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Swaranjali Delhi Presents Baithaki 2026

Raaga & Raasa of Indian Classical Music

In collaboration with Eternal Oasis Gurugram

Gurugram, Haryana | Feb 27 – Swaranjali Delhi, dedicated to the promotion and preservation of Indian classical music, proudly presents Baithaki 2026 – Raaga & Raasa of Indian Classical Music, an evocative evening celebrating the depth, devotion, and dynamism of India’s timeless musical heritage. The event is being organized in collaboration with Eternal Oasis Gurugram, a distinguished Centre for Art, Culture, and Spirituality.

Event Details:

Date: Saturday, 21st March 2026

Time: 5:30 PM onwards

Venue: Anandam | 1st Floor, Eternal Oasis

Sector 42, Gurugram, Haryana – 122002

Baithaki 2026 promises an immersive classical music experience in an intimate baithak-style setting, where audiences can connect deeply with the raagas, emotions (raasa), and spiritual essence of Indian classical traditions.

Featured Artists:

• Master Arjun Ahluwalia – Sitar
• Smt. Sonali Natta – Vocal
• Dr. Rama Sundar Ranganathan – Vocal
• Shri Subrata De – Sitar

Accompanying Artists:

• Shri Jitendra Swain
• Pt. Siddhartha Chatterjee
• Shri Mukesh Bharadwaj

The evening will showcase a rich blend of instrumental and vocal renditions, offering audiences a soulful journey through classical compositions rooted in tradition yet resonating with contemporary sensibilities. Each performance is thoughtfully curated to highlight the intricate beauty of raaga expression and the emotive power of Indian classical music.

Eternal Oasis Gurugram, known for nurturing artistic and spiritual dialogue, provides the perfect ambiance for this gathering — creating a serene environment where music becomes meditation and performance transforms into shared experience.

Baithaki 2026 aims not only to present exceptional artistry but also to foster appreciation for India’s classical heritage among diverse audiences, including young rasikas and seasoned connoisseurs. Through such initiatives, Swaranjali Delhi continues its mission to create meaningful platforms for artists while strengthening the cultural fabric of society.

Music lovers, patrons of the arts, and members of the community are warmly invited to be part of this enchanting evening celebrating the Raaga and Raasa of Indian Classical Music.

RSVP & Contact:

Swaranjali Delhi

Website: www.swaranjali.org

Eternal Oasis Gurugram

Website: www.eternaloasis.org

Contact: +91-9910300319

Be a part of this unforgettable celebration of melody, devotion, and artistic excellence on 21st March 2026 at Anandam, Eternal Oasis, Gurugram

NDTV Appoints Naveen Kapoor as Editor of NDTV World

Feb 25: NDTV has announced the appointment of Naveen Kapoor as Editor, NDTV World, strengthening the network’s global editorial leadership as it expands its international news footprint.

A senior newsroom leader with over 25 years of experience, Naveen Kapoor has been part of the core leadership teams behind some of India’s most influential news organisations, including Times Now, WION, and Press Trust of India (PTI). Over the course of his career, he has played a pivotal role in building, scaling, and leading news platforms that are today leaders in their respective segments. 

Commenting on the appointment, Rahul Kanwal, CEO & Editor-in-Chief, NDTV, said, ‘Naveen’s experience in building global newsrooms and leading complex editorial operations makes him a strong addition to NDTV World as we deepen our international focus. His leadership and editorial depth align strongly with our journalism‑first approach.’

Before joining NDTV, Naveen was the Founding Editor of PTI’s Video Services, where he built a modern television and digital news agency from the ground up. His responsibilities included setting up editorial frameworks, domestic and international bureaus, newsroom systems, and content delivery mechanisms aligned with international standards. Earlier, as Head of Newsroom at WION, India’s first global news channel, he was instrumental in transforming the channel into a credible international news brand with an expanded global footprint and robust coverage of major geopolitical and world events. Naveen has also served as Senior Vice President and Chief of News Operations at Times Now, where he was part of the core team that shaped the channel’s editorial and operational foundations and supported its rise as a leading news network.

