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CNBC-TV18’s ‘The Firm’ presents a special series, ‘COMPANIES, ACT!’
MUMBAI: CNBC-TV18’s ‘The Firm’ enjoys the distinction of being Indian television’s only show dedicated exclusively to corporate law, governance, M&A, tax and audit matters. The Firm is hence, best poised to present ‘Companies, Act!’ – an extremely topical special series, over the next few weeks. Through 8-10 episodes, the show will showcase the best minds in business, finance, law and accounting to bring you an in-depth analysis of what the new Companies Act, 2013 means for corporate India and its stakeholders.
From 1st April, 2014, The Companies Act, 2013 is finally a reality – with 29 chapters, 7 schedules, 470 sections (only 282 operational as of now) and 19 chapters of Rules (operational). Each one of India’s over 9 lakh companies will now have to exist, operate, grow and govern as per this landmark, new legal architecture.
From incorporation to capital raising, governance, board management, accounting and audit, M&A, litigation and bankruptcy – ‘Companies, Act!’ will cover every aspect of the impact of this new law on India Inc.
Tune in to CNBC-TV18 to watch ‘Companies, Act!’ every Saturday at 10:00 pm and every Sunday at 6:30 pm from 19th April, 2014.
The Firm on CNBC-TV18 is an industry benchmark in covering the latest in corporate law, governance, taxation and auditing. With India leading the emerging markets promise and as Indian corporates make global moves and investment flows deepen, shareholder protection strategies, merger & acquisition tactics and taxation issues will be critical to success. Hosted by Menaka Doshi, The Firm is the one-stop destination to stay abreast of the rapid developments in this space.
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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.
