MUMBAI: TIMES NOW, India?s most watched 24-hour English news channel along with ET NOW, the channel always thinking markets, together continues to dominate the viewership of English news network genre with 46% combined channel share (Source: TAM, CS AB M 25+, week 25 - week 28, Relative share of viewership) compared to CNN IBN + CNBC TV 18 and NDTV 24x7 + NDTV Profit garnering 31% and 23% respectively.

While TIMES NOW continues to have an indomitable run being the channel of choice, ET NOW too has made strong inroads with enhanced focus on Market driven programming extended to weekends. This combination has clearly sustained its leadership position, setting itself apart as a formidable player in the news space with the best in class channels.

Stay tuned to ET NOW for more stock tips, trading strategies, market moving stories & exclusive interviews and keep tuning to TIMES NOW for relevant and insightful news from India and around the world.

New Delhi: TIMES NOW, India?s most watched 24-hour English news channel continues to dominate the English news genre with 42% relative channel share (Source: TAM, All India 1mn+ CS 25+, Males, AB, Week 28, July 8 ? 14 2012) with CNN IBN and NDTV 24x7 garnering 16% and 24% respectively.

In addition to the above and across a 13 week period, TIMES NOW has garnered 36% of channel share with CNN IBN and NDTV 24x7 acquiring 29% and 21% of the pie. (Source: TAM, All India 1mn+ CS 25+, Males, AB, Avg Week 16 ? 28, April 15 ? July 14, 2012). With its seamless programming and news-centric strategy combined with superior content and unmatched analysis, TIMES NOW has clearly sustained its leadership position, setting itself apart as a leading news brand that delivers relevant and insightful reportage of news from India and around the world.

With an unparalleled passion and its relentless focus on news TIMES NOW has been leading continuously for the past four years which has given the channel a clear edge over the competition thereby strengthening its topmost position.

Mumbai: TIMES NOW India?s No. 1 English news channel gives its viewers a unique opportunity to win exclusive prizes all through this week. Inviting one and all to participate in ?The Dark Knight Rises? contest, viewers can get their hands on selective batman merchandise and a mega prize. One lucky winner will get to ride through the city of Mumbai in an exquisite chauffer driven Lamborghini!

Catch the exclusive interviews with Christopher Nolan and Christian Bale talking about the movie and their experiences on the set which will be telecast on the Friday episode of E NOW, TIMES NOW?s daily entertainment show that gives a roundup of all the latest happenings in the world of entertainment.

Watch out for the simple question - Who is the director of The Dark Knight Rises? that will be telecast on the channel. Viewers will have to answer a simple question and SMS the right answer as ENOW (SPACE) A/B/C to 58888. The winners will be announced on Friday, July 20 on E NOW at 10.30 PM on TIMES NOW.

With the grand prize of the ride in a Lamborghini, this exclusive contest will also enable select lucky winners to lay their hands on some spectacular Batman goodies - Reliance DVDs, Mattel toys and a Nokia Lumia 800: The Dark Knight Special Edition.

Tune in to ?E NOW? all this week and grab your chance to be among the lucky winners!

Every day at 10:30 am only on TIMES NOW

MUMBAI : zoOm - India?s No. 1 Bollywood channel, has introduced a special award category in the 12th edition of the EMVIES ? India?s most prestigious and coveted Media awards organized by The Advertising Club Bombay. The special award titled ?Best Use of a Bollywood Celebrity in Media? will be given to an entry that uniquely showcases or integrates a Bollywood celebrity in Media, creating impact and being relevant to the brand?s communication.

Speaking about this unique initiative Mr. Avinash Kaul, Chief Executive Officer of ET NOW, TIMES NOW and zoOm said, ?The dominant influence of Bollywood on popular culture and especially among youth is there for everyone to see. Over the years marketers have increasingly started using Bollywood stars as brand ambassadors to create a stronger connect with consumers. At zoOm we celebrate India?s passion for Bollywood so naturally we would like to honour other brands and organisations that share our enthusiasm for Bollywood.?

While the use of celebrity brand endorsers in marketing campaigns is quite common today, this award seeks to recognize and honor innovation in the way a Bollywood celebrity has been used by a brand specifically in a media opportunity. Entries will be judged on the basis of Originality, Uniqueness, Impact and Relevance.

Media agencies that wish to enter their work for this award category can download the entry form from www.adclubbombay.com. The last day for submission of entries is 25th July, 2012.

MUMBAI: TIMES NOW, India?s No.1 English news channel in association with Kent RO celebrated the best cuisines from across the country with the much anticipated ?The Foodie Awards?. Held on 24th March at Trident, Nariman Point, Mumbai, the awards honoured & felicitated the best and most deserving food & beverage establishments in the country amidst prominent personalities from the entertainment and F&B fraternity.

