DD to install 40 4K cameras for live broadcast

Nearly 40 cameras will be installed by Doordarshan at various locations in Ayodhya, including the new Ram temple complex, for live coverage of the consecration ceremony which will be broadcast in cutting-edge 4K technology, a top official has said. Besides the main temple premises, the national broadcaster will beam live visuals on different channels from Ram ki Paidi near Saryu ghat

Prannoy Roy back in media play with deKoder

NDTV founder Prannoy Roy and wife Radhika, who ceded control of the company to billionaire Gautam Adnai’s conglomerate, are back in the media realm with a new product, deKoder, an AI-enabled platform for elections-related data. In a YouTube post, Prannoy said that deKoder was  an AI-based website and an app. While the pre-launch is slated for January 15, the formal launch is to take place within a week.

Strike-delayed Emmys gets ready to honour best of TV

The Emmy Awards, normally one of Hollywood’s September red-carpet rituals, will take the stage on Monday in a strike-delayed ceremony to honour the best of television. HBO‘s ‘Succession’, about the wealthy but miserable Roy family, leads all nominees with 27 nods. It is widely expected to win its third best-drama trophy. Most shows on the list come from streaming services, which grabbed their highest share of nominations ever, a Reuters report said.

Prime Video global job cuts arrive in Asia; India focus intact

Amazon Prime Video is reassessing its South East Asia content strategy, cutting back on original shows and people, while vowing to remain bullish in other Asian markets, including India, which is a big playground for the streamer. According to a report in Deadline, which quotes an internal company note from Prime Video’s Singapore-based Vice President..

SPN launches bilingual coverage of Australian Open with #SlamOfTheGreats campaign

Sony Sports Network announced its continued association with the prestigious Australian Open, bringing the electrifying LIVE telecast of the 2024 edition to tennis enthusiasts across India. The tournament, scheduled from Sunday, 14 January 2024, to Sunday, 28 January 2024

WBD secures Yonex Sunrise India Open broadcast rights

Warner Bros. Discovery announced the acquisition of exclusive broadcast rights for the BWF Yonex Sunrise India Open. The country’s Super 750 badminton tournament on the BWF World Tour will see some of the world’s top Shuttlers compete at New Delhi’s K. D. Jadhav Indoor Hall from January 16 – 21 – and viewers can catch all the LIVE action on Eurosport India.

Prabhas Unveils Next Blockbuster: ‘The Raja Saab’

On the heels of the success of ‘Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire,’ actor Prabhas has officially announced his upcoming project, ‘The Raja Saab,’ marking the auspicious occasion of Pongal. Described as a ‘spellbinding romantic horror entertainer,’ the film will be helmed by director Maruthi, renowned for hits like ‘Prati Roju Pandage’ and ‘Prema Katha Chitram.’

Colors Bangla launches cinema’s ‘Full Golmal’

In a world where everyday life can be overwhelming, Colors Bangla Cinema is here to turn that frown upside down with its latest offering, Full Golmal. Brace yourselves for an unparalleled riot of laughter as we present blockbuster films featuring the biggest stars, promising five days of pure unadulterated fun from January 15 to 19, 2024, at 4:00 PM.

Radio City launches ‘Music Fest – Desi Vibe’

Radio City is set to enchant music lovers with the launch of Radio City Music Fest – Desi Vibe. The show features a stellar lineup of 8 prominent artists across different genres, this musical extravaganza assures to be a soul-stirring experience for listeners nationwide. The impressive roster of artists for Music Fest Chapter 1 comprised of music maestros such as Ankit Tiwari...

Apple to shut down Siri AI team

Apple Inc. is shutting a 121-person team related to artificial intelligence operations in San Diego, leaving many employees at risk of termination, according to people familiar with the matter. The group, known as Data Operations Annotations, was told Wednesday that they would be relocating to Austin to merge with the Texas portion of the same team, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the plans haven’t been announced, IANS reported.