MOHANDAS PAI
Bengaluru CEO spends Rs 2700 to fix broken footpath himself. IIT Madras alumnus says repeated complaints went unanswered
Bengaluru CEO and IIT Madras alumnus Siddharth Dialani took matters into his own hands to address a hazardous footpath that posed a risk to public safety. After reporting the issue to local authorities with no action taken, he decided to cover the repair costs himself. His actions shed light on the persistent struggles urban citizens encounter when dealing with civic responsibilities.
Karnataka medical institute opened by PM plans free cancer immunotherapy for patients
The Sri Madhusudan Sai Institute plans to offer free immunotherapy for cancer patients. A new 600-bed hospital will soon launch on campus, expanding free medical services. Modern genomics treatment is already initiated, and rare disease research is underway. The mission has invested significantly in service initiatives and seeks corporate and international support. Free paediatric healthcare and nutrition programs are also highlighted as key achievements.
Blackstone came close to giving up on India; now it calls the country its best bet
Blackstone’s early India push struggled to gain traction, but a shift towards control stakes and sectors such as IT services, real estate and manufacturing has since made India its best-performing private equity market globally. President Jon Gray says the country is nearing a “tipping point” for faster growth, though trade and energy risks remain.
UPI MDR a welcome move, will help support infra for growing digital payments: Mohandas Pai
The central government's decision regarding MDR and UPI is a welcome move that will help fund the infrastructure needed to support rapidly growing digital payment volumes, former Chief Financial Officer and Board Member of Infosys Mohandas Pai has said, noting that nearly 96% of UPI transactions would remain unaffected.
'Only talk, no action': Mohandas Pai hits out at 'JNU-type leftists' who always crib about India not building Google, Microsoft
Former Infosys CFO Mohandas Pai defended the Indian tech industry against critics, stating it created 60 lakh jobs despite abuse from "cyber bullies" and "leftists." He challenged detractors to build something themselves, emphasizing the industry's hard-won success and India's global leadership in software services, contributing $235 billion and 60% of global outsourcing.'Only talk, no action': Mohandas Pai says 'JNU type leftists' are reason for India not building its own Google, Microsoft
Mohandas Pai vs IndiGo: Ex-Infosys CFO says they 'treat passengers badly' after AC issue. How the airline responded?
Former Infosys CFO Mohandas Pai criticized IndiGo airlines for leaving passengers on flight 6E 7407 without air conditioning on a hot Bengaluru tarmac, calling for a change in protocols. The incident sparked discussions about passenger comfort, with industry professionals highlighting health risks from cost-saving practices. IndiGo defended its service, citing strong DGCA performance metrics and dismissing a recent survey ranking it poorly.

Why Mohandas Pai is furious with govt's choices of AI centres of excellence
Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu defended the decision to establish AI Centres of Excellence in North India, responding to criticism from former Infosys executive Mohandas Pai. Vembu highlighted that the selection was based on merit and involved committee members from the South. He urged not to politicize the decision, emphasizing the thorough evaluation process.

'Avoid politics': Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu fires back at ex-Infosys executive Mohandas Pai’s 'Bengaluru ignored' criticism
Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu addressed Mohandas Pai's criticism regarding the exclusion of Bengaluru as a location for newly announced AI Centres of Excellence. He clarified that the selection process was rigorous and merit-based, dismissing claims of political bias and emphasizing a thorough and impartial evaluation.

TV Mohandas Pai calls for Rs 15,000-20,000 crore more annual investment in Indian startups
TV Mohandas Pai, Chairman, Aarin Capital, says: “We need at least Rs 15,000 to 20,000 crore more coming into startups from India every year." India's drive towards a $5 trillion economy by 2027 is bolstered by strong GDP growth, low corporate debt, and robust infrastructure. The nation aims to transition into a developed country by 2047, supported by a thriving startup ecosystem and domestic funding initiatives.

Allow 25-35% IT staff to work from campuses: Mohandas Pai to Government over coronavirus
The government must allow 25-35 per cent of total staff of information technology companies to work from their campuses because they maintain systems of their clients worldwide and industry in this country, IT sector veteran T V Mohandas Pai said.

IT Employees Associations against Mohandas Pai's statement
Pai had yesterday accused people, who are making efforts to forge a union in IT industry, of trying to "create a hype, fear-mongering".

India could become a digital colony, warns Mohandas Pai
"There is a fight between US and China to dominate digitally. And the Indian capital where they are, buying real estate in California?" he asked.

India's IT exports revenue to grow 9-10% this fiscal: Mohandas Pai
A clear picture would emerge after companies announce results for the September quarter, which is generally good for them.

Gingercrush.com raises $1 million in a pre-series A funding round
The round came two months after Vadodra-based Gingercrush raised funding from former Infosys board member TV Mohandas Pai.

Gingercrush raises funding from TV Mohandas Pai
Pai will mentor the founding team and senior management to strengthen the organizational leadership and set the company up for strong and responsible growth.

LetsVenture brings on Ratan Tata and Mohandas Pai as advisors, investors
Ratan Tata and Mohandas Pai, cofounder of Infosys and chairman at Manipal Global also participated in the platform's undisclosed Series A round.

Only 10% of startups will be very successful: Mohandas Pai
Still, startups are set emerge as a major job creator in the country if government evolves an enabling policy environment for these budding firms, say Pai.

TV Mohandas Pai, Ranjan Pai to join Vinod Khosla; to invest $2 mn in Unitus' fund
Manipal group scion Ranjan Pai and former Infosys director TV Mohandas Pai are joining Vinod Khosla as investors in a new fund being set up by Unitus.

TV Mohandas Pai and partner Ranjan Pai invest $35 mn in two Indian and two US-based companies
Former Infosys director TV Mohandas Pai and his partner Ranjan Pai have made the first investments from their Rs 500 crore private equity fund.
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