Category: TV Channels

MIP London announces David Beckham and Bela Bajaria as headliners

MUMBAI: MIP London, the international content and networking market (23-27 February 2025) from RX Global, is putting all its energy behind making its inaugural edition an even greater success.

It has announced that Netflix chief content officer Bela Bajaria and football club owner, entrepreneur, co-founder of content studio, Studio 99 and global brand ambassador David Beckham will be on stage at the IET Savoy Place in a special in conversation fireside chat.

“We promised the TV industry to deliver big moments and future-facing conversations at Mip London next February,” said director of MIP London and MIPCOM Cannes Lucy Smith .“Bela and David are hugely impactful figures culturally and globally each with great influence and unique perspectives on creating content and connecting with audiences and both with significant international platforms. It’s a privilege to welcome them both to the MIP stage in London.”

Collaborators on the Emmy award-winning documentary series Beckham, and with Studio 99 now in production on the highly anticipated forthcoming series following the story behind Victoria Beckham’s fashion business, the pair will share the main MIP London stage, and respective insights, on Tuesday 25 February.

Hosted at the Savoy Hotel and the IET London, MIP London is a new multi-genre international marketplace with an embedded future-facing conference that aims to deliver more business and opportunities during a key content week in the global TV industry calendar.

December 16, 2024
Where dreams take flight: ABP Live’s Future Forward Startup Conclave 2024

MUMBAI: In a land brimming with ideas and untamed ambition, startups are the modern-day dreamers charting a bold path through challenges and uncertainties. Their journey is fueled by an insatiable hunger for recognition—the kind that cements their place in the nation’s story. And what could be more exhilarating than earning a spotlight on a national platform?

This 17 December, ABP Live raises the curtain on Future Forward Startup Conclave 2024 in the heart of New Delhi. A celebration of grit, innovation, and the audacious spirit of Indian entrepreneurship, this premier gathering promises to be a melting pot of ideas and possibilities. It’s not just an event; it’s where visionaries meet their moment, where leaders, innovators, and changemakers converge to script the next chapter of India’s startup saga.

Anticipation runs high. The stakes are real. The spotlight is waiting. Are you ready to be part of the revolution?

The event will begin with a keynote address by Union minister of state for Commerce, Industry, and Electronics & IT, Jitin Prasada. This will be followed by engaging discussions led by some of the country’s most innovative leaders, including:

1 Daalchini co-founder & CEO, Prerna Kalra

2 The Cinnamon Kitchen founder, Priyasha Saluja

3 Flyrobe CEO, Aanchal Saini

4 Classplus co-founder & CEO, Mukul Rustagi

5 Clovia co-founder, Neha Kant

6 AppMySite founder, Vikas Nangia

7 Zostel co-founder & CEO, Dharamveer Singh Chouhan

8 JiViSa founder & CEO, Sarika Pancchi

9 Farmley co-founder, Abhishek Agarwal

10 Vertex Venture executive director, Nikhil Marwaha

11 Bluetea founder, Nitesh Singh

12 Blackhat Syncidus chairman & MD, Sachin Salunkhe

13 IvyCap Ventures founder & MD, Vikram Gupta

14 Acclaimed author, Harsh Pamnani

As of May 2024, India has solidified its position as the world’s third-largest startup ecosystem, boasting a valuation of $349.67 billion. With over 1.25 lakh startups and 110 unicorns, the country has emerged as a global leader in innovation, particularly in sectors such as fintech, healthcare, and technology.

According to the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), Indian startups are projected to contribute an additional $1 trillion to the nation’s economy by 2029-30. The CII further anticipates the emergence of 300 new unicorns between 2024 and 2035, underscoring the sector’s significant potential for growth and its role in shaping India’s economic future.

Initiatives like Startup India and Atmanirbhar Bharat have played a pivotal role in propelling India to the forefront of global innovation, creating jobs, driving economic growth, and earning international recognition.

Audiences can witness the event live on www.abpLive.com on 17 December from 11 AM.

December 16, 2024
Sony’s Ravi Ahuja, Gaurav Banerjee and the art of winning

MUMBAI: That Sony Pictures Networks (SPN) president & chief operating officer Ravi Ahuja would come a-visiting Mumbai and the broadcast major’s Malad office was known to those in the trade because of a story that broke in the media. But what is not known to most is what transpired during the dapper executive’s whistle stop tour .

One of the activities conducted was a town hall, in which he and the SPN India managing director & CEO Guarav Banerjee (GB) sat down with SPN India chief human resources officer Manu Wadhwa for a fireside chat. The topic of discussion: Sony’s content first approach and SPN India’s pivotal role in SPN’s global strategy.

The key message GB sent out was that SPNI is a content-focused company with a goal to create hits that resonate with its audience.

And Ahuja had only one major message to give out: “Exceed expectations, take on new challenges, and build your skills and network – that’s the path to leadership!”

With that kind of a mandate, the rest of the GECs and sports channels had better watch out. For not only does GB have youth on his side, he also has a point to prove. Which he is known to do. Whilst, SPNI has been a profitable venture in India, it has lacked leadership in fiction.

