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BBC News continues to be no. 1 in India: IPSOS survey
Mumbai: According to the latest Ipsos Affluent survey, BBC News is the number one online news brand consumed daily in India. The data reveals that BBC News digital also continues to top the chart as the number one international news brand accessed on mobile in India.
The results indicate that BBC News is the number one news brand accessed online daily in the category of national and international news brands, not only by business decision makers but also by prospective car buyers, investors, sustainability-minded consumers, etc.
The survey further announced that BBC World News continues to hold the number one position among the international television news channels with India’s affluent audiences in the categories of c-suites, top management, in-charge of departments, automobile enthusiasts, interested in sports, and travellers.
Speaking of this milestone, BBC Studios director of sales, South Asia, and news Vishal Bhatnagar said, “It’s delightful to see our world-class journalism continuing to reach affluent audiences in the crowded media landscape of India. This truly is a result of our commitment to analysing and examining the complex news and business stories that provide valuable information with which businesses can make informed decisions.”
BBC News also maintains its position as the number one international online news brand in APAC, topping the chart among business decision makers and top management.
News Broadcasting
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.
