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Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025
A ceremonial start to the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025 as James Robinson and David MacMillan, Nobel Laureates; Hanna Stjärne, Executive Director of the Nobel Foundation; and Siddharth Sharma, CEO of Tata Trusts, light the lamp, marking an auspicious beginning to the dialogue.
A soulful performance by Kavita Krishnamurti Subramaniam, Dr L Subramaniam, and their ensemble adds a graceful musical interlude to the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025.
Padma Bhushan Dr L Subramaniam brings a touch of India’s classical brilliance to the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025 with a stirring performance.
Siddharth Sharma, CEO, Tata Trusts, delivers the welcome address, setting the tone for The Future We Want at the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025 in Bengaluru.
Nobel Laureate James Robinson shares insights on “The Origins of Prosperity and Progress”, inspiring audiences to rethink pathways to a fair and prosperous future at the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025.
Nobel Laureate James Robinson engages the audience during his talk at the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025.
An insightful session by Nobel Laureate David MacMillan, who spoke about organocatalysis as part of “The Origins of Scientific Breakthroughs” at the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025.
Dr Tolullah Oni delivers a thought-provoking talk on “The Future of Cities: Living Ecosystems of Innovation.”
Leaders from science, academia and policy come together for a discussion on “The Megatrends Shaping the World, Navigating the Next Decade”. Moderated by Owen Gaffney, chief impact officer, Nobel Prize Outreach, the panel featured (from left) Montek Singh Ahluwalia, economist and former deputy chairman, Planning Commission of India; Tolullah Oni, scientist and epidemiologist; and James Robinson, Nobel Laureate in economic sciences, 2024.
Dr Gagandeep Kang, renowned microbiologist, speaks on “Global Health Breakthroughs: Pathways to Human Progress.”
In a session moderated by Jayaram Chengalur, director, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, (from left) Gagandeep Kang, microbiologist; Kush Parmar, biotech entrepreneur and managing partner, 5AM Ventures; and David MacMillan, Nobel Laureate, chemistry 2021, discuss “Breakthroughs in Science and Technology that will Transform Health and Sustainability” at the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025.
A young participant poses a thoughtful question during the audience Q&A, reflecting the spirit of curiosity and engagement at the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025.
Siddharth Sharma, CEO of Tata Trusts, shares a light moment with Montek Singh Ahluwalia during the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025.
Nobel Laureate David MacMillan and biotech entrepreneur Kush Parmar engage in conversation while seated among the audience at the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025.
Nobel laureates and speakers sit among the audience, fully engaged in the ongoing session.
Harish Bhat, Non-Executive Director at Tata Starbucks, Trent, and Infiniti Retail, poses a question to the speakers’ panel during the session.
A glimpse of cheerful faces in the audience, capturing the energy and enthusiasm that filled the auditorium at the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025.
The event concluded with a commemorative selfie featuring (from left) Owen Gaffney, Nobel Laureates James Robinson and David MacMillan, and Shilpi Ghosh — with the audience in the auditorium still abuzz with energy.
Pre-event: Speakers of the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025 interact with deans and professors of IISc at the IIS Council Chamber before the event.
Ahead of the event, from left: IISc Professors Satyam Suwas, Jayant Modak, Govindasamy Mugesh, SK Satheesh, and Rajesh Sundaresan; Hanna Stjärne, Nobel Foundation; Jayaram Chengalur, TIFR; Montek Singh Ahluwalia, economist; and Nobel Laureates David MacMillan (chemistry 2021) and James Robinson (economic sciences 2024) — pose for a photograph at IISc.
Audience at the registration desk before the Nobel Prize Dialogue 2025.
From left: Nobel Laureate David MacMillan (chemistry 2021); Siddharth Sharma, CEO, Tata Trusts; Hanna Stjärne, Executive Director, Nobel Foundation; Natarajan Chandrasekaran, Chairman, Tata Sons; Nobel Laureate James Robinson (economic sciences 2024); Venu Srinivasan, Vice-Chairman, Tata Trusts and Chairman Emeritus, TVS Motor Company; and Noel Tata, Chairman, Tata Trusts, inaugurate the Mumbai edition of the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025 by lighting the ceremonial lamp.
From left: Nobel Laureate David MacMillan (chemistry 2021); Siddharth Sharma, CEO, Tata Trusts; Hanna Stjärne, Executive Director, Nobel Foundation; Venu Srinivasan, Vice-Chairman, Tata Trusts and Chairman Emeritus, TVS Motor Company; Natarajan Chandrasekaran, Chairman, Tata Sons; Nobel Laureate James Robinson (economic sciences 2024); and Noel Tata, Chairman, Tata Trusts, inaugurate the Mumbai edition of the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025 by lighting the ceremonial lamp.
