Category: TV Channels

Mumbai: TV9 Network recently organised the News9 Plus Corporate Cup, where the victorious HDFC Bank team had the privilege of experiencing a Bundesliga match in Germany. It is evident that this event has much to offer.

Before the highly anticipated match at Allianz Arena, the HDFC Bank Team had the privilege of visiting the Bundesliga Esports centre, where they witnessed virtual football competitions involving Bundesliga teams.  TV9 Network and the winning team got a chance to meet and interact with Lothar Matthus, the inaugural FIFA World Player of the Year in 1991, 1990 Ballon d’Or winner, and Roman Weidenfeller, former Germany, and Borussia Dortmund goalkeeper.

When the TV9 Network team presented the Lord Ganesha idol to Lothar Matthaus, he held the statue in his hands and was overwhelmed with emotion. The gift of Lord Ganesha brought him immense joy. It is no surprise, as he, a legendary figure in German football, has the World Cup under his belt. Currently seated in Bayern Munich’s den, Matthaus continues to inspire. Just as TV9 Network presented a gift to Lord Ganesh, Matthaus reciprocated by signing a Bayern Munich jersey and sending it back.

Matthaus himself expressed his interest in Indian football, acknowledging that India has a relatively young football culture. He conveyed his willingness to contribute to Indian football if the need arises. Additionally, he expressed his desire to visit India and meet his fans.

He commended TV9’s remarkable initiative, acknowledging its lasting impact. The Corporate Cup serves as a platform to discover new talents, and in the days to come, it will continue to uncover promising individuals. Bringing talented players from a vast country like India should not pose a challenge; it simply requires effective scouting.

Roman Wiedenfeller, another distinguished World Cup player, shared valuable insights into Indian football and engaged in separate discussions with the team.

Having secured the championship in the one-of-a-kind corporate tournament on May 7, the members of HDFC Bank Team experienced the exhilarating spectacle of the European giants Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig clash in a highly anticipated German first-division football match on Saturday, May 20, in Munich, Germany. Joining the winning team in the stands to witness the breath-taking football action was Girish Mahajan, Maharashtra’s Sports, and Youth Welfare Minister.

With bated breath, the football aficionados watched from the stands as the two powerhouse teams battled it out on the pitch. The match was filled with pulsating moments, brilliant displays of skill, and relentless determination from both sides. The crowd erupted in applause as the players showcased their exceptional abilities and strategic prowess. The visitors RB Leipzig emerged victorious with a stunning 3-1 win, ending Bayern Munich’s hopes of securing their 11th successive title.

While sharing his experience, HDFC bank senior VP Sukesh Shastri said, “Our time in Germany was truly electrifying. Witnessing the match alongside passionate football fans from around the world was a remarkable experience. Meeting legends like Mr. Lothar Matthus and Roman Weidenfeller was the main highlight of our trip. It is a great experience for all the corporations in India that TV9 Network has built and from here we just expect to go to the next level.”

The News9 Corporate Cup has left an indelible impression in the corporate realm, weekend football has typically revolved around prize money. However, TV9’s visionary initiative has sparked a different kind of dream, opening new horizons for the future. 

Mumbai: The India Today Group, the nation’s leading multi-platform news medium, has once again proven its prowess by emerging as the undisputed leader in the Connected TV viewership segment. As per the latest Comscore VMX multi-platform [CTV Device-Level], CTV videos (000) and CTV total minutes (MM), news/information category, video type: content, March 2023, India report (hereinafter referred to as “Comscore Report”), the India Today Group has secured the top spot among Connected TV (CTV) news platforms, reaffirming its position as the go-to destination for news and information in the CTV realm.

In an era where TVs connected to the internet have become increasingly popular for streaming video content, commonly known as smart TVs or Connected TVs (CTVs), the India Today Group has excelled in capturing the attention of viewers across these platforms. With the rise of smart TVs, hybrid set-top boxes, TV sticks, and other internet-enabled devices, the India Today Group has leveraged this trend to establish its dominance in the Connected TV viewership landscape. As per FICCI- media & entertainment report- May 2023, The Connected TV phenomenon, already at over 25 million monthly users, will expand even further. Smart-connected TVs will exceed 40 million (daily active users) by 2025.

The Comscore report reveals that the India Today Group has achieved an unparalleled video viewership of 52.5 million with the highest time spent (535 million minutes in total), securing the coveted number one position in the news/information category specifically within the Connected TV viewership segment.

