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NDTV World Summit 2025 LIVE News:  The 2025 edition of the two-day NDTV World Summit concluded on Saturday, with global leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, delivering powerful speeches and taking part in impactful discussions on a range of issues. 

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Grammy winner Ricky Kej were also among a host of leaders, cultural icons, business leaders, innovators and voices of imagination, who converged for a dialogue that was rooted in thoughtful exploration of what it means to navigate complexity with clarity and conscience.

The NDTV World Summit 2025 was where inherited realities met unwritten futures - a space to challenge what is, disrupt what no longer serves, and design the world as it ought to be.

Here Are Live Updates On NDTV World Summit 2025:

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Oct 18, 2025 20:57 (IST)
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Ricky Kej's Electrifying Performance At NDTV World Summit 2025

Ricky Kej seamlessly blended Indian classical music with western elements such as jazz, pop, and electronic music at NDTV World Summit.

Oct 18, 2025 20:32 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit 2025: Grammy Winner Ricky Kej Sets The Stage On Fire

Ricky Kej closed the NDTV World Summit 2025, a two-day celebration of ideas, thoughts and discussions with a host of leaders, cultural icons, business leaders, innovators and voices of imagination.

Oct 18, 2025 20:30 (IST)
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Grammy Award Winning Musician Ricky Kej At NDTV World Summit 2025

"Had great time attending all sessions. Specifically loved former UK PM Rishi Sunak's session and PM Modi's speech": Grammy award-winning musician Ricky Kej

Oct 18, 2025 20:04 (IST)
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Grammy Award Winning Musician Ricky Kej At NDTV World Summit 2025

Oct 18, 2025 19:53 (IST)
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A Crossover You Didn't Know You Needed

Ishaan Khatter and professional ballet dancer and quantum physicist Merritt Moore danced to actor's song Main Parwana from the film Pippa.

Oct 18, 2025 19:33 (IST)
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Ishaan Khatter On 8-Hour Shift Row

Ishaan Khatter: "I've been on sets where sometimes the protocol of time has been abused even, but that is something I would say is an important conversation."

He added, "Be considerate about people, it is a privileged position to say that I'm an actor and I can work only as many hours, but they should be considerate of it. Acting is a work of passion, sometimes we see actors go beyond their shift and see their passion realised."

Oct 18, 2025 19:30 (IST)
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"I Have A Lot Of Respect For Shahid Kapoor": Ishaan Khatter

Ishaan Khatter also spoke about his bond with brother Shahid Kapoor. "I have a lot of respect for him. He had a similar journey 15 years before me," said Homebound actor.

Oct 18, 2025 19:28 (IST)
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"Nicole Kidman Is An Icon": Ishaan Khatter

Ishaan Khatter, who worked with Nicole Kidman in The Perfect Couple, said, "Nicole Kidman is an icon. She walks into a room and the air gets sucked out of it. She had the sincerity of a young actor; I hadn't seen some of my young co-actors having that kind of sincerity. She was extremely generous to work with"

Oct 18, 2025 19:25 (IST)
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"'Homebound' Couldn't Exist Without Janhvi-Vishal Jethwa": Ishaan Khatter

"Homebound couldn't exist without them, and without everybody who was on the film," said Ishaan Khatter.

The actor added, "Homebound talks from a place of empathy first. It is not an anti-establishment film, but a pro-human film."

Oct 18, 2025 19:21 (IST)
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Ishaan Khatter: "My Wardrobe Has Always Been Part Of My Self-Expression"

Ishaan Khatter: "A big part of my process as an actor is the wardrobe of a character, it has always been part of my self-expression. I'm now more confident about expressing myself, I got a couple of stylists that I really enjoyed working with. Really happy to be at the fore, expressing what it means to be an Indian man".

Oct 18, 2025 19:19 (IST)
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Ishaan Khatter On Being Objectified In 'The Royals'

Ishaan Khatter spoke about being objectified in The Royals and said, "I imagined it would cater more to the female gaze but the amount of men who have walked up to me and said they have watched me three times, it is amazing. At some point I think they were just compensating for lack of budget, 'Yaar, scene nahi chal rahi, shirt utaar de'.

Oct 18, 2025 19:16 (IST)
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Ishaan Khatter: "I Started Working At 21"

"I started working at 21, that journey as a young man runs parallel to my journey as an actor," said Ishaan Khatter.

Oct 18, 2025 19:14 (IST)
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Ishaan Khatter: "I Might Run Into A Wall If 'Homebound' Wins An Oscar"

Asked what would be the first thing he would do if Homebound wins an Oscar, Ishaan Khatter said, "Maybe it's not so different; I have an aching suspicion that I might throw my jacket and run into a wall."

Oct 18, 2025 19:11 (IST)
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"Shoaib Is A Character That's Quite At A Distance From Me": Ishaan Khatter

Ishaan Khatter, who played the role of Shoaib in Homebound, said, "Only point of access was understanding the emotional strife. It is a character that's quite at a distance from me. We're actors; .1% of the country; this is a character that makes up 80% of our country but we barely see them on cinema; we had to walk towards the character. Neeraj Ghaywan, director, made it very clear to us - craft is not just what I want; we need you to become the character."

Oct 18, 2025 19:09 (IST)
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"I'm Very Proud Of My Film 'Homebound'": Ishaan Khatter

Ishaan Khatter opened up about his film Homebound being India's official entry to Oscars 2026. He said, "This is a film that is extremely special to me, and at the risk of sounding shameless, I'm thankful and grateful to everyone who has championed it. It's a rare kind of film, very humane, I'm very proud of it."

"It's been surreal, been a milestone to be sitting in an audience like that at Cannes - it's overwhelming, understandably; time was warped for me; it was all very surreal. It is deeply rooted in India and I'm very proud of it. All the accolades aside, proud to be a champion of this film," he added.

Oct 18, 2025 19:03 (IST)
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Ishaan Khatter Next Speaker On NDTV World Summit

Actor Ishaan Khatter is now speaking on "Fierce, Fearless, Free".

Oct 18, 2025 19:02 (IST)
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India Offers Best Science, Best Prices For Medicines, Says Rakesh Bamzai

Bamzai said: "In the last five years, the government has supported a lot in regulations. You see now there are biologics that will come into the matter. We have a chemical entity that we launched in India, which we are taking to the global markets. Multiple companies are creating innovative products that will change the country's economics. I'm talking about semi-glutide, which became so big, it was adopted so beautifully, which created a big market." 

Speaking on cancer, he said: "The cancer cell is unknown. A lot of research is happening. At Intas, we're working on delivering cancer products or therapy in a very different way. We're working on nanoparticle technology with lipids, which aims to reduce the side effects of chemotherapy." 

On affordability, he said: "Look at the pricing that is offered in India. Most friends who come to India take all the medication and go back home. There's no debate on it. We are the country which offers the best science and the best prices. We tech in R&D. Intas has three in the US and one in the UK and another in India. We use different timezone to make sure the speed is high. We make sure the pricing of the product in such a way that more people can afford it."

Oct 18, 2025 18:54 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: India's Pharma Industry Worth 50-55 Billion Dollars, Says Rakesh Bamzai

Asked how large is the Indian pharma industry, Intas Pharmaceuticals' Global Operations CEO Rakesh Bamzai said: "Around 50-55 billion dollars. And 20-25 billion dollars worth exports." 

Explaining the importance of a generic product, he said: "A generic product that mimics an innovator product. For example, a brand, say ABC, treats a particular disease there's a patent for that brand. The company works on that product and conducts tests on the product. Once that's done, there's a filing and if the regulator finds that it matches the quality, they give a go-ahead to produce that." 

Oct 18, 2025 18:47 (IST)
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Watch: See A Great Future For India In Golf, Says Amitabh Kant

Oct 18, 2025 18:44 (IST)
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Next Speaker Is Intas Pharmaceuticals' Global Operations CEO Rakesh Bamzai

Next we have on stage is Intas Pharmaceuticals' Global Operations CEO Rakesh Bamzai, who will speak on 'Renewing Bharat: Possibilities. Progress. Prosperity'.

Oct 18, 2025 18:41 (IST)
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Amitabh Kant's Massive Revelation Regarding G20

"We had all these challenges of G20. We finally took the Sherpas to the ITC golf course and that is where we got the settlement. If it wasn't for the golf course, India would not have had a G20 consensus. That is how we got the final round of consensus with all the Sherpas. If it had been any other hotel in Delhi, India would have never got a consensus," said Amitabh Kant, Former G20 Sherpa.

Oct 18, 2025 18:33 (IST)
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Kapil Dev Has Made More Friends In Golf Than Cricket

"I played cricket for India for 15 years. I played golf also. I have made more friends in golf than cricket because every week I play with different people. You meet them. You go to England, Mumbai or Kolkata and meet different people. In cricket, they don't let anybody come close to you," said Kapil Dev.

"I am sorry to say that I have never made friends in cricket apart from cricketers. But in golf, I have made more friends," he added.

Oct 18, 2025 18:29 (IST)
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Kapil Dev's Funny Interaction With Sunil Gavaskar

Kapil Dev, President of Professional Golf Tour of India, shared a funny interaction that he had with former India captain and legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar regarding golf.

"I told Sunil Gavaskar to play golf. He said, 'I love to make 100.' In golf, it's not a very good (score). That's why he doesn't play. If you make a 100 in golf, you are a bad golfer," said Kapil.

Oct 18, 2025 18:22 (IST)
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"I Just Express Myself" - Kapil Dev

"I just enjoy myself. Other people feel, 'You are very competitive in any sport.' I just want to enjoy the game. People forget to enjoy the game, they always say, 'I want to win.' I am not. I have come here to have fun in life. God has given me talent. I just express myself," said Kapil Dev, President of Professional Golf Tour of India.

Oct 18, 2025 18:20 (IST)
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Ajeetesh Sandhu Points Out Correlation Between Golf And Cricket

Ajeetesh Sandhu, winner of seven professional titles including two at the international level, said, "Golf is a sport that you can pick up at any time. You don't have to start very young, especially if you have the athletic ability. I think that is the correlation between golf and cricket." Ajeetesh has won 5 events on the PGTI.

Oct 18, 2025 18:16 (IST)
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Amitabh Kant's Huge Praise For Indian Golf

"The maximum potential any sport in India has is golf. India is going to produce the top champions of the world. Our demographics are very young. Our average age is 28," said Amitabh Kant, Former G20 Sherpa.

Oct 18, 2025 18:12 (IST)
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Golf Is Only Game You Can Play At Any Age: Kapil Dev

"This is the only game you can play whatever age you are (at any age)," said Kapil Dev on golf. "I am not saying cricket is not big. I am just saying you can't play football or so many other sports once you have given up (retired), but you can play golf."

Meanwhile, Amitabh Kant, Former G20 Sherpa, said that Kapil is a better golfer than a cricketer.

Oct 18, 2025 18:03 (IST)
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"No Plastic Cards, OTPs": Mastercard's Gautam Aggarwal Says This Is The Future Of Payments

Oct 18, 2025 18:02 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: Kapil Dev to come next

Professional Golf Tour of India of India President Kapil Dev will come next as the post tea session is set to begin in just a few minutes. Stay connected!

