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TRAI extends deadline to receive comments on ‘regulatory framework for ground-based broadcasters’

The TRAI recommendations follow a request from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) in January 2024, seeking revised recommendations on M2M communication policies, particularly related to spectrum, roaming, and service quality requirements.

Stakeholders sought extension of time for sending comments on consultation paper ‘Regulatory framework for Ground-based Broadcasters’. Last date for submission of written comments is November 22 and counter comments by December 6.

Union Govt has not worked even handedly with states on gaming sector: TN IT Minister

Tamil Nadu was the first state to actually pass a bill banning real money gaming. (In picture: IT Minister of Tamil Nadu, Dr. Palanivel Thiagarajan)

During an event in Hyderabad, IT Minister of Tamil Nadu, Dr. Palanivel Thiagarajan told Storyboard18 that gaming-specific policies and decisions should be apolitical. He also shared of working on the modified policy for real money gaming ban.

EXCLUSIVE: Telangana govt to form separate e-sports policy, confirms IT Minister

Telangana could be the first state in India to introduce comprehensive esports policies.

Confirming Storyboard18’s article on Telangana planning for India’s distinct esports policy, Telangana IT Minister, D. Sridhar Babu shared that industry stakeholders have already shared respective suggestions on the same.

EXCLUSIVE: AVGC 2.0 policy to be implemented by January’25: Telangana IT Minister

Telangana IT Minister, D. Sridhar Babu informed the media that the state is also pitching to have a Center of Excellence in Telangana.

Telangana IT Minister, D. Sridhar Babu told Storyboard18 that AVGC 2.0 would be more attractive for start-ups and for innovation, at an event. He also said that responsible gaming and ethical considerations will be kept in mind while framing the policy.

Prasar Bharati indefinitely extends deadline for feature film, program proposals for upcoming OTT

The notice by Prasar Bharati says that each agency must select and plan its own ad-serving arrangements.

On September 21, Prasar Bharati invited applications for sourcing of already produced 50 feature films and multiple programs on license fee/royalty basis, and the deadline was set for October 20.

Gaming can help India’s share in global M&E sector climb to 4%: Sanjay Jaju, MIB

Industry leaders stressed the importance of adopting proven, non-disruptive digital technologies to enhance efficiency and unlock opportunities in India’s culturally diverse market.

Addressing the gaming community and stakeholders at an event, Sanjay Jaju, Secretary, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, talked about how the ‘sunrise’ sector has the potential to create jobs, fund start-ups and build enterprises.

Auto sector ad volumes down by 14% on TV in H1’24

News was the leading channel genre of auto sector during H1’24 with a 65% share of ad volumes.

The auto sector, however, witnessed an increase of 25% in print ad spaces, a 14% increase in radio, and a significant growth of 55% in digital in the first half of 2024 (H1), according to TAM AdEx report.

Govt issues guidelines to crack down on misleading ads in coaching sector

"It is imperative that these positions are filled as soon as possible to ensure consumer cases are handled efficiently," Khare said.

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) took suo moto action against 45 coaching centers and has already imposed a penalty of more than Rs 54 lakh on 18 coaching institutes for misleading advertisements.

EXCLUSIVE: Small part of Prasar Bharati OTT will be subscription-based; rest all free, says MIB’s Sanjay Jaju

The 86th online e-auction was held from March 4, 2025 onwards.

Sanjay Jaju, Secretary, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, confirmed to Storyboard18 that Prasar Bharati’s OTT will be launched on November 20, with over 60 FreeDish channels and archival content.

EXCLUSIVE: Going through rigor of understanding how to roll out D2M: MIB’s Sanjay Jaju

Under his leadership, there have been initiatives such as the launch of Prasar Bharati’s OTT platform, advocacy for digital radio, and the production of high-quality, globally relevant content.

Sanjay Jaju, Secretary, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, told Storyboard18 that the Ministry has completed the ‘proof of concept’ of D2M technology at this stage. The consultation with the industry stakeholders is going to understand its impact.