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News18 Bangla concludes the 2nd edition of leadership conclave on a high note
Mumbai: News18 Bangla recently hosted the second edition of the Leadership Conclave in Kolkata on 11 March 2024. The event aimed at recognizing and celebrating the individuals and institutions who have made remarkable contributions to the growth of West Bengal. News18 Bangla honoured these individuals and institutions for creating new opportunities and strengthening the infrastructure.
News18 Bangla Leadership Conclave was organized in association with the Rotary Club of Calcutta Inner City, which helped to shortlist the awardees by forming a jury board. The members of the jury were Mr. Pradeep Gooptu, the former editor of Business Standard; Mr. Anindya Palchowdhury, Founder and CEO of Welta Family Office; Mr. Krishna Kumar Modi, Founder Director of Phoenix Machines Pvt Ltd; Mr. Nabarun Sen, President of Century Ply Board; and Ritesh Kapoor, Director of KK Craft & Engineer Consultant Pvt Ltd
Apart from the celebrations the ceremony also featured five panel discussions, where eminent personalities, experts, and stalwarts explored the many challenges faced by the state and the potential solutions for these hurdles. Distinguished guests who have participated in panel discussions include Mr. Bidyut Majumder, General Manager, Business Development, JIS Group; Dr. Cs Mamta Binani, President, MSME Development Forum, West Bengal; Mr. Anindya Palchowdhury, Founder and CEO Welta Family Officer; Mr. Krishna Kumar Modi, Founder & Director, Phoenix Machines Pvt Ltd; Dr. Sujata Dutta Hazarika, Senior Regional Director, IGNOU, Kolkata Regional Centre and Mr. Subir Khasnabis, Retired, CEO, Arcelor Mittal Design and Engineering. Mr. Biswa Majumdar, Editor of East at Network18, highlighted the rapid changes happening in the global landscape.
Mentioned below are the individuals and institutions who were felicitated at the conclave – Mr. Sanjib Kr Patwari, Director, Rashmi Group – ‘Most Reliable Leader In Construction & Building Materials’; Mr. Satyam Roychowdhury, Co-Founder & Managing Director, Techno India Group & Chancellor, Sister Nivedita University – ‘Iconic Leader & Philanthropist In Eastern India’; Dr. Debashish Bhattacharya, Founder Chairman, Disha Eye Hospitals – ‘Visionary Leader In Eye Care’; Mr. Atanu Sarkar, Founder & CEO, Webskitters – IT Development & Academics – ‘Most Promising Leader in IT Development & Academics’; Dr Pooja Shaw, Executive Director, Narayan Memorial Hospital – ‘Most Promising Women Leader In Healthcare Industry’; Mr. Supriyo Ghosh, Managing Partner, Girish Chandra Ghosh & GGS – ‘Leadership Legacy In Multidisciplinary Business Establishments’; Sardar Simarpreet Singh, Director, JIS Group – ‘Most Trusted Leader In Education’; Mrs. Bipasha Samanta, Director, Smiles Per Miles – ‘Most Promising Women Leader in Travel & Tourism Industry’; Mr. Debasish Bhattacharjee, CEO, Samata Co Operative Development Bank – ‘Leader In Fecilitating Women Empowerment’; Dr. Somnath Chatterjee, Director, Suraksha Diagnostic Pvt Ltd – ‘Most Trusted Name In Diagnosis’; Sardar Taranjit Singh, Managing Director, JIS Group – ‘Most Inspirational Business Leader In Eastern India’; Mr. Hirak Bhattacharjee, Director, Shalimar Chemical Works – ‘Most Prolific Young Leader in FMCG Sector In Eastern India’; Mr. Chitta Dipan Biswas, Managing Director, Dipan Herbal Pharmacy LLP – ‘Leader In Alternative Medicines’; Mr Maminul Akanda, Founder, Global Institute Of Management Studies – ‘Youngest Leader In Hotel & Hospitality Education’; Mr. Sudipta Banerjee, Director, Bevel – ‘Most Versatile Leader In Diversified Ventures’; Mr. Tapabrata Mukherjee. Director, Meghbela Cable & Broadband Services (P) Ltd – ‘Dynamic Leader in Broadband Services & Entertainment’; Mr. Chiranjib Ghosh, Proprietor, Eureka Enterprise –‘Most Encouraging Leader Promoting Entrepreneurship’; Mr. Prithiijit Das, Director, Das Style Private Limited – ‘Emerging Young Entrepreneur’; Mr. Manab Paul, Founder & CEO, Sree Balaji – ‘Most Innovative Leader In Real Estate’; Dr. Jahidul Sarkar, Director, Mr Group of Colleges & Hospitals – ‘Emerging Leader In Education & Health’; Mr. Amiyo Dey (Shankar Da), Managing Director, Vivekananda Ashramik Coaching Centre (Shankar Da R Coaching) – ‘Most Consistent Leader In Competitive Studies’; Mr. Sukantilal Saha, Founder, Master Weaver & Designer, Saha Textiles – ‘Most Inspiring Leader In Textile Research & Development Of Rural Weavers’; Prof. Samit Ray, Chairman – Rice Group & Chancellor – Adamas University, Rice Group – ‘Most Celebrated Leader In Education In Eastern India’ and Balaram Mullik & Radharaman Mullik – ‘Excellence In Sweet And Confectionary’
The second edition of the News18 Bangla Leadership Conclave was successfully concluded, honouring brilliant minds from various sectors.
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News18 India launches Command Centre war explainer with Arya
New show shifts from debates to decoding global conflicts and impacts
MUMBAI: News18 India has rolled out a new war-focused programme, Command Centre, featuring Gaurav Arya, as it looks to offer viewers a sharper, more grounded take on global conflicts amid rising tensions in West Asia.
Positioned as an “insider war room”, the show moves away from conventional panel debates and instead focuses on explaining military developments, decoding strategy and connecting global events to their everyday impact, from fuel prices to economic shifts.
The format leans heavily on visuals and data. The studio has been designed like a command hub, complete with large LED war maps, real-time graphics and an alert system to track developments as they unfold.
At the centre of it all is Arya, who brings his military background to simplify complex war strategies for viewers. His signature line, “Seedhi baat samjhiye”, anchors the show’s promise of clarity over noise.
News18 India managing editor Jyoti Kamal said, “Command Centre, featuring Major Gaurav Arya is designed to deliver accurate insights and a clear perspective on how evolving conflicts impact everyday life, from household budgets to national security. With expert voices analysing every development in real time, the show goes beyond headlines to decode what’s happening now, what it means, and what could come next.”
Echoing the intent, Gaurav Arya added, “In times of war, confusion is the biggest threat. With News18 India’s Command Centre, we are bringing viewers inside the war room, decoding strategies, tracking every escalation, and explaining, in the simplest terms, what it means for India and for every household. Seedhi baat samjhiye, this is where you understand not just what is happening, but what happens next.”
The weekday show will air in the afternoon slot and will also feature Gaurav Shukla, adding to its editorial depth.
With its mix of analysis, visuals and a clear focus on impact, the show reflects a broader shift in news consumption. Viewers are no longer just watching events unfold, they are looking to understand what those events mean for them.
