Launched in 2014, StoryBites is a weekly feature from YourStory, featuring notable quotable quotes in our articles of this past week (see the previous post here). Share these 45 gems and insights from the week of July 27–August 2 with your colleagues and networks, and check back to the original articles for more insights. See also our special compilation of quotes related to India’s coronavirus responses here.
India's biotechnology economy can approach $100 billion in 2025 if the right policies are put in place, giving the industry the required stimulation. - Amitabh Kant, Niti Aayog
Given the right implementation, India can aspire to be self-reliant in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) or key starting materials (KSMs) in 8-10 years time. - Ashok Kumar Madan, IDMA
One of the primary reasons for low health insurance penetration in India is opaque policies that come with infinite terms and conditions attached. - Rakesh Jain, RGI
The coworking industry has seen strong growth over the last three years with more than 350 coworking companies all over India. - Mihir Shah, YesssWorks
There are a lot of regulation norms in India which China doesn’t have. In China, you can start a factory in a week’s time. - Deep Lalvani, Ador Multiproducts
The 21st century is the era of knowledge. This is the time for increased focus on learning, research, and innovation. - PM Narendra Modi
Time and again, there has been a pressing need to ensure that the purpose of education is stretched beyond the idea of a degree – one that provides enrichment and teaches real-world values. - Tara Singh Vachani, Antara Senior Living
Studies have also shown that employees who know English earn a higher salary than those who don't. - Radha Goenka, Pehlay Akshar Foundation
Saving smart and investing right is the need of the hour. - Archana Elapavuluri, Pickright Technologies
Investing consists of about 10 percent of the process and 90 percent of psychology. One must invest and wait and remain invested even during bad times. - Pratik Oswal, Motilal Oswal AMC
Markets are the most entertaining and thrill-providing opportunity ever. But, when emotions take over, the results could be fatal. - Vishal B Malkan, Malkans Training Institute
Exit strategies, whether you sell or get listed, are becoming important. There is ample pressure on VCs to show that an IPO is possible. - Karthik Reddy, Blume Ventures
Anyone’s personal wealth is the product of a collective effort, and of social structures which present opportunities to some people, and obstacles to countless others. - MacKenzie Scott
It’s very important to highlight the women who are excelling in sports and make these young girls realise that sport is no more only about men. - Chandrakala Rao
Just as we say that a bird with one wing cannot fly, women that make up more than half the population of India must also be part of the growth story. - Jahnabi Phookan, FICCI FLO
Children with disabilities are often seen through a negative lens and subjected to discrimination. - Aditya KV, Umoya Sports
To make a personalised wheelchair, one needs users’ measurement (body dimensions) and information on health and lifestyle. - Swostik Dash, NeoMotion
Tuberculosis has been around for a very long time, and it is a disease that affects the poor the most. Though it is completely curable, it has led to the loss of several lives. - Sandeep Ahuja, Operation ASHA
At the heart of it, all sports are about overcoming difficulties, never giving up, and improvising. - Vijender Singh, Olympics boxer
We all know superfoods are very beneficial when we consume them; imagine how good they can be when you apply them topically on your skin! - Dolly Kumar, Skinella
Any diet that is very challenging to follow is not going to stand the test of time. - Deepa Kannan, PFNR
Should the global population push the figure of 9.6 billion by 2050, we will need three Earths to sustain the current lifestyles for everyone. - Randeep Hooda, UN Environment’s Ambassador
Our ancestors have been protecting the forest and nature over the ages through their traditional knowledge and practices. Now it is on us to be the front-runners in combating the climate crisis. - Archana Soreng, Youth Advisory Group on Climate Change
Aquatic species are often the least discussed but undertake amazing migrations. Biodiversity under water needs to be conserved. - Randeep Hooda
Everything seems fine once the solar plant is commissioned, but nobody looks at how well it functions after two years or whether it is generating optimum energy. - Urvish Dave, URON Energy
The future of storage is community warehouse. - Kalyani Shinde, Godaam Innovations
Instead of buying expensive inbred dogs (that are) not really suited for our local environment, you can adopt a puppy from the street. - Randeep Hooda
Although a lot needs to be done, the responsibility of a change also sits on the shoulders of artisans across India. - Lokendra Singh Ranawat, Woodenstreet.com
Every picture bears your name, so do not underestimate the power of your creation. Photography is a personal journey; a journey of self-discovery. - Shaaz Jung
What better way to spread the message than in the form of antics and jokes? - Sundeep Rao
Humour helps us keep our mind fresh and induces healthy thought processes. - Nanjunda Swamy
In this game, everyone needs a break to refuel, recharge, and jump back in full throttle.” ― Helen Edwards
Personalisation and customisation are going to be the buzzwords in the coming times. - Shaan Shah, Freakins
Engagement channels can greatly benefit if they invest in understanding the metrics of experience, and in-turn create a ROE (return on experience) model for their business. - Abhinav Jain, ALMOND
Entrepreneurship is a long and often lonely journey. - Hemant Gupta, Zone Startups India
When your organisation grows, the problem statement keeps changing continuously. - Vijay Arisetty, myGate
We don’t want to be first movers, but we need to be last winners. - Karthik Venkateswaran, Jumbotail
Working fast and testing ideas early in the development process is critical. - Surojit Roy, Firescore Interactive
ESOPs should be given on the basis of the performance of an individual, and not considered a guaranteed perk or an add-on to the salary. - Rohit Thakur, Paytm
In the Indian ecosystem, ESOPs have been one of the most abused and misunderstood instruments. - Ashneer Grover, BharatPe
It's humbling to work with folks who are passionate about leveraging the power of their business for projects beyond the bottom line. - Neel Ghose, Robin Hood Army
Employer branding is an evolving journey based on newer and deeper insights that unravel with time, so organisations must make this a strategic business agenda. - Paul Dupuis, Randstad India
The key to creating a work culture that is conducive to growth is having a clear sense of purpose, transparency, and earnest engagement. - Dola Mukherjee, Exide Life Insurance
A business built around a purpose may not see the same kind of drop that other enterprises might. The community and customers support a business with a purpose. - William Bissell, FabIndia
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Author :- Madanmohan Rao ( )
August 04, 2020 at 06:25AM
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