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Censor board staffer asked Rs 6.5 lakh bribe: Actor Vishal Krishna

Censor board staffer asked Rs 6.5 lakh bribe: Actor Vishal Krishna

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

On Thursday, September 28, 2023, Tamil star Vishal Krishna opened a Pandora's box by releasing a video where he alleges that a staffer at the Central Board Of Film Certification in Mumbai allegedly asked him for Rs 650,000 before issuing a censor certificate for the Hindi version of his Tamil blockbuster Mark Antony.

Ukraine apologises for Goddess Kali tweet

Ukraine apologises for Goddess Kali tweet

Rediff.com2 May 2023

The country's deputy foreign minister Emine Dzhaparova said that Ukraine 'regrets' the defence ministry's depiction of goddess Kali in a 'distorted manner' and that the European country 'respects unique Indian culture and highly appreciates support from India'.

'Promotes gang-rape culture': Twitter, YouTube asked to pull down perfume ad

'Promotes gang-rape culture': Twitter, YouTube asked to pull down perfume ad

Rediff.com4 Jun 2022

The videos of the perfume brand Layer Shot sparked outrage among a large section of social media users, who claimed the advertisement sought to promote sexual violence against women.

Govt sets up panel to review TRP system

Govt sets up panel to review TRP system

Rediff.com12 May 2010

The Union ministry of information & broadcasting has constituted a committee headed by Amit Mitra, secretary general, FICCI, to review existing television rating point system (TRP) in India and suggest measures to bring in place an effective mechanism for a transparent TRP system in the country.

Wanted: Translators!

Wanted: Translators!

Rediff.com13 Oct 2004

Alert: Wanted, Delhi-based translators on a casual basis.

TRAI lists norms for DTH operators

TRAI lists norms for DTH operators

Rediff.com26 Aug 2006

After the quality of service regulations for cable operators in CAS-notified areas, Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has recommended a slew of service obligations for Direct-To-Home operators.

FDI cap in DTH to go up to 74%

FDI cap in DTH to go up to 74%

Rediff.com26 Mar 2008

Currently, we are planning to construct one animation centre in Pune. We have asked PwC to prepare a detailed report for the same; it should be ready in the next four months.

Editorial jobs for NRIs, foreigners get a go-ahead

Editorial jobs for NRIs, foreigners get a go-ahead

Rediff.com28 Apr 2007

Newspapers and other news and current affairs publications in the country may soon be able to appoint foreigners and Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) at senior editorial and management positions.

Govt may revise uplinking guidelines

Govt may revise uplinking guidelines

Rediff.com12 Jul 2003

The government on Saturday said it would have a re-look at the uplinking guidelines to ensure that the 26 per cent cap on foreign equity is strictly followed and a level playing field maintained.

Uri Director on National Award: It can't get better

Uri Director on National Award: It can't get better

Rediff.com9 Aug 2019

'I am dedicating this award to each and every brave soldier of our country and their families.'

Senior journalist A Surya Prakash appointed Prasar Bharati chairman

Senior journalist A Surya Prakash appointed Prasar Bharati chairman

Rediff.com28 Oct 2014

Senior journalist A Surya Prakash was on Tuesday appointed chairman of the Prasar Prasar Bharati Board, filling a post which had been lying vacant for the last six months.

'Make in India' Facebook page adds 1 member every 3 seconds

'Make in India' Facebook page adds 1 member every 3 seconds

Rediff.com4 Jan 2015

Make in India has seen an overwhelming response on its digital platforms like Facebook and Twitter since its launch just 3 months ago.

Rebels without a cause: Jaitley hits out at Censor Board resignations

Rebels without a cause: Jaitley hits out at Censor Board resignations

Rediff.com17 Jan 2015

The chairperson of the Censor Board has sent her resignation to the government. So have some other members. They have alleged interference by the government and corruption in the board.

12-min ad cap: Govt to study revenue loss

12-min ad cap: Govt to study revenue loss

Rediff.com10 Sep 2013

The ministry's move to intervene in the matter comes 20 days before implementation, after broadcasters complained they would suffer huge loss because digitisation was still in the first phase across the country.

Govt tightens noose around e-tailers, 9 depts to monitor biz

Govt tightens noose around e-tailers, 9 depts to monitor biz

Rediff.com30 Jan 2015

Each dept could handle a designated area.

Hansal Mehta: Keep political compulsions out of cinema

Hansal Mehta: Keep political compulsions out of cinema

Rediff.com7 Jul 2014

Hansal Mehta sniffs a political conspiracy; Information and Broadcasting official poohpoohs the charge.