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  • News18 Hindi dominates election coverage, secures top spot

    News18 Hindi dominates election coverage, secures top spot

    Mumbai: As per the latest ComScore data, News18 Hindi has secured its position as the number one digital news platform for the Hindi language in April 2024, beating other Hindi platforms.

    At a whopping 57.7 million Unique Visitors (UVs), News18 Hindi grabbed the top spot.

    An ad campaign has been launched across print and digital media to highlight the platform’s power-packed performance.  As part of this campaign, a front-page advertisement was issued in The Economic Times on May 27, underscoring News18 Hindi’s leadership.

    News18 Hindi’s remarkable accomplishment can be attributed to its comprehensive coverage during the election season. The platform reached audiences nationwide with its in-depth coverage of important election-related topics from various viewpoints.

    Commenting on the remarkable performance, News18 Network CEO – Indian Languages  Mitul Sangani said, “We owe our position as the leading Hindi news platform to our dedicated viewers, who made us their first choice during this crucial election season. Our viewers’ trust drives us to persistently enhance our coverage and deliver news that not only informs but also empowers. News18 Hindi’s extensive coverage of Lok Sabha elections with a commitment to accurate information, in-depth analysis and product enhancement strengthened our performance. We are confident that the numbers will continue to grow as we enter the counting phase of elections.

    News18 Network is an undisputed leader in terms of viewership both on TV and digital platforms. With the undivided attention of viewers in every segment, the group has emerged as the go-to source for news. ComScore Mobile Metrix, custom list on Hindi News Publishers. Apr 2024.

  • Sun TV Network reports strong growth in Q4 and FY 2024 earnings

    Sun TV Network reports strong growth in Q4 and FY 2024 earnings

    Mumbai: Sun TV Network Ltd, one of the largest television broadcasters in India, operates satellite television channels across seven languages of Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Bangla, Marathi and Hindi, airs FM radio stations across India and owns the SunRisers Hyderabad Cricket Franchise of the Indian Premier League, SunRisers Eastern Cape of Cricket South Africa’s T20 League and the digital OTT platform Sun NXT.

    For the quarter ended 31 March 2024, the total income was up 18.22 per cent at Rs.1,057.24 crs for the quarter ended 31 March 2024 as against Rs 894.33 crs for the corresponding quarter ended 31st March 2023 and the revenues were up 13.96 per cent at Rs. 927.12 crores as against Rs. 813.53 crores for the quarter ended 31st March 2023. The Profit Before Tax went up by 8.66 per cent at Rs.534.31 crs for the current quarter as against Rs.491.72 crs during the previous quarter ended 31st March 2023 and the Profit after Taxes for the quarter ended 31st March 2024 was up by 9.01 per cent to Rs.398.77 crores as against Rs 365.82 crores for the corresponding quarter ended 31st March 2023. The Earnings Per Share for the current quarter was higher by 9.01 per cent to Rs.10.11 as against Rs.9.28 for the corresponding quarter ended 31st March 2023.

    For the quarter ended 31 March 2024, the standalone revenues for the year was higher by 13.30 per cent at Rs.4,148.36 crores as against Rs.3,661.37 crores for the corresponding year ended 31st March, 2023. The Domestic Subscription revenues for the year was at Rs.1,710.44 crores, as against Rs.1,619.71 crores for the previous year ended 31st March, 2023. EBITDA for the year ended 31st March 2024 was up 10.05 per cent at Rs.2,585.30 crores as against Rs.2,349.29 crores for the previous year ended 31st March 2023. The Profit after taxes rose by 11.98 per cent to Rs.1,875.15 crores for the year ended 31st March, 2024 as against Rs. 1,674.53 crores for the previous year ended 31st March, 2023. During the year, the Board of Directors declared four interim dividends cumulating to 335 per cent, i.e. Rs.16.75 per share.