Its non-fiction shows like Shark Tank India, KBC, Indian Idol have set new benchmarks with targeted audiences. But what has been missing is top rung family dramas, telenovellas, and thriller shows which have gathered viewers time and mindspace. Something the creative teams under GB have been working on silently and stealthily.

Expect some real action in this space, especially when leaders at rivals such as Colors and Star Plus are absorbed with the merger and Zee is just about gearing up with its new slate of productions.

December 16, 2024
NT Awards & Summit 2024 witness a great turnout

MUMBAI: Some of the most illustrious news TV industry professionals from rival channels turned out at the Holiday Inn in Mayurvihar, Delhi on the evening of 14 December 2024 to attend Indiantelevision.com’s NT Awards 2024, in its seventeenth edition.

The awards were preceded by the NT Summit which featured two panel discussions relating to how multiscreen viewing is impacting journalists and editors and the second focused on technological challenges and solutions. The room was filled to capacity.

Moderated by Indiantelevision.com founder, chairman & editor in chief, the panel had some wonderful insights being shared by NDTV senior managing editor Vaishali Sood, Times Network senior executive editor Madhavdas Gopalakrishnan, TV9 Bharatvarsh senior executive editor Nishant Chaturvedi, ABP News vice-president news & programming & senior anchor Chitra Tripathi, Collective Newsroom director of journalism and co-founder Mukesh Sharma and Zee News associate executive producer Anant Tyagi.

The panelists agreed that the arrival of multiscreen viewing and the explosion in social media consumption has led to newsrooms being extra vigilant on how they source news leads from social media posts and how they ensure that the news they provide reaches out to different audience cohorts on different social media platforms and in formats that appeal to the viewers. This is especially in an era where trolling, fake news, lobbying and propaganda proliferation have become rampant on social media.

The second session talked about integrated newsrooms, how artificial intelligence is going to impact news journalism standards both positively and negatively, and the new tools available to reporters on the field, to editors and anchors in the studio and to technicians and graphics producer to enhance the viewing experience for watchers at home. The panellists included India.com chief product & technology officer Vivek Mishra, TV9 chief growth officer -broadcast & digital TV9 Network, Times Network vice-president – technical & broadcast operations Anil Mittal with the session being chaired by BCG partner Payal Mehta.

TVU general manger Subodh Aggarwal made a presentation about how news channels can Streamline media production with cloud based solutions.

The NT Awards was a moment of celebration for editors, producers, graphics and OAP teams reporters, anchors of prime time shows as the room filled to the capacity exploded with applause with the announcement of the nominees and winners names. The awards recognised good work in regional languages as well as in Hindi and in English.

“The news industry is going through an evolution thanks to the increasing consumption of news on digital and streaming outlets,“ said Indian Television Dot Com director Mishaal Wanvari. “It has responded well to the challenges and has started developing different programming formats catering to different targeted audiences. It has also started innovating by adopting technology which improves the viewer experience. We see a very bright future for the news TV industry.”

“The news TV industry has responded warmly to our initiative to recognise the best in class from the entries with the help of an outstanding jury from various walks of life,” said Indian Television Dot Com chief business officer Soumitra Sahu. “Thanks to the enthusiasm of the news TV professionals and our partners, the NT Awards and Summit were a resounding success.”

To see the list of the winners of the various categories, at the NT Awards 2024 please keep scrolling down.

Daily News Bulletin – English
Winner is
The South Indian by News9 Live”
Daily News Bulletin – Hindi
(TIE)Winners are
A – BBC Duniya by BBC News Hindi
B – Khabron Ki Khabar by NDTV India”
“Daily News Bulletin – Gujarati
Winner is
Super 6 by TV9 Gujarati”
“Daily News Bulletin – Marathi
Winner is
10Chya Batmya by ABP Majha”
“Daily News Bulletin – Kannada
Winner is
Siddu Lekka – Karnataka State Budget -2024-25 by TV9 Kannada”
“Daily News Bulletin – Telugu
Winner is
BBC Prapancham by BBC News Telugu”

News Documentary – Limited Episodes – English
(TIE)Winners are
A – 9 Years of PM Modi: Documentary Series by NDTV 24X7
B – The Road Stop by NewsX”
News Documentary – Limited Episodes – Hindi
(TIE)Winners are
A – Digital Talk With Munish by Times Now Navbharat Digital
B – Hamare Padma by DD News”
“News Documentary – Limited Episodes – Bangla
Winner is
Saikat Basu for TV9 Bangla News Series Vote Judho-Desher Larai by TV9 Bangla”
“News Documentary – Limited Episodes – Gujarati
Winner is
Super Prime Time by TV9 Gujarati”
“News Documentary – Limited Episodes – Marathi
Winner is
Dr. Kavita Rane for Changing Alibaug by NDTV Marathi”
“News Documentary – Limited Episodes – Telugu
Winner is
Malyadri for The CM Factor by TV9 Telugu”

