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Why India Is Winning The Global GCC Race | AI, Skills & Hiring Trends ? 29.05.2026 26min

India is no longer just the back office of the world; it is rapidly becoming the global hub for capability, innovation, and AI-led transformation.In this episode of Why Not Mint Money, host Avanne Dubash speaks with Roop Kaistha, Managing Director – APAC at AMS, about the future of GCCs in India, the rise of AI-driven hiring, leadership shortages, internal mobility, workforce transformation, and the evolving role of talent strategy. From Agentic AI and GenAI adoption to notice-period challenges, tier-2 city expansion, and the shift from pyramid-shaped to diamond-shaped organisations, this conversation explores how GCCs are redefining the future of work. They discuss: AI hiring, GCC talent crisis, GenAI adoption, leadership gaps, workforce transformation, tier-2 hiring trends, future of work, and India’s $100B GCC opportunity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Women & Entrepreneurship in India: Beyond Just Access 28.04.2026 21min

In this episode, the focus shifts to how women’s entrepreneurship is becoming central to India’s growth story.The discussion highlights how NBFCs are reaching underserved women in semi-urban and rural markets.It also unpacks the persistent credit gap and why access alone isn’t enough. As Shaji Varghese, CEO, Muthoot FinCorp Ltd. points out, the real shift happens when women start actively managing finances, not just receiving loans. He emphasises that financial awareness and disciplined habits are key to long-term empowerment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

India’s Insurance Gap: Generali Central Life’s Vision for Protection 07.01.2026 27min

India’s insurance penetration remains stubbornly low despite rising awareness. With life insurance accounting for just 2.8% of GDP, millions of households remain financially vulnerable. In this episode of Why Not Mint Money, host Avanne Dubash speaks with Alok Rungta, MD & CEO of Generali Central Life Insurance, on why India continues to buy insurance late, buy inadequate cover, and rarely reassess protection as life changes. The conversation explores how insurers can shift the narrative from policy-selling to real financial protection, and what needs to change for India to close its insurance gap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Understanding the EB-5 Visa Risks and Investment Route 27.09.2025 29min

Every investor chases returns, but what if the biggest payoff isn’t financial at all? The EB-5 visa lets you invest in the US economy and, in return, secure the right to live, work, and study in the US. In this episode of Why Not Mint Money, Vivek Tandon, CEO of EB5 BRICS LLC, cuts through the jargon to explain what the EB-5 program really offers, why the investment amount has jumped to $800,000, and answers questions on risks, rewards, and the fine print you should know before investing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How Mutual Funds Help You Keep More of Your Returns 08.07.2025 17min

In this episode of Why Not Mint Money, host Neil Borate is joined by Mr. Ganesh Mohan, Managing Director of Bajaj Finserv Asset Management, to unpack a smarter way to manage your idle cash.While savings accounts and FDs offer safety, they often fall short on returns and tax efficiency. Ganesh breaks down how liquid and overnight mutual funds present a powerful alternative—offering instant access, better yields (up to ~7%), and tax benefits that traditional options can’t match.Tune in as we explore - Why idle money in savings accounts could be costing you, how liquid and overnight funds balance returns, safety, and liquidity, the tax advantages mutual funds offer over fixed deposits and a lot more. If you're looking to optimize your short-term money while keeping it accessible, this episode is for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rise of Indian Private Credit 25.06.2025 27min

Host Neil Borate explores the rise of private credit in India with JSA Partners Tirthankar Datta and Divyanshu Pandey. Discover how this alternative financing model is filling gaps left by traditional lenders, the key drivers behind its growth, investor trends, risk management, and what the future holds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What freelancers need to know when filing their tax returns? 10.06.2025 14min

In this episode of Why Not Mint Money, host Jash in conversation with Mumbai-based chartered accountant Arun Kansar to demystify the process of income tax filing for freelancers. From understanding eligible deductions to navigating common pitfalls, this conversation is packed with practical advice to help freelancers stay compliant and make the most of their tax returns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How Airtel Payments Bank is Bridging India’s Financial Gap 30.05.2025 26min

In a country as vast and diverse as India, banking isn't just about branches — it's about access. In this episode of Why Not Mint Money, we’re joined by Ganesh Ananthanarayanan, COO of ‪@AirtelPaymentsBankIN‬ to explore how technology is not only transforming the way we pay but also expanding who gets to participate in the financial system. With India’s digital transactions set to triple by FY2029, we discuss how Airtel Payments Bank is using its 500,000+ banking points, business correspondent networks, and doorstep banking to bridge financial gaps — especially in rural areas. Ganesh also shares real-life stories from the ground, the role of digital finance in empowering women, and what the future holds for inclusive banking in India. Listen to know more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why do you need to be aware of behavioral biases? 19.05.2025 17min

