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    Historical data, OTT metrics rescue broadcasters in absence of BARC data but challenges persist

    • 19.07.2026
    • Mint

    With BARC ratings suspended, broadcasters are pitching ads using historical data and OTT metrics. But without a common TV currency, festive ad deals may slow and digital could gain ground.

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    PIL filed in Punjab and Haryana High Court for restoring Diljit Dosanjh’s ‘Satluj’ on OTT after the film’s ban in India: ‘This amounts to a violation of Article 19’

    • 19.07.2026
    • Economic Times

    PIL filed in Punjab and Haryana High Court for restoring Diljit Dosanjh's 'Satluj' on OTT after the film's ban in India: 'This amounts to a violation of Article 19'

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    AI models invented policies to refuse criticism of repressive govts: Meta Oversight Board

    • 17.07.2026
    • Medianama

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) models refuse to criticise repressive governments at more than twice the rate they refuse the same requests about permissive ones

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    Moving India from TRP to CRP

    • 17.07.2026
    • Exchange4media

    Guest Column: Dr. Rabindra Narayan, Founder & MD, GTC Network, writes a note to MIB Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on why India needs a unified, census-based, tamper-proof content rating system

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    Sony Pictures Networks India acquires rights for the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games

    • 17.07.2026
    • Exchange4media

    The 2026 Commonwealth Games will take place in Glasgow, Scotland, from July 23 to August 2, 2026, and will be broadcast live on Sony Sports Network channels and streamed live on Sony

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    Govt considering amendment in IT Rules for OTT platforms, action against ZEE5: Sources

    • 17.07.2026
    • The Economic Times

    The government is considering amending the IT Rules 2021 for certification of films before release on OTT platforms, a development that comes amid a controversy over the film 'Satluj' that was released without any clearances.

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    Alza Microdrama Festival Partners With NYC Mayor’s Office For October Debut

    • 16.07.2026
    • The Hollywood Reporter

    Alza Festival is set to take place in New York Oct. 16-18 alongside the launch of the Created In NY program.

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    OTT, directed by CBFC? Industry backs clarity, fears creative curbs

    • 16.07.2026
    • Storyboard18

    India considers mandatory CBFC certification for OTT films, sparking debate on consumer protection vs. creative freedom. This follows increased scrutiny of digital content.

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    Creators move Delhi HC over alleged misuse of Meta copyright system

    • 16.07.2026
    • Storyboard18

    Two creators told the Delhi High Court that Meta's copyright tools are being exploited using allegedly backdated Facebook posts, with the Court directing preservation of one account and disclosure of IP-related information.

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    Censor Board clearance for OTT films? Govt might amend IT Rules 2021 after row over ‘Satluj

    • 16.07.2026
    • Times of India

    The Centre is considering making certification by the (CBFC) mandatory for films released on OTT platforms, sources said on Wednesday.

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