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Spotify, Netflix join hands to bring video podcasts to global audiences

In a landmark collaboration set to reshape the podcasting landscape, Spotify and Netflix are teaming up to bring a curated lineup of video podcasts to the streaming giant’s platform. Starting early 2026, select shows from Spotify Studios and The Ringer will stream on Netflix in the US, with plans to roll out in additional markets soon after. ...

Times Networks, Radio Mirchi join hands for Bihar poll coverage

As Bihar gears up for one of its most anticipated election seasons, Times Network is taking its coverage to a whole new level of energy and engagement. In a first-of-its-kind collaboration, Times Network’s flagship news channels — Times Now and Times Now Navbh...

Tata Play Binge brings a spark of laughter this Diwali

As homes across the country light up with diyas, laughter, and festive cheer, Tata Play Binge is adding another reason to celebrate — a handpicked selection of films perfect for family viewing this Diwali. With a line-up that promises a mix of heart, humor, and emotion, viewers can enjoy stories that brighten up the season just like the glow of ...

Network18 Q2FY26 results: Revenue rises 7% despite weak ad market

Network18 Media & Investments Limited has reported a steady 7.2 percent year-on-year rise in operating revenue for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, reflecting resilience amid a sluggish advertising market. The company’s operating revenue stood at Rs.477.2 crore in Q2 FY26, compared to Rs.445.3 crore in the same period last year and Rs.4...

Rajesh Mapuskar to direct India’s first AI-powered film ‘Chiranjeevi Hanuman – The Eternal’

National Award-winning filmmaker Rajesh Mapuskar is set to helm ‘Chiranjeevi Hanuman – The Eternal’, touted as India’s first AI-driven theatrical film in Hindi.

The movie, produced by Vikram Malhotra’s

SC seeks response from Ilaiyaraaja’s firm on Sony Music’s copyright plea

The Supreme Court on Wednesday sought a response from Ilaiyaraaja Music N Management Pvt Ltd (IMMA) on a plea by Sony Music Entertainment to transfer a fresh copyright dispute to the Bombay High Court, after the music composer’s firm fi...

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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!