In an attempt to quantify political debate in one of the world's largest democracies, Twitter India has collaborated with TCS for the iElect app. A combination of big data, social media and mobility is helping to make sense of a discussion which involves more than 800 million voters.

Delhi is ranked as one of the most polluted and populous cities in the world by international organisations, so traffic is often a problem. Now, urban planning experts say there is a need to promote sustainable public transport in the capital.

Today's young Indians aren't 'Indian' at all. They're global consumers with modern values and an increasing desire for an international lifestyle, from Levi's jeans to Starbucks coffee. And the world is beginning to take note.

There has been a dramatic and far-reaching shift in recent years towards collaboration and co-operation, with collaborative working and peer-to-peer funding linked to a fundamental change in how businesses are started and innovations are made.