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India Inc and Republic TV join hands to present IGF-London ’21

Mumbai: India Inc and Republic Media Network have come together to broadcast the coveted India Global Forum’s (IGF) flagship event from 29 June to 1 July. IGF, organised from London as a hybrid event, will bring together the premier political and business leaders to set the vision and ambition for the post-pandemic world. It will highlight the theme of ‘Future Now – Radical Actions for the Post-Pandemic Ara’.

The event will host 200-plus high-profile speakers and participants from over 50 countries across the globe.

A high-powered lineup of eminent speakers includes senior Indian cabinet ministers Dr S Jaishankar (External Affairs), Nirmala Sitharaman (Finance), and Piyush Goyal (Commerce), Nitin Gadkari (Transport), and Smriti Irani (Women, Textiles). Senior ministers and former leaders from the UK have also endorsed their participation – UK chancellor of the exchequer Rishi Sunak, UK first secretary of state and secretary of state for foreign, commonwealth and development affairs Dominic Raab, UK home secretary Priti Patel, Institute for Global Change ED & former UK PM, Tony Blair have also signed on the roster.

Michael Bloomberg (Entrepreneur; climate change activist and New York’s ex-mayor), World Health Organisation (WHO) director-general Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus and General David H. Petraeus (KKR Global Institute ex-CIA Director), and Isha Foundation founder Sadhguru are also part of the star-studded line-up.

In keeping with the #FutureNow central theme, the sessions of the forum have been broadly divided across the sessions including climate action, digital future, global business, economic recovery, health & health-tech, securing supply chains, and global leadership.

A series of power-packed sessions will cover every aspect of India’s ubiquitous role in ensuring the ‘build back better’ goals of the world’s leading economies are in harmony with India’s growth ambitions.

London headquartered India Inc Group, founder and CEO, Manoj Ladwa said, “This year’s India Global Forum brings with it a sense of urgency and impatience about the radical actions needed now to shape a post-pandemic World. It is where the big global issues of climate change, economic recovery, and opportunity, digital transformation, and tackling new age imperialist and fundamentalist threats get debated.”

“This is the biggest and most impactful gathering on India’s globalisation anywhere in the World. It is where the enterprise of a business leader meets the power of a politician; the curiosity of a scientist meets the ingenuity of an engineer; the wisdom of experience meets the impatience of ambition. It is quite simply where India meets the world, and the world meets India. We are therefore thrilled by this partnership with Republic TV in India that will take the ideas and ambitions of the Forum to the widest possible audience,” he said.

“At Republic, we see great potential in the coming together of two great democracies: the UK and India. We believe that with an exchange of ideas and collaboration of minds, this transformative relationship has a game-changing future,” MD and editor-in-chief Arnab Goswami said, whose Republic TV is the exclusive broadcast partner for IGF in India. “The purpose is to come together to ideate at this global forum on common geo-strategic, geo-political and economic interests. The level of discourse, the profile of the panels, and the global outlook of this forum is going to make it a remarkable event.”

June 29, 2021
Republic rolls out new mobile news website

KOLKATA: Republic Media Network has now rolled out a new, game-changing and disruptive mobile news website. The rollout marks the Network’s successful implementation of the first phase of remodeling and redefining the digital news space. The all-new Republic World experience on mobile comes just days after the Network’s big-bang Bengali channel launch. Republic Bangla has already created a splash with its aggression on non-stop exclusive content, widest news gathering ability and most dynamic news formats

Continuing on its unstoppable path of expansion, the digital pillar of Republic Media Network has just gotten ultra-interactive, uber fast and extremely exciting with all new features and a world-class design. With new and engaging specifications where the user can make the news trend, upvote, and ensure shareability amongst other features, the mobile website of Republic Media Network has introduced a whole new dynamic to how the digital news industry operates.

Speaking on the latest innovations by Republic World, Republic Media Network editor-in-chief Arnab Goswami said, “ I am so proud that just days after we disrupted the Bengali news genre with the launch of Republic Bangla, our teams have delivered this smashing digital news experience on Republic World. The features are mind blowing and will be rolled out in a phased manner to users. The idea was to put the controls back in the hands of the user and that’s exactly what is being delivered by Republic World. I am personally really excited about the interactive elements as it brings me even closer to my audience.”

As part of the on-going phased roll-outs users will be the controller of ‘What is Trending’, and have the tools to curate their own set of stories to revisit later. With this, the digital destination ensures a user-centric digital news experience that is unparalleled in India. With a sleek, refreshed and energetic design, smooth technology and ease of navigation, the website delivers a fast and content rich browsing experience. Made for a fast paced on-the-go user, the website has optimized mobile browsing.

