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  • NDTV’s board level announcements

    NDTV’s board level announcements

    MUMBAI: News broadcaster NDTV has orchestrated a strategic board recalibration, bringing back heavyweight independent directors for another three-year performance while reshuffling key leadership roles.

    The corporate choreography  features the comeback of three seasoned professionals:

    * Upendra Kumar Sinha, former Seb supremo, returns as independent director and chairperson from 27 March 2025

    * Dipali Balkrishan Goenka, a powerhouse of the home textile universe from the Welspun group, secures her second independent director term

    * Dinesh Kumar Mittal, an administrative service veteran, extends his directorial stint

    Senthil Chengalvarayan’s has decided to transition from  whole-time director to non-executive, non-independent director— because of personal commitments. 

    Sinha, who previously helmed Sebi from 2011 to 2017, brings gravitas, while Goenka—a Forbes-recognised business maverick—adds entrepreneurial spark to the boardroom.

    Mittal, an ex-IAS  officer with a physics doctorate, completes this triumvirate of corporate heavy-hitters, promising continued governance sophistication.

  • NDTV partners with Google leverages data to drive +24 per cent new user growth

    NDTV partners with Google leverages data to drive +24 per cent new user growth

    Mumbai: NDTV news platform, has achieved remarkable success through its innovative partnership with Google, focusing on real-time data insights to refine its content strategy. Recognising the limitations of traditional engagement measurement tools, NDTV went on a mission to develop a data-driven framework aimed at improving the quality and engagement of its published content. This collaboration led to the implementation of a machine learning-based process that allowed NDTV to accurately identify high-performing articles and those needing refinement. By leveraging real-time insights, editors could strategically focus on topics and formats that garnered the highest viewership, optimizing the content strategy to meet audience demands more effectively.

    Within the first quarter of deploying this framework, NDTV witnessed substantial growth. New User Growth increased by 24 per cent, Page Views moved up by 12 per cent, Average Session Duration extended significantly and Bounce Rate improved by 3.7 per cent. These metrics underscore the success of NDTV’s new strategy in attracting and retaining a larger audience, marking a significant milestone in its digital transformation journey.

    NDTV executive director Senthil Chengalvarayan stated, “NDTV is synonymous with trust and excellence in journalism. Our dedication to outstanding content is unwavering. To further enhance our standards, our editorial teams developed a cutting-edge Newsroom Quality Index. Leveraging Google products and other databases, this tool provides near real-time insights, enabling us to continually refine and optimize our articles for greater impact and audience engagement.”

    This initiative not only highlights NDTV’s commitment to journalistic excellence but also showcases the transformative impact of data and machine learning in enhancing content quality and user engagement. The partnership with Google has bolstered NDTV’s digital content strategy, driving significant improvements in website traffic and viewer engagement. (Case Study: https://newsinitiative.withgoogle.com/en-gb/resources/stories/ndtv-leverages-data-and-ml-to-drive-24-new-user-growth/) 

  • The New NDTV Profit is here to break the business news clutter

    The New NDTV Profit is here to break the business news clutter

    Mumbai: The NDTV network has relaunched NDTV Profit, a multiplatform business and financial TV + digital brand, powered by an integrated multi-language newsroom.

    The new NDTV Profit will seamlessly integrate BQ Prime and BQ Prime Hindi, digital platforms for financial news, recognised & awarded globally for an innovative, subscription-first, audience-centric growth strategy. The NDTV Profit brand will consist of three key products: the NDTV Profit TV channel and two digital platforms, one in English (ndtvprofit.com) and the other in Hindi (hindi.ndtvprofit.com).

    Recognising that wealth creation and self-sufficiency are among the top objectives of the new India, NDTV Profit will feature an innovative programming mix that focuses on the financial and investment needs of our audience, both across TV and digital platforms.

