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News18 SheShakti 2024 honours women leaders driving India’s transformation
Mumbai: The 2024 edition of News18 SheShakti Summit celebrated the achievements of women leaders who broke barriers, pursued excellence, and elevated India’s stature globally. Held in New Delhi, the summit featured visionary women leaders, policymakers, and changemakers, including Jagdeep Dhankhar, VP of India, Justice D Y Chandrachud, Chief Justice of India, and Justice Indu Malhotra, Retired Judge of the Supreme Court of India.
Among the distinguished speakers were Kirron Kher (Actor & Former MP), Bhumi Pednekar (Actor), Padma Bhushan Usha Uthup (Singer), Nigar Shaji (Project Director for ISRO’s Aditya mission), and Lakshmi M Puri (Former UN Assistant Secretary-General & Ambassador of India), who shared their inspiring stories alongside other influential women leaders.
In a special address, President of India, Droupadi Murmu emphasised the importance of women’s empowerment, safety, and struggles. She said, “Women are, in fact, the true manifestation of power. The real strength of our nation lies in the empowerment of women. Our women have always demonstrated resilience, strength, and courage, moving forward despite all obstacles.”
Chief Justice of India, Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, addressed the audience by highlighting issues facing women today and the broader societal need for equal opportunities and dignity. He remarked, “But stringent laws alone do not make for a just society. Above all we need to change our mindset,”
VP of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar, delivered a poignant speech, saying, “There must be evolution of mechanism, which includes for women…. Some people have the audacity to call women weaker sex. They are terribly wrong. What happened over the ages has to change. Democracy is made for those who are vulnerable, challenged and those who need handholding. You need to access opportunities and have full control over your life.”
The event concluded with an enthralling performance by Padma Bhushan Usha Uthup.
Network18 (Broadcast) CEO & Managing Director A+E Networks ITV18, Avinash Kaul said, “News18 SheShakti 2024 is our tribute to women who have turned their dreams into reality through passion, grit, and resilience. With this year’s edition, we raised the bar by bringing leaders who are shaping India’s global narrative, highlighting the critical role of women’s equal representation in nation building. We put a spotlight on their extraordinary contributions across fields like science, policy, defence, education, business, arts and more to create relevant conversations that inspire the younger generation.”
Network18, CEO digital & president, corporate strategy, Puneet Singhvi added, “By featuring extraordinary women leaders from several sectors, we’ve not only celebrated their achievements but also demonstrated how diverse perspectives fuel innovation and progress. Our goal is to inspire action and create pathways for more women to drive change and lead with vision.”
News18 SheShakti 2024 paid tribute to women’s leadership, celebrating their contributions across science, policy, defence, education, and more, while underscoring the importance of gender diversity in building a stronger, more resilient India.
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Network18 channels lead YouTube news viewership in March 2026
CNN-News18, News18 India and CNBC channels top categories with record views
MUMBAI: When the world hit refresh on breaking news, Network18’s channels were already streaming ahead. As geopolitical tensions and war-driven headlines fuelled a surge in global news consumption, the network’s digital playbook delivered big clocking record Youtube viewership across English, Hindi and business news categories in March 2026.
At the forefront was CNN-News18, which emerged as the clear leader in the English news segment with 130 million live and video-on-demand views. The channel edged past competitors such as Times of India (126.5 million), Times Now (101.1 million), India Today (88.2 million) and NDTV (77.5 million), according to Databeings data for March.
In the Hindi news arena, News18 India delivered a commanding performance, racking up a staggering 3,297 million views on YouTube. The channel comfortably outpaced NDTV India, which recorded 3,119 million views, underlining its deep reach and consistent engagement with mass audiences, as per Playboard data.
The network’s dominance wasn’t confined to general news. In the Hindi business segment, CNBC Awaaz topped the charts with 92 million views, narrowly ahead of Zee Business (90 million) and well ahead of ET Now Swadesh (57 million). Meanwhile, its English counterpart CNBC-TV18 posted a strong 58 million views, reinforcing the network’s cross-category strength.
The spike in viewership reflects a broader shift in audience behaviour, with viewers increasingly turning to digital platforms particularly Youtube for real-time updates and in-depth coverage during high-intensity news cycles. For Network18, the numbers signal more than just scale; they underline the effectiveness of a multi-platform strategy that blends speed, credibility and continuous coverage.
In a month where the news never paused, it seems viewers chose to stay tuned where the stream never stopped.
