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News18 Network launches News18 Jammu/Kashmir/Ladakh/Himachal TV channel
Mumbai: News18 Network on Monday launched News18 Jammu/Kashmir/Ladakh/Himachal on the 75th anniversary of India’s independence.
News18 Network is now available in 18 languages with the addition of Dogri, Kashmiri and Ladakh to its bouquet.
The brand-new channel was launched by Jammu & Kashmir lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha from The Lalit Grand Hotel, Srinagar.
News18 group has become the first national news network to have a dedicated news channel from the region.
The new channel’s programming will be diverse and cater to the entire region, with dedicated bulletins in the local language and will have an on-ground presence of reporters across the regions of Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh and Himachal Pradesh. The state-of-the-art studio, engaging graphics, and impactful show packaging will create a world-class news viewing experience.
The editorial functions will operate from multiple locations such as Srinagar, Jammu, Leh, and Shimla. “The channel will become the voice of the people, covering their aspirations, issues, and achievements,” said the statement.
The channel will also emphasise the coverage of the local economy, thriving sports and tourism ecosystem, regional culture, and the ever evolving socio-economic and political landscape in the region.
On the digital front, Jammu, Kashmir, Ladakh, and Himachal Pradesh will have separate destinations that will provide in-depth ground coverage of the specific area.
Lieutenant governor of Jammu and Kashmir Manoj Sinha said, “The launch of News18 Jammu, Kashmir, Ladakh and Himachal by Network18 is a massive achievement for the entire media fraternity of the country. I wish you huge success with this new channel. I welcome the initiative of Network18 to reach the people of this region via their new channel.”
Network18 CEO (Broadcast) Avinash Kaul said, “The channel, with the help of the pan-India resources of News18 Network, aims to encapsulate positivity from the region, while celebrating its essence. It also aims to become the voice of the people, bringing it to the mainstream. The programming of News18 Jammu, Kashmir, Ladakh, and Himachal has been moulded in a way to showcase the diversity and cater to the entire region with dedicated bulletins in local languages. The state-of-the-art studio, engaging graphics and impactful show packaging will bring a world-class news viewing experience – heralding a new era in news television in the region.”
News Broadcasting
Kamlesh Singh receives Haldi Ghati Award from MMCF
India Today Group editor honoured for three decades of journalism at Udaipur ceremony.
MUMBAI- Kamlesh Singh just turned a lifetime of sharp words into a shiny shield because when journalism wakes up a society, even the Maharana of Mewar wants to pin a medal on it.
The Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation (MMCF) conferred its prestigious Haldi Ghati Award on Kamlesh Singh, a senior editor at the India Today Group, during a ceremony in Udaipur on 15 March 2026. The national award, instituted in 1981-82, recognises “work of permanent value that initiates an awakening in society through the medium of journalism.”
Singh, who leads several editorial initiatives including Aaj Tak Radio, the Teen Taal community and The Lallantop, was presented the honour by Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar, Managing Trustee of MMCF. The citation highlighted his three decades of contributions to Indian media, innovations in digital journalism, mentoring young reporters, and his popular podcast persona “Tau” on Teen Taal, which fosters thoughtful public discourse.
The Haldi Ghati Award, named after the historic Battle of Haldighati symbolising valour and resilience, is one of four national awards given annually by MMCF. Past recipients include Tavleen Singh, Piyush Pandey and Raj Chengappa.
Other honourees this year included Padma Vibhushan Pt Hari Prasad Chaurasia, Vedamurti Devvrat Rekhe, Treeman of India Marimuthu Yoganathan, Vir Chakra Capt Rizwan Malik, and US-based researcher Molly Emma Aitken, who received the Colonel James Tod Award for contributions to understanding Mewar’s spirit and values.
In an era where headlines often shout louder than substance, the MMCF quietly reminded everyone that real journalism isn’t about noise, it’s about the quiet, persistent work that stirs society awake, one thoughtful story at a time.
