Zee forms advisory panel to counter investor wealth erosion

Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd yesterday said its board has constituted an independent advisory committee headed by Satish Chandra, retired judge of Allahabad High Court, to curb erosion of its investor wealth in the wake of speculations, leading to negative public opinion of the company. According to a PTI dispatch from New Delhi, earlier this week, media reports said market regulator Sebi has found financial

Prashant Kishore holds forth on BJP, Cong performances in polls

Poll strategist Prashant Kishor, who has worked closely with the BJP in its successful 2014 election campaign and several other political parties since then, predicts he doesn’t see the Congress party getting 100 seats or more in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. In an exclusive interview with Navika Kumar, Group Editor-in-Chief, Times Now and Times Now

Weak advertising, Hollywood stirs hit WBD Q4 revenue

Warner Bros Discovery (WBD) reported a bigger-than-expected quarterly loss yesterday, as the media conglomerate battled a weak advertising market and the fallout of the twin Hollywood strikes on content generation. The results, according to a Reuters report, highlight the challenges faced by Hollywood after the strikes by writers and actors paralyzed production for months before ending..

Ideas of India Summit 3.0 ignites discussions on ‘The People’s Agenda’ on Day 1

The inaugural day of the ‘Ideas of India’ Summit 3.0 unfolded with Avinash Pandey, CEO of ABP Network, setting the stage for profound conversations on the nation’s trajectory. Diverse sessions explored crucial themes, including the roadmap to a 30 trillion-dollar economy by 2047, the empowerment of women in STEM fields,..

PVR INOX congratulates Jio Studios for ‘Article 370’ success

PVRINOX Pictures has congratulated Jio Studios for the box-office triumph of the film ‘Article 370.’ The film, premiered recently, has rapidly achieved widespread acclaim and significant financial success, making it a must-watch nationwide, PVR INOX said in a press release today. “ARTICLE 370 has become a cinematic sensation, captivating audiences in 1509 carefully selected..

Sony Music India reports 11% net profit growth, reaches Rs 227 crore in FY23

Sony Music Entertainment India (SMEI) posted an 11.27 percent increase in net profit at Rs 227 crore for the fiscal ended March 2023. The company had recorded a net profit of Rs 204 crore in the previous fiscal, The Economic Times reported. According to the company’s financial data sourced by Tofler, operating revenue increased 26 percent to Rs 745 crore, with 64 percent..

ET NOW Swadesh announces ‘Tax Mahakumbh’

ET NOW Swadesh, a leading Hindi business news channel, is set to unveil a  new initiative, ‘Tax Mahakumbh,’ on February 24 from 11 AM to 2 PM. This campaign aims to simplify the intricacies of tax planning, providing expert advice and insights from distinguished financial planners and renowned tax experts, the business news channel said in a press release.

Airtel Digital TV, CMEPL launch ‘Anime Booth’

Bharti Airtel (Airtel) has teamed up with Culver Max Entertainment Private Limited (CMEPL) to introduce ‘Anime Booth,’ revolutionizing anime viewing in India. The linear service, initially available in Hindi, promises uninterrupted and ad-free anime content, catering to the fervent fanbase of anime enthusiasts. Accessible through Airtel’s DTH services, including Airtel Digital TV and Airtel Xstream TV, ‘Anime Booth’

India Fashion Awards, WION unveil 4th edition

The grand stage at the St. Regis Hotel, Mumbai, witnessed the convergence of glamour and sustainability as the fourth edition of the India Fashion Awards (IFA) unfolded its spectacular two-day event in collaboration with WION. Themed ‘Fashion for Good’, the occasion not only celebrated the pinnacle of design excellence but also marked a significant stride towards a more sustainable and responsible future for the Indian fashion industry.

Planet Marathi OTT presents ‘Ubhya Ubhya’

Planet Marathi OTT is set to unleash a wave of laughter with its latest offering, ‘Ubhya Ubhya,’ a celebrity-packed stand-up comedy show that promises to be a riot of entertainment. The series, featuring an ensemble cast of 12 diverse artists, including renowned actors, digital sensations, and stand-up maestros, is scheduled to stream on Planet Marathi OTT starting March 1, 2024.