Tag: ITV Network

  • Manoj Jagyasi elevated to Zee Media executive cluster head-sales

    Manoj Jagyasi elevated to Zee Media executive cluster head-sales

    NEW DELHI: Zee Media Corporation Ltd has elevated Manoj Jagyasi as executive cluster head-sales where he will be responsible for aligning the topline responsibilities with bottom numbers of cluster news channels under Zee Media.

    Jagyasi was earlier working as the executive cluster head–revenue for Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd for the past one year. 

    In his expanded role, he will be working on co-creation of content along with keeping news value intact for better monetization opportunities for revenue teams and will also be closely working with the management team from across all verticals, in order to build a future-ready model of digital + television. 

    Jagyasi carries more than 13 years of experience in business development and sales, across industries – television, radio, internet, and FMCG and has been associated with brands like Zee Unimedia Ltd, ETV News Network at TV 18, iTV Network–India News, HUL, and India Today. 

  • iTV Network announces launch of NE News to redefine news experience

    iTV Network announces launch of NE News to redefine news experience

    MUMBAI: iTV Network, India’s fastest growing news and infotainment network in India’s dynamic media sector, today further consolidated its presence in regional news space. iTV network and AM Television has today announced their agreement to launch NE News to redefine news experience for its viewers in north-east at the event held at Hotel Vivanta, Guwahati.

    NE News will be a free to air news channel. It will be available across all the platforms and will have a presence on Cable, DTH and Digital platforms.

    The channel philosophy is to present content that is credible, insightful and positive in nature. It will telecast daily state-specific news bulletins done in the vernacular language of all States. The programming will focus on viz. Regional News (in Assamese, Bengali, Bodo, Nepali, Hindi and English language), Socio-legal shows, News Insights, Talk shows, Cultural shows, Special programming on food, fashion, lifestyle, tourism, music, sports, health and education et al.

    In line with the evolving consumption pattern of news, the channel will not just be limited to television, but will also have a focused approach on social media presence and create a content that focuses on engaging viewers of all age group.

    The existing set of players in the north-east news channel genre includes News Live, DY 365, Protidin Time, News18 Assam, Assam Talks and News Time Assam.

    Kartikeya Sharma, Founder and Promoter of iTV Network, said, “With NE News, iTV network further aims to strengthen its position by targeting the viewers’ in north-east and providing them with differentiated content which cuts through the morass of the market by offering the viewers a ‘different visual culture’ without compromising on basic values. It’ll be a perfect platform for the advertisers to reach to their target audience.”

    Sanjive Narain, Chairman and Managing Director of AM Television said, “The partnership with iTV network is a strong strategic fit, leveraging the two leading companies’ respective strengths, across many areas. With NE News, it is a powerful opportunity for us to significantly expand our presence in north-east region, a vibrant and very important market, and extend it to other parts of India over time.”

  • iTV Network appoints Uma Prabhu as group editor

    iTV Network appoints Uma Prabhu as group editor

    MUMBAI: iTV Network that publishes The Sunday Guardian, India’s finest Sunday newspaper has announced the appointment of Uma Prabhu as the Group Editor.

    Uma has a wealth of leadership experience of over three decades in the news broadcasting. She has a standout track record, result-oriented approach and has a deep understanding of news ecosystem.

    Uma was, until recently, the Group Editor of Zee Media Corporation Limited (ZMCL). She has previously held various senior executive positions with organisations of repute. She has held a range of roles and her responsibilities and portfolios have grown: Correspondent with Stardust, Reporter with The Daily, Senior Reporter with The Times of India, Chief Editor with Popular Prakashan; Editor at Education Times, Group Editor with TOI and as Consultant with Al Sayegh Group of Abu Dhabi.

    In her new role at iTV Network, she will focus on writing articles at The Sunday Guardian, creating content for education, skill development, women affairs, events and IPs for iTV Network channels and its digital platforms.

    Elaborating on the vision that Uma aims to follow in her new role, she said, “It is a tremendous honour and a privilege to have been entrusted with this new role. iTV Network is one of journalism’s great institutions, with an enormously talented staff.

