In the second episode of <a href="https://www.ey.com/en_in/podcasts/international-women-s-day" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(46, 46, 56); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">International Women’s Day special series</a> of the EY India Insights podcast, we celebrate the extraordinary work of <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/deepapant/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(46, 46, 56); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Deepa Pant, Founder and CEO of SVATANYA</a>, a social enterprise empowering underprivileged women through craft. Deepa shares her inspiring journey, the vision behind SVATANYA, and its remarkable impact. From redefining success to fostering collaborations, explore Deepa's perspectives on entrepreneurship alongside her emphasis on spiritual growth and upliftment. Discover how SVATANYA's conscious products are transforming lives.

In the second episode of International Women’s Day special series of the EY India Insights podcast, we celebrate the extraordinary work of Deepa Pant, Founder and CEO of SVATANYA, a social enterprise empowering underprivileged women through craft. Deepa shares her inspiring journey, the vision behind SVATANYA, and its remarkable impact. From redefining success to fostering collaborations, explore Deepa's perspectives on entrepreneurship alongside her emphasis on spiritual growth and upliftment. Discover how SVATANYA's conscious products are transforming lives. 

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Celebrating women: Creating positive change by empowering women

In the third episode of <a href="https://www.ey.com/en_in/podcasts/india-state-incentives" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(46, 46, 56); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">our podcast series</a> on incentive policies, we explore the exciting world of incentives available in Gujarat. A state known for investment-friendly policies and opportunities. Join our host Pankaj Surana, Tax Director at EY India, as he sits down with <a href="https://www.ey.com/en_in/people/bhavesh-thakkar" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(46, 46, 56); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Bhavesh Thakkar, Indirect Tax Partner at EY India</a>, to decode Gujarat's incentive landscape. From manufacturing to services, we explore key policies, sector-specific benefits, and the roadmap for businesses eyeing Gujarat's vibrant market.

In the third episode of our podcast series on incentive policies, we explore the exciting world of incentives available in Gujarat. A state known for investment-friendly policies and opportunities. Join our host Pankaj Surana, Tax Director at EY India, as he sits down with Bhavesh Thakkar, Indirect Tax Partner at EY India, to decode Gujarat's incentive landscape. From manufacturing to services, we explore key policies, sector-specific benefits, and the roadmap for businesses eyeing Gujarat's vibrant market. 

Incentive insights: Decoding state incentives in Gujarat

In the latest episode of our <a href="https://www.ey.com/en_in/podcasts/budget-insights" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(46, 46, 56); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">budget podcast series</a>, we engage in a conversation with <a href="https://www.ey.com/en_in/people/rajnish-gupta" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(46, 46, 56); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Rajnish Gupta, Partner, Tax and Economic Policy Group, EY India</a>. Here, he explores macro-fiscal stability, Atmanirbharta in manufacturing, and provides insights into future reforms. From green initiatives to navigating the economic landscape, each facet unveils a strategic roadmap for India's future.

In the latest episode of our budget podcast series, we engage in a conversation with Rajnish Gupta, Partner, Tax and Economic Policy Group, EY India. Here, he explores macro-fiscal stability, Atmanirbharta in manufacturing, and provides insights into future reforms. From green initiatives to navigating the economic landscape, each facet unveils a strategic roadmap for India's future.

Interim Budget 2024: key policy announcements and their impact

In the latest episode of our <a href="https://www.ey.com/en_in/podcasts/budget-insights" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(46, 46, 56); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Interim Budget 2024 series</a>, we discuss the impact of budget announcements on individuals as well as businesses. Our guest, <a href="https://www.ey.com/en_in/people/sonu-iyer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(46, 46, 56); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Sonu Iyer, Partner, People Advisory Services (Tax), EY India</a>, provides valuable insights into the key aspects highlighted by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. Sonu shares her perspective on key declarations, including dispute resolution and the appeal of the new tax regime.