Across roles, Naveen has led coverage of several defining national and international stories, built high‑performing newsroom teams, and driven journalism that balances credibility, speed, and a strong global perspective.

He holds a B.A in English from Delhi University and a Diploma in Journalism from Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, and has completed the Reuters Foundation Course in TV Journalism. He has also undergone TV Broadcast Journalism training in the United States under the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). 

In his new role, Naveen Kapoor will lead the editorial direction of NDTV World, with a focus on strengthening its global outlook, editorial depth, and commitment to credible, independent journalism.

Mandali Explores Choices Where Doing Right Comes at a Cost

Some films grow louder with time. Mandali grows quieter and sharper. Now streaming on OTT, the film feels less like a period reflection and more like a mirror held up to the present. The film shows how difficult, yet how important, it is to protect the ideals of Sanatan values.

Directed by Rakesh Chaturvedi, Mandali draws from Munshi Premchand’s Ramleela to explore a society where righteousness is praised on stage but punished in real life. At its centre is Purushottam Choubey, portrayed by Abhishek Duhan, a man whose faith is simple, deeply personal and increasingly out of place. Times are changing. Society is changing. But will we change our sense of dignity and values?

Puru plays Lord Laxman in Ramleela, believing the role demands humility and discipline. When his uncle Ramsevak (Vineet Kumar), the moral anchor of his life, is sidelined by those who control the performance, Puru is forced to confront a hard truth that power often hides behind tradition and devotion can be weaponised. In today’s fast-paced life, we often forget that our traditions and values are our true identity. Mandali reminds us how Ramleela artists, despite living in poverty, continue to uphold dignity and moral values.

As political influence, caste prejudice and social pressure close in, the film refuses easy victories. Rajneesh Duggall’s character embodies authority that speaks softly but controls deeply, while Aanchal Munjal’s Bunty brings emotional weight to the cost of standing by principles when survival demands surrender. From the Ramleela stage to the reality of society, this is a journey that will open your eyes.

What makes Mandali resonate today is its refusal to romanticise resistance. It shows how lonely moral courage can be and how choosing the right path often means losing comfort, belonging and love. In the name of entertainment, are we losing our values?

With its OTT release, the film finally reaches audiences in a space that allows reflection rather than reaction. Chanting Lord Ram’s name is easy, but walking on the path of Ram’s values is difficult. Mandali reflects the pain of those artists who, despite poverty and humiliation, continue to keep the divine stories of Lord Ram alive.

Produced by Prashant Kumar Gupta, Geetika Gupta and Neetu Sabarwal, Mandali now streams on Amazon Prime Video, asking a timeless question: what happens when doing the right thing costs you everything?

India’s Luxury Destination for Grand Weddings – Where Scale, Spectacle, and Sophistication Converge at Fairmont Mumbai

Mumbai, Feb 25: Designed to host the most extraordinary moments of a lifetime, Fairmont Mumbai emerges as one of India’s most definitive destinations for luxury weddings and milestone celebrations. Home to one of the country’s largest and most technologically advanced banqueting portfolios, the hotel brings together monumental scale, architectural drama, and deeply personalised service—setting a new benchmark for grand Indian weddings, receptions, and multi-day celebrations.

From opulent wedding galas hosting over 2,000 guests to intimate mehendi lunches, cocktail soirées, and elegant receptions, Fairmont Mumbai seamlessly blends grandeur with warmth—creating celebrations that feel expansive yet exquisitely personal.

Where Wedding Grandeur Meets Thoughtful Craft

Every celebration space at Fairmont Mumbai has been envisioned as an immersive canvas—architecturally bold, technologically seamless, and intuitively designed to translate a couple’s vision into unforgettable reality. State-of-the-art, plug-and-play infrastructure allows for effortless customisation, while layered design details lend each venue a sense of timeless elegance.

