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News18 to present latest edition of ‘L’Aspiration Summit’ in Chandigarh
Mumbai: News18 Network is going to present the latest edition of L’Aspiration Summit – a unique initiative launched by News18 Network last year that is focused on understanding and tracking the trends defining the world of luxury today. The Summit is scheduled to be held on 22 December 2023 at The Marriott, Chandigarh.
The L ’Aspiration Summit will feature various discussions on the emerging opportunities, and how in a world brimming with opportunities the aspirations of a young nation are changing. Renowned speakers from diverse backgrounds – royalty, designers, lifestyle experts, models, actors and renowned chefs – will come together to provide a rare glimpse into a world that most can only dream of.
The guests for the Summit will include Anirudh Singh who is the erstwhile Prince of Bharatpur, Priyamvada Singh who traces her regal lineage to the Bhilwara region and is famed for being a heritage restorer, artist and collector Shan Bhatnagar, Mallyka Dundlod who traces her lineage to the royals from the Shekhawati region and is also the founder of A Baisa’s Adventure, actor and model Jonita Doda, designers Mumtaz Khan and Aditi Rastogi, Siddharth Daspan from the House of Daspans, Aaliya Babi from the royal family of Balasinor amongst others.
Tune-In to News18 Punjab Haryana for an exclusive experience and look at the world of luxury on 22 Dec 2023 from 5 pm 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.
