Welcome to The Indian Impact Podcast! In this episode, host Gaurav Lakhwani is joined by Parikshit Dhume, the President of the Intellectual Cell of BJP, to discuss India's rapidly evolving AI ecosystem and its position on the global stage.With the upcoming AI Summit in Delhi, we dive deep into India's advancements in AI, semiconductors, and homegrown technologies. Parikshit shares valuable insights on the government’s role in nurturing AI innovation, the push for semiconductor self-reliance, and how India is shaping the future of AI-powered governance. We also touch on how Indian startups are breaking barriers and competing globally, and how AI could revolutionize various sectors like FinTech, agriculture, and healthcare.1:26 – Introduction3:26 – Global stance of technology5:40 – India’s AI Startups: Competing Globally8:24 – The Geopolitical Shift: India’s Global Tech Role10:06 – NRI Talent Returning to India12:00 – India’s Self-Reliance in Semiconductor Manufacturing15:00 – Is India behind China or Progessing into the new Semiconductor era16:40 – Data Protection: India’s Vision for Data Sovereignty18:30 – India’s Journey Towards AI-Powered Governance22:00– The Rise of Indian Startups in Defense Tech23:30 – India’s Defence and Space tech25:35 – Policies for startups27:10 – Conclusion: A Bright Future for India’s Tech LandscapeFor more such content follow @TII_theindianimpact  Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/tii_theindianimpact/LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/theindianimpactcommunity/Check Out : https://theindianimpact.com/#AI #IndiaAI #Semiconductors #TechInIndia #IndianStartups #AIInnovation #BJP #IndianTech #AIRevolution #OpenAI #NVIDIA #BharatGPT #FutureOfTechnology #IndiaSummit #IndianDiaspora #GlobalSouth #technologypodcast

“From $8 to Global Boardrooms.”What makes Indian leaders stand out across the world? 🌍In this powerful episode, Silicon Valley pioneer and Indiaspora founder MR Rangaswamy sits down with host Gaurav Lakhwani to unpack leadership, AI, diaspora impact, and the global Indian identity.From coming to the U.S. with just $8 to shaping boardrooms and policy conversations in Washington, MR’s story is as insightful as it is inspiring.He shares:💡 Why Indian upbringing and values build world-class leaders🇮🇳 How the diaspora transformed India’s global image🌐 Meeting PM Modi, Biden, and the power of India’s 40 million-strong diaspora🤖 Why AI is the biggest shift in human history — and what it means for Indian tech talent🚀 The bittersweet success of Indian founders like Perplexity AI’s Arvind Srinivas building abroad00:00 - 01:38 Introduction02:00 - 05:58 Qualities that make Indians exceptional leaders 06:50 - 10:41 From $8 to the global boardroom 10:51 - 13:19 Where does AI lead us? 13:19 - 15:17 How does AI affect the Indian population in tech 15:36 - 16:51 What was it like meeting Aravind, the founder of Perplexity AI? 18:42 - 20:43 What does PM Modi think about the Indian community 21:45 - 23:05 What does the US President think about the Indian diaspora 23:08 - 25:46 Anti-immigrant sentiment across the world 26:54 - 29:58 What motivated M R Rangaswamy to start Indiaspora 29:57 - 31:37 Philanthropic good that the diaspora brought 31:54 - 35:43 Why M R Rangaswamy thinks he’s the luckiest person 36:09 - 38:15 India’s gift to the world 38:17 - 40:37 Why India needs to create a global market for Indian-origin products 41:13 - 43:05 What India can learn from China 44:21 - 46:18 Indiaspora’s aspiration 46:26 - 47:56 M R Rangaswamy’s message to listeners 🎙️ Guest: MR Rangaswamy — Founder,  ⁨@Indiaspora⁩  🎧 Host: Gaurav Lakhwani — Staying Indian Podcast📩 Get in touch: [email protected]#IndianDiaspora #GlobalIndians #Leadership #AIRevolution #Indiaspora #StayingIndianPodcast #IndianAmericans #GlobalIndia #Innovation #Technology #InspiringStories #IndianLeadership #SiliconValley Follow Us on Social Media: ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayingindian/✅ Amazon: https://music.amazon.in/podcasts/9d3c50d5-8740-454e-888d-149092f94dc7/staying-indian-by-gaurav-lakhwani✅Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vGaAME0jsZ1yl9d67YQ0L✅Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/staying-indian-by-gaurav-lakhwani/id1678752046

“VC isn’t luck. It’s proof.”

If you’re a founder or curious investor, this episode makes VC legible—math first, hype last.