Innovative interactivity and cutting-edge technology have come together to make watching, reading and interacting with sections like ‘Arnab Online’ seamless. With exciting new features vis-a-vis interacting with Arnab, users will be closer than ever to India’s most watched anchor.

With interactive features like connecting with Arnab Goswami on ‘Arnab Online’– the Network’s Editor-in-Chief’s only official digital feed– users will be able to join his on-air shows, ask their questions to panelists and have a customised digital viewing experience.

Designed after deep analysis and thorough research, the mobile website has been built for a seamless digital news experience with the fastest load time in the genre. The website is a catch-all of Republic Media Network’s Live Channels in one destination. The user now has the ability to switch channels with ease right with one swipe on the Republic World in different languages.

Republic Media Network continues to lead the news revolution in India. Besides breakthrough innovation and configuration on its digital player Republic World, the Network is fast expanding across regions and languages to emerge as a digital-tech media powerhouse. Currently, on broadcast, the news network has more than 300 million viewers, and this number is all set to boom with the launch of R. Bangla, which is Republic Media Network’s Bengali news channel. A continuing theme that is rooted across all platforms and mediums of the Republic Media Network remains putting the news first, people first and Nation First.

The phased rollout of Republic World’s new-age digital news experience affirms the networks commitment to its users to disrupt the genre and they know it and will continue as Republic World pilots even more exciting features and innovations in the weeks to come.

March 9, 2021
ARNAB GOSWAMI ANNOUNCES THAT R. BANGLA WILL BE LIVE FROM TOMORROW, MAKING IT THE FASTEST NEWS TELEVISION LAUNCH

Mumbai: Republic Media Network’s Editor-in-Chief Arnab Goswami is proud to formally announce the launch of Republic Bangla– the Network’s hugely-awaited Bengali news channel. Republic Bangla will go live on-air on 7th March 2021 at 8 am.

From 8 am on Sunday, the channel will beam LIVE across all cable operators, MSOs, DTH platforms and on digital feeds. The Network also released details of the channel numbers that Republic Bangla will be available on, across platforms. The Network also urged its viewers to contact their service providers and send a whatsapp to 7004698699 should encounter any trouble with regard to viewing the channel.

Making the announcement, Republic Media Network’s Editor-in-Chief said, “The Republic Bangla launch has been a turnkey project for the entire Republic Media Network with a record 65 day execution span. This launch is a result of the combined will, passion, determination, grit and hard work of the best professionals in the news media industry. I am so proud.”

“Never before in news media has a channel been possibly launched so swiftly. The launch is a testament to the drive of my colleagues at Republic Media Network. I am proud and humbled that India’s biggest news network will be broadcasting in three languages from tomorrow morning,” Goswami added.

Republic Bangla has already become one of the largest news organisations in West Bengal having recruited over 300 employees in 60 days. With reporting crews in every district of West Bengal, Republic Bangla will have the widest ground presence and deepest news gathering ability in the Bengali news genre from the day of launch.

Republic Bangla has pledged to disrupt the Bengali news genre with breakaway formats, deep investigative stories, breaking news wheels and campaign-style journalism for causes that matter to the people.

The Network’s Editor-in-Chief Arnab Goswami will be anchoring ‘Jabab Chay Bangla’ in his signature debate format with innovations and additions – an announcement which has already generated a lot of excitement and anticipation amongst viewers ahead of launch.

Republic Bangla’s tagline “Kotha hobey chokhe chokh rekhe” has resonated with the people of Bengal and become a chant all over the world. The Tsunami of support has only pushed Republic Media Network further to deliver content and news in a way that has never been done before in the Bengali-news media space.

With Republic Bangla, the Network embarks on an endeavour to bring in a new era of Bengali journalism that is fearless, unhindered by agendas and uncompromising on the truth.

Republic Media Network is bound by the principles of seeking accountability of the powerful, reportage for the citizen, putting India first, and being uncompromisingly & unflinchingly nationalistic. This promise to put people first and the quest for the truth will carry forward with Republic Bangla.

“We are grateful for the trust that has been bestowed upon us both by the people of Bengal as well as our supporters across the world. Your faith in Republic Bangla has been overwhelming. I, on behalf of my entire team, assure you that this channel is here to disrupt and bring in a new wave of journalism. Republic Bangla pledges to millions of Bengali viewers across the world that it will put Nation First & News First,” Arnab Goswami said.

Republic Bangla will be Republic Media Network’s third channel in three years, and its foray into the regional broadcast news-media space. Republic TV launched in May 2017 and became the number 1 channel from the very first week. In February 2019, Republic Bharat was launched and soon became the Nation’s number 1 Hindi news channel. In addition to a broadcast channel in multiple regional channels, Republic Media Network has also annoyed its plan of launching a global media news channel.

