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  • CNN-IBN appoints Anuradha Mathu Agrawal as national revenue head

    CNN-IBN appoints Anuradha Mathu Agrawal as national revenue head

    MUMBAI: CNN-IBN has appointed Anuradha Mathu Agrawal as national revenue head. In this role, Agrawal will be responsible for the overall sales and revenue generation of the channel.

     

    She will work closely on creating new revenue streams and opportunities to drive growth and further consolidate the channel’s leadership position.

     

    IBN Network CEO Avinash Kaul said, “Anuradha comes with rich experience across multiple media brands. We are confident given her background that Anuradha will play a stellar leadership role in breaking new ground as we embark upon the next phase of growth.”

     

    She comes with 17 years of experience in sales, strategy and senior leadership. She started her career with The Times of India and subsequently worked with India Today, Star India, NDTV and Turner India.

  • A+E Networks TV18 appoints Avinash Kaul as president

    A+E Networks TV18 appoints Avinash Kaul as president

    MUMBAI: A+E Networks TV18 (AETN18) has appointed Avinash Kaul as president. Kaul will be responsible for day-to-day operational, strategic and financial management of the joint-venture. The role will be in addition to his responsibility as CEO of IBN Network.

     

    Speaking on the occasion, Network18 Group CEO A.P Parigi said, “As A+E Networks TV18 enters a new phase of growth, I’m confident that Avinash is the right person to lead the company forward. He has a proven ability to create strategic clarity, ensure disciplined execution, and deliver results. We believe that his passion for innovation will help ensure that the venture will continue its stellar growth trajectory.”

     

    A+E Networks executive vice president Sean Cohan added, “Avinash brings vast media expertise, foresight and knowledge of the Indian market to the venture. Under his leadership, we are well-positioned to realize our shared vision of strong and vibrant entertainment services in India.”

     

    “I am honoured to take on this role, and excited about the possibilities that lie ahead. Our focus will be to continue to unleash the power of globally acclaimed content with a mix of innovative programming that resonates with Indian viewers. I’m looking forward to working with the business and content teams in our journey to create India’s leading factual entertainment group,” added Kaul

     

    With a career spanning over 16 years, Kaul has rich experience in a variety of roles in sales, marketing and general management across genres like news, entertainment, movie and lifestyle in India. Prior to this, Kaul held the position of CEO – TV division of BCCL, managing Times Now, ET Now and zoOm. He has also worked in leadership and various capacities in networks like Star, NDTV Media and Discovery Networks, among others.

  • CNN-IBN and IBN7 strengthens ad sales team

    CNN-IBN and IBN7 strengthens ad sales team

    MUMBAI: IBN Network has appointed Sakshi Jain and Manan Sheel Bhasin as assistant vice presidents – sales. As part of the new role, Jain will head the CNN-IBN display sales team for north region while Bhasin will look after the display sales of IBN7 and IBN-Lokmat for the same region.
     
    Jain comes with 16 years of experience ranging from media planning, buying and broadcast sales across leading consumer brands and television channels. In her previous role, Jain was the deputy general manager, TV Today Network, where she was responsible for the ad sales of Oye 104.8 FM for north. In broadcast sales, she was associated with channels such as Aaj Tak, Sony Entertainment Television (SET), Headlines Today, Big CBS & RTL and ABP Sananda.

     

    Bhasin has been in media industry for over 12 years and has worked with brands like Aaj Tak, Headlines Today, Tez, Ten Sports, ABP News, ABP Ananda and ABP Majha. He brings with him expertise of revenue and business generation and sustenance of continuous growth.
     
    In their current roles, Jain and Bhasin will focus on the overall sales strategy for driving the goals of further boosting the Network’s market share and revenues.

     

  • IBN Network gears up for the most extensive coverage on Modi’s much awaited trip to the US

    IBN Network gears up for the most extensive coverage on Modi’s much awaited trip to the US

    MUMBAI: The world is abuzz as Modi makes his much anticipated visit to the US after he was sworn in as the Prime Minister of India. His seven day visit to US is much anticipated and is being billed as one of the most important political developments internationally; a clear acknowledgement of PM Modi’s stature as a world leader.

