Category: Television

M&E Future: Unified interface to be critical for CTV’s growth

The committee invited three industry organizations: the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), the Indian Motion Picture Producers' Association (IMPPA), and the Motion Picture Association (MPA).

New multi-screen and multi-format strategies are an imperative for media firms. A unified interface to simplify customer experience and discovery of content. It will become the new landing page and earn placement and marketing revenues: FICCI EY report.

Delhi High Court denies Dish TV trademark claim; says cannot claim exclusive usage rights on ‘Dish’ word

The case highlighted the actions of certain operators of Facebook pages and online platforms accused of sharing doctored videos of Dr. Shetty, falsely attributing unverified health advice and product endorsements to him.

The bench stated that ‘Dish’ is a common English word, and cannot be singled out to allow monopoly for its use.

CTV to be the largest distributor of content on large screens by 2030: Report

No doubt, the growth of regional OTT platforms highlights the increasing demand for localised content, posing a potential challenge to global giants like JioCinema, Netflix, Disney+Hotstar, and Amazon Prime Video. (Image source: Unsplash)

Connected TVs to start scaling more quickly and reach 100 million by 2030, states the FICCI – EY report on the media and entertainment industry.

Viewership of non-cricket sports on TV fell by 39 percent in 2023: Report

The recent decision was taken under the provisions of the Information Technology Act, 2000 in consultation with other Ministries/Departments of the Government of India, and domain experts specializing in media and entertainment, women's rights, and child rights. (Representative Image: Glenn Carstens-Peters via Unsplash)

The FICCI – EY report on the media and entertainment industry highlights shifts in viewership.

Akshay Kumar presents inspiring story of ‘World’s Tallest Statue’ in History TV18’s upcoming documentary

The documentary features success and upliftment stories of locals who have benefitted from the project, with their town becoming a major tourist destination.

The documentary also features insights from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who as the Chief Minister of Gujarat, had envisioned this project.

Broadcasting policy: TRAI says there’s opportunity to review audience measurement system

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).

The Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) India owns a television audience measurement system which measures TV viewing habits. TRAI Chairman said, “…there is an opportunity to review the structure of audience measurement…”

TRAI to issue new broadcast-policy consultation paper in next few days

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 Chairman Anil Kumar Lahoti said the Authority has completed the process of pre-conversation for a broadcast policy.

MIB’s Joint Secy Sanjiv Shankar: Imposing carriage fees on OTT services could undermine Net Neutrality principle

The recent decision was taken under the provisions of the Information Technology Act, 2000 in consultation with other Ministries/Departments of the Government of India, and domain experts specializing in media and entertainment, women's rights, and child rights. (Representative Image: Glenn Carstens-Peters via Unsplash)

“The attempt by telecom companies to double dip by charging both consumers and content providers raises concerns about fairness and market integrity,” stated Sanjiv Shankar, adding that voluntary commercial arrangements between telecom network operators and OTT providers may be encouraged.

FICCI-EY Report: M&E sector grew over 8 percent in 2023 to cross Rs 2.3 trillion. All the key findings

The recent decision was taken under the provisions of the Information Technology Act, 2000 in consultation with other Ministries/Departments of the Government of India, and domain experts specializing in media and entertainment, women's rights, and child rights. (Representative Image: Glenn Carstens-Peters via Unsplash)

Digital revenues to surpass TV in 2024. Online gaming overtook filmed entertainment to become the fourth largest segment. Key findings from the 2024 FICCI-EY Report.