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Aaj Tak announced the winners of Sabse Tez Awards 2023
Mumbai: The wait is finally over. Aaj Tak, (Source: BARC | HSM | 15+ | Wk 49-52’23 | 24 Hrs | Avrg Weekly Gross AMA 000s) has announced the winners of ‘Sabse Tez Awards’ in a special show which aired on 14 January 2024. In a multi-week campaign, viewers had voted for their favourite personalities in five different categories titled Sabse Tez Neta, Sabse Tez CM, Sabse Tez Actor, Sabse Tez Actress and Sabse Tez Cricketer.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been voted ‘Sabse Tez Neta’ of 2023. India Today Group chairman and editor-in-chief Aroon Purie and vice chairperson & MD Kalli Purie presented PM Modi with this award during their meeting with him. Earlier, PM Modi was chosen as India Today’s ‘Newsmaker of the Year 2023’. On this occasion, the PM had described the farmers, artisans, athletes and citizens of the country as the newsmakers of this year. Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath has been adjudged as the ‘Sabse Tez Chief Minister’. After winning this award, UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that he was deeply grateful to all those who had voted for him.
Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan has been chosen as the ‘Sabse Tez Hero’ for 2023. On this occasion, Shah Rukh Khan said, “Like always, I promise that because of this award, I will work even harder and with more dedication to provide you as much entertainment as possible.” The ‘Sabse Tez Actress’ award of 2023 has been given to nation’s heartthrob Deepika Padukone. After winning the award, Deepika expressed her gratitude to Aaj Tak and all the viewers. Indian cricketer Mohammed Shami has been selected as the ‘Sabse Tez Cricketer’ for 2023. After winning the award, Shami said, “I want to thank Aaj Tak and all the viewers of Aaj Tak for choosing me as Cricketer of the Year.”
‘Sabse Tez Awards’ has always managed to capture the nation’s pulse that resonates with millions of viewers. The unique democratic approach to the selection process involves various participation mediums like SMS, WhatsApp, and online voting, thus ensuring that the awards truly reflect the public’s sentiment. The ‘Sabse Tez Awards’ are a testament to Aaj Tak’s commitment to inclusivity and viewer engagement.
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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.
