Category: innovation

Techwave Named Finalist in Two Categories at PAY360 Awards 2025

18 September 202518 September 2025 Svetlana M No Comments

Hyderabad, 9 September 2025 – Techwave, a global IT and engineering solutions provider, has been shortlisted as a finalist at the PAY360 Awards 2025 in two prestigious categories: Outstanding Customer Engagement Programme and Best FX Initiative. The recognition highlights Techwave’s commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions in the financial services sector. Its Best FX Initiative…

Business, innovation, News

Nano Businesses: The Silent Engines of India’s Growth Story

7 July 20257 July 2025 Sandeep R Manakeshwar No Comments

Shankar’s small eatery was more than just a business—it was a lifeline, a testament to the millions of informal enterprises quietly fueling India. This piece uncovers the overlooked world of nano businesses and Informal Micro Enterprises (IMEs), revealing their immense importance, the systemic hurdles they face, and how recent reforms are providing a much-needed path…

Entreprenurs, India, innovation, Opinion, SMEs

Why BRICS Nations Are the Real Advanced Economies Today

3 June 20259 June 2025 P Koshy No Comments

For decades, global development discourse has relied on outdated binaries—“developed” and “developing”—shaped by the post-World War II institutional architecture and Cold War geopolitics. The transatlantic powers of North America and Western Europe have long assumed the role of global standard-bearers of development. However, a closer look at present-day realities reveals a different story. On key…

FEATURED, innovation, Leadership, Manufacturing, Opinion, Politics, SMEs, start-up, Startups, Strategy, TOP STORIES, Uncategorised

STRIVE Initiative Strengthens India’s ITI Ecosystem, Boosts Female Participation and Learning Outcomes

14 December 202417 December 2024 Svetlana M No Comments

New Delhi, December 13, 2024 – The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) showcased the achievements of its STRIVE (Skills Strengthening for Industrial Value Enhancement) initiative during an event at Kaushal Bhawan. The program, supported by the World Bank, has significantly enhanced India’s Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) by improving infrastructure, learning outcomes, and inclusivity…

Business, Human Capital, innovation, Leadership, News, TOP STORIES, Young Entreprenurs

Industry 5.0: Human-CentricManufacturing and Customization for SMEs

30 September 202424 October 2024 Chris Peterson No Comments

As the world adapts to rapid technological advances, the dawn of Industry 5.0 marks a pivotal shift in the landscape of manufacturing and enterprise. Building upon the foundations laid by Industry 4.0, which focused on automation, the Internet of Things (IoT), and data exchange, Industry 5.0 introduces a crucial element to the equation: the human touch. With an emphasis on human-machine collaboration, personalized manufacturing, and sustainable innovation, Industry 5.0 is particularly transformative for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), offering opportunities to enhance efficiency while empowering their workforce.

FEATURED, innovation, SMEs, Technology, TOP STORIES

UNIDO Showcases Climate-Tech Solutions at Energy Efficiency Summit 2024

13 September 202419 September 2024 Editor No Comments

Hyderabad, 13 September 2024 — The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) reaffirmed its commitment to India’s climate and net-zero goals by presenting 18 innovative climate-tech solutions at the Energy Efficiency Summit 2024, hosted by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) from 10 to 12 September. These solutions, validated under UNIDO’s Facility for Low Carbon…

FEATURED, innovation, Sustainable Development, Technology

ITU-Huawei Digital Talent Program Launches First Cohort to Drive Global Innovation

21 July 202426 July 2024 Editor No Comments

The Generation Connect Young Leadership Programme (GCYLP) is a dynamic initiative designed to empower and inspire young digital leaders. Launched by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in collaboration with Huawei, the program provides guidance, training, and financial support to 30 young fellows each year, enabling them to implement transformative digital development projects in their communities…

FEATURED, innovation, Leadership, News, Technology, Videos

Transforming Micro, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises with AI

3 July 20243 July 2024 Chris Peterson No Comments

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing industries globally, and Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) are no exception. While large corporations have long leveraged AI to drive innovation and efficiency, MSMEs are increasingly adopting AI to remain competitive and enhance their operations. Here’s a look at how AI can be applied in MSMEs and the transformative…

AI, Cyber Security, innovation, Opinion, SMEs, Strategy, Technology

SwitchMed: Catalyzing a Green Revolution in the Mediterranean

25 June 202228 November 2024 Editor No Comments

Through the success of the SwitchMed initiative, the Southern Mediterranean countries are poised to lead by example, demonstrating that economic growth and environmental stewardship can go hand in hand. For businesses, policymakers, and green innovators, SwitchMed represents a beacon of opportunity and a call to action in the fight against climate change.

Circular Economy, Entreprenurs, Enviornment, FEATURED, innovation, Manufacturing, SMEs, TOP STORIES

Six technology innovation platforms launched for the development of technologies for globally competitive manufacturing in India

3 July 20217 July 2021 Editor No Comments

“Innovation in high-end technology creates wealth for the country” Prakash Javadekar Minister of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises, Government of India

innovation, News, Technology