Ideas of India LIVE: Why Does Trump Thrive on Chaos? Ex-US Envoy Kurt Volker Discusses With Shashi Tharoor

21/02/2025 23:46:23

Day One Of Ideas Of India Concludes With Insightful Discussions

The fourth edition of ABP Network's Ideas of India summit kicked off in Mumbai with a diverse lineup of speakers sharing insights on various topics such as Bollywood, music, AI, science, space, and personal stories of inspiration. The event commenced with a Saraswati Vandana performance by singer and composer Sanjeevani Bhelande, followed by a welcome address from Atideb Sarkar, Chief Editor of ABP Network.

During the event, Dr Goutam Chattopadhyay, Senior Scientist at NASA-JPL, talked about life beyond Earth and also spoke about speculations around astronaut Sunita Williams’ delayed return from the International Space Station.

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant also touched on key issues concerning the state, including tourism and redevelopment. In the other end, Mayank Agrawal, CEO of Gallant Group of Industries, stressed that India must effectively harness technology and consider environmental factors while planning new construction.

Speaking on Bollywood and reflecting on his life, veteran actor and filmmaker Amol Palekar discussed how cinematic excellence should not be solely determined by box office earnings. Bollywood actor Taapsee Pannu also shared bold insights on "Telling Powerful Stories" and shared her thoughts on the debate between theatrical and OTT releases.

Bhumi Pednekar, while sharing her insights about her journey in the film industry, recalled the time when her male co-star got 80 per cent more than her pay despite giving the same number of hits and the same amount of success.

The Summit with Chef Ranveer Brar shares his profound love for food and its deeper purpose. And, finally the session concluded with an engaging session on Donald Trump's presidency and its implications for the global order.

Here Are The Top Highlights:

Ideas Of India 2025 — Nixon’s ‘Madman Theory’ & Trump: Decoding ‘Unpredictable’ US Prez With Ex-Diplomat Kurt Volker

Ideas Of India 2025: Papon Says, 'Singing In Bollywood Was Never My Dream'

Ideas Of India 2025: Ranveer Brar Calls Himself 'Privileged' To Belong To A Small Town, 'My Reference Points Are Real In Life'

Ideas of India 2025: Bhumi Pednekar Recalls Male Co-Star Getting 80% More Despite Equal Hits - 'I Had No Choice'

Ideas of India 2025: Amol Palekar Says Hindi Cinema Should Look Beyond Box Office, Praises The Mehta Boys

Ideas Of India 2025: Taapsee Pannu Reacts To Kangana Ranaut's 'Sasti Copy' Tag With A Classy Comeback

21/02/2025 20:55:50

Ideas of India LIVE: Former US Ambassador Talks On Indian-Origin Americans In U.S. Politics, Tech, Public Life

Former US Ambassador Kurt Volker talked about the growing presence of Indian-origin Americans in U.S. politics, tech leadership, and public life, and how the US perceives this influence.

21/02/2025 20:51:34

Ideas of India LIVE: Former US Ambassador Talks On Washington DC's Stance On China's Role

Former US Ambassador Kurt Volker discussed how Washington DC's stance on China's role in reshaping the global economy and geopolitics has changed.

21/02/2025 20:47:52

Ideas of India LIVE: Congress Leader Shashi Tharoor And Former US Ambassador Kurt Volker Discuss Ukraine Conflict

Congress Leader Shashi Tharoor And Former US Ambassador Kurt Volker discussed Ukraine President Zelenskyy, the current state of Russia-Ukraine negotiations, and the broader geopolitical implications of the conflict.

21/02/2025 20:43:38

Ideas of India LIVE: Trump's Unpredictability Is Deliberate Tactic, Says Former US Ambassador Kurt Volker

Shashi Tharoor and Former US Ambassador, Kurt Volker, decode the decision-making approach of US President Donald Trump, analysing the methods and impact of his leadership style. Kurt Volker said, "Donald Trump's unpredictability is deliberate tactics. He wants to create uncertainty in order to get people to react to him. He wants to highlight that a one-state and two-state solution is not going to happen. And, no one is coming up with other ideas."

He added, "The guiding principle of Trump is that the US has been doing too much in the world but in return, the US is treated fairly. That's why in tariff he wants to ensure a level playing field."

