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ET NOW launches ‘Inspiration Inc’
MUMBAI: ET NOW, India’s leading English business news channel announces the launch of its new weekend show ‘Inspiration Inc’. The new show will see Mihir Bhatt, Chief Editor, IPs, Times Network in conversation with the Influential business and policy leaders who have played a pivotal role in the growth of India. With its first guest, Mr. Amitabh Kant, CEO, Niti Aayog, the show premieres Friday, October12, 2018 at 7.30 pm.
Aligned to the brand ethos, ‘Rise with India’, ‘Inspiration Inc’ builds conversations with the business icons who have risen to become beacons of inspiration for the nation on the rise. Going beyond boardrooms, numbers and strategies, the show unravels unknown aspect of the corporate honchos and how they have shaped their business acumen to make their mark and inspire citizens with their remarkable stories.
Some of the leaders who will talk through their journey on Inspiration Inc include, Mr. Kishore Biyani, Founder and CEO – Future Group, Harsh Mariwala, Chairman – Marico, Rashesh Shah, Chairman and CEO – Edelweiss, Mr. Nirmal Jain, Founder and Chairman – India Infoline Group, Ajay Srinivasan, Chief Executive – Aditya Birla Capital and Nilesh Shah, Managing Director, Kotak AMC Ltd.
Premiering October 12, 2018 at 7.30pm, watch the Indian business leaders in a candid conversation with Mihir Bhatt, only on ET NOW.
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.