 

Mumbai: ZEE 24 Ghanta, one of the leading Bengali news channels under the umbrella of Zee Media, successfully concluded the 8th edition of Education Excellence 2023. This public forum, powered by Career Planner, rewarded national recognition to teachers and educational institutions for their consistent efforts in encouraging students towards fulfilling their dreams, achieving excellence in their career and building a bright future of India.

The Education Excellence 2023 grand celebration was graced by the presence of Chief Guest – Shri Bratya Basu (Minister-In-charge, Higher Education & School Education Department, and Government of West Bengal). Dignitaries like Tanushree Shankar, Kamaleshwar Mukherjee, Pabitra Sarkar, and Bratati Bandyopadhyay attended this on-ground initiative & handed over the felicitations to the chosen entities & individuals.

An insightful series of panel discussions provided the audience with a unique perspective on the importance of analytical thinking, and communication, how education can help in providing the right direction to society and the importance of advanced value-added courses as well.

The institutions that were felicitated through this initiative were Adamas University, Brainware University, Budge Budge Institute of Technology, Eastern Institute for Integrated Learning in Management (EIILM) – Kolkata, Gurunanak Institute of Hotel Management, IIHM, IAM Institute of Hotel Management, IEM & UEM Group – Kolkata & Jaipur, JIS University, Indian Institute of Hotel Management, IQ City Knowledge & Health Campus – Durgapur.

The list of awardees doesn’t end at this. It also included names like JIS College of Engineering – Kalyani, JT Aviation College, Kidzee, Kingston Educational Institute, Narayana Schools – West Bengal, NIPS Hotel Management, Nopany Institute of Healthcare Studies, Om Dayal Group of Institutions, SBIHM School of Management, Seacom Skills University, Swami Vivekananda University, Techno India University, TEM Hotel & Hospitality Management – Tamluk, Adamas International School, Barackpore Rashtraguru Surendranath College, The Sanskrit College and University – Kolkata, Coochbehar Panchanan Barma University, Debra Thana Sahid Kshudiram Smriti Mahavidyalaya, Behala College, State Institute of Physical Education for Women – Hastings House & Dr. Arkadeep Biswas.

Speaking on Zee 24 Ghanta’s initiative towards rewarding the educators and educational institutions, Zee Media Corporation Limited CEO Abhay Ojha said “If you have been able to think from an analytical mind, have a disciplined approach towards life, dream higher – it’s all because of your teachers, professors, institutions etc. It is an honour for the entire Zee Media team to reward a national recognition to educators/ educational Institutions that contributed remarkably towards the development & growth of Education in the state of West Bengal. We look forward to rolling out many more successful editions of Education Excellence across different states of India.”

Mumbai: NDTV managing editor (Technology) Rajiv Makhni has called it a day; he steps down from his role after a 20-year-long stint with the news channel.

As per media reports, Makhni would soon be making an announcement on his next venture. He is believed to be in the process of evaluating offers.

Makhni has been recognized for hosting shows like Gadget Guru, Cell Guru, NewsNet 3.0 and Walk the Tech Talk, which aired on NDTV Network.

Media reports reveal that Youtuber Gaurav Chowdhary will be replacing Makhni at NDTV.

Mumbai: The city of Hyderabad is all set to witness the Future. Female. Forward – The Women’s Collective city chapter – CNBC-TV18’s mega initiative to chart a path to make gender parity an inevitable reality. For over a decade now, CNBC-TV18, as a purpose-driven brand, remains steadfast in its commitment to promoting gender equality at the workplace and its eventual overall impact on the economy and growth of the nation. Telangana as a state has a utilitarian model in the country for developing an efficacious startup ecosystem that aims to foster an innovation driven economy and has envisaged to nurture the innovators, researchers, startups and entrepreneurs thus making the state technology driven. Numerous eco-system enablers for startups and entrepreneurs such as WE-HUB, T-WORKS, T-HUB, RICH, Emerging Technologies, TSIC and TASK, have been established by the government to progress in this regard. It encourages innovators and startups, allowing them to flourish and grow.

