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  • ZEE 24 Ghanta’s Ananya Samman 2024 achieves phenomenal success in spotlighting inspirational stories

    ZEE 24 Ghanta’s Ananya Samman 2024 achieves phenomenal success in spotlighting inspirational stories

    Mumbai: ZEE 24 Ghanta’s 15 edition of Ananya Samman 2024 has once again achieved remarkable success in showcasing inspirational stories, solidifying its position as a beacon of honour and recognition. This year’s event, held on-ground, was a resounding triumph, spotlighting individuals who have defied adversity to make significant contributions to society.

    Ananya Samman, renowned for its credibility and authenticity, continues to hold a special place in the hearts of the Bengal market, resonating deeply with the audience. The evening was filled with touching tributes and poignant moments, leaving a profound impact on all who attended.

    The prestigious Maha Samman was rightfully awarded to the legendary tennis icon, Sania Mirza, in acknowledgement of her unparalleled achievements and unwavering dedication to excellence. Additionally, luminaries such as Jeet, Sunil Chhetri, Rupam Islam, Subrata Gangopadhyay, and D. Ashish were honoured for their outstanding contributions to their respective fields. Moreover, the Ananya Sadharon category celebrated the exemplary work of Pradeep Bhattacharya, Joyita Mondal, Chamak Chhetua, Azharuddin Khan, and Pabitra Mandal, shedding light on their commendable efforts across diverse spheres. These awardees exemplify the spirit of resilience and altruism, inspiring others with their remarkable efforts to give back to their communities despite facing personal struggles.

    Among the distinguished attendees were Shashi Panja, serving as the industry minister; Chandrima Bhattacharya, the finance minister; Snehasish Chakraborty, holding the portfolio of transport minister; Bratya Basu, guiding the education ministry; and Aroop Biswas, leading the sports ministry. The event also featured luminaries such as Usha Uthup, the renowned Superstar Dev, Kalyan Chaubey, President of AIFF, the melodious Singer Sreeradha Bandyopadhyay, Anirban Bhattacharya, Abhishek Dalmia and the esteemed Poet Subodh Sarkar and many other senior bureaucrats adding further grandeur to the occasion.

    Zee Media Corporation Ltd CEO Abhay Ojha highlighted, “Ananya Samman epitomises the triumph of the human spirit and the profound impact of recognition. It goes beyond being just an event; it’s a potent platform that celebrates the unsung heroes whose remarkable achievements inspire positive change in our society. The overwhelming success of this year’s ceremony underscores the profound influence of honouring individuals whose stories deeply resonate with our audience.”

    Zee Media Corporation Ltd CRO Mona Jain further added, “As we honour their achievements, we also reaffirm our commitment to uplifting and empowering communities through meaningful storytelling. Each story shared at Ananya Samman serves as a reminder of the transformative power of perseverance and determination. Through this event, we aim to inspire our viewers to embrace positivity and make a difference in their lives and communities. The overwhelming success of Ananya Samman is a testament to the enduring impact of recognising and celebrating the achievements of individuals who have overcome adversity.”

    Ananya Samman 2024 was fortified by a network of esteemed partners, each contributing significantly to its success. Co-presenting partners Sreeleathers Ltd, SPS Steels Rolling Mills Ltd, and Mukharochak, alongside co-powered entities Indian Institute of Hotel Management and Berger Home Shield, spearheaded the event’s mission to recognise excellence and community impact. Additionally, the invaluable support of gold partner Orient Gems & Ornaments Pvt. Ltd, driven by Tata Ace and, special partner Narayana Health, and broadband partner Alliance Broadband elevated the event’s reach and impact. Lastly, our silver partners, including Samata co-operative Development Bank Ltd, Eastern Institute for Integrated Learning in Management (EIILM) – Kolkata, Square Mark Homes Private Limited, Go Everywhere, and Alteus Biogenics Pvt Ltd, played a crucial role in amplifying the event’s message of positivity and empowerment, collectively embodying the spirit of Ananya Samman 2024.

    As we reflect on the achievements of Ananya Samman 2024, let us be reminded of the transformative power of perseverance, excellence, and community solidarity. Together, we can forge a brighter future for generations to come.

  • Grapes wins integrated creative mandate for Zee Media

    Grapes wins integrated creative mandate for Zee Media

    Mumbai: News network Zee Media has chosen Grapes as its integrated creative partner. The Delhi office will handle account servicing after a multi-agency pitch resulted in the win.

