The Indian Impact https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact Celebrate. Connect. Contribute. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:28:13 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/cropped-Untitled-design-1-32x32.png The Indian Impact https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact 32 32 254583903 India’s AI Revolution: Breaking Barriers with Homegrown Tech | Parikshit Dhume https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/indias-ai-revolution-breaking-barriers-with-homegrown-tech-parikshit-dhume/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=indias-ai-revolution-breaking-barriers-with-homegrown-tech-parikshit-dhume https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/indias-ai-revolution-breaking-barriers-with-homegrown-tech-parikshit-dhume/#respond Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:10:15 +0000 http://sh010.global.temp.domains/~senseite/theindianimpact/indianimpact/?p=3350 Welcome to The Indian Impact Podcast! In this episode, host Gaurav Lakhwani is joined by Parikshit Dhume, President of the Intellectual Cell of BJP, to discuss India’s rapidly evolving AI ecosystem and its position on the global stage. With the AI Summit in Delhi approaching, we dive deep into India’s advancements in AI, semiconductors, and homegrown technologies. Parikshit shares insights on the government’s role in nurturing AI innovation, the push for semiconductor self-reliance, and how India is shaping AI-powered governance. We also explore how Indian startups are competing globally and how AI could revolutionize FinTech, agriculture, and healthcare. India just developed a 2nm chip — before China. Jensen Huang, Sam Altman, Bill Gates — all coming to India. Sarvam AI unveiling India’s sovereign LLM this month. Brain drain reversing. Talent returning. Factories exporting chips. But is India really ready to compete with the global AI giants? We asked a politician who actually understands technology. 🎤 Guest: Parikshit Dhume President, Intellectual Cell (BJP) | Konkan Region, Maharashtra 🔥 What You’ll Learn:→ Where is India’s own LLM? (Sarvam AI, BharatGPT, Fractal)→ The 2nm chip breakthrough China still hasn’t achieved→ Why Jensen Huang, Sam Altman & Bill Gates are all coming to India→ Semiconductor Mission 2.0 — why self-reliance matters→ How COVID changed India’s technology strategy forever→ PM Modi’s Global South vision and its tech implications→ Brain drain reversing — Zoho, Sarvam AI founders coming back→ India’s data localization — what foreign companies must follow→ Defense tech: Fighter jets, drones, space rockets being built→ India Deep Tech Fund — $10 billion for startups India is going shoulder-to-shoulder with US, China, Europe and Japan in every aspect of AI. From Mangalyaan to indigenous COVID vaccines, from UPI leading global FinTech to sovereign LLMs launching this year — India isn’t watching from the sidelines. India is in the arena. 85% of global chips come from Taiwan (TSMC). Only ONE company makes chip machines — ASML. COVID taught India: Dependency = Vulnerability. India’s response: Fab factories in UP, Assam, Gujarat already manufacturing and exporting. 2nm chip developed ahead of China. Own GPUs targeted by 2027-28. Tech giants aren’t coming for presentations. They’re convinced about the power of Indian people, talent, and a 1.4 billion market. Partnering with India is in THEIR best interest. Brain drain is reversing. Sridhar Vembu (Zoho), Sarvam AI founders, BharatGPT team — all building from India now. New graduates staying. Established professionals returning. 5 Bold AI Predictions: 1️⃣ India’s own LLM → THIS YEAR ✅2️⃣ AI translation for every Indian language → NOW ✅3️⃣ AI chips competing with NVIDIA → 5-10 YEARS ⏳4️⃣ AI-powered governance → ALREADY HAPPENING ✅5️⃣ Indian AI startups at massive valuations → 10-15 YEARS ⏳ 3 out of 5 already happening. India is delivering. Message for NRIs: India represents a perfect platform for every possible opportunity. R&D, innovation, startups — the opportunities exist now. Without India’s opinion, key world decisions are not taken. G20 proved it. AI Summit will prove it again. The Indian Impact For more such content Subscribe @TII_theindianimpact Instagram:  / tii_theindianimpact  LinkedIn:   / theindianimpactcommunity   Check out full episode – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ikzu-jxt0k https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ikzu-jxt0k

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Welcome to The Indian Impact Podcast! In this episode, host Gaurav Lakhwani is joined by Parikshit Dhume, President of the Intellectual Cell of BJP, to discuss India’s rapidly evolving AI ecosystem and its position on the global stage.

