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IBN Lokmat and MIDC launch the second edition of ‘Agenda Maharashtra’
MUMBAI: Tying back to the Vision for India of tomorrow, ‘Agenda Maharashtra 2015’ is a unique initiative that will aim to track the growth trajectory of the Maharashtra government across different sectors. The 2nd leg of the initiative by IBN-Lokmat will bring top leaders, visionaries and authorities of various sectors on a common platform to share their thoughts on the government’s current initiatives, their impact, and future plan of action.
The discussion will encapsulate all the sectors that have potential to bring the state on the forefront, revive the economy, boost job growth and deliver good governance to the citizens.
IBN Lokmat deputy managing editors Mahesh Mhatre & Mandar Phanse said, “We at IBN Network firmly believe that journalism has to be truly inclusive. As part of this commitment, we are back with Agenda Maharashtra 2015 in association with MIDC.
Agenda Maharashtra 2015 will bring the key stakeholders of the state on one platform to see a recap of the initiatives taken; record the achievements, challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for the government amidst influential personalities, ranging from politicians, bureaucrats to industrialists, among others.”
Speaking about the initiative, Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadanvis in an interview with IBN Lokmat said, “The Maharashtra Government believes in sustainable growth, and that is the reason foreign investors have shown interest in the Public Private Partnerships model, as a part of the Make in India policy. Agenda Maharashtra 2015, is an initiative that hopes to discuss the dream of development right from Agriculture sector to IT sector, and Infrastructure to social development”
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Kamlesh Singh receives Haldi Ghati Award from MMCF
India Today Group editor honoured for three decades of journalism at Udaipur ceremony.
MUMBAI- Kamlesh Singh just turned a lifetime of sharp words into a shiny shield because when journalism wakes up a society, even the Maharana of Mewar wants to pin a medal on it.
The Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation (MMCF) conferred its prestigious Haldi Ghati Award on Kamlesh Singh, a senior editor at the India Today Group, during a ceremony in Udaipur on 15 March 2026. The national award, instituted in 1981-82, recognises “work of permanent value that initiates an awakening in society through the medium of journalism.”
Singh, who leads several editorial initiatives including Aaj Tak Radio, the Teen Taal community and The Lallantop, was presented the honour by Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar, Managing Trustee of MMCF. The citation highlighted his three decades of contributions to Indian media, innovations in digital journalism, mentoring young reporters, and his popular podcast persona “Tau” on Teen Taal, which fosters thoughtful public discourse.
The Haldi Ghati Award, named after the historic Battle of Haldighati symbolising valour and resilience, is one of four national awards given annually by MMCF. Past recipients include Tavleen Singh, Piyush Pandey and Raj Chengappa.
Other honourees this year included Padma Vibhushan Pt Hari Prasad Chaurasia, Vedamurti Devvrat Rekhe, Treeman of India Marimuthu Yoganathan, Vir Chakra Capt Rizwan Malik, and US-based researcher Molly Emma Aitken, who received the Colonel James Tod Award for contributions to understanding Mewar’s spirit and values.
In an era where headlines often shout louder than substance, the MMCF quietly reminded everyone that real journalism isn’t about noise, it’s about the quiet, persistent work that stirs society awake, one thoughtful story at a time.
