Tonight’s Must-Watch TV: Amol Rajan Delves Into Grief and Faith Along the Ganges

Amol Rajan’s Journey to the Ganges

9pm, BBC One
Since the loss of his father three years ago, journalist Amol Rajan has felt a profound sense of loss. Observing his mother, who practices Hinduism, Rajan noticed she possessed a set of emotional tools he seemed to be missing. Questioning whether his secular lifestyle might be influencing his grief, he decides to visit India during the Kumbh Mela, a major Hindu festival. The experience is intense and emotional, especially as he encounters many older men who remind him of his father. Tragedy strikes when a crowd crush leads to 30 fatalities. Amidst this sorrow, Rajan seeks understanding and perhaps closure. Phil Harrison

Entrepreneurial Challenges

8pm, U&W
This new show offers a lively spin on the business pitch format, reminiscent of Dragons’ Den but with a transatlantic flair. Watch as a group of driven women entrepreneurs, ranging from food truck owners to lingerie designers, present their side projects to potential backers like Emma Grede of Good American and celebrity model Ashley Graham, aiming to turn their part-time pursuits into full-time businesses. The competition is fierce, and not all will secure the needed investments, adding to the high-stakes atmosphere. PH

Examining the Safety of Electric Vehicles

8pm, Channel 5
Technology journalist Georgie Barrat explores the exciting yet potentially hazardous world of electric vehicles (EVs). As the UK plans to ban new petrol and diesel cars by 2030, this segment aims to provide a fair assessment of EV safety, addressing common fears such as the risk of vehicles catching fire. Ali Catterall

Long Lost Family: Uncovering Hidden Beginnings

9pm, ITV1
This emotional series continues to provide revelations for individuals abandoned at birth. Hosts Davina McCall and Nicky Campbell assist two more adoptees. Jon, left in 1984 and briefly named Harry after the prince born around that time, and Tina, found outside a hospital in Stoke-on-Trent in 1970, seek to uncover the truths of their origins. Nicole Vassell

The Heist of Kim Kardashian’s Jewels

9pm, BBC Three
The notorious 2016 robbery in Paris, where thieves targeted Kim Kardashian and made off with €10 million worth of jewelry, is dissected in this detailed account. The dramatic event led to an extensive investigation and a recent trial, all explored through interviews with those close to the case. Graeme Virtue

Murder on the Doorstep: Chilling Case of the Clown

9pm, Sky Crime
This series delves into one of the most bizarre murder cases on record. In 1990, Marlene Warren was fatally shot at her doorstep in Florida by an assailant dressed as a clown. This episode unpacks the peculiar and terrifying details surrounding the case. PH