World Economic Forum

When Myntra CEO Was Surprised With The Results Of A Survey On Youngsters

Business | NDTV Profit Team | Wednesday September 6, 2017

Almost 25,000 people aged between 18 and 35 from 186 countries and territories took part in the Global Shapers Annual Survey 2017.

These 2 Indian Cities Are Among The Most Crowded In The World

Mumbai News | Press Trust of India | Thursday May 25, 2017

Two Indian cities have been named among the world's most crowded cities in a list topped by Dhaka, said World Economic Forum (WEF) citing UN Habitat data.

China Rewards Pakistan With New Deals Of $500 Million At Silk Road Summit

World News | NDTV News Desk | Monday May 15, 2017

Pakistan has signed new deals with China on Saturday worth nearly $500 million at Beijing's international forum on its "Silk Road" trade and infrastructure initiative for Asia, Africa and Europe, the Pakistani government said.

Pakistan Signs Nearly $500 Million In China Deals At Silk Road Summit

World News | Reuters | Saturday May 13, 2017

Pakistan signed new deals with China on Saturday worth nearly $500 million ahead of Beijing's international forum on its "Silk Road" trade and infrastructure initiative for Asia, Africa and Europe, the Pakistani government said.

India's Rise In Global Tourism List Shows Government's Thrust On Sector: Prime Minister Narendra Modi

India News | Press Trust of India | Friday April 7, 2017

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said India's jump of 12 places to the 40th rank in the global travel and tourism competitiveness list by the World Economic Forum (WEF) reflects the importance the government gives to the sector.

Inaugural India Innovation Index Likely This Year

Education | Press Trust of India | Monday April 3, 2017

The India Innovation Index focused on state-wise development is in advanced stages of preparation and is likely to be ready by October, noted academician Soumitra Dutta said today.

'Indians Have Reason To Be Proud': Chinese Media On 104-Satellite Record

India News | Edited by Arun Nair | Thursday February 16, 2017

India's space programme offers "food for thought" for other countries on how to achieve space success with small budgets, Chinese official media said today, acknowledging ISRO's world record feat of successfully launching 104 satellites on a single rocket.

India Improves On Transparency Corruption Index

India News | Press Trust of India | Wednesday January 25, 2017

India has marginally improved its ranking in the graft watchdog Transparency International's corruption perception index for 2016, a list topped by New Zealand and Denmark which are jointly ranked as the world's least corrupt nations.

ABB Planning Major Expansion In India, Says Government

Press Trust of India | Monday January 23, 2017

Ms Sitharaman met ABB officials at Davos on the sidelines of the annual World Economic Forum meeting.

China Would Assume World Leadership If Needed: Diplomat

World News | Reuters | Monday January 23, 2017

China does not want world leadership but could be forced to assume that role if others step back from that position, a senior Chinese diplomat said on Monday, after U.S. President Donald Trump pledged to put "America first" in his first speech.

India Inc Needs Animal Spirit, Government Nudge For Growth: Uday Kotak

Press Trust of India | Sunday January 22, 2017

Optimistic about job creation, going ahead, Kotak said, "I am a great believer that India should incentivise delta jobs created in any sector."

Now, A Socially-Aware Robotic Assistant That Gets Your Mood!

Press Trust of India | Sunday January 22, 2017

Developed by students and professors of prestigious Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) as a research project, SARA became a key exhibit at the WEF annual meeting.

India's Consumption Growth De-Risks It From Global Uncertainty: K V Kamath

Press Trust of India | Sunday January 22, 2017

On push for digital economy and the recent demonetisation move and whether the pain would be limited to short-term given the world economy is going through uncertain times, he said.

Opposition Calls Chandrababu Naidu's Davos Trip A 'Publicity Stunt'

Andhra Pradesh News | Press Trust of India | Saturday January 21, 2017

Unlike his previous trips to Davos, Switzerland, for the World Economic Forum (WEF), Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu's latest visit has come under attack from the opposition parties, dubbing it as a "publicity stunt" and alleging he was not an invitee to the event but a paid delegate.

Will Trump End Globalisation? The Doubt Haunts Davos' Elite

Associated Press | Friday January 20, 2017

Uncertainty over what Trump will do once he takes office Friday and whether his presidency will mark the end of globalization dominated discussions all week at Davos.