With the AI Summit in Delhi approaching, we dive deep into India’s advancements in AI, semiconductors, and homegrown technologies. Parikshit shares insights on the government’s role in nurturing AI innovation, the push for semiconductor self-reliance, and how India is shaping AI-powered governance. We also explore how Indian startups are competing globally and how AI could revolutionize FinTech, agriculture, and healthcare.

India just developed a 2nm chip — before China. Jensen Huang, Sam Altman, Bill Gates — all coming to India. Sarvam AI unveiling India’s sovereign LLM this month. Brain drain reversing. Talent returning. Factories exporting chips. But is India really ready to compete with the global AI giants? We asked a politician who actually understands technology.

🎤 Guest: Parikshit Dhume President, Intellectual Cell (BJP) | Konkan Region, Maharashtra

🔥 What You’ll Learn:
→ Where is India’s own LLM? (Sarvam AI, BharatGPT, Fractal)
→ The 2nm chip breakthrough China still hasn’t achieved
→ Why Jensen Huang, Sam Altman & Bill Gates are all coming to India
→ Semiconductor Mission 2.0 — why self-reliance matters
→ How COVID changed India’s technology strategy forever
→ PM Modi’s Global South vision and its tech implications
→ Brain drain reversing — Zoho, Sarvam AI founders coming back
→ India’s data localization — what foreign companies must follow
→ Defense tech: Fighter jets, drones, space rockets being built
→ India Deep Tech Fund — $10 billion for startups

India is going shoulder-to-shoulder with US, China, Europe and Japan in every aspect of AI. From Mangalyaan to indigenous COVID vaccines, from UPI leading global FinTech to sovereign LLMs launching this year — India isn’t watching from the sidelines. India is in the arena.

85% of global chips come from Taiwan (TSMC). Only ONE company makes chip machines — ASML. COVID taught India: Dependency = Vulnerability. India’s response: Fab factories in UP, Assam, Gujarat already manufacturing and exporting. 2nm chip developed ahead of China. Own GPUs targeted by 2027-28.

Tech giants aren’t coming for presentations. They’re convinced about the power of Indian people, talent, and a 1.4 billion market. Partnering with India is in THEIR best interest. Brain drain is reversing. Sridhar Vembu (Zoho), Sarvam AI founders, BharatGPT team — all building from India now. New graduates staying. Established professionals returning.

5 Bold AI Predictions:

1⃣ India’s own LLM → THIS YEAR ✅
2⃣ AI translation for every Indian language → NOW ✅
3⃣ AI chips competing with NVIDIA → 5-10 YEARS ⏳
4⃣ AI-powered governance → ALREADY HAPPENING ✅
5⃣ Indian AI startups at massive valuations → 10-15 YEARS ⏳

3 out of 5 already happening. India is delivering.

Message for NRIs: India represents a perfect platform for every possible opportunity. R&D, innovation, startups — the opportunities exist now. Without India’s opinion, key world decisions are not taken. G20 proved it. AI Summit will prove it again.

The Indian Impact For more such content Subscribe @TII_theindianimpact

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LinkedIn:   / theindianimpactcommunity  

Check out full episode – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ikzu-jxt0k

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]]> https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/indias-ai-revolution-breaking-barriers-with-homegrown-tech-parikshit-dhume/feed/ 0 3350 NRI Money Secrets: Blueprint for Investing in India’s Booming Economy https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/nri-money-secrets-blueprint-for-investing-in-indias-booming-economy/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nri-money-secrets-blueprint-for-investing-in-indias-booming-economy https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/nri-money-secrets-blueprint-for-investing-in-indias-booming-economy/#respond Thu, 29 Jan 2026 07:45:11 +0000 http://sh010.global.temp.domains/~senseite/theindianimpact/indianimpact/?p=3223 Managing your own money is tough, especially when you move away from home. For NRIs, this becomes even more complex! So to help NRIs Dr. Chandrakantha Bhatta sir has started  @NRIMoneyClinic  He started his own YouTube channel in lockdown to guide many NRIs to manage their earnings with the help of his son. Over time, the channel has grown significantly, offering valuable insights and practical advice to viewers worldwide. Through his videos, Dr. Bhatta has shared his vast experience and has even invited esteemed experts to contribute their knowledge, making his platform a trusted resource for NRIs. In this insightful interview, Dr. Bhatta shares the wisdom he has gained over the years. He discusses India’s promising economic growth over the next decade, the global impact of these trends, and the unique investment opportunities available in India. He emphasizes the growing potential of the Indian market and provides practical advice on how NRIs can capitalize on these opportunities. Dr. Bhatta shares fascinating examples from the past to illustrate smart investment strategies. In today’s volatile market, he underscores the importance of seeking expert advice before making investment decisions. Topics such as taxation policies, government trends, and other key market influencers are critical factors to consider for both NRIs and domestic investors. He also highlights the wisdom of “investing in earlier stages,” urging investors to act strategically. For a deeper understanding of these ideas, watch the full interview. Key moments: 00:00 – 00:50 – Introduction00:50 – 02:47 – Journey in the Financial World02:47 – 08:28 – Balancing YouTube and Financial Advisory Roles08:28 – 09:52 – India’s Growth & Rising Opportunities09:52 – 12:55 – NRIs returning to India12:55 – 19:30 – Managing Changing Taxation Policies19:30 – 24:55 – Advancing for investment, Smarter Move!24:55 – 28:55 – These mistakes might happen, reach out to experts!28:55 – Golden Takeaways  Subscribe to The Indian Impact for more inspiring stories from NRIs around the world!  https://www.youtube.com/@TII_theindianimpact Subscribe to NRI Money Clinic:  @NRIMoneyClinic  https://youtu.be/MRbZYl_yjgg?si=-RrSKxqlbAEDsiYQ

