ET NOW GBS: Premier Global Business Conference

9th Global Business Summit
Evolve | Emerge | Expand

In a world defined by constant disruption and transformation, The Times Group ET NOW Global Business Summit has become a beacon of hope and possibility since its inception in 2015. This prestigious platform transcends borders, bringing together visionary leaders, policymakers, and innovators to shape the trajectory of business and society.
With India’s Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, as its guiding presence, GBS has consistently sparked bold conversations and unveiled groundbreaking strategies that fuel progress. More than just a summit, it is a movement, a collective effort to reimagine the future, foster collaboration, and drive enduring growth in an ever-changing global landscape.

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Plenary Stage

The epicenter of thought leadership, where global industry icons converge to dissect the evolving economic landscape. This stage hosts transformative discussions on navigating opportunities and challenges in a world of constant change. Leaders and visionaries share groundbreaking strategies that fuse business innovation with political foresight to accelerate global growth.
Innovation Stage

A celebration of trailblazers who dare to challenge the status quo. In gripping TED-style talks, pioneers from diverse walks of life. From entertainment visionaries to creative rickshaw drivers harnessing IoT, take the stage to share their revolutionary ideas. These 10-minute power-packed sessions highlight the resilience and ingenuity of those rewriting the rules.
Sector Spotlight

Delve into critical industry discussions with thought leaders from traditional and emerging sectors. These sessions offer deep insights into transformative trends, policy shifts, and regulatory developments across Infrastructure, Healthcare, BFSI, and cutting-edge domains like AI, IoT, and Automation. A must-attend for those looking to stay ahead in the ever-changing business ecosystem.
Bilateral Talks

A hub for global collaboration, where senior ministers and international delegates come together to tackle pressing regional and global issues. These high-level discussions provide a unique platform for shaping policies and fostering cross-border partnerships, reinforcing GBS’s position as a premier global thought leadership summit.

Core Industries

40%

Financial & Professional Services

20%

Technology & Innovation

19%

Lifestyle & Well-Being

13%

Government

5%

Others

3%

CEO, Chairman, MD, Founder

50%

Vice Presidents, Presidents & Directors

20%

Senior Management

17%

Government Officials

13%

Speaking at the ET NOW Global Business Summit 2025. @ETNOWlive https://t.co/sE5b8AC9uO

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 15, 2025

Addressed at the ET Now Global Business Summit 2025. Highlighted on India’s progress and roadmap of our journey towards becoming a Viksit Bharat.

I extend my best wishes to @ETNowLive for a successful and insightful summit. pic.twitter.com/Nd1uBc1krd

— Dr Mansukh Mandaviya (@mansukhmandviya) February 15, 2025

I witnessed firsthand the dynamism of #India’s business community at #GBS2025.

I told leaders that #India has the power to shape the world and be a driving force for @CommonwealthSec’s future.

Watch my full speech here �dc49: https://t.co/1sZLTP3JCo #ETNOWGBS2025 | @TIMESNOW pic.twitter.com/8HHioNLi2T

— Patricia Scotland KC (@PScotlandCSG) February 15, 2025

“India stands as a pivotal force in achieving the 2030 agenda & shaping a sustainable future.”@ShombiSharp #UNRC �ddee�ddf3 said at the ET NOW Global Business Summit @ETNOW_GBS. He was speaking at a session focusing on the urgency of global collaboration in meeting the #SDGs. pic.twitter.com/0VXAXLSoI1

— United Nations in India (@UNinIndia) February 17, 2025

As an entrepreneur, I am deeply inspired by the reforms and vision laid out by Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi Ji at the The Times Group ET NOW Global Business Summit 2025. The Prime Minister began by giving the media and the nation a headline: ‘Unlocking Rs 100 Lakh Crore… pic.twitter.com/nLMAkigOmi

— Vivek Anand Oberoi (@vivekoberoi) February 16, 2025

Watch this exclusive fireside chat where industry leaders dive into the future of innovation and disruption. As Mr. Devansh Jain, Executive Director, INOXGFL Group, powerfully puts it: “Disruption isn’t just about innovation—it’s about building an ecosystem that sustains and… pic.twitter.com/wIn3tH22Wx

— INOXGFL Group (@inoxgflgroup) March 3, 2025

At the Times Group ET NOW Global Business Summit, Neelakantan Venkataraman of #TataCommunications, joined the panel ‘From Data to Decisions: How AI is Shaping Business Growth.’

The discussion covered AI’s massive potential – from AI agents to large language models (LLMs) and the… pic.twitter.com/a01sFT4TOw

— Tata Communications (@tata_comm) February 28, 2025

Digital India has come a long way under PM @narendramodi ji’s leadership, transforming governance, finance & industry. Now, AI is the next frontier—reshaping economies, industries & innovation.

But AI is energy-hungry. Data centers, computing, and automation will drive massive…

— Vineet Mittal (@TheVineetMittal) February 16, 2025

ET NOW Global Business Summit 2025: Vivek Oberoi at ET NOW Global Business Summit 2025 today, February 15.

Anshula Kant, Managing Director and World Bank Group Chief Financial Officer

‘Golden Temple is amazing but…’ Omri Morgenshtern’s plea to govt | ET NOW Global Business Summit 2025

NASA astronaut Warren “Woody” Hoburg speaking at the 9th edition of ET NOW Global Business Summit 2025 on Saturday

Prashant Ruia, Promoter & CEO, of Essar Group

Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, The Indian Hotels Company

Vineet Jain, Managing Director, The Times Group addressed the ninth ETNOW Global Business Summit 2025, emphasizing its role in shaping global discourse.

PM Narendra Modi at ET Now Global Business Summit 2025.

GPay’s Sharath Bulusu at ET NOW Global Business Summit 2025. Image: ET Now Digital

ET Now Global Business Summit 2025: India’s first Pickleball league will be happened in March. Image: ET Now Digital

Plenary Stage

Innovation Stage

Sector Spotlight

Bilateral Talks