Awareness, Guidance Key to Retirement Planning: V. Vaidyanathan
IDFC First Bank has seen remarkable success in 2023, riding on impressive financial performance, with deposits growing at 40% thanks to customer-friendly banking initiatives and tools. In an exclusive interview, V. Vaidyanathan, managing director and chief executive officer of IDFC First Bank, speaks about the importance of retirement planning early in life, the emotions of those concerned and the tools for retirement planning which can provide financial security and peace of mind
Suchetana Ray - February 29, 2024
Consumption Pattern Slightly Different This Election Year, Says Vijay Chandok
Election years usually bring in volatility in the market. Vijay Chandok, managing director and CEO of ICICI Securities, talks about opportunities and challenges in 2024 for the stock market. Edited excerpts:
Nidhi Sinha - December 29, 2023
Merrill Pereyra
Merrill Pereyra, Managing Director, Pizza Hut Indian Subcontinent
October 31, 2023
Britannia Is Looking at the Future of Food: Varun Berry
Since inception, Britannia has changed hands several times. Amid the challenges that come with changes in ownership, the brand remains steadfast in its focus on consumer preferences and is currently a leading FMCG brand in India. Varun Berry, managing director and vice chairman of Britannia, talks about the company’s thrust areas, strategies and plans to add more food categories to its portfolio in the coming years
Suchetana Ray - July 28, 2023
Tata Steel Is the Original Make In India Story: T.V. Narendran
Tata Steel has become one of the leading steel manufacturers across the globe in the last 116 years. The company is hopeful of lasting another 100 years on the back of its multi-generational employees and a people-centric work culture. With clear focus and targets in sight, T.V. Narendran, chief executive officer and managing director of Tata Steel, explains how a large part of its future growth will take place in India due to the infra push of the government and its investment in future and sustainable technology
Suchetana Ray - July 28, 2023
Zubin Saxena
Zubin Saxena, managing director and senior area vice president, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group, loves golf for the lessons in patience and self-discipline that it gives
July 29, 2023
When Cases Of Wilful Misconduct Arise, VCs Must Probe: Rajan Anandan
Rajan Anandan, managing director, Sequoia Capital, believes that no amount of oversight or audits can ensure proper governance at a company if there is a lack of commitment to the cause on part of the founders. However, what matters is the action taken when there is evidence of wilful wrongdoing. Edited excerpts:
Outlook Business Team - February 27, 2023
Walking The Talk
PVR joint managing director Sanjeev Kumar Bijli sources his daily quota of happy hormones through his exercise routines
Sneha Kanchan - August 28, 2022
Garuda Mart: Scripting An Indigenous Entreprenurial Story
Garuda Mart, a premium large appliance company, epitomises the journey of a small business house. Garuda Mart, under the able stewardship of Mr R Venkataramana, Chairman & Managing Director, has scripted a unique and fast-growing business story.
August 26, 2022
The Fastest Growing Brand - Redefining Personal Care
Providing personal care with an understanding of the patient and family members’ ecosystem defines Kauvery Hospital. In an intense and passionate conversation Dr. Manivannan Selvaraj, Founder and Managing Director of Kauvery Hospital, explains the hospital’s basis, vision, and mission. He tells M.Rajendran, the plans and hopes of his and the staff for the organization.
M. Govinda Rao - June 10, 2022