     

    The network’s recent programming on Modi Government completing 100 days in office and Modi’s visit to Japan, Nepal and Bhutan were hugely popular and were amongst the most watched shows in the genre. With all eyes now set on the trip, CNN-IBN & IBN7 present 10 days of the most comprehensive programming that will bring to the viewers a 360o coverage of this visit.

     

    The programming line-up on CNN-IBN & IBN7 will bring to the viewers an array of special shows, stories in newswheels, special reports and live prime time programming. IBN’s team of journalists and reporters headed by Bhupendra Chaubey & Anubha Bhonsle, Executive Editors, CNN-IBN; Sumit Awasthi, Deputy Managing Editor, IBN7; CNBC Awaaz and CNBC Bajar editor in chief Sanjay Pugalia and Shereen Bhan, Managing Editor, CNBC-TV18 will travel to the US to cover this historic visit and provide viewers with in-depth reportage from Ground Zero. With more than 80 hours of coverage, our reporters will report live from various locations including Times Square, Columbia University, Giants Stadium, UN Building and will closely track all the visit’s high points including Modi’s visit to the White House, his address to the public rally at Madison Square and his maiden speech at UN General Assembly.

     

    The network’s association with America’s leading news channel CNN will bring out the most detailed American perspective on this visit.

     

    Don’t miss this special programming till 30 September on CNN-IBN & IBN7, all through the day.

  • Axe The Tax on CNN-IBN

    Axe The Tax on CNN-IBN

    MUMBAI: As the Narendra Modi-led NDA government prepares to set out its economic agenda for the nation, ‘Axe The Tax’, CNN-IBN’s award-winning initiative returns to highlight 5 tax clauses which should be amended in order to provide benefit to the common man. Commenced in 2007, this unique initiative has not only garnered immense popularity among viewers but has also been lauded and awarded by critics through the years.

     

    As an integral part of ‘Budget of Hope’, the channel’s umbrella Budget programming, this one-of-its-kind initiative gives the common people a platform to voice their concerns against unfair tax clauses and takes their ideas and suggestions directly to the honourable Finance Minister for consideration. For seven years now, we have presented these suggestions to the Finance Minister – many of these have even resulted in policy level changes.

     

    Speaking on this unique programming, Rajdeep Sardesai, Editor-in-Chief, IBN Network, said “Budget 2014 is truly a ‘Budget of Hope’ for the citizens of India. With the recent hike in Railway fare and duty on sugar imports, all eyes are now set on Budget day to find out what else the Finance Ministry has in store for them. ‘Axe The Tax’ is an endeavour from CNN-IBN to empower ordinary citizens to raise five tax related issues that need to be addressed by the newly elected government, and it will certainly emerge as a masterpiece within our unparalleled Budget programming.”

  • CNN-IBN is the Most Watched English News Channel During Elections

    CNN-IBN is the Most Watched English News Channel During Elections

    MUMBAI: CNN-IBN emerged a clear favourite of viewers on Elections 2014 – further extending its rich & award winning legacy of leadership on Elections. The channel was the most watched English news channel throughout the key Elections period. As per the TAM data, CNN-IBN leads with a Market Share of 37%, followed by Times Now with 23%, NDTV 24×7 with a market share of 12%, Headlines Today with 10% and News X with a market share of 17% (Source: TAM, CS AB Male 25-54 Yrs, 6 Metros, Wk 15-20’14, 24 Hrs, All Days, Market Share basis 30 min TVTs).

