government
E20 fuel debate puts creators under spotlight?blur=25

The government's ethanol-blending programme has been one of the largest policy-led influencer campaigns seen in India

e4m Staff Jul 15, 2026 5:07 PM

Rubbal Datta Joins Mandrake Tech Labs as CEO-Designate?blur=25

Datta has over 26 years of leadership across government relations, media, and sports broadcasting, with senior roles at JioStar, Sahara India, Moser Baer, EuroKids, and Mahindra & Mahindra

e4m Staff Jul 15, 2026 12:49 PM

MIB?blur=25

The public broadcaster said the project is intended to transform underutilised public land into revenue-generating advertising assets

Imran Fazal Jul 13, 2026 8:14 AM

WhatsApp Username Feature?blur=25

Messaging platform submits its reply to the Centre's notice, while officials assess whether the proposed feature adequately addresses concerns over online fraud, impersonation and cybercrime

e4m Staff Jul 10, 2026 1:23 PM

AI Suggested Title : Cable Operators Shift Focus to Platform Services for Ad Revenue Growth?blur=25

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

Indian PR Market Set to Hit ₹4,500 Crore by 2030, Says PRCAI?blur=25

The survey is conducted by Ipsos and PRCAI in collaboration with Astrum Reputation Advisory, capturing insights from consultancies and corp comm teams, and mid to senior level industry professionals

e4m Staff Jul 3, 2026 4:43 PM

WhatsApp?blur=25

The government issued a notice to Meta seeking an explanation within three days on why regulatory action should not be taken over the feature

e4m Desk Jul 2, 2026 9:15 AM

Zee?blur=25

Data released by the DPIIT shows that the investment pertains to share purchases made during the January-March quarter of FY26

e4m Staff Jun 30, 2026 1:32 PM

CBC Extends Digital Cinema Panel for PVR INOX and Others Until 2026?blur=25

According to an advisory issued by the CBC on June 24, the current empanelment will remain valid till December 31, 2026

e4m Staff Jun 26, 2026 1:13 PM

MIB Orders Removal of Misinformation on Judges' London Badminton Trip?blur=25

As per Badminton Association of India, digital platforms & social media accounts circulated misleading claims alleging inappropriate interactions between members of the judiciary and the executive

e4m Staff Jun 24, 2026 12:56 PM

Harsh Shrivastava?blur=25

Harsh will counsel Astrum's clients on matters at the intersection of regulation, and reputation related stakeholder engagement

e4m Staff Jun 18, 2026 2:08 PM

discussion?blur=25

For broadcasters and media companies, the challenge lies in aligning the interests of multiple industry segments that often operate under different business realities

Imran Fazal Jun 18, 2026 9:05 AM

Rohan Mitra Departs Adobe India After Over 10 Years of Service?blur=25

In this role, Mitra managed Adobe’s interaction with Central & State Governments leading Adobe advocacy on policy issues

e4m Desk Jun 12, 2026 12:56 PM

Guest Column: Adman Prabhakar Mundkur?blur=25

Guest Column: Adman Prabhakar Mundkur explores the question - Who should have the right to choose the developer—the landowner or the residents who live on the land?

Prabhakar Mundkur Jun 11, 2026 5:44 PM

PM Narendra Modi?blur=25

Dr. Annurag Batra examines how Narendra Modi’s leadership has shaped public perception, political longevity and India’s evolving global image

Dr Annurag Batra Jun 11, 2026 8:28 AM

ASG N. Venkataraman?blur=25

For months, the Additional Solicitor General became the face of the Union government’s aggressive push against the real money gaming (RMG) industry

Imran Fazal May 28, 2026 8:08 AM

Manisha Verma Attends IMPACT 50 Most Influential Women 2025?blur=25

Manisha Verma is Additional Chief Secretary- Skills, Employment, Entrepreneurship & Innovation Dept., Government of Maharashtra

e4m Desk May 26, 2026 8:07 AM

Editors Guild of India?blur=25

The EGI has expressed concern over ‘embarrassing stand-offs’ between Indian officials and European journalists during PM Modi’s visits to the Netherlands and Norway

e4m Staff May 25, 2026 10:02 AM

Prasoon Joshi appointed Chairman of Prasar Bharati?blur=25

Before this appointment, Joshi has served as Chairperson, Central Board of Film Certification

e4m Staff May 2, 2026 6:05 PM

waves?blur=25

As per the policy, Streaming Minutes refer to the actual duration of content viewed by users. This excludes buffering time, auto-play, idle playback, background play, or any system-generated activity

e4m Staff May 1, 2026 9:07 AM

Sanjay Joshi appointed National Head Government Digital Sales TV9 Network?blur=25

Prior to this, Sanjay Joshi was Sales Head of Govt Business - North, West & East Regions at Radio City India

e4m Staff Apr 23, 2026 8:58 AM

Coca-Cola’s bottling partner Kandhari Global Beverages ropes in Aditya Vasishtha?blur=25

Vasishtha has been appointed as Vice President – Government Affairs & Strategic Partnerships

e4m Staff Apr 15, 2026 3:59 PM

Devinder Kumar appointed Chief Vigilance Officer Prasar Bharati?blur=25

Kumar's term will initially be for three years or until further orders, whichever is earlier

e4m Staff Apr 13, 2026 9:20 AM

MIB?blur=25

According to an advisory issued by the MIB, the financial bid opening is scheduled for April 8, 2026

e4m Staff Apr 9, 2026 11:41 AM

TV?blur=25

Notably, the MIB indicated that the directive has received broad acceptance across stakeholders, with no objections reported so far