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Managing your own money is tough, especially when you move away from home.

For NRIs, this becomes even more complex! So to help NRIs Dr. Chandrakantha Bhatta sir has started  @NRIMoneyClinic  He started his own YouTube channel in lockdown to guide many NRIs to manage their earnings with the help of his son.

Over time, the channel has grown significantly, offering valuable insights and practical advice to viewers worldwide. Through his videos, Dr. Bhatta has shared his vast experience and has even invited esteemed experts to contribute their knowledge, making his platform a trusted resource for NRIs.

In this insightful interview, Dr. Bhatta shares the wisdom he has gained over the years. He discusses India’s promising economic growth over the next decade, the global impact of these trends, and the unique investment opportunities available in India. He emphasizes the growing potential of the Indian market and provides practical advice on how NRIs can capitalize on these opportunities.

Dr. Bhatta shares fascinating examples from the past to illustrate smart investment strategies. In today’s volatile market, he underscores the importance of seeking expert advice before making investment decisions. Topics such as taxation policies, government trends, and other key market influencers are critical factors to consider for both NRIs and domestic investors.

He also highlights the wisdom of “investing in earlier stages,” urging investors to act strategically. For a deeper understanding of these ideas, watch the full interview.

Key moments:

00:00 – 00:50 – Introduction
00:50 – 02:47 – Journey in the Financial World
02:47 – 08:28 – Balancing YouTube and Financial Advisory Roles
08:28 – 09:52 – India’s Growth & Rising Opportunities
09:52 – 12:55 – NRIs returning to India
12:55 – 19:30 – Managing Changing Taxation Policies
19:30 – 24:55 – Advancing for investment, Smarter Move!
24:55 – 28:55 – These mistakes might happen, reach out to experts!
28:55 – Golden Takeaways

 Subscribe to The Indian Impact for more inspiring stories from NRIs around the world! 

https://www.youtube.com/@TII_theindianimpact

Subscribe to NRI Money Clinic:  @NRIMoneyClinic 

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]]> https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/nri-money-secrets-blueprint-for-investing-in-indias-booming-economy/feed/ 0 3223 Power of Indian Diaspora to Global Markets https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/power-of-indian-diaspora-to-global-markets/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=power-of-indian-diaspora-to-global-markets https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/power-of-indian-diaspora-to-global-markets/#respond Thu, 29 Jan 2026 07:36:29 +0000 http://sh010.global.temp.domains/~senseite/theindianimpact/indianimpact/?p=3219 “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 abroad 00:00 – 01:38 Introduction02:00 – 05:58 Qualities that make Indians exceptional leaders06:50 – 10:41 From $8 to the global boardroom10:51 – 13:19 Where does AI lead us?13:19 – 15:17 How does AI affect the Indian population in tech15:36 – 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 community21:45 – 23:05 What does the US President think about the Indian diaspora23:08 – 25:46 Anti-immigrant sentiment across the world26:54 – 29:58 What motivated M R Rangaswamy to start Indiaspora29:57 – 31:37 Philanthropic good that the diaspora brought31:54 – 35:43 Why M R Rangaswamy thinks he’s the luckiest person36:09 – 38:15 India’s gift to the world38:17 – 40:37 Why India needs to create a global market for Indian-origin products41:13 – 43:05 What India can learn from China44:21 – 46:18 Indiaspora’s aspiration46:26 – 47:56 M R Rangaswamy’s message to listeners 🎙️ Guest: MR Rangaswamy — Founder,  @Indiaspora  🎧 Host: Gaurav Lakhwani — The Indian Impact https://youtu.be/io4d-FsyACg?si=WHeCZ2nRXvn3UhX-

