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Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Ketan Mehta collaborate for ‘Jai Somnath’

Acclaimed filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali has joined hands with veteran director Ketan Mehta for ‘Jai Somnath’, an ambitious historical drama based on a significant chapter of Indian history. The film will revisit events from 1025–1026 AD, when Mahmud of G...

‘Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani’ won’t have sequel, says Ranbir Kapoor

Ranbir Kapoor has ruled out the possibility of a sequel to his 2013 hit romantic film ‘Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani’, putting an end to long-standing speculation among fans. The actor addressed the demand for a second instalment during a special Valentine’s Day Instagram Live session on the official ARKS account, where he spoke about the film’s en...

Mirchi launches ‘Jal Vaani’ with National Water Mission to promote conservation

India’s growing concerns around water shortages, polluted rivers and irregular supply have brought the issue of conservation into sharper focus. Against this backdrop, Mirchi has launched ‘Mirchi Jal Vaani’, a nationwide radio initiative in association with the National Water Mission and the Ministry of Jal Shakti. The campaign is currently b...

‘Ginny Wedss Sunny 2’ set for April 24 theatrical release

The makers of ‘Ginny Wedss Sunny 2’ have announced that the romantic comedy, starring Avinash Tiwary, will hit theatres on April 24. The upcoming film also features Medha Shankr, known for her performance in ‘12th Fail’, in a leading role. ...

Sony takes ‘Indian Idol’ to Abu Dhabi’s picturesque Yas Island

Marking a milestone, Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) is taking ‘Indian Idol’ beyond India as its maiden international edition will be set on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. Adding to the extravaganza and elevating the ‘Yaadon Ki Playlist’ experience, renowned Indian playback singer and composer Madhubanti Bagch...

Zee Tamil to air ‘Middle Class’ on Feb 15

Zee Tamil is set to premiere the family entertainer ‘Middle Class’ on February 15 at 4.30 pm, bringing a slice-of-life drama centred on everyday aspirations and struggles to television audiences. The film revolves around a typical middle-class household a...

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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!