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Airtel’s Aapli Boli, Aapla Network campaign rings in Maharashtra
MUMBAI: Bharti Airtel, a leading global telecommunications company with operations in 20 countries across Asia and Africa says Hello to Maharashtra with a new campaign – “Aapli Boli, Aapla Network”. The new advertisement reiterates Airtel’s commitment to offer seamless network connectivity and enrich lives of its customers.
The new TVC showcases varied cultural background of different districts in Maharashtra yet connected with one network anywhere, anytime! It highlights the strength of Airtel’s network across the state helping customers to stay connected with their loved ones wherever they go – from Kolapur to Solapur, Nasik to Nagpur , Auranagabad to Pune!
Mr. Ashok Ganpathy, Hub CEO – Maharashtra, Goa & Gujarat, Bharti Airtel said “Our new campaign, “aapli boli aapla network” reinforces the seamless network experience Airtel provides in the state of Maharashtra- a large state with a rich and diverse culture. The campaign connects the brand with the region through its catchy and inclusive lyrics- bringing in a feeling of togetherness. We believe this campaign will further strengthen our brand in the minds of consumers, whilst they enjoy the superior network experience.”
Powered by its extensive coverage reach, Airtel has delivered on all network quality benchmarks in Maharashtra as defined by TRAI – for instance Availability of Network, Ease of originating a Call or a Data Session, Voice Clarity and Ability to successfully complete the Calls and Data Sessions.
Airtel has planned a strong 360- degree campaign spread using TV, outdoor, radio, print (selective) and retail signage’s to support the campaign.
Created by the media agency Taproot, the campaign complements its earlier brand campaigns ‘Har Friend Zaroori Hai Yaar’ campaign and ‘Jo Tera Hai Woh Mera Hai’ to tap the youth audience.
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India Today Group sweeps top honours at Ramnath Goenka Awards
Journalists recognised for fearless investigative and civic reporting.
MUMBAI: India Today Group just turned the Ramnath Goenka Awards into its own trophy cabinet because when your reporters dig this deep, even the judges have to award a clean sweep. India Today Group journalists have secured multiple top honours at the latest edition of the prestigious Ramnath Goenka Excellence in Journalism Awards, reinforcing the network’s legacy as the gold standard of Indian journalism. The awards were conferred by vice president C. P. Radhakrishnan at a ceremony held on 27 March 2026.
Sreya Chatterjee won in the ‘Investigative Reporting – Broadcast’ category for her powerful India Today TV report ‘Operation Illegals: The Alarming Rise in Bangladeshi Infiltration Across India’s Fragile Eastern Frontier’. The investigation stood out for its depth, on-ground rigour and national relevance.
In the ‘Civic Journalism – Print/Digital’ category, Sreya Chatterjee along with Arvind Ojha were honoured for their indiatoday.in report on unregulated water extraction and the ‘Tanker Mafia’ in Delhi’s Bawana Industrial Area. The story exposed critical systemic gaps and environmental challenges affecting daily life.
Additionally, aajtak.in was recognised in the ‘Investigative Reporting – Print/Digital’ category for its hard-hitting exposé ‘The Surrogate Mother Market’, which highlighted the human, legal and ethical dimensions of the surrogacy ecosystem.
India Today Group emerged as the only network honoured in Investigative Journalism across both Print/Digital and Broadcast categories. The wins reflect the strength of its multi-platform newsroom and its unwavering commitment to credible, high-impact reporting that informs public discourse and drives accountability.
In an era when speed often trumps substance, these awards remind us that the most powerful stories are still the ones dug out with courage, told with clarity, and delivered with conscience, one fearless byline at a time.
