Amid the ongoing debate around work-life balance and extended working hours, Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra expressed his disagreement with the emphasis on the number of working hours. He highlighted the importance of focusing on the quality of work instead, stating that it's not about working longer hours but achieving the desired output in a shorter time. Mahindra also advocated for the integration of liberal arts into education for professionals, emphasizing the importance of holistic thinking for making informed decisions.
Vineet Nayyar, a renowned figure in the Indian Business landscape, passed away at the age of 85. A former Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer, Nayyar also worked with the World Bank and held several senior positions in the private sector. He played a significant role in Tech Mahindra's acquisition of Satyam and was appointed as the Vice Chairman of crisis-hit IL&FS in 2018. His demise has left a void in the business world, with many paying their respects to his leadership and wisdom.
The tech industry mourns the loss of Vineet Nayyar, former Vice-Chairman of Tech Mahindra, who passed away at the age of 85. Known for his crucial role in Tech Mahindra's growth and revival of Satyam Computer Services, Nayyar was a respected tech evangelist with over 40 years of experience in both private and public sectors. His contributions to the industry and his exemplary leadership will be remembered fondly.
Sanjiv Kapoor, the former CEO designate of Jet Airways, called out Mahindra Chairman Anand Mahindra's tweet comparing Dubai's recent heavy rain to Mumbai. He pointed out that Dubai was not built to handle such extreme weather, and a better analogy would have been heavy snowfall in Mumbai. Mahindra clarified that he might not have been mocking Dubai, but Kapoor emphasized the severity of the situation by sharing a video of the city turning dark due to a severe storm.
Business tycoon, Anand Mahindra, has offered a job opportunity to a young girl from Uttar Pradesh who used Amazon's virtual assistant tool Alexa to save her niece from a monkey attack. His post highlights the potential of technology to enhance human ingenuity and the role it can play in the unpredictable world. The heartwarming story has sparked a discussion on social media about the importance of quick thinking and using technology to our advantage.
Mahindra group owner, Anand Mahindra fulfills his promise to gifted former India cricketer, Sarfaraz Khan's father a Mahindra Thar. The touching gesture comes as an appreciation for Naushad Khan's role in Sarfaraz's cricketing journey and marks a special milestone after the batter's Test debut. With the video of the Thar's unveiling going viral, the heartwarming moment highlights the bond shared by father and son and the determination that led Sarfaraz to success.
After India’s historic Test victory against England, Anand Mahindra, Chairperson of Mahindra and Mahindra, announced a gift for Sarfaraz Khan’s father without acknowledging Dhruv Jurel. Jurel, who also made his Test debut alongside Khan, played a crucial role in India’s win by scoring 46 runs. Fans were disappointed that Mahindra only recognized one player’s father while ignoring Jurel, who comes from a financially-struggling background.