Thus, with Hyderabad as an ideal destination to inspire change, CNBC-TV18 continues to spearhead its efforts with this city chapter scheduled to take place on May 31, 2023, 5 PM onwards at T-Hub Phase 2, Hyderabad. The event will bring together a diverse range of top businesses and startups to address the prevalent concerns on gender parity deficit and potential solutions to close this gap. Shri K.T Rama Rao, minister for IT & Industries Government of Telangana will be the chief guest of the event. Other esteemed guests gracing the event will be Surendra Rosha, Co-CEO, HSBC Asia Pacific; Hitendra Dave, CEO, HSBC India; Rahul Singh, chief operating officer – Corporate Functions, HCLTech; Deepti Sagar – Chief People & Experience Officer, Deloitte India; Subhrakant Panda, President, FICCI; Dr Sangita Reddy, Joint Managing Director, Apollo Hospitals Group; Rajesh Nambiar, CMD, Cognizant India; Naveen Gullapalli, Global Head, Corporate Centers and CONEXTS (GBS), Novartis; Deepthi Ravula, CEO, WeHub; Priyanka Ravala, Head – International Programs, Strategy and Partnerships, T-Hub; Anu Acharya, CEO, Mapmygenome; Mansi Gandhi, Co-Founder, DoctorC; Kalpana Ramesh, Founder, The Rainwater Project; Lithika Bhanu, CEO, Terrafirma Projects; and Deepthi Alapati, Founder, Pulp Cosmetics.

The event will see the unveiling of the Future. Female. Forward Playbook, an in-depth resource and best practices guidebook that will consist of a compilation of the year-long journey of the initiative. This will be followed by a powerful fireside chat with Shri K.T. Rama Rao, Minister for IT & Industries and Surendra Rosha, Co-CEO of HSBC Asia Pacific, highlighting the importance of women’s role and equal representation in leading holistic development at the workplace, in conversation with Shereen Bhan, Managing Editor, CNBC—TV18.

A special felicitation will honour the women champions behind India’s first fully women-led and built industrial park in Hyderabad. The event will also consist of a series of engaging discussions on insightful topics like: Women Transforming the Tech and Lifesciences space aligned with the G20 Summit 2023 goals, and The Future of Sustainable Innovation: Women Pioneering Change. Additionally, to bring a different, creative flavour to the event, the brand has also invited designing mavericks Eka Lakhani, Costume Designer and Pratiksha Prashant, CEO, Kishandas & Co., for a conversation on ‘A step back in time – Dressing up the Cholas’, wherein they will share how they lead by example for other female artists and their journey to bringing the Cholas to life in the Ponniyin Selvan film franchise.

The event will culminate with an engaging presentation by author Sreemoyee Kundu on mainstreaming single women’s identity in India, and the absolute need for it in today’s day and age.

Following the success of the mega initiative, CNBC-TV18 managing editor Sheeran Bhan said, “Following the success of the summit, we are delighted to bring the city chapter of ‘Future. Female. Forward – The Women’s Collective’ to Hyderabad. This city chapter will serve as a forum for organisations and institutions to ignite meaningful conversations and put forth the best practices and regulations needed to promote gender parity at the workplace. We look forward to bringing some actionable change in the future and collaborating with like-minded individuals and organisations to build a more equitable future for women.”

Sharing her thoughts, Network18 CEO business news Smriti Mehra mentioned, “At CNBC-TV18, we believe that gender parity in the workforce is both a social and a business imperative. Through our flagship initiative, Future. Female. Forward – The Women’s Collective, our channel aims to empower women professionals and create a more balanced & inclusive workplace for women. With the Hyderabad city chapter, we look forward to bringing diverse voices and perspectives together to engage in meaningful conversations and explore solutions to provide a gender-equitable workplace for women.  We are excited to engage with leaders from Hyderabad in this endeavour and strive towards a future where every individual has an equal opportunity to succeed.”

HSBC India CEO Hitendra Dave said, “We are thrilled to have discovered a like-minded partner in CNBCTV18 and we are delighted that our partnership has sparked meaningful conversations. Our primary goal is to make a significant impact in the crucial area of gender parity in the workforce. We are fortunate to have found a valuable advocate and passionate voice in Shereen Bhan. Our focus is on building a diverse, connected, and balanced workforce. We deeply value differences and strive to provide equal opportunities to all individuals, as these principles are at the core of our values.”