21/02/2025 20:26:58

Ideas of India LIVE: Why Does Trump Thrive on Chaos? Ex-US Envoy Kurt Volker Discusses With Shashi Tharoor

Former US Ambassador, Kurt Volker, highlighted the "dislocation" society is experiencing due to rapid technological advancements. He also shared insights on the current political landscape in the US, including the developments surrounding President Trump.

21/02/2025 20:01:16

Ideas of India LIVE: What’s In A Name? Papon Reveals How He Transitioned From 'Angarag Mahanta'

Sharing a journey in the music industry, singer Papon, said, "I was lucky that I was born in a family with a music background. In Assam, Hindi songs were not popular but I used to listen to them on Radio and Barbershop." He also spoke about how he started using his pet name 'Papon' instead of 'Angarag Mahanta'.

21/02/2025 19:57:06

Ideas of India LIVE: Began My Chef Journey With A 'Kebab' Seller, Says Chef Ranveer Brar

Sharing his journey of becoming a chef and the defining moments that led him to choose this path, chef Ranveer Brar said, "My deciding factor was not to do that thing which was prevalent in the town—becoming doctors and engineers. I was asked not to become a chef but I challenged my parents and began working with 'kebab' seller."

21/02/2025 19:24:01

Ideas of India LIVE: Chef Ranveer Brar Unpacks Three Levels Of Food Relationships

Explaining how food evolves from personal family traditions to community preferences and ultimately shapes the identity of a city, Chef Ranveer Brar said, "The first interaction of any people began with their family. The hue and cry in the family's kitchen began a relationship with food. The second level of relationship with food goes to a community level. And, the third level goes to the city and this level decides whether you eat or sell by feeding."

21/02/2025 19:10:20

Ideas of India LIVE: Chef Ranveer Brar Expresses Love For Food And Its Deeper Purpose

Discussing how flavours, culture, and memories shape our lives, Chef Ranveer Brar, said, "The deep sense of purpose is that what I am seeing things it must be visible to people as well. No matter if it is a small recipe of food. And, I think what I have got I will share it with people."

21/02/2025 20:07:26

Ideas of India LIVE: Bhumi Pednekar Talks About Gender-Based Pay Gap In Bollywood

Highlighting a gender pay gap in the film industry, actor Bhumi Pednekar said, "This is everywhere, this is a global situation. In one of the projects, my male counterpart got 80% money more than me even after having the same workload. I did it because I didn't have any choice."

21/02/2025 20:09:34

Ideas of India LIVE: Bhumi Pednekar Opens Up On Beauty And Bollywood

Bhumi Pednekar shared how she broke free of traditional beauty norms in Bollywood. She said her debut in 'Dum Laga Ke Haisha' was a crucial moment in her career.

21/02/2025 18:09:55

Ideas of India LIVE: Taapsee Pannu Reveals Her Ideal Partner Traits, Says Husband Fits The Bill

Actor Taapsee Pannu opened up about her relationship journey, and said, "Only completely solved, secure, and self-made people can attract me to the relationship. That's why after test and trial I found this in my husband around 10 years ago before coming into a relationship."

21/02/2025 17:58:59

Ideas of India LIVE: 'Bollywood Blamed For Every Wrong Happening In World' Says Taapsee Pannu

Expressing grief about the way people make opinions about the Film industry, Actor Taapsee Pannu said, "The Bollywood industry is always targeted for every wrong happening around the world."

21/02/2025 17:46:54

Ideas of India LIVE: I Never Thought Of Remaining In This Industry For So Long, Says Actor Taapsee Pannu

Sharing her Journey into the Film industry, Actor Taapsee Pannu said, "I started my journey in the Film industry 15 years ago, I never thought that I would remain in this industry for so long."

21/02/2025 17:31:38

Ideas of India LIVE: Japan Has Infra With Fundamental Technology, Says CEO of Gallant Group Of Industries On Infrastructure

When asked about the impact of AI on infrastructure, CEO of Gallant Group Of Industries, Mayank Agrawal, quoted the example of Japan and said, "With fundamental technology, Japan has developed an infrastructure that allows for precise, minute-by-minute scheduling throughout the day without being affected by traffic disruptions."

21/02/2025 17:20:21

Ideas of India LIVE: CEO of Gallant Group Of Industries Shares Deep Insight On Infrastructure Development In India

Reacting to the question about the infrastructure development in India, CEO of Gallant Group Of Industries, Mayank Agrawal, said, "In India, construction work is ongoing, but is it truly benefiting humanity? By the time a bridge is completed, heavy traffic has already congested both the road and the bridge."

