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Reliance Industries to sell 3.1% stake in Network 18
MUMBAI: In a move to bring down its shareholding to permitted levels, Mukesh Ambani led Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) is looking at offloading 3.25 crore shares from its recently acquired Network 18 Media & Investments Limited (NW18). Pegged at around Rs 200 crore, the company will sell 3.10 per cent of the equity capital of NW18.
The decision has been taken to bring down the aggregate shareholding of the promoter and promoter group to 75 per cent and increase the public shareholding to 25 per cent as mandated by Clause 40A of the listing agreement pursuant to Securities Contract (Regulation) Rules, 1957.
In this regard, Shinano Retail, which is a wholly owned subsidiary of RIL, has issued a notice of offer for sale of 3.25 crore shares of NW18 through the stock exchange mechanism in accordance with the SEBI circulars.
It can be noted that RIL acquired Network18 and TV18 Broadcast for an estimated sum of Rs 4000 crore through its arm Independent Media Trust (IMT) on 29 May, 2014.
RIL is one of India’s largest private sector company, with a consolidated turnover of Rs 3,88,494 crore (US$ 62.2 billion), cash profit of Rs 36,291crore (US$ 5.8 billion) and net profit of Rs 23,566 crore (US$ 3.8 billion) for the year ended 31 March, 2015.
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CNN-News18 launches weekend show Health Matters to decode health trends
New show aims to cut through viral wellness fads with expert-backed advice
MUMBAI: In an age where viral reels often double up as lifestyle advice, CNN-News18 is launching a weekend show aimed at separating health facts from fashionable myths.
Titled News18 Health Matters, the half-hour programme will premiere on 14 March 2026 and position itself as a reliable guide through the maze of wellness trends, internet remedies and quick-fix health advice that increasingly shape everyday decisions.
India is in the midst of a major health transition. Lifestyle diseases are striking earlier, stress and sleep deprivation have become routine, and health choices are often influenced by trending content rather than medical evidence. The new show leans into this reality with a simple premise: trending does not always mean true.
Anchored by Hem Kaur Saroya and Himani Chandna, the programme will air every Saturday at 8:30 am and 5:30 pm and on Sundays at 10:30 am. Episodes will also be available on the channel’s YouTube platform.
Each instalment will tackle everyday health concerns that are increasingly entering mainstream conversations. Topics range from the rise of heart attacks among people under 40 and the growing reliance on protein supplements, to the rush toward weight-loss drugs and the widespread overuse of painkillers. The show will also examine issues such as screen addiction, chronic sleep loss, stress-related disorders and the rising prevalence of thyroid conditions, diabetes and hypertension.
Speaking about the launch, Rahul Shivshankar said the show aims to bring clarity to a space crowded with misinformation.
“With Health Matters, CNN-News18 aims to cut through the noise and empower viewers with clear, expert-led conversations grounded in science and medical evidence. At a time when viral trends increasingly influence lifestyle choices, it is important to distinguish between what is trending and what is truly beneficial for long-term health,” he said.
Echoing the sentiment, Smriti Mehra said the programme reflects the channel’s commitment to responsible and relevant programming.
“With growing public interest in wellness and preventive health, Health Matters strengthens CNN-News18’s focus on issues that affect everyday life. In an increasingly crowded information space, credible and verified health conversations have never been more important,” she said.
With Health Matters, CNN-News18 is betting that viewers want more than bite-sized advice and viral fixes. The show promises something rarer in the age of algorithm-driven wellness tips: calm, credible conversations that help people make better health choices.