    For the quarter ended 31 March 2024, the Consolidated Revenues was up 13.52 per cent at Rs.4,282.10 crores as against Rs. 3,772.05 crores for the corresponding year ended 31st March 2023. EBITDA for the year ended 31st March 2024 was higher by 10.24 per cent at Rs. 2,638.10 crores as against Rs.2,392.99 crores for the previous year ended 31st March 2023. The Profit after taxes (after accounting of share from joint venture) also remained higher by 12.82 per cent at Rs.1,925.80 crores for the year ended 31st March,2024 as against Rs. 1,706.92 crores for the previous year ended 31 March, 2023.

  • NDTV Battleground Finale with Dr. S. Jaishankar highlights foreign policy

    NDTV Battleground Finale with Dr. S. Jaishankar highlights foreign policy

    Mumbai: The 2024 Lok Sabha elections are nearing the slogovers, with only two rounds of voting left, on 25 May and 1 June.

    To gauge the public mood and understand the electoral atmosphere, NDTV brought a special “Battleground” series that saw editor-in-chief Sanjay Pugalia travel to various states and decode the electoral issues on the ground, and political and caste equations.

    On Battleground’s finale tonight, foreign minister Dr S Jaishankar gave his prediction on the BJP’s 2024 performance. Pro-incumbency in several states and growing support in areas that are not the BJP’s traditional strongholds would ensure that the party beats its 2019 score, Dr Jaishankar said in a special conversation with Sanjay Pugalia.

    Asked what number he would choose if he has to place a bet on the BJP’s tally in these polls, Dr Jaishankar said he would leave the numbers to experts. “But I can tell you one thing, I had several public interactions in this election. I think the support base in very solid. People have a way of showing pro-incumbency. So I felt there is a pro-incumbency in several states,” he said.

    “I can say that the trend in our favour is very positive. On the basis of my experience, I feel the numbers will increase, not decrease,” he said. He said the BJP would improve its tally in Bengal, Odisha, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh.

    The foreign minister also brushed aside speculation that regional issues could impact the BJP’s prospects.

    “Local problems will be there but, in the end, when people vote, they will vote on whether they believe in Prime Minister Narendra Modi,” Dr Jaishankar said.

    The show also featured team lease services vice chairman Manish Sabharwal and former IMF executive director Surjit Bhalla.

    “I have never seen such a one-sided election,” Surjit Bhalla said, expressing confidence that the ruling party’s tally would be record-breaking. Asked to guess the BJP’s seats, he suggested “350”.

    He said the country had never seen the kind of progress or performance it had seen in the last 10 years. Arguing against the notion that it is a “wave-less election”, Bhalla remarked: “If the BJP wins a vote share of 42-47 per cent, which I have said in my book that it’s possible, then that is a wave.”

    Manish Sabharwal said that the past 70 years had seen the delivery of democracy but not prosperity. “The last 25 years for India are very different from the next 25 years,” he said.

  • “God has ordained that I should continue to work till 2047”, PM Modi tells Rajat Sharma

    “God has ordained that I should continue to work till 2047”, PM Modi tells Rajat Sharma

    Mumbai: Brimming with confidence, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, “I believe God has ordained that I should work 24×7 till 2047 to achieve the aim of a Viksit Bharat (Developed India).”  

    He was replying to questions from Rajat Sharma at ‘Salaam India’ show, that telecasted on 23rd May at 9 pm on India TV.  

    Modi said: “I feel, God Almighty has sent me for a special purpose. God has sent me to achieve the objective of a Viksit Bharat by 2047. God is showing me the path, God is giving me the energy. I am fully confident I will achieve that target by 2047 and until that target is achieved, God will not call me back  (Jab Tak Poora Nahin Hota, Mujhe Parmatma Waapas Nahin Bulayenge). I do not have any other place in this world now excdept this.”  Modi is presently 74 years old.  

    Modi said, “400 Paar” is a slogan not coined by BJP, but by the people. “We were already 400 in strength in Parliament during the last five years, given the support that we got from other parties. Any child who gets 95 per cent marks will naturally strive for a higher target.”