How our tendency to react to stock market movements in a certain way has a bearing on our investment decisions and investment outcomes. In today's episode, we are in conversation with Karthick CS, co-founder of Knowise, to talk more about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why parents need to be financially ready for child's education? 21.04.2025 11min

The cost of education is much higher than even before. And if you are a new parent, the costs will only go up from here, with high education inflation. In today's episode, we are in conversation with Sunita Satapathy, director of Glosome Wealthx, on why parents need to be financially prepared for their child's education and how they should go about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Term insurance simplified! Yes, self-employed can get it 09.04.2025 31min

Bandhan Life is among a very few life insurance companies which sell a higher number of term insurance plans than ULIPs or traditional policies. They sell term plans to self-employed too. In an interview with Mint, Satishwar B, Managing Director and CEO, Bandhan Life, sheds light on difference between term and other life insurance products and how to expand its coverage for better protection of Indian families. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is there more glitter to gold’s rally? 02.04.2025 13min

Gold prices have seen a strong rally over the past two years, delivering 20% annualized returns. In today's episode of Why Not Mint Money, we quiz Vikram Dhawan, head of commodities and fund Manager at Nippon India Mutual Fund, on how he thinks investors should allocate to gold right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How you can buy more shares than your capital 19.03.2025 18min

Margin trading facility (MTF) allows you to borrow funds from your broker to buy more shares than what your capital would allow. In today's episode of Why Not Mint Money, we are in conversation with Ashish Nanda, president and digital business head at Kotak Securities, to tell us more about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can Rs 250 SIP mutual fund share in Indian households' savings? 10.03.2025 14min

Mutual funds just make for little over 8% of Indian households' savings. Can Sebi's proposed low-ticket SIPs increase the mutual fund penetration. In today's episode of Why Not Mint Money, I am joined by Anthony Heredia, CEO of Mahindra Manulife, to talk more about this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

3 W's of Life Insurance: Why, What, and When 21.02.2025 24min

Life insurance is often overlooked in financial planning, yet it plays a crucial role in securing our future. In this episode of Why Not Mint Money, host Radhika Makker sits down with Mohit Garg, Chief Strategy Officer at PNB MetLife, to break down the importance of life insurance, its different types, and how to choose the right plan for every life stage. From common misconceptions to evolving insurance solutions, this conversation will help you make informed decisions about protecting yourself and your loved ones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Investment styles: What you should know about them? 17.02.2025 15min

Depending on the market cycle, one investment style tends to do better than the other. In today's episode of Why Not Mint Money, we are joined by Krishna Sanghavi, CIO-Equities of Mahindra Manulife Investment Management, to tell us more about influence of economic cycles on performance of investment styles and why long-term investors are better-off keeping things simple. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should you register rental agreement? 03.02.2025 21min

As far as rental agreements go, often tenants and landlords avoid registering it, to save on registration costs and stamp duty. But what are the legal implications of an unregistered rental agreement. In today's episode of Why Not Mint Money, we are joined by Alay Razvi, managing partner, Accord Juris and Shashank Agarwal, advocate, Delhi High, to tell us more about this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Financial Planning Tips for Women 16.01.2025 17min

When it comes to investing and financial planning, what should women keep in mind. In today's episode, we are joined by Alpa Shah, author of book 'Every Woman Should Invest' and chartered wealth manager, to talk tell us more about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Get Residency in a Foreign Country 09.01.2025 16min

A real estate investment can give you long-term residency in another country. But what are the advantages of getting a residency permit in another country and what are its costs. We are joined by Binu Varghese, regional director - India, RIF Trust, to tell us more about this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Where the rich are investing: art, whisky, global residencies 30.12.2024 15min

The Navigating Future of Wealth Report 2024, by the global migration platform Multipolitan, talks about the latest investing and wealth trends among the ultra-high networth (UHNI) families. In today's episode of Why Not Mint Money, we are joined by Nirbhay Handa, CEO of Multipolitan, along with Sandeep Jain, senior managing partner at Multipolitan, to talk in more detail about how UHNIs are pursuing and preserving their wealth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices