Category: TV Channels

NDTV revamps its branded content unit as NDTV Brand Studio

Mumbai: As part of its vision for growth, NDTV has rebranded and revamped its branded content unit as NDTV Brand Studio.

NDTV Brand Studio will deliver a comprehensive suite of customised content solutions for brands across various sectors, covering every aspect of the value chain – from content ideation and production to amplification. The studio’s approach is to deliver very focused IPs with complete content solution specially designed to address or solve for a particular market need.

“As brands navigate an increasingly dynamic, digital-first world, they need partners who can help craft narratives that reach and engage audiences in a meaningful, differentiated way,” said NDTV Brand Studio revenue head Gaurav Dewani “With NDTV Brand Studio, we’re thrilled to provide a creative hub where brands can create decisive messaging through NDTV’s journalistic excellence and deliver impactful branded content experiences”.

The studio is powered by a team of branded content specialists and seasoned journalists with deep roots in NDTV’s legacy of social campaign and high-impact initiatives.

In the last one year alone this team has added over 12 new IPs, and delivered over 300 hours of tailored content for clients across industries through IPs ranging from Banega Swasth India, Samarth by Hyundai, Usha Kushalta Ke Kadam, Protinex Protien Abhiyaan to NDTV Indian of the year, India Sustainability Mission, NDTV Infrashakti Awards, and the NDTV World Summit.

November 27, 2024
NDTV India launches ‘Samvad’ series with Samvidhan@75 celebration

Mumbai: NDTV India proudly hosted the inaugural edition of its thought-leadership series, ‘NDTV INDIA SAMVAD’, with Samvidhan@75 as its theme. This landmark event commemorated the 75th anniversary of India’s Constitution, bringing together legal luminaries, leaders, and visionaries for a day of engaging dialogues on the cornerstones of India’s democracy.

The conclave featured chief justice of India, D.Y. Chandrachud, minister of parliamentary and minority affairs, Kiren Rijiju, former chief justice of India, Uday Umesh Lalit, member of parliament & former law minister, Ravi Shankar Prasad among other distinguished speakers.

Justice Chandrachud emphasised the significance of the collegium system, calling it “a very good system in the federal structure.” Meanwhile, Rijiju highlighted pivotal moments in constitutional history, stating, “If we follow what is written in the Constitution, India will develop.”

As part of the event, NDTV honored former attorney general of India, K.K. Venugopal, for his exceptional contributions to safeguarding the Constitution.

Discussions ranged across critical issues:

. Justice Chandrachud acknowledged judges’ right to pursue post-retirement opportunities, remarking, “Judges must decide what is appropriate for them to do post-retirement.”

. Justice Lalit reinforced the secular fabric of India, stating, “The Constitution does not endorse the government having any religion.”

. Former chief election commissioner S.Y. Qureshi emphasised India’s unparalleled diversity, underscoring the foundational role of the Election Commission in preserving democracy.

NDTV senior managing editor Santosh Kumar shared the broader vision behind NDTV India Samvad, describing it as a platform to tackle critical issues and celebrate key milestones. He added, “Samvidhan@75 is just the beginning of a series that will explore transformative ideas shaping India’s future.”

Through its insightful dialogues, NDTV India Samvad reaffirmed the enduring relevance of the Indian Constitution, emphasising its core tenets of justice, equality, and the protection of fundamental rights.

November 25, 2024
Tips Music partners with TikTok to expand global reach of Indian music

Mumbai: Tips Music Ltd, a leading Indian music label with a vast catalogue of over 31,000 songs, has officially announced a direct partnership with TikTok. This collaboration will make Tips Music’s rich collection accessible to TikTok users worldwide, excluding China and India, allowing music lovers, Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), and expatriates to enjoy the diverse range of Bollywood classics and regional hits on the popular platform.

