News Broadcasting
Times Network announces new channel pricing with ‘The Times Network Value Pack’
MUMBAI: Times Network, India’s leading television broadcasting network, announced its channel packs in three categories – Times Network News Pack, Times Network Value Pack and Times Network HD Premium Pack, in compliance with the TRAI tariff order. With a strong bouquet of influential brands in its portfolio across best in class English news, world class Hollywood and Bollywood entertainment, Times Network’s unique proposition is a requisite for the smart urban viewers to complete their TV viewing experience.
The Times Network Value Pack at a compelling price of Rs. 13/- includes a strong mix of channels including Times NOW, ET NOW, Mirror NOW, Zoom, Movies Now, MNX and Romedy NOW, thereby making it a go to network for the consumers for their daily dose of information and entertainment. The other variant packs include Times Network News Pack at Rs. 5/- that includes English news channels and Bollywood entertainment channel and Times Network HD Premium Pack at Rs. 20/- which includes all SD (non-simulcast) & HD channels of the network. *refer list below for complete details of the packs
MK Anand, MD & CEO, Times Network said, “TRAI’s tariff order is a transformational shift which will lead to a coherent framework that safeguards consumer interests and strengthen the offerings of the broadcasters. As we transition into this new phase, we see this as an opportunity that enables transparency and flexibility to TV viewing experience and benefits the entire TV ecosystem. We consistently create disruptive and engaging content for the progressive Indian consumers and we are confident that we will continue to be the preferred English network that offers differentiated content at a compelling price”.
News Broadcasting
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.