Oct 18, 2025 17:55 (IST)
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Cost Of Insurance Has Come Down, Says Axis Max Life Insurance MD

"The cost of insurance has come down. The cost of a simple term is around 700-800 pm and the cover is from Rs 1 crore. There is a lot of work that the government has done around it. The campaigns around awareness and focus on rural areas are making it a pull product. Technology is not only making things faster but also easier. The finance industry has been the biggest beneficiary of Aadhaar. AI is leading towards a reduction in the price. The reduction in GST has also contributed to it," Axis Max Life Insurance MD & CEO Sumit Madan said.

Oct 18, 2025 17:31 (IST)
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Watch Live: Axis Max Life Insurance MD & CEO Sumit Madan On 'Insuring Bharat's Future'

Axis Max Life Insurance MD & CEO Sumit Madan is now speaking on "Insuring Bharat's Future". 

Oct 18, 2025 17:29 (IST)
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"EV Will Be Natural Choice In Terms Of Cost Soon": BillionE Mobility CEO Sanjeev Kulkarni

"So capital is very important. The amount of money that is flowing behind electric is phenomenal. The credit goes to the government of India - because of the consistency of policy. In the journey for electric, capital is not the only concern. The biggest phobia about transportation is when I get there, will there be enough charging. There is a lot happening before the vehicle comes on the ground, that's where Vertelo comes into the picture," Vertelo CEO Sandeep Gambhir said.

BillionE Mobility CEO Sanjeev Kulkarni said: "In the next few years, EV will be the natural choice in terms of cost." 

Oct 18, 2025 17:28 (IST)
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Subsidies Fall Flat If Product Not Good, Says Exicom CEO Anshuman Divyanshu

On indigisation in the electric mobility ecosystem, Exicom CEO Anshuman Divyanshu said: "Today, if you look at fossil fuels, they are getting imported. We don't want to do that for electric mobility, as we don't want to be dependent on someone else. At the end of the day, any subsidy falls flat if the product is not good. The charging process has to be seamless." 

Oct 18, 2025 17:18 (IST)
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"Way To Clean Up India's Air Is...": What Top Leaders Said On Electrifying Mobility in India

BillionE Mobility CEO Sanjeev Kulkarni said: "As a car user, it's more visible in the city. But we forget that our day starts with milk, which is delivered in a truck. Everything depends on transportation. Whenever someone has to move from point A to point B, this is the sweet spot where BillionE comes in." 

Ador Digatron CEO Ravin Mirchandani said: "Why are we going for clean mobility - because we want to have better air in the city. How do you do that? The way to clean up India's air is to focus on the two and three wheelers and then on the trucks and buses." 

Oct 18, 2025 17:07 (IST)
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Next Session On 'High Voltage Resolve: Electrifying Mobility in India for a Sustainable Tomorrow' Begins

BillionE Mobility CEO Sanjeev Kulkarni, Ador Digatron CEO Ravin Mirchandani, Exicom CEO Anshuman Divyanshu, Vertelo CEO Sandeep Gambhir will next speak on "High Voltage Resolve: Electrifying Mobility in India for a Sustainable Tomorrow".

Oct 18, 2025 17:04 (IST)
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Debit, Credit Cards May Not Be Available In Physical Form In Future, Says Gautam Aggarwal

Aggarwal said: "The idea of what a (debit or credit) card would look like in future is anybody's guess. My idea is that it wouldn't exist in the form of plastic. You can tokenise and digitise your card in your phone, watch, etc. I don't think it will exist in physical plastic form in future. That time is not far away when paying will be a subconscious thing, not a conscious thing. It will be like the air you breathe." 

He added: "We have to create trust in the ecosystem. It's about convenience, safety and trust without friction. Today, whatever we do requires OTP. We are working to remove OTP and replace it with biometrics, and that would remove the friction aspect. We are enabling agentic commerce in the online world. The agents would work on your behalf to tell you what to buy, from where to buy and what's the best deal." 

Oct 18, 2025 16:59 (IST)
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Has Digital Payment Increased Spending? What Mastercard's Gautam Aggarwal Said

"We want people to be more aware of what they are spending and how they are spending. Today, digital payment allows you to be a lot smarter. There is this argument that it has made buying things easier, so one is spending more, but since one can track more, it has made one smarter," Gautam Aggarwal said.

Oct 18, 2025 16:48 (IST)
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Gautam Aggarwal To Speak On 'Swiping the Future: The Digital Edge'

Gautam Aggarwal, President, South Asia at Mastercard, is speaking next on "Swiping the Future: The Digital Edge". "India has undoubtedly the biggest digital payment ecosystem in the world today," he said.

"We have innovators who have come together for this. The most progressive regulator is in the country. The world's only country that is fully tokenised..," he added.

Oct 18, 2025 16:43 (IST)
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"If India Does Not Have Its Own Science...": What Professor Khanna Said

Asked whether India will stand on its own in science, Professor Khanna said: "If we don't have our science, we will be at the hostage of someone else. It's hard to be a superpower on its own without this."

Oct 18, 2025 16:37 (IST)
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Hope Political Uncertainty In US Dies Down Soon, Says Professor Khanna

Speaking on higher education, Professor Khanna said: "Higher education is going through a tumultuous time. It's an  uncertain time. When students ask me if they should consider the US, I tell them to explore all the options. I hope the political uncertainty in the US dies down soon." 

Oct 18, 2025 16:34 (IST)
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Watch: Professor Tarun Khanna Explains Idea Behind Atal Innovation Mission

Oct 18, 2025 16:29 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: Tarun Khanna Explains Importance Of Investment In Science

Tarun Khanna, Jorge Paulo Lemann Professor at Harvard Business School, also said: "We need the courage to arrive at a societal consensus to invest and take risks. No middle-income country has escaped middle-income country status without investment in science."

Oct 18, 2025 16:23 (IST)
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Watch: Scientific Discovery Key To Economic Growth, Says Tarun Khanna

Oct 18, 2025 16:16 (IST)
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"Policymakers, Political Classes Have Short Political Horizon": Tarun Khanna

"Even the money the government is allocating to R&D is not getting properly utilised. We are having a problem converting science to commercial application. The challenge for us is that our policymakers and political classes have a very short political horizon," Tarun Khanna said. 

"When I visited BYD years ago, someone there said 20 years from now, we will make an electric car. That's the time horizon. China's fastest rail runs at 350 km/hr. It all started with an academic paper. That created the impetus for a high-speed track. We need that planning horizon and scientific infra to do this," he added.

Oct 18, 2025 16:00 (IST)
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"India Lacking Societal Consensus On Importance Of Science": Tarun Khanna

"What we are lacking in India is societal consensus behind the importance of science. As I spent a lot of time in China, I co-built a company in Beijing, and sold it a year later. The way China has gone leapfrogging it's quite different from how India is going about it. If China is completely eclipsing the US, we can definitely see what's there that's worth emulating," Tarun Khanna said.

Oct 18, 2025 15:53 (IST)
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Video: Innovation With Integrity, Technology With Trust Is India's Soft Power, Says I&B Ministry Secretary

Oct 18, 2025 15:50 (IST)
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Harvard School Business Professor Tarun Khanna Next Speaker

Next we have Tarun Khanna, Jorge Paulo Lemann Professor, Harvard Business School, who will speak on "Science, Strategy, Sovereignty: The Road to 2047". 

Oct 18, 2025 15:49 (IST)
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"When India Speaks, The World Listens": Sanjay Jaju At NDTV World Summit

Jaju said: "India's compassion also walks the talk through 'Vaccine Maitri' -- we sent vaccines to several countries. India's soft power is not ornamental, it's operational, it converts into dynamism, and heritage and humanism. When Bharat speaks, the world listens, not out of fear but faith. This is India's soft power." 

Oct 18, 2025 15:46 (IST)
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'India Does Not Want To Be Superpower But Centre Of Stability": Sanjay Jaju

"Through every medium, cinema, craft, cuisine, India educates the world about harmony and diversity. From 0 of Aryabhatta and Chandrayaan's touchdown, they married science with soul," the I&B Ministry's secretary said. 

"As was indicated, AI going forward is going to be one of the major disruptions for the economy at large. That's where our AI mission is going to ensure that machines learn not only logic but ethics. So innovation with integrity and tech with trust is what our soft power offers to the world. We don't aspire to be a dominating superpower, we aspire to be a power centre of stability and spirituality," he added.

Oct 18, 2025 15:42 (IST)
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"Indian Cinema Turned Culture Into Conversation": Sanjay Jaju

"Our sages taught us that the world is one family, our scientists proves that the planet is one ecosystem. From Satyajit Ray to Rajamouli, Indian cinema has turned culture into conversation," Jaju said. 

"Collaboration is the new currency of culture. Our music blends tradition with technology, our art and craft are a heritage with a heartbeat. Festivals like Diwali and Holi are celebrated across 100 countries as global festivals of light and joy," he added. 

Oct 18, 2025 15:40 (IST)
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Moral Compass Of Modern World Points At India, Says I&B Ministry Secretary

"Hard power controls, soft power connects, hard power dominates space, soft power defines time. Soft power replaces fear and rivalry with respect," I&B Ministry Secretary Sanjay Jaju said.

"The moral compass of the modern world is pointed back to India. Yoga has become the universal language of wellness," he added. 

Oct 18, 2025 15:35 (IST)
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I&B Ministry Secretary Speaks On 'Soft Power, Strong Nation: How Bharat Shapes the World'

Ministry of Information & Broadcasting Secretary Sanjay Jaju is the next speaker, on "Soft Power, Strong Nation: How Bharat Shapes the World".

Oct 18, 2025 15:27 (IST)
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"English Used To Think Centre Of World Was In Madhya Pradesh": Nick Booker

Oct 18, 2025 15:07 (IST)
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Watch: What Prasanna Mohile Said On Responsible Driving

Oct 18, 2025 15:04 (IST)
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Nick Booker Explains How Ancient India Made Artificial Intelligence Possible

Oct 18, 2025 15:03 (IST)
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"We Are Living In First Indian Decade That Will Prove To Be Indian Century": Nick Booker

Oct 18, 2025 15:00 (IST)
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What Nick Booker Said On Watching NDTV At Global Summit

"My mother keeps up with my life in India by watching NDTV. The tabla of NDTV has been the sound of my life," Nick Booker said.

Oct 18, 2025 14:56 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: Nick Booker To Speak On AI Next

As the audience gathers after lunch, IndoGenius co-founder Nick Booker is set to speak on "AI to AI: How Ancient India Made Artificial Intelligence Possible (And Can Save Us From It)".

Oct 18, 2025 14:06 (IST)
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Prasanna Mohile: "100% Of Our Packaging Is Either Recyclable Or Compostable"

"Today, 100% of our packaging is either recyclable or compostable. In India, our decision to eliminate permanent monocartens under our unboxed initiative, has already saved 7300 tons of carbon emission per annum, equivalent to conserving over two lakh, 50,000 trees annually," Prasanna Mohile concluded.

Oct 18, 2025 14:05 (IST)
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Prasanna Mohile: "We Are Actively Investing In US, India, China"

Prasanna Mohile shared that they are actively investing in US, India, and China. "We have 50 plus portfolio companies worldwide, and have bagged ambitious Indian founders focused on building local solutions for Indians," he said.

