MIB extends by 4 weeks ban on news channels’ TRP by BARC India

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) has directed the Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) India to immediately withhold the reporting of Television Rating Points (TRPs) for news TV channels

Global content piracy new face of mafia; 67% Indians know link: Report

A new report by the US-based Digital Citizens Alliance (DCA) and IP House warns that global piracy networks have evolved into a sophisticated, borderless form of organized crime, mirroring and in some cases refining traditional criminal syndicates in scale, structure, and operations.

Flamboyant founder of CNN, philanthropist Ted Turner dies at 87

Ted Turner, the brash sportsman and entrepreneur whose ambition and instincts led to a media empire that included groundbreaking news network CNN, has died, CNN reported yesterday citing a press release from Turner Enterprises. He was 87.

Disney exceeds forecasts; Jan-Mar ’26 quarter revenues $25.2bn

Walt Disney exceeded Wall Street’s quarterly earnings estimates yesterday as streaming and theme park revenue rose, and new Chief Executive Josh D’Amaro reiterated that the company expected growth to accelerate in the second half of the fiscal ‌year.

TRAI extends submission date for satcom spectrum consultations

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) yesterday extended the submission date for consultation on ‘Framework for Satellite Communication Network Authorisation,

Ex-CEO Prasar Bharati Shashi Vempati named CBFC chief

The Indian Government yesterday announced that Shashi Shekhar Vempati will be the new Chairperson of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), succeeding Prasoon Joshi who was named last week national broadcaster Prasar Bharati’s chief.

NDTV tops YouTube election coverage race

NDTV emerged as one of the biggest winners in digital election coverage this year, with both its English and Hindi news channels recording strong viewership numbers during the high-stakes election results day on May 4.

Network18 tops counting day with 2M+ peak YouTube viewers

Network18 delivered a commanding performance on election counting day, emerging as one of the most-watched destinations for live news coverage across digital platforms.

‘Matka King’ S2 announced after strong global response on Prime Video

Prime Video has officially announced that its breakout original series ‘Matka King’ will return for a second season after the show delivered a strong global performance following its release last month.

Prime Video to integrate MX Player into unified streaming platform

Prime Video is set to significantly expand its footprint in India’s streaming market by integrating Amazon MX Player into its platform, bringing together free and paid content offerings under a single entertainment destination.

Raghav Raj Kodesia joins Netflix to lead Original Films and Acquisitions

Netflix has strengthened its India content leadership team with the appointment of Raghav Raj Kodesia as Lead – Original Films and Acquisitions, where he will work across the streaming platform’s films slate as the company continues to expand its local storytelling ambitions.

Amagi launches in-content ad marketplace to expand CTV advertising push

Streaming technology company Amagi has expanded its connected TV advertising strategy with the launch of an in-content advertising marketplace through its ADS Plus platform

ZEE Bhojpuri Samman 2026 to celebrate Bhojpuri icons in Patna

Zee Media is set to host ZEE Bhojpuri Samman 2026 in Patna on May 8, bringing together some of the biggest names from Bhojpuri cinema, music,

Bigg Boss Marathi 6’ finale tops Marathi reality genre

‘Bigg Boss Marathi Season 6’ has ended on a high note, with its grand finale emerging as the highest-rated show in the Marathi reality television space. Hosted by Riteish Deshmukh, the season delivered strong television

‘Legally Blonde’ prequel ‘Elle’ gets July 1 premiere date

Prime Video has unveiled the official teaser trailer and exclusive first-look images of ‘Elle’, the upcoming prequel series to the popular Legally Blonde franchise.

Fevicol new TVC ‘Kursi Pe Nazar’ puts chair as symbol of aspiration

Pidilite Industries Limited yesterday unveiled its latest Fevicol television commercial, ‘Kursi Pe Nazar’, a film anchored in a sharply observed, unmistakably Indian cultural insight.

AAAI to mark 80 years, brings industry together on May 19

The Advertising Agencies Association of India (AAAI) is set to celebrate a significant milestone as it completes 80 years on May 19, 2026.

Lakshvir Singh pushed limits training as hockey player for ‘Lukkhe’

After drawing attention for his performance in ‘Paatal Lok’, actor Lakshvir Singh is set to return with a far more intense and physically demanding role in ‘Lukkhe’.

Ashutosh Gowariker to direct docu-drama ‘Temple Raiders’

Filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker is set to helm a new four-part docu-drama series titled ‘Temple Raiders’, which will delve into the theft and global trafficking of India’s sacred temple artefacts.

Kareena, Salman team up for Raj-DK’s next film, a love story

After a brief gap from the big screen, Kareena Kapoor Khan is set to return with a new film alongside Salman Khan, in a project directed by filmmaker duo Raj Nidimoru and Krishna D.K., popularly known as Raj-DK.