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Among the proposals being discussed are differentiated advertising norms for different channel genres, revised thresholds or a more flexible framework
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The June 11 notification superseded the government's previous 2022 framework and laid out an updated list of sporting events deemed to be of national importance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
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 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
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
Moral policing may not help; the way forward is to have content guidelines, an empowered industry body, and investment in audience education, say experts
e4m Staff Jul 28, 2025 2:55 PM
Platforms blocked for streaming sexually explicit content without compliance; emergency powers invoked under IT Act
e4m Staff Jul 25, 2025 1:36 PM
Experts suggest that introducing multiple players in a market already under financial strain could stretch resources thin, compromise data integrity, and ultimately prove commercially unviable
Chehneet Kaur Jul 14, 2025 9:19 AM
The proposed changes include the deletion of key clauses (1.5 and 1.7) that earlier restricted cross-holdings between rating agencies and broadcasters, advertisers, or advertising agencies
The relaxations are a part of MIB’s proposed amendments to the Policy Guidelines for Television Rating Agencies in India
Tasmayee Laha Roy Jul 2, 2025 6:33 PM
In the draft order, the government has invited public and stakeholder feedback on the proposed changes within 30 days
Tasmayee Laha Roy Jul 2, 2025 5:32 PM
Industry says the delay is not just bleeding DTH players dry but also triggering questions about policy responsiveness, regulatory friction, and whether MIB is weighing broader ecosystem implications
Aditi Gupta Jun 4, 2025 8:36 AM
The report jointly released by the MIB and Ernst & Young during the WAVES Summit also pointed to a 7% CAGR of India's M&E at $36.1 billion, outpacing India's GDP
Aditi Gupta May 6, 2025 8:53 AM
The series of events were organised under the WAVES (Word Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit) outreach program to fuel the innovations in India's digital gaming sector
This is the second time that the government has asked stakeholders to share suggestions as it recalled first draft of the Bill in August, just weeks after its initial circulation
Aditi Gupta Oct 11, 2024 9:24 AM
Govt is inviting bids for a contract to develop an AI-powered platform for translation, transcription, and localisation of government content
Tasmayee Laha Roy Sep 16, 2024 9:03 AM
Given the lengthy and contentious process surrounding the Bill, a delay at this stage could hinder progress and add to industry uncertainty, believe legal experts familiar with the broadcast industry
Aditi Gupta Aug 13, 2024 8:45 AM
In a meeting held with stakeholders yesterday, MIB shared that it is setting up a core committee to finalize its submission to the Supreme Court
Chehneet Kaur Jun 26, 2024 9:00 AM
Some of the channels called out by the PIB have more than 1 million subscribers
e4m Staff Jun 14, 2024 9:17 AM
The new system of CBC is designed to enhance transparency and efficiency in media planning processes, said MIB
Chehneet Kaur Feb 22, 2024 7:29 PM
Sanjay Jaju has helmed various public service roles across departments and earned several laurels
Chehneet Kaur Feb 5, 2024 8:35 AM
The Policy will enable the Central Bureau of Communication to empanel agencies and organisations in the OTT and Video on on-demand space
e4m Staff Nov 10, 2023 1:26 PM
The ministry had earlier sought inputs regarding the formulation of accessibility standards from self-regulatory bodies of Online Curated Content Publishers
Aditi Gupta Oct 28, 2023 8:45 AM
The imprisonment provisions have been now replaced with a monetary penalty
Stakeholders had sought clarification on Clause 11(3) (f), saying that the it could be misinterpreted
exchange4media Staff Mar 29, 2023 3:44 PM
As per the ministry’s report, the expenditure for the fiscal stands at Rs 3728.99 crore
Sonam Saini Dec 7, 2022 8:53 AM