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News18 Lokmat honours cultural richness on Mangala Gauri festival with folk dance contest
Mumbai: In a vibrant celebration of the rich cultural heritage of Maharashtra, News18 Lokmat organised an one-of-a-kind event to mark the auspicious Mangalagaur festival. This festival, rooted in tradition and spirituality, is renowned for its significance among newly married women, and News18 Lokmat is elevating it with a spirited folk dance competition.
The Mangala Gauri vrat is observed with great devotion by married women across Maharashtra. It is a sacred fast, often practiced by newlyweds, during the auspicious month of Shravan. The Mangalagaur pooja, done by married ladies, is an important feature of this festival, followed by joyous gatherings where they engage in various games and activities.
News18 Lokmat has taken this tradition a step further by organizing a grand folk dance competition for women. A total of nine dynamic dance groups hailing from different corners of Maharashtra participated in this exuberant contest. The competition, held to honor the essence of Mangala Gauri, received enthusiastic participation and appreciation. The panel of esteemed judges for this exceptional competition included actress Mrinal Kulkarni; renowned Lavani exponent and choreographer Ashish Patil; actress Shivani Rangole; Marathi actor Sanket Pathak and actress Suparna Shyam; Marathi actress Sanchita Kulkarni and Marathi actor Siddharth Khirid.
The judges, all luminaries in their fields, brought their expertise and discerning eyes to evaluate the performances. Their unanimous satisfaction with the exceptional dance presentations further highlighted the success of this grand event. The Mangala Gauri folk dance competition will be broadcasted in four captivating episodes on News18 Lokmat. This engaging celebration of culture and tradition promises to captivate audiences, showcasing Maharashtra’s vibrancy and talent.
The event was co-presented by Metrocity Properties and powered by Reliance Industries Ltd, with Sony Marathi as the entertainment partner and Jaipan Appliances as the associate sponsor.
On News18 Lokmat, witness the Mangala Gauri folk dance competition, a cultural tribute. The first episode is set to broadcast at 15:24 pm on August 22, only on News18 Lokmat, followed by the subsequent three episodes on consecutive Tuesdays, all at the same time.
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CNN-News18 to host Fury in the Gulf conclave on West Asia crisis
Three-hour summit to unpack geopolitical fallout and impact on India
MUMBAI: CNN-News18 is set to host a special three-hour broadcast, Fury in the Gulf – War Conclave, on April 7, aiming to decode the escalating West Asia crisis and its far-reaching implications for India.
Scheduled from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, the conclave comes at a time when tensions between Iran and the United States are reshaping global geopolitics and triggering economic uncertainty. With India’s deep energy ties, trade links and large diaspora in the Gulf, the developments carry significant domestic relevance.
Built around the theme ‘Conflict, Consequences, and The Future,’ the programme will feature six curated sessions combining one-on-one interviews and panel discussions. The focus is to cut through the clutter and offer viewers a clearer understanding of the fast-evolving situation.
Key sessions include ‘Diplomacy in Times of War’ featuring Shashi Tharoor, and ‘World After the Iran Conflict’ with voices such as Ram Madhav, Reuven Azar, representatives from the European Union and the Iranian Deputy Envoy. Another session titled ‘Another Dunkirk?’ will bring together K. J. S. Dhillon and Jitin Prasada among others.
CNN-News18 editorial affairs director Rahul Shivshankar said, “In times of war, clarity becomes the most powerful tool. Fury in the Gulf – War Conclave brings together credible voices to address the questions and confusion that arise amid an overwhelming influx of information.”
He added that the initiative is aimed at delivering “facts, perspective, and insight” at a time when misinformation can easily cloud public understanding.
Echoing the sentiment, CNN-News18 CEO– English and business news Smriti Mehra said the conflict marks a defining global moment, with consequences that extend well beyond the region. She noted that the conclave seeks to present the crisis with “depth, nuance and responsibility” so audiences can better grasp its real-world impact.
As geopolitical tensions continue to dominate headlines, the conclave positions itself as an attempt to bring order to the noise, offering viewers a structured, insight-led look at a complex and rapidly shifting global situation.
