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News18 SheShakti to celebrate women transforming India
Mumbai: After a highly successful inaugural edition, the ‘News18 SheShakti’ summit, returns for its 2024 edition on 16 September in New Delhi, in association with Lions International. With the theme of, ‘Breaking Barriers’ the event aims to bring together women leaders from politics, art, social work, and several other fields, highlighting their remarkable contributions and leadership.
Indian women are redefining global narratives with their extraordinary achievements, driven by passion, grit, and resilience. The ‘Breaking Barriers’ theme highlights their role in reshaping the world through stories of overcoming challenges and excelling across fields. The summit celebrates such icons, who are not only elevating India’s global stature but also inspiring the next generation of women leaders.
The summit will feature a diverse array of influential policymakers, women leaders, and changemakers, including the vice president of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar; chief justice of India, Dr Justice D Y Chandrachud; maharani of the erstwhile princely state of Baroda, Radhikaraje Gaekwad; Teach For India CEO, Shaheen Mistri; member of Lok Sabha, Shambhavi Choudhary; member of Lok Sabha, Bansuri Swaraj; Indian Institute of Astrophysics director, Dr Annapurni Subramaniam; actor Shefali Shah; actor Rasika Dugal; pabiben.com founder, Pabiben Rabari; ISRO’s Aditya mission project director, Nigar Shaji; retired judge and senior counsel of the Supreme Court of India, Justice Indu Malhotra; former UN assistant secretary general & ambassador of India, Lakshmi M Puri; former Indian ambassador to the UN, Ruchira Kamboj; Delhi Police DCP & PRO, Suman Nalwa; two-time Paralympic champion Avani Lekhara; actor and former MP Kirron Kher; actor Sikandar Kher; singer and Padma Bhushan awardee Usha Uthup; and actor Bhumi Pednekar.
Elaborating on the upcoming event, Network18 CEO – digital & president – corporate strategy, Puneet Singhvi said, “Building on the success of SheShakti’s first edition, we are raising the bar this year with our motto – Elevate, Empower, Inspire. This year’s lineup is truly inspiring, with women icons from across fields, age groups coming together to share their stories and celebrate their achievements. As the country’s largest news network, we are committed to showcasing remarkable journeys, fostering meaningful dialogues, and inspiring next generations to break barriers and pursue excellence.”
Network18 (broadcast) CEO & A+E Networks I TV18 managing director Avinash Kaul added, “India is at a pivotal moment, where women are not just breaking barriers but excelling in areas once considered off-limits. At Network18, we see it as our responsibility to celebrate and spotlight the achievements of these trailblazers. By highlighting their stories, we set the stage for meaningful dialogue and inspiration, paving the way for a more inclusive and progressive society.”
News18 SheShakti is a powerful tribute to women who have boldly broken barriers and turned their dreams into reality. It provides a space to celebrate the cultural and economic contributions of women, underscoring the importance of gender diversity and inclusion in building a stronger, more resilient India.
Support the initiative for gender equality and empowerment by tuning in to News18.com and CNN-News18’s YouTube and Facebook page on 16 September, 11 am onwards.
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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.
