News Broadcasting
Cartoon Network India unveils the POW-fect Girls list 2019 inspiring the #PowerToChange
MUMBAI: Celebrating the birthday of The Powerpuff Girls all through November, Cartoon Network India unveils its second edition of the POW-fect Girls List 2019, powered by The Souled Store, merchandise partner and licensee of Cartoon Network Enterprises. The List features the Powerpuff journeys of 10 terrific women trailblazers who dared to challenge the status quo, echoing the spirit of Bubbles, Blossom and Buttercup!
The POW-fect Girls List continues to bring true accounts of inspirational experiences through a series of candid and fun video interviews, but this year it also emphasizes on the #PowerToChange. A nod to the changing times, revolutionary actions and fearlessness, the 2019 edition underscores what it takes to bring about real transformation.
Revealing their heartening stories of being the change they want to see in the world, the groundbreakers of this year include Natasha Noel – Yoga Instructor, and Motivational Speaker; Tahira Kashyap Khurrana – Writer and Filmmaker, Kanika Tekriwal – Founder and CEO JetSetGo; Anahita Dhondy, Chef-Partner at SodaBottleOpenerWala, CyberHub; Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari – Writer, and Director; Kanika Dhillon – Author, Writer, and Producer; Kanchan Daniel – Musician, Clinical Psychologist and Psychology Lecturer; Zaaria Patni – Business Woman; and Ayesha Billimoria – Track Athlete, Running and Movement Specialist and Faye D’souza – Senior Journalist.
Vikram Sharma, Vice President, Asia Pacific, WarnerMedia Entertainment Networks, said, “The first ever POW-fect Girls List introduced last year garnered an incredible response from fans. This encouraged us to take the endeavor ahead with the 2019 edition powered by The Souled Store. At the core of this campaign is a unique dove-point of fun and inspiration, while sparking a dialogue – just like the inimitable Powerpuff Girls. We are grateful to all the changemakers who shared their journeys, empowering our fans to dare to dream!”
The POW-fect Girls of 2019 reveal what #PowerToChange means to them –
Tahira Kashyap Khurrana, writer and film-maker, said, “We all have the Power to Change and I strongly believe that we are born with super powers just like The Powerpuff Girls. We must tap into that part of ourselves more often, which stems from wisdom, self-belief and faith.”
Acclaimed director, Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari commented, “The Powerpuff Girls have inspired me tremendously. I relate to them because of their leadership qualities, team work and the way they believe in spreading happiness. Everyone has the power to change, the right to dream and it does not matter who you are or where you come from.”
The campaign will showcase the 10 POW-fect interviews on Cartoon Network India YouTube page, inspiring fans to save the day before bedtime, just like The Powerpuff Girls!
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.