Golden accents add understated opulence, while bespoke carpets inspired by Paithani sarees—crafted by artisans from Maharashtra—root the spaces in regional heritage. Even at a monumental scale, the experience remains bespoke, with dedicated wedding specialists ensuring every detail—from décor and culinary journeys to guest flow and ceremonies—is thoughtfully curated.

Innovative ceiling structures with a 100-tonne hanging capacity allow for dramatic floral installations, chandeliers, and aerial performances, while a dedicated car lift enables luxury vehicle entries—transforming bridal arrivals and baraats into unforgettable moments of theatre.

A Versatile Canvas for Every Wedding Moment

Fairmont Mumbai’s expansive celebration venues offer unparalleled flexibility for multi-event weddings and large-scale festivities:

• Infinity Ballroom: A breathtaking 21,000 sq. ft. pillarless ballroom complemented by an equally expansive 21,000 sq. ft. pre-function area with two live theatre kitchens—ideal for grand wedding ceremonies and receptions hosting up to 2,000 guests.

• Eon Ballroom: A chic, high-energy venue with a built-in bar, perfect for sangeet nights, cocktail celebrations, and stylish after-parties.

• The Vantage: A 12,000 sq. ft. rooftop venue with sweeping views of the city and airport, designed for elegant open-air celebrations, sunset pheras, and evening receptions under the stars.

• Samaa: A refined rooftop setting offering an intimate yet atmospheric backdrop for pre-wedding soirées, haldi and mehendi celebrations, curated cocktail evenings, and close-knit wedding festivities—where elevated cuisine, ambient lighting, and open skies come together to create unforgettable moments.

• Grand Terminus: A sophisticated space for intimate gatherings, family meetings, and private wedding functions.

A Destination Designed for Once-in-a-Lifetime Celebrations

“Fairmont Mumbai’s wedding and celebration offering has been thoughtfully conceived as a destination in itself—where scale is matched by sensitivity, and grandeur is delivered with intent. Every wedding hosted here is a deeply personal journey, elevated through design, technology, and the signature Fairmont approach to service. Our vision is to create a setting where India’s most meaningful celebrations unfold with effortless elegance.” — Rajiv Kapoor, General Manager, Fairmont Mumbai

“Fairmont Mumbai represents a defining chapter in our vision to build enduring destinations that host the most important moments in people’s lives. The scale and ambition of its celebration spaces reflect our commitment to creating landmarks designed for generations of weddings and milestones. Together with Fairmont, we have created an address where heritage, architecture, and contemporary luxury come together to celebrate love and legacy.” — Nitan Chhatwal, Chairman & Managing Director, Shrem Group

The New Address for Iconic Weddings in India

In a city where celebrations are woven into everyday life, Fairmont Mumbai stands apart as a destination designed for weddings that demand scale, sophistication, and soul—redefining how landmark celebrations are imagined and experienced.

Ex- OML leaders, Rishabh Nahar and Ankur Kaushik Launch Beacon Live, to Shape the Next Era of Global Live Entertainment

Mumbai, Feb 24: Two of the architects behind India’s modern live comedy touring ecosystem, Rishabh Nahar and Ankur Kaushik, have come together to launch Beacon Live, a live entertainment touring company with ambitions to shape the next era of global and domestic live experiences. 

Drawing on years of leadership at Only Much Louder (OML), where they helped scale artist touring, international expansion, and landmark live milestones, the founders now turn their focus toward building artist-first infrastructure, global touring pathways, and original live properties under the Beacon Live banner. During their time at OML, and under organisational leadership, they also managed and worked closely with a range of prominent artists including Tanmay Bhat, Samay Raina, Biswa K Rath, Rohan Joshi, Sumukhi Suresh, Suhani Shah and more, reflecting the scale and diversity of talent they have operated alongside within the ecosystem. 

