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CM Bhupesh Baghel felicitates extraordinary individuals of Chhattisgarh at Bharat24’s Shikhar Samman
Mumbai: In continuation to its special initiative that recognizes and encourages individuals who are making extraordinary contributions towards the vision of new India, Bharat24 organised Chhattisgarh Shikhar Samman in Raipur to felicitate such extraordinary individuals from the state. Bharat24 CEO & editor-in-chief Dr Jagdeesh Chandra believes that ‘states make the nation’ and Shikhar Samman continues to recognize extraordinary individuals from various walks of life from various states for their exemplary work.
Chief minister Bhupesh Baghel was the chief guest at the event and honoured the winners from different sectors for their exemplary work with the coveted trophy of Shikhar Samman. In a one-on-one interaction with executive editor and senior anchor Mimansa Malik, Baghel talked about the current challenges and the work he is doing towards the holistic development of the state.
The event was hosted by top leadership of Bharat24 including chief business officer and strategic advisor to the board Manoj Jagyasi, senior editor Syed Umar, executive editor and senior anchor Mimansa Malik, senior anchor Shikha Thakur and Chhattisgarh editor Devesh Tiwari.
The event was also attended by the former chief minister of Chhattisgarh Dr Raman Singh, Padmashri recipients including folk singer and actor Anuj Sharma, Kabir Singer Bharti Bandhu, Anup Ranjan Pandey of Bastar Band, business luminaries and elite members of society. The platform put the spotlight on individuals and their contributions but also curated multiple knowledge sessions featuring star panelists deliberate on key issues that have direct impact on the people of the state.
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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.
