HIMCOM-Heritage Institute of Management & Communication

  In the golden era of venture capital expansion, early-stage enterprises operated on a single, intoxicating doctrine: growth at all costs . Inspired by global tech giants like Amazon, Alphabet (Google), Meta (Facebook), and Uber who famously deferred bottom-line profitability for years to capture dominant market positions entrepreneurs were taught that early profits reflected weak ambition. Backed by Seed and Series A capital, founding teams routinely directed up to 70% of their operational expenditure into talent, product buildout, and aggressive customer acquisition . The operational mandate was simple: move at breakneck speed, win market share, and address unit economics later. In India’s vibrant tech hubs from Bengaluru’s Koramangala to the commercial corridors of Gurugram, that playbook fueled a decade of rapid scaling powered by heavy venture funding, subsidised services, and promotional discounts. However, as global monetary conditions tightened and investors demanded fin...

 ​ Delhi Traffic: A Daily Challenge for the City Delhi is one of the busiest cities in India, where thousands of people travel every day for work, education, shopping, and other activities. From crowded markets and busy office areas to schools, colleges, and residential neighbourhoods, the city’s roads remain full of activity throughout the day. Cars, buses, motorcycles, auto-rickshaws, and e-rickshaws move through the streets, carrying people to their destinations. However, with the growing population and the increasing number of vehicles, traffic congestion has become one of the biggest challenges faced by Delhi’s residents. The Daily Struggle of Traffic Jams Traffic jams are a common sight in Delhi, especially during the morning and evening rush hours. As people leave their homes for work and students head to schools and colleges, roads become heavily crowded. Long queues of vehicles can often be seen at traffic signals, flyovers, and busy intersections. Even a short journey can...

•75 Years of the Asian Games Seventy-five years ago, New Delhi hosted the very first Asian Games. This year's edition in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, marks that 75th anniversary, and Indian athletes are celebrating it in style. • India Crosses the 50-Medal Mark Around 500 Indian athletes are competing across 469 medal events in 43 sports, and India has already crossed the 50-medal mark. But the numbers hide the real stories: long waits finally coming to an end. • Breaking Decades-Long Medal Droughts Shooter Neeru Dhanda opened India's individual gold account in the women's trap event. Mirabai Chanu's silver in the 49kg category was India's first Asian Games weightlifting medal in over two decades, since 1998. Seema Kumari ended a 16-year medal drought for India in the women's 10,000m. India's Sporting Strength Goes Beyond Cricket Meanwhile, India's compound archers swept the team titles. Together, these results show that India's strength now goes well beyond...

A woman checking a woman's phone while walking home. A college student waiting for transport after class. A working woman returning home late from work. These may sound like situations, but for many women, they come with an extra calculation: Is this road safe? Is the transport reliable? Who can I call if something goes wrong? Women’s safety continues to be an issue in India. Women’s safety is not limited to crimes alone. Harassment in public places, stalking, unsafe public transport, domestic violence, and cyber harassment can all affect women's sense of freedom and security. Safety measures have been strengthened in several ways. The government’s Emergency Response Support System provides the emergency number 112, while the Women Helpline 181 offers support and information to women facing violence. Delhi has also introduced measures. In June 2026, the Delhi Police inaugurated its dedicated Women Police Station in the Subzi Mandi area intended to provide a specialised and vict...

West Indies Create History! Chase Down India’s Mammoth 250-Run Target in a Thrilling T20I Clash In one of the most extraordinary run chases in T20 International cricket, West Indies pulled off a sensational victory against India, chasing down a gigantic target of 250 runs! What looked like a comfortable position for India after posting a massive total turned into a nightmare as the Caribbean batters launched a breathtaking counterattack. A magnificent century from captain Shai Hope, a destructive 82-run knock from Sherfane Rutherford, and a sensational late assault from Romario Shepherd powered West Indies to an unforgettable victory. India’s Batters Set the Stage on Fire After winning the toss, India made the decision to bat first, hoping to put a huge total on the scoreboard and put the West Indies batting lineup under pressure. Their batters delivered exactly the kind of performance the team wanted, finishing their innings at a formidable 249/5 in 20 overs . India opened with Abhis...

 I remember standing outside the local municipal office last year, watching two men exchange a firm, cheerful handshake that had nothing to do with friendship. It was a silent transaction, sealed with a grin that made my stomach churn. In India today, bribery has been so deeply normalized that people exchange illegal payouts as casually as greeting cards. It feels like an open secret everyone participates in just to keep the wheels turning.  Growing up, I was taught that hard work and honesty were the ultimate currency. But as I grew older and tried to navigate basic paperwork getting a passport verified, clearing a property mutation, or securing a small business license reality hit hard. Every single window of bureaucracy seemed to have an invisible toll booth attached to it. If you refuse to pay, your file simply gathers dust at the bottom of an endless stack.  What hurts the most is how this affects someone personally. It chips away at your self-respect. You find yours...