Oct 18, 2025 14:02 (IST)
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Prasanna Mohile: "Our 285 Community Initiatives Have Impacted 3.6 Million Lives"

Prasanna Mohile added, "Our 285 community initiatives across 1600 villages in 22 states have impacted 3.6 million lives, delivering long term values in education, health care, water access and skill development, because we believe that progress is meaningful only when it uplifts everyone it touches."

Oct 18, 2025 14:01 (IST)
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Prasanna Mohile On Pernod Richard's Vision

Prasanna Mohile said, "At Pernod Ricard, renewal means reimagining what growth can look like. More than 30 years ago, Pernod Richard began its journey in India with a bold vision - not only to build a business, but to shape the future of the Indian spirit industry. "

Oct 18, 2025 13:54 (IST)
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"Our Products Now Reach Over 85,000 Outlets Nationwide": Prasanna Mohile

"Our products now reach over 85,000 outlets nationwide and are exported to more than 50 countries, contributing meaningfully to India's growing ambition of achieving 1 billion USD in alcohol alcoholic beverage export," said Prasanna Mohile.

Oct 18, 2025 13:48 (IST)
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Prasanna Mohile: "I Represent $52 Billion Alcohol Industry"

Prasanna Mohile: "I represent the $52 billion alcohol industry, a sector that has been powering the nation's economy and showcasing Indian quality and innovation on a world stage". 

Oct 18, 2025 13:43 (IST)
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Prasanna Mohile Next Speaker On NDTV World Summit

Prasanna Mohile is now speaking on "Volatility to Vitality: Shaping the Spirit of India".

Oct 18, 2025 13:34 (IST)
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"Asian-European Is Becoming Common": Parag Khanna At NDTV World Summit

"Indian-American used to be a comment nomenclature. But now Asian-European (or Indian-European) is becoming common. The Philippines used to supply nurses to the world. But they will soon run out of these skilled workers. But I know a country that has 10 times the population of the Philippines," Khanna said.

"We live in a world where your identity is defined by the state that bestows it upon you. You cannot cross a border without carrying a passport issued by a state. Today, I cannot think of any other nation that is a greater incentive to transcend this system where we are so dependent on interstate relations and protocols and agreements and the vast bureaucracy than India. Indians being the largest diaspora in the world, reaching every corner of the planet, being one of the youngest nations in the world. In any given year, India exports in a way more people than any country does," he added.

Oct 18, 2025 13:23 (IST)
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Watch: Parag Khanna Speaks On "Huge Generational Imbalance"

Oct 18, 2025 13:19 (IST)
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"Future Is Brown; Wherever Asians Decide To Go, They Take Asia With Them": Parag Khanna

"Asia not only represents more than half of the global population, it also represents an even larger share of the world population of tomorrow. The literal answer to the future of humanity is through demographics. Just the young populations of Asia, especially India and South East Asia, if you add them up, you get most of the world's most future populations. And therefore, quite literally, the future is brown, the future is also Asians. And wherever Asians decide to go, they take Asia with them," AlphaGeo Founder Parag Khanna said.

Oct 18, 2025 13:15 (IST)
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AlphaGeo Founder Parag Khanna Next Speaker At NDTV World Summit

AlphaGeo Founder and CEO Parag Khanna is now speaking on "The Next Human Era: 5 Future Predictions You Can't Ignore".

Oct 18, 2025 13:14 (IST)
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"We Churn More Graduates Without Skills": Pawha At NDTV World Summit

Pawha also said "we churn more graduates without skills and knowledge". "Future-ready skills are the need of the hour," Kanodia said. 

Oct 18, 2025 13:12 (IST)
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"There Is A Lot That Foreign Universities Can Offer": Deakin University's Ravneet Pawha

"There is a lot that foreign universities can bring in (in terms of skilling people and women empowerment). The 5 Cs that foreign universities can do are: Collaboration (from top to bottom like high skill training), Curriculum (bringing world's best curriculum to India), Culture (very important for Indian culture can come in and help global students), Capacity and Capability (building India's capability is building capability of the world. A lot of youth are hungry here)," Deakin University's Ravneet Pawha said.

Oct 18, 2025 13:02 (IST)
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Majority Of Indian Population Needs Skilling, Says Payal Kanodia

"Skilling and education go hand-in-hand. A majority of the population in India, which is rural, need skilling," M3M Foundation Chairperson and Trustee Dr Payal Kanodia said.

Oct 18, 2025 12:55 (IST)
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Next Session On "Upskilling India: From Knowledge to Employability" Begins

Next we have, Ravneet Pawha, VP, Global Engagement, and CEO, South Asia, Deakin University and M3M Foundation Chairperson and Trustee Dr Payal Kanodia, to speak on "Upskilling India: From Knowledge to Employability". 

Oct 18, 2025 12:48 (IST)
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Watch: Has EV Adoption Risen In India?

Oct 18, 2025 12:44 (IST)
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Is EV Ecosystem A Hype In India? What ChargeZone Founder Said

Asked if the EV ecosystem in India here to stay or is it a hype, Hariyani said: "If you are driving your Lamborgini or Ferrari to office everyday, every car will look like a toy car. 80% of our energy needs are still imported- be it coal, crude oil. When we talk about electric mobility- there are two components - vehicle and the fuel. When we look at the fuel part, electricity is produced from various sources in India. We are a nation where we are blessed by solar gods and wind gods; we shouldn't be holding ourselves back from creating more sources/alternatives of electricity for this (EV) market." 

Oct 18, 2025 12:39 (IST)
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Is It Feasible To Buy Electric Car Without Any Concerns? What Kartikey Hariyani Said

Asked whether it is feasible to buy an electric vehicle and not worry about where is the closest charging station, Kartikey Hariyani said: "Yes it is, the credit goes to the ecosystem - peers, competitors and stakeholders- OEMs who have started investing in EV charging stations."

"If by 2030, which also the government has envisioned - if there are 30% of vehicles on roads are electric, we'll be saving enough dollars - $80-90 billion of forex reserve - which will fund education and healthcare budget of this country," he added.

Oct 18, 2025 12:36 (IST)
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ChargeZone Resolves Issues Of EV Charging: CEO Kartikey Hariyani

"Our firm solves issues of EV charging. The idea was created in 2017 and materialised a year later. At the start, firm started solving EV charging issues for fleet customers- electric buses and cars," ChargeZone founder and CEO Kartikey Hariyani said.

Oct 18, 2025 12:28 (IST)
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ChargeZone CEO Kartikey Hariyani Next Speaker At NDTV World Summit

The next speaker is ChargeZone founder and CEO Kartikey Hariyani, who will focus on "The EV Shift: Charging India". 

Oct 18, 2025 12:26 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: Errors In AI Systems Can Be Exploited, Says Neil Thompson

"Using AI systems for idea generation is fantastic. But we should remember there are errors that can be exploited, can create unexpected harms. AI isn't 100% accurate," Neil Thompson said.

Oct 18, 2025 12:16 (IST)
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"AI Can Be Used In Both Good, Bad Faith": Neil Thompson

Neil Thompson is back on stage, for a Q&A with NDTV's Shiv Aroor. 

Asked about how bad things can get with AI, Thompson said: "AI empowers to do more things. The problem here is this empowerment can be used in both good and bad faith." 

Oct 18, 2025 12:07 (IST)
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"More Than 50 Nations Have Asked For Aadhaar Architecture": Ashwini Vaishnaw

Vaishnaw also said that more than 13 countries are also using the UPI architecture. "Over 50 nations have asked for Aadhaar architecture," he said.

Oct 18, 2025 12:06 (IST)
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"6G Network Will Be Totally Different": Ashwini Vaishnaw

On the future of 6G, Vaishnaw said: "6G will be a totally different network from 4G and 5G. It will be totally new way of thinking. Anything you hold in your hand will be part of that network." 

Oct 18, 2025 12:03 (IST)
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"Quite Funny, Should Be Encouraged": Ashwini Vaishnaw On Video Of Politicians Portrayed As Children

"Quite funny, it should be encouraged," says Ashwini Vaishnaw on video of political leaders being shown as children. "What's important is that we save the society from the significant harm that can be caused from using deepfakes. Technical resolution combined with law will work better on deepfakes," he added. 

Oct 18, 2025 12:01 (IST)
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"Data Is New Oil": Ashwini Vaishnaw At NDTV World Summit 2025

"We have to be Aatmanirbhar (self reliant) in critical minerals for sure. There are heavier variants and there are lighter variants. We will become aatmanirbhar over a period of next years. Data is the new oil, data centres are new refineries. We must make sure that the talent in our country should find the opportunities here rather than going out," Vaishnaw said.

Oct 18, 2025 11:58 (IST)
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Watch: Ashwini Vaishnaw Shows Wafer On AI Work Being Done In India

Oct 18, 2025 11:56 (IST)
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Google's AI Hub Plan In Visakhapatnam 'Good' Plan For Country: Ashwini Vaishnaw

On the plan for a Google AI hub in Visakhapatnam, Ashwini Vaishnaw said: "It is going to be very good for our country. Getting compute facilities in our country is very important for us. Once we have them, then the ability to do good research and develop AI applications will significantly increase." 

Oct 18, 2025 11:53 (IST)
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Sarvam's AI Model To Be Launched In December-January: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Bengaluru-based start-up Sarvam's AI model will be launched either in December or January, Vaishnaw said. "I'll start using Sarvam," he said.

Oct 18, 2025 11:49 (IST)
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Grok Or Gemini: What Does Ashwini Vaishnaw Use At Work?

On India's digital journey, Vaishnaw said there are six models under developments. Asked if he uses Grok or Gemini, he said: "I try to use my own brain". 

Oct 18, 2025 11:45 (IST)
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India Has Second Largest 5G Network In World, Says Ashwini Vaishnaw

On the rollout of 5G network, Vaishnaw said: "India rolled out 5G at a pace which world was amazed at. We have the second largest 5G network in the world. This helped us to reach out to far-flung areas. 90% of the country is covered with 5G network." 

Oct 18, 2025 11:44 (IST)
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Centre Going Big On Digital Credit, Says Ashwini Vaishnaw

Speaking on Digital Public Interface (DPI), Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said: "In terms of DPI, we are going big on digital credit." 

Oct 18, 2025 11:38 (IST)
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Ashwini Vaishnaw Next Speaker At NDTV World Summit 2025

Our next speaker is Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, who will speak on "The Great Indian Techade: Reimagining India's Digital Destiny". 

Oct 18, 2025 11:37 (IST)
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What Is AI's Garden Arranging Path? Neil Thompson Explains

Oct 18, 2025 11:33 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: Neil Thompson Speaks On AI Models

"As AI systems becomes more capable, it becomes easier for them to circumvent some of the things we want them to do," Neil Thompson said. "Smarter AI systems can more easily bypass controls. AI's lack of capabilities has prevented us from having too much chaos. But these capabilities are improving rapidly. Right now, we have no guarantees that more capable systems will also be more controllable," he added.

Oct 18, 2025 11:26 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: Chaos Witnessed In AI System, Says Neil Thompson

Speaking on the "Rise of the Machines: Command or Chaos?", Neil Thompson said: "We have seen chaos in artificial intelligence (AI)... AI is a big departure from traditional IT systems." 

