Digital Economy driving the nation -- The NASSCOM EMERGEOUT Conclave Fifth Edition at New Delhi

MakeMyTrip.com has filed for an IPO with the New York Stock Exchange. For a company that saw the tumbling down of technology stocks in 2001, this should be a moment to cherish. A company that has seen the Internet creeping into India and now confident to go public lends credence to the digital economy coming of age in the country. Is it the time for pondering over the digital economy or the new-age economy that thrives on Internet, mobile, and apps? What will be the next big bet in these sectors?With a keynote by Google India's product head, Vinay Goel, the NASSCOM EMERGEOUT Conclave, Fifth Edition, at New Delhi, is likely to throw insights into the digital economy powered by Internet, mobile, and apps. The apps are going to be the next in thing. There is speculation that it would become an industry in itself as big as the BPO industry. "We evolve with our cellphones," said Harish Gandhi, Executive Director, Canaan Partners, in a chat with YourStory (to be published later). From a caller on the go, we now have computer on the go. Mobile applications surely are value adds that give the user new experiences and variety of options. "The indicators for the growth of apps in India is good," said Arvind Jha, Movico Technology CEO in a conversation with YourStory (to be published this week). NASSCOM is rolling out the APPFame -- the top 10 mobile apps that will be showcased at the conclave. Register here if you are an app developer.

Top minds in the digital industry are going to rub shoulder to shoulder and explore the emerging trends, markets, and provide perspectives on various aspects of Internet, mobile Internet, and mobile apps businesses. Can you start an Internet company in India and succeed? Come and find out. The experts are there to help you.

Mobile users are growing at 10 million users per month. Excepting caller tunes, call back, and sms, other value-added services have not taken off in a big way. With increasing tariff pressures, mobile operators are seeking app solutions to bolster their revenues and growth. What does the mobile apps scenario looks like and what will it offer to you? An engaging panel discussion will set the ball rolling and you may well ponder why you are still not there.

Register now not to miss out all the action.

--Venkatesh Krishnamoorthy, chief evangelist, YourStory