Aaj Tak Radio and India Today Podcasts have emerged among the biggest winners at the e4m Golden Mikes Awards 2026, securing seven awards across multiple categories and reaffirming their position as leading players in India’s fast-growing podcasting landscape.

The recognition highlights the India Today Group’s growing influence in the digital audio space, with its podcast network earning accolades across genres including comedy, education, health, sports, crime and current affairs.

Among the award-winning shows, ‘Teen Taal’ won in the Best Podcast/Audio Series – Comedy category, while ‘Padhaku Nitin’ was recognised as the Best Podcast/Audio Series in Education. ‘Hello Doctor’ secured the award for Best Podcast/Audio Series – Health & Fitness, and ‘Ballabol’ emerged as the winner in the Sports category.

The network also received honours for ‘Crime Branch’ in the Crime category and ‘Un-Politics with Preeti’ in the Audio Series Influencer & Celebrity category. Adding to the tally, Kuldeep Mishra of Aaj Tak Radio was recognised as the Best Show Host (Podcast).

The seven awards reflect the breadth of content being produced across the India Today Group’s audio platforms and underscore the network’s ability to engage audiences through diverse formats and subjects.

Aaj Tak Radio and India Today Podcasts have built a strong presence in India’s podcasting ecosystem by offering a wide range of original content in both Hindi and English. The platform caters to listeners across categories such as news, current affairs, entertainment, education, health, sports and storytelling.

Available across major audio streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn and Amazon Music, as well as the Aaj Tak and India Today apps, the network reaches millions of listeners nationwide. The platform releases dozens of original episodes every week, helping it establish a significant footprint in India’s rapidly evolving digital audio market.

Industry experts note that podcast consumption in India has witnessed steady growth in recent years, driven by increasing smartphone penetration, affordable internet access and changing content consumption habits. As competition intensifies, recognition at industry platforms such as the e4m Golden Mikes is seen as a key indicator of content quality and audience impact.

The latest wins add to a growing list of industry accolades for the India Today Group’s podcasting portfolio and further strengthen its reputation as one of the country’s leading creators and publishers of digital audio content.

With seven awards across diverse categories, Aaj Tak Radio and India Today Podcasts have once again demonstrated their ability to blend journalism, storytelling and audience engagement, reinforcing their leadership in India’s podcasting ecosystem.