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Network18’s Maha Kumbh Coverage draws over 200 million views
MUMBAI: If you thought spirituality couldn’t trend, think again!
Network18 has hit it out of the park with its power-packed Maha Kumbh 2025 coverage, already garnering over 200 million views across its platforms. With jaw-dropping visuals, insightful stories, and tech-powered reporting, Network18 has turned the world’s largest spiritual gathering into a binge-worthy spectacle.
Launched a month before the festival, News18 Kumbh is the new superstar of digital-first channels. Streaming 24×7 on YouTube and DTH platforms like Den and Hathway, it has become the go-to destination for all things Kumbh. From live streams and ground reports to exclusive documentaries and explainers, this channel does it all.
And let’s talk about the IIT Baba interview. This viral sensation blended faith and modernity like no one else, pulling in 50 million views across social platforms. Who knew wisdom could go viral?
The flagship show Bhaiyaji Kahin will broadcast live from the Kumbh grounds in February, engaging viewers with spirited discussions featuring devotees, thought leaders, and spiritual luminaries. Add to that the six auspicious ‘snan’ days, where 25 live streams across 15 YouTube channels will showcase sacred bathing rituals to an expected audience of 5 million.
Feeling FOMO yet?
Network18 isn’t just reporting on the Kumbh; they’re living it. With a dedicated Kumbh bureau comprising 15 reporters and 15 camera teams, the network ensures round-the-clock coverage in English, Hindi, and eight regional languages. From a fully equipped camp office at the Mela grounds, the team captures everything from the rituals of the ‘13 akhadas’ to the vibrant stories of devotees.
Oh, and did we mention the drone feeds and 360-degree video coverage? That’s right, they’re taking you above and beyond—literally!
As the Maha Kumbh 2025 unfolds, expect Network18 to serve up even more spectacular coverage. From diving into the lives of saints to exploring the rich history of this spiritual event, the network is committed to bridging tradition and modernity like never before.
Don’t Miss Out! Dive into exclusive live streams, stories, and more at: News18 Kumbh on YouTube
Who knew the Kumbh could trend harder than your favourite web series?
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Business Today MindRush returns to Mumbai, spotlight on India’s edge in a fractured world
Policymakers and corporate heavyweights gather to map supply chains, energy security and markets
MUMBAI: As fault lines widen across global trade and geopolitics, Business Today is doubling down on India’s moment. The 14th edition of Business Today MindRush & Best CEOs Awards lands in Mumbai on March 28, pitching India’s strategic edge at the centre of a fragmenting world.
The day-long summit, presented by PwC, will bring together a tight mix of policymakers, industry leaders and market voices to decode shifting supply chains, maritime strategy, defence priorities, energy security and capital markets—sectors now deeply entangled with geopolitics.
M Nagaraju, secretary, department of financial services, ministry of finance, will headline the event, setting the tone for discussions that aim to track how India is repositioning itself amid disrupted trade routes and volatile energy dynamics.
The speaker slate reads like a cross-section of India Inc’s command centre. Krishna Swaminathan will zero in on sea lanes and supply chains, while Prashant Ruia is set to push the case for self-reliance in oil and gas. Ashish Chauhan will weigh in on capital markets at a pivotal juncture, as a panel featuring Vibha Padalkar, Sanjiv Mehta, Amish Mehta and Sanjeev Krishan debates navigating economic uncertainty.
Leadership under pressure will be another running theme. Madhavkrishna Singhania, Sharvil Patel, Karan Bhagat and Anurag Choudhary will unpack how businesses are steering through disruption. Arun Alagappan will turn the spotlight on fertilisers, Arundhati Bhattacharya will reflect on leadership transitions, while Anish Shah and S Vellayan will outline blueprints for building future-ready conglomerates.
The event will close with Aroon Purie setting the broader editorial lens, before the Best CEOs Awards recognise standout corporate leadership across sectors.
At a time when the global order looks increasingly splintered, MindRush 2026 is positioning itself as more than a conference—it is a signal that India intends not just to navigate the churn, but to shape it.