    Empowering Indians on their road to prosperity, the key editorial focus will be markets, business, economy, law & policy, personal finance, start-ups, technology, and consumer trends, and will also include politics, health & wellness and lifestyle. NDTV Profit will integrate TV + digital + audio to offer platform-forward formats that bring news, sharp insights & analysis and actionable advice at scale.

    NDTV executive director Senthil Chengalvarayan while expressing his happiness said, “In the digital age, media brands have to become multifaceted platforms that can reach audiences through varied and nuanced forms of storytelling. Through our integrated TV + digital newsroom, delivering content in English & Hindi, powered by a suite of cutting-edge data tools, and next-gen studios with technology-leading AR/VR capabilities, the new, multi-platform NDTV Profit will stand above the clutter.”

    NDTV CEO & editor in chief Sanjay Pugalia said, “As India’s most trusted news brand, we are first and foremost accountable to our audience. As we relaunch NDTV Profit in our quest to help millions of Indians grow wealth in the world’s fastest-growing economy, we recognise that they need more than just a source of information. At NDTV Profit, we aim to be a reliable partner in the investing journey of millions and a chronicler of the nation’s progress. Our editorial philosophy will remain rooted in the principles of prosperity, growth & abundance, anchored by the core tenets of journalism—being progressive, inclusive, diverse and empathetic.”

    Powered by the formidable market-leading reach of the NDTV network with a cumulative audience of 500 million plus across the ecosystem, and with over one lakh premium, paying subscribers joining the brand from BQ Prime, NDTV Profit takes off from a unique position of strength.

    Thanks to the widely distributed bouquet of NDTV network channels, NDTV Profit will reach over 92 per cent of India’s TV Business News Universe from Day One. This is in addition to the brand’s presence across OTT social to IMs to podcast platforms, through a strong and growing network of partners.

    The NDTV Profit relaunch event will be streamed live on Daily Hunt.

     

  • NDTV Rajasthan launches on 5 September

    NDTV Rajasthan launches on 5 September

    Mumbai: NDTV Rajasthan, NDTV’s second regional channel, launches on 5 September 2023.

    The regional channel and website https://rajasthan.ndtv.in/ brings NDTV’s legacy of trust to the ‘land of kings,’ the largest state by area in India.

    NDTV will bring its 35 years of journalism to the state, promising to go beyond politics. Our focus on ground reports will give the public that much-needed voice. Our focus on hyper-local utility news, on issues that matter to the youth, on gender and climate, incisive coverage of the cities and villages, NDTV’s legacy of covering elections from the ground and intelligent analysis gives the regional channel a global touch. Our channel will focus on the rich cultural diversity of the state, its history, music, dance, entrepreneurship and language.

    NDTV’s executive director and editor-in-chief Sanjay Pugalia reiterated the company’s commitment to journalism of trust.

    “Our decision to go regional stems from our desire to provide hyper-local, relevant news to people living in Rajasthan. Our reporters and stringers will ensure no region, city or village feels alienated from the capital.”

    Adding to the sentiment, NDTV’s executive director Senthil Chengalvarayan added, “The launch of NDTV Rajasthan comes at a time when news has increasingly become limited to politics and not much else. We want to change  this  and ensure  every citizen of Rajasthan feels that their voice matters.”

    NDTV Rajasthan will be available on leading local cable and DTH networks.

    Follow and subscribe to our handles:

    On Youtube: @NDTVRajasthan
    On Twitter: @NDTV_Rajasthan
    On Facebook: @NDTVRajasthanOfficial

    NDTV Rajasthan and NDTV Madhya Pradesh-Chhattisgarh mark the beginning of NDTV’s foray into regional news, with many more launches planned in the next few months.

  • NDTV launches NDTV Madhya Pradesh-Chhattisgarh

    NDTV launches NDTV Madhya Pradesh-Chhattisgarh

    Mumbai: NDTV, India’s leading broadcast network, is launching its regional channels with the launch of NDTV Madhya Pradesh-Chhattisgarh on 21 August 2023.