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“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 abroad

00:00 – 01:38 Introduction
02:00 – 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 — The Indian Impact

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]]> https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/power-of-indian-diaspora-to-global-markets/feed/ 0 3219 Get funding in 2025 ! Why 99% Startup don’t get funding? | Shark Tank India https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/get-funding-in-2025-why-99-startup-dont-get-funding-shark-tank-india/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=get-funding-in-2025-why-99-startup-dont-get-funding-shark-tank-india https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/get-funding-in-2025-why-99-startup-dont-get-funding-shark-tank-india/#respond Thu, 20 Nov 2025 14:36:42 +0000 http://sh010.global.temp.domains/~senseite/theindianimpact/indianimpact/?p=2868 In this episode, Gaurav sits down with Anmol Goel CEO & Partner at GACS MFO & Gacsym Ventures, and a NY Weekly 40 Under 40 honoree to decode the real mechanics of venture capital beyond the hype. At just 24, Anmol breaks down why “VC isn’t luck it’s proof”, and explains the brutally honest math behind the game, the power law, why you make 100 bets for just 2–3 monster outcomes, and why “good” 2–3× ideas get rejected because they can’t move the needle for a fund. He tears apart the myth of “spray and pray,” showing how real VCs make educated bets when there’s barely any data only founders, velocity, grit, and a faint early moat. From the difference between VC and private equity, to the story of how he became a VC, the impossible schedules investors manage, and the realities of startup investing for NRIs, Anmol offers a rare inside view of a world most only see through Shark Tank clips. He breaks down how founders should think about raising money, why founders from non-IIT/IIM backgrounds do not need to fear bias as much as they think, and why VCs sometimes ghost startups. The episode also dives into AI hype vs actual value, the impact of changing US policies, the truth about the “luck factor” in startup success, and what investors really look for in the earliest days. Packed with clarity, candor, and battle-tested wisdom, this conversation is a masterclass for founders, NRIs looking to invest, angel investors, and anyone curious about the power-law world of venture capital. If you’ve ever wondered how real VCs separate noise from signal, this episode will rewrite how you think about funding, risk, and the future of startups. Subscribe our channel : https://www.youtube.com/@TII_theindianimpact https://youtu.be/piOkc7-0GSQ

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In this episode, Gaurav sits down with Anmol Goel CEO & Partner at GACS MFO & Gacsym Ventures, and a NY Weekly 40 Under 40 honoree to decode the real mechanics of venture capital beyond the hype.

At just 24, Anmol breaks down why “VC isn’t luck it’s proof”, and explains the brutally honest math behind the game, the power law, why you make 100 bets for just 2–3 monster outcomes, and why “good” 2–3× ideas get rejected because they can’t move the needle for a fund.

He tears apart the myth of “spray and pray,” showing how real VCs make educated bets when there’s barely any data only founders, velocity, grit, and a faint early moat. From the difference between VC and private equity, to the story of how he became a VC, the impossible schedules investors manage, and the realities of startup investing for NRIs, Anmol offers a rare inside view of a world most only see through Shark Tank clips.

He breaks down how founders should think about raising money, why founders from non-IIT/IIM backgrounds do not need to fear bias as much as they think, and why VCs sometimes ghost startups.

The episode also dives into AI hype vs actual value, the impact of changing US policies, the truth about the “luck factor” in startup success, and what investors really look for in the earliest days. Packed with clarity, candor, and battle-tested wisdom, this conversation is a masterclass for founders, NRIs looking to invest, angel investors, and anyone curious about the power-law world of venture capital.

If you’ve ever wondered how real VCs separate noise from signal, this episode will rewrite how you think about funding, risk, and the future of startups.