    LEVEL-PLAYING FIELD

    Modi hit out at Congress and other opposition parties for complaining that they have not been given a level-playing field in this election. He reminded how the then Chief Election Commissioner (T.N. Seshan) postponed polling across the country in 1991 for 22 days after Congress leader Rajiv Gandhi was assassinated in Sriperumbudur on May 21, 1991, when only one round of polling was over. Elections were postponed till mid-June and voting finally took place on June 12 and 15.

    “Was that a level-playing field?”, asked PM Modi. He said, “Normally, when a candidate dies, election in that constituency is countermanded, but in 1991, election across the country was postponed and polling resumed only after tthe funeral of the departed leader was widely publicized”.  

    “The same person (T.N.Seshan), after retirement, fought against our party president ( L K Advani) in Gandhinagar in 1999 on a Congress ticket”, Modi said.  

    Asked why two serving chief ministers (in Delhi and Jharkhand) were jailed when election process was on, Modi replied: “We did not send them to jail. The courts sent the two chief ministers to jail. We do not have the power to send somebody to jail or keep anybody in jail. Courts have the powers. Look at what Supreme Court said in the ex-Jharkhand CM (Hemant Soren)’s case. Look at what Delhi High Court said about ex-minister (Manish Sisodia) in money laundering case.  People have seen huge loads of cash in crores seized by Enforcement Directorate. All of us should honour ED for seizing Rs 2200 crores in cash, which can be filled up in at least 70 tempos, while during 10-years of UPA rule, ED had seized onlty Rs 34 lakh cash which can be stuffed in a school bag.”  

    Modi hit out at the Aam Aadmi Party government in Delhi liquor case, saying : “They wanted to spoil the lives of children by opening liquor outlets near schools, offered one liquor bottle free for every bottle sold, because they were getting commission on the number of bottles sold…Let me make this very clear. I won the 2014 elections only because I had promised to take action against the corrupt. I was elected only because of that. Big leaders used to get away away scot-free. I do not run this government for getting nice editorials or good TV headlines. My government works to stamp out corruption.”

    PAKISTAN  

    On Pakistan’s allegation about Indian hand behind “targeted assassinations by unknown killers” of terrorists in that country, Modi replied: ” That is not the issue. I know, people of Pakistan are nowadays worried. I also know that I am the root cause of their worries (Main Jaanta Hoon Unki Pareshani Ka Kaaran Main Hoon). But I also know that some people in our own country are also worried.  Woh rote Rahen Samajh Me Aa Sakta Hai, Yahan Waale Kyun rote hain, Main Samajh Nahin Sakta Hoon (I can understand when they weep, but I cannot understand why our people weep).”

    Modi cited example of how “the leader of a respected party, that ruled out country for 60 years, and during whose rule 26/11 Mumbai attacks took place, once alleged that it was not Pakistani terrorist Ajmal Kasab and his men, but our own people who killed our own countrymen. This is really saddening. How can such a leader give statement in favour of Pakistan and Ajmal Kasab? My head hangs in shame whenever I hear such remark. I feel pained.”

    On Mani Shankar Aiyar’s remark that India should accord respect to Pakistan because it has atom bombs, Modi, in a light-hearted manner replied: “Taaqat Main Khud Pakistan Jaake Check Karke Aaya Hoon (I’ve myself gone to Pakistan and checked their power). I landed in Lahore without any security checks, and one of their TV reporters was saying Hai Allah, Modi has landed in Pakistan without any visa. Yes this was in their live debates. Main Kyun Nahin Ja Sakta, Woh Mera Desh Tha Kizi Zamaane Mein (Why can’t I do, Pakistan was part of our country at one time)”

    On one Shiv Sena (UBT) leader predicting that Modi may send trainload of devotees to the new Ram temple in Ayodhya before elections and Pakistan may blow up the train, leading to riots and making Modi’s election easier, Modi replied: “Why can’t journalists go and ask that leader, why he is not taking medicines or get a medical check-up done. Was any train blown up? Did riots take place? He should get his diseased mindset checked.”

