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  • News18 launches YouTube channel for Maha Kumbh 2025

    News18 launches YouTube channel for Maha Kumbh 2025

    MUMBAI: Close to Prayagraj (formerly Allahabad) is Triveni Sangam – the sacred confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers. Today, Prayagraj is a husltle bustle of activity as it gets ready to stage the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, a magnificent spiritual celebration anticipated to draw 400 million pilgrims from around the world. 

    And to make sure its influence is felt the world over, news television network News18 has launched News18 Kumbh, an exclusive YouTube channel that provides 24/7 coverage of this extraordinary event. It will bring the vibrant traditions of Indian spirituality into homes globally, offering viewers a virtual pilgrimage that encapsulates the essence of devotion and unity, showcasing the largest religious gathering on earth from 13 January to 26 February 2025. 

    To get a dekko of the YouTube channels click here: https://www.youtube.com/@news18kumbh

    The News18 Kumbh logo was unveiled by the Akhil Bharatiya Akhara Parishad president Mahant Ravindra Puri – the apex religious body of 13 recognized monastic Hindu orders. The showcasing of the logo was streamed directly from the Kumbh Mela on the YouTube channel.

    News18 OB vans will be on the move there

    As part of the launch, Prateek Trivedi’s popular show Bhaiyaji Kahin featured a special live episode that captured the rich culture and tradition defining the Kumbh Mela.

    According to a press release issued by the network, News18 Kumbh is to provide live coverage from multiple ghats and akharas. With 24-hour live streaming, special programming, and curated shows, the channel will delve into the mythology, spiritual significance, and cultural traditions of the Maha Kumbh. From detailed insights into the Shahi Snan and the importance of bathing rituals for different akharas to key dates, travel advisories, and daily event calendars, News18 Kumbh will serve as a guide for devotees and viewers alike.

    News18 control room at Prayagraj

    As a tribute to the spirit of Maha Kumbh 2025, News18 also released a specially composed song that beautifully captured its essence and magnificence.

    News18 network has deployed a dedicated team to cover the event. and has set up operations in Prayagraj to bring viewers updates and insights over the two-month-long event. 

  • Discovery to premiere Oprah’s ‘Belief’ in February

    Discovery to premiere Oprah’s ‘Belief’ in February

    MUMBAI: Discovery Channel is all set to premiere OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network’s television series Belief on 1 February. The seven part series will air every Monday at 9 pm.

     

    Belief depicts how people with a wide range of beliefs search for deeper meaning and connection with the world around them.

                                                     

    Narrated by Winfrey, Belief will invite viewers to witness and be moved by some of the world’s most fascinating spiritual journeys through the eyes of the believers.

      

    Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific EVP and GM-South Asia Rahul Johri said, “We are delighted to present the landmark series Belief to our viewers in India. Exploring different faiths, Belief will highlight the spiritual journeys of human beings around the world.”

     

    Belief will also showcase some Indian stories of people on their spiritual journeys including Reshma Thakkar, a young Indian-American Hindu woman from Chicago, travels to the banks of the Ganges River in India for the Kumbh Mela, joining millions at the world’s largest spiritual gathering; the story of Anju, a young woman in central India who has committed to forgo all of life’s conveniences and permanently sever ties with her family in order to be initiated as a Jain nun. The series also touches upon India and one of the world’s largest religions, Hinduism. It will share a glimpse of how Hindus from all walks of life unite to celebrate the festival of colours – Holi. 

     

    Various stories will all lead viewers to ask: “What do you believe?”

  • Discovery to premiere Oprah’s ‘Belief’ in February

    Discovery to premiere Oprah’s ‘Belief’ in February

    MUMBAI: Discovery Channel is all set to premiere OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network’s television series Belief on 1 February. The seven part series will air every Monday at 9 pm.

     

    Belief depicts how people with a wide range of beliefs search for deeper meaning and connection with the world around them.

                                                     

    Narrated by Winfrey, Belief will invite viewers to witness and be moved by some of the world’s most fascinating spiritual journeys through the eyes of the believers.

      

    Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific EVP and GM-South Asia Rahul Johri said, “We are delighted to present the landmark series Belief to our viewers in India. Exploring different faiths, Belief will highlight the spiritual journeys of human beings around the world.”

     

    Belief will also showcase some Indian stories of people on their spiritual journeys including Reshma Thakkar, a young Indian-American Hindu woman from Chicago, travels to the banks of the Ganges River in India for the Kumbh Mela, joining millions at the world’s largest spiritual gathering; the story of Anju, a young woman in central India who has committed to forgo all of life’s conveniences and permanently sever ties with her family in order to be initiated as a Jain nun. The series also touches upon India and one of the world’s largest religions, Hinduism. It will share a glimpse of how Hindus from all walks of life unite to celebrate the festival of colours – Holi. 

     

    Various stories will all lead viewers to ask: “What do you believe?”