Current Affairs Special – English
Winner is
Andhra’s Capital Confusion by News9 Plus”
Current Affairs Special – Hindi
(TIE)Winners are
A – Chandrayaan Demo In Studio And Debate by TV9 Bharatvarsh
B – Ram Mandir Pratham Darshan by ABP News”
“Current Affairs Special – Bangla
Winner is
Abhishek Dutta for TV9 Bangla News Series Chase Sarbonash by TV9 Bangla”
“Current Affairs Special – Gujarati
Winner is
Super Prime Time by TV9 Gujarati”
“Current Affairs Special – Marathi
Winner is
Zero Hour by ABP Majha”
“Current Affairs Special – Kannada
Winner is
7PM Inside Suddi by TV9 Kannada”
“Current Affairs Special – Telugu
Winner is
Pratyusha for Bullet Reporter by TV9 Telugu”

Best Talk Show – English
(TIE)Winners are
A – Frankly Speaking by Times Now
B – Duologue With Barun Das by News9 Plus”
Best Talk Show – Hindi
Winner is
NDTV Election Carnival by NDTV India”
“Best Talk Show – Bangla
Winner is
Pew Roy for TV9 Bangla Vote Juddha Big Debate (Ebar Vote Sandhesh Khali Sasoker Gola Katbe?) by TV9 Bangla”
“Best Talk Show – Marathi
Winner is
Majha Katta by ABP Majha”
“Best Talk Show – Telugu
Winner is
Rajnikanth V for Cross Fire by TV9 Telugu”

“Entertainment News Programme – English
Winner is
The Women Of Heeramandi by NDTV 24X7″
“Entertainment News Programme – Hindi
Winner is
Khabar Filmy Hain by ABP News”
“Entertainment News Programme – Telugu
Winner is
Kumar Kowtam for iSmart News by TV9 Telugu”

“Entertainment Talk Show – English
Winner is
Sonia Singh for The Archies’ Cast To NDTV On Filming, Friendship And More by NDTV 24X7″
“Entertainment Talk Show – Hindi
Winner is
Sheerin for Samandar Main Jai Ho by ABP News”
“Entertainment Talk Show – Gujarati
Winner is
Entertainment Talk Show by TV9 Gujarati”

Business News Programme – English
Winner is
The Market by ET Now”
“Business News Programme – Hindi
Winner is
Khara Sauda by ET Now Swadesh”

“Business Special – English
Winner is
Business Plus Segment by News9 Live”
“Business Special – Hindi
Winner is
Romana Isar Khan for Guarantee Wala Budget by ABP News”

“Sports News Show – English
Winner is
Game On by News9 Live”
“Sports News Show – Hindi
Winner is
Sheerin for Final Main Fail by ABP News”

“Sports Special – Gujarati
Winner is
Cricket World Cup Final Day Special by TV9 Gujarati”
“Sports Special – Marathi
Winner is
Vishwachasak Majha by ABP Majha”

Show On Social/Environment Awareness / Social Development Campaign – English
(TIE)Winners are
Safe Her Times by Timesnow.In
Samarth By Hyundai for Flight of Faith: The Yogesh Kathuniya Story by NDTV 24X7″
Show On Social/Environment Awareness / Social Development Campaign – Hindi
Winner is
Swachhta Warriors by DD News”
“Show On Social/Environment Awareness / Social Development Campaign – Kannada
Winner is
Mandya Bruna Hatye Jaal – ( Mandya Feticide Killing Racket Case ) by TV9 Kannada”
“Show On Social/Environment Awareness / Social Development Campaign – Gujarati
Winner is
Good News Gujarat by DD News Gujarati”
“Show On Social/Environment Awareness / Social Development Campaign – Telugu
Winner is
Vijay Krishna Pamula for NDRF – Saving Lives Beyond by Vanitha TV”

News Debate Show – English
Winner is
Pune Accident News | Crash & Cover-Up: System Helping Pune Brat Get Away With Murder? for Left, Right & Centre by NDTV 24X7″
News Debate Show – Hindi
Winner is
Battleground With Sanjay Pugalia by NDTV India”
News Debate Show – Bangla
Winner is
Ghanta Khanek Sange Suman by ABP Ananda”
News Debate Show – Telugu
Winner is
Murali Krishna for Five Editors by TV9 Telugu”

“Televised Live Initiative By A News Channel – English
Winner is
Battleground With Sanjay Pugalia by NDTV 24X7″
Televised Live Initiative By A News Channel – Hindi
Winner is
Ram Mandir Consecration Ceremony by DD News”
“Televised Live Initiative By A News Channel – Bangla
Winner is
Anirban Chowdhury, Pew Roy & Subhajit Mitra for TV9 Bangla Big Debate- Swapno-Mrityu-Raajniti by TV9 Bangla”
“Televised Live Initiative By A News Channel – Gujarati
Winner is
Pravasi Gujarati Parv by TV9 Gujarati”
“Televised Live Initiative By A News Channel – Marathi
Winner is
Ajay Sonawane by Loksabhecha Mahasangram by TV9 Marathi”