    Speaking on Uma’s new role, Kartikeya Sharma, Founder and Promoter of iTV Network, said, “I’m delighted to welcome Uma into the iTV Network fold. She brings a wealth of experience and a strategic thinking to our publishing. Her flair, intelligence and editorial instincts will be a terrific addition to our brilliant editorial team and bolster our list even further.”

    Uma holds a post-graduate degree in Management (from NIMS) and Journalism (from University of Pune). She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Karnataka University and a diploma in Training and Development from Indian Society of Training and Development, New Delhi.

  • iTV Network appoints R K Arora as director – strategy and planning

    iTV Network appoints R K Arora as director – strategy and planning

    Noida: In an announcement made on Friday by iTV Network, R K Arora joins as director – strategy and planning. Arora has a wealth of leadership experience of around two-and-a-half decades in the news broadcasting, spanning the entire spectrum from strategic vision and planning to execution. He has a standout track record, result-oriented approach and has a deep understanding of news ecosystem.

    Arora was, until recently, the executive director and CEO of Zee Media Corporation Limited (ZMCL). He has previously held various senior executive positions with various media houses of repute viz. News Nation, India News, News 24 and India TV.

    Arora is a Chartered Accountant by profession and has formidable experience in Finance, Distribution, overall operations and formulating strategies for the organization. In his new role at iTV network, he will focus on creating streamlined operating models between cross-functional teams, orchestrating a rhythm of the business system of focus and accountability, and driving efficiencies in go to market activities by streamlining processes and automating work.

    He will report to the network's board.

    Arora is an iTV alumnus, and elaborating on the vision that he aims to follow in his new role at iTV Network, he said, “It is a nice moment to come back to iTV network. With so much change and disruption unfolding in the news industry, this is an opportune time to work with increased focus on growth and innovation, and I am excited to channel my experience and insights from towards overall strategic development and growth of iTV network.”

    Speaking on Arora’s new role with iTV Network, Kartikeya Sharma, Founder and Promoter of iTV Network, said, “His extensive experience across news industry brings a wealth of knowledge and experience on how technology is disrupting and transforming the industry. As iTV network continues to grow in 2019, Arora’s unique insights and expertise will help guide the vision and drive forward our ambitious global growth plans.”

  • iTV Network gives additional charge to Varun Kohli, strengthens senior management team

    iTV Network gives additional charge to Varun Kohli, strengthens senior management team

    MUMBAI: iTV Network on Friday announced strengthening its senior management team with CEO Varun Kohli being handed additional responsibility for print companies.

    Kohli is currently handling India News, NewsX, digital assets and is providing strategic direction, leading teams and strengthening revenues for the organisations. With a professional experience spanning over 25 years, he is a seasoned sales specialist and is credited with creating sustainable business development and management strategies that have increased top and bottom lines and enhanced efficiency in organisations.

    In addition to his existing role, he will be handling The Sunday Guardian and Aaj Samaj, fastest growing and most selling daily newspaper in north India.

    In this endeavor, he will be supported by Rakesh Gopal, National Sales Head – Regional Channels. Gopal is a seasoned media professional with rich experience in media sales. He is presently consolidating the company’s regional channels and now he will be supporting Mr. Kohli in the sales function of the print companies for the efficient growth of the network.   

    Speaking on the new roles and responsibilities, Kartikeya Sharma, Founder and Promoter of iTV Network, said, “We are excited to have Mr. Varun Kohli and Mr. Rakesh Gopal holding their additional responsibilities, each brings extensive and highly relevant industry experience to the table. We are looking forward to leveraging their knowledge and leadership in this expanded role.”

    Kohli on his new role said “it is an opportunity than a challenge and I look forward to achieve growth oriented results. Our print assets, The Sunday Guardian and Aaj Samaj delivers credible, innovative and informative content for our readers.”

    Prior to joining iTV network, Varun was the head of sales for IBN7. His distinguished career includes leadership stints at Amar Ujala, Bennett, Coleman & Company Ltd., Deccan Chronicle, Dainik Bhaskar, Hindustan times and Indian express.