Oct 18, 2025 11:25 (IST)
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Watch Live: Day 2 Of NDTV World Summit

Oct 18, 2025 11:14 (IST)
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Day 2 Of NDTV World Summit Begins

The Day 2 of the NDTV World Summit has began, and Neil Thompson (Director, FutureTech Research Project, MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Lab) is the first speaker. He will speak on the "Rise of the Machines: Command or Chaos?

Oct 18, 2025 11:08 (IST)
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Parag Khanna, AlphaGeo CEO, To Attend NDTV World Summit 2025 Today

Parag Khanna, the founder and CEO of AlphaGeo, will attend the NDTV World Summit today. He will speak on "The Next Human Era: 5 Future Predictions You Can't Ignore". 

Khanna is a global strategy advisor, bestselling author and founder and CEO of AlphaGeo, an AI-powered geospatial analytics platform focused on future-proofing global investing in times of rising volatility. His expertise spans geopolitics, international relations and economic strategy.

Khanna has authored seven internationally bestselling books, including MOVE: Where People Are Going for a Better Future (2021) and The Future is Asian (2019). He also wrote a trilogy on global order. His works have been translated into more than 20 languages. Recognised globally, he has been listed among Esquire's "75 Most Influential People of the 21st Century" and featured on WIRED magazine's "Smart List."

Oct 18, 2025 11:02 (IST)
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Behind The Scenes Of Day 2 Of NDTV World Summit

Oct 18, 2025 10:50 (IST)
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Watch: Congress Tried To Shut Fuel Pumps To Avoid Government Subsidies, Says PM Modi

Oct 18, 2025 10:43 (IST)
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Stage Set For Day 2 Of NDTV World Summit 2025

Oct 18, 2025 10:17 (IST)
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"Pak's A Military Dictatorship As Opposed To India": Ex-Australian PM At NDTV World Summit

Former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott on Friday called Pakistan a "military dictatorship" as opposed to India - a "liberal democracy". Speaking at the NDTV World Summit 2025, Abbott said one of the biggest mistakes the US made during the Cold War was consistently "tilting towards Pakistan".

"One of the big mistakes that America made during the Cold War period was consistently tilting towards Pakistan - a military dictatorship, as opposed to India - a liberal democracy. For the last 20 years, Americans, very sensibly, have been trying to rectify that. I think this is a serious setback, but given the fundamental community of interests and values that India does have with the democracies, I think it landed a temporary setback," Abbott said.

"America's fundamental interests lie in a strong friendship with India compared to Pakistan. India's fundamental interests lie in a strong partnership with fellow democracies, much less than with dictatorships," he added.

Oct 18, 2025 10:02 (IST)
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India's Neighbourhood First Policy Helping All: Sri Lanka PM At NDTV World Summit

Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya on Friday said India's neighbourhood first policy is helping all the neighbouring countries. 

Speaking at the NDTV World Summit on "Steering change in uncertain times", she thanked India for its support during the economic crisis in 2022. "This support is a lasting reminder that India's help at our hour of need is remembered and deeply valued by our people," she said.

India, she said, "redefined leadership" during the crisis.

Oct 18, 2025 09:08 (IST)
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"New India Doesn't Endure Terror Silently": PM Modi On Op Sindoor At NDTV World Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that the era of a "silent India" in the face of terrorism is over, asserting that the country now gives a "befitting response" to those who threaten its security. Speaking at the NDTV World Summit 2025, the Prime Minister referred to Operation Sindoor as an example of India's decisive stance on cross-border terrorism.

"Now, the self-reliant India does not stay silent. It gives a befitting response through surgical strikes, airstrikes, and Operation Sindoor," PM Modi said, drawing applause from the audience.

Oct 18, 2025 09:07 (IST)
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Who Is Nick Booker, Co-Founder Of IndoGenius Set To Attend NDTV World Summit

Nick Booker, the co-founder at IndoGenius, will be among the attendees and speakers at the NDTV World Summit today. As co-founder and CEO of IndoGenius, Nick Booker advises international universities, companies, government agencies, and investors on building engagement with India. His clients include the New Zealand Prime Minister's Scholarship for Asia, the Australian Government's New Colombo Plan, and many universities and organisations from the UK, US, Germany, France, New Zealand, and Australia. He has also collaborated with the British Council, UKIERI, the Institut Francais, the European Commission, and the US Department of State.

Oct 18, 2025 08:34 (IST)
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"Old Global Order Gone, There Will Be More Multipolarity": Rishi Sunak To NDTV On Tariffs

The old global order that people of his generation grew up with "is gone" and the focus will now be on multipolarity and domestic capabilities, former UK Prime Minister Sunak has said.

Speaking at the NDTV World Summit on Friday, Sunak also spoke about the India-UK trade deal and how China doesn't play by the same rules as others. 

"The old global order, or globalisation, that I grew up with, which came into place after the fall of the Berlin Wall, that is gone, and I don't think it is coming back. But a couple of themes are clear: There will be more multipolarity in the world - and India is an example of that - and I think the second is countries everywhere are focused much more on domestic capabilities," he said.

Oct 18, 2025 08:33 (IST)
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Neil Thompson At NDTV World Summit 2025: All About MIT FutureTech Director

Neil Thompson, Director of the FutureTech Research Project at MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL), is among the leaders attending the NDTV World Summit today. 

Since May 2021, Thompson has served as Director of MIT's FutureTech research initiative, where he focuses on emerging technologies and their impact on business and society. Simultaneously, he holds the position of Principal Research Scientist at MIT's Initiative on the Digital Economy.

At the MIT Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL), his roles have progressed from Associate Member to Research Scientist and, most recently, Principal Research Scientist.

Thompson was also an assistant professor of innovation and strategy at MIT Sloan School of Management, where he co-directed the Experimental Innovation Lab (X-Lab).

Oct 18, 2025 07:35 (IST)
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Three-Time Grammy Winner Ricky Kej At NDTV World Summit 2025 Today

Ricky Kej, an Indian music composer and three-time Grammy Award winner, is set to take the stage today. He began his career as a keyboardist for the band Angel Dust. In 2003, he founded his own studio, Raveolution, and became a full-time composer. Till date, Ricky Kej has released 24 studio albums and composed music for over 3,500 commercials and eight feature films. His career is further distinguished by his environmental advocacy, earning him the title of UN Global Humanitarian Artist and recognition from the Parliament of Canada.

He will be leading an exciting session titled "Music and Conclusion" today.

Oct 18, 2025 07:07 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit 2025 LIVE: Biggest Global Names Set To Converge On Day 2

The 2025 edition of the NDTV World Summit, which saw powerful speeches, including by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and impactful discussions yesterday, will see several more global leaders taking centre stage at the Bharat Mandapam in the capital today.

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Grammy winner Ricky Kej will be among a host of  leaders, cultural icons, business leaders, innovators and voices of imagination who will converge for a dialogue that will be rooted in thoughtful exploration of what it means to navigate complexity with clarity and conscience.

Oct 17, 2025 21:02 (IST)
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PM Modi Concludes Speech At NDTV World Summit

PM Modi has concluded his speech at the NDTV World Summit. The event has also concluded for the day.

Oct 17, 2025 21:01 (IST)
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"Big Change In Chhattisgarh's Bastar": PM Modi On Efforts To Eliminate Maoism

Oct 17, 2025 20:59 (IST)
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"303 Maoists Surrendered Under Present Regime": PM Modi At NDTV World Summit 2025

PM Modi said 303 Maoists have surrendered under the current regime. "They were not normal people; they were carrying bounties on their heads and huge cache of arms was recovered from them. Earlier, the headlines were about vehicles being blown up in Bastar and security personnel killed in Bastar; today, the youth there are organising Bastar Olympics. This is a big change. Now, they will be able to celebrate Diwali." 

Oct 17, 2025 20:57 (IST)
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Urban Maoists Dominated During Congress Rule, Says PM Modi

Speaking on Maoism, PM Modi said: "Naxalwaad comes from Maoist terror. During the Congress rule, there was dominance of the ecosystem of urban Maoists. Several victims of Maoist terror came to Delhi a few days ago. Many of them had lost their limbs to Maoism. They were in Delhi for seven days. But the contractors of Maoism didn't let their plea reach the world. In the last 50-55 years, thousands were killed by Maoist terror. These Maoists will not get schools or hospitals built. They will not let doctors enter hospitals. They would bomb institutions."

He added: "Maoist terror was an injustice to the youth of people and I couldn't have let this happen to them. I used to feel agitated. This is the first time I am expressing my pain to the world. Which is why, after 2014, we made efforts to bring these wayward youth to the mainstream. Today, the country is seeing the results of these efforts." 

 

Oct 17, 2025 20:47 (IST)
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Modi Government Focuses On Making People's Lives Easier, Says PM At NDTV World Summit

"Listen to all their (Congress') speeches from the Red Fort, all of them were about the poor. But they couldn't reduce poverty. Today, there is a dedicated government for the poor, we prioritise those marginalised. Congress did not leave any stone unturned in destroying BSNL. Today, BSNL is scaling new heights... A sensitive government and a government dedicated towards democracy and Constitution makes such decisions and policies. Our stress is on making people's lives easier and increasing their savings," PM Modi said.

Oct 17, 2025 20:42 (IST)
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Congress Tried To Shut Fuel Pumps To Avoid Government Subsidies, Says PM Modi

Continuing his attack on the Congress, PM Modi said: "In the petrol and gas sector, before 2014, so that they don't have to give subsidies, Congress was planning to close petrol pumps from 8 pm to 8 am. Now the stations are open 24x7. In 2013, the Congress was brainstorming if they should give six cylinders or nine cylinders per year. We gave free gas connections to 10 crore people. In that era of governmentalisation, they would put locks on PSUs if they were not performing well. But, we changed that thought, and all our PSUs are making new records of profits."

Oct 17, 2025 20:35 (IST)
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"Created Mountain Of NPAs": PM Modi Hits Out At Congress

Hitting out at the previous Congress-led Centre, PM Modi said: "Unlike the Congress, we worked towards democratising policies; this is the driving force behind 'Unstoppable Bharat'. The Congress distanced people from banks. Poor people were scared to go to the banks. When we took over, half of the population didn't even have bank accounts." 

He added: "Banks were nationalised during Indira Gandhi's tenure with an argument that banking has to reach the poor. But in reality, banks moved away from the poor. In 2014, when we came to power, half of India's population did not have a bank account. We democratised the banking system, and opened more than 50 crore Jan Dhan accounts in mission mode. We took the country out of this governmentalisation. We brought reforms into the banking sector. Digital transactions have made India one of the most inclusive countries in terms of finance. Congress governments created mountain of NPAs (non-performing assets)." 

Oct 17, 2025 20:27 (IST)
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PM Modi At NDTV World Summit: India Performed Better Than Every Estimate

"India has proved everyone wrong. Today, world's 50% digital transaction happens in India. India's UPI dominates global digital payments. India performed better than every estimate. This is India's mood today," PM Modi said.

