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ET Now, ET Now Swadesh announce special programming for Diwali
Mumbai: Business channels ET Now and ET Now Swadesh have unveiled an exclusive programming lineup for 2, 3, and 4 November on the theme ‘naya saal, nayi shuruat.’
The two channels have announced a three-day special programming that will feature interactive and engaging content that celebrates India’s diverse business communities and brings dedicated expert advice on stocks, markets, wealth creation ideas, investment insights and more.
“Diwali Mela” features eminent industry voices including Hiranandani Group of Companies managing director Niranjan Hiranandani; Popley Group director Rajiv Popley; Ikea India chief commercial officer Kavitha Rao, and Big Bazar CEO Kamaldeep Singh, amongst others who will share the most updated information on market trends during Diwali season. The show will air on 2 November starting at 5:30 p.m.
“The Money Show Special” is a personal finance show on ET Now featuring market experts including Kotak AMC MD Nilesh Shah and Feroze Azeez, helps viewers to plan their savings and spending during the Diwali. It will air on 2 and 3 November at 2, 3, and 7 p.m.
“Diwali Laxmi” is a special show that will air on both channels on 3 and 5 November. This show will host a mix of mythologists, tarot card readers, numerologists and best of the market experts and answer viewers’ questions on business, money, life and share market.
“Dhamaka Duo” is a show that will air on both channels on 4 November starting at 9 p.m. It will showcase a candid interaction between investor Rakesh Jhunjhunwala and Bollywood actress Shraddha Kapoor.
“Muharat Day” is a one hour special program that will air on 4 November from 6 p.m onwards. The show will air on both channels and will bring a special coverage of the live trading session.
The channels have also curated special features including “StartUp Central Special” and “Brand Equity Diwali Special” on ET Now, “Kuch Meetha Ho Jaaye” and “Commodity Dhanteras Special” on ET Now Swadesh.
On 2 and 3 November, ET Now Swadesh has launched an on-air contest ‘Diwali Dhamaka’ where the channel will post one question related to stocks and markets every hour between 8 a.m and 4 p.m. Participants can enter the contest by selecting the right answer and sharing it via SMS to the number flashing on their screens. Five participants with the maximum correct answers through the day, will win digital gold worth Rs 5000 and one bumper winner of the day will be offered an opportunity to get portfolio management advice from market expert Nilesh Shah, said the channels in a statement.
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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.
