On the occasion of India Today Group’s 50-year milestone, Ashish Chauhan, MD & CEO of NSE, reflects on his lifelong association with the group and shares his powerful perspective on leadership and women empowerment. He defines power as the ability to inspire positive action, encouraging women to lead, build businesses, and drive India’s prosperity forward.”
A thoughtful conversation with Geeta Singh Rathore , Director General of the National Sample Survey, as she shares what power truly means—reaching the last mile, amplifying people’s voices, and shaping policies—while celebrating 50 years of India Today.
An inspiring conversation with Nandita Sinha, CEO of Myntra and the Queen of Fashion, as she shares what power truly means—responsibility, confidence, and showing up every day—while celebrating 50 years of India Today.
Geetika Mehta, MD of Nivea India, beautifully defined power as women lifting each other by building on shared strengths. She spoke about leadership as responsibility—using one’s position to pave the way for others. Addressing challenges, she emphasized that it’s not the obstacle but our response to it that shapes long-term success. Her guiding principle remains clear: always choose what’s right for the future of the organization. Praising India Today as a trusted and credible voice she grew up with, she left fellow women with an empowering message—believe in yourself, stay confident, and remember that the world is truly your oyster.
An inspiring conversation with Padmaja Ruparel as she reflects on India Today’s 50-year journey, the rise of powerful women, and why this is truly India’s time to lead—at home and on the global stage.
An insightful conversation with Pushpa Bector , Senior Executive Director at DLF, as she shares her journey of leadership in a male-dominated sector, what power truly means, and why knowledge, perseverance, and dreaming big define real success—at the celebration of India Today’s 50 years.
An inspiring conversation with award winner Bhuvaneshwari A, MD & CEO, SBICAP Securities, as she shares her gratitude, journey, and a powerful message for women—embrace challenges, value support, and never give up. The moment also celebrates 50 years of India Today, filled with warmth and pride.
An iconic evening celebrating vision, resilience, and leadership. For the first time ever, Business Today hosted its flagship Most Powerful Women Awards at the National Stock Exchange — bringing together the trailblazers who are breaking barriers, building legacies, and shaping the future of India Inc. From inspiring conversations to powerful recognitions, relive the highlights of a night dedicated to women who lead with purpose, courage, and impact.
“She highlights the importance of empowering women across all aspects of life—education, leadership, work, and personal growth—emphasizing confidence, equal opportunities, and collective support.”
Award winner Ms. Amisha Vora shared her powerful perspective on what it truly means to be a powerful woman—grit, passion, humility, and the courage to keep going. She highlighted how women entering the finance world need not just confidence and courage, but strong analytical thinking to stand equal in a male-dominated domain. Her message to women everywhere was clear and inspiring: recognize your own power, spread it, and help other women feel powerful too. An empowering and thought-provoking conversation indeed.
At the India Today 50-year celebration, Brahmani Nara, Executive Director of Heritage Foods, shared her inspiring perspective on power as empowerment. She emphasized the responsibility of leaders to uplift other women through mentorship, example, and business impact. Calling the moment empowering and motivating, she encouraged women to stay resilient, never give up, and inspire those around them. Addressing young women, she highlighted the importance of education, independence, and determination, affirming that India is an exciting place full of opportunity for women leaders.
At the 50-year celebration of India Today, a special conversation featured Gungun Soni, Country Managing Director, YouTube India. She shared her perspective on power as the ability to drive meaningful change and shape the future. Encouraging the next generation of women, she urged them to dream limitlessly, aim high, and conquer new frontiers. Expressing gratitude, she called it an honor to be part of India Today’s milestone celebration and applauded the platform for empowering diverse talent across the country.
India Today marked a historic milestone by celebrating 50 years of its legacy alongside the recognition of the Most Powerful Woman. The occasion featured a special interaction with Vandita Kaul , Secretary of the Department, who shared powerful insights on inclusive growth, governance, and women-led development. She highlighted the importance of connecting every citizen through infrastructure, financial inclusion, and digital services. Emphasizing self-belief and action, her message inspired women across sectors to lead with purpose, inclusivity, and confidence.
