactions, address market expectations, and enhance financial inclusion. With PhonePe and Google Pay dominating 85% of UPI volumes, the National Payments Corporation Of India (NPCI)'s decision to boost BHIM's presence is crucial. In June, BHIM accounted for a mere 0.16% of payment volumes, highlighting the need for expansion. This isn't NPCI's first venture into subsidiaries, having previously transferred its bill payment system to NPCI Bharat BillPay Ltd. Incorporating National Payments Corporation Of India (NPCI) BHIM Services Ltd signifies a strategic shift in the National Payments Corporation Of India (NPCI)'s approach towards fostering a competitive UPI market. #fintalks #npci #bhim #upi #seamlesstransactions #digitaltransactions

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Tips for all technocrats from across technical institutes in India preparing for #SmartIndiaHackathon2024 Use The MOM Test Theory in action. If you have no idea what is MOM Test, Its book written by Rob Fitzpatrick; I know current GenZ (who find more engagement in 1 min ig reel) are not used to read books, still if anyone is interested, this book is available on amazon (highly recommended). You can also read gist about this book in this medium article https://lnkd.in/g5q69wy7 Coming back to putting MOM Test in action while preparing #SIH2024 Follow the steps: ##1. Questions to Understand the Problem (99% teams directly jumps upon solution without swimming into problem statement's vast ocean. Fun Fact: Understanding problem statement constitutes 90% of solution part)   - Articulate few basics to complex and yet simple, silly straight-forward questions  - Sometimes simplest or silliest of question, give great insight to understand problem ##2. Questions to Gauge Existing Solutions   - What tools or systems currently exist to address this problem?   - Why dissatisfaction for existing form of solution? - Keep the why coming... #3. Questions to Identify Potential Willingness to Pay (This will answer financial viability)   - How much time and resources do one currently invest for existing solution?   - Can potential solution reduce cost or time? If it is then by what percentage?   - If you were at the other side i.e. of potential user/buyer of the solution will you pay for the solution (Empathize with the user) ##4. Questions to Uncover Specific Needs or Pains   - How important is <pick up most important part of problem statement>   - What are the consequences if the efficiency of your solution is low?   - Go through user journey of ideated/proposed solution OR journey in existing scenario of problem statement - Come up with 3-4 profile of different user persona (user persona would be the one who will use the solution or facing the given problem statement) These questions will help you gathering valuable insights on the problem, existing solutions, and potential demand for the proposed solution. Abhay Jere MoE's Innovation Cell Yogesh Brahmankar Pradeep Dhage #SIH2024 #SmartIndiaHackathon2024

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In the face of India's worst water crises in recorded history, Microsoft and Indian startup FluxGen have joined forces to deliver a groundbreaking solution. Their new software technology is set to transform how we manage and conserve water. 💡 Through pilot projects at St Martha's Hospital and another multi-speciality hospital in Whitefield, Bengaluru—a city where water scarcity has become a major issue—this innovative solution has already achieved a remarkable 50% reduction in water usage. 👏 FluxGen’s advanced sensor fusion, AI, and IoT technologies are at the forefront of this initiative, designed to detect leaks, minimize wastage, and curb excessive water use. With water demand projected to double by 2030, this technology could play a pivotal role in conservation efforts nationwide. 🌍💧 The potential for scaling this project across India is enormous. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, we’re not just addressing immediate water challenges but also laying the foundation for a more sustainable future. 🌱 Let’s champion such innovations that promise to make a significant impact on our environment and daily lives. #WaterConservation #TechForGood #Innovation #Microsoft #FluxGen #Sustainability #IoT #AI #WaterManagement #FutureReady

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Nitin Chugh, Deputy Managing Director & Head of Digital Banking & Transformation, State Bank of India believes that the evolving relationship between digital banking and FinTech is reshaping India’s financial milieu, facilitating remarkable innovation and change Read more #ETInsights #SBI #FinTech #Change #DigitalBanking #Transformation

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