News Broadcasting
JK 24×7 News appoints Dinesh Gautam as executive editor
MUMBAI: The team at the recently launched Hindi news channel JK 24×7 News is being strengthened. The men behind JK Media Network – R.K. Arora, Subash Chowdhary and Tapinder Kumar – have roped in the seasoned journalist Dinesh Gautam as the executive editor. The network also has Gulistan News in the regional space which caters to Jammu & Kashmir television viewers.
“We believe in bringing more leadership to our growing network, and I welcome Dinesh to a network that has immense potential, and believes in the fundamental principle of ‘You must be the change you want to see in the world.’ I am sure, that under his leadership the channel will create a benchmark in innovation, impact, ratings, time spends and viewer-support,” said Arora.
Gautam has also worked at senior editorial positions in Live India and Sahara News Network. Prior to this, he was the prime time anchor and principal correspondent at Zee News and was also associated with All
India Radio (AIR).
From the political battlefields of different Lok Sabha and assembly elections, to the heights of the union and rail budgets, he has covered every big news television from the frontline. He has anchored and reported on almost all the news beats including external affairs, cricket series, the Olympics, social and human issues and travelogues.
“I am truly elated to be part of this growing network, which continues to invest in people and infrastructure. I see tremendous opportunities and areas where we can provide value to our viewers,” added Gautam.
News Broadcasting
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.