Over the past decade, Nahar and Kaushik have been closely involved in the evolution of India’s comedy and live entertainment landscape, developing scalable touring models, commercially viable comedy IPs, and international promoter networks that enabled Indian artists to perform across more than sixty global markets. Their work expanded domestic touring across multiple cities, pioneered IP formats that sold over 100,000 tickets, and helped take Indian comedy to global stages including Madison Square Garden, Royal Albert Hall, Scotiabank Arena, Sydney Opera House, and Dubai Opera, while also contributing to large-scale touring ecosystems around leading artists such as Zakir Khan. This work has been supported by longstanding international relationships and partnerships across key global organisations including UTA, Outback Presents, Soho Theatre, Live Nation, AEG, BookMyShow, and TribeVibe, enabling cross-market collaboration and global programming access. 

With Beacon Live, the focus shifts from category building within an organisation to independently shaping the next phase of live entertainment growth across markets and formats. The company is positioned as a full-spectrum touring and promotions partner operating across comedy, music, and emerging performance formats, with capabilities spanning domestic and international touring, IP and festival development, cross-border programming, consulting, and strategic advisory. 

Beacon Live builds on that foundation with a clear vision: to create more structured, scalable, and artist-centric touring ecosystems across comedy, music, and emerging performance formats. The company will focus on developing cross-market touring pathways, producing original live IPs, and collaborating with promoters, platforms, and partners to deliver consistently high-quality live experiences. Its approach prioritises long-term audience building, operational discipline, and transparent partnerships, areas the founders believe are critical to the next phase of industry growth. 

At its core, Beacon Live aims to operate differently by combining execution depth with global access and ecosystem perspective — treating touring not as isolated event production, but as sustained market development for artists and audiences alike. This includes enabling Indian

talent to reach wider geographies, facilitating international collaborations, and contributing to the evolution of programming, infrastructure, and live experience design across the sector. 

Speaking on the launch, Rishabh Nahar, Co Founder of Beacon Live said,

“We’ve had the privilege of building within the ecosystem at a time when comedy and live touring were still finding their footing. After years of helping scale live formats and global touring pathways, Beacon Live is a natural extension of that journey. Beacon Live is rooted in the belief that the live industry can operate with greater depth of expertise, stronger execution discipline, and long-term ecosystem thinking. We’re bringing together everything we’ve learned, networks, credibility, and perspective to create sustainable opportunities for artists and partners at scale.” 

Ankur Kaushik, Co Founder of Beacon Live added,

“Our journey has been defined by growing alongside the artists and audiences that shaped this space. That proximity gave us insight into the structural gaps and opportunities within touring, programming, and experience building. Beacon Live is an artist-, consumer-, and experience-first company, and that principle informs every decision we make, from developing new formats to expanding global access for Indian talent and supporting the evolution of live infrastructure. We see this as a long-term commitment to strengthening the ecosystem rather than just participating in it.” 

As live entertainment in India enters a phase marked by increased institutional recognition, infrastructure investment, and global collaboration, Beacon Live positions itself at the intersection of experience, access, and execution. By leveraging deep industry relationships and operational expertise, the company aims to accelerate the global movement of Indian artists, introduce international performers to domestic audiences, and build scalable live properties that reflect the next chapter of audience demand and cultural exchange. 

Sunidhi Chauhan’s Concert

Chandigarh, Feb 23: Omaxe New Chandigarh witnessed a landmark live entertainment evening as more than 10,000 fans gathered for the high-energy ‘I AM HOME INDIA TOUR’ headlined by acclaimed playback sensation Sunidhi Chauhan. The grand spectacle further reinforced the city’s growing stature on the regional cultural and entertainment map.

Delivering a power-packed performance, Sunidhi Chauhan enthralled audiences with a dynamic lineup of her chart-topping hits. Her electrifying stage presence and powerful vocals transformed the venue into a vibrant celebration of music, energy, and community spirit.

As the Official Venue Partner, Omaxe Group curated a seamless and immersive concert experience. The event featured state-of-the-art stage production, advanced lighting systems, expansive LED displays, and high-quality sound engineering. Meticulous crowd management, streamlined entry and exit planning, robust security arrangements, and a thoughtfully designed food and beverage zone elevated the concert into a comprehensive lifestyle experience.

