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It isn’t a monologue: A role reversal for Sadhuguru on ‘Duologue with Barun Das’
Mumbai: Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, known for his contributions in the field of yoga, spirituality, and environmentalism, is faced with a line of questioning from TV9 Network MD & CEO and ‘Duologue’ host Barun Das where new theories come to light. The exchange on spirituality being a ‘concept’ or a way of life draws out an animated conversation. In a bid to transit from complexity to clarity. Sadhguru talks about ‘Inner Engineering’ as the SOP for spirituality, but does it convince Das?
“Being in conversation with Sadhguru has been partly educational, and completely riveting. I admire his capability to indulge me on most occasions when my point of view is contrarian. His ability to assimilate and reflect on new thought processes is particularly impressive,” said Das.
Duologue with Das is a cerebral conversation with a legend or a legend in the making. As the title suggests, it is a two-way interaction to enable exchange of ideas in a free-flowing manner. Duologue is not provoked by headline management but to evolve emancipated influencer conversations.
The insights shared by Sadhguru on India’s role in the global arena and the importance of guiding the youth in the right direction added a new dimension to their Duologue, making it an unforgettable deliberation.
In response to Das’s assertion that “Spirituality is born out of human minds,” Sadhguru said, “Concepts are made in human minds… it is not a product of your mind. If you keep your mind aside, you will become spiritual.”
Das shared three levers he manages his interfaces and life with. The first one is ‘being true to his duty and himself,’ the second, ‘his belief of living and letting live,’ and the third being ‘consciously not harming anyone.’ Sadhguru promptly called the definition of his ‘interfaces’ as ‘transactions of life’ and said, “Essentially, when you say interface, you’re trying to define your transactions with the world around you. It is important to separate the life of existence and life of transactions. Transactions are not your life; you are a life.”
Seeking clarity amid the complexity, Das demanded an SOP for spirituality that can be followed in daily life. Sadhguru joked about his ashram being a ‘Factory of Spirituality.’ However, he gave out the SOP with the help of a 20-second exercise and called the method ‘Inner Engineering’.
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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.
