The Invest Kerala Global Summit, organized by the Kerala State Industrial Development Corp (KSIDC), witnessed a huge influx of investments with 375 firms signing Expressions of Interests (EoIs) worth ₹1,52,905.67 crore at the event. The summit, held under the aegis of the Department of Industry and Commerce, Government of Kerala, also announced major developments such as an integrated aquapark, expansion of IT companies, and a proposed water metro project in 18 cities across India. The success of the summit highlighted the state's potential for business and its collaborative approach with the central government.
The second day of the ABP Ideas of India Summit is set to be just as exciting and thought-provoking as the first, with a diverse lineup of speakers including motivational speaker Gaur Gopal Das, politician Sachin Pilot, and film star Amir Khan. The sessions will cover topics such as kindness, the future of Indian politics, and the impact of social media on celebrity status. The summit will also feature a panel of sporting legends, including Prakash Padukone and Leander Paes, discussing breaking barriers. The event will be live streamed on YouTube and Facebook, and updates can be found on news.abplive.com.
At the ABP Network's Ideas of India Summit 2025, renowned Indian artist and three-time Grammy winner Ricky Kej shared his insights on the changing landscape of the music industry. In a session moderated by author Chetan Bhagat, Kej discussed the shift in music consumption with the rise of streaming platforms and how it has changed the way musicians approach their craft. He also highlighted the importance of support and endorsement from Prime Minister Narendra Modi in building his career in India.
The fourth edition of the Ideas of India 2025 Summit, organized by ABP Network, is set to take place on February 21 and 22 in Mumbai. With the theme "Humanity's Next Frontier", the summit will bring together distinguished speakers from various sectors to discuss India's evolving role in the global landscape amidst disruptions in areas such as geopolitics, climate change, and artificial intelligence. This year's summit will also focus on India's potential to become a force for good through its demographic and socio-economic advantages. With an exciting lineup of speakers, the summit promises to be a thought-provoking event.
At the Invest Kerala Global Summit, Kerala's Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan announced the state's ambitious goal of establishing 15,000 startups and creating one lakh jobs by 2026. Despite the challenging times, the state has witnessed the emergence of 6,200 startups in the past eight years, attracting investments worth ₹5,800 crore and generating 62,000 jobs. The summit, with participation from 26 countries, aims to boost the state's startup ecosystem further.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents a paperless budget on a tablet, it's her record 8th budget. The budget, which is politically driven according to former finance minister P Chidambaram, includes meetings with entertainment icons for the WAVES Summit and a call for global AI governance at the Paris Summit by PM Modi. Additionally, PM Modi reveals his vision for a Deregulation Commission, aimed at reducing bureaucracy and promoting economic growth in India. The budget also includes an economic outlook for India, presented in the Economic Survey 2024-25.
With the upcoming Global Investors Summit (GIS) 2025 in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will hold one-on-one and roundtable meetings with industrialists in New Delhi. The state's new investment policy, which includes 10 sub-policies covering key sectors such as agriculture, textiles, and defense manufacturing, will be presented by senior government officials. The summit aims to highlight investment opportunities in Madhya Pradesh and promote employment generation, innovation, and entrepreneurship, with special focus on the film sector. The summit will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and attended by Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
At the Fortune India Next 500 summit, Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation Jayant Sinha discusses the challenges facing Air India, including its staggering debt of over Rs 50,000 crore and lack of interest from potential buyers. The government is now exploring alternative options to revitalize the national carrier and avoid burdening taxpayers. Sinha also highlights the potential for job creation and economic growth in the aviation sector.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the AI Action Summit in Paris, highlighting the potential of AI to transform lives and accelerate sustainable development goals. He emphasized the need for collective global efforts to establish governance and address concerns related to cyber security, disinformation, and deepfakes. PM Modi also shared India's active role in leveraging AI, including building its own large language model and utilizing a unique public-private partnership model for pooling resources. He urged for a responsible and people-centric approach in the development of AI, emphasizing that humans must hold the key to our collective future and destiny.
The Indian U19 Women's cricket team has managed to make it to the final of the T20 World Cup, thanks to their fearless attitude and determination to dominate their opponents. This approach, coupled with excellent performances from players like Parunika Sisodia, has helped them reach the summit clash against South Africa. Despite the pressure, the team has a clear motto of enjoying the game and playing together as a unit, which has helped them overcome challenges and reach the finals. With her coach and former domestic player, Sudhir Singh Sisodia, guiding her before every match, Parunika has been able to perform consistently and help her team achieve their ultimate goal of winning the tournament.