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Its all about being in synch; etc adorns a new avatar
MUMBAI: etc’s got a makeover done. Adopting the philosophy of change being the only constant and permanent force, the music channel went shopping to adorn a fresh face with a lot of zing.
The outcome of that was one, a brand new channel ID. Two, more Bollywood centric and three more contemporary to films and music. Another key change that the channel has incorporated are new Bill Boards. Star Giraftaar, Once More and Pop Ki Aandhi have all been propped up with new and trendy designer labels, the channel claims.
Besides the labels of various shows ETC has also added a fresh show Guest Appearance to the channel’s kitty. One feature that the channel claims is that it has kept their power packed programming blend of film and music intact.
According to the company release, Tam data states that the average of six months period (25/1/2004 to 26/6/2004, All India Market, 15 minutes + and age 4+) Channel Share of ETC music is 28 per cent, MTV is 23 per cent, Channel [V] is 15 per cent, B4U is 8 per cent, CMM is 5 per cent, and Zee Music is 21 per cent. Hence showing that ETC reigned supreme during this period.
Amongst the 15 to 34 years SEC ABC (27/06/2004 to 3/07/2004) ETC says Tam data states that the channel led with a market share of 35 per cent while competition, that is MTV was 22 per cent, Channel [V] was 17 per cent, B4U was 8 per cent, CMM was 2 per cent and Zee Music was 16 per cent.
Commenting on these changes and innovations ETC Networks CEO Jagjit Singh Kohli says, “We have brought in this change for a fresher, slicker and smarter look. New channel promo is certainly more vocal of its content and focus. New packaging is something that the viewers can relate still better with etc and its programmes. This is in synch with our commitment to Hindi films and music.”
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Rising Bharat Summit 2026 spotlights India’s global ascent
PM Modi keynotes two-day event with ministers, diplomats and icons in New Delhi.
MUMBAI: India didn’t just host a summit, it threw a coming-out party for a nation ready to own the global stage. The News18 Rising Bharat Summit 2026, held on 27–28 February in New Delhi, emerged as a high-octane platform for ideas, vision and strategic dialogue, uniting national leadership, global policymakers, industry titans, defence strategists and cultural icons under the theme “Strength Within”.
Prime minister Narendra Modi set the tone with a keynote that framed India’s resurgence as a reclaiming of lost potential built over generations. “In previous industrial revolutions, India and the Global South were merely followers,” he said. “But in the era of Artificial Intelligence, India is a partner in decisions and shaping them.” He highlighted the country’s thriving AI startup ecosystem and the recent AI Impact Summit attended by over 100 nations.
Union minister Piyush Goyal (Commerce & Industry) stressed India’s readiness to scale exports and deepen manufacturing, while Ashwini Vaishnaw (Railways, I&B, Electronics & IT) positioned technology and infrastructure as twin engines of growth, especially in AI and digital trust. Jyotiraditya Scindia (Communications & North East Development) revealed India’s ambition to lead in 6G through the Bharat 6G Alliance and partnerships with over 30 countries.
Global voices added depth: former Singapore Foreign Minister George Yeo called India’s development “self-sustaining” and strategically vital; ex-UK Chief of Defence Staff General Sir Nick Carter asserted India deserves a seat at the great powers’ table; and former US Commerce Secretary Carlos M. Gutierrez joined ambassadors from Norway, Germany and Sweden in discussions on geopolitical realignment, sustainability and defence preparedness.
Other speakers included veteran investor Ramesh Damani, World Gold Council CEO David Tait, Vianai Systems founder Dr Vishal Sikka, DeepTech Bharat Foundation co-founder Shashi Shekhar Vempati, defence experts Rajesh Kumar Singh, Sunil Ambekar, Patrick McGee, Tom Cooper and Adrian Fontanellaz, plus cultural and sporting icons Kangana Ranaut, Saina Nehwal, PR Sreejesh, Mohammed Shami, Yuzvendra Chahal, Mithali Raj, Anil Kapoor and Yami Gautam.
The summit was supported by Jio Financial Services (Presenting Partner), Phonepe and DS Group (Co-Presenting Partners), Pernod Ricard India and Kia Seltos (Powered By & Driven By), state governments of Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Uttarakhand (State Partners), and associate partners including NSE, M3M Foundation and Reliance Industries.
Broadcast live across News18 Network, CNBC-TV18 and CNBC Awaaz, the event reinforced India’s image as a confident democracy and emerging global power proving that when strength comes from within, the world can’t help but watch.
