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India Today
a day ago
- Business
- India Today
Harsh Goenka says he never raised his voice at work, earns praise online
Industrialist Harsh Goenka is known for dropping sharp, often reflective notes on business, life, and people on X. His latest post was no different; this time, he peeled back a personal layer to share how he leads without raising his voice.'In all my years at work, I've never shouted or raised my voice at anyone, and I take quiet pride in that,' Goenka said. advertisementHe admitted he has felt anger and frustration at times, but insisted that staying composed, even when rattled, defines true leadership. 'Of course, I've had moments of anger, disappointment, and frustration. But I've learned that losing your temper doesn't help,' Goenka said, adding, 'Staying calm doesn't mean you're unaffected. It means you're in control.' 'Grace under pressure,' he added, is what sets a leader apart. Take a look at the post here:Social media users found his approach both refreshing and rare, especially in an environment where losing temper is often misread as a sign of power.A user said, 'You have a special respect in our hearts, Sir. Lots to learn from you and put into practice.' Another offered a more philosophical angle: 'Affected but calm is restraint. True calm is when your mind is trained not to be affected at all.'advertisementBut it was a longer, more reflective comment that struck a nerve. The user described how shouting had become normalised in Indian corporate setups. 'Power often sits with those who never really lived life,' the comment read, touching on office politics, unchecked egos, and a culture where abuse is brushed under the carpet, as long as the numbers come user called Goenka's temperament 'a rare gift', adding that not many people with power and wealth manage to stay grounded. 'It's an amazing quality,' they wrote, adding, 'One needs profound insight to realise that losing one's temper doesn't help.'See the comments here: In an age of loud voices and louder boardrooms, Harsh Goenka's quiet assertion made a strong case: that true leadership doesn't need to raise its voice, it simply needs to stay steady.- EndsTrending Reel
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Indian billionaire who ‘never shouted at anyone' reveals secret anger management mantra
Harsh Goenka, the chairman of RPG Enterprises, is an active voice on X. Among other things, he is also known for sharing thoughtful reflections on life. With a substantial following, Goenka often shares anecdotes and advice drawn from decades of experience. His recent post about anger and why to control it has struck a chord with social media users. The Indian billionaire's post about how to manage anger has gone viral. (Representational image). (Unsplash/Muhmed Alaa El-Bank) 'In all my years at work, I've never shouted or raised my voice at anyone- and I take quiet pride in that. Of course, I've had moments of anger, disappointment, and frustration. But I've learned that losing your temper doesn't help,' Harsh Goenka wrote. He continued that staying calm doesn't necessarily mean that one is unaffected, rather it signifies that a person is in control of his or her emotion. 'Grace under pressure - that, to me, is the true mark of leadership,' the industrialist added. Take a look at the post: What is Harsh Goenka's net worth? According to a report by Forbes, Harsh Goenka's net worth is $4.2 billion. He is the chairman of the conglomerate RPG Enterprises. How did social media react? Harsh Goenka's post struck a chord with people who shared varied comments. An individual posted, 'Affected but calm is a form of restraint in speech, but it does not constitute true calm. In contrast, not allowing oneself to be affected by circumstances by training one's mind to think clearly is the essence of real calm.' Another added, '100%, have missed a few times but have improved with age and experience.' A third shared, 'This is undoubtedly an amazing quality. I hardly know anybody who is rich, successful and yet so calm. One needs a profound insight to realise that losing one's temper doesn't help. It's a gift. A rare gift at that.' A fourth wrote, 'Agreed, Sir, this gives me an opportunity to share a personal memory. I worked with one of your companies around 20 years ago, looking after the Gujarat region from Ahmedabad for 8 months. We never met, but your values were felt throughout the organisation. My boss was kind, people at RPG House were soft spoken and welcoming, and the culture was so different from the large corporate I came from. Visiting RPG House felt truly royal. Grateful for those memories.'
