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CNBC- TV18 takes business heroes beyond the boardrooms with Weekender
MUMBAI: Have you wondered what the corporate biggies do in their leisure time? CNBC-TV18 gives you a peek into the lives of India’s business heroes with the launch of their new show CNBC-TV18 Weekender. The show aims at taking the industry leaders out of their corporate environment and getting a sense of what intrigues, inspires and motivates them. Starting 15th April 2016 at 10:30 pm, this conversational show will take the viewers into the unexplored lives of business leaders.
Speaking about the show, CNBC-TV18 managing editor Shereen Bhan says “The CNBC-TV18 Weekender is our attempt to understand the mind and the motivation of young leaders. Business is so much more than numbers on a balance sheet. It is about foresight, perseverance, courage and risk taking. The show gives us an insight into how leaders nurture these qualities to make the right choices.”
There is a lot that goes into making it big in the business world. While numbers and figures form an important part, it’s also about the vision and courage that an industry leader possesses. CNBC- TV18 Weekender explores the creative pursuits that these leaders enjoy which can range from taking a road trip to the Himalayas to spending a leisure day at the Sula Vineyards. The idea is to understand the driving force that keeps them motivated to do superior work. A glimpse into their perfect weekend is an added advantage that the show will offer.
The first episode with feature the dynamic Rare Enterprises trader Atul Suri. The show will feature head honchos like Amit Burman, Ashish Dhawan, Peter Gordon, Harish Salve Kavin Bharti Mittal, Venkatesh Kini, Sajjan Jindal, Roland Folger and many more. CNBC-TV18 Weekender will be hosted by an assortment of interesting anchors like Mangalam Maloo, Ritu Singh, Kritika Saxena, Farah Bookwala, Nayantara Rai and Ronojoy Banerjee.
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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.