    Varun is a management graduate from SIMS, Ghaziabad and post graduate from YMCA besides being a certified coach from Results Coaching Systems.

  • Celebrate Independence Day with NewsX Special Programme Lineup

    Celebrate Independence Day with NewsX Special Programme Lineup

    MUMBAI: NewsX, India’s leading English news channel by iTV Network brings to its viewers the special programming to celebrate the spirit of freedom on India’s 73 years of Independence.  

    NewsX will be broadcasting live Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s address to the nation from the Red Fort from morning 7:00 am onwards. There will be special guests from the political parties, armed forces, diplomats and economists who will discuss and analyze Prime Minister’s speech from various aspects. 

    Commemorating the Independence Day, the channel has scheduled several national interest programme during the day. There will be a special show ‘NRI Achievers’ at 2:00 pm with renowned NRIs who have achieved recognition globally, the guests will share their success stories. While the nation will celebrate its 73rd independence day, NewsX will explore the meaning of real freedom from today’s youth in a special show ‘Freedom for Millennials’ at 2:30 pm.

    In the evening, NewsX will broadcast Independence Day live programme from the Wagah Border from 5:00 pm onwards, the reporters will cover the special programme with armed forces from ground zero. NewsX team will also be showcasing special Independence Day programme from recently constituted union territory of Ladakh.

    While the channel will be focusing on the spirit of freedom, NewsX will showcase a special feature ‘Kashmir in 7 Decades Doccie’ at 8:00 PM. The programme will showcase various incidence which has happened in the valley since independence and how these incidence have shaped up the lives of the people of Kashmir. There will also be a special segment on the future of Kashmir valley economically post the abrogation of Article 370 and Article 35 A.   

  • iTV Network launches ‘Aakhri Boond’, mega water conservation campaign

    iTV Network launches ‘Aakhri Boond’, mega water conservation campaign

    MUMBAI: While the entire urban India is in the grip of water scarcity; several cities in the country have been grappling to the extent of living the “Day Zero”, when all taps in the city go dry for a day. According to government reports, 12 per cent of India’s population is already living the 'Day Zero' scenario and by the year 2020, major cities like Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad and others will reach zero ground water levels and denying over 100 million people access to drinking water as a consequence.

    The enormity of the water scarcity can be gauged by the fact that the Union government recently formed a new Jal Shakti (water) ministry, which aims at tackling water issues with a holistic and integrated perspective on the subject. The ministry has announced an ambitious plan to provide piped water connections to every household in India by 2024.

    Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has also raised the concern over water crisis in India, iTV Network, India’s fastest growing news and infotainment network launches ‘Aakhri Boond’ ‘every drop counts’(http://www.aakhriboond.com/), an initiative to reach out to the last foothold of the country through all the platforms to sensitize and educate citizens about water conservation. 

    Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, during his radio speech on ‘Mann Ki Baat’ has given a clarion call to the citizens of the country to join hands to save water this monsoon. In this endeavor, Shri Narendra Modi is also seeking contribution from media too, being a responsible news network, iTV Network launched ‘Aakhri Boond’ – the first of its kind and the biggest water conservation initiative in the country.

    Speaking about the campaign, Mr Kartikeya Sharma, Founder & Promoter, iTV Network says, “Water conservation is the need of the hour, with the current situation, every drop needs to be treated as last, it becomes imperative for every one of us to take it with utmost seriousness.  Aakhri Boond is a mission to educate people about water crisis conservation solutions and we are dedicated to fulfill it.” Further, he added about the campaign and says “The campaign would expand rapidly and will open up a whole new range of opportunities such as water conservation and recycling.”

    For the campaign, Mrs Aishwarya Sharma, Chairperson, iTV Foundation, says “I pledge to provide all my support for Aakhri Boond campaign, which targets water conservation and recycling of water as Aakhri Boond aims to be the hope for the coming generation.”  

