Tag: Media

Data security, a top priority for MIB: Anurag Thakur

Thakur said, “4 lakh crore sale happened of local items. This happened after PM appealed for ‘Vocal for Local’ and he asked people to buy local products. This shows how much people consider PM.” (Image source: official website - anuragthakur.in)

As Storyboard18 first reported on February 15, MIB Minister Anurag Thakur addressed various topics at the International Conference and Exhibition on Broadcast and Technology, including regional content, sustainable broadcasting, and data security.

As the public broadcaster we have to balance revenue and content diversity: Gaurav Dwivedi

In a world increasingly dictated by algorithms, Dwivedi emphasizes the importance of human judgment in journalism. He believes in empowering reporters to retain control over their narratives and their revenue. (Image via Prasar Bharati website)

In 2023, Prasar Bharati’s revenue from auction of MPEG-2 slots saw a 66 percent boost, touching Rs Rs1071 crore. This bounce-back followed a 12 percent decline the previous year.

Zee starts appraisals on time, but hiring tightens as cost cuts loom: Job security in question?

Zee Entertainment reported a 180 percent jump in its profit in the December quarter.

In spite of the no layoff promise in January, on February 13 when ZEEL announced its Q3 FY24 results, it also said they were strategically reassessing overall cost structure. This initiative spans key areas such as technology, content, marketing, and personnel.

To save a merger: ZEE and Sony attempt to iron out disagreements?

After the deal was terminated in January, Zee apparently has reached out to the Sony executives to reconsider the termination and has also offered for talks this month.

Reports suggest Zee and Sony are attempting to iron out differences to salvage the $10 billion media merger.
It is expected that Zee will communicate its final decision to Sony within the next 24-48 hours, indicating whether they accept all terms and conditions of the agreement.

CJI DY Chandrachud’s unique number plate sparks debate

Initially, the remarkable number plate garnered admiration from social media users. Later, it was pointed out that the vehicle is assigned to the registrar of the Supreme Court of India and using it is one of the privileges DY Chandrachud enjoys as the CJI. (Representational image via Unsplash)

The distinctive licence plate of CJI Chandrachud DL1 CJI 0001 went viral on social media after brand expert Lloyd Mathias shared the picture on X.

Prime Video enters distribution agreement with Sony

TV aficionados will find timeless classics such as I Dream of Jeannie, Bewitched, Mad About You, and Diff’rent Strokes and recent hit shows including A Very English Scandal and Loudermilk.

With an add-on subscription to Sony Pictures – Stream on Prime Video Channels, Prime members can enjoy an extensive slate of multi-genre content offerings.