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Khul Ke launches ‘Chunavi Charcha 2024’ series
Mumbai: As the nation strides forward in its electoral progression towards the Lok Sabha Elections 2024, Khul Ke, an innovative homegrown Indian-centric platform dedicated to fostering meaningful conversations, proudly announces the launch of its exclusive series “Chunavi Charcha 2024”. The series will be co-hosted by Khul Ke’s executive editor, Vishal Dahiya, and senior editor Harsh Ranjan.
“Chunavi Charcha 2024”, with Khul Ke’s Editorial team, senior journalists and political analysts from across the country, will be a deep dive into the electoral strategies of political parties, their promises and manifestos, dynamics of alliance politics, and the issues and aspirations of voters in different states and constituencies. Their team of professionals will also present detailed profiles of key constituencies and conduct interviews with key stakeholders in the election process.
The esteemed guests of the series, such as Bhupendra Yadav, union cabinet minister of labour and employment, environment, forest and climate change; Jitendra Singh, general secretary, Congress; and Arun Govil, BJP candidate from Meerut, were featured in individual episodes, lending their expertise to provide insightful information and analysis on various aspects of the upcoming elections. As the series progresses, forthcoming episodes will feature a diverse array of MLAs and ministers, offering audiences a broad spectrum of perspectives and insights.
“Chunavi Charcha 2024” isn’t just informative, it’s the ultimate resource for understanding the Lok Sabha Elections 2024. Offering unparalleled insights into the complex dynamics of alliances and key voter concerns, it empowers viewers to make informed decisions.
In the upcoming episodes, a diverse roster of prominent political candidates will be seen on the Khul Ke platform. The series becomes an essential tool for active participation in the democratic process. The series will be exclusively available on Khul Ke and will air every day at 9 PM, providing easy access to viewers across the country. “Chunavi Charcha 2024” will provide insightful discussions and updates on the Lok Sabha Elections 2024, with viewers getting access to the depth analysis of constituencies on Saturdays.
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X launches XChat messaging app on iOS with calls and encryption
Standalone app marks shift from “everything app” vision, adds E2E messaging.
MUMBAI: From one big app to many small chats, X seems to be splitting its ambitions. X has rolled out its standalone messaging app, XChat, to iOS users, opening up a new front in its evolving product strategy. The app allows users to connect with existing X contacts through private and group messages, file sharing, as well as audio and video calls. The launch follows a limited beta phase, where the platform tested the product with a smaller user base to refine the experience. Now available publicly, XChat marks a notable pivot from earlier ambitions championed by Elon Musk to turn X into a single “everything app” combining messaging, payments, commerce and more.
Instead, the company under xAI ownership and backed by SpaceX appears to be building a suite of standalone applications, each targeting specific use cases while expanding its broader ecosystem.
At launch, XChat includes end-to-end encrypted messaging, PIN-based access, disappearing messages, and features such as message editing, deletion for all participants, and screenshot blocking. The company has also said the app is free from advertisements and tracking mechanisms, positioning it as a privacy-first alternative in a crowded messaging space.
However, security claims around the platform are likely to face scrutiny. Earlier iterations of XChat drew criticism from experts who argued it fell short of established encrypted platforms like Signal. With the wider rollout, the app is expected to undergo fresh evaluation to assess whether those concerns have been addressed.
Beyond messaging, XChat will also house X’s Communities feature, which is being discontinued on the main platform due to low usage and spam concerns. Migrating these users could provide an early boost to adoption, effectively turning XChat into both a communication and community hub.
The move underscores a broader recalibration at X less about cramming everything into one app, and more about spreading bets across multiple touchpoints, one message at a time.