The agreement responds to the growing global demand for Indian music and positions TikTok as a key channel for the discovery and engagement of Tips Music’s repertoire. This partnership ensures that TikTok users across multiple regions can seamlessly integrate Tips Music’s tracks into their content, strengthening cultural connection and self-expression through music.

Tips Music Ltd, managing director, Kumar Taurani expressed his enthusiasm, “We have seen an increased consumption of Indian music globally. Several existing TikTok trends hold testament to it. This direct strategic partnership with ByteDance marks an important step in expanding the global footprint and engagement of Tips Music. The TikTok platform has a massive audience base and this deal improvises the discovery of our music. I would like to thank TikTok and our CEO Hari Nair, for weaving this direct deal.”

This partnership aligns with Tips Music’s mission to bridge traditional Indian music with cutting-edge platforms, fostering greater accessibility and celebrating the universal appeal of Indian music.

November 25, 2024
IPL 2025 auction: A day of big spending

MUMBAI: Surprises galore! That’s what the day one of Tata IPL 2025 Mega Auction/player draft in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia threw up yesterday with some players being bought for astounding prices and some going unsold. Overall, the managements of the 10 teams spent Rs 467.5 crore, purchasing 72 players, of which 24 players were international players.

Amongst the biggest eyeopeners was the Rs 27 crore sticker price that Lucknow Super Giants paid to acquire the swashbuckling Rishabh Pant, making him the most expensive cricketer in the league’s history. Earlier, Punjab Kings coughed up Rs 26.75 crore for Shreyas Iyer breaking the Rs 24.75 crore record set for Mitchell Starc by Kolkata Knight Riders in 2024.

Kolkata Knight Riders also almost broke the bank by shoveling Rs 23.75 crore for all arounder Venkatesh Iyer. Leggie Yuzvendra Chahal became the most expensive Indian spinner ever in IPL as Punjab Kings picked him for Rs 18 crore. Pacer Arshdeep Singh who was the first player to be put on the blocks during the auction was also purchased by Punjab Kings for an astounding Rs 18 crore, using the right to match card, beating out Sunrisers Hyderabad in the process. Amongst the players who went shockingly unsold included: Devdutt Padikkal, David Warner and Piyush Chawla.

When the day began, a total of 574 players were shortlisted from an initial pool of 1,574 names. This included 208 overseas players, 12 uncapped overseas talents, and 318 uncapped Indian players. Mallika Sagar stood up as the auctioneer for the whole period of the auction.

Chennai Super Kings had held on to Ruturaj Gaikwad, MS Dhoni; Ravindra Jadeja, Shivam Dube and Matheesha Pathirana while Mumbai Indians had retained Hardik Pandya. Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah and Tilak Varma. On the other hand Royal Challengers Bengaluru retained Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar and Yash Dayal and Sunrisers Hyderabad retained Heinrich Klaasen, Pat Cummins, Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Nitish Kumar Reddy.

While Delhi Capitals players retained Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Tristan Stubbs, Abhishek Porel. Punjab Kings had decided to continue with only Shashank Singh and Prabhsimran Singh. Gujarat Titans retained Rashid Khan, Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, Rahul Tewatia, Shahrukh Khan even as Lucknow Super Giants retained Nicholas Pooran, Ravi Bishnoi, Mayank Yadav , Ayush Badoni and Mohsin Khan. Rajasthan Royals held on to Sanju Samson, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer and Sandeep Sharma even as Kolkata Knight Riders retained Rinku Singh, Varun Chakravarthy, Sunil Narine, Andre Russell, Harshit Rana and Ramandeep Singh.

This gave Punjab Kings a purse of Rs 110.5 crore when the auction commenced,; Rajasthan Royals, Rs 41 crore; Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Rs 83 crore, Delhi Capitals, Rs 73 crore; Lucknow Super Giants, Rs 69 crore; Gujarat Titans, Rs 69 crore; Chennai Super Kings, Rs 55 crore; Kolkata Knight Riders, Rs 51 crore; Mumbai Indians, Rs 45 crore and Sunrisers Hyderabad, Rs 45 crore.

The players who were bought today included:

Kagiso Rabada (by Gujarat Titans for Rs 10.75 crore); Jos Buttler (Gujarat Titans, Rs 15.75 crore);
Mitchell Starc (Delhi Capitals, Rs 11.75 crore); Mohammed Shami (Sunrisers Hyderabad, Rs 10 crore); David Miller (Lucknow Super Giants, Rs 7.50 crore); Mohammed Siraj (Gujarat Titans, 12.25 crore); Liam Livingstone (Royal Challengers Bangalore, Rs 8.75 crore); K.L. Rahul (Delhi Capitals, Rs 14 crore); Harry Brook (Delhi Capitals, Rs 6.25 crore); Aiden Markram (Lucknow Super Giants, Rs 2 crore); Devon Conway (Chennai Super Kings, Rs 6.25 crore); Rahul Tripathi (Chennai Super Kings, Rs 3.40 crore); Jake Fraser-McGurk (Delhi Capitals, Rs 9 crore); Harshal Patel (Sunrisers Hyderabad, Rs 8 crore); Rachin Ravindra (Chennai Super Kings, Rs 4 crore); Ravichandran Ashwin (Chennai Super Kings, Rs 9.75 crore); Marcus Stoinis (Punjab Kings; Rs 11 crore); Mitchell Marsh (Lucknow Super Giants; Rs 3.40 crore); Glenn Maxwell goes (Punjab Kings, Rs 4.20 crore); Quinton de Kock (Kolkata Knight Riders, Rs 3.60 crore); Phil Salt (Royal Challengers Bangalore, Rs 11.5 crore); Rahmanullah Gurbaz (Kolkata Knight Riders, Rs 2 crore); Ishan Kishen (Sunrisers Hyderabad, Rs 11.25 crore); Jitesh Sharma (Royal Challengers Bangalore, Rs 11 crore); Josh Hazlewood (Royal Challengers Bangalore, Rs 12.50 crore); Prasidh Krishna (Gujarat Titans, Rs 9.5 crore); Avesh Khan (Lucknow Super Giants, Rs 9.75 crore); Anrich Nortje (Kolkata Knight Riders, Rs 6.5 crore); Jofra Archer (Rajasthan Royals, Rs 12.5 crore); Khaleel Ahmed (Chennai Super Kings, Rs 4.80 crore); T. Natarajan (Delhi Capitals, Rs 10.75 crore); Trent Boult (Mumbai Indians, Rs 12.5 crore); Maheesh Theekshana (Rajasthan Royals, Rs 4.40 crore); Rahul Chahar (Sunrisers Hyderabad,Rs 3.20 crore); Adam Zampa (Sunrisers Hyderabad, Rs 2.40 crore); Wanindu Hasaranga (Rajasthan Royals, Rs 5.25 crore); Noor Ahmad (Chennai Super Kings, Rs 10 crore); Atharva Taide (Sunrisers Hyderabad, Rs 30 lakh); Nehal Wadhera (Punjab Kings, Rs 4.20 crore); Karun Nair (Delhi Capitals; Rs 50 lakh), Angkrish Raghuvanshi (Chennai Super Kings, Rs 3 crore); Abhinav Manohar (Kolkata Knight Riders, Rs 3.20 crore); buy Nishant Sindhu (Gujarat Titans, Rs 30 lakh); Naman Dhir (Mumbai Indians, Rs 5.25 crore); Sameer Rizvi (Delhi Capitals, Rs 95 lakh); Abdul Samad (Lucknow Super Giants, Rs 4.20 crore); Harpreet Brar (Punjab Kings, Rs 1.50 crore); Vijay Shankar (Chennai Super Kings, Rs 1.20 crore); Mahipal Lomror (Gujarat Titans, Rs 1.70 crore); Ashutosh Sharma (Delhi Capitals, Rs 3.80 crore); Vishnu Vinod (Punjab Kings, Rs 95 lakh); Aryan Juyal (Lucknow Super Giants, Rs 30 lakh); Anuj Rawat (Gujarat Titans, Rs 30 lakh); Robin Minz (Mumbai Indians, Rs 65 lakh); Kumar Kushagra (Gujarat Titans, Rs 65 lakh); Akash Madhwal (Rajasthan Royals, Rs 1.20 crore); Mohit Sharma (Delhi Capitals, Rs 2.20 crore); Vyshak Vijaykumar (Punjab Kings, Rs 1.80 crore). Vaibhav Arora (Kolkata Knight Riders , Rs 1.80 crore); Yash Thakur (Punjab Kings, Rs 1.60 crore); Simarjeet Singh (Sunrisers Hyderabad, Rs 1.5 crore); Suyash Sharma (Royal Challengers Bangalore, Rs 2.6 crore); Manav Suthar (Gujarat Titans, Rs 30 lakh); Kumar Kartikeya Singh (Rajasthan Royals, Rs 30 lakh); Mayank Markande (Kolkata Knight Riders, Rs 30 lakh); Karn Sharma (Mumbai Indians, Rs 50 lakh) and Rasikh Dhar (Royal Challengers Bangalore, Rs 6 crore).

November 24, 2024
Warner Bros Discovery promotes Deepa Sridhar to sr director corp comm -south Asia

MUMBAI: Deepa Sridhar has been promoted to senior director corporate communications, south Asia at Warner Bros Discovery’s (WBD) India unit. Sridhar has been with WBD for the past nine years and her immediate previous position was director corporate communications.

She has more than 20 years of communications and brand building experience with companies as diverse as Singapore Airlines, British Airways, Emirates Airlines, J. Walter Thompson, CII, Bajaj Electricals, India’s first American Chinese chain of restaurants, Yo! China, and Titan Watches.

As senior director, she will be driving brand strategy and communications across the diverse spectrum of genres within the WBD network- factual and lifestyle, sports and kids and theatrical.

“This is an incredible milestone in my nine year journey with WBD India,” Sridhar posted on Linkedin. “I’m eager to continue contributing, growing, and embracing new challenges in this new role.”

November 24, 2024
Star Sports wins four awards at SportsPro Summit Madrid

MUMBAI: JioStar head – sports production services to all consumer functions & production technology Prashant Khanna is over the moon. Just last week, Disney Star India was handed out four awards at SportsPro Summit in Madrid. All under his watch as head of the innovation lab at Disney Star prior to the network’s merger with Viacom18.

Amongst the awards that it won included:

* Platform of the Year – network – Gold:
A record-breaking year for Disney Star Sports: sky-high viewership and cutting-edge technologies

* Innovation of the Year – Gold:
Disney Star and ICC introduce “MaxView” for 800m+ mobile friendly cricket audience in India –

* Best Use of AI – bronze:
Star Sports used AI to translate international cricketers’ commentary into Indian regional languages

* Best Marketing Strategy – Gold
Hotstar for its marketing strategy which has driven awareness, engagement and consumption of sports content on an OTT platform.

“What a year for Star Sports it has been! Being recognised on a world stage along side the sports industry stalwarts is a testament of this team and our amazing partners in ICC, BCCI and other boards and leagues that allow us to push boundaries every time across our platforms (lnear and digital),” said PK (as he is known to colleagues) on Linkedin.

November 24, 2024
Zoom TV to telecast India Padel Open finals on 24 Nov from 3 pm

MUMBAI: Padel lovers are in for a treat come 24 November. The finals of the FIP Promotion India Padel Open are to be held at the Padel courts of Bennett University in Greater Noida from 3 PM onwards. The tournament is India’s first-ever international Padel event sanctioned by the International Padel Federation (FIP) and is organised by Padel League Pvt Ltd (a subsidiary of PTL Sports Group) with support from The Times Group and featured various international athletes representing countries such as Spain, Japan, Netherlands, France, Italy, and Iran, alongside top Indian talent.

