News Broadcasting
ABP Ananda returns with culinary extravaganza “Kolkata Khaibaar Pass 2.0”
Mumbai: ABP Ananda, West Bengal’s Bengali news channel, is delighted to unveil the highly anticipated ABP Ananda Kolkata Khaibaar Pass 2.0, a culinary celebration set to enchant South Kolkata. This event builds on the monumental success of its 10th-anniversary edition in North Kolkata earlier in January 2024, marking a historic moment as ABP Ananda embarks on organising two Khaibaar Pass celebrations in Kolkata within a single calendar year for the first time. The festivities will unfold at the EEDF Ground near South City Mall, Kolkata from 15 to 17 March 2024.
Acknowledging the overwhelming response received from the recent 10th-anniversary edition in North Kolkata, ABP Ananda recognises the enthusiasm of the people and their appetite for celebrating Bengal’s diverse culinary heritage. In an effort to extend this culinary jubilation to a broader audience, the festival will showcase the epitome of Bengali cuisine to people in South Kolkata.
Continuing its legacy, ABP Ananda Kolkata Khaibaar Pass 2.0 is poised to unite the finest restaurants, food joints, and culinary artisans, providing an unparalleled platform for both established and emerging talents. Attendees can anticipate a vibrant showcase of signature dishes, blending time-honoured classics with contemporary innovations that define the rich tapestry of Bengali cuisine.
As the leading news channel in the region, ABP Ananda extends its cultural outreach beyond the newsroom to curate an immersive experience celebrating the very essence of Bengal’s culinary traditions. The commitment to fostering community bonds and showcasing the essence of Bengal’s tradition continues with part two of ABP Ananda Khaibaar Pass. The event serves as a platform for emerging talent and a melting pot of flavours, inviting everyone to partake in the richness of Bengali cuisine.
The presenting sponsors for this year’s edition are Jaya Biscuits, Rungta Steel TMT Bar, Suman Organic Guro Moshla, Wild Stone Code Pyro. It is co-oowered by Dear Government Lotteries and is partnered by Saha Textile and Bhooter Raja Dilo Bor. ABP Live is the digital partner while the print partner is t2.
ABP Ananda remains dedicated to its role beyond being a news channel, embodying its commitment to Bengal’s cultural tapestry through events like Khaibaar Pass. By curating this gastronomic extravaganza, ABP Ananda continues to nurture the spirit of togetherness, showcasing the very essence of Bengal’s traditions.
News Broadcasting
Network18 channels lead YouTube news viewership in March 2026
CNN-News18, News18 India and CNBC channels top categories with record views
MUMBAI: When the world hit refresh on breaking news, Network18’s channels were already streaming ahead. As geopolitical tensions and war-driven headlines fuelled a surge in global news consumption, the network’s digital playbook delivered big clocking record Youtube viewership across English, Hindi and business news categories in March 2026.
At the forefront was CNN-News18, which emerged as the clear leader in the English news segment with 130 million live and video-on-demand views. The channel edged past competitors such as Times of India (126.5 million), Times Now (101.1 million), India Today (88.2 million) and NDTV (77.5 million), according to Databeings data for March.
In the Hindi news arena, News18 India delivered a commanding performance, racking up a staggering 3,297 million views on YouTube. The channel comfortably outpaced NDTV India, which recorded 3,119 million views, underlining its deep reach and consistent engagement with mass audiences, as per Playboard data.
The network’s dominance wasn’t confined to general news. In the Hindi business segment, CNBC Awaaz topped the charts with 92 million views, narrowly ahead of Zee Business (90 million) and well ahead of ET Now Swadesh (57 million). Meanwhile, its English counterpart CNBC-TV18 posted a strong 58 million views, reinforcing the network’s cross-category strength.
The spike in viewership reflects a broader shift in audience behaviour, with viewers increasingly turning to digital platforms particularly Youtube for real-time updates and in-depth coverage during high-intensity news cycles. For Network18, the numbers signal more than just scale; they underline the effectiveness of a multi-platform strategy that blends speed, credibility and continuous coverage.
In a month where the news never paused, it seems viewers chose to stay tuned where the stream never stopped.
