Anjan Mukherjee’s journey has been shaped by a deep curiosity about how engineering can serve real human needs. An alumnus of IIT and IIM Bangalore, he founded Taraltec to work on a problem that touches everyday life—making contaminated water safer, simpler, and more accessible for communities that need it most....
In this conversation, Sanchali Sharma (PGP 2020) reflects on a career shaped by curiosity, technology, and a commitment to building for inclusion. From leading AI-first products at global organisations to co-founding Talkingly AI, she shares insights on entrepreneurship, leadership under uncertainty, and what it takes to build meaningful technology in...
Karunakaran Azhisur Appointed Country Head – India at Guardian Life Karunakaran (Karun) Azhisur, an alumnus of IIM Bangalore’s PGPSEM Class of 2009, has been appointed Country Head – India at Guardian Life Insurance India Operations Private Limited, the global capability centre of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America. In...
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of members of the IIM Bangalore community. We remember them with respect and gratitude for their contributions and the lives they touched. Guhesh Ramanathan (PGP 1988) Mr. Guhesh Ramanathan, former Chief Operating Officer of NSRCEL, IIM Bangalore, and alumnus of...
IIMB Orators Club Installs New Executive Committee Theme for July-December 2025: Onwards and Upwards On January 10, 2025, the IIMB Orators Club—the official Toastmasters chapter at IIM Bangalore— the longest running alumni initiative (16+ years), held its Installation Ceremony at the IIMB Auditorium, marking the formal transition of leadership from...
Managing the Mind: The Inner Dimension of Effective Leadership A lecture titled “Manager – Manage Your Mind” at IIM Bangalore examined the role of mind management and spirituality in modern leadership and organisational life. Drawing from his book The Science of Mind Management, Swami Mukundananda explained how inner discipline, self-awareness,...
Award-Winning Research Examines How Emerging Market Firms Expand Globally Research by Prof. Sandeep Yadav, IIMB Young Faculty Research Chair and faculty member in Strategy, has received the Best Paper Award in the Strategy & Entrepreneurship track at the 10th PAN IIM World Management Conference. The paper, titled “Historical Imprinting, Institutional...
Student’s Corner in Lsquare is a platform where students can express their creativity, share their artistic talents, and showcase their literary works and creative content, fostering appreciation and recognition for their artistic endeavors. To Keep Her Warm The mountains wore their silence like a second skin. Snowflakes drifted lazily from...
– Prof. Jitamitra DesaiIIM Bangalore India needs a two-pronged approach, like in the US—one that values excellence as much as expansion. India’s higher education system has undergone a dramatic transformation over the past seven decades. From a mere 20 universities in 1947, the country now boasts around 1,200 universities and...
– Prof. M.S.SriramIIM Bangalore The Parliament has passed the Vikasita Bharat Guarantee for Employment and Livelihood Mission (GRAM) Bill, repealing the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGA), and the President has signed it into law. This move is not merely about removing Mahatma Gandhi’s name from the scheme;...
Econic Clothing LLP Econic Clothing LLP is a sustainable fashion venture redefining ethical apparel through eco-friendly practices and artisanal craftsmanship. The company focuses on using natural, pesticide-free fabrics and 100% plant-based dyes derived from flowers, roots, leaves, and seeds — prioritising minimal environmental impact and a conscious carbon footprint. Its...
Writing under the pen name RV Raman, R. Venkatraman (PGP 1988) brings a distinctive perspective shaped by decades of professional experience and a lifelong engagement with technology and ideas. Having lived through the pre-internet era and the rise of artificial intelligence, his latest novel, 2080: The Lattice, reflects a deep...
IIT Roorkee Honours IIMB Alumnus Mr. Karthik Reddy with the Distinguished Alumnus Award Congratulations to Mr. Karthik Reddy (1994 – B.E., Industrial Engineering) on being conferred the Distinguished Alumnus Award for Entrepreneurial Excellence (2024). A Managing Partner at Blume Venture Advisors, Mumbai, Mr. Reddy has played a pioneering role in...
From the glow of the diya that set the tone to rallies, rebounds, and match points that brought the campus alive — IIM Alumni SportsFest 2025 was everything we hoped for and more. Over two energising days, the IIM Bangalore campus transformed into a vibrant celebration of sport, spirit, and...
2080: The Lattice – R Venkatraman (RV Raman), PGP 1988 About the Book The year is 2080. Mankind is utterly dependent on AI … AI that has become deeply biased. The Lattice, once known as the Internet, has evolved to a point where it carries all five senses – sight,...
Alumni from the batches of 1995, 2000, 2005, and 2010 returned to the IIM Bangalore campus for a memorable reunion, reconnecting with peers, batch faculty, and revisiting cherished moments from their time at the Institute. Accompanied by their families, the gatherings were marked by warmth, nostalgia, and a strong sense...
Remembering Professor Ramesh G.: A Respected Scholar and Member of the IIMB Community It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Professor Ramesh G., a respected member of the Centre for Public Policy and a valued part of the IIM Bangalore community. Professor Ramesh joined the Institute...
Prof. Deepti Ganapathy Delivers Keynote on Heatwaves and Climate Resilience at Global South Conference Prof. Deepti Ganapathy delivered the keynote address at the International Conference on Heat and Heatwave Trends and their Health Implications in the Global South, held in Mysore and jointly organised by JSS Science and Technology University,...
IIM Bangalore Retains No. 1 Position in Eduniversal Rankings, Secures 5 Palmes Emeritus and Gold Trophy IIM Bangalore has reaffirmed its status as a leading global management institution by retaining the No. 1 rank in India and Central Asia at the 18th Eduniversal World Convention, held at IIM Indore. The...
– Prof. Deepti Ganapathy, IIM Bangalore Dr. Anantharaman Subramaniyan (EEP 1999) Digital technologies offer immense leverage to achieve resource efficiency and decarbonisation Without digital technologies and combined ecosystems, we have little chance of embracing climate action. While state actors and non-state actors debate at COP 30, organisations—whether not-for-profits, listed companies...