Need To Further Speed Up Decision-Making To Beat China: Nitin Gadkari

Press Trust of India | Friday January 20, 2017

The pace of decision-making is "faster in China than us", Mr Gadkari said, adding that therefore, it happens at times that there is an opportunity but someone else takes it away.

World Economy Improving, But Be Wary Of Black Swans, Say Leaders

Press Trust of India | Friday January 20, 2017

Top economic leaders hoped that 'revolution' in Washington - referring to Donald Trump assuming office of the US President from Friday - would not be as bad as was feared.

From Autocrats To Automation: Key Quotes In Davos

Agence France-Presse | Friday January 20, 2017

"We face the prospect of leaving a larger part of humanity behind than in any other (industrial) advance, Infosys CEO Vishal Sikka said.

India A Bright Star In 'Sober' Global Outlook: Uday Kotak

Press Trust of India | Friday January 20, 2017

Amid an intense debate on future of globalisation here at annual World Economic Forum meeting, Mr Kotak said India has been a big beneficiary of the globalisation process.

Trump Economic Policies May Be 'Loud, Noisy, Strong': BlackRock CEO

Thomson Reuters | Friday January 20, 2017

BlackRock's chief said it was still not clear to him how the new administration planned to pay for massive stimulus measures including investments in ageing infrastructure.

WEF, UCSB Partner To Protect $2.5 Trillion Ocean Economy

Press Trust of India | Friday January 20, 2017

This value - in addition to the livelihoods of 80 per cent of the world's population - is threatened by the decline in ocean health, lack of adequate measuring and monitoring of ocean activities.

Google's Brin 'Surprised' by Speed of AI Advancements

Adam Satariano, Bloomberg | Friday January 20, 2017

"This revolution," Brin said, "has been very profound and definitely surprised me even though I was right in there and could throw paper clips at them."

George Soros Says Trump Will Fail And Market's Dream Will End

Thomson Reuters | Friday January 20, 2017

Stocks in the United States surged after Trump's Nov. 8 election victory. Trump takes office on Friday.

Government 'Owed' Demonetisation To Nation, Says Nirmala Sitharaman

Saturday January 21, 2017

Speaking at a panel decision, on 'India's Time to Transform', at the annual World Economic Forum meeting in Davos, she said it may sound 'propagandist' but one needs a strong and courageous leadership to take such a bold step.

Goldman CEO Says Still Unclear On Brexit Relocation Plans: Report

Thomson Reuters | Thursday January 19, 2017

On Wednesday, German newspaper Handelsblatt said the bank is considering moving 1,000 jobs to Frankfurt to deal with Britain's exit from the European Union.

Nitin Gadkari Promises To Make India's Own Davos

Press Trust of India | Thursday January 19, 2017

Mr Gadkari said it is very much possible to create a new city like Davos back in India where hotels, shops and conference centres would be set up.

Globalisation Set For 'New Normal', India In Sweet Spot: K V Kamath

Press Trust of India | Thursday January 19, 2017

India and China are going to remain in focus in any debate on globalisation as they contribute a big chunk today to the global growth, the National Development Bank president said.

Davos CEOs 'Go Local' On Supply Chain In Trump Era

Thomson Reuters | Thursday January 19, 2017

"The irony is that when more walls show up it is a good opportunity for services companies to help do business across those walls," said Mr Sikka of Infosys.

Globalisation Under Attack, World Needs Reality Check: Nirmala Sitharaman

India News | Indo-Asian News Service | Thursday January 19, 2017

At a time when globalisation is under attack as seen from recent voter preferences in the Western world, India has urged the world community to do a "reality check", even as the country remains on track to grow its trade and economy at faster pace.

Bengaluru Ranked World's Most Dynamic City, Hyderabad Is Number 5

Bangalore News | Written by Maya Sharma | Thursday January 19, 2017

For all those who have been complaining about Bengaluru and its infrastructure, a tweet from the World Economic Forum would take them by surprise. In a listing of the most dynamic cities of the world, with the main ranking criteria being rapid adoption of technology and innovation, namma Bengaluru comes out right on top. Another Indian city, Hydera...