Financial markets, particularly stock exchanges, are increasingly becoming prime targets for cyber adversaries, both during peacetime and in periods of geopolitical tension. The National Stock Exchange (NSE) of India exemplifies this vulnerability, facing a staggering 150 to 170 million cyberattacks daily. During ‘Operation Sindoor,’ NSE saw these attacks escalate to 400 million in a single…
India’s cloud adoption story has accelerated dramatically over the past decade. According to NASSCOM, the Indian public cloud services market is projected to cross USD 17.8 billion by 2027, with SMEs accounting for nearly 45% of the adoption. Yet, challenges remain – fragmented cloud migration strategies, regulatory compliance gaps and a shortage of skilled cybersecurity…
IndusInd Bank has announced the appointment of Sheran Mehra as its new Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), entrusting her with the responsibility of leading the bank’s brand, marketing and digital engagement strategies. The move underscores the bank’s commitment to strengthening its market presence amid an evolving financial ecosystem driven by digital innovation. Sheran Mehra brings over…
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has appointed Smt. Sonali Sen Gupta as Executive Director, effective October 9, 2025. Prior to her promotion, Smt. Sen Gupta served as the Regional Director for Karnataka at RBI’s Bangalore office. With over three decades of experience at the central bank, she has contributed across diverse domains, including Financial…
India’s healthcare system, long challenged by uneven access, limited capacity and rising costs, is now confronting a more insidious danger: cyberattacks. A recent industry report suggests that hospitals and health institutions in the country are weathering an average of 8,600 attacks each week—more than four times the global average. Healthcare alone accounts for nearly a…
In India’s boardrooms, conversations about artificial intelligence often revolve around productivity, growth and digital transformation. Yet another theme, less glamorous but far more consequential, is emerging: the risk of AI bias and the legal exposure it creates. For a country positioning itself as both the world’s IT back office and a hotbed of digital innovation,…
On October 9, 2025, Mr. Shirish Chandra Murmu formally assumed office as the Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), taking over from Mr. M. Rajeshwar Rao., Mr. Murmu’s appointment comes at a pivotal time for India’s financial sector, where rapid technological innovation, evolving market dynamics and global economic uncertainties require steady leadership….
As Shri M. Rajeshwar Rao concludes his distinguished tenure as Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on October 8, 2025, it is an opportune moment to reflect on his significant contributions to India’s financial landscape. Appointed on October 9, 2020, Shri Rao’s leadership spanned pivotal phases, including the post-pandemic economic recovery and…
The year 2025 has witnessed a significant surge in cyberattacks, impacting critical sectors and economies worldwide. Notably, incidents such as the cyberattack on Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) and the disruption of Collins Aerospace’s systems have underscored the vulnerabilities in global supply chains and the interconnectedness of modern industries. This article delves into the short-term and…
In a significant leadership appointment, the Government of India has named Shri Shirish Chandra Murmu as Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), effective October 9, 2025, for a three-year term. A senior and highly respected central banker, Shri Murmu currently serves as an Executive Director at the RBI and brings with him…