  • NDTV’s Election Carnival traverses 11,000 Kilometres, across 50 cities, featuring 14 anchors

    NDTV’s Election Carnival traverses 11,000 Kilometres, across 50 cities, featuring 14 anchors

    Mumbai: NDTV’s Election Carnival, a vibrant celebration of democratic enthusiasm and civic engagement, is on an extraordinary journey across India, captivating hearts and minds as it travels. Originally planned to cover 5000 kilometres, the Carnival’s overwhelming reception has led to an extended route to over 9,000 kilometres, now expanding further to 11,000 Kilometers and reaching more than 50 cities non-stop since 30 days.

    In line with NDTV’s commitment to fostering informed citizenship, the Carnival has become a catalyst for change, igniting passions and inspiring action in every city it visits. It aims to promote lively discussions with political faces from that area, interactive sessions, and folk artist performances, inspiring local communities and motivating them to take an active role in the democratic process.

    The Carnival kicked off its journey from the heart of Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi celebrating the diverse regional cultures of India.

    Travelling through various states including Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Telangana, the Carnival has provided invaluable insights into the political landscapes and electoral dynamics of each region.

    In Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, the Carnival delved into the intense political competition between SP-BSP and BJP, highlighting the journey of BJP’s candidate, Arun Govil. Moving on to Mathura, the Carnival engaged with Hema Malini’s campaign, addressing local concerns such as environmental pollution.

    In Bharatpur, the Carnival witnessed a fierce electoral contest between BJP’s Ramswarup Koli and Congress’ Sanjana Jatav, focusing on critical issues like education and healthcare.

    Traversing to Madhya Pradesh, NDTV’s editor-in-chief, Sanjay Pugalia, had an exclusive conversation with Madhya Pradesh chief minister Dr Mohan Yadav during the Carnival’s stop in Bhopal, where Dr Yadav emphasised the need to diversify sectors beyond farming to boost farmers’ income. Followed by discussions in Ujjain shedding light on the electoral atmosphere and pressing local issues along with insights into employment, water, and infrastructure concerns in Khandwa.

    In Gujarat, Anand became a focal point for dissecting the dynamics between BJP and Congress, while in Maharashtra, the Carnival amplified the electoral fervour in Baramati, addressing issues like water scarcity and unemployment.

    The Carnival also journeyed through states like Jharkhand, exploring industrial concerns in Jamshedpur and electoral trust in Surguja.

    Each stop of the Carnival enriched the national political discourse by providing unique insights into local issues, electoral dynamics, and voter sentiments, reaffirming NDTV’s commitment to facilitating meaningful dialogue and strengthening the democratic fabric of India.

    NDTV’s Election Carnival is not just a journey; it’s a movement toward a more informed, involved, and participative democracy – India’s awakening movement. As it continues its odyssey across India, the Carnival reaffirms its commitment to being the voice of the people, bringing them closer to their leaders and the essence of democracy itself.

  • News18 launches unique OOH campaign in GroupM offices

    News18 launches unique OOH campaign in GroupM offices

    Mumbai: Amidst all the excitement for the general elections, News18 Network has executed an innovative campaign, wherein an interactive experience was set up at GroupM to create a buzz around the news network’s election coverage.

    As part of the campaign, employees of GroupM saw the strategically placed branded screen as just some OOH media deployment at their office. Imagine their surprise when the screen came alive and the News18 anchor whose picture was on display started to speak.

    Through the screen, News18 anchors – Zakka Jacob, managing editor, CNN-News18, Rahul Shivshankar, Consulting editor, Network18 and Rubika Liyaquat, consulting editor, News18 India interacted with people who sat around or passed by the screen at the GroupM office.

    Through News18’s campaign, it was quite evident that GroupM employees were enjoying engaging in candid conversations with the anchors.

