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Sep 29, 2026

India’s media industry needs to move from scale to value: Prabhat

Prabhat emphasized the need for India's media and entertainment industry to create enduring economic value. He noted that overwhelming scale of content production is insufficient for sustainability and growth in creative enterprises. Greater investment in original intellectual property and improved protection against piracy were highlighted as essential.

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Sep 29, 2026

Reliance's JioStar bets India’s sports fans will do more than just watch the game

JioStar is betting that India’s next phase of sports viewing will combine live matches with AI, commerce, regional languages and interactive features. With Indian-language viewing accounting for 90% of watch time and integrations such as Swiggy driving transactions, the broadcaster is looking beyond eyeballs to turn its growing sports audience into a broader digital commerce opportunity.

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Sep 29, 2026

Human touch in AI era & 'original' Indian piece in reels & movie puzzle

Tourism and Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat sees a human comeback in an AI-heavy content world, predicting audiences will gravitate towards more authentic, less AI-driven storytelling. He also wants India to move from being a massive content consumer to a global creator of original IP, using its stories to power tourism and creative economy.

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Sep 29, 2026

Media has bigger role to play in building Brand India: Uday Shankar

Uday Shankar, at FICCI FRAMES, discussed the media industry's responsibility in building Brand India. He highlighted the need for diverse storytelling in news, entertainment, and sports. Shankar emphasized that media shapes society's imagination and aspirations for a better future. He acknowledged the industry's changes with a younger generation bringing innovative ideas and solutions. Overall, he believes the media's role is critical in shaping India's narrative and identity.

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Sep 29, 2026

India's media moment is about TV and mobile convergence, not replacement

Indian viewers are increasingly using various screens for content consumption as the industry adapts. Traditional pay-TV is facing competition from streaming services and connected television options. New app-based delivery for linear channels has been introduced by multiple traditional distributors. Linear television maintains its relevance, especially as a shared viewing medium for families. Live sports events like TATA IPL demonstrate the merging of traditional and digital viewing experiences.

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Sep 29, 2026

JioStar seeks immediate restoration of BARC ratings, regulatory roadmap for linear TV

JioStar CEO Kevin Vaz emphasized the urgent need for the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting to restore BARC audience ratings. This absence of credible audience data is creating uncertainty for broadcasters and advertisers during the festive season. Vaz noted that reliable audience measurement is crucial for brands to effectively plan campaigns. He also expressed the need for regulatory reforms to support the evolution of linear broadcasting.

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Sep 29, 2026

India's TV industry urges I&B Ministry to restore BARC ratings immediately, Kevin Vaz says

Kevin Vaz emphasized the importance of restoring BARC audience ratings to ensure stability in the broadcasting sector. He noted the vital role of reliable measurement during the festive season for campaign planning. Vaz highlighted the growth of India's media and entertainment industry, particularly in the digital segment and live events. He pointed out emerging opportunities in content commerce and new formats like micro-dramas.

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Sep 28, 2026

Dating apps see demand for deeper connections

The survey of 1,000 single Indians aged 18-45 across major metropolitan and Tier 1 cities found that 40% currently use a dating app, while 55% said they were likely or very likely to use one in the next 12 months

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Sep 28, 2026

JetSynthesys, Japan’s MIXI sign MOU to explore gaming collaboration in India

JetSynthesys has signed an MoU with Japan’s MIXI to explore collaboration across gaming, esports, digital entertainment, marketing and potential strategic investments in India. The partnership aims to combine JetSynthesys’ local market expertise with MIXI’s global gaming experience as India emerges as a key growth market for digital entertainment.

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Sep 28, 2026

₹59,000-crore screen bet puts ‘Value of Attention’ to test at FICCI Frames

FICCI Frames 2026 opens in Mumbai on 29th as theatrical film investment is estimated to surge 30% to ₹15,000 crore in FY27

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