    The agency will focus on developing integrated communication strategies and creatives for offline and online media, in accordance with the mandate. 

    One of the top Hindi news stations in India, Zee News, as well as other Zee Network realms including ZEE Business, ZEE 24 Ghanta, ZEE 24 Taas, and Zee Digital, which owns websites like Bgr.in, bollywoodlife.com, and India.com, are all included in the mandate.

    Speaking on the development, ZEE Media marketing head Anindya Khare said, “It is our pleasure to associate with Grapes. The agency has a strong foothold in the market. We look forward to reaching our consumers effectively. The decision to choose Grapes to handle our Integrated Creative Duties was decided based on the intensive pitch where the agency outshined given to their compelling, creative, and engaging plan of action. It was completely in sync and united with our strategically devised creative approach.”

    Commenting on the mandate win, Grapes CEO and co-founder Shradha Agarwal said, “It is a proud moment to have a brand like Zee Media as our client. We are quite pleased to have them on onboard. We look forward to building a strong communication base for the network across platforms. We are quite enthralled with the association and will relentlessly help them in building a strong bond with their audience. Considering that Zee Media is one of the largest news networks in India, we strive to amplify its presence and reach amongst the audience with our holistic communication approach that relates to the ethos of the company.”

  • Gautam Bhattacharya appointed as editor of Zee 24 Ghanta

    Gautam Bhattacharya appointed as editor of Zee 24 Ghanta

    Mumbai: Zee Media Corp has announced the appointment of Gautam Bhattacharya as editor of Zee 24 Ghanta. In this new role, he will oversee the input and output of all content for the channel to drive its growth.

    Bhattacharya is one of the most respected and renowned sports journalists in the country. His unique content style is sure to enrich the news consumption experience of the Bengali audience.

    “Gautam’s wealth of experience will make Zee 24 Ghanta stronger. He is a known face in the industry who always leads from the front, and we have immense confidence in him,” remarked Zee 24 Ghanta’s CEO Purushottam Vaishnava. “With the joining of Gautam Bhattacharya, we are equipped with one of the most robust regional teams. The channel is already undergoing a few changes in content and Gautam could not have joined at a better time.”

    “We are excited to have Gautam on board,” said Zee Media Corp CRO Abhay Ojha. “His varied experience will help in curating a viewing experience unparalleled in the Bengal news industry. This will also help us drive the revenue growth projected for the channel.”

    Currently, Zee 24 Ghanta is on a fresh route to rediscover the true essence of news in the increasing clutter. Dedicated to keeping the people of Bengal abreast with the latest happenings, factual reporting, and in-depth analysis, the channel is one of the key news channels in the regional news space.

  • Zee 24 Ghanta’s Durga Puja properties and brand integration hits the sweet spot

    Zee 24 Ghanta’s Durga Puja properties and brand integration hits the sweet spot

    Mumbai: The most comprehensive Durga Puja coverage of recent times by Zee 24 Ghanta with the right blend of news, fresh content & integrations.

    Amidst the challenging times, Zee 24 Ghanta – the most trusted news channel of East, curated a special lineup for the Durga Puja celebrations urging viewers to celebrate responsibly, attracted the attention of millions along with associations with a bouquet of brands from all over the country. 

    Under the umbrella properties of Sharad Ananya and Mahapujo, Zee 24 Ghanta celebrated the epic festival with a lineup consisting of ten exclusive shows telecasting Puja-related content for over 45 days totalling over three thousand minutes of fresh content. Participating brands were – Tutopia, Top Tech TMT Bar, Sister Nivedita University, IIHM, Shikhar Pan Masala, Shyam Steel, Tata Pravesh, Rupa, SBI Gold Loan, Dear Lotteries, Sunrise Spices, Meghbala Broadband, Shalimar, Shri Hari, and Kinnova.

    This epic coverage saw various successful brand integrations. Spices from Sunrise Spices were displayed & used to cook the delicacies on the show “Pujor Ranna Banna.” In that show, celebrities cooked their favourite dishes while sharing their Puja experiences with the audiences. Gift hampers from Shalimar were also presented to various guests during the Puja coverage. Several well-known celebrities donned outfits provided by Rupa Softline during the show Pujor Fashion. A special show named Tutopia Talent hunt was curated by team Zee 24 Ghanta wherein participants were awarded by Meghbala Digital based on pre-set parameters. During the Mahalaya special show, a special painting was done by renowned artist Sri Atin Basak on a Tata Pravesh door.

