News Broadcasting
CNBC-TV 18 launches ‘CNBC-TV 18 Mobile’
MUMBAI: CNBC-TV 18 has introduced CNBC-TV 18 Mobile — a business information service targeted at the common man and the business community.
The service enables mobiles users to obtain and receive all developments in the corporate world as well as the latest updates on the stock markets by sending an SMS to 3636.
While BPL Mobile, Orange, Airtel, MTNL and Reliance support the service in Mumbai, Bharti Cellular, BPL Mobile, Idea Cellular, Hutchison Essar, Spice Communication, Oasis and Escotel carry the service in other states, said an official release.
For stock market updates through mobile phones, CNBC -TV18 Mobile messaging service has entered into a tie-up with moneycontrol.com to offer its users (those who log into moneycontrol.com) a service called Portfolio Tracker which enables mobile users to track up to 30 stocks in ones portfolio in sets of 3, added the release.
Commenting on the launch of CNBC-TV18 Mobile, CNBC-TV18 M vice president B Saikumar said, “The need to be kept informed at all times is what drives the thought behind CNBC-TV18 Mobile. While one can watch the channel at home and in the office where nearly 45% of our viewership comes from out-of-home locations, there is a need for information while constantly on the move. The service is extremely comprehensive, easy-to-use and accessible across all networks in the country. This is only the beginning of the initiative. We’re currently exploring different applications to increase the level of services and thereby reach larger audiences.”
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.
