Live Times has completed its first anniversary, celebrating a year defined by uncompromising commitment to truth and fearless journalism. In an era where sensationalism and misinformation dominate much of the media landscape, the channel has built a reputation for integrity, independence, and accuracy, living by its founding vision: ‘Complete Truth, Whatever It Takes’.

According to a press release issued on the occasion, Live Times said it has grown beyond being a news channel, positioning itself as a trusted platform for authentic reporting and a voice for the unheard. Since its launch on August 23, 2024, the network has consistently pushed boundaries in investigative reporting and responsible journalism, making its presence felt with bold initiatives and uncompromising news coverage.

To mark this milestone, the channel released a powerful anniversary video, encapsulating its ethos in stirring Hindi: “एक सोच नये विकल्प की, एक ज़िद सदा सत्य की, एक युद्ध फ़ेक न्यूज़ के विरुद्ध, एक कोशिश तथ्यों से असत्य को भेदने की — निर्भीक, निष्पक्ष, स्वतंत्र, ताकि मज़बूत हो हमारा गणतंत्र। सत्य केपथ पर हम बढ़ते रहे, लोग जुड़ते गये, कारवाँ बनता गया। लाइव टाइम्स एक साल, बेमिसाल।”

Over the past year, Live Times has carried several hard-hitting reports that redefined television news coverage. The channel brought national attention to ‘Operation Murda’, a chilling expose that forced authorities to acknowledge the barbarity of the crime. It also delivered exclusive ground reports on the Delhi Assembly elections and debated critical issues such as the influx of Rohingyas and Bangladeshis. Investigative coverage extended to public healthcare as well, unearthing shocking lapses in Bihar’s largest hospital, highlighting Chhattisgarh’s health system on the brink of collapse, and documenting the distress migration of villagers in Kamaliya, Madhya Pradesh, due to severe water shortages.

The channel’s reporting on the denial of treatment to Ayushman cardholders in Chhattisgarh even reached the Assembly, underscoring its impact.

Adding another layer to its anniversary celebrations, Live Times launched a unique initiative — ‘Voices of Experience: Advice for Future Journalists’ — engaging senior journalists from across India’s media spectrum. These seasoned voices shared their wisdom for the next generation, stressing the timeless principles of journalism: rigorous fact-checking, the courage to question authority, patience, passion, credibility, and a relentless commitment to grassroots reporting.