News Broadcasting
GNT celebrates Diwali with culturally enriching programs and festive specials
Mumbai: Good News Today (GNT) is set to light up Diwali celebrations with an array of culturally enriching programs designed to add a festive touch to the season. As a key destination for brands and viewers during Diwali, GNT is curating a week-long lineup of positive and engaging programming that promises to enhance the festival’s spirit.
The channel’s special Diwali lineup will feature shows recognising achievers from various fields, with stories highlighting individuals whose contributions have made a positive impact on others. Viewers can also tune in for a live Deepawali Puja, where respected pandits will guide rituals that bring the festival’s traditional essence to homes across India.
Adding to the festive atmosphere, GNT will host a Kavi Sammelan, with poets reciting verses related to Diwali, immersing the audience in the joy of the festival. The channel’s “Shopping ke Sathi” series will offer expert advice on the best Diwali shopping destinations across major cities. The segment “Kaise Karen Maa Laxmi ko Prasanna” will present zodiac-based tips from pandits, guiding viewers on attracting prosperity during the festive season.
GNT will also provide live coverage of the Diwali celebrations at the newly constructed Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, including reports from the Deepotsav at Saryu Ghat, giving viewers a glimpse into the spiritual and cultural significance of the festival. Additionally, the channel will feature programs focusing on economic forecasts for the coming year, addressing viewers’ financial well-being.
Leading up to Dhanteras, GNT will air a daily series exploring various aspects of the festival, from shopping recommendations to the historical significance of Dhanteras, culminating in a live puja that brings the festival’s traditions to life. Through this diverse programming, GNT aims to elevate the Diwali experience for its audience while providing brands with an ideal platform to connect with viewers celebrating the festival.
News Broadcasting
TV9 to host What India Thinks Today Summit 2026 in Delhi
PM Narendra Modi to keynote two day forum on India and the world
NEW DELHI: TV9 Network is gearing up to host the fourth edition of its flagship What India Thinks Today Summit 2026 on March 23 and 24 in the national capital, bringing together a wide spectrum of voices to debate India’s place in a shifting global order.
The summit will open with a keynote address by Narendra Modi, setting the tone for this year’s theme, “India and the world”, as the country positions itself at the crossroads of economic growth, geopolitical shifts and technological change.
From cabinet ministers to chief ministers, business leaders to cultural figures, the event promises a crowded stage and a lively exchange of ideas. Union ministers such as Piyush Goyal and Jyotiraditya Scindia are expected to attend, alongside state leaders including Mohan Yadav, Pushkar Singh Dhami, Bhajan Lal Sharma, Nayab Singh Saini and Bhagwant Mann.
Political voices from across the aisle, including Smriti Irani, Akhilesh Yadav and Asaduddin Owaisi, will also join the conversation, ensuring that the debates are as diverse as they are dynamic.
Adding a cultural and sporting touch, personalities such as yoga guru Swami Ramdev, poet Kumar Vishwas and cricketing names like Sourav Ganguly, Axar Patel and Arshdeep Singh are set to share the stage. Global business leaders and diplomats will further widen the lens, reflecting the summit’s international outlook.
Speaking ahead of the event, TV9 Network managing director and chief executive officer Barun Das, said India stands at a unique moment in history, combining demographic strength, technological capability and entrepreneurial energy. He noted that in uncertain times, honest conversations and bold ideas will shape the country’s trajectory.
The summit will explore themes ranging from economic growth and governance to innovation, sustainability and culture, positioning itself as a platform for dialogue at a time when the world is in flux.
With a packed agenda and a high-profile guest list, What India Thinks Today Summit 2026 aims to do more than just talk. It seeks to capture a moment where India is not only part of the global conversation, but increasingly helping lead it.
