CII Podcasts

Ramnath Vaidyanathan, AVP and Head of Environmental Sustainability– Good & Green, Godrej Industries Group discusses India's current water situation and highlights some key strategies to combat the growing water crisis in the country.What are the main factors contributing to India's growing water crisis? How are new innovative technologies helping the industry in reducing water usage and wastage?

n the sixth episode of the Design Talk Series, Jabeen Zacharias, Principal Architect, Jabeen Zacharia and Past President, Institute of Indian Interior Designers (IIID) highlights the importance of integrating interior design practices and design thinking processes for greater impact in the society. She is in conversation with Prof Preetha Ravi Sree, Associate Dean, Pearl Academy.What can be done to nurture and encourage young talent aspiring to pursue interior architecture & design as a profession? Considering India's diverse climatic zones, how can sustainable interior design practices, tailored to local conditions, pave the way for global leadership in eco-conscious architecture?

Gautam Aggarwal, Division President, South Asia & Country Corporate Officer, India, Mastercard talks about the fast-evolving digital landscape for MSMEs in India and its impact on the future of the sector.What challenges do Indian MSMEs face in adopting digital technologies? How can MSMEs leverage e-commerce platforms to expand their market reach?

Amitabh Kant, G20 India Sherpa highlights why Indian businesses must focus on gaining a competitive edge in the international market by embracing latest technologies, fostering innovation and adopting sustainable practices to meet global standards at the CII Annual Business Summit 2024, held in New Delhi on 17-18 May.What role can Indian industries play in shaping global economic policies that support sustainable and inclusive growth? How can Indian industries leverage globalization to enhance their global competitiveness while mitigating the risks associated with increasing protectionism?

In the fifth episode of the Design Talk Series, Prof Suresh Sethi, Professor of Industrial Design, School of Art & Design, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign highlights how emerging technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence, are transforming the design landscape. He is in conversation with Prof Venkatesh Varala, Assistant Professor, Department of Interaction Design, School of UPES. What can young designers expect from new technologies such as generative AI? How can the integration of AI improve creativity in design projects?

Ajay Piramal, Chairman, Piramal Enterprises Limited discusses how a holistic model aimed at sustainable and inclusive growth accelerate India’s journey towards a developed India@100 at the CII Annual Business Summit 2024, held in New Delhi on 17-18 May.What role can private enterprise play in driving India's growth and development over the next 25 years? What are the key areas that Indian businesses should focus on to ensure sustainable growth in the long term? How can India unlock and strengthen its socioeconomic potential?

Dr V Anantha Nageswaran, Chief Economic Advisor, Government of India highlights the role of businesses in driving advancements in technology, efficiency & innovation, while steering the economy towards more sustainable and equitable outcomes at the CII Annual Business Summit 2024, held in New Delhi on 17-18 May. What are the key strategies businesses can employ to co-create a sustainable and responsible future? How can businesses balance profit-making objectives with their responsibilities towards environmental sustainability, social equity, and ethical governance?

Azim Premji, Founder Chairman, Wipro Ltd highlights the role of businesses in uplifting society at the CII Annual Business Summit 2024, held in New Delhi on 17-18 May.Why are ethics and integrity important for businesses and how do they impact the society as a whole? What can businesses do to build a more just, sustainable and equitable society?