History of CNN (1980–2003) History of CNN (1980–2003) Cable News Network (CNN), an American basic cable and satellite television channel that is owned by the Turner Broadcasting System division of Time Warner, was founded in 1980 by Ted Turner and 25 other original members, who invested $20 million into the network. Upon its launch, CNN became the first channel to provide 24-hour television news coverage, and was the first all-news television network in the United States. This article discusses the history of CNN, beginning with the June 1980 launch of the channel. Four years before CNN's launch, in December 1976, Ted Turner turned his
CNN-IBN Indian of the Year was introduced in the ninth edition, where one awardee was chosen from the 35 nominees across categories basis the votes received from public through Facebook. 1. "2007" Lifetime Achievement - R K Laxman "Cartoonist"<br> 2. "2008" Lifetime Achievement - Dilip Kumar "Actor" 3. "2009" Lifetime Achievement - Pandit Ravi Shankar 4. "2010" Lifetime Achievement - M. S. Swaminathan<br> 5. "2011" Lifetime Achievement - Verghese Kurien 6. "2013" Lifetime Achievement - Heroes of Rezang La, 1962 7. "2013" Outstanding Achievement - Leander Paes 8. 2014 Winners 8. 2015 Winners 10. 2017 Winners NDTV Indian of the Year CNN-IBN Indian of the