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  • Asianet group announces leadership reshuffle

    Asianet group announces leadership reshuffle

    MUMBAI: Asianxt Digital Technologies (ADTPL) has named Venkatraman V as its new chairman, replacing Rajesh Kalra who steps down to a board position. The company has also appointed Neeraj Kohli as chairman of Asianet News Network (ANNPL), while Frank Thomas becomes CEO.

    Venkatraman, currently executive director at Jupiter Capital, brings over 20 years of financial and strategic experience. He holds multiple professional qualifications and is a 2001 Indian Civil Services qualifier.

    Kohli will retain his role as ADT CEO alongside his new position, while Thomas moves up from his previous role as business head.

    Asianxt operates Asianetnews.com in eight languages and owns several news brands including Asianet News, Suvarna News, and Kannada Prabha, alongside music platform IndigoMusic.com.

  • Asianet News Digital honoured at YouTube’s Diamond Creator Award

    Asianet News Digital honoured at YouTube’s Diamond Creator Award

    Mumbai: Asianet News Digital (AN Digital), a brand owned by Asianxt Digital Technologies (formerly known as Asianet News Media and Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.) has surpassed 10 million subscribers on its Malayalam language channel. It is also the first Malayalam News channel to achieve this milestone

    This achievement cements AN Digital’s leadership in reaching audiences with culturally relevant video content. Achieving this subscriber milestone marks a notable accomplishment in the digital news industry, especially among Indian-language news platform creators.

    Speaking on the accomplishment, COO Samanth Sharma commented “We are thrilled to receive the Diamond Creator Award from YouTube, which is a testament to our dedication to providing credible and impactful news in Malayalam. This achievement reflects the hard work of our teams and the trust our audiences have placed in us. Asianet News Digital will continue to innovate and expand our digital video presence to serve audiences across all our languages better.”

    Highlighting the brand’s growth, CEO Neeraj Kohli said, “I am immensely proud of our team for reaching this incredible milestone. This recognition is a reflection of our collective efforts and passion for storytelling. We look forward to reaching even greater heights and continuing to be a trusted voice for our audiences.”

  • Asianet News Digital achieves 110 per cent YoY audience growth

    Asianet News Digital achieves 110 per cent YoY audience growth

    Mumbai: Asianetnews.com has reported 110 per cent audience growth in FY’24 as per the latest ComScore report for digital news publishers. This positions the brand as the leader in audience growth rate among its peers.

    Asianetnews.com, a brand owned by Asianxt Digital Technologies operates in 8 languages namely Malayalam,  Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, English, Bangla and the recently launched Marathi edition. This audience growth firmly establishes its position as one of India’s leading digital news publishers. Additionally, the growth in monthly active users was accompanied by an 80 per cent increase in Page Views, the second highest in the category.

    Highlighting the efforts that went behind the achievement, Samarth Sharma, chief operating officer,  commented “We have made huge strides from being a dominant regional player to a leading National digital media organisation and this is proven by our phenomenal YoY growth story. Big thanks and credit to all our  team members and partners to deliver such phenomenal results in the most efficient manner, especially  considering several challenges arising due to multiple updates in search algorithms, market conditions and  other factors.”

    Congratulating the team for this achievement, Neeraj Kohli, chief executive officer, added, “We mark another season of success in our Digital Business, which is a testament to our unwavering commitment to innovation and adaptation. Our sustained success underscores our commitment to meeting the evolving needs of our growing Pan-India audience and solidifying our position as leading digital publisher. This remarkable growth reinforces our relentless pursuit of excellence and our ability to stay ahead in a dynamic digital landscape”. 

  • Asianet News Media & Entertainment is now Asianxt Digital Technologies

    Asianet News Media & Entertainment is now Asianxt Digital Technologies

    Mumbai : Asianet News Media & Entertainment Pvt Ltd, a prominent pan India media-tech player, has announced its rebranding to Asianxt Digital Technologies Pvt Ltd. The rebranding is a strategic move to reinforce the company’s tech and digital-first DNA as it embarks on expanding into new products and markets.

    The transformation also reflects the company’s commitment to staying ahead of the curve in the evolving media landscape and serving its diverse audiences with innovative content.

    Asianxt’s flagship platforms include the widely recognised Asianetnews.com, a multilingual digital news and entertainment hub catering to audiences in 8 languages.

    The company also owns the powerful Asianet News Network, featuring leading news brands such as Asianet News (Malayalam), Asianet Suvarna News (Kannada) and the Kannada Prabha daily.

    Complementing its news offerings, Asianxt also has in its portfolio IndigoMusic.com, India’s one of the leading international music brands that has a significant following in key markets like Bangalore, Goa and beyond.

    As part of this comprehensive transformation, Asianxt has unveiled a new brand logo and identity. This logo serves as a symbol of the company’s renewed focus on pioneering the future of media-tech. With this rebranding, Asianxt will continue to provide comprehensive coverage of news, entertainment and events across the globe, even as it embraces a fresh perspective that aligns with the changing needs of its audience.

    Asianxt Digital Technologies Pvt. Ltd, CEO Neeraj Kohli shared his insights on this transformative journey, stating, “Our vision is to serve content across audiences, agnostic of any platform, language and geography. With Asianxt, we aim to transcend barriers and offer diverse and engaging content to global consumers. This rebranding is a strategic move towards realising that vision. We are confident that our renewed focus on technology and digital-first values will resonate with our audiences and stakeholders alike.”he added.