    The campaign aims to reiterate News18’s positioning as the destination for the elections. The campaign speaks of the fact that News18 brings tremendous heft to its coverage of General Election on the back of the most experienced and prominent team of anchors, its massive reach, its huge on-ground presence, its spread of TV, digital and social assets and different formats of content being offered that translates into programming that is unmatched and unrivalled.

  • Zee Business and WION set to elevate the Global Unicorn Summit 2024

    Zee Business and WION set to elevate the Global Unicorn Summit 2024

    Mumbai: Zee Media Corporation Ltd (ZMCL), in collaboration with Bluechip Encore Pvt Ltd, is excited to announce the upcoming Global Unicorn Summit 2024. Scheduled for June 21, 2024, in Bengaluru, this premier event will bring together over 500 prominent industry leaders from the startup world, including unicorn founders, CXOs, leading investors, and government officials. The summit, with Zee Business, India’s top business news destination as the co-host and WION, only international news channel as the media partner, aims to deliver essential insights and discussions to a global audience, extending its reach and impact.

    The Global Unicorn Summit aims to bridge the gap between seasoned unicorns and growth-stage start-ups, ensuring transformative success through connections and mentorship. This initiative addresses the observed changes in India’s entrepreneurial landscape, emphasizing deeper mentorship for sustainable growth, as stated by Jai Chechani, MD of Bluechip Encore & Avoke Foods and curator of the Global Unicorn Summit.

    The agenda for the day is packed with a series of impactful sessions, including keynote addresses, panel discussions spanning diverse sectors, customised one-on-one mentorship opportunities and interactive workshops tailored to inspire and educate. The inaugural Global Unicorn Summit, headlined by an opening keynote from Kishore Jayaraman, President of Rolls-Royce India & South Asia, boasts an impressive lineup of speakers from diverse backgrounds and expertise. Industry leaders such as Mukesh Bansal of CureFit, Neil Patel of NP Digital, a digital marketing expert who has helped many brands achieve success, and Steve Hoffman of Founders Space are set to share their invaluable insights. 

    Joining them are voices including Rajesh Yabaji from Blackbuck, Nitin Agarwal from GlobalBees, and Pratik Gauri from 5ire.org, ensuring a multifaceted and enriching discourse. Attendees can also expect to glean insights from Amit Agarwal of No-Broker, Rahul Kothari of Razorpay, and Pawan Kumar of Mensa Brands, while further depth will be added by Ashish Singhal from CoinSwitch, Saurabh Saxena from PowerClub, Ramakant Sharma from Livspace, and others from esteemed firms like Salesforce, Shiprocket, and Microsoft India. Notably, the inclusion of Anjalli Kumar, Chief Sustainability Officer at Zomato, Madhurima Agarwal, Managing Director – Microsoft for Startups (India) among these voices reflects a commitment to gender diversity and a holistic representation of perspectives at this premier event.

    The upcoming Global Unicorn Summit will feature parallel sessions diving into critical themes. Discussions will cover topics such as Disrupting Marketplaces & D2C, the Fintech Revolution, the Last Mile Challenge, and the Transformative Potential of Web3, Blockchain, and Crypto Innovations. Simultaneously, there will be sessions focusing on AI and the Rise of Unicorn Founders, as well as Sustainable Food Systems, delving into essential facets of ethical AI applications and sustainability in food production.

    Augmenting the summit’s depth, a series of breakout workshops awaits, meticulously crafted to equip participants with practical skills and advanced knowledge. Led by industry leaders, delve into Mastering the Digital Landscape with Neil Patel, Angel Investing, the Art of Storytelling, Crafting and Delivering an Effective Pitch to VCs, and How to Exit a Startup. These sessions promise invaluable insights, bolstering attendees’ capacity to lead and innovate with confidence in today’s digital age.