Best Prime Time News Show – English
Winner is
Marya Shakil for The Last Word by NDTV 24X7″
Best Prime Time News Show – Hindi
(TIE)Winners are
A – News Ki Pathshala by Times Now Navbharat
B – Sach Ki Padtaal by NDTV India”
“Best Prime Time News Show – Bangla
Winner is
Ghanta Khanek Sange Suman by ABP Ananda”
“Best Prime Time News Show – Gujarati
Winner is
Super Prime Time by TV9 Gujarati”
“Best Prime Time News Show – Kannada
Winner is
9PM Nimma Newsroom by TV9 Kannada”
“Best Prime Time News Show – Telugu
Winner is
Ramesh Yellanki for Big News Big Debate by TV9 Telugu”

“Programming On OTT – English
Winner is
Poison On Your Plate by News9 Plus”
Programming On OTT – Hindi
Winner is
Digital Talk With Munish by Times Now Navbharat Digital”
Original Programming On OTT – English
Winner is
Magna Indica by NewsX”

Digital News Strategy – Hindi
Winner is
Times Now Navbharat Digital Strategy Munish Devgan by Times Now Navbharat Digital”

“TV News Presenter – English
Winner is
Shreya Upadhyaya for Global Mirror by Mirror Now”
TV News Presenter – Hindi
Winner is
Sumit Awasthi for Khabron Ki Khabar by NDTV India”
“TV News Presenter – Bangla
Winner is
Amritanshu Bhattacharya fot Naa Bollei Noy by TV9 Bangla”
“TV News Presenter – Kannada
Winner is
Ranganath Bharadwaj for Nation@9 TV9 Kannada by TV9 Kannada”
“TV News Presenter – Tamil
Winner is
Saranya Nagarajan for Ulaga Seidhi Arikkai by BBC News Tamil”
TV News Presenter – Marathi
Winner is
Nikhila Mhatre for Desh Maharashtra by TV9 Marathi”
TV News Presenter – Telugu
Winner is
Pratyusha for Daily News by TV9 Telugu”

TV News Reporter – English
Winner is
Saurabh Gupta for Lights Out, Gunfire On: Exclusive Ground Report From Manipur Conflict Zone by NDTV 24X7″
TV News Reporter – Hindi
(TIE)Winners are
A – Mehraj Ahmed for Kashmir Panditon ke Khilaf irshya ki aag kab bujegee? by TV9 Bharatvarsh
B – Ravish Ranjan Shukla by NDTV India”
“TV News Reporter – Bangla
Winner is
Sourav Dutta for TV9 Bangla News Reporter by TV9 Bangla”
“TV News Reporter – Guajrati
Winner is
Vidhi Kariya for Bhakti by TV9 Gujarati”
“TV News Reporter – Kannada
Winner is
Kiran HV for Gangs Of Bengaluru Scamsters by TV9 Kannada”
TV News Reporter – Marathi
Winner is
Rahul Kulkarni for Lavasa Landslide Live by NDTV Marathi”
“TV News Reporter – Telugu
Winner is
Nethra for Shadow9 by TV9 Telugu”

Prime TV News Anchor – English
Winner is
Vishnu Som for Left, Right & Centre by NDTV 24X7″
Prime TV News Anchor – Hindi
(TIE)Winners are
A – Romana Isar Khan by ABP News
B – Navika Kumar for Sawal Public Ka by Times Now Navbharat”
Prime TV News Anchor – Bangla
Winner is
Suman De for Kar Dakhole Dilli by ABP Ananda”
“Prime TV News Anchor – Kannada
Winner is
Malatesh Janagal for 9PM Nimma Newsroom by TV9 Kannada”
“Prime TV News Anchor – Marathi
Winner is
Vinod Anant Talekar for Weekend Nako, Matadan Kara by NDTV Marathi”
“Prime TV News Anchor – Telugu
Winner is
Rajnikanth V by TV9 Big News Big Debate by TV9 Telugu”

“Business News Anchor – English
Winner is
Nikunj Dalmia by ET Now”
Business News Anchor – Hindi
Winner is
Nikunj Dalmia by ET Now Swadesh”

“Sports News Show Presenter – English
Winner is
Meha Bhardwaj Alter for Game On by News9 Plus”

“Entertainment News Anchor – Hindi
Winner is
Khabar Filmy Hain by ABP News”
“Entertainment News Anchor – Gujarati
Winner is
Heena Chauhan for Dhamaal – Entertainment Unlimited by TV9 Gujarati”
“Entertainment News Anchor – Telugu
Winner is
Vishita for iSmart News by TV9 Telugu”

“
Young TV Journalist – English
Winner is
Esha Mishra by Times Now”
Young TV Journalist – Hindi
Winner is
Kunwar Hari Om by Times Now Navbharat”

News Producer / Executive Producer – English
Winner is
Charu Vij by Mirror Now”
News Producer / Executive Producer – Hindi
Winner is
Rashmi Nishad by ABP News”
News Producer / Executive Producer – Bangla
Winner is
Somnath Das & Somnath Bhattacharya for TV9 Bangla Straight Cut by TV9 Bangla”
News Producer / Executive Producer – Marathi
Winner is
Mohan Deshmukh for 8 PM Special Report by TV9 Marathi”
News Producer / Executive Producer – Telugu
Winner is
Vijay Krishna Pamula for Women In BSF by Vanitha TV”

