An exclusive interview with Ankur Aggarwal, Chairman and Founder of BNW Developments, sharing his outlook on the real estate market in UAE amid evolving geopolitical developments and growing investor confidence. In a conversation with Siddharth Zarabi, Group Editor of Business Today, Aggarwal discusses why the UAE continues to attract global capital despite recent regional uncertainty, the return of investor sentiment following ceasefire developments, and the factors driving demand in Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah. He explains why Russian investors remain committed to UAE real estate, highlights the growing participation of American, Indian and Chinese buyers, and outlines the investment opportunities emerging from the rapid transformation of Ras Al Khaimah. The interview also explores the impact of branded residences, waterfront developments, the upcoming Wynn-integrated resort project, Golden Visa reforms linked to off-plan property investments, and the broader economic outlook for the UAE. Aggarwal shares why he believes full normalcy could return by November, how developers are adapting to changing market conditions, and what lies ahead for BNW Developments as it focuses on execution, delivery and long-term legacy building. Watch the full interview for insights into one of the world's most closely watched property markets and the trends shaping the future of real estate investment in the Gulf region.
As tensions in West Asia continue to raise concerns over global energy markets, India faces growing risks linked to rising crude oil prices, LPG costs, fuel inflation and supply-chain disruptions. With concerns also emerging around a weaker-than-normal monsoon, questions are being raised over the impact on agricultural output, rural demand, food prices and overall economic growth. In this special Business Today discussion, industry leaders and policy experts examine how India can manage the combined risks of fuel, fertiliser and food inflation, the immediate steps needed to protect households and MSMEs, and the long-term reforms required to strengthen energy security while supporting India’s net-zero ambitions. The discussion features insights from CII President and Tata Chemicals MD & CEO R Mukundan, BP Group India Chairman Kartikeya Dube, and CII Director General Chandrajit Banerjee, with Siddharth Zarabi, Group Editor, Business Today, moderating the conversation.
How is the UAE preparing for future global disruptions? In this exclusive UIBC-UAE Chapter Fireside Chat, UAE’s Minister of Foreign Trade Dr. Thani Bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi explains the country’s long-term resilience strategy amid geopolitical uncertainty. In conversation with Business Today Group Editor Siddharth Zarabi, he reveals how the UAE is strengthening ports, logistics, international investments, food security, pharmaceuticals, and data center infrastructure to protect supply chains and sustain growth. Dr. Thani also shares why diversification is critical and why the UAE is ensuring no single country dominates more than 50% of any critical commodity supply.
At the UIBC-UAE Chapter “Strength in Resilience” Fireside Chat, Dr. Thani Bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE’s Minister of Foreign Trade, makes a bold prediction: the future belongs to the E7 economies, not the G7. Speaking with Siddharth Zarabi, Dr. Thani explains how countries like India, Brazil, Indonesia, Turkey, Mexico, South Korea, and South Africa are driving the next wave of global growth. He also discusses how COVID, geopolitical conflicts, and global disruptions have permanently changed trade systems and forced nations to become more resilient and adaptive. A sharp and insightful take on the future of global economics, trade alliances, and emerging powers.
At the UIBC-UAE Chapter Fireside Chat “Strength in Resilience,” Business Today’s Siddharth Zarabi speaks with Dr. Thani Bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, UAE on the future of the UAE-India economic partnership. From the success of the India-UAE CEPA to the rise of the E7 economies, the conversation highlights how both nations are reshaping global trade, investment, logistics, and supply chains amid rising geopolitical uncertainty. Dr. Thani shares insights on UAE’s resilience strategy, infrastructure expansion, diversification of supply chains, investments in ports, data centers, food security, and Africa-focused growth opportunities with Indian businesses. He also explains why the UAE sees India as a trusted long-term strategic partner in a rapidly changing world. Watch this exclusive conversation on trade, resilience, global growth, and the next phase of UAE-India collaboration.
Watch an insightful conversation with Dr. (CA) Ankur Aggarwal, Founder and Chairman of BNW Developments as we decode the current state of the UAE real estate market amid rising geopolitical tensions following the US-Iran conflict. How resilient is Dubai and the broader UAE property market? Are global and Indian investors turning cautious or staying bullish? We also discuss the rapidly expanding India-UAE economic relationship, trade partnerships, investment flows, and why the Gulf remains a critical growth corridor for Indian businesses and investors. A deep dive into real estate, geopolitics, and the future of India-UAE ties.
On this special episode of Easynomics, Siddharth Zarabi decodes the economic and geopolitical significance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s crucial five-nation tour covering the UAE, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy. From energy security amid the West Asia crisis to the India-EU FTA, semiconductor partnerships, green energy, defence cooperation and global investment flows - this high-powered discussion breaks down what India stands to gain from this diplomatic blitz. Joining the conversation are Pramit Pal Chaudhuri, Achal Malhotra and Jayant Krishna. Watch as the panel explains why this visit could shape India’s global trade, technology and investment roadmap in a rapidly changing world order.
