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Net Neutrality: Telcos urge TRAI to ignore letter signed by Nithin Kamath, Vijay Shekhar Sharma, other startup founders

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).

COAI letter to TRAI claims that telecom companies are advocating for exempting start-ups, smaller OTT players from paying network usage fee to telcos.

Zee-Sony merger: NCLAT defers hearing of Axis Finance’s plea challenging deal

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.

Axis Finance’s lawyer asked the tribunal to defer the hearing of the plea as IDBI’s appeal against the same order is expected to come up for hearing tomorrow.

Prasar Bharati to launch OTT platform; releases draft tender outlining goals, specifications

The present government is playing a proactive role in facilitating the establishment of multiple audience measurement agencies, leaving the industry more divided.

The proposed OTT as per the draft tender would also have advertising solutions and shall support personalised and targeted ads.

Tesla’s new advertising tactic; plans to expand to countries with potentially large market

The cuts will target veteran civil servants after earlier rounds focused on probationary workers with fewer job protections.

There have been Tesla ads at the Haneda Airport in Tokyo. The ad runs across the entire wall and showcases Tesla’s Model Y and focuses on the brand’s large supercharger network and its famous autopilot feature.

Is Gen Z afraid of the impact of AI on jobs?

48 percent of Gen Z prioritise mental and emotional well-being. (Representative Image: Steve Johnson via Unsplash)

Gen Z is a digital-first generation who place a strong emphasis on holistic wellness. As defined by them, this wellness includes physical, mental as well as social well-being.

TRAI extends date for inputs on ‘National Broadcasting Policy’ formulation paper

EBITDA stood at ₹44.3 crores boasting a 33 percent margin and demonstrating a substantial 36.4 percent YoY improvement, primarily driven by robust top-line growth. (Representative Image: Paul Einerhand via Unsplash)

The TRAI has decided to extend the last date for submission of comments up to 31st October 2023.

Blackstone in talks with Disney for its India business: Reports

The NCLT on Feb 9, rejected the IPRS’s plea questioned the legality of the arrangement between Star India and Novi Digital Entertainment. (Representative Image: via Unsplash)

Kevin Mayer and Tom Staggs, former Disney executives who were reappointed as advisers by CEO Bob Iger in July, are leading the discussions, as per reports.

MIB grants new license and witnesses nine surrenders in September, MSO registrations stand at 1,478

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)

Mybharat Net Pvt. Ltd secured the new license on September 13.

India’s oldest think tank USI to hold first Indian Military Heritage Festival

Military Heritage Festival intends to engage global as well as Indian think tanks, institutions, corporations, public and private sector undertakings, non-profit organisations, academicians, and research scholars who have been working on topics related to India’s national security, foreign policy, military history, as well as experts in the field of military heritage.

Military Heritage Festival, in association with Network18’s television and digital platforms, will be held at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi, on 21-22 October 2023.