March 6, 2021
Republic Media Network set to foray into Bengali market

KOLKATA: Republic Media Network is set to expand its operation in Bengali language, marking its first regional foray. According to sources, the news network will also have a broadcast operation in the market along with its website.

The network has already started hiring journalists in West Bengal. It recently shared a post on its timeline for the same.

“We are the fastest growing news brand in the country. We will expand into various language markets either with linear or digital and in some markets both. There is a huge demand for Republic in West Bengal. Arnab and all of us in key management team are keenly evaluating and look forward to launching across markets starting with East,” Republic Media Network CEO Vikas Khanchandani said.”

However, he did not divulge any details on timeline of the launch.

The network also strengthened its online presence by launching a Hindi news portal in October this year.

Read more: Republic Media expands presence in online news space, launches in Hindi language

Earlier in a virtual fireside chat hosted by Indiantelevision.com, Republic TV editor-in-chief Arnab Goswami said that the broadcaster will be operating in six languages, including its existing English and Hindi portfolio, by March 2021.

The expansion comes amid troubled times at the channel, which is embroiled in the high-profile TRP gaming scandal. Several employees and leaders in the upper echelons of the Republic have been called in for questioning by the police in connection to the case; several arrests were also made. Meanwhile, Goswami, essentially the face of the channel, also has his hands full with the abetment to suicide case filed against him by Maharashtra police. The newsman was arrested and remanded in judicial custody for 10 days, before being granted interim bail by the Supreme Court.

December 11, 2020
TRP scam: Republic TV’s Priya Mukharjee granted anticipatory bail

NEW DELHI: A Mumbai court on Friday granted anticipatory bail to Republic TV COO Priya Mukharjee in the alleged TRP manipulation case.

The sessions court directed Mukharjee to appear before the concerned police station once every week. In case Mukharjee is arrested, she can be released on bail bond of Rs 50,000, the court added.

She was taken into custody on 19 November and was later granted transit bail by the Karnataka high court as she was in Bengaluru and was apprehending arrest by the Mumbai police.

The high court had granted bail for a period of 20 days within which period Mukharjee was asked to approach the concerned jurisdictional court for further relief. Later, she moved the sessions court for anticipatory bail.

A few weeks ago, Republic TV editor-in-chief Arnab Goswami was also arrested and was later released on bail after a gap of nearly 10 days. Republic TV has been urging the courts to transfer the investigation to CBI.

Mumbai police unearthed the fake ratings scam on 8 October after rating agency Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) filed a complaint through Hansa Research Group, alleging that certain television channels were rigging TRP numbers. Hansa had been tasked with installing barometers, which record viewership data at sample households.

Mumbai police commissioner Param Bir Singh then claimed that Republic TV and two Marathi channels — Box Cinema and Fakt Marathi – were involved in manipulating TRPs.

Since then several arrests have been made in the case and there have been legal developments both within and outside of the courtroom.

December 11, 2020
Republic Media expands presence in online news space, launches in Hindi language

MUMBAI: Republic Media Network has announced its expansion into Hindi news in the digital space with the launch of Republic Bharat’s online platform. It aims to become the leader in Hindi news on digital platforms.

Republic Bharat aims to redefine content on digital for users in the Hindi audience and will operate with the same philosophy of ‘Rashtra ke naam.’ Among its differentiators, the digital platform will focus on news and breaking it to its viewers first while also aiming to change the way video content is created and consumed for the digital audience.

Republic Media Network Group CEO Vikas Khanchandani said that this is Republic’s first big step into Indian languages and the start of the network’s overall project of doing news in every Indian language.

"We want to leverage the growth of Republic Bharat and popularity within the digital ecosystem. Our English content business has scaled up tremendously and we are looking forward to adding 100 million MAU’s to our digital offerings," Khanchandani added.

Digital EVP and business head Devinder Gupta said, “We enter the Hindi digital market and will shortly plan for our venture into other regional languages as well. With the Hindi digital platform we will be expanding our digital reach into India, catering to a much larger audience across the country."

Republic Bharat’s digital wing will operate out of a newly-constructed digital newsroom in Noida. The process of hiring its teams for Bharat’s digital expansion is already underway. A 20,000 square feet space has been undertaken, and over 100 people are in the process of being hired.

Much like its digital English news destination, the bharat.republicworld.com platform will be doing news across verticals with pace and depth in Hindi. On the digital Hindi news platform, plans to publish 1000 stories per day and reach 100 million unique users in the near future.

Republicworld.com claims that it has witnessed 34 per cent month on month growth in the past year, and has broken into the top five players in the genre.

The network’s aggressive expansion into Hindi news on digital will definitely challenge the present status-quo and presently-insipid nature of the genre.

