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Republic Media Network concludes first ‘India Economic Summit’
Mumbai: Republic Media Network concluded the first edition of ‘India Economic Summit 2021’ on 26 November.
The event put a spotlight on contemporary economic issues and was attended by union ministers, policymakers, corporate honchos, economists and business leaders at the Taj Palace in New Delhi. The summit was hosted by veteran news anchor Rini Simon Khanna.
In his address at the summit, Republic Media Network’s editor-in-chief Arnab Goswami stated that India must not be the marketplace of the world. “We must be the hub of production, the hub of digitisation, the hub of technology, the hub of risk-takers, and the hub of innovation,” he said.
Union minister of road transport and highway Nitin Gadkari, union minister of commerce and industry, consumer affairs, food and public distribution and textiles Piyush Goyal, union minister of petroleum and natural gas and housing and urban affairs Hardeep Singh Puri, union minister of women and child development Smriti Irani and union minister of state for entrepreneurship, skill development, electronics and technology Rajeev Chandrasekhar addressed the summit. Leading business personalities like Marico’s Harsh Mariwala, Bharat Biotech’s Dr Krishna M Ella shared their views on the Indian economy.
One of the highlights of the event was the session on ‘India’s Role in the Global Economy’ presented virtually by reputed global economist and New York University’s Stern School of Business Dr Nouriel Roubini.
“The massive success and gripping ideation sessions at The India Economic Summit 2021 prove beyond doubt that India’s economy is all geared up for greatness,” said Republic Media Network editor-in-chief, Arnab Goswami. “The first edition of the Summit has infused audiences across the world with confidence that India is a superpower in the making. And it gives me great joy that amidst it all, Republic is poised to lead and expand into new horizons with a massive digital operation.”
The ‘India Economic Summit 2021’ took place on the back of India rebounding from the pandemic with stellar projections. As the RBI as well as the IMF, estimate the Indian GDP to grow 9.5 per cent making it the fastest-growing economy in the world, the summit was a platform to ideate on the trajectory ahead.
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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. 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.
