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Marketers and agency executives say conversational intent is potentially richer than conventional signals but the real hurdle is not intent but attribution
Shantanu David Aug 28, 2026 8:47 AM
The discussions come at a time when the government is increasingly positioning the creative economy
e4m Staff Aug 26, 2026 9:44 AM
The tribunal directed Jagat Gouri Cable Net to return the 194 STBs in good and working condition within two months of the judgment
Imran Fazal Aug 24, 2026 8:27 AM
e4m was the first to report about the ministry's decision to remove the cap
e4m Staff Aug 22, 2026 9:18 AM
The migration of Skyline from DEN Networks to Kerala Communicators Cable Ltd was another central issue in the case
Imran Fazal Aug 20, 2026 7:45 AM
One of the key arguments underpinning the government's decision is the difference in regulatory treatment between television and digital media
Imran Fazal Aug 14, 2026 9:02 PM
The action follows a complaint supported by electronic evidence that was submitted to the Madhya Pradesh Police after an investigation into the alleged unauthorized retransmission of JioStar channels
The complaints allege that the operators were using consumer Direct-to-Home (DTH) set-top boxes to obtain television signals
Imran Fazal Aug 3, 2026 1:28 PM
The government is preparing detailed report on industry feedback; calibrated changes may ease revenue pressure while retaining consumer safeguards
Imran Fazal Jul 31, 2026 8:55 AM
Marketing agencies say political communication can be creator-led content, with greater focus on short videos, storytelling and community building
Shalinee Mishra Jul 28, 2026 8:57 AM
Prior to this, Singh was Regional Head - North India at Excitel Broadband
Shinde will lead corporate communications and public relations while driving reputation management, strategic communications, and brand storytelling for Polycab India
e4m Staff Jul 24, 2026 4:28 PM
PM Modi’s assurance on social media came a day after he announced fast-track courts for paper leak cases, as students continue to demand accountability and reforms in the examination system
e4m Staff Jul 24, 2026 9:03 AM
The complaint alleges that the operator was retransmitting JioStar's television channels without authorization
e4m Staff Jul 17, 2026 12:57 PM
The petitioners further argued that the Centre had failed to justify why existing safeguards developed by the BARC were insufficient
Imran Fazal Jul 13, 2026 5:13 PM
The investigators alleged that the operator illegally sourced and redistributed JioStar's encrypted broadcast signals after its distribution agreement had been terminated
Imran Fazal Jul 7, 2026 8:35 AM
MSOs are proposing the creation of a unified Platform Services advertising network that will allow brands to execute campaigns across multiple cable operators
Imran Fazal Jul 6, 2026 8:52 AM
The latest standoff comes close on the heels of Sony's ongoing distribution dispute with Tata Play, a matter that is currently pending before the Telecom Disputes Settlement and Appellate Tribunal
Imran Fazal Jun 12, 2026 1:00 PM
For cable operators, the potential withdrawal of landing page spending presents a fresh challenge
Imran Fazal Jun 5, 2026 8:43 AM
Naik has held leadership positions across organizations, including UPL, Supreme Industries and Shalimar Paints
Viswanathan has been an integral part of Finolex Cables' leadership team for more than 17 years
The petition contends the blanket exclusion of landing page viewership ignores technological realities & existing safeguards, and said it was neither technically justified nor operationally feasible
Imran Fazal May 26, 2026 8:49 AM
The latest development comes close on the heels of BARC's decision to resume publishing news television ratings from June 11, without including landing page data
Imran Fazal May 22, 2026 2:17 PM
Broadcasters also criticized proposals around cross-holding restrictions, claiming they could force media companies to dilute ownership in their own streaming businesses
Imran Fazal May 19, 2026 8:28 AM
Prior to joining Polycab India Limited, Garbyal was with Signify as Head of Digital Marketing
The cable TV industry is seeking the classification of ALTD services
Imran Fazal May 13, 2026 3:35 PM
Industry reports earlier this year indicated Pansesar would be stepping down upon completion of his term this August
e4m Staff May 8, 2026 11:00 AM
Bhuvan Lall, former Secretary General of the Indian Broadcasting Foundation, pays tribute to CNN founder Ted Turner following his passing
Bhuvan Lall May 7, 2026 3:26 PM
Ted Turner, Founder of CNN, was one of the last great broadcasting pioneers, an era when media owners saw themselves not just as content managers, but as shapers of public consciousness
Shantanu David May 7, 2026 9:24 AM
The illegal streaming network was functioning through a mobile application identified as Levyn
Imran Fazal Apr 28, 2026 4:20 PM
Gurjeev Singh Kapoor was earlier Head of Distribution and International at Disney Star
Hathway, a promoter of GTPL, clarified that it has not created any direct or indirect encumbrance on its GTPL shares during the 2025-26 financial year
e4m Staff Apr 4, 2026 10:16 AM
Industry experts say that while broadcasters have implemented the price hikes, DTH platforms cannot pass the increases to consumers due to affordability constraints
Aditi Gupta Mar 23, 2026 9:01 AM
Ashish Shelar is the Minister of Cultural Affairs and IT, Government of Maharashtra
The RIO announcements are likely to determine whether 2026 marks a broader tariff reset for the pay-TV industry, say experts
Aditi Gupta Feb 27, 2026 8:40 AM
The industry wrote to the government on 1 July 2025 and again on 22 September 2025, seeking urgent intervention and withdrawal of the disputed demands, but is yet to receive a response
Aditi Gupta Feb 25, 2026 8:53 AM
Gyan Pandey brings more than 25 years of experience in information and technology
e4m Staff Feb 17, 2026 7:53 AM
Asianet Digital Network Limited had accused JioStar of violating the Competition Act, 2002 by engaging in discriminatory pricing practices
e4m Staff Jan 28, 2026 3:09 PM
The company’s total income for the quarter rose to Rs 7,686 crore, up from Rs 5,251 crore in Q2 FY26 and Rs 5,146 crore a year ago
e4m Staff Jan 16, 2026 7:10 PM
Black Cab, a creative agency co-founded by Siddhartha Singh and Aayush Bansal, on building integrated agencies, investing in people, and why India’s next breakout brands will thrive on community
Aryendra Khan Jan 15, 2026 8:56 AM
According to sources, a broadcasters’ body has urged the government to reduce GST on subscriptions across cable television and OTT platforms from the current 18 % to 5%
Aditi Gupta Jan 14, 2026 8:52 AM
Industry experts say IPTV-led bundling can slow the bleeding, but only up to a point
Aditi Gupta Dec 17, 2025 8:26 AM
These cases highlight the Ministry’s intent to crack down on not just inactive or non-compliant operators but also those attempting to bypass regulatory procedures
e4m Staff Dec 12, 2025 11:17 AM
Industry experts say that while linear TV subscription is shrinking with fewer cable homes and operators reducing payouts, digital subscription is growing but not fast enough
Aditi Gupta Nov 20, 2025 9:13 AM
For cable operators, these pages are a vital source of income, contributing nearly 15–20% of their total revenues, say industry experts
Aditi Gupta Nov 11, 2025 8:35 AM
MIB’s draft amendment proposing exclusion of landing page viewership from measurement could reshape not just how ratings are counted, but also how advertising money flows through the TV ecosystem
Tasmayee Laha Roy Nov 7, 2025 9:25 AM