Subscribe our channel : https://www.youtube.com/@TII_theindianimpact

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]]> https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/get-funding-in-2025-why-99-startup-dont-get-funding-shark-tank-india/feed/ 0 2868 India wins Silver in Asia Cup’25 | Dutch Hockey Coach Who Made India Proud: REAL Chak De India Story https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/india-wins-silver-in-asia-cup25-dutch-hockey-coach-who-made-india-proud-real-chak-de-india-story/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=india-wins-silver-in-asia-cup25-dutch-hockey-coach-who-made-india-proud-real-chak-de-india-story https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/india-wins-silver-in-asia-cup25-dutch-hockey-coach-who-made-india-proud-real-chak-de-india-story/#respond Thu, 20 Nov 2025 14:29:08 +0000 http://sh010.global.temp.domains/~senseite/theindianimpact/indianimpact/?p=2862 In this special episode of, Gaurav sits down with Sjoerd Marijne, the Dutch coach behind one of the most inspirational chapters in Indian sports the real Chak De! India story. What began as a daunting assignment coaching an Indian women’s hockey team that hadn’t won a single match at the Rio Olympics turned into a transformation that captured the world’s attention. Sjoerd reveals how he built a high-performance mindset, reshaped confidence, elevated fitness levels, and ignited a belief system that carried the team to a historic 4th place finish at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, the first time India’s women ever reached the Olympic semi-finals. He opens up about his journey from the Netherlands to India, the cultural clashes, early struggles, and the deep emotional connection he formed with the players and the country. From leadership lessons, handling pressure, and navigating skepticism, to moments of raw emotion like comparing his feelings for the Indian flag vs the Dutch flag, Sjoerd shares insights that resonate far beyond the field powerful lessons for entrepreneurs, CEOs, managers, and anyone building teams. He talks about the heroes behind the scenes the support staff, the players who shocked him with their transformation, the government support, and his lifelong bonds with Hockey India, Odisha Naval Tata Hockey HPC, and the academies he continues to inspire. With stories from the Tokyo dugout, the iconic “Holi Hai!” moment, to his book “Will Power”, this episode is a masterclass in mindset, resilience, cultural intelligence, leadership, and grit, wrapped in the unforgettable rise of a team rewriting India’s hockey legacy—even today at the Women’s Asia Cup 2025. If you love sports, leadership, women breaking barriers, or real-life Chak De India moments, this conversation will stay with you long after it ends. Subscibe to our channel : https://www.youtube.com/@TII_theindianimpact https://youtu.be/W8vJWPy7AQE

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In this special episode of, Gaurav sits down with Sjoerd Marijne, the Dutch coach behind one of the most inspirational chapters in Indian sports the real Chak De! India story.

What began as a daunting assignment coaching an Indian women’s hockey team that hadn’t won a single match at the Rio Olympics turned into a transformation that captured the world’s attention.

Sjoerd reveals how he built a high-performance mindset, reshaped confidence, elevated fitness levels, and ignited a belief system that carried the team to a historic 4th place finish at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, the first time India’s women ever reached the Olympic semi-finals.

He opens up about his journey from the Netherlands to India, the cultural clashes, early struggles, and the deep emotional connection he formed with the players and the country. From leadership lessons, handling pressure, and navigating skepticism, to moments of raw emotion like comparing his feelings for the Indian flag vs the Dutch flag, Sjoerd shares insights that resonate far beyond the field powerful lessons for entrepreneurs, CEOs, managers, and anyone building teams.

He talks about the heroes behind the scenes the support staff, the players who shocked him with their transformation, the government support, and his lifelong bonds with Hockey India, Odisha Naval Tata Hockey HPC, and the academies he continues to inspire. With stories from the Tokyo dugout, the iconic “Holi Hai!” moment, to his book “Will Power”, this episode is a masterclass in mindset, resilience, cultural intelligence, leadership, and grit, wrapped in the unforgettable rise of a team rewriting India’s hockey legacy—even today at the Women’s Asia Cup 2025.

If you love sports, leadership, women breaking barriers, or real-life Chak De India moments, this conversation will stay with you long after it ends.

Subscibe to our channel : https://www.youtube.com/@TII_theindianimpact

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In this essential episode, Gaurav sits down with Ankur Choudhary, second-time entrepreneur and founder of Belong, the financial super-app built exclusively for NRIs, to break down everything you absolutely must know about NRI taxation.

From understanding the critical differences between NRI, RNOR, and Resident tax status, to how Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAA) can save you from being taxed twice, Ankur simplifies some of the most confusing concepts NRIs face worldwide.

He dives deep into FEMA vs Income Tax Act, recent capital gains rule changes, NRI banking norms, and the most common myths and mistakes Indians abroad make while filing returns.

Packed with real case studies of tax filings gone wrong, practical solutions for property dealings, smart tricks to optimize your ITR, and insider insights on Gift City opportunities, this episode is a must-listen for NRIs across the US, UAE, UK, Europe, Singapore, and beyond. Whether you’re navigating overseas income, investments, rental earnings, or gold bonds, this conversation gives you the tools to avoid penalties, stay compliant, and make smarter financial decisions.