    Zee Business managing editor Anil Singhvi highlighted “The Global Unicorn Summit represents a milestone moment for the entrepreneurial community, and at Zee Business, we are dedicated to providing unparalleled coverage from an editorial perspective. As managing editor, I am committed to delving into the nuances of this summit, highlighting the trends, challenges, and opportunities that will shape the future of startups. Through our insightful analysis and comprehensive reporting, we aim to empower entrepreneurs with the knowledge they need to navigate the competitive landscape and achieve success.”

    Zee Business and WION business head Pankaj Rai emphasised the significance of this partnership, “As we join this transformative summit, we at Zee Business and WION transcend our role as media observers to become pivotal participants in the discourse on entrepreneurship. We are committed to shaping and propelling the conversations that are crucial to sculpting a vibrant and innovative business landscape worldwide.”

    The Global Unicorn Summit was born from the recognition of a shifting dynamic in India’s entrepreneurial scene. Jai Chechani, Managing Director of Bluechip Encore & Avoke Foods, and Curator of the Global Unicorn Summit, said “At the Global Unicorn Summit, our aim is to foster an environment where seasoned unicorns and emerging startups can come together to cultivate meaningful connections, foster collaboration, and ignite disruptive innovation, all towards achieving transformative success.”

    To register and to know the event agenda, visit globalunicornsummit.com. Tune in to Zee Business and WION for the latest updates.

     

  • “There’s no connection between organizations under investigations and political donations to BJP,” says Devendra Fadnavis at ABP News ‘Shikhar Sammelan’

    “There’s no connection between organizations under investigations and political donations to BJP,” says Devendra Fadnavis at ABP News ‘Shikhar Sammelan’

    Mumbai:  Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister and senior BJP leader, Devendra Fadnavis, took center stage at the ABP News ‘Shikhar Sammelan’ today, as the nation eagerly awaits the outcome of the General Elections 2024. Addressing a myriad of issues, Devendra Fadnavis delivered a resolute response to queries regarding his party and its political landscape.

    In response to inquiries concerning electoral bonds, Fadnavis clarified, “The party with the largest number of MPs and MLAs has received 4000Cr; while 12000Cr went to opposition parties that have lower representation at all levels.”

    Fadnavis further asserted, “BJP has not received any black money. Whatever was received was through a legalized process; people have donated to all parties.”

    Speaking on seat distribution, Fadnavis said, “At least the NDA coalition has been able to resolve our seat distribution process, unlike the INDIA coalition.”

    “Voters aren’t confused, media and politicians are. Voters know who they want in office,” Fadnavis added, underscoring the electorate’s discernment. He further added, “Marathi, Kunabi, Muslim, as well as Dalit voters are with us. They believe in Modi ji who worships and upholds the Constitution.”

    “In 2014, voters were hopeful for Modi; by 2019, they saw what all he could achieve. This year, we have loyal voters who have seen India transform through the decade,” Fadnavis emphasized, highlighting the steadfast support for the BJP.

    With the General Elections currently underway, Devendra Fadnavis articulated the party’s vision for the future, accentuating key initiatives and strategies aimed at fostering development and prosperity across the nation.

    The ‘Shikhar Sammelan’ crystallized ABP News’ unwavering commitment to catalyzing democratic dialogue and fostering an informed electorate poised to shape the nation’s destiny. As the clarion call of democracy resonates throughout the land, ABP News remains steadfast in its mission to illuminate the path forward, emboldening citizens with the power of knowledge and civic engagement.  
     

  • Moneycontrol and CNBC-TV18’s AI alliance comes to the National Capital Region on 17 May

    Moneycontrol and CNBC-TV18’s AI alliance comes to the National Capital Region on 17 May

    Mumbai: Following the resounding success of its Bengaluru and Pune edition, Moneycontrol and CNBC-TV18’s AI Alliance is set to host its next chapter, themed ‘AI: Shaping the Future of NCR’ on 17 May 2024, at The Oberoi, Gurgaon. The summit promises to highlight the transformative potential of AI across various industries and its pivotal role in shaping the future of the National Capital Region (NCR).

