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CNN show to address tec discoveries and implications
MUMBAI: International news network CNN has announced the launch of Spark, a monthly technology show that focuses on the discovery, application and implication of technology in the global world of commerce.
The show will debut on 22 August 6:00 pm with a repeat on 28 August at 4:00 pm.
Hosted by CNN’s technology expert Kristie Lu Stout, Spark provides an in-depth look at how technologies and innovations are affecting the way people live and do business. Stout is an experienced journalist in reporting and analysing high-tech innovation and business trends in the world technology.
The show offers latest technology stories from across Asia, Europe and America, in addition to interviews with entrepreneurs, scientists and industry leaders, stated an official release.
The half-hour show also features a regular segment Bright Sparks showcasing the rising stars of the world of technology, plus News Flashes on the latest scientific breakthroughs and high-tec gadgets, adds the release.
For the month of August, CNN’s sailing show MainSail has its host Liz George visiting Cork in South West Ireland, home of the annual Cork Week regatta. The half-hour program hears from the international sailing fraternity as well as the smaller boat owners at this regular feature in the yachting calendar.
The show will air on 15 August at 6:00 pm, 18 August at 7:00 pm and on 29 August at 6:00 pm.
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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.