HCLTech COO-corporate functions Rahul Singh commented, “We are glad to partner with CNBC TV18 on the Future Female Forward initiative and be part of the much-needed global movement on gender parity, diversity, and inclusion. At HCLTech, we are committed to making our workplace more equal and creating a supportive, respectful and inclusive environment that empowers all our people to find their unique spark and be the best version of themselves. Women of HCLTech continue to lead this journey as they power progress in technology and beyond. I am confident about the positive impact platforms like CNBC TV18 will create to address the challenges and opportunities in achieving gender equality.”

Deloitte South Asia chief people & experience officer Deepti Sagar commented, “I am happy to witness the pivotal role being played by women in the technology space both at Deloitte and in India at large. Their technical skills combined with their positive attitude towards learning have contributed to the innovation and success of our organisation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that empowers and celebrates women and their continued growth and leadership in shaping the future of technology.”

CNBC-TV18’s Future. Female. Forward – The Women’s Collective is proudly presented by HSBC India. It is co-presented by HCLTech, while Deloitte India supports the initiative as Knowledge Partner, with Industry Partner, FICCI and Associate Partner, Reliance Industries.

Mumbai: Times Network has announced the 9th edition of its annual signature event, India Economic Conclave (IEC) scheduled on 1 & 2 June 2023 at Taj Palace, New Delhi. A distinguished global platform, India Economic Conclave has been instrumental in shaping a national discourse on the country’s economic growth. Driving the theme, “India: The Emerging Third Superpower”, IEC 2023 will lead critical conversations with eminent policymakers, global visionaries and iconic leaders from India Inc on India’s growth as a leading global superpower.

Times Network CEO & MD MK Anand said, “India Economic Conclave has firmly established itself as India’s premier platform for driving pertinent economic agenda points. As the fastest-growing large economy with increasing significance in global geopolitics, India is emerging as an influential force in today’s multipolar world. Leading with the theme, India: The Emerging Third Superpower, IEC 2023 assumes significance as a pivotal event, complementing India’s enviable G20 Presidency. I am confident that collaborative discussions and deliberations with visionary leaders will provide actionable strategies, propelling India’s growth as a leading global superpower.”

The two-day conclave will witness collaborative, immersive and thought-provoking sessions covering critical conversation points on India’s long-term growth trajectory, G20 Presidency, defense strategies, economy, future of AI & Web 3.0, sector-specific challenges and opportunities. The power-packed speaker line-up for this year includes Amit Shah, minister of Home Affairs; Rajnath Singh, minister of defence; Mike Pompeo, 70th Secretary of State, United States; Nitin Gadkari, Minister of Road Transport and Highways; Piyush Goyal, Minister of Textiles, minister of Commerce and Industry and minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution; Dharmendra Pradhan, minister of education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship;  Hardeep Singh Puri, minister of petroleum & Natural Gas; Anurag Thakur, Minister of Sports, Youth Affairs and Information and Broadcasting; Bhupender Yadav, minister of Labour and Employment, Environment, Forest and Climate Change;  Mansukh Mandaviya, minister of Health and Family Welfare and Chemicals and Fertilizers; Jyotiraditya Scindia, minister of Civil Aviation;R.K Singh, Minister of Power and New & Renewable Energy; Yogi Adityanath, chief minister, Uttar Pradesh; BorgeBrende, president, World Economic Forum; Mark Mobius, Founder, Mobius Ventures; Ajay Piramal, chairman and MD, Piramal Group; and V. Vaidyanathan, MD & CEO, IDFC FIRST Bank amongst others.

Times Network India Economic Conclave 2023 is presented by IDFC FIRST Bank and powered by Google.

Mumbai: Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has said that the new Congress Government in Karnataka may not last its full term, and may fall after BJP wins the 2024 Lok Sabha general elections.

He was replying to questions from Rajat Sharma in the show ‘Aap Ki Adalat’, that telecasted on India TV on 27 May, 3023. When it was pointed out that Siddaramaiah and D K Shivakumar have decided on sharing two and a half years of rule in Karnataka, Sarma said: “I don’t think they will get to do this. After the 2024 Lok Sabha general elections, the government is surely going to fall”.

Rajat Sharma: Look, they made a good arrangement, two and a half years for Siddaramaiah and D K Shivakumar?

Sarma: Do you think the government will run for two and a half years? Will that government remain after Lok Sabha elections?

Rajat Sharma: That you can say.

Sarma: You can say because you have so many years’ experience.

Rajat Sharma: Will it depend on how many people (MLAs) come to Assam?