    The regional channel and our website mpcg.ndtv.in brings NDTV’s legacy of trust to the heart of India.

    NDTV MP-Chhattisgarh will not just focus on the politics of the state. Our commitment to the people of MP, Chhattisgarh means our news will not just be told from Bhopal or Raipur. Our focus on ground reports will give the public that much-needed voice. Our focus on hyper-local utility news, issues that matter to the youth, gender and climate, incisive coverage of the cities and villages, NDTV’s legacy of covering elections from the ground and intelligent analysis gives the regional channel a global touch.

    NDTV executive director and editor-in-chief Sanjay Pugalia said, “Our decision to go regional stems from our desire to provide hyper-local, relevant news to people living in these states, towns and villages. We’ll carry NDTV’s legacy of trust to MP-Chhattisgarh, and we’ll give the people of MP-Chhattisgarh news that matters to them.”

    Adding to the sentiment, NDTV executive director Senthil Chengalvarayan added, “NDTV’s regional channels are committed to bringing news you can trust and carrying forward NDTV’s legacy of 35 years to the people of MP and Chhattisgarh. A big congratulations to the entire team on the launch.”

    NDTV Madhya Pradesh-Chhattisgarh will be available on local cable networks and DTH.

    Follow and subscribe to our handles:

    https://www.youtube.com/@NDTVMPCG

    https://twitter.com/NDTVMPCG

    https://www.facebook.com/ndtvmpchhattisgarh/

    The launch is the first in the number of regional channels NDTV Network will come out with over the next few months. 

  • NDTV launches NDTV Madhya Pradesh-Chhattisgarh

    NDTV launches NDTV Madhya Pradesh-Chhattisgarh

    Mumbai: NDTV, India’s leading broadcast network, is launching its regional channels with the launch of NDTV Madhya Pradesh-Chhattisgarh on 21 August 2023.

    The regional channel and our website mpcg.ndtv.in brings NDTV’s legacy of trust to the heart of India.

    NDTV MP-Chhattisgarh will not just focus on the politics of the state. Our commitment to the people of MP, Chhattisgarh means our news will not just be told from Bhopal or Raipur. Our focus on ground reports will give the public that much-needed voice. Our focus on hyper-local utility news, issues that matter to the youth, gender and climate, incisive coverage of the cities and villages, NDTV’s legacy of covering elections from the ground and intelligent analysis gives the regional channel a global touch.

    NDTV executive director and editor-in-chief Sanjay Pugalia said, “Our decision to go regional stems from our desire to provide hyper-local, relevant news to people living in these states, towns and villages. We’ll carry NDTV’s legacy of trust to MP-Chhattisgarh, and we’ll give the people of MP-Chhattisgarh news that matters to them.”

    Adding to the sentiment, NDTV executive director Senthil Chengalvarayan added, “NDTV’s regional channels are committed to bringing news you can trust and carrying forward NDTV’s legacy of 35 years to the people of MP and Chhattisgarh. A big congratulations to the entire team on the launch.”

    NDTV Madhya Pradesh-Chhattisgarh will be available on local cable networks and DTH.

    Follow and subscribe to our handles:

    youtube

    twitter

    facebook

    The launch is the first in the number of regional channels NDTV Network will come out with over the next few months.

  • CNBC TV-18 presents 360 degree budget special

    CNBC TV-18 presents 360 degree budget special

    MUMBAI: We are just one day away from the new BJP government’s first and most crucial decision making exercise- Budget 2014. With much hope riding on it, questions are being asked as to whether Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi will stand true to the things he had promised while he was contesting the elections.

     

    A channel that has made its presence felt since the last 14 years has lined up some interesting shows for pre budget and post budget sessions. CNBC TV-18 managing editor Shereen Bhan will host Meet the Ministers where she has been speaking to various cabinet ministers to know about their priorities for the upcoming year, most specifically finance and commerce ministers. What India Inc. Wants will analyse the business fraternity’s expectations from the Modi budget.