Oct 17, 2025 20:25 (IST)
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World Sees India As Responsible Partner, Says PM Modi

"Soon after Covid-19, headlines were dominated by conflicts and wars. But India kept moving forward. In the last three years, India's average growth has been 7.8%. Just two days ago, the merchandise exports data came out, and India's exports have grown by 7%," PM Modi said.

"S&P upgraded India's credit rating after 17 years. Today, big investments are being made in the green energy and semi-conductor sectors. IMF did an upward revision of India's growth. Google made a big investment announcement the other day. (UK PM Keir) Starmer came to India with his biggest delegation. It showed the world sees opportunity in India. The world sees India as a responsible partner," he added. 

Oct 17, 2025 20:22 (IST)
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Watch: India Defied All Odds In Last 11 Years, Says PM Modi

Oct 17, 2025 20:19 (IST)
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Self-Reliant India Does Not Stay Silent, Says PM Modi At NDTV World Summit

PM Modi added: "Now, the self-reliant India does not stay silent, it gives a befitting response through surgical strikes, airstrikes and Operation Sindoor. During Covid, when everyone was thinking about how this country will save itself, India proved every assumption wrong. We defeated the challenge and became the fastest-growing economy." 

Oct 17, 2025 20:17 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: India Took On Every Challenge After 2014, Says PM Modi

"I will try to contextualise it in terms of the situation 11 years ago. Before 2014, the discussions would be on how India would brace for global headwinds, till when India will be in policy paralysis, when scams will stop, and there were questions about women's security. There were terrorist sleeper cells and 'mehengai dayan khaye jaat hai' was popular. Then everyone thought India would not be able to come out of this. But India took on every challenge. Now, from the fragile five, it has become a part of the top five economies. Inflation is below 2%," PM Modi said.

Oct 17, 2025 20:16 (IST)
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NDTV Summit Session Theme 'Unstoppable Bharat' Absolutely Relevant, Says PM Modi

"There are a number of roadblocks across the world, the topic (Unstoppable India) becomes relevant. Before 2014, recall the topics that were discussed in conclaves. Discussions centred around how will India face global headwinds? How will it remain in a state of policy paralysis?" PM Modi said. "Mehengai dayan khae jaat hai - this song was very popular before 2014." 

Oct 17, 2025 20:12 (IST)
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"Season Of Festivals": PM Modi Extends Diwali Greetings To All

At the NDTV summit, PM Modi began by extending his Diwali greetings to all. "This is the season of festivals. Happy Diwali to all," he said.

He added: "In this happy environment, NDTV has organised its world summit. And the topic is apt - Unstoppable India. India is not in the mood to stop. 140 crore Indians will move ahead." 

Oct 17, 2025 20:10 (IST)
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Watch: PM Modi Begins Addressing Audience At NDTV World Summit

Oct 17, 2025 19:59 (IST)
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Watch Live: PM Modi Arrives At NDTV World Summit 2025

Oct 17, 2025 19:49 (IST)
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PM Modi To Speak At NDTV World Summit Shortly

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will speak shortly on "Unstoppable Bharat: The Force of Now" at the NDTV World Summit 2025.

Oct 17, 2025 19:23 (IST)
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Musical Notes With Sahil Vasudeva

Pianist and composer Sahil Vasudeva joins NDTV World Summit 2025 for "Musical Notes" along with his fusion band.

Oct 17, 2025 19:19 (IST)
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Who Understands Society Better? What Sri Lankan PM Said At NDTV Summit

Asked who understands the society better - an anthropologist or a politician, Sri Lankan PM Harini Amarasuriya said: "See, the purpose of understanding is to transform it. Not only do I get to understand it better, but I can also transform it."

Oct 17, 2025 19:18 (IST)
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Unseen Photos Of Sri Lankan PM Harini Amarasuriya

Oct 17, 2025 19:08 (IST)
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Sri Lanka Has Restructured Its Debt, Digitised Public Structure, Says PM

"The presidential and parliamentary elections achieved a clear mandate for a forward-looking Sri Lanka. We have restructured our debt and we are digitising the public structure," Sri Lankan PM Harini Amarasuriya said.

Oct 17, 2025 18:59 (IST)
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India's Neighbourhood First Policy Helping All, Says Sri Lankan PM

"Standing here in Delhi, feels like coming a full circle. In 1991, I was a student here at Hindu College. It was a period of change. Returning now, I have seen India transform. It's a vibrant country of 1.4 billion. I express my deepest gratitude to PM Modi and the Indian people for extending their support during the economic crisis in 2022," Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya said.

"Risk is the first step towards revival. As leaders, we must remember that risks may be perceived differently by other people. So, we should take care of the marginalised and vulnerable. Sri Lanka went through a phase of political and economic crises after Covid. But the resilience of the people shone through," she added.

Oct 17, 2025 18:57 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: Love 'Chole Bhature', Says Sri Lankan PM Harini Amarasuriya

"I love 'chole bhature'. The first Hindi film that I have ever seen is Abhimaan. I can speak 'thoda thoda' in Hindi," Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya said, when asked about her likes related to Indian food or movies.

Oct 17, 2025 18:52 (IST)
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Watch: Sri Lankan PM Harini Amarasuriya Addresses NDTV World Summit 2025

Oct 17, 2025 18:51 (IST)
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Watch: What Narayana Murthy Said On Son-In-Law Rishi Sunak

Oct 17, 2025 18:50 (IST)
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Sri Lankan PM Next Speaker At NDTV World Summit 2025

Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya will be the next speaker this evening. She will deliver a speech on "Steering Change in Uncertain Times". 

Oct 17, 2025 18:48 (IST)
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"Prefer To Be Called Professor Over PM": Rishi Sunak

On how he prefers to be addressed, Sunak said: "My parents would have been happier if I were Dr Sunak. So, I would pick Professor over PM Sunak. It's much better to be at university when you don't have exams. What I am enjoying the most is spending time with my daughters, something I didn't get to do in those five years."

Oct 17, 2025 18:46 (IST)
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'Mithai' Is Most Important For Me: Rishi Sunak On Diwali Shopping

Sunak also shared his experience on the Diwali shopping in Delhi. "I was in Khan Market this morning. The most important thing to me is the 'mithai'. I told my MIL that we should get something sweet. So then we went to the Bengali market, and I stuffed my face with kulfi. And I also have jalebi and barfi to take back home."

Oct 17, 2025 18:44 (IST)
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On Issue Of Immigration, Here's What Rishi Sunak Said At NDTV World Summit 2025

"On the issue of migration, I come from a family of immigrants. But the first issue is the issue of illegal migration, it's the government's decision who can come to your country, as it's a matter of fundamental sovereignty. And then, about legal migration, after Covid, the number exploded. So, I took strict measures. The UK and every country also want to have the most talented people. So we always have that in the back of our minds," Sunak said. 

Oct 17, 2025 18:42 (IST)
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Rishi Sunak On His Relationship With In-laws Sudha Murthy, Narayana Murthy

The former UK PM also spoke about his relationship with his mother-in-law Sudha Murthy (MIL) and his father-in-law (FIL) Narayana Murthy. 

"The thing that I took from him (FIL) was that I should try to be respected. What I learnt from my MIL was extraordinarily compassionate. That's something I see in Akshata. The way my MIL can interact with people from every walk of life is something that's extraordinary, and I want to learn that from her," he said.

Oct 17, 2025 18:34 (IST)
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Ties Between Nations More Powerful If Based On Trust, Says Rishi Sunak

Sunak said: "Every country is going to work in their national interest. India signing a deal with the UK is a great sign in a world that has become more protectionist. Other countries are also making sure that they work with each other. I feel you will get less from these relationships if you see them as transactional. If the relationship is based on trust, that will be more powerful." 

Oct 17, 2025 18:32 (IST)
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Live Updates: India Clearly The Economic Superpower, Says Rishi Sunak At NDTV World Summit

"India clearly is the economic superpower. For the first time in 100 years, cricket is going to be a sport in the Olympics in 2028. This is because of India. But more broadly, the economy is growing very fast. A couple of things stand out to me - technology and energy. As PM Modi reminds me, India has just about surpassed the UK in terms of the number of Unicorns," Sunak said.

Oct 17, 2025 18:30 (IST)
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Rishi Sunak Speaks On Technology, Need For Regulations

"Telephone, electricity and other tech took decades, ChatGPT took just two months to reach the 100 million user mark," said Rishi Sunak on technology leapfrogging.

"Outside of the European Union, the freedom we have is the regulatory flexibility. We have not imposed restrictions. This technology is moving so quickly. But that said, it's important for governments to ensure the safety of the citizens. So corrective action can be taken. So the attitude should be pro-innovation. But we need to ensure safeguards from security risks," he added.

Oct 17, 2025 18:26 (IST)
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Watch: My Favourite Player Growing Up Was Rahul Dravid, Says Rishi Sunak

Oct 17, 2025 18:24 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: Rishi Sunak Explains UK's Role In Post-Brexit World

"The deepest trade deal that India has signed is with the UK. But there is also this deal that the UK is signing with the US. Economic power is shifting east. The UK has four of the top universities in the world. That's the impact the UK has on the post-Brexit world," Sunak said.

Oct 17, 2025 18:22 (IST)
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Watch: What Rishi Sunak Said On Proposing Wife Akshata Murty

Oct 17, 2025 18:21 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: What Rishi Sunak Said On Trump Tariffs

On India navigating the turbulence caused by US tariffs, Sunak said: "The old global order, which I grew up with, is gone. I don't think it's coming back. But a couple of themes are clear. I see more multipolarity, and countries will focus on their own strengths."

Oct 17, 2025 18:16 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates 2025: India, UK Free Trade Deal A Positive Signal, Says Sunak

Sunak also spoke on the Free Trade Agreement between India and the UK. "Great to see the trade deal being signed - something that I had started. There are two things that the trade deal signifies. In a world that is becoming more protectionist, the deal sends a positive signal. And it tells business and civil societies that relationship matters," he said. 

Oct 17, 2025 18:13 (IST)
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Cheering For England But Have Soft Spot For India, Says Rishi Sunak On Upcoming Match

On the upcoming India-Australia match, ex-PM Rishi Sunak said: "I am cheering for England but I have a soft spot for India, but then I am also a big fan of RCB. There is cricket in every part of my life. My favourite cricketer while growing up was Rahul Dravid. And Joe Root is the best." 

Oct 17, 2025 18:10 (IST)
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India Means An Enormous Amount To Me, Says Rishi Sunak

"I am perfectly happy in the UK. India means an enormous amount to me; it means a lot to the UK. My family came from India to UK via East Africa. I took my oath on the Bhagavad Gita. I have a Ganesha idol on my desk. My wife is a South Indian and I am a Punjabi, but it's not as dramatic as the movie Two States," former UK PM Rishi Sunak said at the NDTV World Summit 2025.

Speaking about his wife Akshata Murty, he said he proposed to her on a cliff in California in Kannada. 

Oct 17, 2025 18:06 (IST)
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Watch Live: Rishi Sunak At NDTV Global Summit 2025

Oct 17, 2025 18:04 (IST)
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Watch: Actor Samantha Prabhu Speaks On 'Oo Antava'

Oct 17, 2025 18:01 (IST)
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Former UK PM Rishi Sunak To Speak At NDTV World Summit 2025 Shortly

Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will next address the summit on "Navigating the Unknown: Policy, Power, Perspective". Born to Indian parents in Southampton with roots in Punjab, Sunak is the first Indian-origin person to have served as the Prime Minister of Britain, from 2022 to 2024.

