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Aaj Tak set to organise ‘Panchayat Aaj Tak’ in UP
New Delhi: Aaj Tak has announced the latest edition of its conclave – Panchayat Aaj Tak’ – scheduled to begin in Lucknow on Friday.
The event starting at 10 AM will feature debates and discussions on various burning issues surrounding UP politics ahead of the state assembly elections due early next year.
Several leaders from the ruling BJP government Iand from other parties like the Indian National Congress, Aam Aadmi Party, BSP, and the SP will be in attendance as speakers discussing the dynamics of civic development, electoral politics, religion, minority representation, and arts and culture in the state of Uttar Pradesh, the network said in a statement.
The conclave will also see a host of sessions, starting with “Kaun Banega Mukhya Mantri? (Who Will Be the chief minister?)” led by the deputy chief minister of UP Keshav Prasad Maurya, moving to multi-party panel discussions like “Kaun Jaat Ho? (What’s Your Caste?)” with leaders from the BJP, Congress and the SP.
Current cabinet minister, Satish Mahana will take a session on civic planning such as “Expressway ki Ganga”. Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav will lead a session titled “UP Mein Khela Hoi”. Bhartiya Kisan Union spokesperson Rakesh Tikait,will be talking in the session named “Jaat Khadi Karega Khaat!”
Bhim Army president Chandrashekhar Azad Ravan will be heading a session on Dalit vote blocs while AIMIM Chief Asaduddin Owaisi along with cabinet minister Sidharth Nath Singh will be talking in a session titled “Chunav Ka Dharam Kaanta”.
The final session of the day will be a keynote speech from chief minister Yogi Adityanath on “Mission 300” and his vision for Uttar Pradesh.
The event is part of Aaj Tak’s effort to bring nuanced debates to the Indian masses, in order for them to comprehend topical issues in an easy-to-access format. The event will be conducted with all Covid-appropriate protocols in place.
The event will be broadcast live on the Aaj Tak channel and live streamed online starting 10 AM.
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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.
