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  • Sometimes people reveal their true position by mistake’: S. Jaishankar on Rahul Gandhi’s praise for China’s BRI

    Sometimes people reveal their true position by mistake’: S. Jaishankar on Rahul Gandhi’s praise for China’s BRI

    Mumbai: Union external affairs minister S. Jaishankar in the upcoming episode of ‘Aap Ki Adalat’ took a swipe at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for praising China for the Belt and Road (BRI) initiatives in Brussels while the G20 summit was being held in India. In a candid conversation with India TV chairperson and editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma, S. Jaishankar said ‘sometimes people reveal their true position by mistake’.

    S. Jaishankar, who will appear on the show this Saturday, a week after the successful G20 Summit, said that the timing of the comment was unfortunate. Replying to Gandhi’s urge for an ‘alternate vision’ to China’s coercive production model, Jaishankar says, “Look at the timing. India is organising the greatest event in history, where we should all come together and appreciate it, yet at that time, he is going out and condemning the country.”

    “Sometimes people reveal their true positions by mistake. Like when he praised the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) when it passes through the Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). However, he refrained from stating that it infringes India’s sovereignty and territorial integrity,” he added.

    Speaking about the Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, he stated that PoK is an integral part of India and will remain so. He added that, “We have inherited the problem of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir” and it is difficult to say what will happen in the future. The former foreign secretary turned politician, also shared some inside details of the G20 summit and how India successfully gained consensus on the G20 Delhi declaration. Additionally, he explained how it would help the world at large and open doors of new opportunities.

    Renowned for his articulate and strategic communication skills in the world of international relations, EAM Jaishankar also touched upon several topics of international importance.

    In Rajat Sharma’s headline-making program ‘Aap Ki Adalat’, he spoke about Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), India’s ties with China, the rising Khalistan movement in Canada and India’s United Nations Security Council (UNSC) permanent membership.

    The union minister also shared his journey from a diplomat to a cabinet minister. This episode of the ‘Aap Ki Adalat’ will be aired on India TV on Saturday at 10 PM and repeated on Sunday at 10 AM and 10 PM.

  • Barc Wk 39 – Wk 42: News18 India maintains pole position in news genre

    Barc Wk 39 – Wk 42: News18 India maintains pole position in news genre

    Mumbai: News18 India has strengthened its leadership in the field. According to the most current Barc data for Wk 39 to 42, Aaj Tak, which has slipped to the fourth spot in the viewership statistics, is 29 per cent behind the channel.

    According to Barc data (market share per cent 24 hrs TG:15+, India, Wk 39-42’22, All Day), News18 India accounts for 15.9  per cent, followed by TV9 Bharatvarsh at 13.6 per cent, India TV and Aaj Tak both accounting for 12.3  per cent each.

    According to Barc data (market share per cent, 6 p.m. to 12 a.m., TG:15+ HSM, Wk 39-42, All days), News18 India maintained its dominant position in the highly sought-after prime time slot, capturing a staggering 16.5 per cent market share. TV9 Bharatvarsh managed 14.8 per cent of the market, while India TV, Republic Bharat, and Aaj Tak each maintained a 12.3 per cent share.

    The most prestigious time slot in the national Hindi news genre, between 9 p.m. and 10 p.m., has also been maintained by News18 India, where Kishore Ajwani’s show tops Rajat Sharma’s show on India TV and Sudhir Chaudhary’s show on Aaj Tak.

    While News18 India dominated the news segment with 18.7 per cent market share, India TV managed 16.2 per cent, followed by Republic Bharat with 15 per cent and Aaj Tak with 13.6 per cent, respectively, as per Barc data (market share per cent, 2100-2200 hrs, TG:15+ HSM, week 39-42’22, Mon-Fri).

    According to the weekly report, News18 India has been outperforming the top general entertainment channels (GEC) in terms of reach.

    The channel claims that News18 brands have been gaining strong traction even online, with their views rising rapidly across YouTube and other social media platforms.

    To stay well ahead of the competition and maintain its distinctively tailored content for the audience, News18 has made significant investments in technology and editorial resources.

  • India TV’s Rajat Sharma wins ‘Media Icon 2022 from India Award’ in London

    India TV’s Rajat Sharma wins ‘Media Icon 2022 from India Award’ in London

    Mumbai: At a glittering ceremony in London, India TV chairman and editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma was conferred with the Media Icon of 2022 from India Award by World Consulting & Research Corporation (WCRC).

    The event was organised by WCRCINT & WCRC leaders at the House of Lords in the Palace of Westminster and The Carisbrooke Hall at Victory Services Club, London.

    India TV managing director Ritu Dhawan was conferred with the World’s Best Leader 2022 award, while India TV was identified as the World’s Best Brand 2022 for being the most credible and meaningful source of information.

    In the presence of industry experts, corporate stalwarts, and luminaries, more than 50 best global companies and individuals were honoured.

