The Information and Broadcasting Ministry has issued fresh directives for IPTV operators, reaffirming the 2008 policy framework. Telecom licensees and cable providers will need to submit a self-attested declaration before starting services. The ministry says this streamlined process reduces unnecessary third-party involvement, and cautions companies to avoid relying on unauthorized representatives.
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has told BARC to stop publishing TRP figures for news channels for four weeks. Officials say the move targets sensationalism and speculation during the West Asia conflict, aiming to encourage more responsible broadcasting. The suspension is designed to reduce the incentive to chase clicks and keep coverage measured while tensions remain high.
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