HT Smartcast Spotlight

Innovation isn't just born in boardrooms or tech labs. Sometimes, it emerges from the sleepless nights of a student with a groundbreaking idea.

In this episode, we sit down with three people who know exactly what it takes to turn that spark into something real: Vineet Vohra, Vice President of Software Development at Ciena; Jyoti Sharma, CEO of Nasscom Foundation; and Shivam Gupta, CEO of House Technologies.

We get into what meaningful innovation actually looks like, how mentorship and funding shape a young idea, and how founders can walk that tightrope between profit and purpose. You’ll hear stories of student-led startups, the roadblocks they hit, and why the right ecosystem can make all the difference.

If you’ve ever wondered how tech can nudge the world toward something better, this conversation is a good place to start.

Welcome to a special episode of HT Smartcast Spotlight, where we bring you an engaging conversation with Mr. Ritesh Suneja, Founder & Director, Xtended Space. Discover how this company is revolutionizing storage solutions in rapidly urbanizing India by providing secure, flexible, and accessible storage facilities across the Delhi NCR region. We share compelling stories and practical insights on how Xtended Space is enhancing urban living, balancing physical services with tech-enabled customer experiences, and ensuring trust and security for its users. Tune in to understand how Xtended Space is set to transform space management in India and beyond.

At just 15 years old, Harsh Kedia noticed something unusual at his father’s construction site, workers struggling with poor eyesight. What began as curiosity turned into a powerful social initiative called I Care Equality, bringing free eye-care camps to factory and construction workers across India.

In this inspiring conversation with Rj Vanshika, Harsh shares how a simple act of awareness has grown into a mission impacting over 4,700 workers. From the challenges of convincing factory owners to the joy of changing lives, this story will open your eyes literally and emotionally.

Oral Cancer can be treated!
Hope, healing, and high-tech care — right here in Lucknow! RJ Vaibhav sits down with Dr. Shahab Ali Usmani from Remedy Cancer Care, Lucknow, for a powerful conversation that demystifies myths around cancer — especially oral cancer. Discover the early signs, recovery journeys, and how advanced technology is enabling the delivery of world-class treatment. Remedy Cancer Care also supports patients through Ayushman Bharat, Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Yojana, and many more government health schemes — ensuring care for all.#FeverFMUP #RemedyCancerCare #CancerAwareness #Lucknow #CancerTreatment #OralCancer #RJVaibhav #DrShahabAliUsmani #HealthTalk #CancerCare #AyushmanBharat #PanditDeenDayalUpadhyayaYojana #EarlyDetectionSavesLives #CancerMythsBusted #StayAwareStayHealthy #HopeHeals

"What does it take to deliver care with a human touch in a digital-first world?

In this Crafting Bharat special feature, Anubhav Mehrotra, Head of CX at Tata 1mg, joins Shalil Gupta, MD at Ozonetel, for a conversation on how technology and empathy are coming together to transform the healthcare experience for millions across India. A glimpse into how India’s homegrown innovations are quietly powering the nation’s journey toward more connected, accessible, and compassionate care.

Welcome to Vision Forward, where we decode stories of leadership, innovation, and purpose.

In this episode, Breck McGary, CEO of Burns & McDonnell India, shares his decade-long journey in India and what it means to lead with people-first values in one of the world’s most competitive engineering landscapes.

From his early days riding auto rickshaws to scaling Burns & McDonnell India from 10 employees to 500+, Breck talks about:

* The importance of culture, belonging, and employee growth in sustaining success

* How Burns & McDonnell India empowers young professionals to build long-term careers

The company’s focus on innovation, AI, and technical excellence to stay future-ready. Whether you’re an engineer, a young professional, or someone curious about India’s role in global infrastructure, this conversation offers insights on leadership and building what matters.

This podcast features a conversation with the founders of Remedy Cancer Care, as they explore why they left secure jobs to start an affordable cancer treatment. The discussion covers patient expectations, affordability compared to private hospitals, building trust like Tata Memorial, challenges in head and neck cancers, myths around biopsy, early detection signs, the role of superfoods, and their social impact. It highlights their one-year journey, the number of surgeries they underwent, accessibility, and the message of hope for cancer patients.

In this special episode of HT Smartcast Spotlight, we sit down with Kaushik Mitra, Vice President and CFO of PepsiCo, who shares his remarkable journey of balancing a high-powered corporate career with his passion for writing. As the author of The Career Edge: The Unwritten Rules of Success, Kaushik distills insights from over three decades in the business world, highlighting why failure, adaptability, and trust are cornerstones of long-term success.From navigating a crisis in Vietnam to embracing work-life balance, Kaushik reveals lessons that resonate with professionals at every stage of their careers. He introduces the concept of employeeship, explores the power of influence and emotional connection, and demonstrates how the right mindset can transform challenges into opportunities.Tune in to discover how you can apply these unwritten rules of success to your own journey. The Career Edge is available now online and in stores.Buy the book here: https://www.amazon.in/Career-Edge-Unwritten-Leadership-Business/dp/0143476610

In this episode of Humans of EV, Radhika Makker chats with Dr. Lalit Singh, the Founder of Humans of EV and Co-Founder of TelioEV, about the journey, struggles, and triumphs behind India’s growing electric vehicle ecosystem.

Dr. Singh opens up about the early days how he tackled the fear of the unknown, range anxiety, and a lack of charging infrastructure, all while building a product from scratch. From metro cities to tier 2 and 3 towns, he shares real stories of EV adoption, including how e-rickshaws and two-wheelers are changing the way smaller cities move.

They also talk about the human side of innovation taking risks, having a strong fallback system, and bridging the gap between public policy, technology, and everyday people. With insights on AI, IoT, and the future of sustainable mobility, this episode is a heartfelt look at the people powering India’s EV revolution.

Welcome to Culture We Follow, a podcast episode that explores the people-first, future-ready values shaping workplaces today.

In this episode, we sit down with Surabhi M. Kanitkar, Learning and Development Specialist, and Vinita N. Darole, Department Manager. Together, we dive into how Burns and McDonnell India builds a culture where communication and transparency ensure trust across all levels, learning and mentorship fuel growth and leadership development, safety goes beyond physical well-being to include emotional and mental health, and change is met with agility, empathy, and structured support. From open-door leadership to structured development programs, from safety-first practices to emotional well-being initiatives, this conversation highlights how Burns and McDonnell creates a workplace where every employee is a stakeholder in culture.

If you’re seeking a workplace that invests in people, values dignity, and believes in building with heart, this is the culture they follow.