The Indian Institute of Management Bangalore is delighted to announce the recipients of the Alumni Service Award (ASA) 2025. Instituted during IIMB’s Golden Jubilee celebrations in 2023, the Alumni Service Award honours alumni who have made exceptional contributions to the Institute and the alumni community. The awardees are chosen through...
From navigating the high-paced world of global investment banking to conquering one of the world’s toughest endurance races, Anuj Singhal’s journey is one of grit, discipline, and quiet determination. An alumnus of IIT Madras and IIM Bangalore, and now a Partner at EY, Anuj has built a career defined by...
Michael J Cruz, an IIM Bangalore alumnus and seasoned corporate leader, has spent over three decades shaping businesses across higher education, research, and LegalTech. Today, as an executive coach and author of The Leader’s Mirror: Looking Inside, To Shine Outside, he helps leaders gain self-awareness, navigate complex challenges, and craft...
IIMB Alumnus & Dean Prof. Sourav Mukherji Champions Student Well-Being on ‘Get Kids To Play’ Podcast In a recent episode of the Get Kids To Play podcast, Prof. Sourav Mukherji — IIMB alumnus, Dean (Faculty), and Dean, Alumni Relations & Development at IIM Bangalore — joined hosts Dr. Vijay Krishnamurthy...
The Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) once again came alive with energy, camaraderie, and celebration as it hosted Shaurya 2025, the institute’s much-awaited annual alumni–student sports meet. Held on [dates] and organized jointly by the Sports Council, Student Alumni Committee, and Alumni Office, the event brought together over 250...
IIMB establishes Tony James PEVC Centre with visionary support from alumnus Mathew Cyriac IIM Bangalore unveiled the Tony James Centre for Private Equity and Venture Capital (PEVC), the country’s first Centre of Excellence dedicated to research, talent development, and industry collaboration in alternative investments. The initiative was made possible through...
Nurturing Entrepreneurship Through Education: Prof. Srivardhini Jha Wins National Honour IIMB proudly celebrates Prof. Srivardhini K. Jha, Chairperson of NSRCEL and faculty in the Entrepreneurship area, on being selected for the National Teachers’ Award 2025, presented by the Ministry of Education. This prestigious recognition honours her outstanding contributions to teaching,...
IIMB celebrates Independence Day 2025 Independence Day at IIM Bangalore was celebrated with warmth and high energy as the tricolour was unfurled on campus. In his address, Professor U Dinesh Kumar, Director In-charge, reminded the community that compassion, dignity, and respect must remain central in today’s world of uncertainty. He...
Written by Sakti Bagchi, GMITE 2022 How Leadership Renewal Fuels the Spirit of the IIMB Orators Club In the world of enduring organizations, greatness seldom rests on the shoulders of one, but flourishes through the collaborative energy and vision of many. At the heart of every passionate collective is a...
Bytes and Breaths – Anand Laxshmivarahan.R, PGSEM 2005 About the Book Set against India’s rapidly evolving corporate landscape, our story follows Zara, a young biotech entrepreneur, as she navigates the challenges of modern leadership. Through her journey at VitaSphere and her interaction with Aria, an AI avatar, readers discover how...
– Prof. Allen Prabhaker UgargolIIM Bangalore India’s ageing population faces gaps in healthcare, social care, and financial security. Integrated elder care needs public-private collaboration, digital health, community support, and blended financing to ensure dignity and quality of life. The ongoing demographic transition is leading to a rapid ageing of the...
– Shreyansh Chaurasiya and PragatiIIM Bangalore Despite cheaper treatment at public hospitals, nearly two-thirds of Indians choose private healthcare, driven by perceptions of quality, trust, and service India”s public healthcare system is battling a crisis of confidence. Despite offering free or highly subsidised care, public hospitals often play second fiddle...
MITTI Café At NSRCEL, we are proud to celebrate the journey of Alina Alam, Founder & CEO of MITTI Café, who was recently felicitated at Future Female Forward Season 3 by CNBC-TV18 and HSBC, in partnership with Cognizant. The initiative honours women who are breaking barriers, driving innovation, and building...
As businesses grapple with the rapid rise of AI, IIMB alumnus Natarajan Balasubramanian is helping leaders cut through the noise with clarity. As co-author of The AI-Centered Enterprise, he draws on years of research and practice to provide organizations with a grounded roadmap for harnessing AI. Conceived just months after...
For the alumni of the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore, IIMBue has always been more than an event—it’s a homecoming, a platform for inspiration, and a celebration of shared journeys. After a six-year pause, the conclave returned in 2025 with unmatched vibrancy, bringing together leaders, changemakers, and dreamers under one...
IIMB Alumna Vasuta Agarwal appointed Independent Director at IndiaMART IIM Bangalore alumna Vasuta Agarwal(PGP 2009) has been appointed as Independent Director and Board Member at IndiaMART InterMESH Limited, marking a significant milestone in her professional journey. Vasuta brings with her nearly 14 years of leadership experience at InMobi, where she...
IIMB Honoured for Sustainability, Biodiversity, and Community Impact IIM Bangalore has earned three major honours at the ELCITA Sustainability Awards—Silver in the “Educational, Hospitality & Research Organizations” category, along with awards for Excellence in Biodiversity Management and Excellence in Social Welfare and Community Services. The recognition reflects the institute’s integrated...
Industry 4.0 – Arindam Ray, PGSEM 2007 About the Book Industry 4.0 is transforming factories and businesses by combining powerful technologies like the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), Additive Manufacturing, Robotics, Cloud Computing and Digital Twin, supported by Extended Reality (AR/VR/MR), Big Data, Analytics and Blockchain. These technologies work together through cyber-physical...
IIMB Community celebrates Independence Day 2025 IIM Bangalore marked Independence Day with a spirited gathering on campus, where the national flag was unfurled and the anthem sung in unison by faculty, students, staff, and their families. In his address, Director-In-Charge Prof. U. Dinesh Kumar reflected on India’s enduring values of...
Dial4242 Secures ₹9 Crore to Expand Ambulance Network Dial4242, an app-based ambulance service, has raised ₹9 crore in a pre-Series A funding round led by the IAN Group, with support from BioAngels. The platform was created with a simple yet powerful vision: to make emergency medical transport accessible to every...