“Cameraman – English
Winner is
Manish And Shafiq by Times Now”
Cameraman – Hindi
Winner is
Manish Uniyal by ABP News”
“Cameraman – Bangla
Winner is
Sudeb Roy for TV9 Bangla News by TV9 Bangla”

“Video Editor – English
Winner is
Amardeep Kumar for Mundra Port at 25! Gateway To Goodness by NDTV 24X7″
Video Editor – Hindi
Winner is
Dharmendra Paswan by ABP News”

“Promo Campaign By A News Channel – English
Winner is
Mirror Now Impact by Mirror Now”
“Promo Campaign By A News Channel – Hindi
Winner is
Loksabha Election 2024 by Times Now Navbharat”
“Promo Campaign By A News Channel – Bangla
Winner is
Debarshi Majumdar & Sikhar Karmakar for TV9 Bangla Ghorer Bioscope Awards by TV9 Bangla”
“Promo Campaign By A News Channel – Hindi Regional
Winner is
NDTV MPCG Channel Campaign Promo by NDTV MPCG”
Promo Campaign By A News Channel – Telugu
Winner is
Anil And Avinash for TV9 Elections News by TV9 Telugu”

“Promo For A Channel – English
Winner is
NDTV Profit Channel Launch Promo by NDTV Profit”
“Promo For A Channel – Hindi
Winner is
Counting Queen by ABP News”
“Promo For A Channel – Bangla
Winner is
Abhra Ghosh for TV9 Bangla Channel Promo – Lok Sabha Elections by TV9 Bangla”
“Promo For A Channel – Marathi
Winner is
NDTV Marathi Channel Launch Promo by NDTV Marathi”
“Promo For A Channel – Telugu
Winner is
Syed Liyakhath Ali And B Ramesh for Telangana State & Andhra Pradesh Election Promos by TV9 Telugu”

Promo For A Show – English
Winner is
Ayushmann Khurrana Promo for Banega Swasth India by NDTV 24X7″

Promo For A Show – Hindi
Winner is
Promo Exit Poll by TV9 Bharatvarsh”
“Promo For A Show – Malayalam
Winner is
Mathrubhumi News Counting Day Campaign by Mathrubhumi News”
“Promo For A Show – Marathi
Winner is
Deepak Keluskar for Aapla Bioscope – Marathi TV & Film Awards: Telecast Promo by TV9 Marathi”
“Promo For A Show – Telugu
Winner is
Anil Madduri for Bullet Reporter by TV9 Telugu”

“TV News Network Promo – Hindi
Winner is
NDTV Election Anthem for Chunav India Ka by NDTV India”

“Channel Packaging – Bangla
Winner is
Girish Kumar by TV9 Bangla Channel Packaging by TV9 Bangla”
“Channel Packaging – Hindi Regional
Winner is
NDTV Rajasthan Channel Campaign Packaging by NDTV Rajasthan”
“Channel Packaging – Telugu
Winner is
Manoj And Team (Graphics) for 10 Min Special ARS & Graphics by TV9 Telugu”

Set Design – Hindi
Winner is
Ram Mandir Pratham Darshan by ABP News”
“Set Design – Bangla
Winner is
Rahul Purakayastha for TV9 Bangla Ghorer Bioscope by TV9 Bangla”

“Best Use Of Graphics By A News Channel – English
Winner is
Obaid And Ishan by Times Now”
Best Use Of Graphics By A News Channel – Hindi
(TIE)Winners are
Graphics For Chandrayaan Landing by TV9 Bharatvarsh
4 Rajyo Ke Nateeje by ABP News”
“Best Use Of Graphics By A News Channel – Gujarati
Winner is
Promo, Designing And Packaging For TV9 Gujarati News by TV9 Gujarati”?
“Best Use Of Graphics By A News Channel – Kannada
Winner is
Nimma Teerpu Namma Jote – Karnataka Assembly Election Coverage by TV9 Kannada”
“Best Use Of Graphics By A News Channel – Marathi
Winner is
Vrushabh Chaudhary for Aapla Bioscope- Marathi TV & Film Awards: Curtain Raiser by TV9 Marathi”
“Best Use Of Graphics By A News Channel – Telugu
Winner is
Manoj And Team Graphics for Andhra Pradesh, Telangana And Karnataka States Elections by TV9 Telugu”

“Video Editor – English
Winner is
Uma Shankar Mishra for Rafale: India’s Cutting Edge by NDTV 24X7″

“Cameraman – Hindi
Winner is
Election Carnival for Ashwine And Sudish by NDTV India

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“Best Marketing Initiative From A News Channel – Hindi
Winner is
General Election 2024 Campaign by Times Now Navbharat”
“Best Marketing Initiative From A News Channel – Marathi
Winner is
Amit Agrawal for Aapla Bioscope – Marathi TV & Film Awards by TV9 Marathi”
“Best Marketing Initiative From A News Channel – Bangla
Winner is
ABP Ananda Kar Dakhole Delhi 2024 (Election Campaign) by ABP Ananda”
“Best Marketing Initiative From A News Channel – Telugu
Winner is
Nobel, Charya And Ashok Kumar for TV9 Seedball Campaign by TV9 Telugu”

