🎙️ Welcome to yet another episode on The AKF Podcast.

Fellow of the Royal Society (FRS) Dr. R A Mashelkar explores India's journey towards becoming a global innovation powerhouse.

Dr. Mashelkar delves into the essential elements needed to fuel this transformation, from leadership in science and technology to fostering inclusive innovation.

Learn about the pivotal role of ambitious goals, exponential value creation, and the fusion of technological, business, and policy innovations. Discover the keys to success through examples of both triumphs and setbacks, and gain valuable insights into building a robust ecosystem for innovation.

From education and knowledge to cultivating trust and talent, Dr. Mashelkar outlines the roadmap for India's ascent as a premier Innovation Nation, advocating for perseverance and passion as catalysts for progress.

Tune in to chart India's course in the innovation landscape.

🎙️ Join us for yet another engaging conversation at The AKF Podcast. This time we bring to you Wg Cdr Rakesh Sharma where he discusses his pride in India's cultural heritage and the perceived threats to it from modern ideologies.

As the first Indian in space, he reflects on the challenges of adapting to microgravity and space sickness. Sharma predicts the future of space exploration, emphasizing the importance of addressing Earth's issues and the necessity for alternative energy sources.

Tune in as he advocates for international cooperation in space exploration, highlighting India's potential role in promoting inclusivity and sustainability. Wg Cdr Sharma underscores the significance of learning from history to avoid conflicts in space, urging collaboration and resource-sharing for humanity's greater good.

He believes India's unique space program and socio-economic focus can pave the way for a peaceful and sustainable future.

🎙️ In this captivsating episode of The AKF Podcast, Dr. Devi Prasad Shetty and Ms. Ruby Ahluwalia (former bureaucrat and Founder of ‘Sanjeevani Life Beyond Cancer’) discuss the post-Covid world, highlighting India's Covid management and the shift towards endemicity. He also explores digitization's impact on healthcare and advocates for regular health checks. Additionally, Dr. Shetty shares insights on yoga and the evolving doctor-patient relationship. Ruby Ahluwalia, a versatile artist and professional, joins the conversation, sharing her inspiring battle with cancer and her dedication to public-private partnerships.