21/02/2025 17:03:52

Ideas of India LIVE: Films Should Be Judged By Quality, Not Revenue, Says Amol Palekar On Bollywood Vs South Industry

Responding about the Bollywood industry lagging behind South Industry, Veteran actor and filmmaker Amol Palekar said, "Movies should not be measured based on its earned revenue, but the quality of work."

21/02/2025 16:53:16

Ideas of India LIVE: Amol Palekar Reflects On Mainstream Media's Focus Beyond Politics & His Filmmaking Approach

Veteran actor and filmmaker Amol Palekar delve into the scope for addressing meaningful issues in mainstream media beyond political discussions while offering insights into his approach to storytelling in cinema.

21/02/2025 16:43:19

Ideas of India LIVE: Bollywood Actor and Director Amol Palekar Reacts On Audience's Entertainment Choice

Bollywood Actor and Director Amol Palekar said "Entertainment should not be mindless".

21/02/2025 16:32:02

Ideas of India LIVE: We Believe In Science, NASA Scientist Reacts On Astrology

After Indian Author Chetan Bhagat's question in the interview whether Astrology is more popular than Astronomy, Sr. Scientist from NASA-JPL, Dr Goutam Chattopadhyay, replied, " We believe in science."

21/02/2025 16:19:53

Ideas of India LIVE: NASA Scientist Dr. Goutam Chattopadhyay Says, 'We Are Sending Signals To Detect Life In Universe'

Reacting over the actions from NASA is being taken to find life in other world, Sr. Scientist from NASA-JPL, Dr Goutam Chattopadhyay, said, "We are consistently sending codes to find any response in order to find life in this vast universe."

21/02/2025 16:09:46

Ideas of India LIVE: We Are Exploring Life Beyond Earth, Says NASA Scientist

Sr. Scientist from NASA-JPL, Dr Goutam Chattopadhyay, said, "We at NASA trying to study and find life beyond our planet".

21/02/2025 15:57:19

Ideas of India LIVE: Goa CM Reacts On All Tourists Enjoying Nightlife

When Goa CM asked about the nightlife in the state, he responded, "We are welcoming all sorts of tourists coming to the state. Those who want to enjoy the nightlife, the state is also for them as well as for others."

21/02/2025 15:53:49

Ideas of India LIVE: Tourists Visit Goa For Enjoyment Or Spirituality—Let Them Enjoy, Says Goa CM

Responding to the question after the anchor asked about the tourists coming to Goa for enjoyment and spirituality, Goa CM Pramod Sawant, said "There are two types of tourists coming to Goa, one for enjoyment and the other for spirituality...Some people come only for enjoyment. Let them enjoy."

21/02/2025 15:48:04

Ideas of India LIVE: I Don't Appreciate VIP Culture, Says Goa CM Pramod Sawant

Goa CM Pramod Sawant said, "I don't appreciate and support the VIP culture in Maha Kumbh".

21/02/2025 15:44:40

Ideas of India LIVE: People In Goa Are Free To Eat And Wear, Says Goa CM

Goa CM Pramod Sawant said people in Goa are free to eat and wear whatever they choose. Our state welcomes everyone with open arms.

21/02/2025 15:37:38

Ideas of India LIVE: Goa CM Pramod Sawant Shares Insight On Goa's Tourism And Development

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant sheds light on some influencers who are trying to shift people's attention from Goa's tourism to other nations.

21/02/2025 15:21:06

Ideas of India LIVE: Geetanjali Vikram Kirloskar, Chairperson & MD, Kirloskar Systems Pvt Ltd., On Leadership Skills

"When you are occupying a position of stature, and wealth and scope of influence then the responsibility on you to other stakeholders and beyond yourself and your immediate family became also really great", Geetanjali Vikram Kirloskar, Chairperson & MD, Kirloskar Systems Pvt Ltd., on leadership skills.

21/02/2025 15:01:35

Ideas of India LIVE: EXCLUSIVE Performance By Ustad Taufiq Qureshi & Bickram Ghosh From Their Album 'RamTa'

EXCLUSIVE performance by Ustad Taufiq Qureshi and Bickram Ghosh from their album 'RamTa'. They dedicate this performance on the Ideas Of India 2025 stage to the legendary Late Ustad Zakir Hussain.