At 24, London-based investor Anmol Goel walks us through the real game behind venture capital—why you place 100 bets and only 2–3 need to become monsters, and why most “good” 2–3× ideas get ignored to chase the outliers. We start where pop culture ends beyond Shark Tank, into the math, the discipline, and the messy early-stage judgment calls that separate noise from signal.

Anmol breaks down the power-law (YC’s few mega-winners return a huge share of the fund), the “not spray & pray” myth, and what “educated bets” look like when there’s barely any data—only founders, velocity, and the glimmer of a moat.

0:24- Introduction

1:20 - VC investing in General terms

4:27 - It's not Spray and Pray

6:51 - Private Equity

10:45 - How he became a VC

20:21 - Schedules to Manage: Impossible

24:26 - Start up Investing for NRIs

30:12 - Raising Money

34:21 - The Forty Under 40

39:23 - Investing money : To be or Not To be

48:11 - Is AI just a trend

52:45 - Factor to be consider

52:56 - Changing US policies

58:48 - Founders not from IITs/IIMs, do they struggles?

1:01:00 - VC ghosts startups? Why?

1:02:42 - The luck factor for Start ups

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The Real Chak De! India Story | Sjoerd Marijne on Coaching Indian Women’s HockeyWhat happens when a Dutch coach takes charge of India’s women’s hockey team that hadn’t won a single match at the Rio Olympics?This is the story of Sjoerd Marijne, the coach who transformed India’s women’s hockey team into world-beaters- taking them to a historic 4th place at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.For the first time in history, the Indian women reached the Olympic semi-finals. They missed the bronze, but won something even bigger—the hearts of millions of Indians.Since then, this team has been rewriting its legacy. Even today, in the Women’s Hockey Asia Cup 2025, they continue to turn heads with their fearless play.And Sjoerd has a huge impact on Indian Hockey with his strong bond with  @HockeyIndiaOfficial   @odishanavaltatahockeyhpc   @navaltatahockeyacademy-jam9305  In this exclusive Staying Indian Podcast episode with Gaurav, Sjoerd opens up about:His journey from the Netherlands to India The cultural clash & early struggles as a foreign coachHow he built a high-performance mindset in the teamTransforming confidence, fitness & teamworkThe emotional highs & lows of Tokyo 2020 Leadership lessons that apply beyond sports- for startups, corporates & lifeThis isn’t just a sports story.It’s a masterclass in resilience, leadership & willpower.Watch if you’re interested in- Sports leadership & coaching Women in sports & breaking stereotypes Real-life Chak De! India moments Lessons for entrepreneurs, CEOs & managers India’s rise on the global hockey stageTimestamps:0:00 - Introduction:1:17 - Appointment as Indian Women Hockey Coach2:48 - The Chak De India Connection3:53 - Sjoerd Hockey Passion5:12 - The Cultural Clash6:55 - Leadership and Sports9:16 - Moulding minds to achieve the goal11:32 - Adapting Style to Indian Culture14:11 - Skeptical Challenges16:14 - Emotions for Flag : India Vs Netherland17:33 - Motivation in Indian Style18:53 - Journey through the Tokyo Olympics 202024:11 - Heroes off the field : The support Staff25:10 - Players who tranformed with shocking results26:49 - Sjoerd said "Holi Hai"28:06 - External Factors30:02 - Government and Team30:52 - Academies bonded with Sjoerd for Life31:35 - Will Power by Authur Sjoerd Marijne33:24 - Identifying your team's skills35:33 - Huddle Up! For few last tipsDon’t forget to Subscribe for more inspiring stories from Global Indians & leaders who are shaping the future.#ChakDeIndia #IndianHockey #SjoerdMarijne #StayingIndianPodcast #Leadership Get in Touch With Us: Contact us at [email protected] Us on Social Media: ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayingindian/ ✅ Amazon: https://music.amazon.in/podcasts/9d3c...✅Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vGaAME...✅Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...✅Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast…