    The channel also emerged as the clear No.1 English Channel on each and every Polling Day with a consolidated market share of 36%, followed by Times Now with 22%, News X with 19% and Headlines Today & NDTV 24×7 with a market share of 12% each. (Source: TAM, CS AB 25-54 Yrs, All India 1 Mn+ (incl Metros), 24 Hrs across (07th, 09th, 10th, 12th, 17th, 24th, 30th April, 07th May & 12th May ’14), Market Share basis 30 min TVTs).
    All through the crucial Elections Week and during the Counting Hours on May 16th, India tuned into CNN-IBN. CNN-IBN garnered 37% market share in Wk’20 as opposed to Times Now with 29%, NDTV 24×7 with 15%, Headlines Today with 10%, and News X with 9% (Source: TAM, CS AB 15-54 Yrs, All India, 0600-2400 Hrs, Market Share basis 30 min TVTs). While during Counting Hours, CNN-IBN led with a market share of 36% followed by Times Now with 32%, NDTV 24×7 with 15%, Headlines Today with 5% and News X with 11% (Source: TAM, CS AB 25-54 Yrs, All India, 0800-1200 Hrs, Market Share basis 30 min TVTs).

    The last couple of months were really critical as the entire nation got engaged in possibly the most crucial elections in recent times. With the nation facing multiple challenges, there was a huge interest in the outcome of the same. The common men and women of the country have probably never been this involved in elections, and television undoubtedly became a critical touch point for key information and updates. Given the breadth and depth of CNN-IBN’s programming line-up – extensive LIVE reporting, in-depth coverage, sharp and precise analysis, data, debates and channel packaging, it was no surprise that CNN-IBN’s coverage got maximum traction. The channel’s ratings are indeed a testimony to the credibility and its unmatched coverage of these key Elections. The relentless effort by IBN Network’s formidable team of anchors and journalists, eminent panel of experts, data-analytics through CNN-IBN-Microsoft Election Analytics Centre; all contributed significantly to this success.

    Speaking on this, Rajdeep Sardesai, Editor-in-Chief, IBN Network, said, “We are thankful to our viewers for making CNN-IBN, the No.1 English News channel on Elections. Considering the scale of the event, the biggest challenge for us was to ensure that the viewers receive the most accurate and up to date information right through the elections in order to ensure that they are well informed. Since the beginning of General Elections 2014, we have given insightful and unbiased reportage to our viewers and succeeded in reaching out to our viewers in large numbers.”

  • CNN-IBN & IBN7 set off on Election Yatra

    CNN-IBN & IBN7 set off on Election Yatra

    MUMBAI: As we draw closer to the 16th General Elections, CNN-IBN & IBN7 bring to their viewers a special election based show called ‘Election Yatra’, a unique programme that brings forth the true flavour of elections from Ground Zero.

     

    Fronted by IBN Network’s expert team of anchors and journalists, the show will be a combination of vox pops, walk throughs, chaupals and campaign trails. Throughout the next month and a half, ‘Election Yatra’ will examine the mood of the nation by covering key constituencies in 15 states that will play a major role in government formation. The states to be covered in this unique initiative include Andhra Pradesh,  Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Haryana, West Bengal, Bihar, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Assam, Odisha, Punjab, Uttarakhand, West Bengal & Karnataka.

     

    Speaking about this new show, Rajdeep Sardesai, Editor-in-Chief, CNN-IBN, IBN7 & IBN-Lokmat, said, “With the World’s biggest democratic exercise around the corner, we as the leading news network of the country believe in delivering viewer centric content and Election Yatra is a leap in that direction. The show will capture the real picture of all key constituencies across the country and present it to our viewers to help them make the right choices.”

     

    Don’t miss the special show from Monday to Friday @ 8.30 PM on CNN-IBN & 7.30 PM on IBN7.

  • Election Prime on CNN-IBN & IBN7

    Election Prime on CNN-IBN & IBN7

    New Delhi:  As we approach the most complex and crucial elections in the history of India, India’s leading general news channels CNN-IBN & IBN7 are ready to provide their viewers a programming line-up which will be extensive. In order to enable viewers to understand even the minutest nuances, CNN-IBN and IBN7 present Election Prime, an exclusive band during the evening prime time which will have comprehensive elections programming.