In the latest episode of our Interim Budget 2024 series, we discuss the impact of budget announcements on individuals as well as businesses. Our guest, Sonu Iyer, Partner, People Advisory Services (Tax), EY India, provides valuable insights into the key aspects highlighted by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. Sonu shares her perspective on key declarations, including dispute resolution and the appeal of the new tax regime. 

Interim Budget 2024: Impact on individuals and India Inc.

In the seventh episode of our <a href="https://www.ey.com/en_in/podcasts/generative-ai" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(46, 46, 56); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Generative AI Unplugged series</a>, we dive into the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the financial services industry with our senior Partners—<a href="https://www.ey.com/en_in/people/pratik-shah" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(46, 46, 56); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Pratik Shah from Financial Services Consulting</a> and <a href="https://www.ey.com/en_in/people/kumar-abhishek" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(46, 46, 56); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Kumar Abhishek from Technology Consulting practices at EY India.</a> Together, they explore the strategic framework that can help businesses implement GenAI in financial services, discuss key building blocks, and shed light on the applications and scenarios where such solutions are making a significant impact. They also discuss various risks associated with implementing various GenAI models across these businesses.

In the seventh episode of our Generative AI Unplugged series, we dive into the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the financial services industry with our senior Partners—Pratik Shah from Financial Services Consulting and Kumar Abhishek from Technology Consulting practices at EY India. Together, they explore the strategic framework that can help businesses implement GenAI in financial services, discuss key building blocks, and shed light on the applications and scenarios where such solutions are making a significant impact. They also discuss various risks associated with implementing various GenAI models across these businesses. 

How GenAI is transforming financial services

In the latest episode of our <a href="https://www.ey.com/en_in/podcasts" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(46, 46, 56); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">EY India Insights podcasts</a>, prior to the FY24-25 interim budget due in February, we take a look at the country’s macro-economics, growth prospects, and the need to set a path for fiscal balance. <a href="https://www.ey.com/en_in/people/d-k-srivastava" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(46, 46, 56); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">EY India Chief Policy Advisor Dr. D.K. Srivastava</a> delves into the economic intricacies that are shaping India's future. In a compelling dialogue, he provides insights into Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth projections, fiscal deficit targets, and potential policy announcements. Join us as we navigate the economic landscape, exploring the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

In the latest episode of our EY India Insights podcasts, prior to the FY24-25 interim budget due in February, we take a look at the country’s macro-economics, growth prospects, and the need to set a path for fiscal balance. EY India Chief Policy Advisor Dr. D.K. Srivastava delves into the economic intricacies that are shaping India's future. In a compelling dialogue, he provides insights into Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth projections, fiscal deficit targets, and potential policy announcements. Join us as we navigate the economic landscape, exploring the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. 

Interim Budget 2024: Balancing growth and fiscal deficit

In episode six of our <a href="https://www.ey.com/en_in/podcasts/generative-ai">Generative AI (GenAI)</a> series, we delve into the transformative impact of AI on the Indian consumer products and retail industry. The EY Consumer Index survey reveals that a staggering 82% of Indian consumers are embracing AI, surpassing global trends. Join us as we explore how AI is revolutionizing shopping experiences, influencing decision-making processes, and providing valuable insights into logistics and supply chain management, with <a href="https://www.ey.com/en_in/people/angshuman-bhattacharya">Angshuman Bhattacharya, EY India Partner and National Leader in Consumer Products & Retail.</a> Let us deep dive into understanding the symbiotic relationship between AI and customer satisfaction.

In episode six of our Generative AI (GenAI) series, we delve into the transformative impact of AI on the Indian consumer products and retail industry. The EY Consumer Index survey reveals that a staggering 82% of Indian consumers are embracing AI, surpassing global trends. Join us as we explore how AI is revolutionizing shopping experiences, influencing decision-making processes, and providing valuable insights into logistics and supply chain management, with Angshuman Bhattacharya, EY India Partner and National Leader in Consumer Products & Retail. Let us deep dive into understanding the symbiotic relationship between AI and customer satisfaction.

