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PIL seeks to cancel Radio City's license

PIL seeks to cancel Radio City's license

Rediff.com17 Jul 2003

A public interest litigation seeking cancellation of the license of the Star group owned FM radio channel Radio City has been filed in the Lucknow bench of the Allahabad high court.

TRAI keen on satellite radio service

TRAI keen on satellite radio service

Rediff.com29 Dec 2004

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

Adlabs, HT Music, win FM radio licence

Adlabs, HT Music, win FM radio licence

Rediff.com6 Jan 2006

Anil Ambani-controlled Adlabs and Hindustan Times' HT Music & Entertainment have bagged licences in the second phase of FM radio expansion, including Delhi and Mumbai.

Trai wants news on community radio

Trai wants news on community radio

Rediff.com10 Dec 2004

Plea to cut FM radio licence fee

Plea to cut FM radio licence fee

Rediff.com28 May 2003

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.

Radio presenter apologises over Boucher remark

Radio presenter apologises over Boucher remark

Rediff.com14 Jul 2012

A top radio presenter apologised live on air after an unsavoury remark about injured Proteas wicketkeeper Mark Boucher.

'Can We In Our Businesses Set An Example?'

'Can We In Our Businesses Set An Example?'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

'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.'

Ericsson radio base stations in India

Ericsson radio base stations in India

Rediff.com20 Sep 2004

Swedish telecom major Ericsson will be the first multinational to manufacture radio base stations for mobile phones in India to cater to the operators here for their network roll-outs.

FM radio: Star looks out for partner

FM radio: Star looks out for partner

Rediff.com29 Nov 2005

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.

Who Played Irrfan's Double In This Film?

Who Played Irrfan's Double In This Film?

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

'We used Babil as a body double, and in an extreme wide shot too.'

15 STUNNING Wildlife Photos

15 STUNNING Wildlife Photos

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

A sneak peek of some extraordinary entries for the 60th annual Wildlife Photographer of the Year event.

Now, radio host claims Roebuck made him 'uncomfortable'

Now, radio host claims Roebuck made him 'uncomfortable'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2011

Late cricket writer Peter Roebuck's mysterious personal life has become a subject of speculation after his suicide in South Africa with a radio host claiming that the celebrated journalist made him feel 'uncomfotable' and acted 'inappropriately' during an interaction.

Mohammed Rafi's Voice Remains Eternal

Mohammed Rafi's Voice Remains Eternal

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

Forty four years after Mohammed Rafi's untimely demise on July 31, 1980, at the young age of 55, the singer's work continues to enjoy a musical afterlife on radio, television and modern streaming channels.

Delhi to have 15000 radio cabs before CWG 2010

Delhi to have 15000 radio cabs before CWG 2010

Rediff.com7 May 2010

It will be a smooth ride for tourists and citizens during the Commonwealth Games in New Delhi as Delhi government estimates that around 15,000 radio taxis will be on the roads by October.

Railways to scale up advanced Kavach 4.0 installation on new routes

Railways to scale up advanced Kavach 4.0 installation on new routes

Rediff.com24 Jun 2024

Kavach 3.2 version is being installed on approved high-density routes, the railway officials said, adding that upgrading and installation of the latest version on new routes will go on simultaneously to cover a wider railway network in a shorter period.

UK's Asian radio plans US debut

UK's Asian radio plans US debut

Rediff.com24 Mar 2004

Radio ad share to double in 3 years

Radio ad share to double in 3 years

Rediff.com23 Feb 2005

How the world's press rated Paris's Olympics Opening Ceremony

How the world's press rated Paris's Olympics Opening Ceremony

Rediff.com27 Jul 2024

However, the 6,000-odd athletes, 3,000 performers, 300,000 spectators and dozens of world leaders had to endure heavy rain for much of the event.

Injured Neymar to miss Copa America

Injured Neymar to miss Copa America

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

Neymar joined Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal in August but the former Barcelona and Paris St Germain forward played only five games as he struggled with muscle injuries.

Polls may not boost FM radio firms

Polls may not boost FM radio firms

Rediff.com27 Jan 2004

Telcos reiterate demands over FSC, 6 GHz spectrum

Telcos reiterate demands over FSC, 6 GHz spectrum

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

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.

US Secret Service accepts failure to protect Trump

US Secret Service accepts failure to protect Trump

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

'I am not waiting for the completion of those reports, and I've directed the Secret Service to take immediate steps to ensure our protectees are indeed safe. I am committed to pursuing accountability for the Secret Service's failure in Butler, Pennsylvania'

After 8 deaths, vets, African experts to examine health of Kuno cheetahs

After 8 deaths, vets, African experts to examine health of Kuno cheetahs

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

Notably, five adult cheetahs and three cubs have died at KNP in Sheopur district of the state since March this year.