Mint
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Prada admits lifting 2026 men's sandal design from India; netizens react, ‘After getting Kolhapuri chappal treatment'
Prada, the luxury fashion powerhouse, recently accepted Indian influence in its Spring-Summer 2026 menswear collection displayed during fashion show in Milan. This comes after the Italian luxury fashion brand faced backlash from Indian artisans and politicians for using traditional design without acknowledging its roots. In a letter addressed to Maharashtra Chamber of Commerce, Prada's head of corporate social responsibility, Lorenzo Bertelli wrote, 'We acknowledge that the sandals... are inspired by traditional Indian handcrafted footwear, with a centuries-old heritage,' Reuters reported citing the document dated June 27. A week ago, models wearing leather sandals with a braided design featured in the Milan fashion show. The footwear design closely resembled handmade Kolhapuri slippers, dating back to the 12th century. The statement issued by Lorenzo Bertelli, son of Prada's owners, further notes that the sandals are at an early stage of design and it is not certain they will be commercialized, but Prada is open to a "dialogue for meaningful exchange with local Indian artisans." Looking ahead to follow-up meetings in this regard, the luxury fashion brand stated, 'Kolhapuri chappals inspiration for footwear featured in our Milan show,' PTI reported. A Prada spokesperson also issued a statement admitting that the footwear's inspiration came from India and noted that the company has "always celebrated craftsmanship, heritage and design traditions". Netizens strongly reacted to Prada's acknowledgement, as one user stated, 'Luxury giant Prada finally admits its 2026 men's sandals were inspired by Kolhapuri chappals after getting a Kolhapuri chappal treatment on social media.' Another user quipped, "I have a pair of size 9 Kolhapuri chappals, originally purchased from Kolhapur(none of that cheap #Prada ripoffs) with the red "turra" on top. It has touched the haloed grounds of Pandharpur and Alandi too. Sparingly used. Make 2005. Price 1.2 lakhs only. No brokers please." A third user commented, 'The subtle racism in naming Roman sandals from their origin but hiding the Indian origin of the Kolhapuri chappals. Even now they call them 'inspired' but not what they actually are. These are Kolhapuri chappals.' A fouth user replied, 'Congratulations to Kar Kolhapuri chappals artists on your victory.' A fifth user remarked, 'indians didn't know how to market kolhapuri chappals. There are a lot of such things that are a pride of India and before anyone robs them they need to be brought to light.' Outraged by lack of acknowledgement, a number of users vented out on social media, including RPG Group Chairperson Harsh Goenka, who stated, "Prada is selling products looking like Kolhapuri chappals for over ₹ 1 lakh. Our artisans make the same by hand for ₹ 400. They lose, while global brands cash in on our culture. Sad!
Deccan Herald
6 days ago
- Business
- Deccan Herald
Sole mates or soul snatchers? Prada's Kolhapuris step on Maharashtra's toes
PRADA is selling Kolhapuri chappals for ₹1.2 lakh — a design stolen from the Chamar community of India, who've handcrafted them for generations. No credit. No acknowledgment. Just pure cultural theft dressed in luxury branding. Shameful. #CulturalTheft #Kolhapuri — The Dalit Voice (@ambedkariteIND) June 25, 2025 Prada is selling products looking like Kolhapuri chappals for over ₹1 lakh. Our artisans make the same by hand for ₹400. They lose, while global brands cash in on our culture. Sad! — Harsh Goenka (@hvgoenka) June 26, 2025
Time of India
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
The Spirit Of India: Song Of A Billion Souls
I am the rhythm of the dhol and the whisper of the veena, I am the smile in Holi's colour, And the silence in your Diwali prayer, And bow with folded hands at Ajmer Sharif. I beat the drums in a tribal dance in Bastar, And recite verses from the Vedas under banyan trees, And fly kites across the sky on . Tired of too many ads? go ad free now I serve langar in golden bowls at Amritsar, And offer 'roze ka iftar' to my brother next door. I am the cheer of children in Shillong's monsoon, I sow rice in the fields of Tamil Nadu, I herd yaks in Arunachal... And fish in the deltas of Bengal. I dance Garba all night in Ahmedabad's courtyards. And whisper lullabies on a houseboat in Dal Lake. I chant on the ghats of Varanasi, And meditate in the caves of Ellora. I wear the lungi, the lehenga, the sherwani, the sari, I am the tilak, the chandan, the rudraksha and the rosary. I write in Marathi, think in Bengali, sing in Kannada, And dream in all the tongues of my land. I am the army fighter's cry in the borders. The farmer's hope in Vidarbha. I build software in Bengaluru, And craft poetry in Kolkata cafes. I race camels in Rajasthan's sands. I am not one. I am many. I am contradiction and harmony. I am the one who prays, and the one who protests. I am youth, I am age. I am ancient, and I am tomorrow. I walk through every temple gate and every church aisle, Every dargah door and gurdwara corridor. I am welcomed everywhere with 'aadaab', 'pranam','vanakkam' and 'namaste'. I am the spirit of India . Authored by: Harsh Goenka Why Arjun Was Chosen: The Untold Secret of Bhagavad Gita Chapter 4, Verse 3
