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Tata Aia Life insurance & republic media network partner for “Rakshakaran Hero” initiative
MUMBAI: More than 950 million people do not have Life Insurance. Further for every Rs. 100 of protection/insurance required only Rs. 8 has been invested, thus, leading to a “protection gap” of 92%. With Protection as the main purpose Tata AIA Life Insurance has launched Rakshakaran Hero initiative, along with Republic Media Network, wherein Tata AIA will plant a tree for every term policy bought. This co-opts policyholders for a collective aim of protecting future generations.
Tata AIA Life Insurance MD & CEO Rishi Srivastava said on the occasion, “Being a part of the Tata group our work is guided by the purpose of serving society through greater Protection. Financially securing families while protecting the environment blends our purpose with a larger societal goal. We celebrate the heroism of our policyholders in taking the firm step of protecting their families by planting a tree on behalf of each of them and extending this protection to the environment. I am encouraged and delighted by the response from the policyholders and this has charged our organisation to spread Protection further.”
This initiative impacts future generations the most. Engaging with them about the importance of starting today to protect their tomorrow ensures that the initiative reverberates with the ultimate beneficiaries and leaves a lasting impact across the nation.
Through Republic Media Network’s with a cumulative reach of over 90mn+ weekly viewers & high dissemination over 10+ HD OTT platforms, this initiative will engage Indians across the nation on the importance of being a ‘Rakshakaran Hero’ and encourage them to become a part of the movement.
Republic Media Network’s Group CEO Vikas Khanchandani says “Republic is committed to partners on building projects with strong purpose that drive positive change and impact. Climate sustainability is a pressing concern and initiatives like Rakshakaran Hero are important for addressing the concern at an institutional level. We are delighted to partner with TATA AIA Life Insurance on this noble initiative and will extend our full reach and capabilities to popularise Rakshakaran Hero.”
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Kamlesh Singh receives Haldi Ghati Award from MMCF
India Today Group editor honoured for three decades of journalism at Udaipur ceremony.
MUMBAI- Kamlesh Singh just turned a lifetime of sharp words into a shiny shield because when journalism wakes up a society, even the Maharana of Mewar wants to pin a medal on it.
The Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation (MMCF) conferred its prestigious Haldi Ghati Award on Kamlesh Singh, a senior editor at the India Today Group, during a ceremony in Udaipur on 15 March 2026. The national award, instituted in 1981-82, recognises “work of permanent value that initiates an awakening in society through the medium of journalism.”
Singh, who leads several editorial initiatives including Aaj Tak Radio, the Teen Taal community and The Lallantop, was presented the honour by Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar, Managing Trustee of MMCF. The citation highlighted his three decades of contributions to Indian media, innovations in digital journalism, mentoring young reporters, and his popular podcast persona “Tau” on Teen Taal, which fosters thoughtful public discourse.
The Haldi Ghati Award, named after the historic Battle of Haldighati symbolising valour and resilience, is one of four national awards given annually by MMCF. Past recipients include Tavleen Singh, Piyush Pandey and Raj Chengappa.
Other honourees this year included Padma Vibhushan Pt Hari Prasad Chaurasia, Vedamurti Devvrat Rekhe, Treeman of India Marimuthu Yoganathan, Vir Chakra Capt Rizwan Malik, and US-based researcher Molly Emma Aitken, who received the Colonel James Tod Award for contributions to understanding Mewar’s spirit and values.
In an era where headlines often shout louder than substance, the MMCF quietly reminded everyone that real journalism isn’t about noise, it’s about the quiet, persistent work that stirs society awake, one thoughtful story at a time.
