Cameron most expensive overseas player; uncapped Indians get high IPL bids

Australia all-rounder Cameron Green became the most expensive overseas player in the Indian Premier League (IPL), after Kolkata Knight Riders signed him for 252 million Indian rupees ($2.77 million) at the player auction for the 2026 season in Abu Dhabi yesterday.

Prasar Bharati invites hardware bids to strengthen DD infra

Prasar Bharati has invited open e-tenders for the supply of non-linear editing systems for the Doordarshan network, as part of its efforts to strengthen broadcast production and post-production infrastructure across the country.

Saregama invests $36mn in Bhansali Prod.; to up stake to 51% by 2030

Saregama India will acquire 9,960 shares of Bhansali Productions for $35.8 million, the music label said yesterday, and also outlined a plan to take a 51 percent majority stake in the Bollywood movie studio by fiscal 2030...

Neeraj Ghaywan’s ‘Homebound’ advances in Oscar race

Neeraj Ghaywan’s film ‘Homebound’ has progressed to the next stage of voting in the International Feature Film category at the 98th Academy Awards, placing India’s official entry among the 15 films still in contention for Oscars 2026. The development marks a key moment for the film as it continues its run on the global awards circuit.

UK to review BBC’s funding; looks to ‘future-proof’ b’caster

Britain launched a review into the BBC’s funding yesterday, seeking to “future-proof” the broadcaster which is reeling from a lawsuit launched by US President Donald Trump who sued the broadcaster for up to $10 billion in damages over edited clips of a speech..

World Tennis League unveils inaugural India season partner lineup

The World Tennis League (WTL) is set to begin its inaugural India season on a high note, announcing a comprehensive line-up of partners that will support the league across competition, operations and fan engagement....

Ofcom identifies 15 CTV platforms for PSB’s wider distribution

British communications regulator Ofcom is recommending to the United Kingdom’s government that 15 connected  TV platforms, known as television selection services, should be designated by officials as it is critical viewers...

Jio rolls out ‘Happy New Year 2026’ recharge plans

Reliance Jio has unveiled its ‘Happy New Year 2026’ recharge offers, introducing a new set of annual, monthly and flexi plans aimed at users seeking high data benefits, bundled OTT subscriptions and premium AI services....

Tata Play Cartoon Network Forever rings in Christmas with classic toon specials

Tata Play Cartoon Network Forever is set to turn this festive season into a nostalgic celebration with a special Christmas programming block featuring some of the most loved Cartoon Network classics...

Aamir Khan Productions to release docu ‘Sitaaron Ke Sitaare’

Aamir Khan Productions is set to present a new documentary titled ‘Sitaaron Ke Sitaare’, offering a heartfelt look into the lives and journeys of the parents whose children featured in the film ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’....