Self-regulation system of TV channels needs strengthening: Supreme Court

Self-regulation system of TV channels needs strengthening: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court emphasized the necessity of strengthening the self-regulation mechanism of television channels. Chief Justice of India (CJI) D Y Chandrachud, leading the bench, expressed the need to make the “self-regulatory” framework of television channels more effective. The bench announced its intention to issue guidelines so that television channels can adhere to the regulations. …

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MIB warned that reducing C-band spectrum will adversely impact businesses and broadcasters

MIB warned that reducing C-band spectrum will adversely impact businesses and broadcasters

Broadcasters and teleport operators have expressed concerns to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) about the potential negative impact of reducing the bandwidth available to C-band communication satellites. They believe that shrinking the spectrum from 500 MHz to 200 MHz will harm their business. Currently, the broadcasting services are allotted the C-band spectrum within …

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