News Broadcasting
Atlas Media Corp expands operations
MUMBAI: With eight series currently on the air and entering its 17th year of business, Atlas Media Corp., one of America’s largest independent producers of non-fiction programming, announced that it had completed the expansion of its operations and moved to new state-of-the-art headquarters on West 36th Street in New York.
Atlas Media now has over 25,000 sq. ft. spanning two full floors, including a production facility with 20 edit suites in constant use 24/7, many of which are being upgraded to handle Atlas increase in Hi-Def production.
This new complex was built to facilitate Atlas on-going expansion, as well as to provide the latest high-tech production facilities for their top-rated series, including Dr. G: Medical Examiner, Breaking Vegas and Young, Sexy & Royal.
The announcement was mad by Atlas Media president and executive producer Bruce David Klein.
“This investment in Atlas Medias future proves our commitment to continue to deliver extraordinary nonfiction programming to our network, home entertainment and international clients. The demand for our innovative and top-rated programming continues to grow both domestically and internationally and this is a direct response to that,” said Klein.
“Additionally, it is critical that we maintain our technological advantage. We plan to increase our Hi-Def production from 25 per cent to 40 per cent of our slate by the second quarter of 2006. This new expansion will better allow us to meet these ever-increasing demands,” he added.
In addition to 100+ work stations, dozens of executive offices, conference rooms and the 20 edit suites, Atlas new facility includes an atmospheric writers’ room with computers and massage chairs, an insert stage/interview studio, 12+ media logging stations, a research library, and a café with patio.
News Broadcasting
News18 hosts Tamil Nadu town hall ahead of 2026 polls
MK Stalin headlines ‘Next Big Leap’ event from 10am on 23 February in Chennai with leaders and icons.
MUMBAI: Tamil Nadu’s political pot is simmering and News18’s town hall is stirring it up just in time for the 2026 assembly elections boilover. Set for 23 February from 10am onwards in Chennai, the News18 Network Town Hall gathers heavyweights under the banner ‘The Next Big Leap for Tamil Nadu’ to dissect the state’s political pulse, economic edge, and cultural clout. With the 234-seat assembly contest looming as a fiercely competitive showdown, the event spotlights how Tamil Nadu’s identity-driven politics and engaged voters continue to ripple across national debates.
Chief minister MK Stalin leads the charge with a keynote on the theme, sketching his government’s blueprint for governance, development, and staying power pre-polls. Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin chimes in on ‘Voices, Vision & Way Forward’, unpacking generational shifts and fresh narratives. From the opposition corner, AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami tackles ‘Baton Change at the Ballot?’, floating alternatives to the status quo.
Economic vibes get a nudge from industries minister TRB Rajaa on ‘Investment Story Intact?’, probing the state’s draw for big bucks. BJP’s K Annamalai dives into ‘People, Trust & Political Ideology’, positioning his party in the Dravidian-dominated turf. IT Minister Palanivel ThiagaRajan explores ‘Code, Capacity & Citizenship’, on tech’s role in citizen-focused services. TVK’s KG Arunraj questions if ‘Winds of Change are Possible’ in this pattern-prone state.
A panel on innovation features IIT Madras director Prof V Kamakoti, M&M’s Velusamy R, and Electronic Industries Association’s Dr Sasikumar Gendham, musing how AI and knowledge hubs are remaking opportunities. Culture gets its due with composer Anirudh Ravichander on ‘Tamil Music for the World’.
CNN-News18, editorial affairs director Rahul Shivshankar noted, “The News18 Network Tamil Nadu Town Hall… reflects our core editorial focus, to capture the political mood of the state and spotlight the ideas that will shape the next phase of governance and growth.”
Network18, CEO of English & business news Smriti Mehra added, “As Tamil Nadu moves closer to a defining electoral moment… we see it as our responsibility to drive informed and meaningful conversations.”
Network18 managing editor for South, Vivek Narayan said, “The News18 Network Townhall in Tamil Nadu is designed as a platform where policy, politics and public interest intersect.”
Backed by associate partners Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles and Reliance Industries, the live event streams on CNN-News18, News18 Tamil, CTV, and Youtube from 10am on 23 February perfect for catching the sparks, even if you’re not knee-deep in Dravidian drama.
