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Breaking: Stakeholders to meet MIB on July 19 to brainstorm on SDC

A research report titled The Effectiveness of Tobacco Disclaimers on OTT Content Services by Koan Advisory Group, published in May 2023, found that OTT content does not significantly influence smoking habits in India.

The court had directed MIB to conduct brainstorming sessions with stakeholders to develop an implementable mechanism around Self Declaration Certificate (SDC) and submit their recommendations in three weeks.

Will DoT and MIB clash over broadcasting control heat up in Modi govt’s third term?

The NBP aims at stipulating the vision, mission, goals and strategies that could set the tone for a planned development and growth of the broadcasting sector in the country in the era of new and emerging technologies.

The crux of the issue lies in the perceived synergy between broadcasting and the telecom/technology ecosystems.

PM Modi launches #MeraPehlaVoteDeshKeLiye campaign to encourage young voters

The Prime Minister praised India's animation studios for partnering with global giants like Disney and Warner Brothers, creating original content that showcases Indian culture on the world stage.

The Prime Minister has also issued an appeal to influencers across platforms to actively engage in the campaign.

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.

Debate on news data may soon conclude as BARC meets MIB on Dec 19

The report also said that there was a 2 percent drop in advertising FCT (free commercial time)in 2023 over 2022. A drop was witnessed for 9 out of 12 months with only a marginal increase of 2percent in April to June quarter. (Representational image by Nabil Saleh via Unsplash)

Towards the end of November, the audience measurement agency got the ministry’s approval to do away with the four-week rolling average data system for news ratings but it was soon revoked.

CBC ad rates for private FM radios revised by MIB after seven years

There are 388 operational private FM Radio channels in 113 cities operated by 36 private FM radio operators, according to TRAI data.(Representational image by Alexey Ruban via Unsplash)

The gross base rate for FM radio advertisement will increase from Rs 52 to Rs 74 per ten seconds.

MIB decriminalizes Cable TV Regulations: Amends operational mechanism

In a letter that was released on February 13, the IBDF highlighted that it would make a detailed representation to the parliamentary committee which was headed by Prataprao Jadhav, member of parliament, Shiv Sena. (Representative Image: Erik Mclean via Unsplash)

The ministry has introduced amendments to the Cable Television Networks Rules, 1994, emphasizing the operational framework for implementing the decriminalized provisions of the Cable Television Networks (Regulation) Act, 1995.

Do not give platform to persons charged with serious crimes including terrorism: MIB advises television channels

In the advisory, television channels were advised not to provide a platform for individuals with backgrounds involving serious crimes, terrorism, or affiliation with proscribed organizations.