Why DGCA Wants Airline Altimeter Upgrades

Why DGCA Wants Airline Altimeter Upgrades

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

'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.'

Why e-auction of radio stations may hamper the industry

Why e-auction of radio stations may hamper the industry

Rediff.com23 Apr 2013

As the government has adopted ascending e-auction for radio waves, there is a danger that players might end up overbidding.

Kashmiri separatist leader Fai radio tagged

Kashmiri separatist leader Fai radio tagged

Rediff.com27 Jul 2011

Kashmir-born US citizen, Fai, was arrested by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) last week on charges of working for the Government of Pakistan, in particular its spy agency, the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), to lobby at the Capitol Hill and the Administration on Kashmir.

Govt to allow media firms demerge FM radio biz

Govt to allow media firms demerge FM radio biz

Rediff.com11 Sep 2008

According to sources, the proposal regarding 'grant of approval to the transfer of shares by the FM radio company for the purpose of demerging the radio business has been submitted to the Cabinet for its consideration. Over a dozen private FM radio operators, including Reliance ADAG's Big FM, will stand to benefit from this move, experts say.

US removes radio tags from two Indian students

US removes radio tags from two Indian students

Rediff.com10 Feb 2011

United States immigration authorities have removed radio tags from the ankles of two Indian students from California-based Tri Valley University, which has been shut down on charges of massive visa fraud.

TVU row: Radio tags removed from 3 Indian students

TVU row: Radio tags removed from 3 Indian students

Rediff.com17 Feb 2011

The United States Immigration and Custom Enforcement has removed radio tags from three more Indian students of the now shut down Tri Valley University in California and also returned their passports. Susmita Gongulee Thomas, consul general of the Indian Consulate in San Francisco, said the ICE has returned the passports of these three students along with the two others, from whom radio tags were removed last week.

What's in a name in radio biz? Plenty

What's in a name in radio biz? Plenty

Rediff.com3 Jun 2008

The one with the curious name is the runaway leader, setting benchmarks in programming, standardisation and localisation. It doesn't hurt to be part of a formidable family.

Norris takes Hungary pole in McLaren front row lockout

Norris takes Hungary pole in McLaren front row lockout

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

Red Bull are concerned about their constructors' title defence being weakened at a time when McLaren are emerging as a threat

A Salute To An IAF Legend

A Salute To An IAF Legend

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

'There cannot be anyone like Air Marshal Keelor -- he was so difficult to emulate.' Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd) salutes War Hero Air Marshal Denzil Keelor PVSM, KC, AVSM, VrC who passed into the ages last month.

The Day I Was Reborn

The Day I Was Reborn

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

'We had been deceived by the clouds, taken to the brink of death, but saved by the Almighty.'

Mobiles must dance to the tune of radio

Mobiles must dance to the tune of radio

Rediff.com17 Mar 2008

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.

Dharambir, Soorma's Paralympic medals are Amit's 'gurudakshina'

Dharambir, Soorma's Paralympic medals are Amit's 'gurudakshina'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

'Not just the Teacher's Day gift, he has given me all the gifts (that one can) today.'

DoT Sets 100 Days Agenda For New Telecom Rules

DoT Sets 100 Days Agenda For New Telecom Rules

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

'The idea is to frame the ToR quickly, so that Trai can begin its consultations with industry stakeholders.'

37 killed in 2 deadly attacks in Pakistan's Balochistan

37 killed in 2 deadly attacks in Pakistan's Balochistan

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

The dead were identified as belonging to Punjab province. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack so far.

F1 PIX: Verstappen wins in Canada for third year in a row

F1 PIX: Verstappen wins in Canada for third year in a row

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Max Verstappen claimed his sixth victory from nine races this season and the 60th of his Formula One career.

ABC Radio not to cover India-Aus Test series

ABC Radio not to cover India-Aus Test series

Rediff.com12 Feb 2013

Australian broadcaster ABC Radio has been forced to rule out their plans to cover the four-Test Australia-India series in India because of the rising costs imposed by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

FM radio: Phase-3 okayed, AIR news on pvt channels

FM radio: Phase-3 okayed, AIR news on pvt channels

Rediff.com7 Jul 2011

The government on Thursday cleared guidelines of the much-delayed FM Radio Phase III expansion that will allow private radio channels to broadcast news of All India Radio and enable revenue generation of Rs 1,733 crore (Rs 17.33 billion) from the auction of license for services in 227 cities.