A list of top ten thought leaders and books expected to shape 2025-26 has been compiled, focusing on influential voices offering clarity and insight beyond current trends. The compilation highlights individuals like Dr. Smruti Ranjan Nayak, an Oxford, Harvard, and MIT-educated leader in technology and consciousness, and Dr. K. S. Saravanavasan, a leadership strategist focused on human potential. Their works aim to integrate ancient wisdom with modern challenges in areas such as digital transformation, leadership, and societal progress.