Featuring rapid-fire NRI tax hacks, myth-busters, and clear explanations even beginners can follow, this episode is a one-stop guide for anyone trying to decode their Indian taxes with confidence.

Tune in and save yourself the stress your future self (and your CA) will thank you.

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]]> https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/i-saved-%e2%82%b97-lakh-in-taxes-nris-are-making-these-tax-mistakes-could-cost-you-%e2%82%b95-lakhs/feed/ 0 2857 Should NRIs Return to India? Nupur Dave (Ex-Google) Story of Burnout, Growth & Belonging https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/should-nris-return-to-india-nupur-dave-ex-google-story-of-burnout-growth-belonging/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=should-nris-return-to-india-nupur-dave-ex-google-story-of-burnout-growth-belonging https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/should-nris-return-to-india-nupur-dave-ex-google-story-of-burnout-growth-belonging/#respond Thu, 20 Nov 2025 14:21:22 +0000 http://sh010.global.temp.domains/~senseite/theindianimpact/indianimpact/?p=2851 In this episode, Gaurav Lakhwani sits down with Nupur Dave, author, speaker, NRI transition coach, and former Google leader to unpack what really happens when you leave a thriving Silicon Valley life and decide to return to India after more than a decade abroad. Nupur opens up about her 13 transformative years in the US, the silent burnout that built up behind the success, and the deeply personal moment that pushed her to move back home. Together, they dive into the emotional and cultural dilemmas NRIs silently carry the loneliness that hides behind picture-perfect social media, the pressure to “live the American dream,” and the myth that life abroad is always easier. Nupur shares honest truths about coming back to India the reverse culture shock, rebuilding community, dealing with expectations, and rediscovering a sense of belonging. She also offers grounded, practical advice for NRIs planning a return how to prepare mentally, professionally, and financially, how singles in the US navigate unique challenges, and why India’s booming opportunities and fast-growing conveniences are driving a new wave of reverse migration. This is a heartfelt, eye-opening conversation for anyone living between two worlds—NRIs abroad, families back home, or anyone curious about identity, homecoming, and success beyond geography. Tune in for clarity, courage, and a fresh perspective on what “going back home” truly means today. https://www.youtube.com/@TII_theindianimpact https://youtu.be/b__1e9AJcFc

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In this episode, Gaurav Lakhwani sits down with Nupur Dave, author, speaker, NRI transition coach, and former Google leader to unpack what really happens when you leave a thriving Silicon Valley life and decide to return to India after more than a decade abroad.

Nupur opens up about her 13 transformative years in the US, the silent burnout that built up behind the success, and the deeply personal moment that pushed her to move back home.

Together, they dive into the emotional and cultural dilemmas NRIs silently carry the loneliness that hides behind picture-perfect social media, the pressure to “live the American dream,” and the myth that life abroad is always easier.

Nupur shares honest truths about coming back to India the reverse culture shock, rebuilding community, dealing with expectations, and rediscovering a sense of belonging. She also offers grounded, practical advice for NRIs planning a return how to prepare mentally, professionally, and financially, how singles in the US navigate unique challenges, and why India’s booming opportunities and fast-growing conveniences are driving a new wave of reverse migration.

This is a heartfelt, eye-opening conversation for anyone living between two worlds—NRIs abroad, families back home, or anyone curious about identity, homecoming, and success beyond geography.

Tune in for clarity, courage, and a fresh perspective on what “going back home” truly means today.