The finals will be telecast Live on Zoom TV and live-streamed on FIP’s YouTube Channel.

The women’s final of the four day tournament features Ainize Santamaria Landa and Aitana Solan Domenech (Spain) against Kotomi Ozawa (Japan) and Elisabeth Nogueras Lorenz (Spain), promising a clash of skill and strategy. In the men’s final, Pol Alsina and Edu Altimires Ros (Spain) face the French powerhouse duo Arthur Hugounenq and Thomas Seux in what is set to be an electrifying encounter.

The semifinals on day 3 of the open saw some intense play in the women’s category with Spain’s Ainize S. Landa and Aitana Domenech cruising past the Indo-Irani duo of Tulsi Mehta and Banafsheh Shahpar in straight sets of 6-0, 6-0, while the second semi finals in the women’s category saw Japan’s Kotomi Ozawa and Spanish Elisabeth Nogueras Lorenz edge past Sharmada Balu and Prerana Prathap by 6-1, 6-2.

In the men’s semifinals, the Spanish duo of Pol Alsina and Edu Altimires Ros overcame the Swedish duo of Arya Roghani and Hami Golestan by 6-4, 6-1. While, Arthur Hugounenq and Thomas Seux from France made their way to the finals with a comfortable 6-0, 6-2 win over the Indian pair of Chaitanya Shah and Vikram Shah.

November 23, 2024
TVU Networks revolutionises global live broadcasting across events

Mumbai: In a world teeming with electrifying events—be it the thunderous roar of a marathon, the solemnity of a presidential inauguration, or the pulsating energy of live sports—experiencing it all firsthand seems an impossible dream. But thanks to TVU Networks, this dream is closer to reality. With its revolutionary technology, TVU is reshaping live broadcasting, bringing the vibrancy of global events straight to our screens—be it the dynamic streets of New Delhi, the tense frontlines of the Middle East, or the lush, tranquil greens of Japan’s golf courses. Wherever the story unfolds, TVU ensures every moment is captured and broadcast with unmatched precision, delivering immersive, real-time experiences to audiences across the globe.

Empowering Historic Moments: Indonesia’s Presidential Inauguration

Indonesia marked a significant milestone on 20 October 2024, with the inauguration of its eighth president Prabowo Subianto. Broadcast to a global audience, this event underscored the nation’s growing influence on the world stage. Tasked with delivering seamless coverage of the event, Indonesian National Television turned to TVU Networks.

Leveraging its TVU One mobile transmitters, the team ensured robust signal acquisition and seamless transmission. This technology enabled live feeds to be routed through TVU receivers, professionally produced, and distributed globally across traditional media and digital platforms like YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter.

TVU’s IS+ transmission protocol, paired with HEVC encoding and Forward Error Correction (FEC), maintained impeccable video quality despite challenging network conditions, ensuring that viewers worldwide witnessed this momentous occasion without interruptions.

Breaking Boundaries: Delhi Half Marathon Broadcast

The 19th Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon presented a unique challenge for broadcasters—covering a sprawling 21-kilometre race across New Delhi’s urban landscape. Traditional wired transmission methods proved inadequate, but TVU Networks’ mobile broadcasting solution stepped in as the ideal alternative.

TVU One devices were strategically deployed, including two units at the starting line, three mounted on motorcycles following athletes, two capturing the finish line and awards ceremony, and two attached to drones for stunning aerial shots.

This innovative deployment utilised 5G/4G networks for real-time, high-quality audio and video feeds, offering viewers a dynamic and immersive experience. With features like compact design, IS+ multi-network aggregation, and smart HEVC encoding, TVU One ensured stable and uninterrupted coverage of this prestigious Gold Label event.

“The success of the Delhi Half Marathon broadcast demonstrates the robust capabilities of our professional solutions in delivering immersive viewing experiences to global audiences,” said South Asia, general manager, Subodh Aggarwal. “This event not only showcases our dedication to supporting marathon sports but also reinforces TVU’s leadership in broadcasting large-scale sporting events. We remain committed to innovating end-to-end production solutions for marathons and other events, ensuring that the passion and resilience inherent in sports reach audiences worldwide.”

Frontline journalism redefined: Reporting from the Middle East

In the midst of escalating tensions along the Lebanon-Israel border, ABP News showcased the power of technology and journalism by delivering real-time updates directly from the conflict zone. With the help of TVU One live backpacks, ABP News overcame significant challenges, including unstable connectivity and hazardous conditions.

The TVU One’s ISX high-performance multi-network protocol, combined with HEVC encoding and FEC, ensured crystal-clear footage despite bandwidth constraints. The compact and durable design of the device allowed journalists to maintain mobility and initiate live broadcasts instantly, even in hostile environments.

This collaboration between ABP News and TVU Networks demonstrated the transformative role of technology in frontline reporting, ensuring audiences received timely, accurate, and high-quality news coverage.

Dynamic productions: Fuji Television’s sports broadcasts

In Japan, Fuji Television has long been a leader in sports broadcasting, covering major golf and football events. To enhance its dynamic wireless field camera production, Fuji Television integrated TVU Router solutions into its workflow in June 2024.

By aggregating multiple LTE networks, the TVU Router created a virtual LAN channel between field cameras and the OB station, enabling seamless remote control of camera settings. This setup allowed cameramen to focus on capturing the perfect shot while video engineers managed technical aspects like aperture and brightness from the OB station.

The P2P VLAN setup and IS+ multi-network aggregation provided reliable connectivity in challenging environments such as dense golf courses and crowded stadiums. This innovative solution balanced mobility, cost-effectiveness, and exceptional reliability.

From political milestones to athletic feats and frontline reporting, TVU Networks consistently demonstrates its ability to adapt and innovate. Key features of its technology—such as HEVC smart encoding, IS+ transmission, and multi-network aggregation—ensure reliable and high-quality broadcasts under diverse conditions.

As live broadcasting evolves into a complex and high-stakes arena, TVU Networks stands at the forefront of innovation, empowering broadcasters to transcend geographical, technical, and logistical barriers. With TVU’s cutting-edge technology, the world feels within reach—whether you’re witnessing history unfold at a presidential inauguration, cheering on marathoners through bustling cityscapes, or staying informed from the frontlines of conflict. TVU Networks doesn’t just bring the story to you—it makes you feel omnipresent, ensuring that wherever life happens, you’re never far from the action.

November 23, 2024
Asian Cricket Council partners with Sony for 2024-2031 media rights cycle

MUMBAI: This is one player who is not going to be kept out of the game. Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI – Culver Max Entertainment Pvt Ltd) has pocketed the exclusive media rights for Asian Cricket Council’s (ACC’s) tournaments for the period 2024-2031. The amount is a 70 per cent jump over the previous rights deal, clearly highlighting the growing global stature and appetite for ACC Asia Cup tournaments.

According to reports, the tender released in September by the ACC, had set a base price at $170 million for the rights, almost double of what Star India had paid in the previous rights cycle.

The deal encompasses all editions of the men’s and women’s Asia Cups, men’s and women’s Under-19 Asia Cups, and the men’s and women’s Emerging Teams Asia Cups. The partnership ensures comprehensive and innovative coverage of Asian cricket’s marquee tournaments across television, digital, and audio platforms.

A press release issued by SPNI and ACC says that the latter’s vision for Asian cricket is inclusive and forward-thinking. The partnership with SPNI not only secures high-quality coverage for the ACC’s flagship tournaments but also provides the financial resources necessary to drive development programs across all member nations.

With SPNI’s extensive broadcasting expertise and the ACC’s commitment to growing the game, this partnership is poised to set new benchmarks for cricket in Asia and beyond.

