Category: Quantum Brief

IBDF takes a stand against proposed Broadcasting Bill, urges exclusion of OTT

The Ministry, in accordance with Regulation 15(1) of the Interconnection Regulation, 2017, mandated that every distributor of channels must conduct an annual audit of their system. (Representative Image: Piotr Cichosz via Unsplash)

According to the industry body, the legislation, if implemented, would grant unprecedented authority to the central government.

CAIT issues advisory to traders to switch from Paytm to other payment apps in light of RBI restrictions

Bhartia and Khandelwal underscore the importance of risk mitigation for traders, urging them to explore alternative payment applications that are compliant with regulatory guidelines. (Image sourced from CNBC)

CAIT National President B.C.Bhartia and Secretary General Praveen Khandelwal said that the recent restrictions imposed by RBI on Paytm have raised concerns about the security and continuity of financial services provided by the platform.

Setback for Sony. Emergency arbitrator denies any relief to Sony in SIAC

The Singapore International Arbitration Center is the first Asian arbitration institution to offer this process and has received over 130 applications since 2010 for the appointment of an Emergency Arbitrator. (Image source: Moneycontrol)

Sony had initiated arbitration proceedings for an alleged breach of terms by Zee Entertainment. In response, Zee initiated legal action to contest Culver Max and BEPL’s claims at the Singapore International Arbitration Centre.

Fever FM, Poonam Pandey: Why are brands and personalities faking their demise?

Poonam Pandey's 'death' comes on the back of several such campaigns including Hindustan Times's FeverFM's fake 'farewell' that made people believe that it was shutting down... which was inspired by Monster's rebranding campaign (as Foundit) that used the same tactic. (Poonam's image sourced via Moneycontrol Hindi)

Brand experts share their views on Poonam Pandey’s “death”.

Poonam Pandey faked her death to raise cancer awareness; Internet reacts

A day after the Pandey announced her fake demise, Schbang released a statement on Instagram stating that it was the orchestrator behind the fake-death stunt Pandey.

Controversial Internet personality Poonam Pandey faces backlash after faking her death to raise awareness for cervical cancer. Pandey also linked the stunt to the Interim Budget.

Air India and Vistara merger: No hurry to integrate the two airline brands

Despite divisions in opinions over the film, many individuals expressed gratitude to Air India for introducing Indian Classical Dance forms and Indian culture to passengers through beautifully portrayed inflight instructions. (Image source: Unsplash)

Air India and Vistara are slated to be merged. However, Tata Sons might take its time to consolidate its airline brands, suggest reports.

Joyalukkas teams up with Havas for Pongal campaign

Drawing from Joyalukkas’ customer base in Chennai, a select group of more than 500 households were identified. (Image source: Moneycontrol)

Aligned with the sentiment of the festival, the Havas Media Network India team devised a campaign for Pongal.

Bombay High Court upholds music licensing authority; Phonographic Performance Ltd prevails

The verdict not only brings clarity to PPL's legitimate business operations but also sets a significant precedent in the Indian copyright landscape. (Representative Image: Wesley Tingey via Unsplash)

This win allows PPL to continue its licensing operations unhindered, preventing infringement and seeking remedies against unauthorized use of its vast catalog comprising more than 70 lakh songs from renowned labels like Aditya Music, Lahari Music, Sony Music, and T-Series.

FM Nirmala Sitharaman to Network18 Group’s Rahul Joshi: “This is secularism in action”

The impacts of digitisation and connectivity on the rural economy are not coming through in current economic indicators, FM Nirmala Sitharaman said in the interview with Joshi, Editor-in-Chief, Network18 on February 2. (Still from the interview)

Takeaways from Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman exclusive interview with Network18 Group Editor-in-Chief Rahul Joshi.