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ET Now decodes the World Economic Forum at Davos
MUMBAI: ET Now will decipher the global trends emerging out of the World Economic Forum at Davos and its impact on the Indian economy and markets through its crisp and impactful series, Davos Direct, every night at 10 pm from January 21 to January 25.
The special show brings exclusive interactions with the most prominent Indian policy makers like P. Chidambaram (Hon’ble Union Finance Minister), Anand Sharma (Hon’ble Union Minister of Commerce & Industry), and Montek Singh Ahluwalia (Deputy Chairman of Planning Commission). Also, the cr?me-de-la-cr?me of corporate India like Sunil Mittal, S.D. Shibulal, Uday Kotak and N. Chandrasekaran will discuss the nuances of India Inc.
The event will witness a multitude of dignitaries from across the world who will engage in collaborative discussions which are directed towards this year’s theme ‘The Reshaping of the World: Consequences for Society, Politics and Business’. With a decade worth of experience featuring key path-breaking stories, Supriya Shrinate, ET NOW’s policy editor will present the developments at Davos as they unfold.
Besides, ET NOW will also share exclusive insights by global thought leaders and economists like Joseph Stiglitz, Jeffrey Sachs, John Studzinski, John Rice, Stephen Pagliuca and Kenneth Rogoff on the revival of the global economy.
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News18 hosts Tamil Nadu town hall ahead of 2026 polls
MK Stalin headlines ‘Next Big Leap’ event from 10am on 23 February in Chennai with leaders and icons.
MUMBAI: Tamil Nadu’s political pot is simmering and News18’s town hall is stirring it up just in time for the 2026 assembly elections boilover. Set for 23 February from 10am onwards in Chennai, the News18 Network Town Hall gathers heavyweights under the banner ‘The Next Big Leap for Tamil Nadu’ to dissect the state’s political pulse, economic edge, and cultural clout. With the 234-seat assembly contest looming as a fiercely competitive showdown, the event spotlights how Tamil Nadu’s identity-driven politics and engaged voters continue to ripple across national debates.
Chief minister MK Stalin leads the charge with a keynote on the theme, sketching his government’s blueprint for governance, development, and staying power pre-polls. Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin chimes in on ‘Voices, Vision & Way Forward’, unpacking generational shifts and fresh narratives. From the opposition corner, AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami tackles ‘Baton Change at the Ballot?’, floating alternatives to the status quo.
Economic vibes get a nudge from industries minister TRB Rajaa on ‘Investment Story Intact?’, probing the state’s draw for big bucks. BJP’s K Annamalai dives into ‘People, Trust & Political Ideology’, positioning his party in the Dravidian-dominated turf. IT Minister Palanivel ThiagaRajan explores ‘Code, Capacity & Citizenship’, on tech’s role in citizen-focused services. TVK’s KG Arunraj questions if ‘Winds of Change are Possible’ in this pattern-prone state.
A panel on innovation features IIT Madras director Prof V Kamakoti, M&M’s Velusamy R, and Electronic Industries Association’s Dr Sasikumar Gendham, musing how AI and knowledge hubs are remaking opportunities. AICC’s Praveen Chakravarty weighs ‘Power Sharing vs Principles’, while former Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan joins the fray. Culture gets its due with composer Anirudh Ravichander on ‘Tamil Music for the World’.
CNN-News18, editorial affairs director Rahul Shivshankar noted, “The News18 Network Tamil Nadu Town Hall… reflects our core editorial focus, to capture the political mood of the state and spotlight the ideas that will shape the next phase of governance and growth.”
Network18, CEO of English & business news Smriti Mehra added, “As Tamil Nadu moves closer to a defining electoral moment… we see it as our responsibility to drive informed and meaningful conversations.”
Network18 managing editor for South, Vivek Narayan said, “The News18 Network Townhall in Tamil Nadu is designed as a platform where policy, politics and public interest intersect.”
Backed by associate partners Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles and Reliance Industries, the live event streams on CNN-News18, News18 Tamil, CTV, and Youtube from 10am on 23 February perfect for catching the sparks, even if you’re not knee-deep in Dravidian drama.