The scale, precision, and execution of the event underscore Omaxe’s broader vision of developing integrated destinations that foster community engagement and cultural vibrancy. With infrastructure designed to accommodate mega gatherings, Omaxe New Chandigarh is rapidly emerging as a preferred destination for marquee events across North India.

Speaking on the occasion, Jatin Goel, Executive Director, Omaxe Group, said:

“The turnout of over 10,000 attendees highlights the region’s strong appetite for premium live entertainment. Hosting Sunidhi Chauhan’s ‘I AM HOME INDIA TOUR’ at Omaxe New Chandigarh is a proud milestone, and we look forward to curating many more landmark experiences for the city.”

The evening concluded on an exhilarating note, setting a new benchmark for large-scale live entertainment events in the region and further solidifying Omaxe New Chandigarh’s position as a premier cultural and lifestyle hub.

Mukta Arts and Green Gold Animation Partner to Create Animated Shows and Films from Mukta IP

Mumbai, Feb 19 : Mukta Arts Ltd. and Green Gold Animation have announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on the development and production of animated shows and feature films based on Mukta Arts’ iconic intellectual property portfolio.

As part of its strategic expansion into animation, Mukta Arts launched SGM Animation Studio in 2025 as its dedicated Animation and Games division. The studio is focused on developing, producing and co-producing animated films, series, comic books and games, leveraging Mukta Arts’ rich IP library built over four decades, along with creating new original properties rooted in the company’s storytelling legacy.

Green Gold Animation, founded by Rajiv Chilaka, is India’s leading animation studio and the creator of some of the country’s most successful homegrown animation IPs, including the globally popular Chhota Bheem universe. With decades of experience and hundreds of hours of animated content, Green Gold brings deep expertise in building scalable, character-driven franchises for television, OTT and feature films.

Under the MOU, Mukta Arts and Green Gold Animation will work together to develop multiple animated IPs inspired by landmark films from Mukta Arts’ celebrated catalogue, including Kalicharan, Karz, Hero, Karma, Ram Lakhan, Khalnayak, Saudagar, Iqbal and more, along with character-led spin-offs from these universes.

Creative teams from Mukta Arts and Green Gold Animation have already initiated discussions, with the first project currently in development.

Commenting on the collaboration, Rajiv Chilaka, Founder and CEO, Green Gold Animation, said

“This partnership with SGM Studios allows us to apply our experience in building long-lasting animation IPs to a truly iconic film catalogue. Together, we aim to create animated worlds that are rooted in these legendary stories, yet designed to connect with today’s young, global audiences.”

Subhash Ghai, Filmmaker and Founder, Mukta Arts Ltd added,

“Mukta Arts has always believed in creating stories with lasting emotional value. Through animation, we are extending our IP into a new medium for the next generation.”

Senior Citizens Aged 60–80 Celebrate Life Through Music with ‘Humming Birds’

Mumbai | Feb 13: Age is no barrier when the heart still beats to music. Proving this with grace, enthusiasm, and timeless melodies, Humming Birds a vibrant singing group of senior citizens are set to present a soulful musical evening titled “Dil Chahta Hai” in Mumbai. The group brings together senior citizens ranging in age from 60 to 80 years, united by a shared love for music. The musical evening will be held at Mysore Association Hall, King Circle, Matunga, on 20 February.

Formed by elderly music lovers who have carried their passion for singing across decades, Humming Birds is a celebration of active ageing, creativity, and companionship. Their performances are rooted in nostalgia, yet alive with energy bringing to the stage classic Hindi film songs that continue to resonate across generations.

The evening will feature heartfelt performances by members including Kishor Parulekar, Subodh Ekbote, Pravin Doshi, Suman Gokarn, Rajesh Rane, Jaanvika, Manoj shirsagar, Harsha Mehta and others each lending their voice and lived experience to a thoughtfully curated repertoire.