The second edition of ?The Foodie Awards? encompassed the journey of the eminent jury that travelled the length and breadth of the country to choose the winners from various categories. Joining the official ?Foodie? Kunal Vijayakar were three eminent figures Rashmi Uday Singh food critic and author, Chef Manjit Gill corporate executive chef, ITC Group and Karen Anand food and wine expert. The awards enjoyed an unrivalled credibility with nominees spread across eleven categories ranging from 5 star spreads to even road-side dhabas.

Commenting on the success of the event Mr. Sunil Lulla, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, Times Television Network, said ?At TIMES NOW we celebrate the culture created by popular food in the ever popular show, The Foodie. The Foodie Awards are a preview to the year of engaging content on TV. We are happy to announce shortly The Foodie will be available on DVD, for viewing at home.?

Kunal Vijayakar, the ultimate foodie and host of the evening, was at his wittiest as he brought out the true foodies amidst the stars present. Joining him on stage was the critically acclaimed actress Tisca Chopra as the co-host for the evening.

The award ceremony started in a unique fashion by honouring a highly acclaimed personality, Mr. Jaspal Inder Singh Kalra, popularly known as Jiggs Kalra, for his Outstanding Contribution to the F&B industry. The lifetime achievement award was presented to ?Gaylord?, Mumbai, whereas the earnest ?Raju Omlette?, Baroda was named the Best Roadside Dhaba.

Added Arnab Goswami, Editor-in-Chief, TIMES NOW, ?The Foodie show has achieved an iconic status over the years and continues to captivate food enthusiasts across the nation. We take great pride in honouring those who with their unmatched excellence and dedication have been contributing to the ever evolving food & beverage industry.?

Zeba Kohli, Kabir Bedi, Raageshwari, Shaina NC, Kalpana Lajmi and Lalita Lajmi were among those who gave away the awards to the deserving winners. Also gracing the event were popular names from the entertainment industry like Mandira Bedi, Cyrus Broacha, Dolly Thakore, Poonam Dhillon amongst others.

The presence of the entire star cast of the upcoming movie ?Housefull 2? further enhanced the celebrations of the evening as they unveiled The Foodie DVD, having twenty four of the most memorable episodes of The Foodie show. John Abraham, Akshay Kumar and Boman Irani were amongst the few who spoke about their favourite childhood eateries with much nostalgia.

Combining music with food in a highly fascinating manner, taking the splendour of the evening to the next level was the inimitable musical stylings of the popular band ?Merlyn & Band? who mesmerised the audiences by their performance on the famous song ?Food Glorious Food?. ?Dfrenstrokes? the percussion band from Bangalore also delivered a highly captivating performance leaving the audiences enthralled.

Kunal Vijayakar said ?I am extremely overjoyed with the success of the event since it was a very fulfilling culmination of a year full of tasting, travelling and discovering food all over. These awards were an attempt to celebrate artistry of chefs, restaurants, dhabas and eateries and to honour those who love food and live for it.?
Having completed over 275 episodes, TIMES NOW?s show The Foodie is the only show that showcases a new eatery every week highlighting the diverse food cultures from all over the country along with exploring International destinations.

The list of categories and the winners are as follows:

Mumbai : Karisma Kapoor, the super mom & investor of Babyoye.com- the leading online portal for mother, babycare & kids products will now be seen in the latest TV campaign for Babyoye.com. The charismatic lady who is a responsible mother of two, will highlight the convenience of shopping online that new mothers can experience while taking care of their new born.

The TV Campaign kicked off on March 12th 2012. One can catch the latest TVC on channels like NDTV Good Times, Star World, Zee Caf?, Fox Traveller, CNNIBN, Times Now & NDTV 24X7. The campaign aims to capture the parent?s attention and help them make informed choices regarding baby & kids products. It will also be aired on channels like Pogo, Disney & Cartoon Network.

This is Babyoye.com?s first advertising campaign and it aspires to convey a series of messages to the new and young working mothers who are pressed for time. The portal stocks best quality baby & kids products. It?s a blessing in disguise as one can sit at home and spend time with the little tots while splurging online and shopping for their newborns.

Babyoye.com gives consumers more than 120 brands and over 30,000 products to choose from. With just a click of a button mothers can avail the best products for the apple of their eye.

Karisma Kapoor comments, ?I was thrilled to shoot for this campaign. As I personally indulge in shopping from Babyoye.co., I truly believe that Babyoye is a convenient platform for new mothers with hectic schedules as the portal provides hassle free shopping for the best baby & kids products. This is a one stop shop for all your baby care needs and you can shop while your baby is sleeping or while you are watching TV.?

Arunima Singhdeo, Director & Co- Founder adds, ?Karisma has the most endearing & warm personality which is captured in the TVC. Through this campaign we aim to appeal to a wider audience and with Karisma?s support the right message will be conveyed to young parents to make the right choice for their child, who always deserves the best.?