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Domino’s Pizza salutes the spirit of the Indian Army; Delivers happiness at Siachen on Republic Day #DominosInSiachen
MUMBAI: Acknowledging the efforts and sacrifices of the Indian Army Soldiers in protecting the nation, Domino’s Pizza celebrated the Republic Day this year with the Indian Army troops in the Siachen Glacier and delivered 4000 pizzas to the soldiers deployed on the forward posts at almost 20,000 ft. above sea level. The initiative was taken with an aim to offer the soldiers a few moments of joy, while they are away from their families serving the nation.
Domino’s team expressed elation and honour to have shared this joyful moment with the soldiers who serve the nation while showing unwavering grit and determination in the face of extremely harsh weather and terrain conditions. This gesture of serving hot pizza was a small tribute to the Indian Army for their immense contribution towards national security.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Pratik Pota, Chief Executive Officer & Whole-time Director, Jubilant FoodWorks Limited said, “We are immensely proud and honoured to have served hot Domino’s pizzas to the Indian Army soldiers deployed at the world’s highest military base on Republic Day. It was a privilege for us to have shared some joyful moments with these soldiers who work there tirelessly in extreme conditions to secure the nation’s borders and keep us safe. A team from Domino’s Pizza went to the Siachen Base Camp and prepared and served hot pizzas to the soldiers as a small token of appreciation and gratitude for their selfless service. We look forward to more such opportunities to be of service to our Armed forces.”
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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.
