broadcasting-industry-challenges

BARC blackout puts linear TV’s ad business under pressure, say broadcasters

Broadcasters Warn of Ad Revenue Decline Amid BARC Blackout?blur=25

As the BARC blackout pressures linear TV, broadcasters rethink languages, formats and audience engagement in an age of infinite content

e4m Staff Sep 29, 2026 2:33 PM

Kevin Vaz calls for regulatory relief for linear TV; immediate restoration of BARC ratings

Kevin Vaz Advocates for Regulatory Relief in Linear TV Broadcasting?blur=25

FICCI Media and Entertainment Committee chairman says broadcasters need a roadmap to reduce regulatory costs and reliable audience data to help advertisers plan campaigns

e4m Staff Sep 29, 2026 11:00 AM

FAST, ALTD framework: Can TRAI balance regulation and innovation as CTV grows?

TRAI's Regulatory Framework: Balancing Innovation in CTV Growth?blur=25

A broadcaster advocating regulation of FAST and ALTD said piracy and territorial restrictions would require particular attention under any proposed framework

Imran Fazal Sep 29, 2026 8:54 AM

TRAI’s broadcasting mandate: Regulator of carriage or protector of intermediaries?

TRAI's Evolving Role in India's Digital Broadcasting Landscape?blur=25

The issue is becoming more pressing as FAST, connected TV (CTV) and application-based linear television gain traction

Imran Fazal Sep 14, 2026 8:37 AM

BARC faces up to ₹150 crore hit over six months as ratings blackout drags on

BARC Faces Up to ₹150 Crore Loss Amid Ratings Blackout Crisis?blur=25

News genre alone has cost the ratings body over ₹15 crore since March; a full-genre freeze from July could wipe out several times its annual revenue

Imran Fazal Sep 1, 2026 9:13 AM

Broadcasters huddle over BARC ratings suspension; IBDF to meet Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday

Broadcasters Meet to Address BARC Ratings Suspension Impact?blur=25

Industry executives said today's IBDF meeting is expected to focus on preparing a common industry position before engaging with the ministry

Imran Fazal Jul 6, 2026 11:47 AM