    India TV is the nation’s leading Hindi news channel and has consistently topped the news charts. Its success has been possible due to its fast-paced consistency and credibility in reporting events that take place in India and the rest of the world.

    Rajat Sharma, one of the pioneers of TV journalism in India, has been leading India TV from the front with his two most popular shows, the longest-running TV show, Aap Ki Adalat, and the daily prime-time news show, Aaj Ki Baat. A Padma Bhushan awardee, Rajat Sharma has been grilling political leaders, prime ministers, film stars, godmen, and artists for the last 27 years, while his prime-time show Aaj Ki Baat encapsulates the happenings of the day in a fast-paced format.

    Dhawan is the livewire behind-the-scenes person who has been directing the Aap Ki Adalat show since its inception in 1993. Apart from her onerous responsibilities in management, she has been the brain behind the new look of the India TV channel, heading the massive team effort between anchors, producers, reporters, camerapersons, graphics designers, video editors, and programmers, lending panache to the overall news telecast.

  • India TV expands its global footprint; enters in UAE on eLife

    India TV expands its global footprint; enters in UAE on eLife

    Mumbai: India TV has expanded its global footprint by launching itself on eLife, the UAE’s premium content platform from Etisalat. The channel is available on eLife Asiana packages: eLife Asiana, Asiana Lite, Asiana Lite, and Asiana Premium, both on IPTV and OTT platforms.

    India TV has appointed NKN Media FZC as its exclusive ad sales and distribution partner in the region. NKN Media will solicit brand partnerships and offer advertising solutions.

    After establishing a leadership position in the Indian television market, this launch in the UAE is a natural step for India TV to expand its international and digital footprint in that direction. The channel is already available in North America and will be soon launched across major other markets with significant diaspora audiences to keep them connected with news back home. The channel is looking to innovate with local content and launch major shows across local time zones to create better affinity for the brand.

    People of the Indian diaspora living in the UAE can watch India TV round the clock for news coverage on India and the rest of the world by connecting through eLife. India TV has shows like Aap Ki Adalat and Aaj Ki Baat, hosted by India TV editor-in-chief and chairman Rajat Sharma. With its nationwide network of journalists, India TV has been telecasting round-the-clock news bulletins, current affairs programmes, and talk shows for the last 18 years.

    Speaking of this initiative, India TV managing director Ritu Dhawan said, “India TV’s aim is to inform and empower global Indians with accurate, in-depth, unfiltered, fact-based journalism without any bias, outrage, or sensationalism, establishing India TV as the best and most trusted place for news. Making India TV available in the UAE is one more step towards our goal.”

  • India TV appoints Puja Sethi as group editor of digital

    India TV appoints Puja Sethi as group editor of digital

    Mumbai: India TV has roped in Puja Sethi as group editor of digital. Sethi, a senior journalist and digital strategist, brings over two decades of rich experience on board. Her last stint was with Zee Digital as a group editor.

    In the past, she has held senior leadership positions at Indiatimes, Jagran New Media, and myUpchar, amongst others. Her career has evolved around broadcast, print, and digital journalism. She is an alumnus of the prestigious Lady Shri Ram College and Miranda House, Delhi University.

    In her role at India TV, she would be responsible for managing the editorial. In addition, she will focus on strategic and innovative solutions and the development of an integrated digital strategy that cuts across paid, social and search.

    On her appointment, India TV managing director Ritu Dhawan said, “We welcome Sethi to the family. We are sure she will add value to India TV’s digital ecosystem and help us attain the predetermined organisational goals.”

    “I am extremely excited to take over the role of spearheading the digital strategy for India TV. I am looking forward to expanding the reach of our digital properties and further expanding the digital portfolio,” said Sethi.

  • India TV’s Group CEO Vinay Maheshwari moves on to explore new professional avenues

    India TV’s Group CEO Vinay Maheshwari moves on to explore new professional avenues

    Mumbai: India TV group CEO Vinay Maheshwari has decided to move on from the news network, according to a company statement. A champion of impact-driven leadership, he believes that the key to growth is to build a formidable team that will drive business and push towards success. During his six-month short-term tenure, Maheshwari has spearheaded the organisation to expand its business, achieve growth and drive profits.

    Vinay who had joined India TV in March 2022, will now move on to explore other professional avenues.

    India TV’s managing director Ritu Dhawan said, “India TV thanks Vinay for the passion and commitment he brought to the company. We appreciate his immense contribution in such a short time. We wish him the best in all his future endeavours.”

    Vinay Maheshwari said, “It was great working with India TV group though for a short tenure. Working with Rajatji and Rituji was a wonderful experience. Enjoyed every bit of it. I wish India TV all the success.”

    He is also an advisor to family-led businesses and helps many organisations to turn around their business. He is skilled in incubating ideas, coaching and innovating.

    Prior to this, he was also associated with Dainik Bhaskar Group and Hindustan Times in leadership positions.

