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    INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT

    From Studios to Start-Up: Storytelling, Streaming & Independent Production

    • 28.08.2025
    • By Sarita Patil

    In this Industry Spotlight with Creative First, Sarita Patil, Partner at Matchbox Shots, joined Lohita Sujith, Sr. Director, Copyright & Digital Economy, Motion Picture Association, to share insights on independent production, storytelling, and the evolving landscape of the Indian media & entertainment industry.

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    From Instinct to Insight: India’s Data-Driven Media Future

    • 26.08.2025
    • By Shailesh Kapoor

    In this Industry Spotlight with Creative First, Shailesh Kapoor, Chief Executive Officer of Ormax Media, joined Lohita Sujith, Sr. Director, Copyright & Digital Economy, MPA, to share insights on audience research, data-driven decision making, and the challenges shaping India’s media ecosystem.

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    INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT

    A New Era for Regional Narratives in India

    • 30.07.2025
    • By Vivek Krishnani

    In this Industry Spotlight Vivek Krishnani, President & CEO, MovieVerse Studios (an IN10 Media Network Company), joined Lohita Sujith, Sr. Director, Copyright & Digital Economy, Motion Picture Association, to discuss his evolving vision for regional storytelling and studio-building in India.

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    INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT

    Micro‑Dramas, AI & Indie Ecosystems

    • 20.06.2025
    • By SAAMEER MODY

    In this episode of Industry SpotlighT Saameer Mody, Founder and MD of Pocket Films, joined Lohita Sujith, Sr. Director, Copyright & Digital Economy, MPA, to discuss evolving content formats, monetization models, and the rise of AI in independent filmmaking.

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    Featured News

    DoT issues draft rules for telecom services under new authorisation regime

    • 09.09.2025
    • By Storyboard18

    The draft, titled Telecommunications (Authorisation for Provision of Main Telecommunication Services) Rules, 2025, was issued on September 5 under the Telecommunications Act, 2023 and aims to ease compliance burden.

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    Google Rolls Out Five New Languages For AI Mode, Including Hindi

    • 09.09.2025
    • By Medianama

    Tech giant Google rolled out its eponymous Google AI model in five new languages yesterday, according to a blog post announcement.

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    Featured Video

    Key Highlights : India Economic Contribution Report 2025

    • 03.05.2025
    • By Motion Picture Association

    The report shares key insights about the economic impact of the film, television, and online curated content (OCC) industry in India, 2025.

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    Featured Report

    India Economic Contribution Report, 2025

    • 03.05.2025
    • By MPA & Deloitte

    The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, MPA and JioStar will launch the industry economic impact report. The report was also supported by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI), the Producers Guild of India (PGI) and Creative First.

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    Featured Video

    Charles H. Rivkin : Note on WAVES India

    • 01.05.2025
    • By Motion Picture Association

    Charles H. Rivkin, Chairman and CEO of the Motion Picture Association (MPA), shares a note on the WAVES India.

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    Featured Event

    WAVES Key Highlights

    • 03.05.2025
    • By Creative First

    Highlights from MPA at WAVES 2025.

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    Featured Infographic

    Economic impact of the film, television, and online curated content (OCC) industry in India, 2024

    • 03.05.2025
    • By Deloitte

    An infographic highlighting the economic impact of the film, television, and online curated content (OCC) industry in India, 2024, from MPA's ECR 2025.

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    #YOURIPYOURFUTURE

    Copyright 101 : Creator's Edition

    • By Creative First, ILA, FICCI

    A valuable resource for the producers community, especially for smaller and regional production houses.

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    Latest Blog

    New Frontiers & Looking Forward | Animation in India

    • By Prafull Gade

    In this episode of Industry Spotlight with Creative First, Prafull Gade, COO and Managing Director of Company3 Method India, joined Lohita Sujith, Sr. Director, Copyright & Digital Economy, Motion Picture Association shared his journey from an artist to a business leader in the animation and VFX industry.

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    FEATURED BLOG

    Digital Personal Data Protection: A Brief Insight

    • By Gowree Gokhale
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    FEATURED BLOG

    PROTECTING THE CREATIVE MARKETPLACE — A WORLD IP DAY REFLECTION

    • By Alliance For Creativity & Entertainment
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    FEATURED BLOG

    Game Changer: “Squid Game” Creator Hwang Dong-hyuk on his Audacious Ambitions for Seasons 2 & 3

    • By Kelle Long
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    Amazon Ads, Netflix team up for programmatic ad buying

    • 11.09.2025
    • Storyboard18
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    IICT partners with Lakshya Digital to launch 3D Environment Art for Video Games program

    • 11.09.2025
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    • 11.09.2025
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    • 11.09.2025
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    Latest Videos

    From Studios to Start-Up: Storytelling, Streaming & Independent Production

    28.08.2025

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    Events

    Screening : Saare Jahan Se Achaa

    • 22.08.2025
    • By Netflix, Motion Picture Association & Creative First

    A screening of the spy thriller, currently the #1 on the Netflix India Top 10 TV Shows list took place in New Delhi earlier this month.

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    World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit

    • 01.05.2025
    • By Creative First

    WAVES will be a key forum for promoting discussions, collaboration, and innovation in the M&E industry. The event will bring together industry leaders, stakeholders, and innovators to discuss prospects, challenges, promote trade to India, and influence the sector's future.

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