     

    Dalal Street’s big names will discuss the upcoming budget in What Markets Want while the big names from the FIIs and MNCs will reveal their hopes and aspirations from the new political centre and its effect on business through The Global Investor View. Some other shows include Fiscal State, Taxing Times, The Development Agenda, Budget & You and Sectoral Budget Expectations.

     

    These special shows will be accompanied by the channel’s existing shows that will have budget specials such as Young Turks, Indianomics, Forbes India Show and others.

     

    Ground events are being conducted with big names from CNBC TV-18. Shereen Bhan will host Budget Agenda while Network18 business newsroom editor-in-chief Senthil Chengalvarayan will host What India Wants to collate a macro perspective on India Inc.’s expectations. What Markets Want will have leading market and financial experts analysing what the masses and the capital markets expect from the budget. Investor Conclave, Young India and The Verdict are two more ongoing shows.

     

    Commenting on the budget programming, CNBC channels CEO Anil Uniyal said, “We are happy to set a new benchmark this year as well, with tri-lingual coverage for the first time in English, Hindi and Gujarati. This year’s budget is especially critical, as the new government has to fulfill electoral expectations of reform and development. Our special budget programming anchored by India’s finest editorial minds will bring viewers the best analysis of the challenges faced by the new Finance Minister and his decisions that will impact industry.”

     

    10 July will have live coverage of the budget through the day with bulletins and specials such as India Business Hour- Budget Special and on 11 July, breakfast shows on CNBC TV-18 will analyse the impact of the budget and a follow up show that will look into how the budget announcements will affect the common man’s investments.

     

    Sponsors for the shows include Llloyd Electrics, RPSG, askme.com, F6 Finserve, Muthoot Corp, State Bank of India.

     

    CNBC-TV18 managing editor Shereen Bhan said, “With a keen finger on the pulse of India Inc’s expectations and indications from the street, CNBC-TV18 is poised to present another defining season of budget coverage. Through a panorama of special programming and initiatives focusing on budget expectations, analysis and impact, CNBC-TV18 will once again ensure specialised coverage with the most breadth and depth, in the run up to and on budget day.”

  • Network18 beefs up business news editorial set up

    Network18 beefs up business news editorial set up

    MUMBAI: It’s taking steps to strengthen its business news team. For starters, it has announced the appointment of Network18 long timer (currently president & editorial director TV18 Business Media) Senthil Chengalvarayan as the editor in chief of what it calls the Network18 Business Newsroom – comprising its market leading broadcast and digital news outlets in the business media space, CNBC-TV18, CNBC Awaaz, CNBC-TV18 Prime HD and Moneycontrol.com. The newsroom is slated to act as a common hub to ensure seamless broadcast and digital synergies from both a newsgathering and output perspective across these brands, which cumulatively attract over 40 million viewers and 15 million unique visitors on an average every month, says a company press release.

    In this new capacity, Senthil will be working closely with R. Jagannathan, editor-In-chief of Network18’s web and publishing stable which includes Moneycontrol.com, CNBC Awaaz editor in chief Sanjay Pugalia, CNBC Awaaz and the editorial leads at CNBC-TV18.

    The management has also pushed senior editors Menaka Doshi and Latha Venkatesh upstairs as executive editors. While Menaka will lead corporate reportage, law and associated areas, Latha Venkatesh will take charge of the banking and financial markets vertical.

    Women Power to the forefront at CNBCTV18: ( Left to Right) Latha Venkatesh, Shreen Bhan and Menka Doshi

     

    		  

    This follows managing editor Udayan Mukherjee’s decision to work with the group in an exclusive consultative capacity and the appointment of Shereen Bhan as his replacement.

    “As the country’s leading broadcast and digital player in business news, we are well-positioned to redefine the category in the context of a converging media landscape. The Network18 Business Newsroom is designed to capitalise on the deep engagement and trust our iconic brands enjoy. We are confident that the editorial leadership team under Senthil’s guidance will be able to craft a new paradigm in business media, ” said Network18 founder and editor Raghav Bahl in the press release making these announcements.