  • Who is winning the hindi news viewership race post-data resumption? A Report on Hindi News Viewership

    Who is winning the hindi news viewership race post-data resumption? A Report on Hindi News Viewership

    Mumbai: News channels in India have always been one of the most talked about genres when it comes to linear television consumption. While cord-cutting has severely affected the viewership of many genres, news has weathered the digital storm firmly. According to TV audience measurement body Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) ‘s data, the viewership of the news genre saw a 27% growth in 2020 compared to 2019. In contrast, the general entertainment channels (GEC) and sports genres experienced a dip in viewership.

    Indiantelevision.com, as part of its newly launched Knowledge Series, presents an in-depth study on the Hindi News Genre.

    Click here to Download the report

  • Rajat Sharma to relinquish the presidentship of NBDA

    Rajat Sharma to relinquish the presidentship of NBDA

    Mumbai: India TV editor-in-chief Rajat Sharma has decided to relinquish the presidentship of the News Broadcasters & Digital Association (NBDA). Currently, ABP Network’s CEO Avinash Pandey has taken over the reins of NBDA. 

    In addition to this, MV Shreyams Kumar will take over as vice president & Anuradha Prasad Shukla will be the new treasurer of the broadcasters association. 

    The NBDA is the country’s largest news broadcasting organisation, representing nearly all of the country’s major news networks.

    In a voluntary decision, Sharma, who has led news broadcasters’ largest body for the last six years, is likely to convey to the board his desire to focus his energies on creating new shows.

    Rajat Sharma is likely to revive his iconic show Aap Ki Adalat soon.

    During his tenure as president of the NBDA, Sharma led the broadcast industry, attempting to make it more accepting of newcomers and promote healthy competition.

    On 13 August 2021, the News Broadcasters Association (NBA), India’s largest body of news broadcasters, changed its name to the News Broadcasters & Digital Association (NBDA).

    The NBDA is committed to editorial standards that ensure objectivity, neutrality, fairness, and accuracy in reporting.

  • Barc week 31-34: News18 India cements top position in the Hindi TV news space with 13.7% market share

    Barc week 31-34: News18 India cements top position in the Hindi TV news space with 13.7% market share

    Mumbai: News18 India has announced that it continued to be the industry leader, cementing its No.1 position in the Hindi TV news space with a market share of 13.7 per cent in week 31-34’22.

    According to Barc data provided to us by News18, Aaj Tak has a market share of 11.8 percent. With a 11.5 percent market share, India TV ranks third.

    News18 said that ever since the Barc ratings have resumed, it has been steadily climbing the viewership charts.

    The channel opened at number three when the Barc ratings resumed in March this year. Over the last four months, the channel has risen steadily to acquire the top position six weeks ago. It has been investing heavily in journalistic resources, along with technology. Even on digital, the brand is garnering solid traction.

    Network18 CEO Hindi cluster Karan Abhishek Singh said, “As per the latest BARC data, we now reach 1.4 crore more viewers than Aajtak on a weekly basis. Our lead in Prime Time has only widened & we are seeing better stickiness for our content across day parts. In the latest ratings, our market share is higher than ABP and Zee News combined. We continue to invest heavily in content & this has resulted in News18 India enjoying continued preference from our viewers.”

    In prime time on weekdays (Wk 34’22, 1800-2400 hrs, TG: 15+, HSM), News18 India is ranked number one in all individual hourly time-bands. Even in (Wk 34’22, 2100-2200 hrs, TG: 15+, HSM) News18 India is leading with a 15.8 per cent share, which is 24 per cent higher than Aaj Tak.

    Additionally, News18 India has retained its No.1 position from 9-10 p.m. News18 India’s Kishore Ajwani show is ahead of India TV’s Rajat Sharma and Aajtak’s star anchor Sudhir Chaudhary.

  • News18 India continues its dominance for four consecutive weeks

    News18 India continues its dominance for four consecutive weeks

    Mumbai: News18 India has cemented its position as the No.1 Hindi channel in the country. The channel has widened its lead over Aaj Tak and India TV.

    According to the Barc ratings released, News18 has secured a 13.1 per cent market share in weeks 29–32, HSM-urban+rural, ahead of Aaj Tak, which stands at 12.0 per cent and India TV at 11.9 per cent.

    In the last few months, News18 India has spruced up its content and programming strategy, coupled with new marketing initiatives.

    Even in primetime hours (1800-2400 hours, TG: 15+, HSM), News18 India has 1.7 per cent more market share than Aaj Tak. News18 India enjoys a 14 per cent market share, as compared to 12.3 per cent for Aaj Tak.

    Network18 Hindi cluster CEO Karan Abhishek Singh said, “It is extremely heartening to note that the viewers continue to place their trust in News18 India. With the channel further strengthening its leadership at the top, the hard work of our teams has been validated.”

    The channel has not only performed well on TV, but its digital audience base has also seen steep growth.