Oct 17, 2025 17:57 (IST)
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Samantha Ruth Prabhu On Why Meditation Is "Non Negotiable" For Her

"Meditation grounds me... It has become a non negotiable for me. If someone is on the fence about meditation (please go for it)... Meditation is the greatest tool..." she says.  

Oct 17, 2025 17:54 (IST)
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Samantha Ruth Prabhu On Pushpa Chartbuster 'Oo Antava': "It Was A One-Time Thing"

"I did Oo Antava to see if I could. It was a challenge that I gave myself. I never considered myself sexy. No one was ever going to give me a 'bold role'. It was a one-time thing," says actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu on performing the popular Telugu song Oo Antava with Allu Arjun in Pushpa: The Rise. 

Oct 17, 2025 17:52 (IST)
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Samantha Ruth Prabhu On The Family Man 2: "I Went Searching For Raji"

"I went searching for this role. No one would have given me this role... I had played the girl-next-door roles in the south... Raji was completely different from anything I had ever done," says Samantha Ruth Prabhu on playing the role of a Sri Lankan Tamil rebel called Raji in The Family Man season 2.

Oct 17, 2025 17:49 (IST)
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"I'm Very Ambitious": Samantha Ruth Prabhu

"I'm very ambitious. Ambition should not just run wild, it should come with some purpose. It is important for youth today to select their mentors very carefully... I selected my mentors very carefully who changed the trajectory of my life. That is the reason more people in higher positions must also be very responsible," says Samantha Ruth Prabhu.

Oct 17, 2025 17:45 (IST)
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"My Personal Struggles Have Been Very Public": Samantha Ruth Prabhu

"Anyone who has followed my journey is aware of the personal struggles... My separation, illness, everything has been very, very public. You are constantly judged for being vulnerable, you're constantly trolled for being vulnerable," says Samantha Ruth Prabhu.

Oct 17, 2025 17:42 (IST)
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Samantha Ruth Prabhu: "Authenticity Need Of The Hour"

Samantha Ruth Prabhu: "Authenticity is the need of the hour... We tried the route of perfection... But it distances people... Everyone wears the same clothes, says the same things... I'm not perfect, I might make mistakes, I'm trying to do better." 

Oct 17, 2025 17:39 (IST)
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Samantha Ruth Prabhu At NDTV World Summit 2025

Actor and entrepreneur Samantha Ruth Prabhu on the importance of staying real in a world chasing perfection at NDTV World Summit 2025's session titled "Authenticity: The New Fame".

Oct 17, 2025 17:38 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu To Take Centre Stage Soon

Next, we will have actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu, who will speak on "Authenticity: The New Fame". 

Oct 17, 2025 17:33 (IST)
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Watch: GE Aerospace CEO (South Asia) Vikram Rai Recalls His First Flight

Oct 17, 2025 17:25 (IST)
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Live Updates: PM Modi To Address NDTV Global Summit 2025 Shortly

Oct 17, 2025 17:14 (IST)
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Watch: Actor Samantha Prabhu's Relationship Advice For Gen Z

Oct 17, 2025 16:52 (IST)
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Watch: Everyone Looking At Opportunities In India, Says Gautam Singhania At NDTV World Summit

Oct 17, 2025 16:20 (IST)
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Watch: BCCI Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar On Trolls, Hate Mails

Oct 17, 2025 16:01 (IST)
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Motorsport Not Practised In India, Says Raymond Chairman Hari Singhania

"If you want to grow in motosport, you have to have an ecosystem. Motorsport is not practised here. My daughter rides in Belgium because the ecosystem is there. I can go racing every day in the UK," Raymond Group Chairman Gautam Hari Singhania said.

Oct 17, 2025 15:54 (IST)
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More Global Firms Want To Do Business In India, Says Raymond Group Chairman

"More and more global companies want to do business in India. Literally, on a weekly basis, we are getting calls to invest in India," Raymond Group Chairman Gautam Hari Singhania said.

Oct 17, 2025 15:50 (IST)
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Raymond Won't Operate In US, Don't Want To Deal With Uncertainty: Chairman At NDTV World Summit

"As the middle class grows, as its aspirations grow, everyone wants affordable luxury. There is a huge interest in aerospace and defence to manufacture in India. Will it happen? Yes. How long will it take? It can be anybody's guess. As a conscious decision, we have decided that we will not operate in the US. We don't want to deal with that uncertainty," Raymond Group Chairman Gautam Hari Singhania said.

Oct 17, 2025 15:48 (IST)
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Indian Consumer Has Lot Of Trust In Raymond, Says Chairman Singhania

Raymond Group Chairman Gautam Hari Singhania said: "As a company, we are not in the luxury, we are in the belly of the market. Ninety-nine percent of our product is in the belly of the market. The Indian consumer has a lot of trust in Raymond. We operate in the affordable luxury market." 

Oct 17, 2025 15:45 (IST)
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Watch: BCCI Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar On Challenges

Oct 17, 2025 15:43 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: Agarkar On Shami

On Shami's non-selection and complaints regarding the snub for the upcoming Australia tour: "If he says that to me, I will probably answer that. I mean if he was here, I would probably do that. I am not quite sure what he said on social media. Maybe if I read that, I might give him a call but my phone is always on for all the players. I have had multiple chats with him over the last few months, but I don't want to try and give you a headline here.

"He has been an incredible performer for India. If he said something, maybe that is a conversation for me to have with him or him to have with me. But even before England, we said if he was fit, he would have been on the plane. Unfortunately, he wasn't and our domestic season has just started."

Oct 17, 2025 15:43 (IST)
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Raymond Group Chairman Gautam Hari Singhania Addresses NDTV World Summit 2025

Raymond Group Chairman Gautam Hari Singhania is now addressing the NDTV World Summit 2025, on "Weaving the India Story". Gautam Singhania is the son of Vijaypat Singhania, a prominent businessman and former chairman of Raymond Group, the world's leading producer of suiting fabric. He joined the family business in 1986 and became a director of Raymond Group in 1990. He was appointed managing director in July 1999 and Chairman in September 2000. 

Oct 17, 2025 15:43 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: Agarkar On Selection Disagreements

Agarkar: "Rahul Dravid used to be the coach and we've had some real disagreements, even though he is a friend. That's because we both want the best for the team. Similarly with the captains, be it Rohit Sharma or Shubman Gill."

Oct 17, 2025 15:38 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: Agarkar On Kohli, Rohit's Test Retirement

Agarkar states that he did not read any 'hate mails' directed at him regarding the Test retirements of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.

"I did not read them. Both (Kohli and Rohit) were very aware of the situation of a new WTC cycle, and perhaps they felt that they wouldn't have gone for another two years. England was a series where we would've loved some experience. But they had made their decision. When they've made a particular decision, you have to respect that."

Oct 17, 2025 15:35 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: Agarkar On Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma's Future

Agarkar: "They are part of the squad at the moment for Australia. They've been incredible players for a long period of time. 2027 (World Cup) is a long way away, but you're not going to put them on trial because they have ODI averages of over 50 or close to 50."

"Two years from now, it is difficult to say what the situation will be. Who knows, there can be younger players who will take the spot. Both are great players, and they will not be put to the test in every match. Once they start playing, we will assess the situation. It is about winning trophies, not just runs. It is not like if they score three hundreds in the Australia series, they will play the World Cup in 2027. We have to take the situation into consideration."

Oct 17, 2025 15:33 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: Agarkar On Legacy Cricketers

The BCCI Chief Selector said, "Legacy cricketers have created that legacy for themselves. You'd rather have those experienced players playing well. You have to treat them with respect. Some of the conversations with them don't come out, but there is nothing but respect."

Oct 17, 2025 15:31 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: Does Indian Cricket Have An Eye On The Future?

Ajit Agarkar said, "You've got to have one eye on the future. No two ways about it. There has to be a half-eye, if not a (full) eye on the future. Your job is to leave Indian cricket in good health in three or four years' time."

Oct 17, 2025 15:30 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: "Lot Of Players Comfortable Approaching Selector" - Agarkar

Oct 17, 2025 15:30 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: Agarkar On Selection Criteria

Agarkar explains that fitness is a key parameter for selection, while form is crucial to maintain your place: "You are well aware of which players you want to give a longer rope to, while some other guys may not get such a long rope. That is a judgment call."

Oct 17, 2025 15:26 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: How Ajit Agarkar Handles Pressure

Agarkar elaborates on the pressures of being a selector:

"Having so many players to pick from is a good problem to have. It improves the competition levels, and the performance levels stay high. The sport is so popular in India that there will be people who will be critical of your decisions. The fanbases have increased multiple times over the last few years."

When asked if he takes note of social media trends like #JusticeForShreyasIyer, Agarkar says: "I don't. It is a no-win situation. We watch a lot of cricket through the course of the year."

Oct 17, 2025 15:21 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: "Why BCCI Chief Selector Role Is Challenging"

Ajit Agarkar explains why his role as BCCI Chief Selector is the most challenging job of his career:

"Playing gives you the most satisfaction. Everytime you step on the field, you know your job is on the line. One thing that goes for you as a player is that the ball or bat is in your hand. As a selector, once you pick a squad of 15, there is nothing else in your hand. It is a challenging, hectic, high-demand job. You can't please everyone."

Oct 17, 2025 15:20 (IST)
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Watch: BCCI Chief Ajit Agarkar At NDTV World Summit 2025

Oct 17, 2025 15:18 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: BCCI Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar Takes Centre Stage

Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Chairman of Selectors Ajit Agarkar is on stage at the NDTV World Summit 2025. A respectable all-rounder for India during his playing days, Agarkar now holds one of the most important positions in Indian cricket as its chief selector since July 2023. Recently, Agarkar was part of one of the most important decisions in Indian cricket, handing over captaincy of the ODI team to Shubman Gill.

Oct 17, 2025 15:11 (IST)
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BCCI Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar Next Speaker At NDTV World Summit 2025

BCCI Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar is the next speaker. He will talk on the theme - "The Uncertainty of Choice, The Inevitability of Change".

Oct 17, 2025 15:05 (IST)
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Chief Justice BR Gavai Attends NDTV World Summit 2025

Chief Justice of  India BR Gavai is also attending the first day of the NDTV World Summit 2025.

Oct 17, 2025 15:02 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: Sachin Jain Speaks On Diverse Usage Of Gold

"Today, we have a very diverse usage of gold. About 74% of the annual usage of gold is consumed by developing markets- China, India, Middle East. About 20% of annual consumption comes from central banks, and nations who are making strength. About 33% of consumptions comes from jewellery. About 7% consumption comes from technology. In today's world, where geopolitics is evolving, nations are behaving differently. We will be looking at a future where gold will be a fundamental of this growth," Jain said.

Oct 17, 2025 15:00 (IST)
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Watch: Ex-PM Tony Abbott On The Most 'Aussie' Slang One Can Learn

Oct 17, 2025 14:55 (IST)
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Gold Part Of Social Fabric In India, Says World Gold Council's Sachin Jain

"Gold has performed as the most important and unmovable hedge. We have seen stories of gold in kingdoms, treasuries, temples. In India, gold has been part of the social fabric. We all consume gold irrespective of economic or geographic strata," Jain said.