Tax season is here, and NRIs around the world are scrambling to understand their obligations in India. In this episode of Staying Indian – The NRI Podcast, host Gaurav sits down with Ankur, Founder of Belong, a financial super-app for NRIs, to decode everything about Indian taxation and compliance for NRIs.We cover: NRI, RNOR & Resident tax statuses Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAAs) FEMA & Income Tax Act – what you need to know Gift City opportunities for NRIs Common myths & mistakes around NRI taxes Real case studies of NRI tax filings gone wrong (and how to fix them)Whether you’re in the US, UAE, UK, or anywhere else, this episode is packed with actionable insights to save you from penalties, double taxation, and compliance mistakes.About Our Guest:Ankur is a second-time entrepreneur and the founder of Belong, a one-stop platform for NRIs to manage investments, tax filings, and financial planning.Connect with Ankur:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ankurc07/Timestamps: 00:51 Intro 02:34 Journey of Ankur 3:32 Motivation behind belong 7:30 What is NRI, RNOR & Resident status? 11:09 Double Taxation & DTAA explained 17:44 FEMA vs Income Tax Act 21:32 NRI Banking Systems 23:36 Myths about NRI Income Declaration 30:08 Recent changes in capital gains taxation 35:00 Problems and Solutions for Property Dealings 39:16 Some tricks to help filing your ITR 52:14 Gift City opportunities for NRIs 58:38 Myths Behind Sovereign Gold Bonds 59:00 Rapid-fire: NRI Tax Hacks and Myth busters#NRI #NRITaxes #NRIPodcast #IndianTaxes #NRIFinance #TaxPlanning #DoubleTaxation #FEMA FIND US AT https://www.stayingindian.com/Get in Touch With Us: Contact us at [email protected] Us on Social Media: ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayingindian/ ✅ Amazon: https://music.amazon.in/podcasts/9d3c...✅Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vGaAME...✅Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...✅Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast…

New Episode of Staying Indian – The NRI Podcast What happens when you give up a thriving career in Silicon Valley to return to India?

This week, Gaurav Lakhwani sits down with Nupur Dave- author, speaker, NRI transition coach, and ex-Google leader, to talk about her 13-year journey in the US, the burnout she faced, and the life-changing decision to come back home.

🎙 In this episode, Nupur reveals:

Why she chose to leave the US after 13 years

The emotional & cultural challenges NRIs face abroad

Common myths about moving back to India

The truth about loneliness, community, and finding belonging

Practical advice for NRIs planning a return

How India’s growth and conveniences are shaping reverse migration

Whether you’re an NRI abroad, planning a return, or just curious about the realities of life between two worlds, this conversation will give you clarity and courage.

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00:00-00:33 - Upcoming

00:34-1:30 - Introduction

1:31-4:05 - What behind the decision of moving back

4:06-6:00 - Do NRIs often face this dilemma?

6:01-9:07 - Present in the US but not present!

9:08-10:53 - Reel life and real life challenging the new generation NRIs

10:54-15:27 - Ghar wapis after long time: challenges

15:28-20:33 How to prepare yourself?

20:34-22:35 - Singles NRIs problems in USA

22:36-27:52 - Impact of Entrepreneurship boom in India

27:53-30:00 - Will you be successful after moving back to India?

30:01-30:47 - Thank you

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🎙️A Gripping Legal Deep-Dive with  @AmishLegal  In this explosive episode, criminal lawyer and legal reform advocate Amish Aggarwala breaks down real cases, legal myths, and the gaps in Indian and international law:

⚖️ U.S. Gun Laws vs Indian Arms Act – a stark contrast in legal cultures

💔 Divorce filings abroad – what NRIs often overlook

💸 The shocking $500,000 mistake you must avoid

📍Forum shopping and how it affects justice

🏠 Property disputes & what makes them drag on for years

🚨 NRI bridesmaid scams and the rising cases of live-in relationships gone wrong

🧠 Common myths about Indian laws – debunked!

📜 Why Indian laws need urgent reform

✅ Procedures that actually safeguard your rights

👉 Plus: Myth or Fact rapid fire and candid discussion on how NRIs can stay protected.

🔥 Better Call Amish if you're an NRI navigating complex legal waters.

00:00-01:00 - Upcoming

01:01-01:38 - Introduction

01:39-5:45 - Top Most Cases

5:46-8:25 - U.S. Gun Law V/S Indian Arms Act

8:26-15:33 - Filing for Divorce Abroad

15:34-18:29 - $500,000 Mistake

18:30-19:20 - Forum Shopping

19:21-24:00 - Property Dispute Cases

24:01-27:42 - Changes Needed in Law

27:43-28:50 - Follow the Procedures to Safeguard

28:51-30:35 - Common Myths

30:36-34:56 - NRI Bridesmaid Scam

34:57-36:40 - Better Call Amish

36:41-38:50 - Indian Laws

38:51-44:30 - Trying Live In Before Marriage (Backfires)

44:31-52:18 - Myth or Fact

52:19-55:08 - General Discussion

55:09-55:20 - Thank you

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What makes Brazil a strategic partner for India?

Why is the BRICS 2025 Summit so crucial in today's global context?

How does the Indian diaspora in Brazil stay connected and contribute to bilateral relations?

