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Priyanka Chaturvedi begins new chapter with roles in academia and public policy

Rajya Sabha MP joins O.P. Jindal Global University as a faculty member to lead ORF’s Women-Led Futures initiative and hints at an upcoming book.

July 04, 2026, 01:14:00 PM

Z secures exclusive Bundesliga media rights in India for five seasons

From the 2026–27 season, Bundesliga matches will stream on Zee5 and air on Unite8 Sports channels, alongside grassroots football initiatives across India.

July 02, 2026, 12:03:00 PM

JioStar drops ESPN branding; renames ESPNcricinfo back to Cricinfo

The cricket platform returns to its original 1993 identity as part of the post-merger transition following the Reliance-Disney deal in India.

June 24, 2026, 4:12:00 PM

Sony Sports Network bags exclusive broadcast rights for India’s Ireland tour in 2026

SPNI to air both T20Is across Sony Sports Network and Sony LIV as it strengthens its international cricket portfolio.

June 18, 2026, 12:58:00 PM

Mirror Now repositions as multi-genre news and lifestyle channel to attract young urban viewers

Times Network expands the channel's focus beyond news to include business, culture, entertainment, technology and lifestyle content, while reviving flagship show The Urban Debate.

June 17 2026, 12:28:00 PM

YouTube joins hands with ICC to expand Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 coverage

Partnership brings exclusive highlights, warm-up match livestreams, Shorts content and a dedicated tournament hub to boost fan engagement in India.

June 15, 2026, 12:07:00 PM

Rubika Liyaquat set to join Times Now Navbharat following exit from News18 India

Discussions around Liyaquat's next move intensified after Times Now Navbharat unveiled a promotional campaign for an upcoming programme, News Ki Pathshala.

June 8, 2026

Zee secures FIFA Media rights in India through 2034, expands sports portfolio

Deal covers 39 FIFA events, including the 2026 and 2030 FIFA World Cups, with broadcasts across television and Zee5.

June 2, 2026

Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited posts Q4 FY26 loss of Rs 104 crore as ad revenue weakens

Full-year profit drops 60% YoY to Rs 271 crore, while higher content and promotional spends weigh on margins.

May 20, 2026, 3:42:00 PM

The Indian Express names Sree Shakti as Head of Originals & Video Strategy

Former Brut India Executive Editor to drive digital video innovation, expand social storytelling formats, and deepen engagement with younger audiences.

May 12, 2026, 12:33:00 PM

Netflix awards India media mandate to Omnicom Media Group after strategic review

Account moves from Wavemaker following multi-agency pitch, with new mandate spanning traditional and digital media duties

Amazon Prime Video integrates Amazon MX Player into a unified entertainment platform in India

The combined service will bring together free and paid streaming, add-on subscriptions, and transactional video offerings under the Prime Video ecosystem.

May 7, 2026, 11:29:00 PM

FIFA rejects JioStar’s $20 million bid for FIFA World Cup 2026 India rights

Delayed negotiations leave broadcast deals unresolved in India and China weeks before tournament kickoff.

May 5, 2026, 5:12:00 PM

Slay Media Partners with Eloelo Group for content and video creation

Collaboration to drive strategy and production of digital-first, video-led content across Eloelo’s expanding platforms.

May 4 2026, 4:49:00 PM

Vi Movies & TV enters microdrama space with bullet app partnership

Telco expands content portfolio with short-form, mobile-first series targeting India’s fast-growing digital audience.

May 4 2026, 4:44:00 PM

Integral Ad Science launches Total TV to boost transparency in CTV advertising

New solution unifies cross-platform content data and campaign insights across major streaming services.

Apr 28, 2026, 3:06:00 PM

Netflix tests vertical video feed, doubles down on AI-led discovery and content tools

Short-form feature rollout, enhanced recommendations, and generative AI investments signal deeper push into personalised viewing and creator workflows

Quint Digital brings Time Out to India, to launch first Time Out Market in Delhi

Platform goes live across Delhi and Mumbai; flagship 24,500 sq ft Time Out Market to open at Aerocity in H2 2026.