Oct 17, 2025 14:54 (IST)
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Gold An Asset Class, Says Sachin Jain At NDTV World Summit 2025

"We at Gold Council are experts in gold. Gold has been the anchor that has performed timelessness over the years. It's not just a sleepy asset class, but an asset class that has performed phenomenally well in these times of flux," Sachin Jain said.

Oct 17, 2025 14:49 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit 2025 Resumes After Lunch, Sachin Jain Next Speaker

As the summit resumes after lunch, Sachin Jain, Regional CEO, World Gold Council, is set to speak on 'The Timeless Hedge: Gold in the Age of Flux'.

Oct 17, 2025 14:49 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit 2025 Resumes After Lunch, Sachin Jain Next Speaker

As the summit resumes after lunch, Sachin Jain, Regional CEO, World Gold Council, is set to speak on 'The Timeless Hedge: Gold in the Age of Flux'.

Oct 17, 2025 13:32 (IST)
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India Will Receive One Aircraft Every Week In Coming Days, Says Vikram Rai

"India will receive one aircraft every week. With every new aircraft comes a new responsibility," Vikram Rai said.

Oct 17, 2025 13:30 (IST)
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Vikram Rai Hails Centre's UDAN Scheme For Aviation Sector

"UDAN has been the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, where a 'hawai chappal'-wearing citizen can even fly. I felt great when my house help said she is going on a vacation on a plane," Rai said.

The UDAN ("Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik") scheme aims to democratise aviation by making flying accessible and affordable for all. 

Oct 17, 2025 13:26 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: Vikram Rai Speaks On 'The Future Takes Flight'

Vikram Rai, CEO, GE Aerospace, South Asia, will speak next on "The Future Takes Flight". Vikram Rai is the CEO of GE Aerospace, South Asia. He is a seasoned business leader with nearly two decades of experience in the civil aerospace sector, covering airlines and airports. He began his career at HBE-Aviosec, a start-up in the airports and broadcasting domain, where he held increasing responsibilities from 2002 to 2007. He then served as General Manager at Rolls-Royce.

Oct 17, 2025 13:25 (IST)
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Ex-Australian PM Tony Abbott Praises Sachin Tendulkar, Calls Him 'Genius'

Abbott also spoke on the upcoming India-Australia match. "We won 3-1 in test series and expect the same in ODI. Everyone who attends the game will be mesmerised by skills and sportsmanship. Cricket is something important India and Australia have in common," he said. He said he prefers Patt Cummins over Jasprit Bumrah, and Sachin Tendulkar over Ricky Ponting. "Tendulkar was a genius," he said.

Oct 17, 2025 13:20 (IST)
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"Pakistan, At Heart, Is Military Society. India Is Totally Different," Says Abbott At NDTV World Summit

Oct 17, 2025 13:19 (IST)
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US Should Know Who Its Better Friends Are, Says Tony Abbott

On the India-Pakistan issue, Tony Abbott said: "America's fundamental interests lie in a strong friendship with India compared to Pakistan. India's fundamental interests lie in a strong partnership with fellow democracies much less than with dictatorships." 

He added: "Pakistan cooperated so close with US on terrorism that they gave (Osama) Bin Laden a home for the best part of a decade. There are good people in Pakistan, but it is still at heart a military society with a strong Islamist streak. India is totally different. I'm not saying US should not work with Pakistan where it can. But, it needs to know where its better friends are." 

Oct 17, 2025 13:16 (IST)
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Tony Abbott Addresses Problem Of Racial Attacks Against Indians In Australia

On growing racial attacks against Indians in Australia, the former PM said: "There are two issues here. Is the immigration to Australia too high? We have had absolutely high record numbers throughout the year. Does immigration need to be scaled back? The other issue is crime. Melbourne has a crime problem. There are gangs out of control. The Victorian police are working on this. It is about time that the police once again take control of the streets." 

Oct 17, 2025 13:12 (IST)
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Ukrainians Have Been Absolutely Heroic, Says Ex-Australian PM

On the Russia-Ukraine war, Abbott said: "Ukrainians have been absolutely heroic. I wish democracies in the world had done more for them. If Ukraine was part of NATO, there would have been no Russian incursion." 

Oct 17, 2025 13:10 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit 2025 Live Updates: Weakness Is Provocative, Says Abbott On Chinese Incursions

On Chinese incursions in Ladakh and the South China Sea, the former Australian PM said: "The best way to ensure nothing untoward happens is not to pretend that China has peaceful intentions, it is to be prepared to let China know everyday that it cannot get away with this (incursions) lightly. Weakness is provocative."

Oct 17, 2025 13:04 (IST)
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Watch: Will AUKUS Defend Taiwan Against China? What Ex-Australian PM Said

Oct 17, 2025 13:03 (IST)
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Indian PM Likely To Be Leader Of Free World In Next 40-50 Years, Says Tony Abbott

"China's leadership is party dictatorship and not personal dictatorship. As Prime Minister, I used to say that India will emerge as a democratic superpower. Well, now that has happened. The PM of India is likely to be a leader of a free world in the next 40-50 years..," Abbott said.

Oct 17, 2025 12:59 (IST)
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Tony Abbott On Why India Is At An Advantage Over China

According to Abbott, "democracy, the rule of law and the English language," are India's three major advantages over China.

Oct 17, 2025 12:56 (IST)
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India A Counterweight To China, Says Ex-Australian PM At NDTV World Summit 2025

"India and Australia have a strong a reliable relationship. Under the Communist Party, Beijing has said their objective is to dominate the world. They want to be hegemonic power. It is a trouble for all of China's neighbours, as well as the world," former Australian PM Tony Abbott said.

"India is a counterweight to China. It is now the most populous country. You go to any Indian city, there is massive infrastructure push - new airports, etc. India is rising and can be a substitute to China. The 21st century belongs to India just as it belongs to China," he added. 

Oct 17, 2025 12:51 (IST)
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Next Speaker Is Ex-Australian PM Tony Abbott

Next we have on stage is former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott, who will speak on "The Indo-Pacific Power Play: Trade. Security. Strategy".

Oct 17, 2025 12:47 (IST)
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World's Best Reserve of Gold, Diamond In India, Says Vedanta Chairman At NDTV World Summit 2025

The world's best reserve, that is gold, is in India, the Vedanta Chairman said. "The best reserve of diamond is also in India," he said.

Oct 17, 2025 12:41 (IST)
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Country's Youth Bubbling, Opportunities Have Come For Them, Says Vedanta Chairman

"Opportunities have come for our young people - and they are bubbling. Indian boys are now bubbling; what they wanted to do after going out, they will do it here now," the Vedanta founder said.

Oct 17, 2025 12:37 (IST)
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Nothing Possible Without India's Participation, Says Vedanta Chairman

"Today, nothing can happen without India's presence. I always believe that world has come up because of 'below the ground' (digging). The only way to move forward is to produce your own gas, copper, silver - anything you talk about is 'below the ground'," Anil Agarwal said. "We are fulfilling half of the country's silver requirement. But big boys have to come with one target - how can we take our India forward?" 

Oct 17, 2025 12:33 (IST)
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Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal Recalls His Childhood Days

"I am just a boy from Bihar who didn't know anything. Khali tamannayein thi ki kuch karna hai (I just had a wish to do something). I  never sat on a plane or a double-decker bus. These were all dreams. I am originally from Rajasthan who later moved to Bihar," Vedanta founder Anil Agarwal said.

Oct 17, 2025 12:30 (IST)
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Watch: Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal Addresses NDTV World Summit 2025

Vedanta Chairman and Founder Anil Agarwal is now addressing the NDTV World Summit 2025.

Oct 17, 2025 12:28 (IST)
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Australian Minister Concludes Address To NDTV World Summit 2025

Australian Minister for Small Business, International Development and Multicultural Affairs Anne Aly MP also congratulated India on "what is looking like a successful bid to host the CWG 2030". She has concluded her speech now. 

Oct 17, 2025 12:21 (IST)
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Indian Migrants Have Contributed Immensely In Australia, Says Australian Minister

"Indian migrants were among the first to call Australia their home. They have contributed immensely to so many sectors in Australia. Hindi/Sanskrit words were adapted in English," Australian Minister Anne Aly MP said. "I had the opportunity to visit the Rajghat (in Delhi). (Mahatma) Gandhi was a giant - a figure that encouraged us in values that we need to protect today," she added. 

Oct 17, 2025 12:17 (IST)
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Watch Live: Australian Minister Addresses NDTV World Summit 2025

Oct 17, 2025 12:13 (IST)
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Australia Has A Strong, Enduring Relationship With India, Says Anne Aly MP

"Australia has a strong and enduring relationship with India. The relationship is based on the foundation of respect and trust between our people and one that will continue to grow, despite some challenges," Australian Minister Anne Aly MP said.

Oct 17, 2025 12:07 (IST)
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Australian Minister To Address Audience On 'How Multiculturalism Shapes the World'

Next on stage we have Australian Minister for Small Business, International Development and Multicultural Affairs Dr Anne Aly MP, who will speak on "How Multiculturalism Shapes the World". 

Oct 17, 2025 12:04 (IST)
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NDTV Worl Summit Live Updates: "Indians Welcome," Says Lindy Cameron On Immigrants In UK

Amid the crackdown on immigration in the US, British High Commissioner to India Lindy Cameron said: "Indians are welcome (in the UK). They are the highest in every category of visa." 

Oct 17, 2025 11:59 (IST)
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Watch: What Lindy Cameron Said On UK PM's Recent Visit To Mumbai

Oct 17, 2025 11:57 (IST)
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India Among Greatest Nations In Technology, Defence: UK Envoy Lindy Cameron

On India-UK defence ties, British High Commissioner to India Lindy Cameron said: "Technology is moving in speed, including in defence. We want to partner with India - one of the greatest technology and defence nations of future." 

Oct 17, 2025 11:54 (IST)
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German Envoy To India Raises Concerns Over Escalating Russia-Ukraine Conflict

On the Russia-Ukraine war, Dr Philipp Ackermann, German Ambassador to India, said: "Ukrainians are helping us because they are pretty good in drone combat. Their technology is advanced, ours is not. You suddenly see Russia, in most likelihood, crossed NATO border and we have to act. My country's defence spending is going up." 

Oct 17, 2025 11:51 (IST)
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German Envoy Speaks On Indians In Europe, H-1B Visas, Trump Tariffs

Dr Philipp Ackermann, German Ambassador to India who spoke on US President Donald Trump's new curbs on H-1B visas and tariffs, said: "Our Indian community is not as big as the UK's but it is growing. The Indians' salary is way more than an average German's salary. Migration is not an easy topic in Europe. But my government is clear: We need legal migrants - nurses, caregivers and bus drivers, not just IT experts."

Oct 17, 2025 11:49 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: UK Envoy On Bollywood, Meeting Shah Rukh Khan

British High Commissioner to India Lindy Cameron also shared her interest in Bollywood. "UK PM Starmer went to YRF studios and saw The Romantics, and also heard the DDLJ theme song. I am looking forward to seeing actor Shah Rukh Khan in London. Three new Bollywood films are going to be shot in the UK." 

