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MIB warns OTT platforms against publishing obscene, pornographic content

The ministry stated that it has received concerns from Honorable Members of Parliament, statutory organizations, and public grievances regarding content on OTT platforms.

Furthermore, self-regulatory bodies of OTT platforms are urged to take proactive measures to address any violations of the Code of Ethics by platforms.

Breaking: K. Satish Nambudiripad to be appointed as DG Doordarshan

According to Prasar Bharati's announcement, the selected candidates will serve a three-year tenure, which may be extended but will not exceed five years, including any prior deputation service.

Nambudiripad is likely to take the charge in next three days, sources tell Storyboard18.

MIB to issue notice to comedian Samay Raina over ‘obscene’ content on ‘India’s Got Latent’

The ministry stated that it has received concerns from Honorable Members of Parliament, statutory organizations, and public grievances regarding content on OTT platforms.

The National Human Rights Commission, based on a complaint filed by Yogendra Singh Thakur, has asked YouTube to remove the video featuring Ranveer Allahbadia’s “obscene” remarks.

PM Modi engages global leaders at WAVES advisory board meet

WAVES focuses on four key pillars: Broadcasting & Infotainment, Digital Media & Innovation, AVGC-XR, and Films. The event is now likely to take place in Mumbai.

The high-profile meeting featured tech giants, business tycoons, film industry icons, and creative visionaries, including Mukesh Ambani, Sundar Pichai, Satya Nadella, Anand Mahindra, Amitabh Bachchan, Shahrukh Khan, among others.

MIB officials meet Telangana govt, TVAGA to discuss WAVES

MIB officials assured stakeholders that the event dates would be announced within a week.

Storyboard18 was the first to report on the postponement of WAVES, which was initially scheduled to take place in New Delhi from February 5 to February 9, 2025. The event is now expected to be held in Mumbai.

Government earmarks Rs 1,211 crore for publicity in 2025-26

The Broadcasting sector had an expenditure of ₹2897.74 crores in 2023-24, with a planned budget of ₹2829.70 crores for 2025-26.

The government spent ₹1228 crores on Information and Publicity in 2023-24, with an estimated ₹1210.76 crores budgeted for 2025-26.

Regulating digital media: Parliament panel proposes unified media framework

The ministry stated that it has received concerns from Honorable Members of Parliament, statutory organizations, and public grievances regarding content on OTT platforms.

The panel on communications and information technology was led by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) lawmaker Nishikant Dubey.

Amul, Mondelez debut on Prasar Bharati’s OTT platform WAVES

Most original content and live streaming feature 20-second and 30-second trailers and promos for available shows. Some of the featured show promos on the platform include Battle of Bands, Yatra, and Rangoli.

For Advertising-Based Video on Demand (AVOD) and Transactional Video on Demand (TVOD) programs, the revenue-sharing model remains 65:35 for which broadcasters and content providers are praising the pubcaster.

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.

Breaking: MIB’s WAVES postponed, likely to be held in Mumbai

WAVES which focuses on four key pillars: Broadcasting & Infotainment, Digital Media & Innovation, AVGC-XR, and Films is likely to be moved to Mumbai.

WAVES, which focuses on four key pillars – Broadcasting & Infotainment, Digital Media & Innovation, AVGC-XR, and Films, is likely to be moved to Mumbai.