The Pride of India Conclave 2025, hosted in Goa, was a gathering to felicitate innovation and leadership in India’s business landscape. Organized by The Brand Story in collaboration with the BRICS Chambers of Commerce and Industry (CCI), the event brought together distinguished thought leaders. Under the leadership of Sameep Shastri, Vice Chairman of BRICS CCI and President of BRICS CCI Young Leaders, the conclave encouraged insightful discussions on the evolving business ecosystem in India. The event was graced by renowned personalities, including international actor Kabir Bedi, Bollywood singer Shibani Kashyap, and music composer Anand Raaj Anand.

Among the notable winners, CGI Global Technology was honoured with India’s Rising Star award, a recognition of its outstanding contributions to IT and business consulting. Founded in 1976 in Canada, CGI is one of the largest IT companies in the world and has its operations spanning 40+ countries with a workforce of over 90,000 consultants.