India’s economy is navigating a complex global environment marked by geopolitical tensions, volatile crude oil prices, supply chain disruptions and rapid technological change. In this exclusive conversation, Siddharth Zarabi, Group Editor, Business Today, speaks with Rajiv Memani, President, CII and Chairman & CEO, EY India, on the biggest challenges facing India Inc. From weak private sector investment and the innovation gap to AI competitiveness, manufacturing, energy security and India’s growth outlook amid the West Asia crisis — this wide-ranging discussion examines whether Indian industry is doing enough to prepare for the next phase of economic transformation and global uncertainty.
In this powerful conversation with Siddharth Zarabi, Group Editor, Business Today, Pirojsha Godrej shares a sharp and balanced perspective on India’s push towards Atmanirbharta amid rising global uncertainties. While acknowledging that globalization has driven massive growth and lifted millions out of poverty, he highlights how recent disruptions - from the pandemic to geopolitical tensions and the Strait of Hormuz crisis - have exposed vulnerabilities in global supply chains. Godrej emphasizes that India must now focus on building self-reliance in critical sectors to ensure economic and national security. However, he cautions that this transition will not be easy or quick. This insightful take captures the shifting global order and India’s urgent need to strengthen domestic capabilities for long-term resilience and growth.
In this exclusive conversation with Siddharth Zarabi, Group Editor, Business Today, Pirojsha Godrej lays out the group’s bold pivot and roadmap towards a ₹5 lakh crore market cap by 2031. Highlighting the strength of its three listed businesses, Godrej is betting big on FMCG revival, real estate expansion, and an agri turnaround. The FMCG arm is targeting double-digit volume growth, while Godrej Properties aims to double its market share despite already being a sector leader. The company also expects significant value unlocking as project deliveries catch up with strong sales momentum. Meanwhile, the agri business is being restructured for a turnaround. This strategic shift signals a multi-engine growth story, positioning Godrej for the next phase of expansion.
In this exclusive interaction with Siddharth Zarabi, Group Editor, Business Today, Pirojsha Godrej reveals the group’s strategy behind potential new listings over the next five years. The focus is not just on raising capital, but also on unlocking value from matured businesses and enabling them to grow independently. Godrej aims to build self-sustaining companies that can access capital markets without continuous group funding. Once value is unlocked, the group plans to reinvest in new ventures to drive the next phase of growth. The timing of these listings will depend on market conditions and business performance, signalling a strategic shift in capital allocation and long-term expansion.
In this high-stakes BTTV Exclusive, Business Today’s Group Editor Siddharth Zarabi sits down with Pirojsha Godrej, Chairperson Designate of the Godrej Industries Group (GIG). Following a historic and amicable family restructuring, Pirojsha reveals an ambitious "2031 Vision" to propel the conglomerate to a ₹5 Lakh Crore market capitalization by blending a 129-year legacy with the energy of a modern startup. The headline takeaway from this conversation is the group’s definitive roadmap to list two major unlisted businesses within the next five years. Pirojsha confirmed that Godrej Capital which has already scaled to a ₹25,000 crore AUM is being prepped for a public listing once it hits the ₹1 Lakh Crore milestone. Additionally, the group plans to take Godrej Chemicals and other unlisted ventures public to ensure they can raise capital independently and unlock maximum shareholder value. From doubling market share in the real estate sector to driving a "20-18" formula (20% earnings growth and 18% ROE), Pirojsha outlines how GIG is pivoting for "Naya Bharat." He emphasises that for the Godrej Group, "Value and Valuation go together," ensuring that ethical foundations drive aggressive growth. This exclusive interview is a must-watch for investors tracking the next wave of major Indian IPOs and corporate transformations.
In an exclusive conversation with Siddharth Zarabi, Group Editor, Business Today, Tuhin Kanta Pandey, Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), addressed risks from AI-driven trading and outlined his long-term market vision. He said AI is inevitable but must enter markets with safeguards, disclosures and human accountability, with intermediaries responsible for its use. On India’s outlook, Pandey stressed that capital markets reflect real economic strength—citing robust growth, fiscal consolidation and strong IPO rankings. He emphasized disciplined investing, sound corporate governance and diverse funding instruments to make India a resilient, preferred global listing destination.
In an exclusive conversation with Siddharth Zarabi, Group Editor, Business Today, Tuhin Kanta Pandey, Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), explained the rationale behind the recent mutual fund overhaul. He said the objective was to declutter schemes, remove overlaps and ensure products remain “true to label,” improving clarity and comparability for investors. SEBI also introduced lifecycle funds to replace restrictive solution-oriented categories. On MSMEs, Pandey highlighted tighter SME listing norms, stronger due diligence and action against errant merchant bankers, stressing responsible participation to enable genuine small businesses to raise capital and unlock value through markets.