    Moreover, special prizes were given out by Shyam Steel (district Pujas) & Tata Pravesh (one puja in the city, district & apartment) in association with Zee 24 Ghanta. 

    “Durga Puja is the biggest festival in the region & the kind of acceptance & response we have received from the viewers & other stakeholders is stupendous, the kind of content that our team has designed & executed has catered to all age groups apart from daily news content. The team has been successful in delivering Puja coverage from every nook & corner of the state,” said Zee 24 Ghanta CEO Shri Purushottam Vaishnava.

    “With the Durga Puja coverage Zee 24 Ghanta continues to solidify its foothold on the market apart from further intensifying the advertiser connect through various innovations & integrations,” stated Zee Media Corp Ltd CRO Manoj Jagyasi. “Several brands across the country, across categories, have trusted to partner us for the epic coverage, which shows the pull of brand Zee 24 Ghanta. Our team is raring to deliver more in the coming months while taking leaps to be the market leader.”

  • Koi Bhi Bhukha Na Soe – an initiative by Zee Media for the Covid afflicted families

    Koi Bhi Bhukha Na Soe – an initiative by Zee Media for the Covid afflicted families

    Mumbai: The second wave of COVID 19 in India has hit harder, throwing people off the newly found normalcy all over again. People are fighting hard to survive this COVID wave by searching for plasma donors, oxygen cylinders, hospital beds, and medicines.

     Along with the above challenges, one often overlooked yet truly painful effect of suffering from COVID 19 is the food crises. People are stuck in isolation and are away from their relatives, their children, and their parents. If such isolated people or the homemaker is afflicted with COVID then cooking food for themselves or their loved ones is an extremely difficult option for them. The lack of nutritious food is also affecting the rapid recovery of the patients and a sense of chaos & instability is arising in their minds.

     Being a responsible media organization, Zee Media is using their widespread and established platform to reach out to the people and help them bring some ease to their lives. ZEE Media came up with an initiative called “Koi Bhi Bhukha Na Soe” and through 6 of their channels extending help to all those who are stuck due to the pandemic and are in need of nutritious food for themselves and their loved ones irrespective of which state they live in.

     This initiative has reached out to various organizations/individuals who are going out of their way to help people by providing free food services in their area in such circumstances. Post thorough verification of the contact details and services they are uploaded on the website. The contact details are geographically listed for ease of discovery.

    Those who are not able to cook food at home will just need to go on link embedded on the website to find the verified contacts of free food service providers available in their area and can directly contact them on their number. Additionally, more such verified contacts of these COVID warriors will be added on the microsite page.  We believe that this initiative can be helpful to thousands of people and will make their life easier during the pandemic. They do not have to scamper around for information anymore.

    Zee Hindustan, Zee Rajasthan, Zee Bihar Jharkhand, Zee 24 Ghanta, Zee 24 Kalak and Zee Odisha is promoting this muheem, ensuring the message spreads out to the entire HSM market along with Bengal, Odisha and Gujarat. With promos playing out multiple times, anchors talking about this in the bulletins, social media posts and others, the endeavour is to spread the muheem as far and wide as possible.

     The role of such a trustworthy platform goes beyond providing factual news about the pandemic. The platform can reach far deeper into the houses of all people and help them out in their daily life. Apart from this, the channels are already working along with experts like doctors and researchers to keep our viewers informed with correct news amidst the uncertainty and viewers have shown their trust in their engagement with the brand.

     While we are witnessing the exponential growth of challenges, at the same time we are also witnessing the sheer will and determination of Indians to come out of this successfully together. Many are showing support to the infected families by going out of their way to help them in whichever way possible and it brings hope for better future. This humble initiative “Koi Bhi Bhukha Na Soe” will help in amplifying such selfless services.

  • Veteran television journalist Anjan Bandyopadhyay succumbs to Covid

    Veteran television journalist Anjan Bandyopadhyay succumbs to Covid

    Mumbai: Veteran television journalist Anjan Bandyopadhyay died on Sunday night after battling with Covid-19 infection for over a month. He was 56. 

