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IBN7 to launch ‘Gujarat Chunav – Satta Nau Sangharsha’
MUMBAI: IBN7 has tied up with Divya Bhaskar for a show ‘Gujarat Chunav – Satta Nau Sangharsha’ on Gujarat assembly elections. The month-long show, kicking off on 14 November, starts with findings of an opinion poll conducted by Centre for Study of Developing Societies (CSDS).
As a part of the show, interactive live debate sessions, ‘Kyun Chune Aapko?’ will be conducted on a daily basis in 15 different towns and cities across Gujarat and aired on 5:30 pm election special shows. Featuring various party leaders and prominent authorities, the discussions will take up issues pertinent to the state.
From 26 November to 13 December extensive programming run of half-hour shows daily will provide a comprehensive step-by-step account of the entire election process from the pre-polling phase, the actual ballot casting to the post-poll results.
As a special segment in the 8:30 pm series, ‘5 Saal 5 Reporter’, five IBN 7 reporters will revisit the worst riot affected areas of Gujarat.
The exit poll surveys will be conducted throughout Gujarat on the day the state goes to vote. IBN 7 will telecast special half-hour shows from 11 to 16 December at 8 pm to track and project the nature of voting in the state and the likely winner.
On 23 December IBN 7 will have a one-hour special show in the evening. It will discuss and analyse the election results and the implications for the state and nation.
IBN 7 managing editor Ashutosh said, “The Gujarat state elections are undeniably one of the most anticipated polls of the year. Therefore, with ‘ Gujarat Chunav – Satta Nau Sangharsha’ IBN 7 will be on location to provide its viewers the latest news from ground-zero, including in-depth analyses of all developments occurring during the electoral process. ”
CNN-IBN and IBN 7 director marketing and online projects Dilip Venkatraman said, “Our editorial and marketing partnership with Divya Bhaskar for this extensive initiative will ensure maximum reach and visibility of our campaign by going beyond television to include print.”
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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.
