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Noel Tata wants Tata Trusts to build institutions, not just fund them

Noel Tata wants Tata Trusts to build institutions, not just fund them

Tata Trusts disbursed ₹1,556.31 crore in 2025-26, about 72% more than a year earlier, and its chairman says the next phase is about owning outcomes: a planned network of forty to fifty not-for-profit general hospitals and new places of learning.

DP World hands Asia Pacific to its CFO, Jason Varsamidis

DP World hands Asia Pacific to its CFO, Jason Varsamidis

DP World has promoted the finance chief of its Asia Pacific business to run it. The timing matters: the group's home port is handling far fewer boxes, and Asia is where its growth now comes from.

Mohit Joshi's Tech Mahindra: 14.8% margin, one step short of 15%

Mohit Joshi's Tech Mahindra: 14.8% margin, one step short of 15%

Ten quarters after taking charge, Tech Mahindra's chief executive has doubled the company's operating margin and kept deal wins above $1bn for a year. The final test of his FY27 promise comes in the next two quarters.

ManpowerGroup hands its top job to Becky Frankiewicz as AI reshapes work

ManpowerGroup hands its top job to Becky Frankiewicz as AI reshapes work

One of the world's largest staffing companies has named its strategy chief as its next chief executive, with Jonas Prising staying on as Executive Chair. The choice tells boards a good deal about what the talent business now values in a leader.

Lata Gullapalli, Chairperson & Founder of The Savoir Faire Company: The Investment Banker Who Judges Philanthropy on Cash Flow

Lata Gullapalli, Chairperson & Founder of The Savoir Faire Company: The Investment Banker Who Judges Philanthropy on Cash Flow

Lata Gullapalli, Chairperson & Founder of The Savoir Faire Company, built a career advising on deals in several markets across the world. She now applies the same discipline to projects mentoring rural women, and to courses on "How to Think" taught to senior bankers, leaders, entrepreneurs and students at universities.

Ashish Nanda, Founder & Managing Director of ACRYO: The Founder Building the Helium Supply Chain Australia Forgot It Needed

Ashish Nanda, Founder & Managing Director of ACRYO: The Founder Building the Helium Supply Chain Australia Forgot It Needed

Ashish Nanda, Founder & Managing Director of ACRYO, left an executive career in India to start again in Australia. His bet was that a country full of MRI scanners, laboratories and quantum labs would eventually want a supplier who treats helium the way a utility treats water.

Nikhil Kamath: The Call-Center Dropout Who Bootstrapped India's Largest Brokerage — and Why WCRC Ranks Him No. 9 in Asia

Nikhil Kamath: The Call-Center Dropout Who Bootstrapped India's Largest Brokerage — and Why WCRC Ranks Him No. 9 in Asia

Nikhil Kamath scored 635/700 — rank No. 9 — in WCRC's Asia Top 100 Emerging Leaders 2026, with a Resilience Factor of 92. From a call-center job to building Zerodha, India's largest brokerage, without a single rupee of outside capital.

Kunal Shah: The Philosophy Graduate Who Built Trust Into a Business Model — and Why WCRC Ranks Him No. 7 in Asia

Kunal Shah: The Philosophy Graduate Who Built Trust Into a Business Model — and Why WCRC Ranks Him No. 7 in Asia

Kunal Shah scored 636/700 — rank No. 7 — in WCRC's Asia Top 100 Emerging Leaders 2026, with an Innovation Score of 96. From FreeCharge to CRED's contrarian trust thesis to the global helm of WhatsApp.

Bridging Dreams and Reality: How Jaya Sengupta is Redefining Education in Small-Town India

Bridging Dreams and Reality: How Jaya Sengupta is Redefining Education in Small-Town India

Roots in Community, Vision for the World: The Leadership Journey of Mrs.. Jaya Sengupta In the quiet town of Bishnupur, a quiet revolution is unfolding—one classroom at a time. At its helm is Mrs.. Jaya Sengupta, the vis…

From Family Business to Global Benchmark: How Abhinav Batra’s Strategic Foresight is Electrifying the Cable Industry

From Family Business to Global Benchmark: How Abhinav Batra’s Strategic Foresight is Electrifying the Cable Industry

Honoured as a World’s Leading Leader 2025 at the Global FutureMakers Summit in London, the CEO of Batra Henlay Cables exemplifies leadership built on innovation, resilience, and sustainable value creation. Abhinav Batra …

The Architect of Trust: How Samer Halteh is Redefining Finance and Forging a Legacy of Empowerment

The Architect of Trust: How Samer Halteh is Redefining Finance and Forging a Legacy of Empowerment

Where Integrity is the New Currency: Samer Halteh’s Human-Centric Vision is Disrupting High-Finance and Earning Global Acclaim.

