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CNBC-TV18 launches special series Marquee Nights with Anuradha SenGupta
Mumbai: CNBC-TV18, India’s leading English business news channel has launched a new series titled Marquee Nights. This series will showcase entrepreneurs, global icons, policymakers, business promoters and trendsetters across various sectors, who have made a name for themselves in their respective fields. Highlighting their memorable journey as they speak about their life in a very candid conversation, the show will provide valued and engaging content to its viewers.
With this series, Anuradha SenGupta makes a comeback to CNBC-TV18 as Editor and Presenter of the show. The first episode of Marquee Nights was aired on Friday, September 27 at 6:30pm. Beginning right where she left, Anuradha got things off to a bright start as she interviewed Carl Pei, the dashing 29-year-old co-founder of consumer tech company OnePlus.
Anuradha SenGupta of CNBC-TV18 says, “It was delightful to have Marquee Nights flagged off by Carl Pei. It’s rare to hear such refreshing candour and inspiring thoughtfulness from a young business icon. The conversation went many unexpected places from the brass tacks of business to a philosophy for life. I am looking forward to the next one.”
The freewheeling interview saw Pei voice his opinions about the Indian consumer, technological innovations and modern trends in the TV and smartphone market. He spoke at length about his story and the smashing success of the company he has created. Providing a background to what goes on behind the making of an established brand via a live experience was one of the many firsts in a new slate of programming lined up by CNBC-TV18.
Commenting on the launch of the show, Basant Dhawan, CEO – English & Business News Cluster, Network18 said, “With these luminaries being role models to each one of us, Marquee Nights offer glimpses of a previously unseen side to these personalities where we see them engage in a very informal and unplugged manner. The show provides a different take compared to mainstream corporate interviews by making these corporate giants feel completely at ease as they talk about their strategies and the roadmap ahead. This novel approach by the network through Marquee Nights shows that we understand the industry perspective that these innovators have to offer along with conveying this information in a manner that our audiences can easily resonate with. Having a veteran like Anuradha, who brings years of expertise, back in our midst as the show’s host further adds to the show’s charm. By staying ahead of the game, Marquee Nights is not only a show that is highly appealing for our viewers, but is one that brings immense value to our partners as well.”
The show’s setting will be plush and will provide a convivial surrounding where one gets to hear iconic global leaders and celebrities unplugged along with the chance to catch up with peers and deepen/foster connections. Viewers can track the series using the #CNBCTV18MarqueeNights.
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TV9 to host What India Thinks Today Summit 2026 in Delhi
PM Narendra Modi to keynote two day forum on India and the world
NEW DELHI: TV9 Network is gearing up to host the fourth edition of its flagship What India Thinks Today Summit 2026 on March 23 and 24 in the national capital, bringing together a wide spectrum of voices to debate India’s place in a shifting global order.
The summit will open with a keynote address by Narendra Modi, setting the tone for this year’s theme, “India and the world”, as the country positions itself at the crossroads of economic growth, geopolitical shifts and technological change.
From cabinet ministers to chief ministers, business leaders to cultural figures, the event promises a crowded stage and a lively exchange of ideas. Union ministers such as Piyush Goyal and Jyotiraditya Scindia are expected to attend, alongside state leaders including Mohan Yadav, Pushkar Singh Dhami, Bhajan Lal Sharma, Nayab Singh Saini and Bhagwant Mann.
Political voices from across the aisle, including Smriti Irani, Akhilesh Yadav and Asaduddin Owaisi, will also join the conversation, ensuring that the debates are as diverse as they are dynamic.
Adding a cultural and sporting touch, personalities such as yoga guru Swami Ramdev, poet Kumar Vishwas and cricketing names like Sourav Ganguly, Axar Patel and Arshdeep Singh are set to share the stage. Global business leaders and diplomats will further widen the lens, reflecting the summit’s international outlook.
Speaking ahead of the event, TV9 Network managing director and chief executive officer Barun Das, said India stands at a unique moment in history, combining demographic strength, technological capability and entrepreneurial energy. He noted that in uncertain times, honest conversations and bold ideas will shape the country’s trajectory.
The summit will explore themes ranging from economic growth and governance to innovation, sustainability and culture, positioning itself as a platform for dialogue at a time when the world is in flux.
With a packed agenda and a high-profile guest list, What India Thinks Today Summit 2026 aims to do more than just talk. It seeks to capture a moment where India is not only part of the global conversation, but increasingly helping lead it.