The repertoire includes timeless favourites originally penned by legendary lyricists such as Sahir Ludhianvi, Gulzar, Anand Bakshi, and Majrooh Sultanpuri, and composed by musical greats like Khayyam, Kalyanji Anandji, Rahul Dev Burman, A.R. Rahman, and Shankar Jaikishan.

Audiences can look forward to evergreen songs such as “Kabhi Kabhi Mere Dil Mein,” “Pal Bhar Thehar Jaao,” “Tere Mere Milan Ki Yeh Raina,” “Kahin Door Jab Din Dhal Jaye,” “Salame Ishq Meri Jaan,” “Mere Mehboob Na Ja,” and “Abhi Na Jao Chhod Kar.” These melodies, reimagined by Humming Birds, promise to evoke deep nostalgia and strike an instant emotional chord with listeners.

Sharing his thoughts, Retired Engineer Pravin Doshi (80), one of the senior members of Humming Birds, said, “Music has been my lifelong companion. At 80, when many believe life should slow down, singing gives me renewed energy and purpose. ‘Humming Birds’ is not just a group it is a family that reminds us every day that passion has no age. When we sing these timeless songs, we relive memories, friendships, and moments that shaped our lives. ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ is our way of telling the world that the heart never grows old.”

Speaking about his performance on Kabhie Kabhie, Subodh Ekbote (65), an interior designer by profession and a member of the group, added, “Performing ‘Kabhi Kabhi Mere Dil Mein’ is deeply personal for me. This song has lived with me for decades its poetry, its silences, and its emotions only grow deeper with time. Presenting it with dialogues makes the experience even more powerful, almost like revisiting moments from our own lives. Mukesh’s voice, Sahir Ludhianvi’s words, and Khayyam’s music together remind us that some songs don’t age they mature, just like us.”

At a time when ageing is often associated with slowing down, Humming Birds offers a refreshing and inspiring narrative where creativity continues to thrive, friendships deepen, and passion finds new expression. “Dil Chahta Hai” is more than a musical evening; it is a heartfelt ode to life, memories, and melodies that never fade.

Mumbai audiences can look forward to an evening filled with warmth, nostalgia, and music sung straight from the heart.

Pooja Katurde Stays Fit to Perfectly Portray Police Officer in Pushpa Impossible

“I keep it simple with regular workouts, staying active, and clean eating to do justice to my role as a police officer in the show” says Pooja Katurde of Sony SAB’s Pushpa Impossible

Sony SAB’s Pushpa Impossible is winning hearts with its inspiring storytelling and relatable characters. The show beautifully captures the everyday triumphs and challenges of its lead protagonist, Pushpa (Karuna Pandey), making it one of television’s most loved family entertainers. As Pushpa Impossible enters one of its most intense weeks yet, Pooja Katurde’s portrayal of the sharp, no-nonsense police officer and Pushpa’s daughter in law, stands out with striking authenticity.

Pooja Katurde says staying fit is not just about looking the part, but about truly feeling like her character. With intense investigation sequences, physical fitness helps her stay alert and maintain physical stamina and discipline. The actor believes that fitness is essential to her preparation to convincingly portray a uniformed officer and to bring authenticity to her character. For Pooja, fitness has become an important part of understanding her character’s strength and discipline.

Speaking about the experience, Pooja Katurde shares, 

“Wearing the uniform itself puts you in a very different mindset. It automatically demands strength, confidence, and alertness. I knew that to play a police officer, I must stay fit and maintain a certain physique because the role demands it. What the audience sees on screen is a flawless and confident presence, but behind the scenes, I put in immense effort to maintain that for the role. I’m not someone who believes in extreme workouts so I keep it simple with regular workouts, staying active, and clean eating to do justice to my role as a police officer in the show. When your body feels strong, it reflects on screen without you trying too hard.”

