IBDF prepares for annual meeting and leadership elections

IBDF's September 22 board meeting charted AGM plans for October 31.(Image sourced from Moneycontrol)

In the previous annual general meeting held on November 18, 2022, K Madhavan, who currently serves as the Country Manager and President of Disney Star India, secured a unanimous re-election for the position of IBDF President.

TRAI’s recommendations drive local value addition in Indian telecom equipment manufacturing

This move by Godrej & Boyce positions the company to capitalize on the growing aspiration and digital payment-driven demand in smaller cities and towns (Representative Image: Vardan Papikyan via Unsplash)

The recommendations are designed to further boost the domestic telecom equipment manufacturing sector and align it with global trends.

TRAI issues recommendations to boost telecom infrastructure in northeast India

Majority of the broadcasters and the members of the Indian Broadcasting and Digital Foundation (IBDF) oppose the TRAI's regulation requiring broadcasters to provide free channels on DD Free Dish to private distribution platform operators (DPOs).

TRAI conducted extensive consultations and interactions with key stakeholders, including meetings, progress reviews, and field visits, to assess the current state of telecom infrastructure and the challenges in its deployment.

Do not give platform to persons charged with serious crimes including terrorism: MIB advises television channels

In a letter that was released on February 13, the IBDF highlighted that it would make a detailed representation to the parliamentary committee which was headed by Prataprao Jadhav, member of parliament, Shiv Sena. (Representative Image: Erik Mclean via Unsplash)

In the advisory, television channels were advised not to provide a platform for individuals with backgrounds involving serious crimes, terrorism, or affiliation with proscribed organizations.

Shah Rukh Khan shines in A23 Poker’s campaign amidst Jawan’s box office success

A23 chose to launch both commercials simultaneously, striking a balance between promotional content and responsible messaging.

Recent celebrity endorsements of gaming ads, like Sachin Tendulkar’s association with Paytm First Game, have faced backlash. However, legal gaming companies in India can advertise across platforms as long as they include proper disclaimers.