“Best Brand Partnership On News Television – English
Winner is
Banega Swasth India by NDTV 24X7″
“Best Brand Partnership On News Television – Hindi
Winner is
Castrol CRB Turbomax – Pragati Ki Paathshaala by TV9 Bharatvarsh”
“Best Brand Partnership On News Television – Bangla
Winner is
Mother Dairy Mishti Doi Durga Pujo 2023 TVC by ABP Ananda”
“Best Brand Partnership On News Television – Telugu
Winner is
Ashok Kumar for Celebrity Cricket League Media Partner TV9 by TV9 Telugu”

Best Ground Or Virtual Event Initiative – English
Winner is
Ideas of India Summit 3.0 by ABP News”

Best Ground Or Virtual Event Initiative – Hindi
Winner is
Banega Swasth India Season 10 Launch by NDTV India”

“News Channel Website – English
Winner is
NDTV.com “
“News Channel Website – Telugu
Winner is
TV9 Telugu “
“News Channel Website – Hindi
Winner is
NDTV.in”

Most Popular Social Media TV News Brand – English
Winner is
Twitter@Timesnow by Times Now”
“Most Popular Social Media TV News Brand – Hindi
Winner is
NDTV India “

“Most Popular Social Media TV News Brand – Telugu
Winner is
TV9 Telugu “
“Mobile Application By A News Channel – English
Winner is
NDTV “
“Mobile Application By A News Channel – Hindi
Winner is
NDTV India App “

Social Contribution By A News Network – Hindi
Winner is
Diwali Feeling Wali by Times Now Navbharat”
Social Contribution By A News Network – English
Winner is
Banega Swasth India by NDTV 24X7″

“Technological Innovation In News Television – Telugu
Winner is
Manoj And Graphics Team for Augmented Reality Integration In News Presentation by TV9 Telugu”

Best Investigation By A News Programme – Kannada
Winner is
Murthy B for Kiadb Compensation Scam by TV9 Kannada”

“Best Investigation By A News Channel – English
Winner is
Operation Sheeshmahal by Times Now”
Best Investigation By A News Channel – Hindi
Winner is
Madhya Pradesh Farzi Nursing College by NDTV India”
“Best Investigation By A News Channel – Kannada
Winner is
Bescom Mrityu Koopa – (Mother And Child Death Due To Bescom Negligence) by TV9 Kannada”

“Strongest Digital Footprint Of A News Network – English
Winner is
NDTV.com “
“Strongest Digital Footprint Of A News Network – Hindi
Winner is
NDTV.in “
“Strongest Digital Footprint Of A News Network – Telugu
Winner is
TV9 Telugu “

“Live Broadcasting Technology Pioneer Award – Hindi
Winner is
4K Coverage Of G20 Summit by DD News”

Best Live Reporting From The Ground – Hindi
Winner is
Jagwinder Patial by ABP News”

December 15, 2024
Sony Sports to go regional with Hockey India League telecast deal

MUMBAI: The Hockey India League (HIL) has got an additional live telecast partner for the next three years – the Sony Sports Network (SSN). The league has signed a contract with the broadcast network. Mid-last week, DD had announced that it was coming on board for the whole tournament’s telecast.

What’s special about the SSN deal is that it will be airing the matches with Telugu and Tamil commentary as well as Hindi and English in a bid to broad base the appeal of the sport. The tournament can be viewed on Sony Sports Ten 1 (English), Sony Sports Ten 3 (Hindi), and Sony Sports Ten 4 (Tamil and Telugu) channels in both standard definition (SD) and high definition (HD). The league, featuring domestic and international players, is to take place in Ranchi and Rourkela for both men and women and will be flagged off on 28 December.

Said Sony Pictures Networks India chief revenue officer & head sports business Rajesh Kaul : “Hockey has gained significant popularity in India with the Indian team’s success in consecutive Olympics contributing to the resurgence. At SSN, we have always been committed to serving Indian fans with a diverse sports portfolio. The inclusion of one of the world’s premier franchise-based hockey leagues will undoubtedly bring fans closer to the game. We see our partnership with it as a key step toward establishing ourselves as the home of hockey, just as we have done with other major sports in our portfolio.”

Highlighted HIL governing committee chairperson Dilip Tirkey: “Sony Sports’ expansive coverage across multiple channels and languages will ensure that fans from all corners of the country can enjoy the league. This season is poised to be bigger, better, bolder, and we are confident that Sony’s unmatched telecast capabilities will help take the excitement of Indian hockey to new heights.”

Added HIL governing committee member Bhola Nath Singh: “Our focus has always been on promoting hockey to a wider audience, and this partnership with SSN allows us to do just that. With their multilingual telecast plan, we are making the sport accessible to a larger audience, bringing them closer to the game. We believe this season will set a new benchmark in terms of viewership and fan engagement.”

