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Prasar Bharati’s WAVES vs D2M: Committee of Secretaries meet to discuss D2M tech

The MIB has strongly supported D2M, emphasizing that out of 280 million households in India, only 190 million have televisions, leaving many without access to TV.

Multiple sources close to the developments have indicated that the government remains uncertain about the revenue model of D2M broadcasting.

Union Budget 2025: M&E sector seeks GST revision on digital services, investment in skill development

Indian media and entertainment industry is looking for favorable policy and tax announcements in the upcoming budget for growth. (Image source: Julius Drost, Unsplash)

The media and entertainment sector anticipates simplified regulatory frameworks, a conducive environment for innovation, and initiatives that enhance the digital and technical skills of the workforce.

Maha Kumbh 2025: Travel platforms up ad spends by 40% as bookings skyrocket

OTC platforms/agencies are investing heavily in advertising during the Maha Kumbh and have increased ad spends approximately 40%-50% year-on-year, this includes targeted promotions for flight bookings, pilgrim tour packages and hotel simultaneously.

As train and flight bookings rise over 200% on the back of Maha Kumbh, the online travel platforms and agencies significantly up advertising spends.

AWS strengthens Maharashtra’s digital future with $8.3 billion cloud investment

The investment is expected to significantly impact India's economy, contributing $15.3 billion to the country's GDP and supporting over 81,300 full-time jobs

The investment is expected to significantly impact India’s economy, contributing $15.3 billion to the country’s GDP and supporting over 81,300 full-time jobs

Air India unveils AI-powered eZ booking for faster ticket reservations

The eZ Booking system is built on advanced "Agentic AI" technology, designed to function like a personal digital travel agent.

The eZ Booking system is built on advanced “Agentic AI” technology, designed to function like a personal digital travel agent.

Ayushmann Khurrana appointed ambassador for FICCI Frames

Held annually in Mumbai, the event brings together influential personalities, creative professionals, and policymakers from around the world to discuss emerging trends, innovative technologies, and key challenges in the entertainment landscape.

Netflix to boost content spending to $18 Billion in 2025

The company’s ambitious $18 billion budget reflects its commitment to long-term growth.

Netflix and Prime Video dominate Hindi content, while Disney+ Hotstar shines in regional languages

Netflix ruled the OTT space as Squid Game 2 became the most watched show

Among international originals, Netflix’s Squid Game Season 2 emerged as a powerhouse, becoming India’s most-watched international original of all time.

By 2030, digital economy to fuel 20% of India’s national income: MeitY

In 2022-23, the digital economy accounted for 14.67 million workers, or 2.55% of India’s estimated work force, according to MeitY.

India’s digital economy is expected to grow almost twice as fast as the overall economy, and is expected to contribute one-fifth of GDP by 2030, says the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) in its latest report.

Not within Indian court jurisdiction to hear copyright case by ANI: OpenAI

This rising interest has also driven OpenAI’s enterprise business

The Microsoft-backed AI company has told an Indian court that it was not within the jurisdiction of Indian courts to hear a copyright breach case brought by local news agency ANI as OpenAI had no presence in the country.