    “..As they (CNBC-TV18, CNBC Awaaz and Moneycontrol) propel ahead in their growth journey, it is imperative that we fuse their editorial strengths in a manner that enhances our offering further and the Network18 Business Newsroom fulfills this objective. In Senthil, Menaka and Latha, we have the most trusted voices in business journalism today and we believe that they will bring their deep expertise and insights to bear at the Newsroom,” added Network18 Group COO B. Sai Kumar.

    “I am a firm believer in the benefit that the Network18 Business Newsroom can unleash for our stellar editorial products. We pioneered business news on television and the web in India and the Newsroom is a natural extension of our successful journey,“ expounded Network18 Business Newsroom editor-in-chief Senthil Chengalvarayan. “I believe that it will achieve two critical objectives for us. It’ll ensure that each of our brands access the best editorial expertise across the Group while they continue to fulfill their distinct editorial propositions. And they’ll do so through a structure that capitalises on the new realities in the media landscape.”

    		    
       

  • CNBC TV 18 partners with the New York Stock Exchange

    MUMBAI: Business news channel CNBC-TV 18 has tied up with the New York Stock Exchange to provide Indian investors a daily perspective on global markets.

    As part of this alliance, a correspondent of CNBC-TV18 will present a daily market link at 4.15 pm, when the market closes. In addition to this individual and corporate investors in India can gain access to the daily updates from NYSE and exclusive interviews with CEOs and other corporate entities listed on NYSE. The Indian investor can track the performance and listings of Indian stocks on NYSE and receive unique insights on the plans and positioning of global companies for India.

    Commenting on this new development CNBC-TV18 managing editor Senthil Chengalvarayan said, “CNBC-TV18 endeavors to give investors in India a view from the heart of global business. With the reduction of barriers in trade, increased global mindsets and concurrent investment opportunities and Indian companies acquiring and raising funds from abroad, there cannot be a more opportune time for such a remarkable alliance between teo leaders. We believe that adding value to viewers depends on our leverage, access and leadership globally and this is another step in that direction”

    The New York Stock Exchange, nicknamed the Big Board, is the largest stock exchange in the world by dollar volume and the second largest by number of companies listed. The New York Stock Exchange has a global capitalization of approximately $23.0 trillion.

  • TV18, Sophia Polytechnic hosts award for docu film making

    TV18, Sophia Polytechnic hosts award for docu film making

    MUMBAI: TV18 and the Department of Social Communications Media at Sophia Polytechnic hosted the Award for Excellence in Documentary filmmaking. The philosophy behind the initiative is to encourage young female talent in communications and broadcast journalism.

    The Chief Guest for the ceremony was the TV18 Group’s Managing Editor, Senthil Chengalvarayan.

    The TV18 Award for Excellence in Documentary Filmmaking will be an annual trophy which will carry a cash prize of Rs. 50,000 for the winning group. An independent panel of industry professionals and senior educational staff will judge the students.

    The association aims to help potential documentary filmmakers and will help nurture the spirit of independent filmmaking and issue-based creative work.

    Addressing the gathering TV 18 The Cell Network Creative Director Zubin Driver said, “It is indeed an honor to be a part of such an awards ceremony. This is an excellent platform for women filmmakers to show case their talent.”
    .This initiative will also kick-start a long term relationship between TV18 and Sophia Polytechnic, which includes course interventions, internships and workshops that will involve real time media experience.”

    The award-winning documentary was titled: Mom & Dad

    Group 3 was awarded for Excellence in Documentary Filmmaking at the Social Communication Media Department of Sophia Polytechnic.

    The winners include:Naina Panemanglor, Yashaswini S.R.,Chinmayi Shalya, Pallavi Joshi,Neha Belvalkar,Priyanka Bhuyan, Kavita Carneiro, Anshika Varma, Priyanka Mehra.