In this insightful episode, Gaurav sits down with seasoned journalist and Shoban Saxena in Brazil to explore:

Brazil’s growing role in global trade and politics

India–Brazil economic and cultural cooperation

India's strong presence at the BRICS Summit 2025Key sectors: IT, pharma, ethanol, AI, and infrastructure

Shoban’s personal experiences reporting from Pakistan, Iran & Afghanistan

The vibrant life of the Indian diaspora in Brazil and people-to-people ties

Why South America remains peaceful amidst global conflict

The importance of “Global Indians” uniting across continents

A powerful discussion on geopolitics, trade, and global Indian identity.

00:35- Upcoming

00:36-1:43- Introduction

1:44-5:45- About your Journey

5:46-10:15- How BRICS involved?

10:16-14:52- Cultural Differences and Similarities

14:53-17:45- What is the Secret behind Brazil’s Economy

17:46-20:25- Theme and Agenda of BRICS 2025

20:26-21:03- What will be topic of bilateral meaning?

21:04-23:40- What are the geo political stands of Brazil and other South American Countries?

23:41-27:12- How was your experience of reporting in Pakistan?

27:13-29:32 What went wrong in Pakistan?

29:33-30:40- Effects of new USA Policies on South America, Brazil and rest of the world

30:41-35:24- Insights on Indian Diaspora in Brazil

35:25-35:39- Thank you

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💥 From WhatsApp groups to a 130 Cr fitness empire! In this episode of Staying Indian, gaurav talks with JC, Founder & CEO of Fittr, about his inspiring journey from a 9-to-5 IT job to building one of India’s biggest fitness platforms.

🔥 Key Highlights: ✅ How a personal habit turned into a global brand

✅ Scaling from 10K users to 400K+

✅ Building tech-enabled health solutions like the Heart Ring ✅ The state of India’s fitness industry

✅ Why real impact > just profits

💬 JC shares raw truths about entrepreneurship, the power of discipline, and building a mission-driven business that actually helps people get healthier.

🎧 Tune in if you’ve ever dreamed of turning passion into purpose—and profit.

👇 Tag a budding entrepreneur or fitness enthusiast who needs to hear this!

00:00-0:50- Upcoming

0:51-1:28- Introduction

1:29-4:10 Journey of Mr. Jitendra Chouksey

4:11-5:00 How do you feel about making a huge company like Fittr?

5:01-5:37 Can you share more about your recent product, the Hart?

5:38-7:40 Where does India stand in global fitness maturity now?

7:41-8:35 What are the most common fitness challenges you have observed among NRIs?

8:36-11:00 Are Indians more prone to diseases like obesity or diabetes?

11:01-12:55 Which Indian food should be avoided in a healthy diet?

12:56-15:08 What are the Common misconceptions about healthy Indian Food?

15:09-18:58 Do NRI people really need the gym, or are home workouts enough?

18:59-20:49 What role does social media play in shaping fitness trends among NRIs?

20:50-29:18 Can you share NRI fitness transformations stories achieved through Fitrr?

29:19-30:35 Thank you

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Thinking of moving to Australia? You're not alone! In this video, Parul breaks down everything you need to know—from PR rules, tech industry demand, and career opportunities to the reality of job hunting from India.

Key Topics Covered:

✅ Is it tough to get PR after 32 or 45?

✅ Tech roles in high demand till 2030

✅ Safety in Australia for Indian migrants

✅ Remote work, recession-proof careers

✅ How Indian qualifications are viewed

✅ What really matters more: age or skill?

👉 Whether you're an IT professional, student, or mid-career expert—this video is your complete guide to starting a career in Australia.

📢 Vote in our poll: “Does age make PR harder?” Comment below & tag a friend planning to move to Australia!

🎧 Listen to our podcast or follow us for more real-life insights from Indian migrants.

00:00-1:00- Upcoming

1:01-4:23- Introduction

4:24-7:20- What’s different about finding work in Australia?

7:21-13:29 What’s really driving Indians to Australia?

13:30-14:58 What challenges do you face in Australia’s corporate world?

14:59-17:20 What should and shouldn’t migrants do to adapt in Australia?

17:21-20:45 What challenges do Indians face with Aussie Visas?

20:46-22:44 How to find job or make a network in Australia?

22:45-25:18 What are the industries that are hiring immigrants?

25:19-26:05 Is it easy to find job in Australia?

26:06-27:12 What’s the standard pay in Australia?

27:13-29:30 What are the other best paying jobs in Australia?

29:31-30:45 Any advice for those in or moving or moving to Australia?

30:46-31:08 Thank you

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