GenAI in retail: Transforming consumer experiences and business efficiency

In the second episode of our <a href="https://www.ey.com/en_in/podcasts/india-state-incentives">'States incentives’</a> series, we explore the diverse landscape of incentives offered by different states for the tourism sector, including capital subsidies and tax reimbursements available. In this podcast, we also shed light on the eligibility criteria and the application process to avail such benefits. Additionally, our <a href="https://www.ey.com/en_in/people/bhavesh-thakkar">Indirect Tax Partner Bhavesh Thakkar</a> emphasizes the need for greater awareness in the tourism sector and strategic state-wise comparisons to maximize investment incentives.

In the second episode of our 'States incentives’ series, we explore the diverse landscape of incentives offered by different states for the tourism sector, including capital subsidies and tax reimbursements available. In this podcast, we also shed light on the eligibility criteria and the application process to avail such benefits. Additionally, our Indirect Tax Partner Bhavesh Thakkar emphasizes the need for greater awareness in the tourism sector and strategic state-wise comparisons to maximize investment incentives.

Incentives by States to bolster the growth of the tourism sector

In this episode of <a href="https://www.ey.com/en_in/podcasts">EY India Insights podcast series</a>, <a href="https://www.ey.com/en_in/people/d-k-srivastava">our Chief Policy Advisor, Dr. D.K. Srivastava</a> decodes India's remarkable Q2 FY24 GDP growth of 7.6%, exploring its broad-based nature and recovery from COVID-19 shock. He discusses the central government's pivotal role in driving domestic demand. He also delves into sectoral growth dynamics, highlighting high-performing segments along with potential risks to the growth outlook. These risks include challenging global conditions and subdued agricultural growth. He also shares insights on India's fiscal landscape and explains the crucial interplay between fiscal discipline and sustained economic growth.

In this episode of EY India Insights podcast series, our Chief Policy Advisor, Dr. D.K. Srivastava decodes India's remarkable Q2 FY24 GDP growth of 7.6%, exploring its broad-based nature and recovery from COVID-19 shock. He discusses the central government's pivotal role in driving domestic demand. He also delves into sectoral growth dynamics, highlighting high-performing segments along with potential risks to the growth outlook. These risks include challenging global conditions and subdued agricultural growth. He also shares insights on India's fiscal landscape and explains the crucial interplay between fiscal discipline and sustained economic growth.

Decoding India's Q2 GDP growth of 7.6%

In the inaugural episode of our ‘<a href="https://www.ey.com/en_in/podcasts/india-state-incentives">India state incentives</a>’ series on <a href="https://www.ey.com/en_in/podcasts">EY India Insights podcast</a>, we examine the revamped Maharashtra IT/ITES Policy 2023, exploring the impact it is likely to have on companies and investment opportunities in the IT sector in the state. <a href="https://www.ey.com/en_in/people/bhavesh-thakkar">Bhavesh Thakkar, Partner at EY India's Tax and Regulatory Services</a> shares insights on the policy's coverage, eligibility criteria for incentives, and its unique approach toward incentivizing investments in emerging technologies. Join us as we take a comprehensive look at the various incentives that make Maharashtra an attractive destination for IT and ITES companies.

In the inaugural episode of our ‘India state incentives’ series on EY India Insights podcast, we examine the revamped Maharashtra IT/ITES Policy 2023, exploring the impact it is likely to have on companies and investment opportunities in the IT sector in the state. Bhavesh Thakkar, Partner at EY India's Tax and Regulatory Services shares insights on the policy's coverage, eligibility criteria for incentives, and its unique approach toward incentivizing investments in emerging technologies. Join us as we take a comprehensive look at the various incentives that make Maharashtra an attractive destination for IT and ITES companies.

India state incentives: Maharashtra IT/ITES Policy and its impact on investment

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