    He was the editor of Bengali news channel Zee 24 Ghanta and one of West Bengal’s leading news anchors. The news of his sudden demise has left the new industry shocked, with tributes pouring in from various quarters.

    Bandyopadhyay was admitted to the hospital on 14 April after testing positive for Covid-19. He was discharged after showing signs of recovery, but developed Covid-related complications. He suffered a heart attack on Sunday. 

    In a career that spans over 33 years, Bandyopadhyay had worked in ETV Bangla, 24 Ghanta, and then with Anandabazar Patrika’s digital unit before moving to TV9 Bangla as the channel’s first editor. The senior journalist returned to Zee 24 Ghanta as its editor just a few days before this year’s legislative assembly elections in West Bengal. 

    Chief minister Mamata Banerjee condoled his demise remembering him as one of the best television anchors in West Bengal.

    “Saddened at the passing away of Anjan Bandyopadhyay. He was a bright, young, and dynamic journalist. I have no words to express my condolences to his family and his colleagues in the fraternity. His Ma, wife Aditi, daughter Titli, his elder brother Alapan Bandyopadhyay, who is the Chief Secretary of the State,” added Banerjee. 

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • TV9 Bangla editor Anjan Bandyopadhyay’s departure raises hackles

    TV9 Bangla editor Anjan Bandyopadhyay’s departure raises hackles

    NEW DELHI: Just days before the launch of TV9 Bangla, the channel has found itself in a quandary after its editor Anjan Bandyopadhyay up and left to join rival channel Zee 24 Ghanta.

    Bandyopadhyay, a senior journalist with over 33 years of experience, confirmed that he has resigned from TV9 Bangla and returned to Zee 24 Ghanta. As editor, he would be presiding over the input and output of all content and digital properties, as the channel looks to bolster its position in the regional news space.

    “I have joined Zee 24 Ghanta. I was one of the founding members here. So it’s like coming back home. Whatever is expected out of a journalist, I will do my level best to drive it to the top,” said Bandyopadhyay, who was associated with Zee 24 Ghanta from 2006 to 2015 before he moved to ABP-Digital. 

    The move has drawn sharp reactions from the TV9 network, which resented his sudden exit. “It is completely unethical and unprofessional. As an editor, he was privy to all major decisions regarding content, marketing plan and the quarterly targets. We tried talking to him, but it did not yield results. All appropriate action will be taken to protect our interest,” declared TV9 Bangla  business head Gautam Sarkar,  adding that Bandhyopadhyay is yet to be relieved from his position by the company.

    Amritanshu Bhattacharya, who headed TV9 Bengali Digital, has now been roped in to lead the editorial operations. Bhattacharya has 25 years’ experience during which he has worked with Jugantar, Aajkaal, ETV, and Zee Media. 

    “At TV9 it is the project team that is important. The individual is important only to the extent of their role in the team. Without missing one heartbeat, Amritanshu Bhattacharya has already moved into that role. And more importantly, TV9 Network’s reputation as a people’s organisation precedes us. At a time when the biggest names in the industry rolled back salaries citing the pandemic, we gave an across-the-board hike to all employees in November with retrospective effect, as a token of our appreciation for putting their hand up during the same pandemic. While organisations are culling staff, we are on a massive expansion spree, hiring more than 500 journalists. So, the mood is upbeat, the staff is rearing to go. Our plans stand, our FPC stands, our launch date stands. See you on Sankranti, Bengal,” shared TV9 group editor Venkat Rao. 

    He remarked that Bandyopahdyay’s decision was disappointing and does not show him in a good light. “To be involved in a launch, and leaving  without citing any professional reason and showing up with a direct competitor the very next day is in very poor taste. He has belied our trust. ‘Untrustworthy’ is not a good tag to wear for a professional. He is a nice guy who has made a terrible decision, so as a fellow journalist, I am concerned for him,” he added. 

    Senior media professionals concur. On the condition of anonymity, one expressed: “Bengali news community is a small bunch of people. And yes journalists do move around between the various channels, but Bandhyopadhyay’s overnight move is not a done thing, it beats all employee-employers ethics and reeks of bad taste. He should find ways of building rapprochement with TV9 Bangla, now that he has taken that impulsive step. It’s a small market.” 