In an exclusive conversation with Siddharth Zarabi, Group Editor, Business Today, Tuhin Kanta Pandey, Chairman, Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), reflects on his first year at the helm of India’s capital markets regulator and outlines a reform agenda anchored in trust, transparency, teamwork and technology. He highlights the implementation of 58 ease-of-doing-business reforms, easing compliance overlaps for intermediaries, streamlining Foreign Portfolio Investor registration, and strengthening investor protection architecture. Pandey makes several significant and forward-looking observations. He underscores that India’s corporate bond market, now about ₹58 lakh crore and growing at nearly 12% annually, must deepen further, with corporate bond indices and derivatives in coordination with the Reserve Bank of India expected to move ahead soon. On derivatives, he clarifies that regulatory tightening targeted only short-dated options hyperactivity, adding that SEBI will review impact data before considering further steps. He explains the rationale behind mutual fund rationalisation to ensure schemes are “true to label” and avoid overlap, and stresses accountability in artificial intelligence-driven trading. Pandey also notes India ranked number one globally in number of Initial Public Offerings in 2025, reinforcing the country’s growing stature as a preferred capital-raising destination.
India’s Q3 FY26 GDP grew 7.8% under the new 2022-23 base year series, led by strong manufacturing output and resilient private consumption. In a conversation with Siddharth Zarabi, Group Editor, Business Today, Rumki Majumdar, Economist at Deloitte India, highlighted that the updated statistical series provides a more accurate representation of the economy, including the digital sector and global capability centers. She noted that better data allows policymakers to tailor strategies effectively, identify growth drivers in manufacturing and services, and design targeted interventions. The new series helps stakeholders understand sectoral contributions and innovation’s impact, improving economic planning and policy decision-making in a rapidly evolving economy.
India’s Q3 FY26 GDP grew 7.8% under the new 2022-23 base year series, moderating from 8.4% in the previous quarter. The growth was supported by robust manufacturing output, which expanded over 13%, and steady private consumption, reflecting resilient household demand. The secondary sector, including manufacturing, construction, and utilities, remained a key driver, though construction slowed to 6.6%. Services activity, especially trade, transport, communication, and hospitality, also showed strong expansion, underlining continued urban demand. Despite global uncertainties and uneven sectoral performance, India’s economy maintained momentum, with industrial activity and consumption anchoring growth, highlighting the resilience of domestic demand in Q3 FY26. Watch Siddharth Zarabi, Group Editor, Business Today in Conversation with Sunil Sinha, Director & Principal Economist, India Ratings and Rumki Majumdar, Economist, Deloitte India on GDP growth numbers.
On the sidelines of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, Siddharth Zarabi Group Editor Business Today speaks exclusively with Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund. Georgieva describes AI as a transformative force that could lift global growth by 0.8% but warns of significant labour disruption and widening inequality without proper guardrails. She praises India’s digital public infrastructure model as a template for democratizing AI across the Global South. The discussion also spans trade fragmentation, tariffs, climate risks and the need for global cooperation to ensure resilient, inclusive and sustainable growth.
At the India AI Impact Summit at Bharat Mandapam, Siddharth Zarabi speaks with Deepak Sharma, MD & CEO, Schneider Electric India, on what this defining moment means for India’s AI ambitions. Reflecting on the massive public engagement and the growing curiosity around artificial intelligence, Sharma emphasises that AI is no longer confined to technologists — it is touching businesses, households and individuals alike. In this wide-ranging conversation, he addresses concerns around AI and jobs, arguing that India’s growth story remains firmly in “build mode”, requiring new skills rather than fearing displacement. He explains the critical role of Schneider Electric in powering India’s AI future — from grid to chip and chip to chiller — enabling the energy and infrastructure backbone that data centres depend upon. As India eyes a sharp rise in data centre capacity by 2030, Sharma highlights the real challenge: not merely generating energy, but ensuring grid stability, digitisation and resilience to manage peak loads. The discussion also explores whether rising AI-driven demand could impact consumer energy prices, the importance of storage and smart grids, and how India’s frugal, innovation-led approach could become a global template. With 31 factories and exports to 30 countries, Schneider Electric’s India operations are already contributing to global technology and AI ecosystems. From energy intelligence to artificial intelligence, this conversation underlines why infrastructure, talent and smart execution will determine India’s place in the global AI race.
In an exclusive conversation at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, Kanishka Narayan, the United Kingdom’s AI Minister, spoke with Siddharth Zarabi, Group Editor of Business Today, on the deepening technology partnership between India and the UK. Narayan praised India’s rapid advances in artificial intelligence and its globally recognised IT talent base, describing innovation as central to strengthening the proposed UK-India trade agreement. He emphasised the importance of AI safety, democratisation of technology, and resilient bilateral ties in an increasingly uncertain global environment. The discussion also explored the potential for a collaborative India-UK AI stack and the role of large-scale digital infrastructure in shaping the next phase of global AI leadership.
Vivek Raghavan, Co-founder of Sarvam AI, is a leading technologist driving India’s push toward sovereign, full-stack artificial intelligence. Sarvam AI is building foundational AI models, infrastructure, and applications entirely in India, with a strong focus on Indian languages, cultural context, and large-scale public use cases. Under Raghavan’s leadership, the platform aims to give India strategic autonomy in AI by developing homegrown large language models, speech and vision systems, and developer tools—positioning Sarvam AI as a cornerstone of India’s national AI ecosystem.
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