information-and-broadcasting
The discussions come at a time when the government is increasingly positioning the creative economy
e4m Staff Aug 26, 2026 9:44 AM
The advisory comes days after the ministry issued a separate direction to private satellite television channels to carry an anti-drug disclaimer during their programming
e4m Staff Aug 25, 2026 9:55 AM
MIB has specifically referred to general entertainment and non-news programmes, bringing a wide range of TV content within the scope of the public-awareness initiative
e4m Staff Aug 21, 2026 8:59 AM
Guest Column: Brij Kothari, Adjunct Professor, IIT-Delhi, School of Public Policy, writes key aspect of films born accessible is that the features are inalienable elements of Digital Content Package
Brij Kothari Aug 19, 2026 12:21 PM
The removal of the cap also creates a potential downside for advertisers: commercial clutter could dilute the impact of individual campaigns
Imran Fazal Aug 17, 2026 9:16 AM
The ministry first issued the Accessibility Standards for Persons with Disabilities in Television Programmes on September 11, 2019
Imran Fazal Aug 13, 2026 8:59 AM
The government also said representations and grievances submitted by casual assignees are examined on merit
Imran Fazal Aug 12, 2026 12:47 PM
The curriculum for the initiative has been jointly designed and developed by the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) and private-sector partners
Imran Fazal Aug 12, 2026 12:44 PM
Panel urged close coordination between MIB, MeitY and other ministries to develop legal and technological mechanisms for identifying and prosecuting those responsible for AI-generated fake news
Imran Fazal Aug 7, 2026 2:27 PM
Alongside the digital portal, the Ministry informed the panel that it had finalised a Model Executive Order and Standard Operating Procedure after consultations with industry stakeholders
Imran Fazal Aug 7, 2026 1:24 PM
While the MIB relies on a three-tier self-regulatory grievance mechanism, the DEPwD proposes a statutory, penalty-backed enforcement framework
Imran Fazal Aug 6, 2026 8:54 AM
Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Dr. L. Murugan shared the information during a Lok Sabha session
MoS L. Murugan says IICT is driving global partnerships to strengthen India's AVGC-XR ecosystem
e4m Staff Jul 29, 2026 4:40 PM
The federation reserves liberty to file a fresh writ petition on the same or similar cause of action
Tasmayee Laha Roy Jul 29, 2026 8:09 AM
TDSAT has deferred the matter to September 11, directing the parties to conclude settlement efforts
e4m Staff Jul 28, 2026 8:01 AM
The challenge is part of the government’s push to discover and nurture grassroots creators while encouraging hyperlocal storytelling
e4m Staff Jul 22, 2026 8:34 AM
Among the proposals being discussed are differentiated advertising norms for different channel genres, revised thresholds or a more flexible framework
Imran Fazal Jul 17, 2026 8:25 AM
Several legal experts also questioned whether the MIB is the appropriate authority to issue such directions in the first place
Imran Fazal Jul 4, 2026 5:47 PM
The June 11 notification superseded the government's previous 2022 framework and laid out an updated list of sporting events deemed to be of national importance
Imran Fazal Jun 24, 2026 12:57 PM
As industry stakeholders begin examining the draft, the emerging consensus appears to be that while the rules modernise the administrative framework, they stop short of liberalising the sector
Imran Fazal Jun 17, 2026 8:33 AM
Industry stakeholders have until July 27 to submit comments on the draft framework
e4m Staff Jun 12, 2026 10:55 AM
Broadcasters and media agencies have expressed divergent views on the new framework
Imran Fazal May 6, 2026 6:31 PM
Kumar's term will initially be for three years or until further orders, whichever is earlier
e4m Staff Apr 13, 2026 9:20 AM
Prior to this, Sood worked with the MIB, where she handled policy and communication-related assignments
e4m Staff Apr 11, 2026 12:37 PM
Under the new rules, organisers must submit applications in the prescribed format along with all required documents
