Author name: Ananta Kar

Ananta is wrapping up her postgraduate studies in Comparative Literature whilst juggling a solid two-year writing career. She cut her teeth as a sports journalist before discovering her true passion: India's exploding gaming scene. These days, she's obsessed with how gaming culture is reshaping the country, and her academic research chops bring unexpected depth to every piece. Whether dissecting esports trends or exploring biologics in India, renewable energy, electric Vehicles & Smart Transportation topics, Ananta writes with the curiosity of a researcher and the energy of someone who genuinely loves what they do.

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India’s EV battery revolution: how a 14-fold surge will transform mobility by 2032

Imagine India’s roads in 2032—silent, emission-free vehicles gliding past petrol pumps that once dominated every corner. This isn’t science fiction; it’s the impending reality as India’s electric vehicle battery market prepares for an unprecedented transformation. From a modest 17.7 GWh in 2025, demand is projected to catapult to a staggering 256.3 GWh by 2032—a 14-fold […]

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Breaking barriers in biologics: Dr. Srinivas Maddi on AI, innovation, and the future of drug discovery

Meet the man who’s rewriting the rules of pharmaceutical innovation In the fast-evolving world of biologics and biopharmaceuticals, few names command as much respect as Dr. Srinivas Maddi. With a Ph.D. from Germany, an all-India 4th rank in GATE, and a prestigious DAAD scholarship under his belt, Dr. Maddi isn’t just another researcher—he’s a force

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Only 2 of Apple’s 13 Indian suppliers adopt renewable energy despite 2030 clean targets

India now assembles one in every five iPhones sold globally, cementing its position as a critical manufacturing hub in Apple’s supply chain diversification strategy. Yet, this manufacturing triumph masks an uncomfortable truth: the vast majority of Apple’s Indian suppliers are failing to embrace renewable energy, threatening the company’s ambitious 2030 clean electricity commitments. A new

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Fibe secures $35 million IFC investment after disbursing 9 million loans across 940 cities

Access to credit remains one of India’s most persistent barriers to economic mobility. Whilst the country’s fintech revolution has democratised payments and savings, lending—particularly to middle-income households without traditional credit histories—continues to challenge financial institutions. Fibe, a digital lending platform that has disbursed more than nine million loans across 940 cities, is addressing this gap

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Pine Labs eyes global fintech giants as Indian solutions gain 58% international revenue surge

India may not yet be recognised as an artificial intelligence exporter, but its fintech expertise is rapidly becoming a globally sought-after commodity. This candid assessment from Amrish Rau, CEO of Pine Labs, captures a fundamental shift in how international markets perceive Indian technology capabilities. Whilst AI remains dominated by Silicon Valley and select global hubs,

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India Post transforms 150,000 offices into e-commerce hubs with ₹5,800 crore digital overhaul

The familiar red post box on your street corner is becoming an unlikely champion of India’s digital economy. India Post, an institution synonymous with handwritten letters and telegram deliveries, is orchestrating one of the most dramatic transformations in Indian logistics. With a ₹5,800 crore investment through its Advanced Postal Technology initiative, the organisation is reimagining

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India’s EV Penetration Rockets From 0.71% to 7.50% as 19.68 Lakh Vehicles Hit Roads

Five years ago, spotting an electric vehicle on Indian roads required considerable patience and luck. Today, EVs have transitioned from curiosity to commonplace, marking one of the fastest automotive transformations in global history. India’s electric vehicle penetration has exploded from a negligible 0.71% in FY 2019–20 to 7.50% in FY 2024–25—a more than tenfold increase

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Renewables to Power India’s $30–35 Trillion Economy Vision as Demand Set to Triple

India’s economic trajectory towards becoming a $30–35 trillion economy hinges on an unlikely hero: renewable energy. Whilst most growth projections focus on digital infrastructure, manufacturing prowess, or demographic dividends, Aryaman Birla, director of the Aditya Birla Group, argues that the renewables sector will serve as the primary engine driving this transformation. His reasoning is compelling—power

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India Hits 250.64 GW Renewable Milestone as Solar Surge Transforms Energy Landscape

A decade ago, sceptics questioned whether India could meaningfully shift away from its coal-dependent energy infrastructure. Today, those doubts have been emphatically answered. India has crossed a historic threshold, reaching 250.64 GW of renewable energy capacity—a figure that positions the nation amongst the world’s fastest-growing clean energy markets. This isn’t merely an incremental achievement; it

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Fintech Revolution Democratises India’s Wealth Management With ₹100 Minimum Investment Entry

The smartphone in your pocket has become more powerful than the private banking suites that once catered exclusively to India’s wealthy elite. What required millions in assets, personal relationship managers, and exclusive invitations just a decade ago is now available with a ₹100 investment and a few taps on a mobile screen. India’s wealth management

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