MIB Secy: Collabs, innovations, leveraging digital tech to boost M&E sector

While assuring that the government is fully behind India’s media and entertainment (M&E) industry as an enabler for a better business environment, a senior official yesterday said, adding that recent policy decisions taken at the federal and State levels point towards that. “As we move forward, the Government of India’s focus is on creating a conducive environment..

Kerala to unveil Mar 7 India’s first govt-backed OTT platform

Kerala is poised to make waves in the digital entertainment realm with the launch of CSpace, India’s inaugural government-backed OTT platform. Set to debut this Thursday (March 7), the platform aims to deliver a unique blend of informative and entertaining content tailored for the masses, an official statement said on Tuesday, a PTI report from Thiruvananthapuram stated.

India Today Conclave is back with 21st edition on March 15-16

New Delhi is set to host the 21st edition of the India Today Conclave on March 15-16, 2024, themed ‘Brand Bharat: An Assertive Nation in an Uncertain World.’ Against the backdrop of global challenges, the conclave aims to showcase India’s dynamic evolution, highlighting its resilience and leadership in the face of significant disruptions...

Fox, Disney, WBD sports venture targets 5mn subs in 5 years

The sports streaming venture formed by Walt Disney, Warner Bros Discovery and Fox Corp expects to have five million subscribers in its first five years, Fox CEO Lachlan Murdoch said on Monday. The companies last month announced plans for the sports-centric service that is hoping to get younger viewers and will launch later this autumn, Reuters reported.

Instagram, FB down for thousands of users worldwide

In one of the worst outages for Meta in years, its entire family of apps Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and Threads went down for millions across the globe, including in India, as users were thrown out from their accounts. There was no official announcement from the company as to what caused this massive outage across its platforms, IANS reported.

Sushant Sreeram unveils Prime Video India’s vision at Frames

In a compelling FICCI Frames 2024 panel, Sushant Sreeram, Country Director of Prime Video India, discussed the booming streaming landscape in India. In response to questions about streaming trends, Sushant Sreeram highlighted the phenomenal growth of streaming in India, surpassing linear TV viewership. He noted that accessibility, affordability...

WION appoints Pankaj Rai as sales head

World Is One News (WION) has named Pankaj Rai as its Sales Head, a strategic move to enhance marketing efforts and influencer initiatives. Rai brings a wealth of experience from his previous roles at The Q, Gaming Solutions, and The Qyou Network. With an extensive background spanning 17 years in broadcast media sales and digital platforms

Google to temporarily reinstate delisted Indian apps

In response to appeals pending in the Supreme Court, Google announced on Tuesday that it will temporarily reinstate all delisted apps from developers. The move follows a meeting between the government, tech giant Google, and digital startups aimed at resolving the ongoing issue. According to a spokesperson’s statement to IANS

Akshay Kumar presents ‘World’s Tallest Statue’ documentary

In a celebration of unity and national pride, History TV18 is set to premiere its latest documentary, ‘Statue of Unity: Ekta Ka Prateek,’ on March 8th at 8 p.m. The 40-minute film, presented by Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar, pays homage to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the visionary leader behind the integration of 562 princely states into a united India post-independence.

PVR INOX, Isha Centre in pact for Mahashivaratri celebrations

PVR INOX has partnered with Isha Yoga Centre to bring the 30th-year celebrations of Mahashivaratri to cinema screens across India. For the first time ever, the overnight mega event will be broadcast live on March 8, from 6 pm onwards till the permissible cinema operating hours, directly from the Isha Yoga Center in Coimbatore. This live screening extravaganza....