These entities will have to align their FDI to the 26% level with the approval of the central government, within one year from the date of issue of this clarification

exchange4media Staff Oct 16, 2020 8:33 PM

The month-long campaign is being conceptualised and executed by Monk Media Network

exchange4media Staff Oct 7, 2019 1:03 PM

While the move is likely to benefit foreign brands, industry experts feel home-grown single-retail brands may not gain so much

Nafisa Shaheen Sep 4, 2019 8:33 AM

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exchange4media Staff Aug 31, 2019 9:20 AM

Industry heads talk about the potential of digital content, say the decision will give good opportunities to entrepreneurs

exchange4media Staff Aug 29, 2019 1:00 PM

Until now, there was no policy on FDI-related matters in the sector

Shikha Paliwal Aug 29, 2019 8:39 AM

The Union Cabinet announced major reforms, including easing local sourcing norms for FDI in single-brand retailing

exchange4media Staff Aug 28, 2019 8:12 PM

Industry analysts expect the infusion of foreign capital to drive not only the retail market but also the advertising industry as a result.

exchange4media Staff Jan 15, 2018 8:54 AM

Tax benefits for the middle class and small and medium companies will result in higher spending power, which could see more interest in OOH advertising, say industry experts.

exchange4media Staff Feb 7, 2017 8:29 AM

Certain facets of the budget such as the emphasis on infrastructure development, GST rollout and reduction in FDI restriction have been praised by industry analysts

exchange4media Staff Feb 6, 2017 8:19 AM

At the recent 5th edition of CII Big Picture Summit 2016, experts debated the funding conundrum as far as the FDI in M&E sector is concerned and shared some interesting insights on the subject

Ruhail Amin Oct 27, 2016 8:03 AM

The central government recently decided not to increase the FDI cap in print. Besides national security concerns, the inability to properly track and monitor print newspapers could have been another reason behind this move

Saif Ahmad Khan Aug 8, 2016 8:39 AM

The Department of Economic Affairs (DEA) had recently asked the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP) to have a look at the proposal

exchange4media Staff Jul 22, 2016 12:19 PM

Since the launch of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ambitious campaign Make in India, the country has been witnessing multi-million dollar pledges from the international business community. In conjunction with Digital India and the expansion targets of the economy, the government is certainly working on a comprehensive plan to rope in foreign investments to boost the economy and growth

Ronald Menezes Jun 6, 2016 8:55 AM

The inaugural session of Make in India’s seminar on Media and Entertainment with experts from the industry delved on the potential of the industry and government’s role in facilitating business-friendly environment

Madhuwanti Saha Feb 20, 2016 8:47 AM

Publishers feel govt should have considered print too. The situation of Indian print industry demands for an FDI and especially the magazine domain. It could have given the much needed boost

Abid Hasan Nov 19, 2015 8:14 AM

In a surprising move, the central government announced that FDI limit would be increased for private FM sector, among other sectors; a decision that has been welcomed by the radio sector which has been asking for an increase in foreign investment limit for years. However, many experts believe it will only be beneficial for large radio networks

Abhinn Shreshtha Nov 16, 2015 12:39 AM

The government announced the increase in the FDI limit (foreign direct investment) of news and current affair channels, DTH and Cable Operators. Most leading broadcasters are in favour of FDI in news media

Abid Hasan Nov 16, 2015 12:39 AM

Sudhanshu Vats, Group CEO, Viacom18 and Chairman, CII National Committee, Media and Entertainment, expressed his views on the government’s announcement to increase FDI limit, and foreign investment being relaxed in 15 sectors

exchange4media Staff Nov 13, 2015 7:51 AM

The Government today increased the FDI limit (foreign direct investment) for news and current affair channels, DTH and Cable Operators. The government announced that foreign investment will be relaxed in 15 sectors . While 100% FDI has been allowed in DTH and Cable Networks (MSOs and LCOs), the foreign investment in the uplinking of news and current affairs TV channels has been raised to 49% from 26% earlier

exchange4media Staff Nov 10, 2015 7:08 PM