    After its long run successful in the regional news industry down south, TV9 network had announced its foray into the regional news space in the poll-bound West Bengal. Bandyopadhyay was brought onboard to lead the editorial team as the channel prepared to enter the competitive market. 

    However, Zee 24 Ghanta has already established its foothold in the regional news space over the last decade and has been enjoying a large share of the viewership in the state.  

    But TV9’s aggressive moves in the West Bengal market could see Zee 24 Ghanta facing a tough fight. Its CEO Barun Das has vowed that he wants to supercharge  the newcomer to the number two spot within two months.

  • Anjan Bandopadhyay joins ZEE 24 Ghanta as Editor, quits TV9 Bangla before channel launch

    Anjan Bandopadhyay joins ZEE 24 Ghanta as Editor, quits TV9 Bangla before channel launch

    A news veteran of 33 years, Anjan Bandopadhyay has joined ZEE 24 Ghanta as its Editor. He will be presiding over the input and output of all content for the channel along with its digital properties and drive the growth of the channel. Anjan was also historically associated with ZEE 24 Ghanta from 2006 to 2015 as the editor input. Recently, he had joined TV9 from ABP digital, as the editor to help launch the channel in Bengal.

    Speaking to Anjan on his comeback he said, “It’s always good to come back to the channel which you have spent many years in establishing. Now Zee 24 Ghanta by its own merit drives the viewership in the market.  I will ensure all my experience and learning further strengthens its position in the Bengal news genre”.

    Speaking on the channel getting a new Editor, the Cluster CEO, Mr. Purushottam Vaishnava said, “Anjan is an old hand in the industry and has been also previously associated with Zee 24 Ghanta. He is attuned to the values, the culture of the channel and shares the same vision as we do. We believe he will drive the channel towards a more robust future. The channel is already undergoing few changes in content and Anjan could not have joined at a better time. We wish him the best for this endeavor.”

    ZEE 24 Ghanta has recently seen a flurry of activities, with Moupia Nandy helming the role of Deputy Editor and a slew of new programs. The channel is on a fresh route to rediscover the true essence of news in the increasing clutter. Dedicated to keeping the people of Bengal abreast with the latest happenings, factual reporting, and in-depth analysis, ZEE 24 Ghanta is one of the key news channels in the regional news space.

    Manoj Jagyasi, Executive Cluster Head of Sales, said “West Bengal is a priority market for all the advertisers, so with the brand legacy of ZEE 24 Ghanta, we are set to engage their consumers in the upcoming state elections. We are glad to have Anjan with us as his experience in news genre will give boost to our planned line up for the state election which is spread across 150 days and has several integration opportunities for the advertisers.

  • ZEE Media Group comes forward to help DTH/Cable Operators

    ZEE Media Group comes forward to help DTH/Cable Operators

    These are unprecedented times. As the world battles a global contagion, India, the second-most populous country in the world is fighting the lethal disease and all necessary steps are being taken by Indian authorities to prevent this virus from spreading further.

    As India, a country of more than 1.3 billion people, reels under a national lockdown to curb the infections, millions are confined to their homes and the consumption of content across different platforms is witnessing an unparalleled demand. A smooth, uninterrupted access to your favourite news programmes now becomes more important than ever before.

    At a time like this, the Zee Media Corporation Limited (ZMCL), is leading the charge in supporting Direct-To-Home services, MSOs and Cable Operators to ensure that viewers have uninterrupted services during the lockdown. It has launched a special campaign to help viewers to easily recharge thru various digital platforms. The ZMCL group has been running promos and informative advisories across its Lead Channels Zee News, Zee Hindustan and Regional channels Zee 24 Taas (Marathi), Zee 24 Ghanta (Bangla), Zee 24 Kalak (Gujarati), Zee Punjab Haryana Himachal (Punjabi), Zee Odisha (Odia) Zee Madhya Pradesh Chhattisgarh, Zee Uttar Pradesh Uttarakhand, Zee Bihar Jharkhand, Zee Rajasthan to ensure that viewers continue to recharge their DTH and Cable services well in time to enjoy uninterrupted access to their favorite content. These promos include information on easy ways to recharge through the dedicated websites or apps or contact their nearest operators.

    In these challenging times, ZMCL is doing its part in fighting this global outbreak and educating its viewers about staying safe indoors and adhering to the rules of the national lockdown put in place by the Indian government.