About The Programs of Star News
Pehli Khabar
Time : 5:00 am to 8:00 am, Daily
Hosted by Charul Malik and Veathika Jain
STAR News brings you news from across the world as early as 5:00 am on Pehli Khabar. So wake up connected and get the first glimpse of all those events that occured while you were asleep.
Star Report
Time : 9:00 pm, Mon-Fri
Hosted by Siddharth Sharma
This slickly produced zippy primetime news bulletin looks at the day’s news afresh from India and abroad. Fashioned along the lines of America’s most successful news format on prime time, its unique, fast-paced presentation style brings news in a stunning, internation- ally acclaimed format like never seen before on Indian screens.
Khaas Baat
Time : 9:30 pm, Mon-Fri 9:30 am (R), Tue-Sat
Khaas Baat showcases an incisive, in-depth look at a single important topic of the nation. The show reports on the particular issue from all the angles and gauges the possible impact on the lives of the people of this country. The show features key opinion leaders and experts from the relevant field.
CITY 60
Time : 10:00 pm, Mon-Fri and 10:00 pm, Sat
Hosted by Radhika Chaturvedi
This popular bulletin is the big city take on famous people, fashion, crime, civic life and the general buzz on what drives India’s cities in the day and in the night! This city-focused primetime news bulletin prov- ides comprehensive coverage of the day’s news from Mumbai, Delhi and other major cities in India delving into the quality of life associated with these cities and issues of civic amenities, public transportation, famous events and hip parties. Watch it to catch a glimpse of life in the city’s fast lane.
Fund Ka Funda
Time : 1:30 pm, Saturday and 1:30 pm (R), Sunday
Featuring India’s foremost expert on mutual funds, Dhirendra Kumar, founder and CEO of Value Research, Fund ka Funda reports the latest news on the various funds in the market, their latest ratings and showcases portfolio case studies. You can call in to get advice on your investment queries from Dhirendra Kumar and learn of his analysis of various funds and investment tips.
Sansani
Time : 11:00 pm, All days and 10:30 am (R), All days
Hosted by Shrivardhan Trivedi
Sansani, an engaging crime bulletin on STAR News, gives you a daily account of the latest news from the world of crime across the country. The programme re-creates the actual scene of crime vividly, wherever needed, to give the viewing audience a real taste of the crime scene. The show brings the viewer face-to-face with the reality of crime all over the country, keeping him aware and on guard.
Khabar Filmi Hai
Time : 8:30 pm, Mon-Fri
12:30 pm (R), Tue-Sat
Hosted by Garima
This half-hour program keeps you updated with news from the filmi duniya with inside gossips, film premiers and parties, making of movies, on-location interviews, music launches and near real-time info on the glamorous world of films. There is also the headline news on filmi happenings, a main story segment, an event-based segment, celebrity interviews and a nostalgia segment peppered with perspectives from film shootings, film festivals and event locales that helps you know more about the surreal world of cinema!
Saas Bahu Aur Saazish
Time : 2:30 pm, Daily
11:30 am (R), Mon-Sat
This #1 afternoon daily captures all the excitement and news of popular serials across channels and the tele-world. This unique show gives you a recap of the popular serials and predicts the likely turn of events in the following episodes. It not only looks at the twists and turns of Kyunki, Kahaani or what Jassi could be up to next, but also delves deep into the lives of television celebrities. Tune in to Saas Bahu aur Saazish every day for the latest on the tele-world.
Star Savera
Time : 8:00 am to 11:00 am, Daily
Hosted by Mayuri P Dongre
Looking forward to the day ahead, STAR Savera delves into the news focussing on people, sports, politics, crime, civic life and the general buzz that surrounds us. In short, the news bulletin that gives you an insight on your day ahead.
9.00 PM Report
Time : 9:00 pm, Sat-Sun
This eagerly watched weekend bulletin is a comprehensive ‘dekho’ at the news from India and abroad for the first half hour. In the second half hour, one significant newsmaking story of that particular week is discussed in tearing detail.
Desh Videsh
Time : 5:00 pm, Mon-Fri
Desh Videsh captures the essence of national as well as international news happenings in a unique two-host, two-hour format. An early evening bulletin, it’s stylised delivery and racy format provides a heady synopsis for the viewer on every domestic and international news happenings until that hour.
Pol Khol
Time : 8:30 pm, Sat-Sun
9:30 am (R), Sat-Sun
Hosted by Shekhar Suman
Pol Khol – the hugely popular satirical - has blazed a new trail on news channels for political satire and grabbed the nation’s imagination with the witty commentary issued out by the ‘King of Satire’ and host of the show, Shekhar Suman. Pol Khol’s razor sharp commentary offers a ‘dekho’ at the week’s news from angles not seen on regular news television.
Aaj Ki Baat
Time : 7:00 pm, Mon-Fri
Out and away, but hoping to catch up with all the significant news for the day, Aaj ki Baat provides you with a comprehen- sive round up of the day’s news with an emphasis on the major stories.
Red Alert
Time : 11:30 pm, Sat
11:30 am (R), Sun
Hosted by Jitendra Dixit
Red Alert is a pacy, gripping and popular crime-show, with each episode covering an investi- gative story, exposing gory crimes and criminals in our society. The show’s exposés have thrown open the lid on many a national scandal, often with the help of an increasingly involved public. Scary tantriks, Bollywod and the flesh trade, rising illegal arms trade in Bihar, and money for votes scandal are just some of the exposes that have been unraveled on Red Alert.
Khel Khel Mein
Time : 7.30 PM Daily
This popular bulletin takes a vivid look at the world of sport, capturing all the excitement of the day by renowned sports journalists. Cricket, hockey, racing, football… grab a perspective on it all on Khel Khel Mein. Careful though, or you’ll end up an avid addict!
Insaaf Ka Taraazu
Time : 10:30 am, Sun
11:30 pm (R), Sun
Co-hosted by Shazia Ilmi and Sayeed Ansari
A first-of-its-kind law-based show on Indian news television, Insaaf ka Taraazu examines gripping landmark legal cases and vexing issues in a unique & innovative presentation format. The programme features 2 anchors, who present the case from the perspective of the plaintiff as well as that of the defendant. Wherever required the programme re-creates scenes related to the case to give the audience a clear and complete picture. While presenting these cases the show also aims at educating viewers about the nuances of the Indian Judicial system.
National Reporter
Time : 8:00 pm, Mon-Fri
8:00 pm, Sat
Hosted by Ajay Kumar
This reporter’s news bulletin showcases the day’s news headlines in a most lucid manner, providing a probing opinion into the significant political, financial and legal developments of the day. Count on this bulletin to keep you updated and ahead with a searing perspective on domestic news of national importance.
Jaanbaaz
Time : 7:30 am, Sun
3.30pm(R), Sun
Hosted by Ratna Shukla
Jaanbaaz, STAR News’ ‘brave’ show, features stories of award-winning extra ordinary acts of bravery by ordinary people. The show features re-enactment of these selfless acts of bravery and relives the experience through firsthand accounts from the victims, the ‘saviour’, and eyewitnesses. Through this show STAR News aims to accord the recipients of these awards their due recognition and hopes to inspire similar acts of courage, valour and compassion in society.