Imran Fazal Apr 1, 2026 12:38 PM

TV channel?blur=25

While the direction of the new policy has found broad support, industry leaders indicate that the transition will hinge less on intent and more on execution, interoperability and consensus

Chehneet Kaur Apr 1, 2026 8:54 AM

TV?blur=25

Even a first violation triggers a one-month suspension of ratings, effectively halting the agency’s data output and disrupting the flow of audience measurement for broadcasters and advertisers

e4m Staff Mar 27, 2026 7:24 PM

Rajesh Madampath leading Government Business at Times Network FY27 restructuring?blur=25

Madampath's mandate will focus on scaling the segment and delivering strong growth

e4m Staff Mar 27, 2026 11:40 AM

AIM welcomes Supreme Court decision on Fact Check Unit case?blur=25

In March 2024, the Bombay High Court struck down the amended IT Rules enabling the Fact Check Unit, holding that the provision violated constitutional protections for free speech

e4m Staff Mar 10, 2026 7:19 PM

KLK Ventures x Government of Uttar Pradesh?blur=25

The event featured a keynote address by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath

e4m Staff Feb 25, 2026 4:05 PM

Shah Raza resumes full-time role at NDTV as National Revenue Head Government?blur=25

Raza, who has been with the organisation since 2013, recently worked part-time for a few months due to personal commitments

e4m Staff Feb 18, 2026 8:02 PM

Saurav Bhattacharjee exits TV9 after 4.5 years?blur=25

Bhattacharjee, a senior digital sales leader, exits the network after a long industry career

e4m Staff Feb 11, 2026 11:30 AM

Sanjeev Sharma appointed Head – Government Sales at ABP Network?blur=25

Prior to this, Sharma spent over a year with Zee Media, where he served as Business Head – Government Sales

e4m Desk Feb 4, 2026 2:47 PM

e4m Urdu Journalism 40 under 40 Awards?blur=25

The awards aim to recognise outstanding professionals across the Urdu journalism ecosystem, spanning print, television and digital platforms

e4m Staff Jan 28, 2026 2:04 PM

print?blur=25

In the Union Budget 2024-25, the Government of India allocated Rs 1,089 crore for information and publicity

Chehneet Kaur Jan 21, 2026 9:09 AM

Dhruv Rathee, Revant Himatsingka, Samantha Ruth Prabhu?blur=25

Dubai will host the 1 Billion Followers Summit 2026 from 9–11 January, uniting top global creators

e4m Staff Jan 8, 2026 1:03 PM

Government of India Calendar 2026?blur=25

The theme for the calendar is ‘Bharat@2026: Sewa, Sushasan and Samriddhi’

e4m Staff Dec 31, 2025 3:29 PM

WPP?blur=25

As part of the partnership, WPP Media will provide media strategy, planning & buying services across the public sector

e4m Staff Dec 23, 2025 12:06 PM

George Osborne joins OpenAI as MD and Head of OpenAI for Countries?blur=25

The OpenAI for Countries initiative, launched in May, aims to help societies worldwide share the opportunities created by this powerful technology

e4m Staff Dec 18, 2025 1:36 PM

waves?blur=25

The information was submitted by the Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Dr. L. Murugan in the Lok Sabha

e4m Staff Dec 18, 2025 9:25 AM

OTT?blur=25

The Centre clarified in the Lok Sabha that OTT content remains outside CBFC’s purview and is regulated under the IT (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021

e4m Staff Dec 18, 2025 9:09 AM

Intel announces senior leadership appointments across key functions?blur=25

Intel Corporation named new senior leadership across government affairs, marketing & communications and advanced technology strategy

e4m Staff Dec 16, 2025 2:39 PM

Mobile App?blur=25

Designed purely for cybersecurity, the app helps citizens stay protected from online threats

e4m Staff Dec 4, 2025 7:56 AM

PCI, MeitY?blur=25

PCI submitted a Joint Memorandum1 in June 2025 to MeitY in an attempt to engage with the Government of India by flagging serious lacunas in the DPDP Act, 2023

e4m Staff Nov 25, 2025 7:49 AM

Outdoor Advertising?blur=25

The draft puts forward a far tougher enforcement framework to curb Bengaluru’s long-standing problem of unauthorised hoardings

Pooja Yadav Nov 19, 2025 8:45 AM

Gaurav Bhagowati?blur=25

This ‘In the Spotlight’ series features how Gaurav Bhagowati, Public Policy & Corporate Reputation Advisor, spent three decades shaping the stories that move companies, policymakers, and culture

Ritika Upmanyu Nov 17, 2025 2:38 PM

Delhi Government, EEMA, and PHDCCI?blur=25

This is a joint initiative by the Delhi Government, EEMA, and PHDCCI and aims to position the capital as a global hub for live entertainment, culture, and creativity

e4m Staff Oct 16, 2025 5:43 PM

DAVP?blur=25

Govt’s mid-2025 rate overhaul faces resistance from news networks, who argue the one-size-fits-all model collapses genre distinctions and rewards mass-market entertainment

Chehneet Kaur Oct 16, 2025 8:22 AM