Started with much rigour during Doordarshan days, Aaj Tak has lost both its sheen and purpose. The only code of ethics remains is that of commercial profitability.
Today group has other major publications which still hold their mettle against others like India Today magazine, but with this venture they have failed to live up to the expectations.
People argue that channels show what people want to see, but why forget that if no one tries to enlighten, people will stay ignorant. Hindi news channels are not doing any service by showing shows with superstitious beliefs and crappy stories just to fill time. It feels more like watching a circus with anchors flailing their arms like wild goose while shouting on top of their voices to showcase the breaking news.
Similar trends are visible in other hindi news channels too. Although NDTV India is a bit tolerable.
The attached picture sums up all that the channel is today, make your own judgement.