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    Microsoft to invest $10 billion in Japan to expand AI and train workforce

    • 06.04.2026
    • Storyboard18

    Microsoft will invest 1.6 trillion yen in Japan over four years to expand AI and cloud, train 1 million workers by 2030, and deepen cybersecurity and data sovereignty partnerships

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    TRAI aims to regulate free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) apps like Samsung TV Plus

    • 06.04.2026
    • Medianama

    The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has released a consultation paper to develop a regulatory framework for Application-based Linear Television Distribution (ALTD) services, a category that includes Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television (FAST) services, which include apps like Samsung’s TV Plus or Xiaomi TV+.

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    Chanchal Kumar takes charge as I&B Secretary on April 1

    • 06.04.2026
    • BestMediaInfo

    The 1992-batch IAS officer from the Bihar cadre succeeds Jaju, who has now been assigned as Secretary, Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region

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    Regional languages to drive next phase of growth for microdrama apps in India

    • 06.04.2026
    • Mint

    Regional stories have strong emotional appeal, and in the short, mobile-first micro-drama format, they can
    travel easily across digital platforms, experts say.

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    10 key takeaways from TV Ratings Policy 2026

    • 05.04.2026
    • BestMediaInfo

    A comprehensive reading of the new TRP policy replacing the 12-year-old guidelines, tracing how it evolved and what it could mean for the wider media business

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    JioHotstar enters micro content race with Tadka, debuts 100+ shows on day onef

    • 05.04.2026
    • BestMediaInfo

    Built for quick consumption, Tadka offers short, high-impact stories across genres, as JioHotstar looks to create a structured alternative to the chaotic short-form content ecosystem

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    New MIB Secy Kumar, visits FTII, NFDC–NFAI, Pune DD Center

    • 05.04.2026
    • Indian Broadcasting World

    Chanchal Kumar, Secretary, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (MIB), Government of India, visited the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), National Film Development Corporation–National Film Archive of India (NFDC–NFAI), and Doordarshan Centre, Pune, on Monday. This marks his first visit to these key media institutions since assuming office on April 1, 2026.

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    Pratilipi launches Double Tap Films, unveils 150+ microdramas

    • 04.04.2026
    • Indian Broadcasting World

    Pratilipi has announced the launch of Double Tap Films, positioning it as India’s first data-backed microdrama studio aimed at redefining short-form storytelling for mobile-first audiences. Built on Pratilipi’s extensive IP ecosystem of over 20 million stories, the studio will focus on creating vertical-first cinematic narratives tailored for high engagement across digital platforms.

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    ‘Kaliyug Rising’ enters global top 10, marks milestone for Indian AI cinema

    • 04.04.2026
    • Indian Broadcasting World

    ‘Kaliyug Rising – The Beginning’ has carved a significant milestone for Indian storytelling on the global stage, securing a place among the top 10 entries in the prestigious Higgsfield Make Your Action competition. Ranking ninth worldwide, the project stood out among more than 9,000 entries from over 100 countries, emerging as the only Indian AI-driven film to achieve this recognition.

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    Murugan: Govt. pushing D2M b’casting for mass communication

    • 02.04.2026
    • Indian Broadcasting World

    The government is promoting direct-to-mobile (D2M) broadcasting as a transformative technology to deliver video, audio and data directly to mobile handsets without requiring SIM cards or internet connectivity, the Lok Sabha was informed yesterday.

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