News Broadcasting
Times Now and Times Now Navbharat announce special programming line-up for 2024 General Elections
Mumbai: As the race to power heats up in the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections, Times Network’s best in class English and Hindi news channels, Times Now and Times Now Navbharat announce an unmatched lineup of programmes, keeping viewers informed and engaged throughout the electoral saga.
Offering a holistic news viewing experience, Times Now, India’s leading English News channel and election news headquarters under ‘MANDATE 2024’ & Times Now Navbharat, under ‘Jan Gan ka Mann’, will be at the forefront of election news coverage through a curated line up of properties, promising to make it exciting and captivating for the viewers.
1. Election Yatra: Times Now’s one-of-a-kind ‘Election Yatra’ has set the pace for the elections. The ongoing Mobile Studio initiative, spanning 45 days, in a state-of-the-art Election Yatra Bus, has travelled over 4,500 kilometres and made its way through Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu. Engaging with local people and notable personalities in targeted communities, this mobile studio is the central hub for in-depth interviews and on-ground talk shows. Every day at 5pm, the Election Yatra, traces the dynamic initiative and gets real-time stories from various corners of the country.
2. Election Premier League: Times Now’s first of its kind news show ‘Election Premier League’ at 6:30pm revolutionizes the way election coverage is presented, offering viewers an immersive experience akin to a sporting event with on-ground coverage of engaging stories and authentic voices from local communities.
3. Politics First: A weekend show, at 11:30am, ‘Politics First’ emerges as a beacon of clarity amidst the cacophony of political news. This program is more than just headlines; it’s a comprehensive analysis that cuts through the noise to spotlight the political stories that truly matter. With a keen focus on elections, this show offers viewers an in-depth understanding of the political landscape, empowering them with knowledge and insights to make informed decisions.
4. National Debate: The National Debate, an election-specific program delves deep into the issues defining our political landscape. With its dynamic format and engaging panelists, the show at 8pm serves as a catalyst for change, encouraging viewers to think critically and engage actively in the democratic process.
5. Public Manch: A dynamic programme featuring influential personalities engages in discussion with a focus on youth-centric issues. This one-on-one chat show has hosted personalities such as Prashant Kishor, K Annamalai, Bansuri Swaraj, Tejasvi Surya, Himanta Biswa Sarma, among others, and boasts a lineup of eminent speakers including several politicians from the industry. Public Manch at Friday, 9pm is a must-watch for anyone interested in understanding the intricacies of Indian politics and society.
6. Blueprint Explosive Exclusive: This high-impact, investigative news show at 6pm focuses on in-depth analysis, on an exclusive story to reveal hidden aspects of the current electoral events.
7. Nation Wants To Know: Delving into the heart of election news with incisive analysis, dissecting the issues that define our political landscape, the show at 7pm is an answer to what the ‘Nation wants to know’.
8. News Pulse: This powerhouse news bulletin, a blend of live on-ground reports is designed to ignite and satisfy viewers’ political curiosity. Offering compelling stories spanning across states ‘News Pulse’ at 7:30pm brings viewers closer to the pulse of the nation’s political landscape.
9. India Upfront: At the heart of primetime, Padmaja Joshi, Senior Executive Editor, Times Now, leads the charge in a groundbreaking debate. Navigating the complexities of India’s political arena, at 8pm, distinguished journalist Joshi offers viewers an unfiltered, unbiased perspective that cuts through the noise and dives deep into the issues that matter most to the nation.
10. The Newshour: Navika Kumar, Group Editor-In-Chief, Times Now and Times Now Navbharat unravels the day’s headlines with depth and nuance, backed by expert insights and comprehensive discussions. With a commitment to providing viewers a detailed understanding of current events, The Newshour at 9pm stands as a beacon of journalistic excellence.
11. The Newshour: Agenda: A battleground of ideas, this debate-driven program at 10pm is committed to championing strong arguments and hard facts. With a dedicated team of experts and analysts, the show offers a conclusive standpoint on pressing issues that resonate with the common man, igniting conversations and shaping public opinion.
12. Access: Through ‘Access’ Times Now shadows political contenders on their campaign trail, offering an insider’s look into their vision and the minds shaping our nation’s future. This show at 12:30pm on Saturdays and 2:30pm on Sundays, captures the essence of leadership and commitment.
Times Now Navbharat, leading the reportage under ‘Jan Gan ka Mann’ brings instant news coverage, interactive talk shows, news bulletins and more exclusively capturing the pulse of the nation’s electoral journey for its discerning viewers. The dynamic programming line-up includes:
1. Prime at 4: Guiding viewers through the intricate tapestry of election narratives that are reshaping our political landscape, is a compass in the ever-evolving world of politics, providing insightful analysis and expert commentary on the crucial developments that are setting the stage for the future of our nation.
