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Govt extends TRP suspension for News Channels

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has extended its directive to withhold Television Rating Points (TRPs) for news channels, asking the Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC India) to continue the suspension for another four weeks or until further orders. The move comes amid concerns over sensational and speculative coverage linked...

‘Bhooth Bangla’ trailer promises horror with comedy twist

The trailer of ‘Bhooth Bangla’ has been unveiled, offering a lively glimpse into a horror-comedy that blends supernatural elements with classic slapstick humour. Headlined by Akshay Kumar and directed by Priyadarshan, the film is set to hit theatres on April 16. According to an ANI report, the three-minute-long trailer introduces aud...

‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ trailer unveiled

The makers of ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ have released the final trailer, offering a glimpse into a high-stakes narrative that brings back one of fashion cinema’s most iconic characters while placing her in a rapidly evolving, digital-first world. Nearly two decades after the orig...

Remo D’Souza plans ‘ABCD 3’ comeback

Filmmaker and choreographer Remo D'Souza is reportedly gearing up to return to the dance film space with a new project, likely to be titled ‘ABCD 3’. The development signals a possible revival of one of Bollywood’s most recognised dance-based franchises. According to a UNI report, the film is currently in the development stage, with ...

Netflix expands kids lineup, launches ‘Playground’ app

Netflix has announced a major expansion of its kids and preschool entertainment offering, introducing a new interactive app called Netflix Playground alongside fresh content and returning favourites. The move is aimed at creating a more immersive and engaging ecosystem where children can watch, learn and play within a single platform. ...

NDTV Profit launches ‘India Business Report’ at 9pm

NDTV Profit is set to strengthen its prime-time programming with the launch of ‘India Business Report’, a new 9 pm show anchored by Gaurie Dwivedi. The programme premiered on Monday, April 6, and is positioned as a comprehensive end-of-day destination for viewers seeking clarity on key developments across business, economy and global af...

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“This initiative will empower subscribers to pay online and subscribe to the channels they want to watch and get it activated on their TV sets in real-time without any delay. Without needing to undertake any software development, LMOs can approach Mobiezy for their pre-built and pre-integrated solution that uses NXTDigital’s news APIs and can be up and running with their own mobile apps within just a few days.”

RU Ediriwira, Group CTO, NXTDigital Limited

“With the launch of Partnership for Growth 3.0 we intend to expand our network with 40 new NXTHUBs, each offering up to 650 live TV channels and broadband. Our efforts are focused on harnessing the convergence of technologies, developing robust apps and creating new business models that will help the overall ecosystem, delivering the best experience to our subscribers. We hope to achieve a stronger foothold in the rural regions of the country and grow our subscriber base.”

N.K. Rouse, COO, NXT Digital Ltd

“One of the key principles of the Hinduja Group is ‘Partnership for Growth’. After 2.0 saw the launch of HITS to connect LMOs in even the most remote locations through the only satellite-based cable TV platform in India; 3.0 focuses not just on strengthening the overall ecosystem we have built, but harnessing the convergence of technologies – to be delivered through a national network of NXTHUBs. Video and broadband are only the beginning of the digital highway of services that we have developed for roll-out backed by a robust suite of innovative apps developed by service providers exclusively for our LMOs and subscribers.”

Vynsley Fernandes, MD & CEO, NXTDigital Limited

“Wireline broadband is becoming ever more important not only in connecting homes across the country but also small to large enterprises-to the digital economy. The NXTHUBs will be the perfect point-of-presence to offer broadband services to cater to these consumer needs.”

Yugal Kishore Sharma CEO, ONEOTT Intertainment Limited

Amazing and grim battle for survival. Guess it will end up in Supreme Court. All that NCLT asked Zee to do was to file a reply to Invesco petition for a EGM. Now this is getting too serious. So far Invesco has been hammered for demanding an EGM. What is Zee upto? Ofcourse my lawyer community knows better!