Apr 23, 2026, 3:47:00 PM

Sony Pictures Networks India acquires media rights for Asian Games 2026

The multi-sport event will be broadcast across Sony Sports Network channels and streamed on Sony LIV, covering audiences across India and the subcontinent.

Apr 21, 2026, 6:00:00 PM

Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings to step down as chairman in June

End of an era as Hastings exits board after nearly three decades; company eyes growth amid rising competition.

Apr 15, 2026, 3:45:00 PM

Sony Pictures Networks India secures Indian Football League rights for 2025–26 Season

Strengthening its football lineup, the network adds another domestic property alongside ISL, Durand Cup, and major UEFA tournaments.

Apr 14, 2026, 5:10:00 PM

Nandagopal Rajan appointed CEO of The Indian Express – Digital

Longtime company veteran steps up from COO role after 13 years with the organisation.

Apr 10, 2026, 11:55:00 PM

FanCode bags exclusive India rights for golf Majors

The platform to stream The Masters Tournament, PGA Championship and U.S. Open for second consecutive year.

Apr 06, 2026, 4:33:00 PM

Times Network unveils global-first brand identity

It is unveiled by Ashwini Vaishnaw and Vineet Jain, with a message from Narendra Modi, the rebrand reflects a forward-looking, borderless media vision.

Mar 27, 2026, 12:00:00 PM

Adani Group takes full control of IANS with final stake buyout

AMNL acquires remaining 24% voting and 0.74% non-voting shares for ₹47 million; news agency becomes wholly owned arm of AMG Media Networks.

Mar 25, 2026, 3:33:00 PM

Gunjarav Nayak to spearhead West market and premium verticals at ZEEL

Takes on expanded mandate across HMG, Brand Works, IPs, and digital sales to drive high-value, integrated revenue growth.

Mar 25, 2026, 1:06:00 PM

YouTube introduces 30-second non-skippable ads on connected TVs

The new format gives brands more time for storytelling as YouTube aims to replicate traditional TV-style advertising on living room screens.

Mar 12, 2026, 5:09:00 PM

Over 88,000 publications cancelled, ₹5 crore penalties imposed via Press Sewa Portal: MIB

Government says over 1.5 lakh legacy newspaper records digitised as press registration shifts fully online under the Press and Registration of Periodicals Act, 2023.

Mar 12, 2026, 12:14:00 PM

Paramount Skydance Corp. to merge HBO Max and Paramount+ after $110 billion Warner Bros. discovery deal

The combined platform will bring together over 200 million subscribers globally, retain HBO as a standalone brand, and target $69 billion in revenue as the merged entity scales up content and sports investments.

March 03, 2026, 11:50:00 PM

Mimansa Malik hosts Doordarshan’s ‘Decode’ in Sudhir Chaudhary’s absence

Malik is a familiar name in the television news industry, having spent nearly 24 years with Zee News. She later had a brief stint with Bharat24.

Mar 02, 2026, 5:44:00 PM

Vanita Keswani steps down as CEO of Madison Media Sigma After 30 Years

The veteran leader to pursue independent entrepreneurial venture.

Mar 02, 2026, 5:40:00 PM

Netflix walks away from Warner Bros bid as Paramount Skydance offer prevails

The streaming giant declines to match revised proposal, says deal no longer financially attractive at higher valuation.

Feb 27, 2026, 12:25:00 PM

Story TV repackages Zee’s iconic serials into bite-sized mobile dramas

Eloelo Group platform partners with Zee to adapt Agent Raghav, Santoshi Maa, Fear Files and more into microdrama formats for India’s smartphone-first audiences

Feb 24, 2026, 5:22:00 PM

YouTube expands conversational AI feature to smart TVs and streaming devices

Viewers can now ask real-time questions about videos directly on their TV screens without interrupting playback

Feb 20, 2026, 1:00:00 PM

Overseas Audiences Drive a Quarter of Prime Video’s Indian Content Viewership

Prime Video highlights the growing global appetite for Indian originals, with international audiences accounting for 25% of total watch time.

Feb 13, 2026, 12:10:00 PM

Shreya Sinha Appointed Deputy Editor at NDTV

Seasoned journalist Shreya Sinha joins NDTV as Deputy Editor, bringing expertise in political reporting and digital news leadership to the national newsdesk.

