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HistoryTV18’s #RoadTrippinWithRnM returns with season 5
Mumbai: HistoryTV18 has launched the fifth season of #RoadTrippinWithRnM, a digital travel vlogging series. The new season which premiered on 23 August, will continue till 7 September.
“The two hosts Rocky and Mayur will take a trip across South India, starting from Madurai in Tamil Nadu and ending at Panjim, Goa. During their journey, they will visit popular but lesser-known destinations such as Tiruchirappalli, Coimbatore, Salem, Mysore, Chikmagalur, Mangalore, and Gokarna,” the channel shared in a statement.
The show can be viewed on the social media handles of HistoryTV18, Rocky and Mayur. The vlogs will be posted on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
“Can’t wait to get out on the open roads again! We have covered a large part of India over our last four trips with HistoryTV18, but this is the first time we are heading South. I am excited about the whole new world that awaits us – long highways, Oceanside drives and lush green roadsides lined with coconut trees, exciting outdoor adventures, and so many new flavours, sights, and sounds! I think we can safely promise loads of exciting, unexpected experiences this time around,” said the show host, Rocky.
“The South has so many amazing cuisines to feast on before our journey takes us to the beach shacks of Goa. My mouth waters just at the thought of what lies ahead,” added Mayur.
“The mega success of #RoadTrippinWithRnM is proof that each successive road trip has moved with the times to meet our viewers’ expectations,” said A+E Networks | TV18, president – content and communication, Arun Thapar. “While the humour, energy, and camaraderie have remained constant, we have also surprised viewers with extraordinary experiences each time. The route this time from Tamil Nadu to Goa via Karnataka will be a treat for the eyes – and of course, you just can’t go wrong when you combine Rocky and Mayur’s genuine love for travel with the thrill of being out on the open road!”
The digital series was launched in the second half of 2020 with the two hosts covering 10 states in India, over 7,000 kms over 50 days. Their 372 videos garnered 500 million impressions, 130+ million views, and more than 5.2 million engagements across social media, said the channel.
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CNN-News18 to host Fury in the Gulf conclave on West Asia crisis
Three-hour summit to unpack geopolitical fallout and impact on India
MUMBAI: CNN-News18 is set to host a special three-hour broadcast, Fury in the Gulf – War Conclave, on April 7, aiming to decode the escalating West Asia crisis and its far-reaching implications for India.
Scheduled from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, the conclave comes at a time when tensions between Iran and the United States are reshaping global geopolitics and triggering economic uncertainty. With India’s deep energy ties, trade links and large diaspora in the Gulf, the developments carry significant domestic relevance.
Built around the theme ‘Conflict, Consequences, and The Future,’ the programme will feature six curated sessions combining one-on-one interviews and panel discussions. The focus is to cut through the clutter and offer viewers a clearer understanding of the fast-evolving situation.
Key sessions include ‘Diplomacy in Times of War’ featuring Shashi Tharoor, and ‘World After the Iran Conflict’ with voices such as Ram Madhav, Reuven Azar, representatives from the European Union and the Iranian Deputy Envoy. Another session titled ‘Another Dunkirk?’ will bring together K. J. S. Dhillon and Jitin Prasada among others.
CNN-News18 editorial affairs director Rahul Shivshankar said, “In times of war, clarity becomes the most powerful tool. Fury in the Gulf – War Conclave brings together credible voices to address the questions and confusion that arise amid an overwhelming influx of information.”
He added that the initiative is aimed at delivering “facts, perspective, and insight” at a time when misinformation can easily cloud public understanding.
Echoing the sentiment, CNN-News18 CEO– English and business news Smriti Mehra said the conflict marks a defining global moment, with consequences that extend well beyond the region. She noted that the conclave seeks to present the crisis with “depth, nuance and responsibility” so audiences can better grasp its real-world impact.
As geopolitical tensions continue to dominate headlines, the conclave positions itself as an attempt to bring order to the noise, offering viewers a structured, insight-led look at a complex and rapidly shifting global situation.
