News Broadcasting
BAG Films launches News24 Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh
New Delhi: BAG Films and Media Ltd has further strengthened its presence in the Hindi heartland with the launch of its regional news channel – News24 Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh (MPCG).
The channel is available to all DTH platforms, major MSOs and local cable operators from Tuesday onwards.
Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh is one of the key news markets with a population of 110 million. With the news consumption continuously growing, people too are keen to watch more local news content apart from national developments, said the company in its statement.
The network recently forayed into many digital regional channels which has shown the trends of viewers inclined to the news content on the lines of "Nishpaksh Khabrein".
BAG Films and Media chairperson Anuradha Prasad said, "Common man's local issues have been always centre point of our news shows that we do at News24. Whether it's through our popular TV debates or comprehensive Elections coverage."
Speaking about the new additions, she said, "More and more viewers are watching news genre due to the current situation of the county and the TV News viewership will only go up. A lot of our advertisers and brands are also focusing on regional market to increase their penetrations deeply."
News24 MPCG intends to focus on the local issues and will highlight the developments of local people and their contributions towards the nations.
With News24 MPCG, the network is strengthening its channel portfolio in the news genre which will add value to the business associates plans and giving them an opportunity to engage more deeply with their consumers with local essence, she added.
News Broadcasting
Kamlesh Singh receives Haldi Ghati Award from MMCF
India Today Group editor honoured for three decades of journalism at Udaipur ceremony.
MUMBAI- Kamlesh Singh just turned a lifetime of sharp words into a shiny shield because when journalism wakes up a society, even the Maharana of Mewar wants to pin a medal on it.
The Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation (MMCF) conferred its prestigious Haldi Ghati Award on Kamlesh Singh, a senior editor at the India Today Group, during a ceremony in Udaipur on 15 March 2026. The national award, instituted in 1981-82, recognises “work of permanent value that initiates an awakening in society through the medium of journalism.”
Singh, who leads several editorial initiatives including Aaj Tak Radio, the Teen Taal community and The Lallantop, was presented the honour by Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar, Managing Trustee of MMCF. The citation highlighted his three decades of contributions to Indian media, innovations in digital journalism, mentoring young reporters, and his popular podcast persona “Tau” on Teen Taal, which fosters thoughtful public discourse.
The Haldi Ghati Award, named after the historic Battle of Haldighati symbolising valour and resilience, is one of four national awards given annually by MMCF. Past recipients include Tavleen Singh, Piyush Pandey and Raj Chengappa.
Other honourees this year included Padma Vibhushan Pt Hari Prasad Chaurasia, Vedamurti Devvrat Rekhe, Treeman of India Marimuthu Yoganathan, Vir Chakra Capt Rizwan Malik, and US-based researcher Molly Emma Aitken, who received the Colonel James Tod Award for contributions to understanding Mewar’s spirit and values.
In an era where headlines often shout louder than substance, the MMCF quietly reminded everyone that real journalism isn’t about noise, it’s about the quiet, persistent work that stirs society awake, one thoughtful story at a time.