“This media rights deal is a significant milestone for the ACC Asian and cricket across the region. The Asia Cup continues to be a cornerstone of cricketing excellence, bringing together the best of the region’s talent,” said ACC president Jay Shah. “With SPNI as our new media partner, we are confident in their ability to deliver world-class coverage and an immersive viewing experience for fans worldwide.

With Sony’s extensive expertise in the broadcasting industry, we are excited to embark on this new partnership. Sony’s expertise and innovative approach promise to bring a fresh perspective to the coverage of Asian cricket, reaching new audiences and setting new benchmarks.

The substantial increase in rights value will enable the ACC to channel significant resources into grassroots programs, infrastructure development, and talent pathways, especially for associate nations. This collaboration will drive the continued growth of cricket across Asia and ensure its vibrant future.”

“Congratulations to the ACC for conducting a fair and transparent bidding process for the rights to the ACC tournaments!” said SPNI’s MD & CEO Gaurav Banerjee. “We are delighted to bring these action-packed tournaments, which will also include India and Pakistan matches, to our viewers for the next 8 years. ACC tournaments have created unforgettable moments and set the stage for the most intense Asian Cricket rivalries. We eagerly look forward to sharing the thrill and spirit of these matches with cricket fans.”

ACC, had in the last fortnight awarded the exclusive commercial sponsorship rights for all ACC Asia Cup tournaments to TCM Sports Management (TCM), deepening its decade long relationship with the ACC. It gave the marketing agency sole rights over on-ground advertising and sponsorships for men’s and women’s Asia Cup tournaments until 2031. The sponsorship package would grant TCM title and official sponsorship rights, positioning TCM to shape the branding landscape for ACC events.

November 22, 2024
Global AI Conclave 2024 to unpack AI’s shift from hype to real-world impact

Mumbai: The 2024 edition of the CNBC-TV18 and Moneycontrol Global AI Conclave is set to take place on 22 November 2024, in Bengaluru, promising a cutting-edge exploration of artificial intelligence’s evolution. Under the theme ‘From Hype to Impact,’ the conclave will dive deep into AI’s journey from theoretical potential to transformative real-world applications across industries like healthcare, finance, education, and defence.

This year’s event will feature eminent speakers such as Ministry of Electronics and IT, secretary, S Krishnan; Minister for Industries and Commerce, MB Patil; NeGD (MeitY), president & CEO, Nand Kumarum; Microsoft, senior principal researcher, Kalika Bali; and Inception, COO, Ashish Ipe Koshy.

Corporate Strategy, CEO (digital) & president, Puneet Singhvi said, “The past year was all about the build up and proliferation of AI. AI is firmly at the center stage of all discussions and how it can potentially change our lives, industries and corporate sector at large. In this edition, the Global AI Conclave highlights how AI is driving transformative impact across the board. We take pride in creating a platform that unites visionary leaders and innovators to discuss the potential of AI in the real world. This conclave aims to bring forth the evolution of AI from abstract concepts to actionable solutions, redefining its role as a powerful force for progress and inclusion. We believe this journey from hype to impact will inspire new ways of leveraging AI to shape the future.”

TV18, Network18 (broadcast) CEO & A+E Networks MD, Avinash Kaul added, “The second edition of Global AI Conclave marks a significant milestone in our steadfast commitment to foster and promote the intersection of technology, business, and innovation. This event will serve as a knowledge hub for establishing a deeper understanding of AI’s application across industries and answer many questions on the near future of AI in India and the world. We welcome tech enthusiasts to join us as we embark on this exciting journey to unlock the limitless potential of AI on a global scale.”

This year’s conclave will highlight India’s AI roadmap, emphasizing initiatives like the MeitY-Meta partnership advancing open-source AI and the BharatGen initiative, which works to make AI accessible in Indian languages. These programs aim to ensure AI’s benefits reach underserved communities, empowering millions across the nation.

https://www.moneycontrol.com/msite/global-ai-conclave/bangalore.

November 22, 2024