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Carl Pei’s Nothing appoints Megha Vishwanath to lead communications in India
New Delhi : One Plus co-founder Carl Pei’s new consumer technology company Nothing has roped in former technology journalist Megha Vishwanath as public relations manager for its India operations.
In her new role at Nothing, Vishwanath will lead communications and influencer engagement in the region, the company announced on Thursday.
“I am thrilled to welcome Megha to the Nothing family as we build our team in India. With her background in journalism combined with a deep understanding of technology in India, she will play an integral part in driving our regional communications strategy,” said Nothing India vice-president & general manager Manu Sharma.
The forward-thinking consumer tech brand was announced in January 2021 to lead the way for the launch of an ecosystem of smart devices that are uniquely designed, quality engineered and simple to use.
“I am excited to be a part of Nothing’s journey and its vision of a seamless digital future. Nothing has ambitious plans for the India market and the world,” said Megha Vishwanath.
A business journalist, Vishwanath has also worked as a television anchor and news producer. She joined Nothing from CNBC-TV18 India where she was the assistant editor and anchor. As the tech lead, she was also responsible for producing and anchoring some of the channel’s marquee shows like Tech Toyz, Startup Street and India’s longest running programme on entrepreneurship Young Turks.
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.