https://www.youtube.com/@TII_theindianimpact

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]]> https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/should-nris-return-to-india-nupur-dave-ex-google-story-of-burnout-growth-belonging/feed/ 0 2851 NRIs & Indian Law: Divorce Abroad, Property Disputes, $500K Mistake! https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/nris-indian-law-divorce-abroad-property-disputes-500k-mistake-know-more-from-amish-legal/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nris-indian-law-divorce-abroad-property-disputes-500k-mistake-know-more-from-amish-legal https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/nris-indian-law-divorce-abroad-property-disputes-500k-mistake-know-more-from-amish-legal/#respond Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:48:07 +0000 http://sh010.global.temp.domains/~senseite/theindianimpact/indianimpact/?p=2847 In this episode, Gaurav sits down with renowned lawyer and legal reform Amish Aggarwala @AmishLegal for a deep-dive into the complex and often misunderstood world of NRI legal challenges, exposing everything people abroad need to know but are almost never told. Amish opens up with real case stories that reveal the fault lines in both Indian and foreign legal systems, starting with the dramatic contrast between U.S. gun laws and the Indian Arms Act, showing how two democracies can approach public safety in completely opposite ways. He then breaks down the hidden dangers of filing for divorce overseas, the emotional and financial shocks NRIs face, and the devastating $500,000 mistake that has trapped families for years. As the discussion intensifies, he explains how forum shopping manipulates jurisdiction, why property disputes become endless, and how rising cases of NRI bridesmaid scams, broken engagements, and live-in relationships gone wrong reveal deep social and legal blind spots. Amish goes further into the heart of the legal maze, exposing myths that almost every Indian believes, explaining the procedures that genuinely protect your rights, and making a strong case for why Indian laws urgently need modernization to keep up with global realities. With gripping anecdotes from courts, cross-border cases, and messy human stories, plus a sharp and entertaining Myth or Fact segment, this episode serves as a survival guide for NRIs dealing with relationships, property, harassment, fraud, or international legal confusion. Packed with clarity, caution, and actionable wisdom, this is the episode every NRI, every parent of an NRI, and anyone with cross-border ties needs to hear. If you’re abroad and dealing with legal confusion, misunderstandings, or high-risk situations — Better Call Amish.  Subscribe to our channel : https://www.youtube.com/@TII_theindianimpact https://youtu.be/KvKiEgx8c_k

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In this episode, Gaurav sits down with renowned lawyer and legal reform Amish Aggarwala @AmishLegal for a deep-dive into the complex and often misunderstood world of NRI legal challenges, exposing everything people abroad need to know but are almost never told.

Amish opens up with real case stories that reveal the fault lines in both Indian and foreign legal systems, starting with the dramatic contrast between U.S. gun laws and the Indian Arms Act, showing how two democracies can approach public safety in completely opposite ways.

He then breaks down the hidden dangers of filing for divorce overseas, the emotional and financial shocks NRIs face, and the devastating $500,000 mistake that has trapped families for years.

As the discussion intensifies, he explains how forum shopping manipulates jurisdiction, why property disputes become endless, and how rising cases of NRI bridesmaid scams, broken engagements, and live-in relationships gone wrong reveal deep social and legal blind spots.

Amish goes further into the heart of the legal maze, exposing myths that almost every Indian believes, explaining the procedures that genuinely protect your rights, and making a strong case for why Indian laws urgently need modernization to keep up with global realities.

With gripping anecdotes from courts, cross-border cases, and messy human stories, plus a sharp and entertaining Myth or Fact segment, this episode serves as a survival guide for NRIs dealing with relationships, property, harassment, fraud, or international legal confusion. Packed with clarity, caution, and actionable wisdom, this is the episode every NRI, every parent of an NRI, and anyone with cross-border ties needs to hear.

If you’re abroad and dealing with legal confusion, misunderstandings, or high-risk situations — Better Call Amish.
 

Subscribe to our channel : https://www.youtube.com/@TII_theindianimpact

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]]> https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/nris-indian-law-divorce-abroad-property-disputes-500k-mistake-know-more-from-amish-legal/feed/ 0 2847 India–Brazil Ties, BRICS 2025 & Indian Diaspora | Insights from Sr. Journalist Shoban from Sao Paulo https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/india-brazil-ties-brics-2025-indian-diaspora-insights-from-sr-journalist-shoban-from-sao-paulo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=india-brazil-ties-brics-2025-indian-diaspora-insights-from-sr-journalist-shoban-from-sao-paulo https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/india-brazil-ties-brics-2025-indian-diaspora-insights-from-sr-journalist-shoban-from-sao-paulo/#respond Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:40:00 +0000 http://sh010.global.temp.domains/~senseite/theindianimpact/indianimpact/?p=2843 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 episode, Gaurav is joined by veteran journalist Shoban Saxena for a sweeping conversation that brings together geopolitics, culture, and lived experience. We begin with Brazil’s rising importance for India, exploring how its strength in agriculture, energy, technology, trade, and multilateral diplomacy makes it a natural partner for India in the Global South. From there, the discussion moves to BRICS 2025, where Shoban explains why this year’s summit is positioned to reshape global governance, currency debates, and South–South cooperation. The conversation then shifts to Indian–Brazilian cultural and economic ties, highlighting growing collaboration in IT, pharma, ethanol, AI, and infrastructure, along with the warmth and vibrancy of the Indian diaspora that keeps both cultures connected. Shoban also shares powerful stories from his career, recounting reporting assignments across Pakistan, Iran, and Afghanistan, his experiences around 9/11, and the geopolitical ripples created by evolving US policies in South America. We close by reflecting on what makes South America uniquely peaceful, how global narratives are shaped, and why the idea of a united “Global Indian” identity matters now more than ever. For more such videos – Subscribe to our channel : https://www.youtube.com/@TII_theindianimpact https://youtu.be/F7Zx-_zMIZI

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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 episode, Gaurav is joined by veteran journalist Shoban Saxena for a sweeping conversation that brings together geopolitics, culture, and lived experience.