Republic Bharat’s expansion comes ahead of the network’s intent to grow into regional languages in the near future

October 27, 2020
BARC fires back at Republic for misrepresenting private emails

KOLKATAT: The TRP rigging tale has developed a new twist with BARC India expressing disappointment over Republic Network’s action in in making public, private and confidential communications between the agency and the newscaster and misrepresenting the same. Earlier in the day, Republic Media had come out with a statement claiming that the TV measurement body has no complaints against it.

“BARC India reiterates that it has not commented on the ongoing investigation and without prejudice to BARC India’s rights, it expresses its dismay at the actions of the Republic Network,” the ratings body has said in a release issued a short while ago.

The news network had in its statement issued a few years back revealed that Republic CEO Vikas Khanchandani has in his possession an official email from BARC in which it has said “there is not a single complaint or malpractice found against Republic TV, Republic Bharat or any other affiliate of the news network.”

Republic had crowed that the email “crumbles the pack of lies floated and repeated over the last nine days by Param Bir Singh and a section of the media.”

According to Republic Media, it received an email from BARC India on 17 October 2020, in which the agency stated that: “If there was any disciplinary action initiated under the said code against M/s ARG Outlier Media Private Ltd., then BARC India would have communicated the same to you along with necessary documents for your response.”

In response to the network’s claim, BARC has not only voiced its discontent with the statement but also reiterated that it is providing necessary assistance to the law enforcement agency, namely the Mumbai Police.

October 18, 2020
Bhaskar Das made chief strategy officer for Republic Media Network

NEW DELHI: Republic TV has elevated Bhaskar Das to the role of chief strategy officer, from his role as group president, channel founder MD and editor-in-chief Arnab Goswami confirmed to Indiantelevision.com in an exclusive fireside chat moderated by its founder, CEO, and editor-in-chief Anil Wanvari.

The elevation is a part of Goswami’s bigger plans to give the reigns of major company roles in the sales and distribution space to his team, so he can focus more on his editorial responsibilities.

Additionally, group CFO S Sundaram has been handed over the additional responsibilities as the new group president. He has played a key role in sorting the financial dealings for the group during the recent buyout of shares by Goswami.

A few weeks earlier, Repbulic had also announced the elevation of Hersh Bhandari and Priya Mukherjee to COOs.

Bhandari who was earlier serving as EVP (revenue) was handed over the responsibility to manage Republic Bharat as COO and Mukherjee, who was serving as president, distribution and international revenue was made COO–distribution, international revenue and OTT.

Goswami mentioned, “I have faith in my people. I think they'll do a great job and I think it was the right time for them to fly solo on their own so I can go back to what I wanted to do, after all. I didn't start Republic to sit into account and do sales. I think I'll be very free now and fantastic.”

September 8, 2020
What’s in the world of Arnab Goswami?

NEW DELHI: Some might revere him as one of the most prominent and successful journalists of modern times, who revamped the English News genre in India while some might be critical of his loud anchoring style and his way of handling prime time debates, but none can ignore him when he comes on screen. The favourite fodder of the meme police and the managing director and editor-in-chief of Republic Media Network, one of the top news networks in India, Arnab Goswami is nothing short of a phenomenon in himself.

As much as surrounded by controversies as much as he is liked, the journalist has a sharp stance on stories, and he doesn’t hesitate to admit that he holds his own biases too when reporting.

In recent times, he is gaining widespread attention and criticism for his coverage of Sushant Singh Rajput’s death case. To talk more about the same and his journey into the media world, how he is handling criticism, and the many allegations of being a pro-g0vernment journalist, Goswami will sit down for an exclusive virtual fireside chat with Indiantelevision.com founder CEO and editor-in-chief Anil Wanvari, tomorrow 11:30 am.

The live video will be simulcasted on Indiantelevision.com, Tellychakkar.com, and their social media handles.

September 7, 2020
Arnab Goswami steps down from Editors Guild of India

MUMBAI: Republic Media Network’s founding member and editor-in-chief Arnab Goswami has resigned from the membership of Editors Guild of India while anchoring a live debate show. He was discussing the silence by the ‘liberal media' on the lynching of three people in Maharashtra’s Palghar on Monday.

Urging panellists to pause during a live debate, he said: “I have been a member of the Editors’ Guild of India for a long time and I, on live television, resign for its absolute compromise on editorial ethics, for being an organisation for operation only for personal interests.”

He also accused EGI president Shekhar Gupta of leading the “compromise on journalism” for not speaking on incidents like this as well as against the spread of fake news amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

He said: “Shekhar Gupta, whatever remaining credibility of the Editors Guild of India has been destroyed by its abject silence on a series of fake news stories. It has been a self-serving organisation.”

EGI is an association of editorial leaders in India, committed to free, fair and independent journalism. Goswami is one of the members of the Editors Guild of India.

April 21, 2020