Chanchal Kumar will replace Sanjay Jaju, who has now been appointed Secretary, Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region
e4m Staff Mar 31, 2026 4:27 PM
The move is part of the government’s continued effort to streamline the cable distribution ecosystem and enforce stricter adherence to regulatory and licensing norms
e4m Staff Mar 23, 2026 11:53 AM
The information was shared by Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Dr. L. Murugan in a written reply in the Lok Sabha
e4m Staff Mar 18, 2026 5:51 PM
Under the new provisions, offenders may face imprisonment from three months to three years, along with fines starting at Rs 3 lakh and extending up to 5% of the film’s audited gross production cost
e4m Staff Mar 18, 2026 3:42 PM
Funds have been disbursed to the National Film Development Corporation to support the creation and distribution of film content, and enhance the visibility of Indian cinema in India and global markets
e4m Staff Mar 11, 2026 3:09 PM
All fresh content released on streaming platforms must, within 36 months of the notification, include at least one accessibility feature each for viewers with hearing and visual impairments
The MIB report shows that capital outlay on information and publicity rose to Rs 3,441 crore in the Revised Estimates for 2024–25, up from Rs 1,179 crore in 2023–24
e4m Staff Jan 9, 2026 12:40 PM
The theme for the calendar is ‘Bharat@2026: Sewa, Sushasan and Samriddhi’
e4m Staff Dec 31, 2025 3:29 PM
The unfolding investigation comes at a sensitive time, with the MIB already reviewing the country’s ratings framework
e4m Staff Dec 17, 2025 3:30 PM
Centre proposes two-phase implementation schedule for accessible content on OTT platforms
e4m Staff Dec 12, 2025 4:46 PM
CBFC certified nearly 72,000 films in last five years while upholding creative freedom
e4m Staff Dec 12, 2025 4:21 PM
The ministry, however, noted that AI-generated devotional tracks were played during the Durga Navratri festival as part of a small trial
e4m Staff Dec 12, 2025 4:03 PM
Sehgal, a 1988 batch IAS officer from the Uttar Pradesh cadre, was appointed Chairman of Prasar Bharati on March 16, 2024
Government stresses on the need to strengthen legal framework to curb fake news and AI-driven deepfakes
Investigators have recovered WhatsApp chats and call logs showing BARC employee sharing advance viewership numbers and acknowledging payments
e4m Staff Nov 27, 2025 2:05 PM
The Ministry has also proposed a new Code of Ethics on obscenity, applicable to digital news and current affairs publishers, OTT services and creators of UGC
e4m Staff Nov 21, 2025 2:39 PM
The ministry has proposed that existing rating agencies expand their panel to 80,000 households within six months of the amendment notification
The notice reiterates the 2021 directive reminding publishers to avoid content that could harm India’s sovereignty or public order, signaling tighter scrutiny of crime dramas in the streaming space
e4m Staff Oct 29, 2025 8:25 AM
The draft issued by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting seeks to ensure that online curated content is inclusive for viewers with hearing and visual impairments
The court, while agreeing to protect AEL’s reputation, clarified that fair and accurate reporting of investigations and court proceedings would remain safeguarded
e4m Staff Sep 18, 2025 4:31 PM
Nielsen recently became the first accredited national TV audience measurement provider for this approach in the US, winning recognition from industry and government bodies
With no official clarity, industry players remain uncertain whether the Bill has been shelved for good or is being reworked behind closed doors
Aditi Gupta Aug 21, 2025 9:17 AM
New law recognises esports, supports skill-based gaming, and bans poker, rummy, fantasy sports, and other money-game apps across digital platforms
e4m Staff Aug 20, 2025 7:06 PM
According to Murugan, the scheme includes the modernisation of transmitters and studios, expansion of Doordarshan’s television channels, and the upgrading of production and transmission facilities
e4m Staff Aug 20, 2025 4:06 PM