We begin with Brazil’s rising importance for India, exploring how its strength in agriculture, energy, technology, trade, and multilateral diplomacy makes it a natural partner for India in the Global South. From there, the discussion moves to BRICS 2025, where Shoban explains why this year’s summit is positioned to reshape global governance, currency debates, and South–South cooperation.

The conversation then shifts to Indian–Brazilian cultural and economic ties, highlighting growing collaboration in IT, pharma, ethanol, AI, and infrastructure, along with the warmth and vibrancy of the Indian diaspora that keeps both cultures connected.

Shoban also shares powerful stories from his career, recounting reporting assignments across Pakistan, Iran, and Afghanistan, his experiences around 9/11, and the geopolitical ripples created by evolving US policies in South America.

We close by reflecting on what makes South America uniquely peaceful, how global narratives are shaped, and why the idea of a united “Global Indian” identity matters now more than ever.

For more such videos – Subscribe to our channel : https://www.youtube.com/@TII_theindianimpact

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]]> https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/india-brazil-ties-brics-2025-indian-diaspora-insights-from-sr-journalist-shoban-from-sao-paulo/feed/ 0 2843 Bridging Cultures, Changing Lives | How Indian Culture is Transforming Lives in the Netherlands? https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/bridging-cultures-changing-lives-how-indian-culture-is-transforming-lives-in-the-netherlands/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bridging-cultures-changing-lives-how-indian-culture-is-transforming-lives-in-the-netherlands https://theindianimpact.com/indianimpact/podcasts/bridging-cultures-changing-lives-how-indian-culture-is-transforming-lives-in-the-netherlands/#respond Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:32:53 +0000 http://sh010.global.temp.domains/~senseite/theindianimpact/indianimpact/?p=2839 When you move to a new country a lot of challenges come across as you try to settle down. Finding a place, documents registration, finding day-to-day groceries, foods, meeting neighbors, local customs etc. It is a tough task! In The Netherlands Bridging the Gap helps you to come across several issues. In this episode, we are joined by founder of @bridgingthegapfoundation819 Ritika Mehra who has shared all these amazing life moments! Bridging The Gap! As the name suggests, the foundation led by Ritika Mehra connects Indian and Dutch communities together. Ritika organizes several events along with Holi and Diwali festivals that help new NRIs who are moved to the Netherlands to meet other NRIs. Ritika has an exciting journey inspired by her parents’ deeds. She filled into her parents shoes. Her father has received knighthood in the past and Ritika, herself got knighthood at a young age recently. Along with this she also has achieved fate to felicitate the Indian President who then was visiting the Netherlands for an official visit. With continuously growing Indian Diaspora into the Netherlands Ritika and Bridging The Gap foundation helped a lot of NRIs over the years. For more such content subscribe : https://www.youtube.com/@TII_theindianimpact https://youtu.be/zRkTLMxNPVg

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When you move to a new country a lot of challenges come across as you try to settle down.

Finding a place, documents registration, finding day-to-day groceries, foods, meeting neighbors, local customs etc. It is a tough task!

In The Netherlands Bridging the Gap helps you to come across several issues.

In this episode, we are joined by founder of @bridgingthegapfoundation819 Ritika Mehra who has shared all these amazing life moments!

Bridging The Gap! As the name suggests, the foundation led by Ritika Mehra connects Indian and Dutch communities together. Ritika organizes several events along with Holi and Diwali festivals that help new NRIs who are moved to the Netherlands to meet other NRIs.

Ritika has an exciting journey inspired by her parents’ deeds. She filled into her parents shoes. Her father has received knighthood in the past and Ritika, herself got knighthood at a young age recently. Along with this she also has achieved fate to felicitate the Indian President who then was visiting the Netherlands for an official visit.

With continuously growing Indian Diaspora into the Netherlands Ritika and Bridging The Gap foundation helped a lot of NRIs over the years.

For more such content subscribe : https://www.youtube.com/@TII_theindianimpact

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