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BBC Worldwide, Baby Cow announce digital media deal
MUMBAI: BBC Worldwide’s Indie Unit announced a digital media deal with award-winning producer Baby Cow. The deal give the commercial arm of the BBC the right to distribute all of Baby Cow’s programmes via all digital media platforms, both on-demand and as downloads to own.
In addition to the digital media distribution of Baby Cow’s existing content, the agreement also allows at least 30 minutes of new material which can be specifically designed for exploitation on digital media distribution platforms, such as mobile or web services dedicated to short form content.
BBC Worldwide Indie Unit Helen Jackson says, “The deal with Baby Cow is an important example of a new range of deals that BBC Worldwide is striking with its Indie partners. We’re really excited about the quality of content this deal brings to our digital media offering and about the new bespoke content we’ll be creating together.”
Baby Cow founding partner Henry Normal, says, “We at Baby Cow have been looking into ways of exploiting our content through digital media platforms for some time. BBC Worldwide, with its exciting range of distribution contacts, have provided us with the right opportunity of getting into the UK and international markets.”
BBC Worldwide Digital Media director Simon Danker commented, “We’re delighted with this deal with Baby Cow and excited about the opportunity to create brand new material for digital distribution. Baby Cow’s programming, such as The Mighty Boosh, is perfect for a digital audience and we are looking forward to using our growing expertise in this area for future development deals.”
Baby Cow was established in 1999, by comedy creators Henry Normal and Steve Coogan, and has gained an enviable reputation for new British comedy talent. The production company is responsible for hits which include: Human Remains, Doctor Terrible’s House of Horrors, Cruise of the Gods, Marion and Geoff, Nighty Night, The Keith Barret Show, Ideal, Mighty Boosh and Sensitive Skin.
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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.
