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BARC identifies premium households, panels to be installed by April 2025

Earlier, in March 2024, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting blocked 18 OTT platforms for publishing obscene, vulgar, and, in some cases, pornographic content.

The Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) had ordered over 5,000 premium panels to measure CTV consumption in the country.

Delhi HC to hear petitions challenging constitutionality of IT Rules

The HC decision follows the hearing of three petitions against the non-regulation of deepfake technology in the country and the threat of its potential misuse.

The petitions were filed citing government’s control on social media services, video streaming platforms and digital news outlets.

NBDA to keep its stance regarding ‘fake news’ infront of Parliament panel

NBDA had pointed out that the consultation paper’s assumptions about broadcasting’s classification within telecommunications appear both unfounded and counterproductive

An official statement said the Standing Committee on Communications and Information Technology will meet on November 21 on the subject of “Review of mechanisms to curb fake news.”

‘We prefer doing L&M deals in the domestic market,’ says Saurabh Kalra of McDonald’s

As of June 2024, the chain operated 403 restaurants across 66 cities. Of these, 92% featured McCafés, 86% were Experience of the Future (EOTF) locations, and 20% included drive-thrus.

The quick-service restaurant (QSR) chain plans to open approximately 580 to 630 restaurants by December 2027, averaging 40 to 50 new locations annually.

Global Esports defies odds to become India’s first profitable esports organization

Despite decline in brand sponsorships and game publisher interests, GE's profitability shows green shoots and the revival of esports industry in the country.

Despite decline in brand sponsorships and game publisher interests, GE’s profitability shows green shoots and the revival of esports industry in the country.

MoHFW infringing powers of MIB, OTT platforms oppose non-skippable anti-tobacco ads

Dr. L Murugan, Minister of State for MIB, emphasized that India's judicial system ensures the protection of constitutional rights, including press freedom.

Stakeholders have also expressed concern over the heavy compliance burden on OTT platforms. To meet the amendment’s requirements, platforms would need to edit extensive amounts of content.

Pandit Ad Wars! Astrologers compete for ‘stars’ in wedding season showdown

According to Business Research Insights, the global astrology app market size was USD 3.22 billion in 2023 and market is projected to touch USD 23.87 billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 24.93% during the forecast period.

It’s not only astrology apps in the race to outbid each other; even astrologers and “pandits” (priests) are striving for better reviews and star ratings on these platforms.

Gladiator Esports acquires Bengaluru based Gods Reign

The newly assembled team, which had a combined prize pool earnings of approximately INR 2.5 crores ($276,703) in FY23.

This consolidation aims to streamline operations, strengthen brand identity, and leverage the combined resources of both entities.

Mega IPL auction to take place in Saudi Arabia on Nov 24 and 25

The 10 franchises collectively have around ₹641.5 crore available for the 204 slots, of which 70 are reserved for overseas players.

Delhi High Court blocks pirate app streaming Disney Star content

Additionally, it ordered PayPal Payment Private Limited to freeze the account of the King's app owner.

The court also directed the domain name registrar to disclose information about King’s ownership, including name, address, IP address, payment method, bank details, and information on any other websites infringing Disney Star’s content.