Upping the ante, Paramount sues WBD for more Netflix deal info

Paramount Skydance yesterday sued Warner Bros Discovery for more information on a rival $82.7 billion deal with Netflix, escalating a battle to take control of one of the most storied Hollywood studios. The David Ellison-led company also said it plans to nominate ‌directors to Warner Bros Discovery’s board,...

GTPL Hathway reports 14% rise in PBT, revenue grows 5% in Q3 FY26

GTPL Hathway Limited, India’s largest digital cable  TV service provider and a leading broadband player, has reported steady financial performance for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, with Profit Before Tax (PBT) rising 14 per cent year-on-year in Q3 FY26. The company announced its results on January 12...

NDTV Masterstroke Art Awards jury convenes to shape cultural honour

The Grand Jury of the NDTV Masterstroke Art Awards meets today, January 13, 2026, marking a significant step towards recognising artistic excellence and deepening the cultural conversation around Indian art and culture.

Devendra Fadnavis unveils News18 Marathi’s new brand identity

News18 Lokmat has been officially rebranded as News18 Marathi, with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis unveiling the channel’s new brand identity, marking a significant milestone in its journey within the state’s media landscape. The refreshed identity reflects the channel’s sharpened focus...

NDTV heads to Davos to bring India’s voice into global dialogue

Each January, the Swiss town of Davos becomes the meeting point for policymakers, business leaders and institutions shaping the global economic narrative. This year, NDTV will return to the annual World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting with on-ground coverage from January 19 to 23, 2026, positioning India firmly within the world’s most influential conversations.

Prime Video promotes Kali Sayak Mukherjee to APAC-ANZ Creative Head

Prime Video and Amazon MGM Studios have expanded Kali Sayak Mukherjee’s leadership mandate, appointing him Head, Creative Marketing for the APAC and ANZ regions.

Zee 24 Ghanta rolls out ‘24 Ghanta Dekhun Prize Jitun’ to reward loyal viewers

Zee 24 Ghanta has launched a new viewer engagement initiative titled ‘24 Ghanta Dekhun Prize Jitun’ (Watch 24 Ghanta & Win Prizes), aimed at rewarding audiences who regularly tune in to the channel’s news programming. 

Srijith Jagdish made SVP-Entertainment of ad sales at JioStar

Srijith Jagdish has stepped into a new role as Senior Vice President – Entertainment Ad Sales at JioStar, taking on a wider mandate within the company’s commercial leadership.

Ofcom opens investigation into Grok’s sexualised, illegal content

The United Kingdom’s independent online safety watchdog, Ofcom, yesterday opened a formal investigation into micro-blogging site X under the UK’s Online Safety Act to determine whether it has complied with its duties to protect people in the UK from content that is illegal in the country.

MX Player unveils reality show ‘Bharat Ke Super Founders’ trailer

Amazon MX Player yesterday unveiled the trailer of its upcoming entrepreneurial reality series, ‘Bharat Ke Super Founders’ that starts  streaming from January 16. The show offers an exciting glimpse into a high-stakes pitch room where ambition is tested, ideas are scrutinised, and real investment decisions are made, a media statement from the streamer said.

Shemaroo acquires ‘Chatha Pacha’ for global release

Shemaroo Entertainment has strengthened its push into large-scale regional cinema by partnering with Reel World Entertainment for the worldwide distribution of the upcoming Malayalam action-entertainer ‘Chatha Pacha – The Ring of Rowdies’. Slated for a theatrical release on January 22, 2026.

Zee ties up with Kabaddi Champions League Haryana to take ‘Mitti Ka Khel’ nationwide

Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited has announced a landmark broadcast partnership with the Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) Haryana, bringing professional kabaddi from the heartland to screens across India.

Meta names Dina Powell McCormick as President and Vice Chairman

Meta has appointed Dina Powell McCormick as President and Vice Chairman, bringing seasoned financial, geopolitical and strategic leadership into its top executive ranks as the company enters a more capital-intensive phase of growth driven by large-scale AI and infrastructure ambitions.

CNN-News18 launches ‘Ballot Maximum City’ ahead of crucial BMC elections

With the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections set to take place on January 15, CNN-News18 has rolled out an expansive on-ground coverage initiative titled ‘Ballot Maximum City’, aimed at decoding one of the most significant civic battles in India’s financial capital.

‘One Battle…’, ‘Hamnet ’, actor Chamlet bag top Globe honours

Dark comedy ‘One Battle After Another’ and ‘Hamnet’, a story about William Shakespeare’s grief over the death of his son, claimed the top prizes on Sunday (January 11) at the Golden Globes, one of the first major ceremonies in Hollywood’s annual awards season.

Yas Island Abu Dhabi, Holiday Tribe launch #MyYasVibes creator campaign

Yas Island Abu Dhabi has partnered with travel-tech brand Holiday Tribe to roll out #MyYasVibes, a new creator-led campaign that brings the destination’s thrill, adventure and entertainment offerings to Indian audiences through immersive storytelling.

Ykone, BarCode and Mirror Mirror come together to form integrated group ‘One’

Global influencer marketing leader Ykone has announced a strategic merger with Paris-based creative production house Mirror Mirror to form a new integrated group named ‘One’, marking a significant expansion of its creative and execution capabilities in India.

Ultra Play celebrates Shakti Samanta’s 100th with Film Fest

As Hindi cinema remembers one of its most influential filmmakers, Ultra Play, the Hindi-language OTT platform from Ultra Media & Entertainment Group, has announced ‘Shakti Samanta@100: A Celebration of Timeless Cinema’ to commemorate the legendary director’s 100th birth anniversary on January 13.

Samsung, Netflix roll out exclusive ‘Stranger Things’ theme for Galaxy users

Samsung Electronics has partnered with Netflix to launch an exclusive ‘Stranger Things’ theme and wallpaper collection for Samsung Galaxy users, timed with the release of the final season of the globally popular series.

Herbalife continues support to women’s cricket via WPL 2026

Herbalife India, a health and wellness company, yesterday said it is continuing its association with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) as the Official Nutrition Partner for the TATA Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 season.

ANZ signs multi-year deal for Australian Open 2026 edition

Australia and New Zealand Banking Group, popularly known as ANZ, has expanded its partnership with Tennis Australia becoming the Official Bank of the Australian Open in a landmark multi-year global agreement.