A Romanian aircraft carrying 275 passengers, mostly Indians, on Monday left for India four days after they were detained by the French authorities at an airport near Paris over suspected 'human trafficking'.
The way video is being watched and monetised is changing. This is the first thing that stands out as the penetration of smart TVs continues to rise.
The TRAI has released a consultation paper on community radio, which aims at obtaining structured inputs on issues like eligibility, licensing process, funding, and regulation and monitoring for the segment.
"If the music royalty is reduced by Rs 100 crore (Rs 1 billion), I think many of the FM radio stations in the country could be very viable. Or else, they will be forced to shutdown," says Prashant Panday, CEO, Radio Mirchi.
Five deals worth $30 million had taken place in 2013 against $7 million in 2012.
Telecom service providers have doubled down on their demands for a proposed fair-share charge (FSC) to be levied on major over-the-top (OTT) service providers, opening up the 6 GHz spectrum band and increasing the number of testing labs for telecommunication products. Telecom industry body Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) on Wednesday said these were the topmost demands for Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government. The industry body wants this additional capital expenditure to be borne by these Large Traffic Generator (LTGs) OTTs as a proposed fair-share charge.
Those whose names were mentioned during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Mann ki Baat radio broadcast, swacchagrahi or foot soldiers who have played a key role in cleanliness drives and women sarpanches (village heads) are also part of the list shared by the Union ministry of home affairs to be invited for the function.
'A lot of actors auditioned for Wagle Ki Duniya, but R K Laxman rejected them all.' 'He was the decision-maker, as the serial was based on his Common Man.' 'He wanted a natural, who looked like a common man.'
'He was a practical person who ensured that he thought about the common man, animals, the fact that they have a life and they have to be respected.'
People in large numbers participated in the India Day Parade held in New York, United States.
Founder of the Virgin Group of Companies Richard Branson (left) poses with Chief Executive Officer of HT Media, Rajiv Verma during a press conference in New Delhi on Monday.
Big FM topped in Bangalore and Mumbai, and Mirchi in Delhi in terms of reach. Big FM identified with its name, emerging as the radio channel with widest reach, a big achievement in just one year. The channel boasts of having 34 stations.
'We have informed the government multiple times that the situation in the US and India are different.' 'Here, there will be a 500 MHz gap in the frequencies which will safely allow aviation without interference.'
'When the bombing happened in the Taj Mahal hotel in 2008, that was a very sad moment, but he really took care of the people, took care of everybody and that was when you saw some of his best moments.' 'There are some things which we will never forget. That is when the best of a person comes out.'
'I think some of us, like Mukesh Ambani, myself and those of us who head industrial units, ought to really focus on what we can really do to make the world a safer place, maybe 50 or 100 years from now.' 'For instance, how can we deal with climate change and global warming, right now?' 'The effects of it may not be felt now; in fact, we may pay a price for it today, but it will help the generations to follow.'
Seeking to reach out to more people, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday addressed the countrymen over radio for the first time, giving a pep talk about how to shed despondency and use their skills for the betterment and prosperity of the country.
The entire census and NPR exercise is likely to cost the government over Rs 12,000 crore, the officials said.
Envisaging to further expand the scope of radio, Telecom Regulatory Authority of India on Wednesday invited suggestions on issues relating to satellite radio service to chalk out a policy framework for the new technology which, among other things, ca
An official statement said Modi chaired a meeting where he was briefed about the likelihood of above-normal maximum temperatures over most parts of the country during April-June, with high probability of such conditions in central western peninsular India.
Radio City 91 FM, an FM radio station jointly promoted by Music Broadcast Private Ltd and STAR TV, hopes to break even in next two years time, provided there is a slash in the FM radio broadcaster licensing fee.
South Africa might have faltered at the finishing line but their maiden final appearance in the T20 World Cup earned them accolades from local and expatriate fans
Media and entertainment major Star on Tuesday said it was looking to pick up stake in an Indian company for entry into the private FM radio sector.
'How many voices from that time have stood the test of time?' 'There have been RJs before him and after him, but no one has enjoyed his popularity and longevity.'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the country on Friday in his first radio address titled 'Mann Ki baat'.
Bullish on the private FM radio business, Rupert Murdoch's Star group will pick up 20 per cent equity in radio company Music Broadcast Pvt Ltd.
Senior officials said that while AIR has a service in Baloch language, which commenced in 1974, the broadcaster is now looking to augment the news bulletin component.
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The state broadcasters have started the practice, but private news channels may follow suit, a ministry source said.
In the emerging Asian market, 45 per cent of users listed the availability of FM/AM radio as one of the top choices for purchasing a mobile phone, making it a popular application compared with SMS (texting), internet and camera. The findings can help revival of the radio. "This new outlet through mobile phones may help it sustain its life well into this millennium," Matthew Froggatt, managing director of TNS's Global Technology sector, said.
'It's really embarrassing, the scuppering of our plans to get some practice sessions on that Nagpur wicket.'
The Association claimed to represent 13 operators, including Mega Cabs, Easy Cabs, Meru Cabs, Tab Cabs, which run their services in several cities across the country.
A sneak peek of some extraordinary entries for the 60th annual Wildlife Photographer of the Year event.
We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.
'The idea is to frame the ToR quickly, so that Trai can begin its consultations with industry stakeholders.'
