Author: Imran Fazal

FM Radio phase III: Govt approves one-time relaxation for provisional empanelment

Recognizing the complexity of the existing system, the MIB has taken steps to streamline regulations.

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting is also considering extending the deadline for applications and giving more time for the e-auctions for the allotment of 730 channels across 234 uncovered cities under the third batch of FM Phase-III radio channels.

Massive disruption in US media industry, Comcast to spin off cable channels

The majority of NBCUniversal, including the NBC broadcast network, its movie studio, and theme parks, will remain under Comcast’s ownership.

Comcast announced that the new entity will include USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and the Golf Channel, along with several “complementary digital assets” such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, and SportsEngine.

MIB launches India Cine Hub portal for filming permissions; Prasar Bharati’s new OTT Waves offers interactive games

Among its significant recommendations, the Committee proposed the establishment of a Media Council to oversee governance across various media formats, including print, broadcast, and digital platforms.

The ICH portal, previously known as the Film Facilitation Office, allows producers and directors to apply for financial incentives and provides online payment processing. The portal now supports applications for filming at railway stations, on trains, and at Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) sites.

No further consultations: TN online gaming authority set to enforce strict rules for RMG industry

At the previous hearing, the petitioners urged the court to declare certain sections of the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling and Regulation of Online Games Act of 2022 unconstitutional.

Storyboard18 was the first to report that N. Muruganandam, Chief Secretary of the Tamil Nadu government, had hinted at regulating certain games, citing concerns over the growing addiction to online gaming among children and its harmful effects.

Tata Motors PV’s media pitch concludes; auto major retains existing agencies

Tata Motors PV and CV posted a 22 percent year-on-year decline in net profit

Various components of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles’ media mandate, such as above-the-line, digital (for both electric and ICE vehicles), and outdoor advertising, are managed by agencies like Lodestar UM, OMD, Dentsu, and Madison

Prasar Bharati launches its OTT platform Waves at IFFI in Goa

Waves also features a diverse range of content, including movies like Aarakshan, One Day, The Impossible, and Alice Darling, as well as TV shows, games, and a live events section.

Storyboard18 had first reported about MIB’s plan to launch Prasar Bharati’s OTT platform at IFFI in Goa. MIB Secretary Sanjay Jaju had shared details of the launch with this publication on 13 November.