The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (MIB) has called a stakeholders’ meeting on June 27 to discuss various issues relating to MSOs and cable operators, including the important matter of the National Register of LCOs. Other issues that have been listed for discussion include ways to increase penetration of broadband in rural areas and how LCOs can play an important role....
The News Broadcasters Federation has applauded the Monday’s Delhi High Court order directing about 15 multi-system operators to restore the transmission of TV9 Telugu, Saakshi TV, 10TV, and NTV news channel, among others, which had been taken off-air from June 6 in Andhra Pradesh. This landmark ruling addresses the unilateral and illegal blackout of these channels....
Tata Play, India’s largest direct-to-home (DTH) TV operator, reported a significant financial setback for the fiscal year 2024, with losses ballooning over three-fold due to increased competitive pressures in its core DTH business. According to the company’s regulatory filings, Tata Play posted a net loss of ₹354 crore for the fiscal year ended March 31, compared to ₹105 crore the previous year.
Moneycontrol yesterday said it bolstered its position as India’s top business news platform, beating The Economic Times across key digital metrics, citing Comscore data for May 2024 (India ComScore MMX). Moneycontrol led with 41.82 million unique visitors, surpassing Economictimes.com’s 38.9 million. In terms of page views, Moneycontrol retained its lead in May, at 367 million...
Spectrum worth over Rs 96,000 crore will be on the block as auctions across eight bands will begin today, with telecom operators Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea vying for radio waves crucial for 5G mobile services. The last spectrum auction was held in August 2022, which, for the first time, included radio waves for 5G services....
Sony Sports Network has announced that it has secured the exclusive television and digital broadcast rights for the much-anticipated India tour of Zimbabwe. This exciting five-match T20I series will take place in Harare from July 6 to July 14, 2024, bringing a fresh wave of cricket fever to fans across both nations.
Nick India has unveiled its latest initiative, the ‘Stick with Nick’ campaign, aimed at deepening its integration into the lives of its young audience by providing a rich, multi-platform entertainment experience. This new campaign highlights Nick’s ongoing commitment to creativity, innovation, and engaging content. For over a decade, Nick has been a go-to brand for kids’ entertainment in India, with beloved shows like ‘Motu Patlu’...
Prime Video, India’s leading entertainment platform, has announced the launch of Crunchyroll, the ultimate anime destination, on Prime Video Channels. This new offering allows Prime members in India to subscribe to Crunchyroll for Rs.79 per month, providing access to over 800 anime titles, including the latest shows and movies released in Japan.
The highly anticipated third installment of the heart-warming family drama series, ‘Ardaas Sarbat De Bhale Di,’ starring Gippy Grewal, Jasmin Bhasin, and Gurpreet Singh Ghuggi, unveiled its teaser yesterday. The one-minute and thirteen-second preview offers a poignant glimpse into the lives and struggles of its characters, emphasizing the powerful and unifying act of Ardaas, a heartfelt prayer, IANS reported.
Discovery+ premiered its latest docu-drama, ‘Last Secrets of Humankind,’ yesterday, promising an enthralling exploration of human ancestry and prehistoric life in the Asian jungle. This two-part, 90-minute series will also air on discovery channel on Mondays, captivating audiences with its rich historical narrative and stunning visuals.