SFC Asia

25/10/2025

In his latest piece, Prassenjit Lahiri talks about "The AI Revolution: Unlocking Jobs and Inclusive Growth for 1.4 Billion Indians", exploring the incredible opportunity AI presents for India’s 1.4 billion people. With its vast digital infrastructure, youthful workforce, and inclusive policies, India is uniquely poised to harness AI as a catalyst for jobs, growth, and social progress across urban and rural landscapes.

Download PDF India stands at a historic inflection point. A nation of nearly 1.4 billion people is poised to harness the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) not as a job destroyer but as a monumental engine of opportunity, inclusion, and skill development. Far from the global fears....

25/10/2025

India’s quiet yet momentous stride in the Andaman Basin could well mark a turning point in its quest for self-reliance. Oil India Ltd (OIL), the country’s second-largest national oil company, may have just rewritten the map of India’s energy future with its first confirmed trace of natural gas in the Andaman offshore region – a development that could be as consequential as the discovery of Bombay High in the 1970s.

India’s quiet yet momentous stride in the Andaman Basin could well mark a turning point in its quest for self-reliance. Oil India Ltd (OIL), the country’s second-largest national oil company,…

28/08/2025

Despite steep US tariffs, India is doubling down on Make in India, diversifying trade ties & boosting homegrown demand. Challenges ahead, but also a chance to rewire the economy for resilience & growth.

India-US tariffs have soared amid geopolitical tensions and trade frictions, with the US imposing some of the toughest duties ever on Indian exports, straining diplomatic and economic ties between the two nations. Background In August 2025, the US administration under President Donald Trump doubled....

27/05/2025

We’re proud to unveil our latest report: “Catalyzing Energy Independence: Regulatory Overhaul for North East India’s Oil & Gas Sector”. Crafted by our experts at Social Friendly, this report explores how targeted regulatory reforms can accelerate oil & gas exploration in India.

13/05/2025

A beautiful coincidence — today's 'Impact of ORD Act Amendment' workshop is unfolding at the TAGORE CHAMBER, Scope Complex.

Welcomed by the timeless presence of Rabindranath Tagore at the entrance — setting the perfect tone for a day of deep, thoughtful deliberations.

13/05/2025

"Full house at today's 'Impact of ORD Act Amendment' workshop! Engaging, high-impact deliberations are underway, with powerful insights and dynamic discussions shaping the future.

13/05/2025

We are honored to share that Ms. Sushma Rawat, Director (Exploration), ONGC, delivered the inspiring Keynote Address at the inaugural session of the SPP Workshop on the Impact of ORD Act Amendments today at Tagore Chamber, SCOPE Complex. 🚀

Ms. Rawat’s visionary insights set the tone for a day focused on strengthening India's energy future through innovation, cleaner exploration, and streamlined regulations. 🌏⚡

Stay tuned for more updates as leaders from ONGC, Oil India Limited, DGH, and MoPNG come together to chart the way forward! 📈

12/05/2025

Mr. Trailukya Borgohain, Director (Operations) at Oil India Limited, will set the tone for the ORDA 2025 Workshop with his impactful address during the Inaugural Session. Highlighting operational excellence and the future of India's energy security, his words are sure to inspire a fresh wave of innovation and leadership.

12/05/2025

At the ORDA 2025 Workshop, Mr. G.L. Das, Head of Environment & Clearance at DGH, will deliver powerful insights on fostering collaboration between the industry and government for a sustainable energy future. His session emphasized actionable steps and the vital role of environmental stewardship in India's upstream sector.

12/05/2025

Thrilled to have Mr. Pinakadhar Mohapatra, Director - Exploration & Subsurface at Selan Exploration Technology Limited, bring his deep expertise to the ORDA Agenda 2025 Workshop!

Mr. Mohapatra will deliver a powerful presentation on "Strategies for Improving Fiscal Terms and Reducing CESS & Royalty" — shedding light on innovative pathways to enhance operational efficiency and investment attractiveness in India's evolving energy landscape.

With decades of experience in the industry, his leadership continues to inspire new frontiers in sustainable and unconventional energy development.

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