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CNN-News18 curate special programming line-up for Assembly Elections 2019
MUMBAI: CNN-News18 has announced extensive programming to apprise the viewers of all the major national and political developments during the elections. After the fierce battle in the Loksabha elections, major political parties have once again geared up for an intense political contest in Maharashtra and Haryana.
In line with their commitment to bring most incisive reportage of all the major elections, CNN-News18 will delve into all aspects of the assembly elections under the umbrella branding ‘Battle for the States’ The programming comprises a detailed analysis along with an overall view of the political scenario through a multitude of shows. From election focused daily shows such as ‘Citizen’s Viewpoint’ and ‘Election Epicentre’ highlighting ground realities and sentiments to special shows such as ‘Youngistan’ and ‘Kings & Queens’, CNN-News18 will bring its viewers the most insightful and exhaustive coverage of the state elections.
While Youngistan will put a special focus on the youth voters of the states to ensure that their voice is captured, Kings and Queens, through its unique storytelling format, will deep dive and showcase the lives of top political leaders contesting the elections. Offering a satirical round up of the elections, ‘The Election That Wasn’t’, will feature Cyrus Broacha who will look across the political spectrum, giving his unique take on the election news and shenanigans.
CNN-News18, with IPSOS as research partner, will present Exit Poll to the viewers after the voting process is over. The exit poll will telecast from 6 PM -10 PM and will attempt to predict the final result of the elections basis voting patterns, trends, seat projections and proclivity of the voters on ground.
The programming on the channel will be led by veteran anchors and journalists such as Bhupendra Chaubey, Executive Editor, Zakka Jacob, Executive Editor – Output, Anand Narasimhan, Executive Editor, Marya Shakil, Political Editor, Shreya Dhoundial, Senior Editor and Pallavi Ghosh, Senior Editor, Politics. The formidable editorial team will be supported by a panel of renowned political experts and analysts.
The programming will continue till counting day as CNN-News18 will aim to provide an unmatched coverage continuing its legacy of the bringing most accurate and fastest election results. To highlight the ground reality of Maharashtra and Haryana and the frame of mind of the voters, the channel’s power-packed programming is set to cover all the happenings from the states, updates on the election buzz and insights into strategies of various parties, alliances & candidates.
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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.