21/02/2025 14:49:06

Ideas of India LIVE: Bickram Ghosh Demonstrates Essence Of 'Sur & Taal' On Stage

Bickram Ghosh goes LIVE on stage, demonstrating the essence of "sur & taal" by using his chest and breath as a musical instrument, creating a unique rhythm on the stage of Ideas Of India.

21/02/2025 14:41:50

Ideas Of India 2025 LIVE: Ustad Taufiq Qureshi Shares Story Behind His Name

Ustad Taufiq Qureshi shares with Romana Isar Khan the story behind his name and scratches the title "Ustad" (literally) on the stage of Ideas Of India.

21/02/2025 14:35:08

Ideas of India LIVE: Ustad Taufiq Qureshi & Bickram Ghosh Share Their Artistic Journeys

Ustad Taufiq Qureshi and Bickram Ghosh answer Romana Isar Khan about how music runs in their veins and shapes their artistic journeys. The maestros share their stories on the stage of Ideas Of India.

21/02/2025 14:31:42

Ideas of India LIVE: When Did Bickram Ghosh Address His First Concert?

Bickram Ghosh, Tabla Player, Film Composer and Fusion Artist says that he addressed his first concert when he was just nine.

21/02/2025 13:40:29

Ideas of India: Shashwat Goenka, VC RPSG Group, Shares Why He Appreciates Elon Musk

Shashwat Goenka, Vice Chairman RPSG Group, shares why he appreciates Elon Musk as a businessman and what’s next for the young leader of the group.

21/02/2025 13:37:50

Ideas of India: Shashwat Goenka, VC RPSG Group, Shares His Thoughts On Work-Life Balance

From evolving tastes and preferences to work-life balance, Shashwat Goenka, Vice Chairman RPSG Group, shares his thoughts on the ideal work hours and more in a conversation with Vir Sanghvi.

21/02/2025 13:33:49

Ideas of India LIVE: VC RPSG Group Shashwat Goenka Discusses India's Rapidly Changing Consumer Patterns

Shashwat Goenka, Vice Chairman RPSG Group, discusses India's rapidly changing consumer patterns and how businesses are adapting this evolving landscape.

21/02/2025 13:24:10

Ideas of India LIVE: Shashwat Goenka On Evolving Businesses And Challenges Associated To It

"Businesses are evolving with time, but what challenges does this shift pose for different groups as consumers change their communication styles and preferences?", Shashwat Goenka, Vice Chairman RPSG Group, addresses this questions.

21/02/2025 12:39:14

Ideas of India: RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group Shashwat Goenka VC Shares How Indians Consume Snacks

Vice-Chairman of RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group Shashwat Goenka talks about how the Indian market consumes snacks by Indian and Western brands. He shares how branding and marketing healthy snacks helps a company grow in the market.

21/02/2025 12:28:21

Ideas of India 2025 LIVE: Women Researchers Discuss Importance Of Seeking Help For Mental Health Wellness

Dr Pratima Murthy, Dr Shubha Tole, and Dr Jahnavi Phalkey discuss the stigma surrounding mental health conditions in India in a panel moderated by Megha Prasad.

21/02/2025 12:06:29

Ideas of India 2025 LIVE: Young Researchers Are Made To Wait For Over A Year For Payment, Says Shubha Tole

Young and capable minds must be retained and paid on time as per their skills, says Shubha Tole, Neuroscientist, and Professor, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research. Timely disbursal of funds is a must. "Across India, students are paid by CSIR fellowships, which do not come on time. Young minds, who come hungrily to do research, are expected to wait for months, sometimes over a year, without pay. They are paid in arrears... This is a human rights problem."

21/02/2025 11:49:21

Ideas of India 2025 LIVE: Women Who Man 'The Frontiers of Science' Dwell On India's Research Capabilities

The women who lead science and research in India talk about the field's development and the importance of recognising the problems around us. Director of NIMHANS Dr Pratima Murthy, Neuroscientist and Professor at Tata Institute of Fundamental Research Prof. (Dr.) Shubha Tole, and Founding Director of Science Gallery in Bengaluru Dr. Jahnavi Phalkey discuss the relation of brain, mind and body.

They said One in 10 people in the country suffers from a diagnosable mental disorder. Globally, it's perhaps one in five people, they said.

