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News18 Gujarati takes the lead in election programming with campaign – Mahasangram
Mumbai: News18 Gujarati, Gujarat’s No.1 Gujarati News Channel began its election coverage under the umbrella campaign Mahasangram, featuring programs ‘Sansad Nu Sarvaiyu’, ‘Khotu Na Lagadta’, and ‘Tamari Bethak Tamari Vat’. The programs to be aired on News18 Gujarati will keep viewers updated on the most recent political developments in the state. As Gujarat gears up to vote on 7th May, News18 Gujarati is committed to providing insightful, accurate, and factual coverage through these shows.
The shows ‘Sansad Nu Sarvaiyu’, ‘Khotu Na Lagadta’, and ‘Tamari Bethak Tamari Vat’ will provide extensive discussions about approaching elections and evaluate the implementation of campaign promises.
Introducing ‘Sansad Nu Sarvaiyu’ – a compelling program that offers an in-depth analysis of the performance of elected Members of Parliament over the last five years. The show delves into the developmental initiatives undertaken by MPs in their respective parliamentary constituencies, while also scrutinizing the fulfillment of promises made during the election campaigns
The second show ‘Khoyu Na Lagadta’ features a light-hearted and humorous take on the political events both in Gujarat and across India. Through specially curated episodes viewers can enjoy a fun exploration of political speeches, leader antics, and other noteworthy incidents within the political space.
The program ‘Tamari Bethak Tamari Vat’ is a special segment dedicated to highlighting the expectations and concerns of the voters in various constituencies. Through informative talks, the program sheds light on voter issues, political parties and leader expectations, and real-life challenges confronting constituents.
With election dates already announced, the channel will introduce additional election-led shows to its programming lineup, ensuring viewers stay informed and empowered throughout the elections.
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Network18 Q4 revenue grows 9.7 per cent, EBITDA at Rs 30 crore
PAT improves to Rs 306.6 crore, margins steady amid cost pressures.
MUMBAI: Not all news is breaking, some of it is quietly improving. Network18 Media & Investments Limited appears to be doing just that, tightening losses and stabilising margins even as costs continue to weigh on the business. For FY26, the company reported revenue from operations of Rs 1,955.1 crore, up from Rs 1,896.2 crore in FY25, signalling modest top-line growth in a challenging media environment. Total income stood at Rs 1,978.2 crore, compared to Rs 1,913 crore a year earlier.
Profit after tax came in at Rs 306.6 crore for the year, a sharp turnaround from Rs 3,225.4 crore in FY25, largely reflecting the absence of large exceptional items that had inflated the previous year’s numbers. On a more comparable basis, the company’s operating performance showed signs of gradual stabilisation.
However, the quarterly picture remained under pressure. For the March quarter, Network18 reported a loss of Rs 53.1 crore, narrower than the Rs 98.1 crore loss in the same period last year, but still indicative of ongoing cost challenges.
Expenses continued to track high. Total expenses for FY26 stood at Rs 2,235.7 crore, up from Rs 2,197.8 crore in FY25. Key cost heads included operational expenses of Rs 765.9 crore, employee benefits of Rs 475.9 crore, and marketing, distribution and promotional spends of Rs 427.1 crore, underlining the continued investment required to sustain reach and engagement.
At an operating level, margins remained under strain. Operating margin stood at 2.33 per cent for FY26, marginally higher than 1.77 per cent in FY25, while net profit margin remained negative at -13.02 per cent, though improved from -14.89 per cent.
On the balance sheet, total assets rose to Rs 8,957.6 crore as of 31 March 2026, from Rs 8,317.5 crore a year earlier. Equity strengthened to Rs 4,958.7 crore, while borrowings increased to Rs 3,112.8 crore, reflecting a higher reliance on debt to support operations.
Cash flows told a mixed story. While financing activities generated Rs 83.9 crore, operating cash flow remained negative at Rs -24 crore, highlighting ongoing pressure on core cash generation. Cash and cash equivalents, however, improved to Rs 33.9 crore from Rs 1.8 crore.
The numbers point to a company in transition growing revenues, trimming losses, but still grappling with structural cost pressures. In a sector where scale often comes at a price, Network18 seems to be inching towards balance, one quarter at a time.
