News Broadcasting
Zee Delhi NCR-Haryana celebrates its first anniversary
Mumbai: Zee Delhi NCR Haryana, one of the most trusted Hindi News Channels catering to Delhi- NCR and Haryana, are celebrating their first anniversary today. Within a short time, the channel has become one of the leading news channels extensively reporting on politics, entertainment, sports etc.
With the launch of Zee Delhi NCR Haryana on 10 April 2022, the channel has been focusing on reporting on-ground news happenings, especially in the Delhi/NCR/Gurgaon- Haryana region. In the year gone by, while the MCD elections took the centre stage, it has witnessed an increased viewership through marque shows like ‘Auto Reporter’, ‘Dilli Nukkad’, ‘Chunavi Chauraha’, and ‘MCD ka Mahasangram’. In addition to these exclusive programming, Zee Delhi-NCR Haryana was the first Hindi news channel that covered the rescue operations on the fire incident in Delhi’s Mundka area, the inside story on Tik Tok star and BJP leader Sonali Phogat’s death etc.
ZMCL CBO Abhay Ojha highlighted “We are extremely thankful for the viewers of the Delhi-NCR Haryana for making Zee Delhi NCR Haryana channel one of the most-preferred Hindi news channels. Zee Delhi NCR Haryana will continue to be the voice of the wider population across the Delhi/NCR/Gurgaon regions. We, at ZEE Media, look forward to launching many such channels that can cover the niche segments of unnoticed regions/ markets and allow the local population of the respective regions to stay informed on a timely basis.”
ZMCL marketing head Anindya Khare further added, “It has been a roller-coaster ride for the Zee Delhi-NCR Haryana team, exclusively covering impactful stories across the Delhi-NCR Haryana regions. The changing market demand in terms of content consumption and revenue-generating opportunities were assessed on a timely basis. This has helped our team to achieve maximum stakeholders’ engagement about branding strategies, unbiased news telecasts, customising shows that can explain the impact of the latest happenings in Delhi –NCR Haryana etc.”
News Broadcasting
CNN-News18 rolls out Battle for the States ahead of key polls
Multi-format election coverage tracks voter mood across five battleground states
NEW DELHI: CNN-News18 has launched a special election programming initiative titled Battle for the States, as India gears up for high-stakes Assembly elections across West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam and Puducherry.
Built around the theme ‘Road to Power’, the multi-format coverage aims to follow the entire electoral journey, from campaigning and polling to results and government formation. The network is leaning into on-ground reportage and data-backed storytelling to decode voter sentiment across regions where local issues often shape the narrative.
The programming line-up includes ‘Vote Tracker’, a three-part series developed in collaboration with survey agency Vote Vibe. The show blends survey insights with expert commentary and field reporting, using augmented reality graphics to present complex electoral data such as vote share, seat projections and leadership preferences in a more accessible format. It will air every Monday evening until April 6.
Adding a cultural lens to political reporting is ‘So Saree!’, a ground-driven segment where women anchors travel across constituencies dressed in traditional handwoven sarees from each state. The format uses attire as a storytelling device, highlighting regional identity while capturing grassroots voices.
Meanwhile, ‘Unfiltered Kaapi’ and ‘Chai-Niti’ bring a more conversational tone, drawing inspiration from everyday political discussions in tea stalls and coffee corners. These segments aim to break down key issues through candid, fast-paced exchanges between anchors and reporters, tailored to regional sensibilities.
For viewers seeking deeper insights, the weekend docuseries ‘Reporters Project’ takes a longer view, with correspondents travelling across constituencies to map voter concerns and political shifts on the ground.
“Elections are about people, their aspirations, identities and the issues that matter to them, and every state tells a different story,” said CNN-News18 editorial affairs director Rahul Shivshankar. He added that the initiative focuses on understanding “the sentiment on the ground and what’s driving voter choices”.
Echoing the emphasis on credibility, Network18 CEO – English and business news Smriti Mehra said the network aims to combine on-ground reporting with data-led insights to deliver clear and timely coverage as the elections unfold.
With a mix of data, culture and grassroots reporting, CNN-News18 is positioning Battle for the States as a comprehensive window into one of India’s most closely watched electoral cycles, where every vote carries a story waiting to be told.
