Indian artists body for boycott of Turkish shows on OTT platforms

The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has urged streaming platforms, including Netflix, Prime Video and JioHotstar, to boycott Turkish shows following the country’s support to Pakistan amid heightened tensions with India, a PTI report from Mumbai stated.

News18 India top Hindi news channel during India-Pak conflict

News18 India has surged to the top of the Hindi news genre, clocking record-breaking viewership and reach during the recent India-Pakistan conflict. As per the latest data released by the Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC), the channel saw an exceptional rise in both viewership and cumulative reach, clearly outperforming all other competitors....

Manogya Loiwal makes NDTV India debut with ‘X-Ray Report’

Award-winning journalist Manogya Loiwal has made a powerful debut on NDTV India with the launch of her new show ‘X-Ray Report’, which premiered on May 5. Airing at 10 pm on weekdays, the show has quickly carved its place in the channel’s prime-time lineup, offering viewers a bold and uncompromising take on the day’s most important developments.

Jio leads in internet speed and call setup, Airtel shines in low call drops: TRAI drive tests

Telecom major Reliance Jio has topped in data speed and call setup success rate, while Bharti Airtel emerged best in terms of the lowest call drops, according to the latest independent drive tests conducted by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI).

WBD names Jerome Bigio as SVP of Marketing for Asia-Pacific

Warner Bros. Discovery has appointed Jerome Bigio as Senior Vice President of Marketing for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. In his new capacity, Bigio will lead the marketing charge across both the company’s streaming and network businesses throughout the region. His role will span brand, content, social, engagement, partnerships, and franchise marketing strategies.....

ZEE5 promotes Raghuveer Singh to VP – Social Media & Content Marketing

ZEE5 has elevated Raghuveer Singh to the position of Vice President – Social Media & Content Marketing for both India and global markets, the company announced recently in the LinkedIn post. In his expanded role, Singh will continue to lead the streaming platform’s strategic direction .....

Aditi Singhal appointed Regional Head – North for Sun Neo at Sun TV Network

In a strategic move to strengthen its foothold in the Northern market, Sun TV Network has named Aditi Singhal as the new Regional Head – North for Sun Neo, the company’s growing digital venture. With over 15 years of experience in media, partnerships, and brand integrations, Singhal is poised to drive Sun Neo’s growth and revenue in one of India’s most crucial regions.

Telegram launches $50,000 global video contest for content creators

Instant messaging giant Telegram has announced its first-ever global contest for content creators, inviting users worldwide to produce short, compelling videos that showcase the platform’s groundbreaking innovations. With a prize pool of up to $50,000, the initiative aims to highlight Telegram’s legacy of redefining the messaging landscape.

YouTube turns 20 with AI-powered ad innovations

Celebrating its 20th anniversary in style, YouTube unveiled a host of tech-forward advertising tools at Brandcast 2025, its annual showcase event, reinforcing its position as a performance-driven, culturally-rooted platform. Held under the theme “There’s Only One YouTube,” the event gathered creators, advertisers.....

Marathi cinema marks 10 years at Cannes Film Market with four new titles

Marathi cinema continues its steady stride towards global recognition as Maharashtra marks its tenth year of presence at the prestigious Cannes Film Market. The Maharashtra Film, Stage and Cultural Development Corporation (MFSCDC), in collaboration with the state