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Saral Jeevan adds three new programs to its prime time offering
MUMBAI: Saral Jeevan, a Kannada infotainment channel, is launching three shows today. While one of them is season two of Jnanapada (based on folk songs), the other two programs are based on factual content. With a focus on non- fiction programming like history, mythology, travel and insights from Indian heritage and culture, Saral Jeevan has made a mark for itself in the Kannada TV space.
MAHAAN SADHAKARU (Great Achievers): They are true heroes. They came from nothing, have gone through the toughest times as part of their life journey, and achieved the greatest success. This program highlights the hardships and the journey of these rare achievers. The show will premier today and will come on air every Monday to Saturday at 8.30 pm.
ADBUTHA BHARATHA (Ancient Wonders of India): The program details some of the most iconic identities of India. The beginning, history, importance, the unique architecture, and the science behind these identities are presented. This unique concept will air every Monday to Saturday at 9.00 pm.
JNANAPADA 2 (Best of Folk): 2nd season of the highly popular folk songs based program focuses on north Karnataka culture. A compilation of highly motivating and inspiring folk songs of Kannada, this singing show is going to air every Monday to Saturday at 10.30 pm.
Saral Jeevan is available across MSOs in Karnataka and on DTH platforms (Airtel # 967, Videocon # 686 and Reliance Big TV # 836). The channel is a part of CG Parivar Group, founded by Dr. Sri Chandrashekhar Guruji, who is the pioneer in Saral Vaastu.
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Parikshit Luthra exits CNBC-TV18 after 20-year run
Former bureau chief to take brief pause before next role
NEW DELHI: Senior journalist Parikshit Luthra has signed off from CNBC-TV18, marking 28 February 2026 as his final day and closing nearly two decades with Network18 Media & Investments Limited, including eight years at the business news channel.
During his tenure, Luthra interviewed prominent business leaders and Union ministers, reporting on economic policy, corporate strategy, the automobile sector and financial markets. His coverage spanned key inflection points in India’s economic narrative.
He also led new programming formats such as Newscentre, Global Eye and Global Lens, shows that examined politics and foreign policy through an economic prism, reflecting the channel’s push towards globally linked business reporting.
In a LinkedIn post, Luthra said his final weeks were spent covering the Union Budget, the India AI Summit, India’s trade agreements with the US and EU, and the group’s flagship Rising Bharat Summit 2026. He added that he continued anchoring until his last day and briefly met Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his closing assignments.
Luthra joined CNBC-TV18 in June 2018 as assistant editor, later rising to senior editor and chief of bureau, a position he held for over two years. Before that, he worked with Republic TV and CNN-News18.
He said he plans to take a short break before embarking on his next professional chapter.
