From Tata’s legacy to tech-led politics: Highlights from Storyboard18’s Delhi Literature Festival 2025

At the 2025 edition of the Storyboard18 Delhi Literature Festival, thought leaders from diverse fields came together to explore the intersections of industry, identity, and inspiration.

By Storyboard18| Jun 30, 2025 4:10 PM

vFrom Tata’s legacy to tech-led politics: Highlights from Storyboard18’s Delhi Literature Festival 2025

Author Thomas Mathew at Storyboard18 Delhi Literature Festival

In a special episode of Media Dialogues With Storyboard18, parliamentarian Bansuri Swaraj spotlighted the economic promise of emerging sectors like gaming and emphasized the role of India’s youth in shaping the nation’s political future. Meanwhile, former diplomat Lakshmi Puri reflected on generational divides, personal storytelling, and her novel The Swallowing Sun.

The festival also featured a compelling conversation between biographer Dr. Thomas Mathew and Storyboard18 Editor Delshad Irani, delving into Ratan Tata: A Life, a biography that unpacks the legacy and leadership of one of India’s most iconic industrialists.

Television

Parliamentary Panel tells MIB to expand use of AI in India’s Broadcasting sector

The Committee, in its Eleventh Report (18th Lok Sabha), had noted and appreciated that “embracing the era of Artificial Intelligence (AI), on 26th May, 2024, DD Kisan had introduced two AI news anchors, AI Krish and AI Bhoomi.

Television

“BSR Bill must be holistic, robust and technology-proof,” Parliamentary Committee tells MIB

In response, the Ministry reiterated that consultations with stakeholders had been extensive and noted that additional time had been provided for comments. However, the Ministry confirmed that there are currently no plans to introduce the BSR Bill in Parliament.

Gaming

EXCLUSIVE: “Online Gaming Bill could devastate livelihoods,” EPWA writes to PM Modi

EPWA outlined four major concerns with the bill: the threat to gamer livelihoods; misclassification of skill-based games such as chess, poker, and esports

Gaming

Explained: What the Online Gaming Bill means for the industry, users and platforms

The draft law introduces accountability for companies, making directors, managers, and officers personally liable if offences occur under their watch. While independent and non-executive directors are shielded, executives in control of operations could face prosecution for corporate violations.

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Brand Marketing

Meta launches AI-powered voice translation for creators on Facebook, Instagram

Gaming

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Advertising

ENIL bets on Gaana, events as radio advertising weakens; Profit falls 50% in FY25

According to the annual report of ENIL, the operator of Radio Mirchi, profit plunged from Rs 38 crore in FY24 to Rs 19 crore in FY25.

Brand Makers

Emami Agrotech enters Rs 80,000 cr branded staples market with 'Healthy & Tasty' Atta, Maida & Suji

Gaming

Lok Sabha clears Gaming Bill, celebrity Ads on RMG may invite prison and crores in fines

Gaming

Breaking: Lok Sabha clears Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025

Brand Marketing

Google tweaks Play Store rules for app developers amid EU crackdown

Despite high usage, 67% worry AI could increase social isolation, and 58% have privacy concerns, highlighting a love-fear dynamic.

Digital

Over half of young Indians turn to AI as emotional confidants

Brand Makers

Ipsos appoints Jean-Laurent Poitou as CEO

Jean-Laurent Poitou spent more than 30 years at Accenture, in Europe as well as in the United States and Asia, where he held senior international management positions.

Gaming

Ban on real-money gaming could dent payment aggregators’ revenue by 10%

While UPI handles a staggering 19 billion transactions worth Rs 24 lakh crore every month, RMG accounts for only about 0.5% in value terms.

Brand Makers

Mythik appoints Jio Games' Sidharth Kedia as COO

Sidharth Kedia began his career at General Electric, is a chartered accountant, and also holds an MBA from the Stern School of Business at New York University.

Brand Marketing

Tata Mumbai Marathon 2026: Registration begins

Gaming

EXCLUSIVE: Esports gains recognition in Gaming Bill, industry warns against license raj

Advertising

Advertisers diversifying beyond Google, Meta report up to 214% higher returns: Study

India is witnessing one of the strongest mobile app growth trends globally.

How it Works

Govt spent nearly ₹981 crore in Q1 FY26 under BIND scheme to modernise DD and AIR

Launched in 2022, the BIND scheme is part of the government’s strategy to reinforce public broadcasting infrastructure in India, particularly in underserved areas.

Brand Makers

Chris Martin shrugs off kiss cam scandal, confirms it will stay at Coldplay concerts

Brand Marketing

Flipkart and Marriott Bonvoy announce strategic partnership to elevate consumer experiences

By linking both accounts, members enjoy exclusive Marriott Bonvoy member benefits, earn Marriott Bonvoy points when they shop on Flipkart and unlock great deals on Cleartrip and Flipkart Travel.

How it Works

India’s retail market to touch $1.93 trillion by 2030: Deloitte-FICCI report

FICCI-Deloitte report underscored the growing consumer preference for ‘Made in India’ products, with 68% favouring local brands in food & beverages.

Brand Marketing

Thomas Cook India partners with Mastercard; enables contactless crossborder payments on Google Pay

The contactless Tap-and-Pay/online feature is available across Thomas Cook’s suite of prepaid forex cards

In addition, Chintan Thakkar contributed significantly in the areas of, strategic investing, capital market including fund raise, M&A, helping and guiding the venture investing team, start-up portfolio management, risk management, treasury management, tax and above all in corporate governance, stated the company in its statement.

Brand Makers

Info Edge's CFO Chintan Thakkar steps down

Brand Marketing

Tata Motors re-enters South Africa's passenger car market after six years

Digital

DPDP Act aligns RTI with Right to Privacy: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Civil society groups, media bodies, and transparency activists, however, continue to raise concerns, describing the amendment as a “seismic shift” that could undermine citizens’ ability to hold public authorities accountable.

Gaming

Govt introduces Online Gaming Bill, 2025: Boost for E-sports, ban on online money games - I&B Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Bill also outlaws all online Betting and Gambling (Satta and Jua) activities – from Online Fantasy Sports to Online Gambling (like Poker, Rummy and other Card games) and Online Lotteries.

Gaming

Online gaming bill: Nazara's MD Mittersain flags potential risk to PokerBaazi-owned Moonshine investment

Television

Breaking: Proposed TRP reforms will enable fair competition and accurate data: MoS I&B Dr L. Murugan

Responding to these questions, Dr. L. Murugan, Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting, defended the Government’s recent steps to reform the ratings system.

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