Feb 13, 2026, 11:20:00 AM

JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar appoint senior leaders across engineering, product and adtech teams

Streaming platforms strengthen leadership ranks to boost technology, product innovation and advertising solutions.

Feb 10, 2026, 12:30:00 PM

Balaji Telefilms forays into talent management with new digital arm Hoonur

Entertainment studio expands footprint into talent discovery and digital-first artist representation.

Feb 10, 2026, 11:00:00 AM

Zee Entertainment appoints Aparna Ramachandran as EVP and head of network digital – central

Former Balaji Telefilms executive to lead digital strategy and original content across central portfolio

Jan 29, 2026, 11:40:00 AM

Moneycontrol launches ‘Eco Pulse Index’ to track India’s economy in real time

High-frequency monthly indicator to offer early signals on growth momentum ahead of official GDP data

Jan 29, 2026, 11:10:00 AM

Zee Entertainment Launches Zee TV as FAST Channel on Samsung TV Plus in Germany, Austria and Switzerland

Flagship Hindi channel goes live with 24/7 German subtitles to tap wider European audiences

Jan 28, 2026, 11:40:00 AM

The Hindu names Druhi Sethi head of digital marketing in newsroom-side leadership move

The former Social Beat associate vice president transitions from agency roles to steer the publication’s digital marketing strategy.

Jan 22, 2026, 10:10:00 AM

Mona Jain returns to ABP Network as president for revenue growth and business development

Former ABP and Zee Media revenue leader rejoins the broadcaster after most recently serving as chief growth officer at BrandPulse Global

Jan 14, 2026, 11:10:00 AM

Netflix eyes Warner Bros Discovery studios in $82.7-billion cash bid amid takeover tussle with Paramount

Streaming giant moves to buy film and streaming units as rival $108.4-billion offer from Paramount intensifies battle for Hollywood major.

Jan 14, 2026, 10:00:00 AM

Netflix at 10: Streaming Giant Bets on Local Stories, Premium Positioning and Scale in India

As Netflix completes a decade in India, its top leadership outlines how premium positioning, local-language storytelling and creator partnerships are shaping the platform’s next phase of growth.

Jan 10, 2026, 2:30:00 PM

Dr. Fixit Joins Women’s Premier League as Official Umpire Partner

Pidilite’s waterproofing brand aligns with BCCI to extend its expertise-led positioning to India’s fast-growing women’s cricket league

Jan 8, 2026, 11:30:00 AM

MasterChef India Returns to Sony LIV With Jodi Format and Expanded Brand Partnerships

New season reunites original judges and brings collaborative cooking, regional cuisines and strong sponsor presence to the streaming platform

Jan 8, 2026, 11:20:00 AM

WPP Launches WPP Media Sports to Offer Unified Sports and Gaming Solutions for Brands

New practice aims to help brands plan, activate and measure sports investments more holistically amid changing fan engagement patterns.

Jan 8, 2026, 11:10:00 AM

FanCode secures exclusive ATP Tour rights for Indian Subcontinent till 2028

The multi-year deal with ATP Media makes FanCode the exclusive digital home for men’s professional tennis across the region.

Jan 5, 2026, 11:10:00 AM

Network18, CNN extend CNN-News18 partnership till 2035, expand global digital push

Renewed licensing agreement marks third decade of collaboration, with focus on international digital and connected TV audiences

Jan 5, 2026, 11:00:00 AM

Zee Entertainment Unveils ‘Zee Immerse’ to Build Cross-Platform Branded IPs

Zee Entertainment has launched Zee Immerse, a new vertical aimed at creating cross-platform branded IPs that focus on participation-led storytelling, cultural relevance and long-term brand ecosystems across TV, digital and on-ground formats.

Dec 26, 2025, 11:30:00 AM

Sony Pictures Networks India Brings ‘Wheel of Fortune’ to India, Akshay Kumar to Host

Sony Pictures Networks India is set to expand its prime-time entertainment slate with the Indian debut of global game show Wheel of Fortune, to be hosted by Akshay Kumar.

Dec 19, 2025, 11:20:00 AM