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India News felicitates police officials across UP with ‘Shaurya Samman’
MUMBAI: In a glittering ceremony held at the Vivanta by Taj, the police force of Uttar Pradesh was felicitated by India News with Shaurya Samman, presented by Su-Kam,co–presented by Rajesh Masale and powered by Dreamz Infra Ventures with health partner Rama Medical College Hospital and Research Centre. Under this unique initiative, the brave police officials of the Uttar Pradesh Police force were recognized for their contribution to the society.
The bravehearts who have contributed to the betterment of our society were felicitated across different categories by Akhilesh Yadav, Honourable Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, who graced the occasion as Chief Guest along with several other dignitaries, leaders and celebrities from Uttar Pradesh region.
The winners’ selection was made through a stringent selection process and were further adjudged by an eminent jury panel of Jagmohan Yadav, DGP, Uttar Pradesh; Justice Vishnu Sahai, Retired Judge of Allahabad High Court; Sandeep Pandey, Social Activist and Winner of Ramon Magsaysay Award for Emergent Leadership; Arvind Kumar Goel, Social Worker & Philanthropist and Deepak Chaurasia, Editor-in-Chief, India News.
The winners in different categories are:
. Outstanding Act of Bravery: Kapil Kumar, Constable, Moradabad
. Award for Bravery (posthumous): Martyr Bhudev Singh, Constable, Gautam Budh Nagar
. Outstanding Contribution in Solving Case: Rakesh Kumar Jaiswal, Sub-Inspector, Mau
.Outstanding Effort to Save Human Lives: Shiv Daras Prasad, FSO, Kanpur
. Outstanding Effort in Traffic Management: Madhusudan Singh, Constable, Ghaziabad
. Outstanding Effort in Community Building: Harish Vardhan, Sub-Inspector, Mathura
. Outstanding Effort in Training & Research: Ram Das Yadav, Major Hawaldar, Gorakhpur
. Outstanding Expert of Cyber-Crime Solutions: Sanjay Kumar Singh, Inspector, STF
. Lifetime Achievement Award: Avinash Chandra Mishra, Inspector, ATS
Speaking on this initiative, Kartikeya Sharma, Managing Director, iTV Network said, “On behalf of India News, I extend my gratitude to all the winners of Shaurya Samman. It’s a moment of pride to honour the police officials for their remarkable duty towards ensuring peace and prosperity in society.” He further adds, “Shaurya Samman recognizes the officials of the police force who have exhibited exceptional bravery and valour while carrying out their duties. It is a privilege for us to felicitate awardees who have rendered distinguished service to the society.”
Adding to that, Deepak Chaurasia, Editor-in-Chief, India News said, “Through Shaurya Samman awards we express our gratitude to the police force and share their exemplary acts of courage with millions of our viewers.”
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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.