     

    The network believes that elections are a celebration of democracy hence through its diverse and unique election based programming it aims to reach out to the most critical fragment of elections – the common man. Fronted by IBN Network’s best known anchors, journalists and experts, this exclusive band on CNN-IBN and IBN7 will offer a range of and variety of shows. From the most scientific poll studied to the most detailed profiling of key leaders, special documentaries, extensive polling and counting day coverage to interesting trivia – our programming package will provide an unmatched overview to the viewers.

     

    Rajdeep Sardesai, Editor-in-Chief, CNN-IBN, IBN7 & IBN-Lokmat, said, “This election season, we at IBN Network are all set with our diverse and extensive line up of election programming. Our prime focus is to provide each and every aspect of elections to the viewers so as to empower them to make informed decisions. We are positioning Election Prime as the single window for our viewers to get all relevant information pertaining to General Elections 2014.”

    ELECTION PRIME:-

    CNN-IBN: 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM

    IBN7: 7:30 PM to10:30PM

  • CNN-IBN & IBN7 launch Open Mike on 10th March

    CNN-IBN & IBN7 launch Open Mike on 10th March

    MUMBAI: With the announcement of General Elections 2014, the spotlight is now on the voters who will play an important role in the entire process. In an effort to provide a platform to them on what they think about various socio-political issues and how they want to get them addressed, CNN-IBN & IBN7 are launching a unique initiative called Open Mike on 10th March, 2014. This one-of-its-kind initiative will give the common citizens an opportunity to voice their concerns, grievances, opinions and expectations from the upcoming General Elections at a scale that has never been seen before.

    Everyday a question revolving around the key political issues, opinions and policies will be put on–air as well as on the network’s various online and social media properties. ‘Open Mike’ will travel across pre-selected locations in 17 major cities across the country and capture bytes from people on the said question. Selected responses will be aired as special segments in the newswheel throughout the day on both the channels. In addition to this, a special half-hour show will also go on-air Mon-Thu at 10:30pm on CNN-IBN. Viewers would also be able to submit their videos, responses on the channel’s various web and social media interfaces.

    Speaking on the launch of this initiative, Rajdeep Sardesai, Editor-in-Chief, IBN Network, said, “CNN-IBN and IBN7 have always followed a legacy of inclusive journalism. Taking this legacy forward at a very significant time in India, we have come up with the initiative ‘Open Mike’ to enable our common citizens to fully exercise their right to express their views and expectations from the government and help shape the future of our country.”

    Don’t miss this special starting from Monday, March 10th only on CNN-IBN & IBN7.

     

  • CNN-IBN & IBN7 bring you Open Mike

    CNN-IBN & IBN7 bring you Open Mike

    MUMBAI: As we approach the most crucial elections in the history of India, CNN-IBN and IBN7, with its legacy of inclusive journalism, recognize the role of the common citizen and the need to empower them with a voice. The channels have come up with a unique initiative called Open Mike that will give the masses a platform to voice their concerns, grievances, opinions, expectations from the upcoming General Election at a scale that has never been seen before.

    Everyday a question revolving around key political issues, opinions, policies, reactions to proposals will be put forward on–air and on the network’s various online and social media properties. CNN-IBN and IBN7 will travel across different cities, to pre-selected locations, and capture the views and opinions from various people on the said question for an on-air play-out. Viewers will also be enabled to submit their videos, responses on the channel’s various web and social media interfaces. The property will get extensive play on the channels with special shows and segments through the day through the entire period of elections. The key motive behind this initiative is to empower the common man and enable them to actively participate in the discourse on Elections.

    Speaking about the initiative, Rajdeep Sardesai, Editor-in-Chief, IBN Network, said, “CNN-IBN and IBN7 have always followed a legacy of inclusive journalism. Taking this legacy forward at a very significant time in India, we have come up with the initiative ‘Open Mike’ to enable our common citizens to fully exercise their right to express their views and expectations from the government and help shape the future of our country.”

    Don’t miss this special series starting from Monday, March 10th only on CNN-IBN & IBN7.