ETNow.in Business Conclave and Awards 2026: At theETNow.in Business Conclave and Awards 2026, Rohit Chadha, President & COO of Times Group, delivered a compelling vision for India’s economic future, describing the nation as being at a “defining moment” of resilience and extraordinary ambition.
Addressing the gathering of industry leaders, policy makers and stakeholders on Friday, Chadha pointed out that India continues to stand out as one of the most resilient major economies globally. Citing projections by the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank, he said India’s GDP growth is expected to remain in the 6.5–7 per cent range in the coming years, outpacing many developed and emerging markets.
“ET Now Business Conclave and Awards — a celebration of India’s remarkable economic journey. We gather today at a defining moment in India’s growth story — a moment that reflects our nation’s resilience, ingenuity, and extraordinary ambition,” he said, welcoming the guests at the event.
Chadha further highlighted how India’s transformation is being reflected in the rapid expansion of digital media platforms. He noted that Times Network’s digital ecosystem—including Times Now, ET Now, Times Now Navbharat, Digit, Times Drive, and Zoom—now reaches over 250 million monthly users across 20 brands and generates more than three billion video views every month.
“I am happy to share that within only 3 years of its digital debut, ET Now.in is now consistently ranked among the Top 3 business news platforms in the country on comscore with a reach of over 30 million monthly unique users across its various platforms. But beyond scale, what excites us most is how this digital landscape mirrors India’s own transformation — energetic, innovative, and constantly evolving,” said the Times Group’s President & COO.
In his address, Chadha pinpointed several pillars of transformation currently driving the Indian economy. “Our manufacturing sector is witnessing renewed momentum. High-value exports in electronics, semiconductors, and pharmaceuticals are expanding rapidly, supported by initiatives such as the Production-Linked Incentive scheme, which has already attracted investments exceeding $25 billion,” he noted.
“India’s digital economy is also redefining global benchmarks. Our IT and IT-enabled services exports crossed $254 billion in FY24, while digital public infrastructure has brought financial access to hundreds of millions of citizens and laid the foundation for a $1 trillion digital economy by the end of this decade,” Chadha further said.
“Our startup ecosystem continues to thrive, with more than 100 unicorns and thousands of emerging ventures driving innovation across sectors from fintech to clean technology,” he added.
Looking ahead, Chadha emphasised India’s potential in artificial intelligence, estimating that AI could unlock nearly $1 trillion in economic value in the coming decades. He also pointed to ongoing efforts in renewable energy and green hydrogen as key pillars of sustainable growth.
“These milestones are not just statistics. They represent the aspirations of 1.4 billion Indians. With nearly 65 per cent of our population under the age of 35, India’s demographic energy is one of its greatest strengths,” he added.
Stressing that the ETNow.in Business Conclave is more than a gathering, he said it is a platform where ideas are exchanged, perspectives are shared, and the blueprint for India’s next phase of growth begins to take shape. “Today, we celebrate excellence, recognise leadership, and engage in conversations that will help shape the future of India’s economy. Your ideas, your investments, your leadership, and your courage to build and innovate are what power India’s growth story,” Chadha concluded.
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ETNow.in Business Conclave and Awards 2026
The ETNow.in Business Conclave & Awards 2026 took place against the backdrop of India’s evolving economic landscape, as the country continues to be among the world’s fastest-growing major economies. With policy focus increasingly centred on innovation, infrastructure development, digital adoption, and sustainability, discussions have largely shifted toward how these factors can support long-term growth across sectors.
The conclave brought together policymakers, industry leaders, investors, and entrepreneurs to deliberate on economic priorities, sectoral opportunities, and policy frameworks influencing India’s growth trajectory.
Conversations at the event span a range of areas, including manufacturing, emerging technologies, renewable energy, healthcare, infrastructure, and talent development, reflecting the breadth of challenges and opportunities facing the economy.
In addition to panel discussions and keynote sessions, the event also aims to highlight examples of innovation and leadership from organisations and individuals contributing to economic activity and institutional development.
The broader focus remains on fostering dialogue between government and industry stakeholders, identifying emerging trends, and examining how collaboration across sectors could strengthen India’s competitiveness and role in the global economy.
