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‘Hauslay ki Udaan’: making of a successful entrepreneur under way on ABP reality show
MUMBAI: Tune into ABP News for the second edition of India’s first startup reality TV show, Haywards 5000 ‘Hauslay Ki Udaan’- a unique platform created to support India’s growing startup ecosystem.
The show will showcase the nail-biting journey of aspiring entrepreneurs from small towns earning an opportunity to bring their innovative business ideas alive on national television. The winner of the show will win a seed funding of whopping Rs 10 crore (USD 1.5 million). Haywards 5000 Hauslay ki Udaan airs every Saturday between 01.30 – 2.00 p.m. up to 10 December, 2016.
With auditions held across the country in 10 cities and seven states, over 45,000 entries were put through a rigorous selection process before 2,000 participants were shortlisted. The innovative ideas that are part of this season range from online ’kabadiwalas’ (scrap/waste collectors) to rental branded shirts services and crowdsourced organic manure.
Haywards 5000 Hauslay Ki Udaan spokesperson Deepak Nath said, “In a country where startups are a huge asset, a number of ventures have not succeeded, due to the lack of resources and investment. The second edition aims to help these aspirants with the necessary funding and access to expertise and, consequently, also empower talent to turn dreams into reality. The audience watching the show will also get to live this journey with them through the show”.
Haywards 5000 also launched the Hausla Buland Academy in 2012 to provide online skills development courses and training through workshops and has reached out to over 100,000 people from different walks of life.
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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.
