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CNBC-TV18 returns with season 2 of ‘Financial Quotient’
Mumbai: CNBC-TV18, a purpose-driven brand and the undisputed leader in the English business news space, has announced the second season of Financial Quotient, a unique and insightful series dedicated to empowering women in their financial journey. Hosted by Personal finance expert and Market Anchor Surabhi Upadhyay, this series focuses on encouraging women to become financially independent by providing them with the knowledge and tools needed to make informed financial decisions. Featuring six informative episodes, the series will be launched on 25th October 2023, Wednesday at 3.30 PM, and will continue to be aired every Wednesday at 3.30 PM.
In 2021, CNBC-TV18 introduced season one of this investment series dedicated to enabling financial freedom for women. Now, the second season promises to delve even deeper into the financial landscape, addressing the unique challenges and opportunities that women face in managing their finances. Each episode will focus on contemporary and relevant topics such as early investing, money & marriage, mid-life crisis, financial planning, retirement, etc. while sharing solutions and knowledge to tackle real-world financial challenges.
CNBC-TV18 managing editor Shereen Bhan reaffirmed the brand’s commitment to championing financial literacy & economic empowerment, saying, “Empowering women with financial education is vital for India’s economic growth. We are very excited to launch the second season of this unique series, where we’ll share expert insights & shared experiences, to help empower women to make independent, financially sound decisions. Each episode will discuss various instruments & platforms that are available to women and how they can make use of them. Overall this series is a valuable resource for every woman looking to secure her financial future”
Network18 business COO – Smriti Mehra commented, “In season 2 of ‘Financial Quotient,’ we continue to champion the cause of fostering financial freedom for women. This year, we will be focusing on how women ca up their ‘FQ’ to tackle the various challenges they face at different life-stages. At CNBC-TV18, we recognize that financial security is extremely crucial for women today, and season 2 is our attempt towards helping women achieve true freedom and stability. We are excited about this season and its potential to inspire, educate, and empower women to seize control of their destinies.”
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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.