(Picture courtesy Hockey India League)

December 15, 2024
Baseline Ventures to build annual six to eight teams Cava Nations Cup

MUMBAI: Tuhin Mishra’s Baseline Ventures has tossed another ball up in the air. The sports agency has signed up with the Central Asian Volleyball Association (Cava), the governing body for volleyball in central Asia, in a strategic partnership to revolutionise and popularise volleyball in the region.

Cava is the supporting Zonal Association of the Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) and represents the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) and the AVC in central Asia and south Asia to promote and develop indoor, beach, grass and snow volleyball in the region. It is also affiliated to Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.

The idea of the partnership is to build an eminent annual property – the Cava Nations Cup which will feature participation from six to eight teams across the Cava region and offer FIVB ranking points, marking a significant milestone for volleyball in the area.

The Cava Nations Cup is poised to become a flagship event, bringing together top teams from central Asia to compete at the highest level.

Cava president Mohamed Latheef said: “Baseline Ventures has been the brains behind the the very popular Prime Volleyball League in India. We are excited to work on the Cava Nations Cup with Baseline as we witnessed India’s stand-out performance during the last Asian Games which was a direct result of the success of Prime Volleyball League. Coming together with Baseline allows us to bring our vision to life, creating more opportunities for players and elevating the region’s profile on the global volleyball stage.”

Baseline Ventures co-founder & MD Tuhin Mishra: “The Cava Nations Cup promises to be a game-changer for volleyball in central Asia. This tournament will not only showcase the region’s talent but also provide players with a platform to compete for FIVB ranking points.”

Surely, that should prove to be a smashing incentive for the game and the players.

(Picture courtesy Prime Volleyball League)

December 14, 2024
Hero MotorCorp rides away with Hockey India League title sponsorship.

MUMBAI: Wish a lot many more sports had this kind of support. Strengthening its commitment to the growth and development of hockey, the world’s largest maker of bikes and scooters Hero MotoCorp has signed on as the title sponsor of the Hockey India League (HIL) for the next three seasons, starting from 2024-25. Specific sponsorship amounts were not disclosed, but guesstimate are that it is in the double digit crore territory.Coal India was the previous title sponsor.

This alliance between Hero MotoCorp and the HIL aims to rejuvenate one of India’s most cherished sports, expanding its reach and fostering a vibrant platform for emerging talent.

The tournament, set to begin on 28 December will feature eight men’s teams and, for the first time, four women’s teams. The introduction of the Women’s HIL marks a historic milestone in Indian hockey, underscoring a significant step forward for the inclusion and empowerment of women in sports.

Hero MotoCorp executive vice-president Sanjay Bhan said, “Hero MotoCorp is deeply committed to nurturing and supporting sports globally, with a special emphasis on India. Hockey holds a unique place in our hearts, reflecting our nation’s rich sporting heritage. The Hero Hockey India League is more than just a competition – it’s a celebration of our shared passion for the sport, an inspiration for future athletes, and a unifier for communities.”

HIL governing committee chairperson Dilip Tirkey said: “Hero MotoCorp has always been a pioneer in supporting Indian sports, and their association with the Hero Hockey India League will elevate the tournament’s stature. With their title sponsorship, we are confident that the Hero Hockey India League will reach greater heights, inspiring players and fans alike. Together, we aim to make this league a true celebration of hockey as IndiaKaGame.”

HIL governing committee member Bhola Nath Singh added, “Hero MotoCorp’s partnership is a testament to the growing popularity of the HIL.Their support will not only enhance the league’s visibility but also strengthen the narrative of hockey as a unifying force in India.”

The Hero HIL can be watched through a wide array of platforms, including television, digital channels, and radio, ensuring that audiences remain connected to every thrilling match and moment. With Hero MotoCorp’s support, the league aims to nurture the sport, inspire future generations of players, and spotlight India’s hockey talent on the global stage.

(Picture courtesy Hockey India League website)

December 14, 2024

TV9 Bangla Ghorer Bioscope Awards celebrates 50 Years of DD Bangla & Feluda

MUMBAI: The recently concluded TV9 Bangla Ghorer Bioscope Awards has been a star-studded event that paid tribute to the two significant milestones in the Indian television and entertainment industry. The first element was observing the golden jubilee of Doordarshan (DD Bangla), whose invaluable contribution paved the way for the shaping of the broadcasting industry. The event felicitated TV personalities who had immensely contributed to the development of the television industry since the Doordarshan days.

The second highlight of this event was celebrating the 50th anniversary of the beloved Bengali detective character Feluda, created by the legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray. TV9 Bangla honoured all the actors to date who played the role of Feluda.

TV9 Bangla managing editor and business head Amritanshu Bhattacharya, asserted, “The first edition of TV9 Bangla Ghorer Bioscope Awards was a runaway success. On witnessing the overwhelming response, we have organised the second edition of the TV9 Bangla Ghorer Bioscope Awards this year in a grand way. With the wholehearted support of the Tollywood, television & OTT industry players, this event has grown in stature. Last year, we included TV & OTT that had earned immense popularity. Hence, this year, we have included Movie releases in OTT as well. I am confident that this event will further escalate & reach a greater height of success next year onwards.”

