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IN10 Media’s Gubbare supports child education with Smile Foundation
Mumbai: With the education of children impacted by the pandemic, IN10 Media Network’s kids channel Gubbare has joined hands with leading non-government organisation Smile Foundation to support its Shiksha Na Ruke campaign.
A first by the channel, the partnership aims to create awareness among Gubbare’s viewers across India about the impact of COVID-19 on children’s education. With schools going online, many were left in the lurch with no internet or device to log in and continue learning.
The campaign aims to help such students continue learning through different modes of engagement such as door-to-door distribution of worksheets and study material, cluster classes in small groups through youth volunteers, television and radio-based educational programs, and telephonic counseling. Additionally, Shiksha Na Ruke provides access to digital mediums like projectors and tablets at learning centers to enable the transition to digital learning.
IN10 Media Network VP- corporate strategy development Mansi Darbar said, “Children are the future of the nation, and as a kids’ broadcaster, we believe that it is our responsibility to help them prepare for a brighter tomorrow. We all need to play our part in building a stronger nation and the partnership with the Smile Foundation is a step towards that. Through the Shiksha Na Ruke initiative, we want to create awareness among people regarding how the pandemic impacted the world at various levels and how can a small contribution change a child’s life.”
Smile Foundation’s co-founder and executive trustee Santanu Mishra said, there is a need for increased collaboration among stakeholders to drive greater access to education. “Helped by Gubbare’s reach and accessibility, this partnership will be important in driving impact for Shiksha Na Ruke. We urge more organisations to come forward and do their bit for millions of underprivileged students who continue to experience an abrupt break in learning,” he added.
The campaign has nearly 50,000 students enrolled across the Smile Foundation’s 201 Mission Education centres in 22 states of the country. The organisation trains teachers for the dynamic digital learning environment and even counsels parents to ensure children’s active participation.
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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.
