IBT interacted with Parashram Akhare, Founder of Krushi Sarathi, to understand how the platform is addressing long-standing gaps in India’s agricultural supply chain. From ensuring timely delivery of quality inputs to promoting sustainable farming practices and digital adoption, Akhare shares how Krushi Sarathi is empowering over 20,000 farmers across Maharashtra...
IBT interacted with Raj and Divish, the founders of Swadesiway—a movement-driven organic food venture working directly with small farmer collectives across India. In this conversation, they share how authentic farmer-led change, consumer education, and community building are at the heart of their mission to make organic food accessible, ethical, and...
At its annual I/O 2025 conference, Google revealed a powerful lineup of AI-driven innovations aimed at transforming the way users search, communicate, and interact with technology. From more intelligent search capabilities and real-time translation in meetings to lifelike video avatars and advanced research tools, the tech giant is embedding artificial...
From validating certificates of origin to identifying transshipment red flags, artificial intelligence is transforming manual, error-prone customs procedures into smart, adaptive systems. As regulators like the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) adopt AI-powered surveillance tools, exporters must match pace to maintain access and credibility in key markets. This article...
Agentic AI is revolutionizing pricing models in Indian SaaS and enterprise software by replacing human users with AI-driven bots. This shift is moving companies away from traditional per-user billing towards more dynamic, consumption- and outcome-based models, including API and AI-unit pricing. While AI services now often come with premium pricing,...
India’s healthcare sector is growing rapidly, yet persistent gaps in access, affordability, and quality—particularly in rural areas—pose serious hurdles. AI is emerging as a powerful tool, offering scalable solutions like telemedicine, smart diagnostics, and operational efficiency. But as this technology reshapes healthcare delivery, a pressing question remains: can it truly...
Owning things used to mean you’d made it, just about half a generation ago. Now, it just means you’re stuck. For a generation raised on instant upgrades, global mobility, and curated lifestyles, permanence feels more like a burden than a goal. Why buy a car when you can rent a...
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is evolving fast—so fast that it’s not just testing the limits of technology, but also straining the world’s energy resources. Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt recently warned U.S. lawmakers that AI could, in the future, consume up to 99% of the world’s electricity. While the figure may...
A new study by Google and Kantar shows that while interest in AI is booming across India, actual usage remains limited, with only 31% having tried generative AI tools. Despite low familiarity, most Indians are eager to use AI to boost creativity, productivity, and communication. Despite the growing excitement around...
Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt has stirred global debate with a bold prediction: within a year, AI will replace the vast majority of human programmers. Speaking on the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence, Schmidt highlighted an imminent shift in software development, calling it the dawn of a seismic technological transformation....
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