Oct 17, 2025 11:46 (IST)
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Watch: Envoys To India Speak On Global Conflicts At NDTV World Summit 2025

Oct 17, 2025 11:41 (IST)
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Europe Feels More Under Threat, Says German Envoy To India

"Europe feels more and more under threat. I hope it will be more fruitful than last one," Ackermann said on US President Donald Trump's meeting with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin over the Russia-Ukraine conflict. "Unlike the Middle East, I don't see cessation of hostilities in Ukraine. It's not a peace process yet, but we hope to see it soon," he said.

Oct 17, 2025 11:39 (IST)
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"Not Exhausted, Want An End To Ukraine-Russia War": Philipp Ackermann At NDTV World Summit

Speaking on the Israel-Hamas conflict, British High Commissioner to India Lindy Cameron said: "I am hopeful that we will see peace. There was a profound sense of relief when we saw the hostages being released. But the challenge will be in implementation." 

On the Russia-Ukraine conflict, German Ambassador to India Dr Philipp Ackermann said: "We look at Ukraine with great concern. We had a wake up call two to three weeks ago when likely Russian jets entered the NATO territory. Europe is under threat. We don't feel exhaustion or fatigue, we feel a desire and an urge to end the war." 

Oct 17, 2025 11:35 (IST)
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Global Envoys To Take Centre Stage Next

Next we have British High Commissioner to India Lindy Cameron and German Ambassador to India Dr Philipp Ackermann, who will speak on "Across the Faultlines: Crafting the Next World Order".

Oct 17, 2025 11:31 (IST)
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Watch: Quantum Physicist Merritt Moore Teaches NDTV's Arun Singh A Few Ballet Steps

Oct 17, 2025 11:24 (IST)
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Where Is India Lacking In AI Revolution? What Nitin Mittal Said At NDTV World Summit 2025

Asked how to make sure that India doesn't become a back office in AI revolution, Mittal said: "India has natural advantage. It has thrust and a natural advantage in application of technology into AI because of the services industry. But the question is 'how to take advantage?' It requires large-scale re-skilling and investment."

Oct 17, 2025 11:20 (IST)
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Watch: Deloitte's Nitin Mittal On Need Of Sovereign AI Models In India

Oct 17, 2025 11:17 (IST)
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Worry More About Co-Workers Than AI, Says Nitin Mittal

Mittal also said that one should worry about co-workers more than worrying about AI. "Those who are displaying curiosity to continuously improve," he said.

Oct 17, 2025 11:11 (IST)
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Watch: Nitin Mittal Speaks On Importance Of AI At NDTV World Summit 2025

Oct 17, 2025 11:10 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit 2025 Live Updates: Onus On Society To Use AI, Says Deloitte Principal Mittal

The Government of India has a number of AI programs, Mittal said. "But the onus is on the society to take it forward. The challenge is that instead of being concerned about impact on jobs, let's be thoughtful about how can we be investors and consumers of AI," he said. 

Oct 17, 2025 11:05 (IST)
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Have Not Seen A Single Job Lost To AI, Says Nitin Mittal At NDTV World Summit 2025

"I have not come across a single job lost to AI. Coding is a perfect example. The jobs that get impact are the ones done by a human being -- white coding. Agentic AI in particular, and in the near future, physical AI, will have impact on jobs. But I have not come across a single job that has been lost to AI," Mittal said.

Oct 17, 2025 11:02 (IST)
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Mittal Speaks On Agentic AI At NDTV World Summit 2025

Mittal is explaining Agentic AI -- autonomous AI systems that can get their own goals, plan and take action with minimal human intervention. He is also speaking on the importance of sovereign AI -- how it preserves culture and language, and not just data.

Oct 17, 2025 10:57 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit 2025 Live Updates: Nitin Mittal, Deloitte Principal And WSJ's Bestselling Author Next Speaker

Nitin Mittal, Deloitte Principal and WSJ's bestselling author is set to speak next. As Principal and Global AI Leader at Deloitte, Nitin Mittal advises organisations on applying artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies to improve business strategy and competitiveness. He also leads Deloitte's internal AI transformation efforts, aiming to make the company a global AI-driven professional services firm while creating new market opportunities in the AI space.

Oct 17, 2025 10:53 (IST)
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Moore's Responses During Rapid Fire As Session Concludes

Humans or robots: Humans

Quantum physics or ballet: Whichever am not doing

Logic or emotion: Emotion

AI or instinct: Instinct

Coding or choreography: Coding

Perfection or improvisation: Improvisation

3am experiments or 3am ballet: 3am experiments

Dancing in lab or stage: Stage

One human element that robots can have: Uniqueness

Oct 17, 2025 10:49 (IST)
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Watch: Moore Performs A Stunning Human-Robot Duet At NDTV World Summit 2025

Oct 17, 2025 10:42 (IST)
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"Just Last Night": Moore On Her Robot Refusing To 'Behave' Hours Before NDTV World Summit 2025

Oct 17, 2025 10:41 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: Moore's Message On 'Quirky' Passions

One should always try to find those "weird, quirky" passions that we have, Moore said. The professional ballet dancer also gave a message to all the women: "Take whatever time you need. There is a lot of pressure to show performance overnight. A lot of people then feel the need to get it perfect. Take your time."

Oct 17, 2025 10:37 (IST)
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NDTV Global Summit Live Updates: Ballet Is My Oxygen, Says Moore

Oct 17, 2025 10:31 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit Live Updates: Should Explore Tech, Art Simultaneously, Says Moore

Moore began the session by speaking about her work-life balance. She said she "cannot retire from ballet". "Ballet is my oxygen. My college grades would go down when I stopped dancing. As humans, it should be possible to actively explore technology and the artistic side of the brain," she said.

Asked if there are days when her robot -- Botany Spears -- that was also on the stage, does not listen to her, she said: "Just last night". She also said: "I started dancing with robots after Covid-19 pandemic, when I could not dance with humans." 

Oct 17, 2025 10:27 (IST)
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NDTV World Summit 2025 Live Updates: Merritt Moore Speaks On 'The Physics of Movement: A Quantum Ballet'

As part of the first session, professional ballet dancer and quantum physicist Merritt Moore will speak on the "The Physics of Movement: A Quantum Ballet".  Dr Moore is known for her groundbreaking work in quantum computing and robotics. But she has also danced with some of the world's top ballet companies, proving that science and art can't just co-exist but even thrive together.

Oct 17, 2025 10:20 (IST)
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Live Updates: NDTV World Summit 2025 Kicks Off In Capital

The 2025 edition of the NDTV World Summit - NDTV's flagship event - has started, and is set to bring together an extraordinary gathering of minds - heads of state, cultural icons, business architects, innovators, and voices of moral imagination to engage in a new kind of dialogue.

 

Oct 17, 2025 10:16 (IST)
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Live Updates: NDTV World Summit 2025 To Begin Shortly

Oct 17, 2025 10:11 (IST)
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Who Is Philip Green, Australian High Commissioner Attending NDTV World Summit 2025 Today

Philip Green, Australian High Commissioner to India, will be a part of the NDTV World Summit 2025 today. Green will be joined by Lindy Cameron, British High Commissioner to India, and Dr Philipp Ackermann, German Ambassador to India, for a discussion on crafting the next world order. Philip Green is a senior Australian diplomat with extensive experience across four continents. He has served as ambassador or high commissioner to Germany, Singapore, South Africa, and Kenya. He was appointed High Commissioner to India in June 2023.

Oct 17, 2025 09:46 (IST)
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Stage Set For Global Dialogue At NDTV World Summit 2025

Oct 17, 2025 09:34 (IST)
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British High Commissioner Lindy Cameron To Join Discussions Today

British High Commissioner to India, Lindy Cameron, is set to attend the NDTV World Summit today. Lindy Cameron has served as the British High Commissioner to India since April 2024. She represents the UK government and works to strengthen diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties between the two nations. Lindy Cameron was the CEO of the UK's National Cyber Security Centre. She led the Centre's response to hundreds of cyber incidents, improved the security of critical national infrastructure, and guided initiatives in emerging technologies and cybersecurity during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Oct 17, 2025 09:18 (IST)
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Merritt Moore To Speak At NDTV World Summit 2025

Also attending the first day of the summit is Dr Merritt Moore, who will be speaking on how artificial intelligence (AI) and human intelligence can co-create the future, and why emotional creativity might just be humanity's next big advantage. Dr Moore is a scientist who splits her time between physics labs and ballet studios. Dr Moore is known for her groundbreaking work in quantum computing and robotics. But she has also danced with some of the world's top ballet companies, proving that science and art can't just co-exist but even thrive together.

Oct 17, 2025 09:06 (IST)
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Nitin Mittal, Deloitte Principal And WSJ's Bestselling Author Also Among Today's Speakers

Nitin Mittal, Deloitte Principal, Global AI Leader, and author of the WSJ bestseller All-in on AI, is among the leaders attending the NDTV World Summit 2025 today. He advises organisations on applying artificial intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies to improve business strategy and competitiveness. He also leads Deloitte's internal AI transformation efforts, aiming to make the company a global AI-driven professional services firm while creating new market opportunities in the AI space.

Oct 17, 2025 09:05 (IST)
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Ajit Agarkar Among Speakers On Day 1 Of NDTV World Summit 2025

BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar will take the stage on Day 1 of the NDTV World Summit 2025 to discuss the current transition in Indian cricket. As the chairman of the Indian men's cricket team selection committee, Agarkar will lead the session "The Uncertainty of Choice, The Inevitability of Change" to explore Indian cricket's current contours, with Shubman Gill taking over the ODI captaincy mantle from Rohit Sharma.

Oct 17, 2025 08:34 (IST)
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'Thrilled, Looking Forward To Meeting PM Modi At NDTV World Summit': Rishi Sunak

Britain's former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak also said he is thrilled and looking forward to participating at the NDTV World Summit 2025. In a video message, Sunak also mentioned he wants to meet his "good friend" Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is one of the key faces of the event.

"Hi India, this is Rishi Sunak. I am thrilled to be at NDTV's World Summit at the Bharat Mandapam in Delhi. I'm looking forward to discussing the future of global growth with India's rising stars," Sunak said.

"And of course, looking forward to seeing my good friend, Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji, and meeting the young leaders who are shaping the future. I'll see you there," the Indian-origin former prime minister of Britain said.

Oct 17, 2025 08:33 (IST)
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'Look Forward To Meeting PM Modi At NDTV World Summit': Sri Lankan PM

Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya earlier said she was "excited" to participate in the NDTV World Summit 2025. 

Amarasuriya, who arrived in India and landed in Delhi on Thursday, told NDTV: "I am very excited, and I am looking forward to it very much and to meeting Prime Minister Modi as well."

In a video message last week, Amarasuriya shared similar joy and expectations from the visit. "I am looking forward to participating in the NDTV World Summit, where I will have the opportunity to engage with global leaders and thinkers. I hope to share Sri Lanka's perspectives on international cooperation and economic resilience, and contribute to meaningful conversations on the pressing challenges of our region and the world," she said.

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