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MoS IT Rajeev Chandrasekhar addresses startups’ concerns over Google’s billing policy, assures long-term solution

In India, Google allows app developers to sell in-app content only on the pre-condition that its own payment system, GPBS, is integrated as a payment option within their apps.(Image source: News18)

On March 1, Google said it would start removing 10 Indian app developers from its Play Store in India if developers do not adhere to the platform’s billing policies.

SportsBaazi co-founder Puneet Dua: Just burning cash on user acquisition is a recipe for disaster

According to Dua, while initial concerns remain regarding the regulations, cautious optimism is emerging. Data is being analyzed by officials to understand the impact on businesses and consumers. This, along with the Finance Minister's commitment to review, fuels hope for a potential revision that fosters continued industry growth.(Representative image via Unsplash)

Puneet Dua, co-founder and CMO, SportsBaazi talks about marketing and media trends in gaming, GST impact on the ecosystem, and growth and importance of content in marketing RMG.

Zee chairman R Gopalan labels Sony’s unilateral merger termination as ‘premature’ amid good faith negotiations

According to ZEE MD and CEO, Punit Goenka their plan is now be centred around three key aspects. These included frugality, optimisation and sharp focus on quality content.(Image source: Moneycontrol)

In a conference call with investors, Gopalan attributed the performance dip since 2020 to Covid and related disruption, macro headwinds like advertisement spending slowdown, and merger related issues.

Ashwini Vaishnaw emphazies the significance of AI advisory, stresses training models for citizen safety and democracy protection

Publishers across board and the Digital News Publishers Association (DNPA) has been in constant dialogue with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology to push for introducing changes in the amendment to existing IT rules. (Image source: Moneycontrol)

The minister also clarified that the government’s notice is more of an advisory rather than a regulatory framework.

Registration of newspapers and periodicals goes online through Press Sewa Portal

Earlier, Anurag Singh Thakur, Minister of Information and Broadcasting, had launched the Press Sewa Portal, the online portal of the Press Registrar General, for receiving various applications as mandated by the new Act.

The new Press & Registration of Periodicals Act, 2023 comes into force; the old PRB Act, 1867 stands repealed.

ZEE’s Punit Goenka plans on “chopping off anything that doesn’t yield a return on investment”

In line with his strategic plan focused towards achieving the targeted goals, ZEE's MD and CEO Punit Goenka proposed the implementation of a lean and streamlined management structure to the Board on April 5. The streamlining process included rationalisation of the workforce by 15 percent.

Zee MD and CEO, Punit Goenka, emphasises a renewed focus on profitability in a recent media interview. He highlights a shift towards prioritising investments that demonstrate clear return on investment (ROI).

Times Group signs JV with Pickleball Asia to start Pickleball World Series

Pickleball is a fusion of tennis, table tennis and badminton (Photo by Joan Azeka on Unsplash)

In the first year, the Pickleball World Series will comprise of 64 players in the individual format and six teams comprising four players each, from the US and the rest of the world, including India.

Court orders removal of Bloomberg article alleging $241 million discrepancy in company accounts of Zee

According to ZEE MD and CEO, Punit Goenka their plan is now be centred around three key aspects. These included frugality, optimisation and sharp focus on quality content.(Image source: Moneycontrol)

ZEE had filed a lawsuit against Bloomberg, arguing that the article contained false and misleading information about the company’s corporate governance and business operations.

Reliance-Disney media deal: Advertisers look forward to wider reach and content boom

The JV, according to a press statement, is also looking at leading the digital transformation of the media and entertainment industry in India and offer consumers high-quality and comprehensive content offerings anytime and anywhere. (Image source: Moneycontrol)

The JV will be one of the leading TV and digital streaming platforms bringing together iconic media assets across entertainment and sports.

NCLT asks Zee to submit response to Sony’s application within a two-week window

Phantom owns Zee shares worth 1.3 million after investing Rs. 50 crore. (Image source: Moneycontrol)

According to reports, the legal representative for Zee contended that if the maintainability applications are addressed on March 12, Zee would face challenges in filing timely responses.