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News18 Kannada presents ‘The Definitive Exit Poll’ for Lok Sabha Elections 2024
Mumbai: On 1 June, 6 PM onwards, News 18 Kannada is set to unveil the most comprehensive and insightful exit poll for the Lok Sabha Elections 2024. As the nation eagerly awaits the results, this exit poll promises to be a beacon of clarity, offering unparalleled insights into the electoral landscape.
With a reputation for accurate reporting and in-depth analysis, News18 Kannada is poised to deliver a groundbreaking assessment of voter sentiment, capturing the pulse of the electorate across Karnataka and beyond. Through meticulous data collection and rigorous methodology, our team of seasoned experts will provide viewers with a nuanced understanding of the political dynamics at play.
This exit poll is not just about numbers; it is about the stories behind every vote cast, the aspirations driving voters to the polling booths, and the trends shaping the future of our democracy. From urban constituencies to rural heartlands, every voice matters, and News18 Kannada is committed to ensuring that each one is heard.
As the nation gears up for a new chapter in its democratic journey, News 18 Kannada invites viewers to join us on 1 June, 6 PM onwards, as we unravel the mysteries of the electoral process and shed light on the road ahead. Stay tuned for unparalleled coverage, incisive analysis, and a true reflection of the democratic spirit that defines our nation.
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News TV viewership jumps 33 per cent as West Asia war draws audiences
BARC Week 8 data shows news share rising to 8 per cent despite T20 World Cup
NEW DELHI: Even as individual television news channel ratings remain under a temporary pause, the genre itself is seeing a clear surge in audience attention.
According to the latest data from Broadcast Audience Research Council India, television news recorded a 33 per cent jump in genre share in Week 8 of 2026, covering February 28 to March 6.
The news genre accounted for 8 per cent of total television viewership during the week, up from 6 per cent the previous week. The spike in attention coincided with escalating geopolitical tensions involving the United States, Israel and Iran, which have kept global headlines firmly fixed on West Asia.
The rise is notable because it came at a time when cricket was dominating television screens. The high-stakes stages of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, including the Super 8 fixtures and semi-finals, were being broadcast during the same period.
Despite the cricket frenzy, viewers appeared to be toggling between sport and global affairs, boosting the overall share of news programming.
The surge in genre share comes even as the government has enforced a one-month pause on publishing ratings for individual news channels. The move followed regulatory scrutiny of the television ratings ecosystem.
While channel-level rankings remain temporarily out of sight, the genre-level data suggests that when global tensions escalate, audiences continue to turn to television news for real-time updates.
