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Times Now absorbs Mirror Now in strategic shake-up
MUMBAI: India’s leading English news channel, Times Now, is getting even bigger. In a bold strategic realignment, Mirror Now will be merged into Times Now, consolidating the network’s editorial firepower and strengthening its grip on the English news market.
With a legacy spanning nearly two decades, Times Now has built a reputation for hard-hitting, agenda-setting journalism. The merger is set to amplify its impact, ensuring sharper analysis, stronger reportage, and a more unified editorial voice.
As the media landscape shifts, Times Network is doubling down on growth, innovation, and excellence—not just for viewers but for its newsroom talent. By fostering a high-energy, forward-thinking editorial ecosystem, the network is cementing its place as a powerhouse of fearless journalism and impactful storytelling.
Meanwhile, Times Now Navbharat continues to shake up the Hindi news space with its action-driven journalism. On the business front, ET Now and ET Now Swadesh remain India’s most trusted sources for market insights, delivering expert analysis and deep financial intelligence to audiences across the country.
With this realignment, Times Network is making it clear: in the fast-moving world of news, it’s staying ahead of the curve—and the competition.
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Kamlesh Singh receives Haldi Ghati Award from MMCF
India Today Group editor honoured for three decades of journalism at Udaipur ceremony.
MUMBAI- Kamlesh Singh just turned a lifetime of sharp words into a shiny shield because when journalism wakes up a society, even the Maharana of Mewar wants to pin a medal on it.
The Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation (MMCF) conferred its prestigious Haldi Ghati Award on Kamlesh Singh, a senior editor at the India Today Group, during a ceremony in Udaipur on 15 March 2026. The national award, instituted in 1981-82, recognises “work of permanent value that initiates an awakening in society through the medium of journalism.”
Singh, who leads several editorial initiatives including Aaj Tak Radio, the Teen Taal community and The Lallantop, was presented the honour by Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar, Managing Trustee of MMCF. The citation highlighted his three decades of contributions to Indian media, innovations in digital journalism, mentoring young reporters, and his popular podcast persona “Tau” on Teen Taal, which fosters thoughtful public discourse.
The Haldi Ghati Award, named after the historic Battle of Haldighati symbolising valour and resilience, is one of four national awards given annually by MMCF. Past recipients include Tavleen Singh, Piyush Pandey and Raj Chengappa.
Other honourees this year included Padma Vibhushan Pt Hari Prasad Chaurasia, Vedamurti Devvrat Rekhe, Treeman of India Marimuthu Yoganathan, Vir Chakra Capt Rizwan Malik, and US-based researcher Molly Emma Aitken, who received the Colonel James Tod Award for contributions to understanding Mewar’s spirit and values.
In an era where headlines often shout louder than substance, the MMCF quietly reminded everyone that real journalism isn’t about noise, it’s about the quiet, persistent work that stirs society awake, one thoughtful story at a time.
