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Kolkata HC to hear ‘Karishma’ case on 13 June
MUMBAI: Friday the 13th. A lot riding on that date for Subrata Roy’s Sahara TV because that is when the copywrite infringement case brought against its blockbuster soap Karishma – The Miracles of Destiny comes up for hearing.
The Kolkata High Court, which was to have heard the petition regarding Barbara Taylor Bradford’s contention that Karishma is based on her novel A Woman of Substance yesterday, has postponed the hearing to 13 June, informed sources say.
After the first episode of the series aired on 12 May, Bradford moved the Supreme Court and stayed further telecast. Sahara got the case shifted to the Kolkata High Court, where the matter has been sub judice till date.
A massive promotional campaign that had been put into place for Karishma, comprising heavy outdoor presence, including painted local trains in Mumbai, is now languishing for want of a launch date for the ‘biggest television series ever’. Sources close to the show say shooting has been put on hold for the last few weeks.
The delay has reportedly also put a spanner in the works of another big show Hamari Bahu Malini Iyer, featuring ’80s superstar Sridevi, that was to debut on Sahara by mid to late June. Hamari Bahu… was to have tied in loyal viewership wooed by Karishma and helped Sahara Manoranjan to rise in the popularity stakes in a post-CAS scenario.
One new show that will launch as per earlier schedules is a Asha Parekh family drama Kuch Pal Saath Tumhara, that will go on air from end June or early July. A Saira Banu production Kisse Apna Kahein has gone on air from 26 May at 10 pm.
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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.
