IBDF

IBDF backs TV rating reforms, seeks more time for rollout

The Indian Broadcasting and Digital Foundation (IBDF) has broadly supported the new television rating guidelines issued by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB), while urging the government to allow more time for implementing key provisions, according to people aware of the discussions. As per an E...


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MIB advises ZEE5 to hold gangster documentary release

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has advised OTT platform ZEE5 not to release a controversial gangster-based documentary, citing serious concerns around public order and the potential glorification of crime. The directive comes amid heightened scrutiny of digital content that could influence public...


AI

Centre sets up AI governance body to steer national strategy

The Government of India has constituted the AI Governance and Economic Group (AIGEG), a high-level inter-ministerial body aimed at shaping and coordinating the country’s approach to artificial intelligence governance, policy development and economic alignment. According to a PIB release, the initiative by the Ministry of Electronics and Infor...


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Devinder Kumar named CVO of Prasar Bharati

The Centre has appointed Devinder Kumar as the Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO) of Prasar Bharati, formalising a key oversight role within India’s public broadcasting network. The appointment was cleared through an official order issued by the Department of Personnel and Training under the