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uCoz, the leading free website builder from Europe, launches in India
MUMBAI: uCoz, the leading free website builder in Europe, announces the launch of a new localization. Starting with November 2013, the renowned system for creating free websites is available for Indian users under a local domain uCoz.in. This gives the opportunity for the local Internet users to create modern and fully customizable websites, using a .ucoz.in free subdomain name, provided by uCoz.
“We strive to give our best response to the rapid growth of the internet usage in the emerging markets, and a significant part of these demands are coming from India. Besides, by providing a strong solution in the field of free website creation we want to be the number one choice for individuals and companies who want to sell products online, using our competitive e-commerce solution.” said Evgeny Kurt, uCoz’s CEO.
At the moment the platform is available in 16 languages and has about 1.2 million active websites. Currently standing in Alexa’s Top 250 websites on the Internet, uCoz wants to achieve with this strategy for the Indian market the same success it attained in Eastern Europe, in countries such as Russia, Ukraine or Romania.
“We understand that we can make our services more convenient and closer to the users by providing versions in different languages and, therefore, building strong local communities. This will have a positive impact on the quantity and quality of sites, created by the Indian users. It will be a great change for them, as well as for the small and medium enterprises, which can have now their own self manageable website, developed with professional quality.” said Kurt.
uCoz can be used to create different types of web projects such as blogs, forums, fan sites, company websites and online stores. Company plans to soon launch in Hindi as an operating language, it is already offering its services in English. Launched in 2005, uCoz’s Content Management System (CMS) became popular due to its simplicity and functionality for users just entering the world of website development. With over eight years of operation, the platform is now considered the starting point for a whole generation of webmasters and web developers.
Internet users interested in website building can learn more details about the platform, by joining the system tour.
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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.