    Asianxt Digital Technologies Pvt. Ltd executive chairman Rajesh Kalra echoed this sentiment, adding, “This is a pivotal moment for us as it is a reflection of our commitment to embracing a digital-first future. As Asianxt, we aim to continue to push boundaries and set new standards for journalism. We are excited about the possibilities this transformation opens up for us and our audiences.”

    As Asianxt, the company remains dedicated to delivering quality content and engaging platforms to its audiences in India and across international waters. The transition is a key move that aims to position Asianxtas a visionary and influential player in India’s fast evolving media ecosystem.

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  • Asianet News Digital launches Marathi platform in Mumbai in the presence of Hon. Dy. CM Devendra Fadnavis

    Asianet News Digital launches Marathi platform in Mumbai in the presence of Hon. Dy. CM Devendra Fadnavis

    Mumbai: Asianetnews.com, the digital platform of Asianet News Media and Entertainment Private Limited (ANMEPL) has launched its eighth language platform in Marathi. The launch happened on 5 December, 2023 at the Press Club in Mumbai.

    Hon. Dy. CM of Maharashtra, Shri Devendra Fadnavis, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Other eminent personalities such as Shri Dr. Ramnath Sonawane, Secretary, Maharashtra Water Resources Regulatory Authority, Shri Pravin Dabas, Actor and Director and Smt. Preeti Jhangiani, Actor and Producer, were also present for this historic occasion.

    Asianetnews.com is already present in Malayalam, Kannada, English, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Bangla. With the launch of Marathi, the group’s digital news media has spread its wings to the West as it aims to expand its footprint nationally and globally.

    Asianetnews.com’s strong brand credibility and deep regional insights provides the edge to source and deliver content like none other. Asianetnews.com Marathi will target to become the go-to destination for focused news and video content in Maharashtra.

    Hon. Dy. CM Shri Devendra Fadnavis stressed about the need for genuine news providers such as Asianet News to clamp down on fake content, especially the threat posed by AI-based platforms such as Deepfake and other similar Indian apps. He highlighted the role that digital media has to play to curb the spread of misinformation and help deliver credible news to the Marathi diaspora and help shape the opinion of the society.

    Rajesh Kalra, Executive Chairman Asianet News Group spoke about the thought process behind this development. “With Maharashtra having the third most internet penetration in the country, Marathi is obviously a key language for Bharat. When we were looking at expanding into other languages, Marathi was a unanimous choice. We aim to be the most trusted source of news for Maharashtrians and provide a platform that disseminates high-quality content,” he said.

    Neeraj Kohli, Chief Executive Officer, Asianet News Group elaborated, “We are aiming to replicate the success of our other 7 languages to Marathi and justify the faith put in us by the people of Maharashtra. Our focus has always been on providing our audience with the most comprehensive, up-to-date, and honest coverage from the ground.”

    Samarth Sharma, the group Chief Operating Officer, “We will be putting all our efforts to deliver ‘Straight, Bold, Relentless,’ news coverage to the Marathi diaspora spread across the world. With a strong team of journalists working round the clock, our news bureau is set to establish Asianet News Marathi as the most trusted source of news,” Samarth Sharma, COO Asianet News Group highlighted the company’s mission and ideology behind the Marathi platform launch.

    AsianetNews.com is a leading news platform, which caters to 80 Mn monthly active users across its 7 languages. With Marathi added to its growing portfolio, it is set to expand its footprint across the country as well as the world.
    The ANN group (Asianet News Network) has a multi-media presence across the country in multiple languages via its TV Channels (Asianet News and Asianet Suvarna News), Print Publication (Kannada Prabha), Music platform (IndigoMusic.com), and Digital platforms in 8 languages (AsianetNews.com and MyNation.com).

  • Gaza conflict – Asianet News reporting directly from ground zero

    Gaza conflict – Asianet News reporting directly from ground zero

    Mumbai: India’s leading media-tech platform, Asianet News Media, has sent a dedicated news team to report live from Israel amid the ongoing Gaza conflict between Israel and Palestine.

    Known for its commitment to Straight, Bold and Relentless reporting, Asianet News Media has deputed Asianet Suvarna News editor of news & programs Ajit Hanamakkanavar to Israel to cover breaking stories live from the war-zone.

    This strategic decision demonstrates Asianet News Media’s unwavering commitment to providing its viewers with unparalleled access to the latest developments and firsthand accounts from one of the most complex and volatile regions in the world. The conflict has garnered global attention due to its geo-political significance and human impact.

    Commenting on this initiative, Asianet News Network CEO Neeraj Kohli said, “It needed a lot of courage and commitment to send a team to the highly volatile war-zone. But our commitment to our audiences meant we didn’t think twice before taking the decision. Our viewers deserve first-hand, credible information they can trust. And nothing better than our own team to capture the stories, emotions, and events, as they unfold.”

    With a legacy spanning over 25 years, Asianet News Media has consistently demonstrated fearlessness in covering sensitive and vital global events from ground zero, including the Russia-Ukraine conflict and others.

    As a media tech platform, Asianet News Media is at the forefront of technological advancements in the industry offering content in 7+ languages and ensuring that its diverse audiences across India and Middle-East receives news through innovative and accessible means across its platforms.