Yogita Tulsiani: Reshaping Global Talent Ecosystems

Yogita Tulsiani: Reshaping Global Talent Ecosystems

How iXceed Solutions’ CEO, Yogita Tulsiani Is Reshaping Global Talent Ecosystems with Vision, Ethics, and Disruptive Technology

Shubhodeep Das: World’s Leading Leader 2025 of Sustainable Revolution

Shubhodeep Das: World’s Leading Leader 2025 of Sustainable Revolution

Hylife Group Chief Executive Officer Honoured by WCRC for Ethical Innovation, Global Vision, and Transformative Leadership Equity

Global Transformational Leader 2025: Siddharth Hasamnis: Pioneering Global Transformation in a Dynamic Business Landscape

Global Transformational Leader 2025: Siddharth Hasamnis: Pioneering Global Transformation in a Dynamic Business Landscape

Siddharth Hasamnis stands as a beacon of innovation and resilience in today’s rapidly evolving corporate world. As CEO & MD of ENTHALPY ASIA CO LTD , his leadership philosophy is a refreshing blend of visionary strategy …

Leading the Future: Global Transformational Leader Dr. Rajanya Ravasia Redefines Real Estate-Led Wealth Management

Leading the Future: Global Transformational Leader Dr. Rajanya Ravasia Redefines Real Estate-Led Wealth Management

Dr. Rajanya Ravasia stands as a beacon of innovation and ethical leadership in today’s dynamic world of wealth management. As the Founder and Director of Adventum Wealth , his journey from humble beginnings in India to b…

Debanjan Dutta: A Visionary Leader Driving Global Transformation at Lenovo

Debanjan Dutta: A Visionary Leader Driving Global Transformation at Lenovo

Debanjan Dutta’s journey in leadership has been nothing short of inspiring— a journey defined by resilience, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to uplifting his team and the broader community. As the Executive Dire…

Gitesh Agarwal: A Multifaceted Leader in Modern Times

Gitesh Agarwal: A Multifaceted Leader in Modern Times

Gitesh Agarwal stands at the crossroads of innovation, cultural integration, and corporate excellence. As the Associate Vice President at HCL Tech Australia and a Multicultural Ambassador for Cricket Australia, his influ…

Dr. Abha Suri: Transforming Camden Through Visionary Leadership

Dr. Abha Suri: Transforming Camden Through Visionary Leadership

In a rapidly changing political landscape, few leaders have managed to bridge the gap between academic excellence and local governance as seamlessly as Dr. Abha Suri. Serving as the Councillor for North Ward Camden Counc…

Yvonne Lungershausen: Architect of Growth and Empathy in Global Clinical Research

Yvonne Lungershausen: Architect of Growth and Empathy in Global Clinical Research

Pioneering Leadership in Biotech Innovation As the CEO of Avance Clinical , Yvonne Lungershausen has redefined what it means to lead with vision in the contract research organization (CRO) sector. Under her stewardship s…

Harry Lagad Ignites a Global Supply Chain Momentum with Visionary Leadership

Harry Lagad Ignites a Global Supply Chain Momentum with Visionary Leadership

Selected as WCRC Intelligence Global Power Leader, Harry Lagad , a visionary leader in the realm of cloud solutions and supply chain management, has carved an indelible mark on the global business landscape. As the Executive Direc…

Susanne Gervay: Championing Children's Literature and Social Justice

Susanne Gervay: Championing Children's Literature and Social Justice

In the vibrant world of children's and young adult literature, few figures shine as brightly as Susanne Gervay. A prolific author, passionate advocate, and tireless champion for literacy and social justice, Gervay has le…

DL Narasimha: Championing Growth, Sustainability, and People Power – The Force Behind Technogreen’s Success

DL Narasimha: Championing Growth, Sustainability, and People Power – The Force Behind Technogreen’s Success

The past few decades have ushered in an era of unprecedented economic transformation, powered by visionary entrepreneurs whose influence extends far beyond profits and top line growth. These pioneers are celebrated not o…

Trailblazing Leadership: The Inspiring Journey of Dr. Chandni Kapadia

Trailblazing Leadership: The Inspiring Journey of Dr. Chandni Kapadia

An Odyssey of Resilience and Determination In a world where boundaries are meant to be pushed, Dr. Chandni Kapadia's remarkable journey stands as a testament to the power of resilience and an unwavering spirit. From a te…

Unveiling the Visionary Journey: Annie Ta and Infiniti Property Corporation's Trailblazing Success

Unveiling the Visionary Journey: Annie Ta and Infiniti Property Corporation's Trailblazing Success

Embodying Trustworthiness: The Hallmarks of a Reliable Leader In the dynamic realm of real estate, where trust forms the bedrock of lasting success, Annie Ta , the founder and CEO of Infiniti Property Corporation , epito…

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