News Broadcasting
ShowBox channel expands its reach across India through DD Free Dish
MUMBAI: ShowBox – a youth-centric, 24 hour music channel by IN10 Media Network strengthens and expands its national reach. Available on all major distribution channels including Airtel Digital TV, TATA Sky, Dish TV, DEN, Hathway, Siti Networks and Videocon DTH, the youth-centric music channel is now available on Doordarshan’s direct-to-home (DTH) platform DD Free Dish. The channel went live on 1st December 2019.
In line with its brand proposition of 'Apna Music Apna Swag', ShowBox aims to reinvigorate the current music scenario with a range of innovative programming, along with providing a platform for local music and independent musicians. The channel resonates with the idea of celebrating India’s ‘Desi Swag’ and has an extensive range of musical shows like ‘The Projection Room’ hosted by renowned film critic Mayank Shekhar; ‘Music Box Office’, a one-hour weekly show reviewing latest music videos, albums; ‘Superhits – With Drama Queen Swati’, a compilation of super-hit songs anchored by popular Red FM 93.5 RJ Swati; and ‘Swag Star’, a chat show featuring celebrities from the nation sharing insights on their latest projects.
Commenting on the launch, ShowBox CEO Rajiee M Shinde said, “We are thrilled and excited to be part of DD Free Dish. We are looking forward to entertain and enable the DD Free Dish users with premium and best of musical entertainment. This distribution deal will not only boost our reach but also opens newer avenues to collaborate and associate with a larger audience base.”
ShowBox Channel is also available on MX Player for viewers to enjoy music anytime anywhere. Tune-in to ShowBox on DD Free Dish and enjoy a desi swag of music, celebrity shows, conversations and more.
News Broadcasting
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.