Knowledge Networks Launches Moonshots.TV at Global Cyberpeace Summit 2.0

New Delhi, Feb 12: Knowledge Networks today unveiled Moonshots.TV, a 24/7 global OTT platform dedicated exclusively to startup pitches, at the Global Cyberpeace Summit 2.0, the flagship AI & Tech event organized by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). The platform was formally launched by eminent global leaders in technology, cybersecurity, governance, digital policy, innovation and online safety, including Ronnie Aiolupotea, Deputy CEO and Chief Cybersecurity Officer, Ministry of Communications and IT, Australia, Dr. Bhaskar Chatterjee, CEO, Anil Agarwal Foundation (Vedanta Group), Srinivas Mantripragada, Founder, Maaya AI, United States of America and Divine Selase Agbeti – Ag. Director-General at Cyber Security Authority, Ghana.

Speaking at the launch of Moonshots TV, Sanjay Puri, Founder, Knowledge Networks, said, “India has over 1.25 lakh startups, yet most pitches get just a few minutes of attention and then vanish. In an era where over 70% of decision-makers consume business content digitally and on-demand, startups need visibility that lasts. Moonshots.TV is designed to solve this gap. With this in mind, through this initiative we are aiming to support 25% of featured startups in securing a minimum of $1,000,000 funding by the end of 2026. By offering a 24/7 global OTT platform for startup pitches, we are extending the life, reach and impact of every founder’s story. This shifts the ecosystem from one-time, event-led pitching to continuous discovery, enabling startups to connect with investors, enterprises and partners anytime, anywhere. It’s a scalable visibility engine built to accelerate growth across India’s startup ecosystem.”

An initiative of Knowledge Networks, Moonshots.TV addresses a critical gap by providing startups with sustained, round-the-clock global exposure beyond traditional, time-bound pitch events across diverse geographies. The platform is supported by an advisory panel comprising senior leaders from the startup, investment, and technology ecosystems. A few prominent advisory members on the panel are Dr. Bruno Rondani, Founder & CEO, The 100 Open Startups, the world’s largest Open Innovation Platform based in São Paulo, Brazil and represents Latin American markets primarily. Mr. Sudhir Kadam, Founder and Managing Partner of Fyda.net, a global firm focused on exits. He represents the world’s most dynamic Startups ecosystem of the Silicon Valley and Mr. Prem Barthasarathy, Founder & Managing Partner of Pontaq, a UK – India Cross Border Fund with over 210 investments in the past 11 years.

With global distribution across major FAST and OTT platforms in the U.S., Europe, APAC, and the Middle East, Moonshots.TV offers partners massive international reach and continuous discoverability. Startups featured on the platform gain exposure not only to investors, but also to potential hires, collaborators, service providers, and acquisition partners.

India’s startup growth is reinforced by a strong institutional framework led by MeitY, whose flagship initiatives have played a catalytic role. These include GENESIS (Gen-Next Support for Innovative Startups), launched in 2022 with a ₹490 crore outlay to support nearly 1,600 deep-tech startups, especially from Tier-II and Tier-III cities; the MeitY Startup Hub (MSH), which today supports 6,148+ startups, 517 incubators and 329 labs nationwide; and the TIDE 2.0 Scheme, launched in 2019, supporting ICT and emerging technology entrepreneurship through 51 incubators across premier academic and research institutions. Programmes such as SAMRIDH further strengthen India’s innovation pipeline through structured acceleration, mentorship and non-dilutive funding.

The launch of Moonshots.TV at the Global Cyberpeace Summit 2.0 was complemented by two high-impact panel discussions reflecting the convergence of AI, cybersecurity, innovation and entrepreneurship. The panel on ‘Building Responsible AI for a Secure Digital Future’ examined AI safety, trust and governance, while ‘From Threat Detection to Autonomous Defense’ explored the evolution of AI-powered cybersecurity from reactive models to autonomous defense systems—underscoring the critical role of secure innovation in the digital economy.

Moonshots.TV is open to startups, incubators, accelerators, universities, government-backed programs and innovation ecosystems across sectors. Submissions are completely free, with no listing or streaming fees, ensuring inclusive access for innovators from emerging and global markets alike.