Sony Entertainment Talent Ventures India and Natekar Sports and Gaming announce ‘World Pickleball League’

The inaugural global pickleball league will consist of six franchises, each featuring 6 to 8 players, comprising a mix of leading international players from all over the world and Indian talent.

NSG will look to invest over $10 million over the next 3-5 years in India and the APAC countries. The league is poised to also propel pickleball into the international spotlight, offering a compelling fusion of sports, fun and entertainment that will captivate players, brands, and fans alike, worldwide.

Reliance-Disney merger likely to close by first half of 2025

Reliance Industries has also assured that there would be no adverse impact on competition, as a result of the merger.

The merger of Star India with Reliance Industries is expected to be closed by the first half of 2025, The Walt Disney Company said in a regulatory filing.

Interactive Avenues partners with Chhanv Foundation to empower acid attack survivors

According to a report by the Acid Survivors Foundation, close to 70 percent of acid attacks are against women. These attacks not only lead to permanent physical disfigurement but also profoundly impact the education, livelihood, social well-being and mental health of the victims.

The agency gave a creative twist to the viral social media trend “ek machhli paani mai gayi” and crafted a series of Instagram reels focused on Sheroes Hangout – a chain of cafes run by acid attack survivors.

Hulu valuation dilemma: Third-party to decide price tag?

Their contract included a provision for a neutral third-party valuation if the initial assessments by each company's chosen banks differed significantly. (Photo by BoliviaInteligente on Unsplash)

JP Morgan Chase has reportedly valued Hulu for Disney at around $27.5 billion, while Morgan Stanley, representing Comcast, placed the value at over $40 billion.

Star India’s sports revenue dropped 17 percent to $105 million

India sports revenue dropped 17 percent to $105 million, while operating expenses for the quarter declined by 48 percent to $102 million.

Star India’s sports business narrowed its operating loss by 73 percent to $27 million for the quarter ended March 30 due to lower programming and production costs attributable to the non-renewal of Board of Control for Cricket in India.