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CNN-News18 plans comprehensive line-up ahead of Delhi Assembly polls
MUMBAI: As the Delhi electorate prepares to elect its next government, CNN-News18 has lined up comprehensive programming to give viewers up-to-minute update and unmatched access from ground zero during New Delhi assembly election.
In this regard, Network18 chief executive officer – English & business news cluster Basant Dhawan said, “We always strive to give our viewers information that they can absolutely rely on. CNN-News18 has always been upfront in covering elections. With our special programming, we intend to bring to our viewers the most precise and comprehensive coverage of the elections.”
Titled ‘Battle for Delhi’, CNN-News18 will cover grueling campaigns of political parties and high-decibel debates. The programming will capture ground-level realities and highlight issues that affect the common man. The channel will present extensive reportage throughout the elections till the polling day.
The programming comprises election focused daily shows such as ‘Viewpoint Delhi’ and ‘Reporter’s Project’, which will bring forth people’s voices into the discourse.
Augmenting the ground-level programming, ‘The Right Stand’ and ‘New Epicentre’ will host intense debates on election issues with the biggest newsmakers from the major political parties.
The channel will comprehensively cover Delhi elections along with polling and counting day with 70 on-ground reporters reporting in 70 Assembly Constituencies of Delhi, and keep the viewers abreast of all the major developments right up to government formation.
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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.
