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Revised Telecom Rules 2026 mark a shift from broad consolidation to a more structured compliance regime, while changes to radio programming and renewal provisions offer some relief to operators
Imran Fazal Sep 3, 2026 8:39 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 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
Following Thursday's high-level govt meeting on the prolonged ratings impasse, the industry is yet to receive any fresh direction from the ministry
Imran Fazal Aug 21, 2026 9:10 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
YouTube-backed AI skilling to train 15,000 as MIB says AI broadcasting policy will evolve only when required
Imran Fazal Aug 7, 2026 1:11 PM
Jain currently serves as Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Corporate Affairs
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
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
Justice Khanna will hold charge for a period of three months with effect from 5 July 2026, or until a regular Chairperson is appointed, or until further orders, whichever is earliest
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
The restriction addresses the specific structural feature through which the platform has been used to fabricate after-the-event 'paper leak' evidence
e4m Staff Jun 16, 2026 11:36 AM
Industry stakeholders have until July 27 to submit comments on the draft framework
e4m Staff Jun 12, 2026 10:55 AM
The move also raises questions about the extent of governmental involvement in the operational and commercial functioning of BARC
Imran Fazal Jun 8, 2026 8:25 AM
Broadcasters and media agencies have expressed divergent views on the new framework
Imran Fazal May 6, 2026 6:31 PM
Tests conducted in presence of officials from Wireless Planning and Coordination Wing, Telecom Engineering Centre, Department of Science and Technology, MeitY, MIB, Prasar Bharati, & Tejas Networks
Imran Fazal May 5, 2026 8:40 AM
The move has direct implications for state-level regulators such as the Tamil Nadu Online Gaming Authority, which had attempted in recent years to expand its oversight beyond real money gaming
Imran Fazal Apr 23, 2026 11:49 AM
Krishnan explained that most games which are not money games should be able to operate with no obligation to necessarily either be determined or registered
Imran Fazal and Anuja Jain Apr 22, 2026 5:17 PM
The AI Governance and Economic Group will be chaired by Ashwini Vaishnaw with Jitin Prasada
e4m Staff Apr 18, 2026 7:22 AM
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
The deadline of April 14 has been extended following representations from multiple stakeholders seeking more time to respond to the draft rules
Imran Fazal Apr 10, 2026 8:54 PM
A central theme of the government’s position is that the draft amendments remain firmly anchored within existing legal boundaries
Anuja Jain Apr 7, 2026 6:13 PM
Secretary S. Krishnan described the revisions as a four-part clarification exercise addressing persistent industry concerns around compliance, liability and enforcement
Anuja Jain Apr 7, 2026 5:59 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
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
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
Jitin Prasada, Union Minister of State for Ministry of Commerce & Industry and Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, will be the chief guest of the event
e4m Staff Mar 21, 2026 4:46 PM
INS has submitted a representation to Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri
e4m Staff Mar 21, 2026 10:11 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
In a conversation with e4m, Siddharth Jha said the will be broadcasting a satellite channel named Ayush Next Communication Network
e4m Staff Mar 11, 2026 11:11 AM
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