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News18 India’s flagship summit Chaupal to happen in Delhi on 5 February
Mumbai: News18 India, Hindi news channel, is all set to host the next edition of its flagship summit, News18 India Chaupal, on 5 February 2024, in New Delhi. This year’s Chaupal will mark a new chapter in the property’s history with a completely overhauled visual identity. Chaupal will continue to focus on the real issues of Bharat but from a futuristic lens – looking at strategies for driving inclusive and transformative growth that will fuel India’s journey to becoming a developed nation by 2047, a goal that PM Modi has set out for the country.
Hindi News, Network18 CEO Karan Abhishek Singh, articulating his vision for News18 India Chaupal said, “At this crucial juncture in India’s growth journey, this year’s Chaupal will serve as a catalyst, driving discussion on strategies for impactful change that can contribute significantly to the nation’s progress. We are proud to be at the forefront of shaping this narrative and fostering positive development for the future.”
News18 India and Hindi digital editor Jyoti Kamal expressed his excitement for the upcoming summit and remarked, “News18 India Chaupal enables us to not only discuss but actively contribute to shaping India’s future. I am thrilled about the diverse lineup we have curated for Chaupal and am confident that our viewers will find the discussions both compelling and insightful.”
Top political leaders such as national BJP president J P Nadda, union minister of road transport and highways Nitin Gadkari, union minister of commerce and industry Piyush Goyal, union minister of education, skill development and entrepreneurship Dharmendra Pradhan, union minister of women & child development and minority affairs Smriti Irani, union minister of information & broadcasting and youth affairs & sports Anurag Thakur, union minister of railways, communications and electronics & information technology Ashwini Vaishnaw, union minister of earth sciences Kiren Rijiju, former union minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi, congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav, Rajya Sabha MP Digvijay Singh, Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu, Punjab CM Bhagwant Singh Mann, cricketers Mohammed Shami & Shikhar Dhawan, and Bollywood actors Ayushmann Khurrana, Taapsee Pannu, Ashutosh Rana, and many others will speak at the summit.
News18 India Chaupal will be aired live on News18 India on 5 February 2024,10 AM onwards.
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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.