    In a report on the Composite Water Management Index (CWMI)  released by the Niti Aayog in 2018, by 2030, the country's water demand is projected to be twice the available supply, implying severe water scarcity for hundreds of millions of people and an eventual six per cent loss in the country's GDP. Also, as per a UN report, about 377 million Indians lived in urban areas in 2015 and by the year 2030, the urban population is expected to rise to 590 million. The rise in population coupled with unabated groundwater pumping rapid industrialisation, almost 54 per cent of India faced high to extremely high water crisis. According to government report, 70 percent of water in India is contaminated and every year at least 2 lakh people die due to water-related diseases.

    During the 360-degree pan-India campaign of Aakhri Boond, iTV Network will sensitize and educate people across pan-India about conservation of water reservoirs, present situation of depleting state of water and adopting steps to save water. iTV network, will be doing a series of activities and programmes on water conservation on multiple platforms including print, electronic and digital media with its millions of viewers. The specialised content will be focused on the seriousness of the water crisis, methods of water conservation, rivers of India and the role models and success stories to establish that it is possible to bring change if all decisively act.

    The campaign will focus upon creating awareness to showcase the ground reality and further focus upon sensitizing towards providing solutions and the partnerships between stakeholders to mitigate the situations. iTV Network will also reach out to the masses at a national level and create a community which is aware and is acting towards improvement of the situation.

  • India News Rajasthan Hosts Golden Prescription Conclave & Awards in Jaipur

    India News Rajasthan Hosts Golden Prescription Conclave & Awards in Jaipur

    Jaipur: India News Rajasthan, the leading Hindi regional news channel of iTV Network today organised Golden Prescription Conclave & Awards to recognise the contributions of those front runners and acknowledge the excellence of medical marvels, who did tremendous work for the growth of the healthcare sector in Rajasthan.

    The event held at Jhalana Officers Institute, Jaipur was graced by Dr. Raghu Sharma, Hon’ble Minister of Medical and Health, Govt. of Rajasthan. During the event, Dr. Sharma felicitated the medical practitioners with Golden Prescription Awards.

    In an exclusive session with Dr. Raghu Sharma, Hon’ble Minister of Medical and Health, Govt. of Rajasthan, Dr. Sharma said “I would like to congratulate India News Rajasthan for conducting the health conclave for our medical fraternity, we are proud of our state doctors who have been providing their services even in interior parts of the state too.” Futher, he said  “Today, private and government medical colleges have increased in the state and we are also planning to start 15 more new colleges.” He further added that, the government is taking adequate steps for better health facilities in the state. On the Right to Health, he said,“Rajasthan will become the first state to implement Right To Health, our government will get this done soon, also free medicines for chronic diseases like cancer and Tuberculosis will be provided by our government under the free medicine scheme.”

    India News Rajasthan showcased truly inspiring individuals, who have soared beyond personal gains and have contributed to the field of medicine and healthcare. During the conclave, several senior medical practitioners from Rajasthan. 

    The health conclave hold some important interactive sessions on various health issues including- Right to Healthcare, Bridging the gap between patient and Doctors, The challenge of new viruses, Performance pressure on children and youth, Gutka and Alcohol problem in society, The awareness and importance of HPV vaccine, The need for change in lifestyles of doctors. 

    During the inaugral session on Right to Healthcare, attended by Dr SS Agarwal, Dr MR Jain, and Advocate Surya Pratap Singh, the panelists discussed about the government initiative to make an act for civilian targeting their health. While speaking, Dr M R Jain says “India has become diabetic capital and suggested that the government should create an awareness about the disease.” While, Dr SS Agarwal says “India needs to raise its expenditure for health services.”

    In another session on ‘the Virus Menace- New and Deadly Virus, challenges and cure’, was attended by Dr Jai Kishan Mittal and Dr Vinod Joshi. The doctors discussed about the deadly viruses of Swine Flu and Encephelitis.  “Rapid growth of influenza viruses occurs during the winter and monsoon season.” Said Dr. Mittal, while Dr Joshi said about the Swine Flu incidents “Vaccination is the best solution for the prevention of Swine Flu, the patients with low immunity usually gets effected with the swine flu disease. Patients kin  should be careful while attending them to avoid further spread.”

