Over 4 lakh PM-WANI Wi-Fi hotspots operational: Telecoms Minister Scindia

More than 4.09 lakh public Wi-Fi hotspots have been made operational across the country under the Prime Minister’s Wi-Fi Access Network Interface or PM-WANI scheme, the government informed the Rajya Sabha yesterday.

DD Free Dish clocks Rs.1,060 crore revenue, reaches 49 mn homes

Prasar Bharati’s free-to-air DTH platform DD Free Dish continues to anchor the broadcaster’s financial performance, generating Rs.1,060.71 crore in revenue for the financial year 2024–25 while expanding its reach to nearly 49 million households across India.

Network18 tops YouTube news viewership charts in March 2026

Network18 has emerged as a dominant force in India’s digital news space, with its channels delivering record-breaking YouTube viewership in March 2026 across multiple genres, including English, Hindi, and business news.

Netflix’s hunt for everlasting franchises to continue after failed WBD bid

After losing its bid for Warner Bros Discovery’s rich trove of characters and stories, Netflix is forging ahead with the challenging work of building culture-defining franchises on its own.

Navika Kumar named Group Editor-in-Chief; Zakka Jacob heads  Times Now

Times Group has announced a major editorial reshuffle, elevating Navika Kumar to the role of Group Editor-in-Chief while appointing Zakka Jacob as Managing Editor of Times Now, marking a significant shift in leadership across its news network.

‘Mamla Legal Hai2’ promises more laughs, say actors Joshi, Bisht

Actors Anant Joshi and Nidhi Bisht are all set to return with the second season of ‘Mamla Legal Hai’, and the duo says the new installment brings even more fun, humour, and engaging character dynamics to the courtroom comedy.

Network18 reshuffles leadership to strengthen multi-platform strategy

Network18 has announced a wide-ranging reshuffle of its editorial leadership, expanding roles across social, digital, connected TV (CTV) and linear platforms as it looks to sharpen coordination in a rapidly evolving media landscape.

Zee Kannada to launch non-fiction show ‘Jodi No.1’ on April 4

Zee Kannada is set to strengthen its weekend entertainment slate with the launch of its new non-fiction show ‘Jodi No.1’, which will premiere on April 4 at 9pm. The show brings together celebrity couples in a format that celebrates love, compatibility, and relationships through a mix of engaging and entertaining challenges.

Pratilipi launches Double Tap Films, unveils 150+ microdramas

Pratilipi has announced the launch of Double Tap Films, positioning it as India’s first data-backed microdrama studio aimed at redefining short-form storytelling for mobile-first audiences. 

Walt Disney Co. unveils Earth Month slate led by NatGeo premieres

The Walt Disney Company has announced a global ‘Step into Wonder’ campaign for Earth Month, headlined by new National Geographic and Disneynature premieres including ‘Secrets of the Bees’ and ‘Orangutan’, alongside curated programming on Disney+.

ABBY Awards ’26 gets Das, Khazanchi, Ramaswamy as  Jury Chairs

The Ad Club (TAC) has announced the appointment of Rajdeepak Das, Ashish Khazanchi, and Anupama Ramaswamy as Jury Chairs for the ABBY Awards 2026 Powered by The One Club | The One Show, bringing together some of the most influential creative leaders in the industry to steer key categories this year.

Airtel crosses 650mn global users, 368 mn in India

Bharti Airtel has crossed a major milestone of 650 million customers globally, reinforcing its position as one of the world’s largest telecom operators. The company, which operates across India and multiple African markets, credited this growth to its expanding digital services portfolio and continued investments in infrastructure.

Guru Randhawa crosses 19.8 bn YouTube views, leads global charts

Guru Randhawa is making a strong mark on the global music stage, clocking an impressive 19.8 billion views on YouTube and emerging as one of the most-watched Punjabi artists worldwide.

Sony LIV to premiere Marathi film ‘Toh Ti Ani Fuji’ on April 10

Sony Pictures Networks India has acquired the worldwide rights for the Marathi-language romance ‘Toh Ti Ani Fuji’ (‘Main, Woh Aur Fuji’), with the film set for an exclusive direct-to-digital premiere on Sony LIV on April 10, 2026.

‘Kaptaan’ brings gritty crime drama to Amazon MX Player

Amazon MX Player has unveiled its latest original series ‘Kaptaan’, a high-octane crime drama set in the fictional town of Jwalabad, offering viewers a deep dive into a world shaped by power, ambition, and shifting loyalties.