2. Desh Ka Mood Meter: Hosted by the versatile anchor Ranjit Kumar, this live, interactive platform offers a real-time pulse check of the nation. Featuring audience polls, enlightening panel discussions, and insightful analysis, Desh Ka Mood Meter at 6pm is where opinions converge, ideas collide, and pressing issues come to the forefront of public discourse.
3. Big And Bold: Big And Bold takes centre stage at 7pm, capturing the day’s most significant stories with unparalleled depth and clarity, combining comprehensive news analysis with on-the-ground reporting to deliver an all-encompassing view of the events that are shaping the world.
4. Election Yatra: A groundbreaking journey with Election Yatra in the ‘Election Yatra Bus’ is an immersive experience that captures the raw essence of democracy. The ongoing 45 days comprehensive on-the-ground coverage and spirited talk shows on Times Now Navbharat spanning Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Delhi, and beyond. Election Yatra at 5pm closely follows the electoral process, giving viewers a front-row seat to the democratic spirit that drives our nation.
5. Sawaal Public Ka: Featuring contrasting opinions, colliding ideas, and fiery discussions, ‘Sawaal Public Ka’ at 8pm fuels the quest for truth, challenging viewers to think critically and engage actively in the democratic process. This is more than just a debate; it’s a battleground of ideas where every voice matters.
6. News Ki Pathshala: Experienced Senior Anchor Sushant Sinha invites viewers to join him in an engaging classroom format to break down the day’s biggest stories, making complex issues easy to understand and discuss. With a focus on clarity, context, and comprehension, this ‘Pathshala’ at 9pm empowers viewers with the knowledge and insights they need to navigate the news with confidence and conviction.
News Broadcasting
CNN-News18 to air live counting day coverage for five state election results on May 4
The channel is rolling out its biggest election coverage machinery yet for results day on 4th May
NOIDA: The votes have been cast. Now comes the reckoning. CNN-News18 is pulling out all the stops for results day on 4th May, when counting begins across five battleground states — West Bengal, Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and the Union Territory of Puducherry — in what promises to be one of the most closely watched electoral verdicts in recent memory.
The channel’s coverage, titled Battle for the States: The Verdict, kicks off at 7am and runs through the day across linear TV, connected television and YouTube. It is the culmination of CNN-News18’s multi-format editorial initiative, Battle for the States, which has tracked the polls from the beginning under the theme Road to Power.
At the operational heart of the coverage will be the Live Results Hub, the channel’s central command centre built to collate, verify and process real-time data flowing in from reporters stationed at counting centres across constituencies. The hub combines newsroom intelligence, analytics and on-the-ground reporting to deliver what the channel promises will be the fastest and most accurate results coverage in English news.
Leading the on-air charge will be primetime anchors Rahul Shivshankar, Anand Narasimhan, Aman Sharma, Nabila Jamal and Shivani Gupta. They will be joined by a wide panel of commentators including author Chetan Bhagat; GVL Narasimha Rao, senior leader of the BJP; Smita Prakash, editor of ANI; activist Saira Shah Halim; political analyst Sumanth C Raman; Abhijit Iyer Mitra, senior fellow at IPCS; Amitabh Tiwari, founder of VoteVibe; columnist Abhijit Majumdar; Nalin Mehta, managing editor of MoneyControl; political analyst Tehseen Poonawalla; senior journalist Subir Bhaumik; and political analyst Manojit Mandal.
Shivshankar, who serves as editorial affairs director at CNN-News18, set out the stakes plainly. “Counting day is one of the most watched events in the electoral cycle, where speed and credibility are tested in real time,” he said. “Battle for the States: The Verdict is built on that promise, combining ground reporting, sharp analysis and cutting-edge election technology to give viewers the clearest and fastest route to the verdict. On May 4, CNN-News18 will once again be the nation’s most trusted channel to witness democracy in action.”
Smriti Mehra, chief executive of English and Business News at Network18, framed the coverage in broader terms. “Elections are defining national events, and audiences turn to brands they trust in moments that matter,” she said. “CNN-News18 has consistently led from the front in every election coverage, and this special programming reflects the scale of our ambition and editorial strength.”
The channel has form here. It claims to have been India’s most preferred English news destination for election results for the past 20 years, covering everything from the 2024 general elections to the Delhi, Maharashtra, Bihar and BMC polls on the back of what it calls an “Always First, Always Right” record. Five states, one day, and a nation waiting for answers. The clock starts at 7am on 4th May.
