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Times Network announces the 5th Edition of India Economic Conclave
MUMBAI: Times Network, part of India’s largest media conglomerate, The Times Group, announces the 5th edition of its annual signature event, India Economic Conclave 2018. Driving this edition’s theme, ‘Shaping India’s $5 Trillion growth agenda’, the two-day conclave will engage, enable and encourage global voices with India perspective through discourses with global visionaries, key policymakers and iconic leaders. With a focus to enable the rapid transformation of India to a global powerhouse, India Economic Conclave 2018 aims to set the tone for constructive dialogues and discussions on the critical points concerning the economy. The landmark event will share the vision and actionable insights to further unleash the true potential of India Inc.
As India progresses to be one of the largest five economies in 2019, India Economic Conclave 2018 celebrates the leadership of Indian economy and will illuminate the businesses opportunities to Rise with India. Present at the event will be some of India’s most influential leaders like Arun Jaitley, Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs, Piyush Goyal, Minister of Railways & Coal, Dharmendra Pradhan, Minister of Petroleum & Natural Gas and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Devendra Fadnavis, Chief Minister – Maharashtra, Trivendra Singh Rawat, Chief Minister – Uttarakhand, Amitabh Kant, CEO – NITI Ayog, Sadhguru, Founder – Isha Foundation, Rajesh Gopinathan, CEO & MD – Tata Consultancy Services, Keki Mistry, Vice Chairman & CEO – HDFC Ltd., David Hanson, Founder & CEO – Hanson Robotics, Arianna Huffington, Founder – Thrive Global, Dr. Mark Mobius, Founder – Mobius Capital Partners LLP, Ralph Simon, Founder & Chairman – Mobilium Global and bollywood actor Ranveer Singh amongst others.
The conclave will provide a platform to initiate dialogues on the future of new India and give shape to its $5 Trillion agenda, with a focus on the benefits to the common man from rising India. The signature event aimed at anticipating, formulating and executing strategies, will witness a series of power packed sessions, which will address issues pivotal to the greater economic growth of the nation.
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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.
