Prasar Bharati issues notification for upcoming DD Free Dish e-auction

Prasar Bharati has issued a formal notification detailing the framework and conditions for the forthcoming DD Free Dish e-auction, outlining the eligibility norms, compliance requirements and procedural guidelines for participating television channels. 

Network18 posts steady revenue growth despite weak ad market

Network18 delivered a resilient performance in the third quarter of FY26, reporting a 5 per cent year-on-year rise in operating revenue to Rs.500 crore, even as the broader advertising environment for television news remained subdued.

India Today Group launches FAST news channel Tak 360

India Today Group’s Tak Network has expanded its digital news footprint with the launch of Tak 360, a FAST (free ad-supported television) news channel aimed at viewers consuming content across connected and digital platforms.

NDTV steps up Connected TV push with key leadership appointments

NDTV has announced a major expansion of its presence in the Connected  TV space, appointing Akhil Bhalla as Product Head – Connected TV and Sanjeev Kumar Choudhary as Head of Connected TV Revenue.

Sagar Kadam exits Sony Pictures Networks India after four years

Sagar Kadam has concluded his four-year stint with Sony Pictures Networks India, marking the end of a significant chapter in his professional journey with the broadcaster.

Global 2026 content investment to hit $255bn, a 2% YoY growth: Ampere

Specialized market research and data analytics firm focused on the media, entertainment, telecoms, sports and gaming industries Ampere’s latest analysis forecasts that global content investment will reach $255 billion in 2026, rising two percent year-on-year.

‘Big Brother’ owner Banijay, All3Media’s parent in tie-up talks

‘Big Brother’ franchise owner Banijay Group has said it is in talks with All3Media’s parent company about a potential tie-up with the producer of hit  TV show ‘The Traitors’, the legacy TV industry’s latest move to compete with  streaming giants.

Zee24 Taas rolls out 72-hour coverage for M’rashtra civic polls

Zee24 Taas is set to intensify its election reporting with a high-impact initiative titled ‘72 Hours | 72 Reporters | Non-Stop Coverage’, aimed at delivering uninterrupted, on-ground coverage of the ongoing municipal elections across Maharashtra. 

Jung So-min to headline Netflix series from ‘Squid Game’ creator

‘Squid Game’ creator Hwang Dong-hyuk is set to return to Netflix with a new crime drama series titled ‘The Dealer’, with actor Jung So-min cast in the lead role. The streamer confirmed the production and announced the principal cast, marking another high-profile collaboration following the global success of ‘Squid Game’.

Sonakshi Sinha’s ‘Nikita Roy’ begins streaming on JioHotstar

Actor Sonakshi Sinha returns to the digital space with ‘Nikita Roy’, a horror-mystery film that is now  streaming on JioHotstar. Marking the directorial debut of Kussh S. Sinha, the film places itself at the intersection of rational thought and blind belief.

Ofcom starts consultation on prominence to pubcasters on CTVs

Ofcom yesterday launched a consultation on its proposed code of practice setting out the recommended actions that connected TV providers can take to ensure that public service broadcasters’ (PSBs) online players, and the public service content and public service channels they include, are prominent on their platforms.

Priyanka Chopra Jonas-headlined ‘The Bluff’ to stream from Feb 25

Prime Video has announced the global premiere of ‘The Bluff’, a high-octane action-adventure film led by Priyanka Chopra Jonas. It is set to stream worldwide from February 25.  Set against the dramatic landscapes of the Cayman Islands, the film promises a gritty, emotionally charged story that blends historical context with modern cinematic scale.

Telugu ZEE5 celebrates Sankranti with Manchu Manoj-led festive brand film

Telugu ZEE5 has unveiled a special Sankranti brand film featuring Manchu Manoj, reinforcing the platform’s commitment to delivering culturally rooted entertainment for Telugu audiences. Built around the line ‘Mana Pandaga, Mana Entertainment, Mana Telugu ZEE5’

Paramount names Dennis K. Cinelli as CFO, appoints Andrew Campion to board

Paramount, a Skydance Corporation, has announced key leadership appointments with the induction of Dennis K. Cinelli as its Chief Financial Officer and the addition of Andrew Campion as an independent director on its Board.

YouTube introduces new controls, safeguards for teens and families

YouTube has rolled out a fresh set of updates aimed at strengthening protections for teens and giving families more control over how young users experience the platform.