Govt says acted on 144 TV programme, ad code breach in 5 years

The Indian government has acted on as many as 144 violations of Programme and Advertising Codes by private television channels over the past five years, with measures ranging from warnings and advisories to off-air orders and cancellation of permission, the Lok Sabha was informed yesterday.

Murugan: Govt. pushing D2M b’casting for mass communication

The government is promoting direct-to-mobile (D2M) broadcasting as a transformative technology to deliver video, audio and data directly to mobile handsets without requiring SIM cards or internet connectivity, the Lok Sabha was informed yesterday.

Overall telecom subs base grows in Feb; b’band tops1.05 bn: TRAI

India’s telecom sector recorded overall growth in February 2026, with total telephone subscribers rising to around 1,314 million and broadband users crossing 1,052 million, reflecting steady expansion in both wireless and internet services, according to data released yesterday by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI).

NDTV scores YouTube hat-trick with three channels

NDTV has achieved a rare milestone in the digital news space, with all three of its key channels — NDTV India, NDTV 24×7, and NDTV Profit — emerging as leaders on YouTube at the same time, underlining the network’s growing dominance across languages and formats.

IPL 2026 opening weekend clocks 515 mn reach

The 2026 season of the IPL has begun on a high note, with JioStar delivering its biggest-ever opening weekend, underlining the tournament’s unmatched pull among cricket audiences in India. Driven by two high-scoring encounters featuring 200-plus run chases...

ZEE News elevates Pratyush Khare to lead prime-time shows

ZEE News has strengthened its prime-time line-up with the appointment of Pratyush Khare as the host of its flagship shows ‘Taal Thok Ke’ and ‘Deshhit’, effective immediately. The move signals the network’s continued focus on reinforcing its editorial voice during the most competitive news slot of the day.

Aman Srivastava exits SonyLIV marketing role

Aman Srivastava has stepped down from his role as Senior Vice-President and Head of Marketing for OAP Digital Business at SonyLIV, marking the end of a significant leadership stint with Sony Pictures Networks India.

Director Lee Jung-hyo to helm Netflix’s new romance series

Acclaimed South Korean director Lee Jung-hyo, best known for the global hit ‘Crash Landing on You’, is set to return to the romance genre with a new series titled ‘Long Vacation’ for Netflix.

Bisleri marks its largest IPL season with 5 leading franchises

Packaged drinking water brand Bisleri has announced its continued association as the Official Hydration Partner with five leading IPL T20 cricket franchises — Delhi Capitals, Punjab Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Toonz Media Group launches MyToonz FAST channel on LG TVs in India

Toonz Media Group has launched its dedicated FAST (Free Ad-supported Streaming Television) channel MyToonz on LG Electronics India smart TVs, marking a key step in strengthening its direct-to-consumer distribution strategy.

Truecaller opens Business Chat to global partners

Truecaller has expanded its Business Chat platform, opening it up to global channel partners and enterprise solution providers in a move aimed at reshaping how businesses communicate with customers in a crowded digital ecosystem.

Ranbir Kapoor’s ‘Ramayana’ look unveiled after 7 years in making

Ranbir Kapoor’s first look as Lord Rama from ‘Ramayana’ was unveiled on Thursday, offering audiences a glimpse into one of the most ambitious mythological films currently in production.

PIB fact-check unit crosses 2,900 verifications to curb misinformation

Press Information Bureau’s Fact Check Unit (FCU) has carried out over 2,900 fact-checks so far as part of the government’s ongoing efforts to counter misinformation and fake news related to official communication.

Ajay Devgn, Om Raut eye new Maratha warrior film

Ajay Devgn is likely to reunite with filmmaker Om Raut for another historical epic, this time centred on the story of an unsung Maratha warrior, signalling a possible expansion of their successful ‘Unsung Warrior’ franchise.

Raj Kundra’s ‘The Great Punjab Robbery’ set for Aug 7 release

Raj Kundra is gearing up for the release of his next Punjabi film ‘The Great Punjab Robbery’, which has been locked for a worldwide theatrical release on August 7, 2026.