Noel Tata, Chairman, Tata Trusts, delivers the opening address, marking the start of the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025 in Mumbai.
Noel Tata, Chairman, Tata Trusts, delivers the opening address, marking the start of the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025 in Mumbai.
Nobel Laureate James Robinson delivers a talk on “Governing for Human Progress” at the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025, held at the Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai.
Tolullah Oni, scientist and epidemiologist, delivers a talk on “Healthy Cities as Foundations of Prosperity” at the Mumbai edition of the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025.
Tolullah Oni, scientist and epidemiologist, delivers a talk on “Healthy Cities as Foundations of Prosperity” at the Mumbai edition of the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025.
In a session moderated by Owen Gaffney, chief impact officer, Nobel Prize Outreach (extreme left), the first panel discussion, “The Megatrends Shaping the World – Navigating the Next Decade”, brought together (from left) Montek Singh Ahulwalia, economist; Tolullah Oni, scientist and epidemiologist; and James Robinson (Nobel Laureate in economic sciences 2024).
Nobel Laureate David MacMillan delivers a talk on “Catalysing Scientific Breakthroughs”, sharing insights from his pioneering work in chemistry with the Mumbai audience at the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025.
Gagandeep Kang, a microbiologist, speaks on “Investing in Global Health”, highlighting pathways to equity and resilience at the Mumbai edition of the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025.
In the second session moderated by Jayaram Chengalur, TIFR, (from left) Gagandeep Kang, microbiologist; Kush Parmar, biotech entrepreneur and David MacMillan, Nobel Laureate (chemistry 2021), discuss “Breakthroughs in Science and Technology That Will Transform Health and Sustainability.” The panel explored cutting-edge innovations shaping the future of health and environmental resilience.
A guest engages with the panel during the Q&A session at the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025.
Padma Shri Pt Sanjeev Abhyankar and Padma Shri Dr Ashwini Bhide-Deshpande present a soulful Hindustani classical recital, accompanied by their troupe, at the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025 in Mumbai.
Padma Shri Pt Sanjeev Abhyankar and Padma Shri Dr Ashwini Bhide-Deshpande present a soulful Hindustani classical recital, accompanied by their troupe, at the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025 in Mumbai.
David MacMillan and James Robinson share a light-hearted moment after the Mumbai edition of the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025.
At an on-ground art session in Bharat Nagar, Bandra East, Mumbai, illustrator Kripa Bhatia spent the day opening windows to imagination - sharing stories and artwork from What I Want with young learners as they explored their own dreams on paper. The on-ground session, facilitated by Red Boys Foundation and supported by Parag, an initiative of Tata Trusts, encouraged children to sketch the futures they hope to build. Some of these heartfelt expressions were showcased at the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025 held at Bengaluru.
A group of children sat together sketching the futures they dream of - filled with dignity, opportunity and equality. The session created space for them to imagine and express who they want to become and the India they hope to see.
Gulnar, 17, draws her dream future — education, flying planes, and a greener world.
Sami, 16, pours his hopes into the character of Kakashi, a hero who rises above hardship with kindness and strength. Sami shared his belief that a compassionate, understanding and forgiving society (that mirror's Kakashi's character) can shape a better future. His artwork reflects the person he hopes to become and the world he wishes to see.
Kripa, a renowned illustrator herself, reflected on the artworks created by the children, "A small introduction to the six indigenous and folk art forms and a little background of the six artists, opened a new world to our children. I cannot say whether all our girls - many of whom come from restrictive environments - felt a sense of liberation seeing women artists who have overcome their own barriers ... but their drawings spoke loudly enough. One girl imagined a future city where women can walk safely at night. These drawings remind us how much work still lies ahead to create a world that is safe and joyful. They call on us to respond with urgency and empathy. The Nobel Prize Dialogue offers a meaningful space to bring these young voices to the forefront."
Siddharth Sharma (right), CEO of Tata Trusts, interacts with Harish Bhat and Veena Bhat at the Parag Collab Art Wall booth during the Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025 in Bengaluru on November 3, 2025.
A guest explores the Parag Collab Art Wall - a showcase of children's imaginations and aspirations created through a collaboration supported by Parag, an initiative of Tata Trusts.
Maulshree Kalothia from Tata Trusts interacts with a guest at the Parag Collab Art Wall, sharing insights into the children's artworks and the stories behind them.
“I'm really excited to, like, see more research and studies on women's health.”
— Tanushree Gajbhiye
Young professional
“You know, these headlines where people are not getting food, there are people who are starving. [In the future] I just don't want to see these headlines because, I mean, food is such a basic need.”
— Saurabh Dvivedi
Young professional“[I want] A future where education goes beyond exams and nurtures curiosity.”
— Mayur Waghela
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