The glittering award evening was graced by mesmerizing live performances of renowned singers Aratrika of Sa Re Ga Ma Pa, Madhubanti Bagchi and Iman Chakraborty, whose soulful renditions resonated with the audience. The evening was a perfect mix of nostalgia, celebration, and recognition of talent across the media and entertainment industry of Bengal.

The sponsors of this event have been listed below:

Co-presented by	Fridaay
Co-presented by	Lalbaba Rice
Co-powered by	Benarasi Niketan
	Dr. S.C Deb’s Rheumalin Gold Capsules
	Dear Lotteries
	Sunrise
	Softovac
Health Partner	Samaritan
Real Estate Partner	Merlin
Special Partners	Finolex Pipes & Fittings
Special Partners	Tata Intra Gold Picks
Togetherness Partner	Mio Amore
Associate Sponsors	Willowood
Associate Sponsors	Liv-N- Zyme
Radio Partner	Red FM 93.5
Print Partner	Sangbad Pratidin
Outdoor Partner	Arun Sign

December 13, 2024

Zee announces Agency Premier League T20 for media agencies to build connect with DP World ILT20

MUMBAI: In a vibrant fusion of cricket and creativity, the inaugural Agency Premier League T20 is set to launch in Bengaluru, blending the excitement of the game with the star power of the media industry. The tournament will kick off on 16 December, featuring renowned Kannada actor Ramesh Aravind at the opening ceremony, promising a thrilling experience that unites media professionals in a celebration of sport and collaboration.

Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd (Zeel) the official broadcaster of the DP World International League T20, is engaging prominent media agencies through this unique initiative, which will also take place in Delhi on 18 December and culminate in Mumbai on 20 December. With Ramesh Aravind, known for his iconic Kannada talk show Weekend with Ramesh on Zee5, headlining the Bengaluru leg, this innovative trade marketing initiative aims to promote the third edition of ILT20 among media professionals on an engaging platform.

The Bengaluru leg will see spirited participation from prominent agencies, including Group M fielding two teams and Dentsu, Havas Media, Initiative and Madison each competing with one team. Following this, the Delhi edition will feature teams from OMD, Havas, IPG, Group M, Publicis and Dentsu. The Mumbai event will host an equally competitive lineup with Wavemaker, Starcom, Madison World, DBB Mudra Max, Essence Mediacom and Mindshare Fulcrum.

Zeel’s chief growth officer of digital & broadcast revenue Ashish Sehgal said, “The Agency Premier League T20 reflects Zee’s commitment to fostering meaningful engagement and pursuits with our trade partners, including the media. Cricket unites India, and this league brings the excitement of ILT20 closer to the media fraternity while celebrating the unifying spirit of the game. Through this tournament, our aim is to create an innovative and immersive experience that resonates with cricket fans across the globe.”

The month-long third edition of DP World ILT20 will begin on 11 January 2025, with the finals slated to take place on Sunday, 9 February 2025. Cricket fans can watch this action-packed tournament on Zee’s most widely distributed and viewed 15 linear TV channels: &Pictures SD, &Pictures HD, Zee Cinema HD, Zee Anmol Cinema 2, Zee Action, Zee Biskope, Zee Zest SD, Zee Cinemalu HD, Zee Telugu HD, Zee Thirai, Zee Tamil HD, Zee Kannada HD, Zee Zest HD, &Flix SD and &Flix HD. It’s also free to view on one of India’s leading OTT platforms – Zee5. The syndicate broadcast partners around the world will be announced in the coming days.

As per the press release mentioned earlier this year, Zeel reported that the league’s second season reached 221 million viewers and to capture a viewership of 230 million for the upcoming season, Zee will expand its reach by including south Indian channels, offering a month-long cricket carnival experience.

The channel’s extensive distribution strategy ensured widespread accessibility in India and across the globe. With a notable 46 per cent share of female viewership and 55 per cent share of youth viewership, the league’s broad appeal in India underscores its status.

December 13, 2024
Sony Yay! to air Shin chan movies on Saturdays’ lunch time

MUMBAI: Chaos and laughter are guaranteed when Shin chan is in the picture!

The most unpredictable five-year-old is all set to hijack fans’ Saturdays with his signature mischief and unforgettable antics. Starting 14 December, Sony Yay! is set to unveil a month-long movie block at 1 pm featuring four hilarious Shin chan adventures, promising endless entertainment for the whole family.

The first of these, according to company release is The Singing Bomb, where Shin chan’s off-key melodies will leave audiences in stitches. On 21 December, it’s time to groove with DanceAmigo, featuring Shin chan’s wild moves and unmissable charm. On 28 December, Buri Buri 3 Minutes Charge brings a whirlwind of hilarity as Shin chan’s quick thinking saves the day. Bringing up the rear is The Adventures of Kasukabe Boys on 4 January, a comical journey with Shin chan and his gang.

Whether inventing goofy excuses to skip a bath or creating chaos wherever he goes, Shin chan’s antics never fail to entertain. With his quirky parents, adorable baby sister Himawari, and ever-loyal dog Shiro, this movie block is a recipe for pure, unfiltered fun.

December 13, 2024