Indian streaming ecosystem strong: Anurag Thakur@Cannes

Indian streaming ecosystem strong: Anurag Thakur@Cannes

India's OTT market is set to grow at 21 per cent every year, Minister for Information and Broadcasting Anurag Thakur said on Thursday at Cannes even as he invited foreign producers to shoot films and other projects in the country. Speaking at the "India Forum" at Palais des Festivals in Cannes, the Minister said a...


Airtel re-appoints Gopal Vittal as MD, CEO

Airtel re-appoints Gopal Vittal as MD, CEO

Bharti Airtel (Airtel), India’s premier communications solutions provider, Wednesday said that its board has reappointed Gopal Vittal as Managing Director & CEO for a further period of five years ending on January 31, 2028.

“We wish to inform you that based on the recommendations of HR & nomination commi...


5G roll out in India: Assessment and recommendations for Cable Headends.

At Cannes, India unveils 30% filming sops for global shoots

After a delegation, led by MIB Minister Anurag Thakur walked the red carpet at Cannes, India on Wednesday rolled out the red carpet for foreign filmmakers to shoot in the country by offering incentives of up to Rs 2.5 crore for co-production and hiring local manpower in such ventures.


Pradeep Hejmadi joins SET as Head-Business Operations

Pradeep Hejmadi joins SET as Head-Business Operations

Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) has appointed Pradeep Hejmadi as Head-Business Operations for Sony Entertainment Television (SET). He will report to Danish Khan, EVP & Business Head – SET, Sony LIV, and StudioNext. The company has also roped in Rakesh Chakraborty as Head of Fiction Programming, Strategy, & Insights for SET. ...


IAMAI terms Personal Data Bill industry-friendly

Wider voice tech adoption crucial to bridge digital divide: IAMAI

Wider adoption of voice technology is critical to bridging the digital divide in India. From integrating voice tech in businesses to improving and enhancing customer experiences, voice technology is becoming a major contributor to bringing digital transformation to the country. A unanimous opinion on these lines was shared by industry stalwar...


Dangal TV appoints Bala Iyenger as chief strategy officer

Dangal TV appoints Bala Iyenger as chief strategy officer

Enterr10 Television’s free-to-air GEC Channel Dangal TV has appointed Bala Iyengar as chief strategy officer. Iyenger announced the news on his LinkedIn account with a post, “Happy to announce I have joined Dangal TV channel and Enterr10 network as Chief Strategy Officer. Seek all your good wishes.” Iyengar was previously the chief operati...