    Known for its diverse array of IT/BPM firms, multinational corporations, and a thriving startup ecosystem, NCR has been a key contributor to India’s prominence in the technology sector. With its inherent advantages, tech talent and potential in AI innovation, NCR was a natural choice for the AI alliance.

    The AI Alliance in NCR will serve as a platform for industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators, fostering collaboration and charting a path for NCR’s AI-driven future.

    The event will be graced by distinguished speakers such as S Krishnan (Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology), Abhishek Singh (Additional Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology), Rajan Anandan (Managing Director, Peak XV Partners) Kunal Bahl (Co-Founder, Snapdeal and Titan Capital), Rafee Tarafdar (CTO, Infosys), Prateek Maheshwari (co-founder PhysicsWallah) Varun Alagh (co-founder and CEO, Honasa Consumer) Mayank Kumar (Co-founder & MD, upGrad), Pratham Mittal (Founder, Masters’ Union) and Ruchi Kalra (Co-Founder, OfBusiness and Oxyzo).

    The event will also have top executives from Nandan Nilekani’s people+ai to take the audience through why India can emerge as the AI use case capital of the world.

    Attendees can expect to gain valuable insights as the discussions touch upon themes ranging from India’s AI mission, AI regulation and policy, impact of AI on the IT sector, building population scale AI, its implications on education, to the essentials of building a thriving AI startup ecosystem in the region. The audience will also get a chance to interact with founders, policymakers, and thought leaders, and explore networking opportunities and potential collaborations.

    Moneycontrol deputy executive editor Chandra R Srikanth said, “With the NCR city chapter of AI Alliance, we are deepening our commitment towards fostering and building an AI community in India and shining a light on its impact across sectors. Just as our Pune edition highlighted the city’s vibrant auto, Saas and deep tech ecosystem, this event will delve into NCR’s tech DNA and the opportunities it can leverage in the AI era. It will serve as a platform to boost collaboration and innovation.”

  • ABP News unveils ‘Vote Bhavishya Ka With Chetan Bhagat’

    ABP News unveils ‘Vote Bhavishya Ka With Chetan Bhagat’

    Mumbai: Amidst the ongoing 2024 Lok Sabha elections, ABP News has unveiled an innovative show titled “Vote Bhavishya Ka With Chetan Bhagat” which promises viewers an unprecedented insight into the rapidly evolving political mindset of the country’s youth. The show is set to debut on 11 May airing every Saturday at 6 pm on ABP News channel.

    This pioneering show is designed to empower India’s youth by providing them with a significant platform to express their political views and shed light on their evolving preferences and priorities.

    With an astounding 22 crore voters below the age of 29, engaging the youth has become more crucial than ever in deciphering the nation’s political landscape. “Vote Bhavishya Ka With Chetan Bhagat” will bring together politicians, policy experts like Vijai Trivedi (senior journalist) and Prof. (Dr.) Chandrachur Singh (associate professor of politics at Hindu College), and student audiences from college campuses in Delhi, Chandigarh, Lucknow, and Patna in separate events. The idea is to facilitate an open dialogue that authentically captures the evolving aspirations and concerns of India’s youth.

    Renowned author and columnist, Chetan Bhagat, will serve as the host and moderator of the dynamic debates. The show’s innovative format ensures high engagement and interactivity, with students from premier colleges actively participating in the discussions.

    Key topics to be explored during the discussions will include employment and education, women’s empowerment, caste and religion, and corruption and administration. From entrepreneurial ambitions to gender equality and polarizing politics, the show aims to comprehensively grasp the multifaceted factors influencing the youth vote.

    ABP News’ ‘Vote Bhavishya Ka With Chetan Bhagat’ presents an incredible opportunity to directly engage with and hear from the future leaders of our nation. Through its innovative format, ABP News seeks to establish a robust platform that could potentially reshape how political parties engage with and address the aspirations and concerns of the nation’s youth in these pivotal elections.