    In the next session on women issues – Pink Ribbon Culture and HPV Vaccine was attended by Dr. Veena Acharya, Dr Taruchaya Bansal, Dr Vinita Patni and Dr Raj Kumari Somani. While speaking the female doctors discussed on how HPV vaccine can eradicate cervical cancer from the world. During the session, the doctors also discussed on the awareness generation about the vaccine. The session also educate women on the causes and prevention of breast cancer and pink ribbon culture. 

    The next sesssion was about Performance pressure amongs youth, children and professionals. The session was attended by Dr RK Solanki and Dr Lalit Batra. While speaking, Dr Solanki said “Stress reaction is common these days amongs people due to performance pressure, this can cause mental and physical disorder.” While, Dr Batra said, “Todays generation is doing a rat race to prove themselves in every field, which results in an increase in performance pressure.” The session addresses the need of life skills and management amongst youth. Dr Batra further added, “Instead of stress people should be motivated for an increase in performace skills.”

    The next session was about the horror of the ill effects of Gutka, Tobacco and Alcohol, the session was attended by Dr Anil Tambi, Dr Pawan Singhal and Dr Rajesh Gupta.  The doctors discusses the harmful effects of tobacco for human beings. Dr. Gupta said “Families and relatives play an important role in rehabilation process of the tobacco and alcohol addicted person.”  

    The last session holds an important discussion on bridging the gap on increasing trend of MisTrust and distance between patient and doctor, the session was attended by Dr Dinesh Mathur, Dr Naresh Somani and Dr Tarun Patni. While speaking Dr Patni said “Media plays an important role in showing the positive role of doctors.” While Dr. Mathur says, “Doctors were earlier being compared with gods but in recent times the mistrust has increased between the patinet and doctors, this needs to be stopped with the help of media and government.” 

    The health conclave followed by the distribution of Golden Prescription awards in multiple categories ranging from cardiology, Dermatology, ENT, Gastro, Gynaecology, Neurology, Psychiatry and Oncology. 

  • India News Launches, ‘Vivaad Par Samvaad, Weekend Discussion Show

    India News Launches, ‘Vivaad Par Samvaad, Weekend Discussion Show

    New Delhi: India News, one of the leading Hindi news channel by iTV Network launches, ‘Vivaad Par Samvaad’, a weekend show anchored by Ms. Priya Sahgal, Senior Executive Editor. The show aims at highlighting the current socio-political scenario in India.

    The show will be telecasted on every Saturday at 8:30 PM and on Sunday at 10:30 AM.     

    The weekend show is focused upon some important political and social issues on which a panel on eminent guests will hold a discussion and voice their opinion. The differentiating factor of the show is the unorthodox format as opposed to the regular studio chats with loud voices.   Every weekend, ‘Vivaad Par Samvaad’ will raise a topic from the field of Politics, Current Affairs, Sports, Entertainment and other major stories of the week.  

    Unlike other studio debates, the show will get informed opinions with new outlook on the table and at the end of the show, the anchor gives his unbiased opinion to conclude the show.

    Watch “Vivaad Par Samvaad” on every Saturday at 8:30 PM and Sunday at 10:30 AM on India News

  • India News appoints Dinesh Gautam as executive editor

    India News appoints Dinesh Gautam as executive editor

    MUMBAI: India News of iTV Network has appointed Dinesh Gautam as its new executive editor. Prior to joining the organisation, he worked with ETV Bharat as editor for five Hindi news channels.

    Gautam has been in the TV news industry for two decades. He commenced his career in 2001 at Zee Media as principal correspondent and anchor. After almost three years of his stint with the organisation, he made a move in 2005 as deputy editor senior anchor at Sahara Samay.

    After almost a decade, in 2015, he joined Broadcast Initiatives Ltd—HDIL as deputy editor senior anchor. After gaining eleven months of experience with the company, he switched to JK 24×7 news channel as executive director senior anchor. Later, after a span of six months, he served Moonlight films and Theatre Studio in 2017, as creative director.