21/02/2025 11:17:51

Ideas of India 2025 LIVE: Manish Gupta Talks About The Development Of AI

Google DeepMind Director Manish Gupta at Ideas of India 2025 talks about how AI developed over the last decade and differentiates between AI and non-AI entities in machine learning technology. The session is being moderated by author and columnist Chetan Bhagat.

Gupta says AI can essentially do tasks that humans can do and need a thought process behind the tasks. He, however, says emotions will take a long time for AI to master.

21/02/2025 11:10:13

Ideas of India 2025 LIVE: Manish Gupta Shares How Google's 'Project Vaani' Will Capture Diversity Of Indian Languages

Senior Director of Google DeepMind Manish Gupta talks about the company's 'Project Vaani', which would track and collect language and accents of people from different parts of India. The project aims to develop AI models that would give answers in the cultural context when a question is asked.

21/02/2025 11:04:11

Ideas of India 2025 LIVE: How Google’s AlphaFold And Gemini Are Revolutionising AI — Manish Gupta Explains

Dr Manish Gupta, Senior Director, Google DeepMind, shares how the Google's projects like Gemini 2.0 and AlphaFold, can revolutionise how people can leverage AI in day-to-day lives to lead better lives. He also shares how artists like musicians and painters are leveraging the power of AI to push out better creations.

21/02/2025 10:44:52

Ideas of India 2025 LIVE: Pico Iyer, Shashi Tharoor Explain Why AI Cannot Replace Human Emotions

Pico Iyer and Shashi Tharoor say AI can do several jobs but it's impossible to replace human emotions and love and the human soul. However, talking about 'Humanity's Next Frontier', Shashi Tharoor says it may be able to replicate a particular style of writing and may even be able to "invent emotions".

21/02/2025 10:34:09

Ideas of India 2025 LIVE: Author Pico Iyer Talks About How To Have A Disciplined Mind In Session With Shashi Tharoor

Author Pico Iyer stresses the importance of peace of mind, having a disciplined mind, and love with oneself in a session with Shashi Tharoor. He also shares his travel experiences and how meditation helped him in his journeys in life.

21/02/2025 10:16:18

ABP Ideas of India 2025: Author Pico Iyer Shares How He Rebuilt His Life From Scratch

Author, journalist, and travel writer Pico Iyer shares his experience in life before an interactive with author and MP Shashi Tharoor.

21/02/2025 10:12:25

ABP Network's Ideas Of India Begins With Welcome Address By Atideb Sarkar

Atideb Sarkar, Chief Editor, ABP Network, addresses IoI

21/02/2025 10:04:56

Singer Sanjeevani Bhelande Presents Saraswati Vandana To Mark Launch Of ABP Ideas of India 2025

Sanjeevani Bhelande, singer and composer, presents Saraswati Vandana to mark the auspicious beginning of ABP Network's flagship event 'Ideas of India' season 4.

21/02/2025 09:59:05

ABP Ideas Of India Begins With Lamp Lighting Ceremony

Chief Editor of ABP Network Atideb Sarkar, ABP Network Director Dhrubo Mukherjee, Chief Executive Officer of ABP Network Sumanta Datta, and Executive VP (production) ABP News and ABP Majha Rajeev Khandekar light the ceremonial lamp to officially begin ABP Network's fourth edition of Ideas of India.

21/02/2025 09:48:18

Ideas Of India 2025 LIVE: Author, Journalist Pico Iyer To Be First Speaker

The highly anticipated ABP Network Ideas of India Summit 2025 is all set to begin at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Mumbai.

The session will begin with the speaker, Pico Iyer. He is an author, journalist, and travel writer. Iyer will talk on 'The Earth Flame: Searching For Inner Peace', moderated by Congress MP Shashi Tharoor.

Iyer is a full-time writer who has published 15 books, translated into 23 languages, on subjects ranging from the Dalai Lama to globalism. He has also written introductions to more than 70 other books, as well as liner and program notes, a screenplay for Miramax, and a libretto.

Ideas of India Highlights: Why Does Trump Thrive on Chaos? Ex-US Envoy Kurt Volker Discusses With Shashi Tharoor

Ideas of India 2025 Highlights: The summit is focused on the spiritual, socio-economic, scientific, and cultural developments that will shape the world as India moves towards Viksit Bharat 2047.

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