Ratan Tata amongst the biggest brains in the business world

The Time Magazine has chosen India’s Ratan Tata of Indian conglomerate Tata Group, one of the business tycoons of India, as one of the most influential people in the world.In addition to that by another US publication, Ratan Tata has also been named as the  biggest brains in business.

The list of   ‘73 Biggest Brains in Business’ compiled by business publication Conde Nast Portfolio, features Mr.Tata for his $ 2,500 car-Nano along with the likes of  media mogul, Mr.Rupert Murdoch and chief executive of investment bank Goldman Sachs, Mr.Lloyd Blankfein.

The magazine observed that brilliance comes in many forms, whether it is founding a start up that kicks sand in Microsoft’s face or creating an affordable car for the developing world. A small number of innovators influence the rest of influencers in business.The list published in the latest issue of the magazine is further classified into five groups- game changers, connectors, tastemakers, rebels and upstairs.

The magazine also said that Mr.Tata believes in the future of the auto industry rests in the people who do not yet drive.

Tata Group which acquisitioned British Luxury brands Jaguar and Land Rover, has unveiled Tata nano, the world’s cheapest car.The model won’t be  sold in the US but it has the potential to alter the market for manufacturers here. Nissan-Renault is partnering India’ Bajaj Auto to develop a car by 2010 for less than $ 3,000., the magazine noted.

It is relevant to mention here that the Indian Government has conferred on Mr. Ratan Tata, the second Indian Highest Civilian Honor ‘the Badma Vibhushan’ for his pioneering Industrial ventures