Sarma: Do you think so?. Do you really think this government will exist after Lok Sabha elections? I don’t think so?

Rajat Sharma: Then what will happen?

Sarma: It will break. There will be another chief minister.”

Sarma predicted that the BJP will win more than 300 seats in next year’s Lok Sabha elections. He said, “India is going through one of its best periods in its history. People feel proud of their past heritage and 6,000-year-old civilization. They want to get rid of the Gandhi family which has a feudal mindset. Modi has brought about a big transformation in the minds of the people of India.”

Asked by Rajat Sharma whether he and UP chief minister Yogi Adityanath are competing with each other in advocating strident ‘Hindutva’, Sarma replied, “I come from a small state. Please do not compare an apple with an orange. I have my dreams for Assam and I am going to fulfill them.”

Sarma revealed what happened in the meeting with Rahul Gandhi, after which he left Congress and joined BJP.

Rajat Sharma: I heard you went and met Rahul Gandhi, but he devoted more time to his pet.

Sarma, “No, the story is like this. Rahul Gandhi  had called a meeting in which the then CM Tarun Gogoi, myself, party in-charge C. P. Joshi and Assam Congress chief Anjan Dutta  were present. We went to his room and talks began. Five minutes later, his pet dog came, and started eating the biscuits that were served with tea for us on the table.  I looked at the other three leaders, they were eating comfortably from the same table. I had gone to meet for the first time. I felt, this was their culture, having food with pet dogs. I said, I can’t be like this, I can’t eat like this. I decided not to go there again.”

Rajat Sharma: Later Rahul posted a video with his pet dog?

Sarma: Yes, it was the same pet dog. ..

Rajat Sharma: But Congress people wrote with the video, the dog proved more loyal than you?

Sarma: Now where is the question of loyalty? We did not join the party for loyalty to a family. Were they paying my salary to me? We should demystify all this. Rahul was one of our colleagues in a political party. Others may have taken favours from him. I don’t know what Congressmen have in mind about loyalty. For me, loyalty is not to a family, my loyalty is to the nation….Whatever is left of the Congress today is because of Mahatma Gandhi. They hijacked his name. Even today, if you cut out the surname of Gandhi from Sonia ji and Rahul’s names, what is left? This title has been hijacked. Congress belongs to Mahamanav  Mahatma Gandhi. Otherwise, where is the Congress? Gandhi family does not belong to Mahatma Gandhi.”

The Assam CM said, “Look, I knew Rahul Gandhi since childhood and I was never impressed by his merit. When I was in Congress, I used to meet Sonia Gandhi regularly, but I never met Rahul Gandhi. I was never impressed by his merits, his deeds, his arguments, logic and his capacity to do public service. Those who never struggle in life, can never become the leader of a country like India.”

On closing down of Madarsas in Assam, Sarma said, “I want Muslim youths to get modern education. Though it is their families’ duty to see what education they get, I am trying to create a progressive eco-system for Muslim community.”

On the issue of uniform civil code, the Assam CM said, “I predict, 15 to 20 years from now, every Muslim woman voter will vote for BJP, because we have abolished ‘triple talaq’ and we will surely do away with polygamy. Even Prophet Mohammed, whom Muslims revere as ‘Nabi’, was in favour of monogamy. On polygamy, the Prophet had said, this could be done only with the consent of existing wives. The Directive Principles of State Policy in our Constitution clearly says we should bring a common civil code, which we will surely implement.”

On the controversy over the PM inaugurating the new Parliament building, Himanta Biswa Sarma said, “Gandhi family does not want anybody else except from the family to inaugurate the new Parliament. Sonia and Rahul Gandhi have never been able to digest the fact that Narendra Modi is the prime minister. I was in Congress for 22 years. I know how and when the Gandhi family insulted past Presidents including Giani Zail Singh. Had the new Parliament building been ready during UPA rule, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh would not have been allowed to inaugurate. Instead the chairperson of the so-called UPA Sonia Gandhi would have inaugurated it. Had the Congress been worried about an Adivasi woman President, it would not have fielded Yashwant Sinha against Droupadi Murmu in the presidential election.”

The Assam CM said, “When I was in Congress, I had good relations with Sonia Gandhi.  To the extent that she sent me to work for the party during Mizoram and Manipur elections. I toiled hard for the party. When my time came, I went to Sonia Ji and asked for her support, but she did not give. Tell me, what is the value of such a relationship?”