A defining moment at the India’s Most Powerful Women in Business Awards 2025 — the special session unveiling the Business Today MPW Special Issue, followed by the prestigious MPW Awards Ceremony. This landmark segment celebrates the stories, leadership journeys, and impact of India’s most influential women across business, enterprise, and leadership. The MPW Special Issue of Business Today magazine showcases trailblazers who are shaping industries, driving growth, and redefining leadership in a rapidly evolving economy. The awards ceremony honours exceptional women leaders for their vision, resilience, and contribution to India’s business landscape. From boardrooms to startups, from legacy institutions to new-age enterprises, this session captures the spirit of ambition, excellence, and change. A celebration of power with purpose, this special session stands as a tribute to women who are not just breaking barriers — but building the future. Watch this space for inspiration, recognition, and the voices that matter most in Indian business today.
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"Today’s consumer is truly global," Acharya remarked, noting how the boundaries between markets have dissolved thanks to a data-first world and the prevalence of social media and digital platforms.
While sharing her views at The Most Powerful Women in Business event, Devina Mehra, CMD, First Global, says the biggest roadblock is not policy or capability but conditioning.
In the late 1990s, when she first entered the tech world, Gangadharan encountered an industry devoid of visible female leaders. "There were very few women role models that you could look up to, especially in technology," Gangadharan recalled.
At the Business Today Most Powerful Women 2025, Siddharth Zarabi, Group Editor, Business Today, engaged in an insightful conversation with Brahmani Nara, Executive Director, Heritage Foods. Brahmani spoke about mentorship, crediting N. Chandrababu Naidu as her strongest guiding force—a visionary and nation-builder who empowers with freedom, clarity and purpose. She described the family’s disciplined, professional approach through an informal business council, despite living in different states. Firmly ruling out any political ambitions, Brahmani said her passion lies in transforming Heritage Foods, empowering lakhs of women farmers, and advancing innovation in dairy and nutrition across the company’s diversified operations.
At the Business Today Most Powerful Women 2025, Siddharth Zarabi, Group Editor, Business Today, engaged in an insightful conversation with Brahmani Nara, Executive Director, Heritage Foods. Brahmani reflected on forging her own path despite being part of a well-established business family. Raised under strong academic rigor by her mother, she was exposed early to global experiences—her first solo international trip to Japan at age 12 and multiple Oxbridge-style programs that shaped her confidence, curiosity, and independence. Her engineering education in the U.S. and exposure to the Bay Area’s entrepreneurial ecosystem further broadened her perspective. Returning to India by choice, she joined Heritage Foods and helped steer its transformation toward value-added products, which now contribute 32% of the company’s revenues.
Consumer behaviour in India is changing faster than ever—and brands are racing to keep up. At India’s Most Powerful Women in Business Awards 2025, the session ‘The Big Consumer Evolution’ unpacks how data, digital platforms, creativity, and purpose are reshaping the way businesses connect with consumers. In this insightful conversation, Anupriya Acharya, CEO, Publicis Groupe, South Asia, decodes the transformation of India’s consumer landscape — from hyper-personalisation and platform-driven marketing to the rise of purpose-led brands and culturally rooted storytelling. As India’s consumers become more informed, aspirational, and digitally native, the rules of engagement are being rewritten. Moderated by Siddharth Zarabi from Business Today, the discussion explores how marketers and business leaders must adapt to changing expectations, leverage data responsibly, and build trust in a fragmented attention economy. The session also examines the future of advertising, the role of AI and analytics, and how Indian brands can remain relevant in a fiercely competitive market. An essential watch for marketers, brand strategists, entrepreneurs, and leaders navigating India’s next phase of consumer growth.
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