I&B backs news channels' plea on FIIs
Relaxation in news channel FII investment norms in offing; no sops for FM companies; CAS looks likely to be dumped.

Special Report
Marathi channels in makeover mode
Spruced up programming backed by strong marketing, ground events and show packaging: Result is compelling viewing.

Other Headlines
Hong Kong clubs under Casbaa piracy scrutiny
The Cable & Satellite Broadcasting Association of Asia (Casbaa), today took new steps to stamp out pay-TV piracy in Hong Kong, issuing "cease and desist letters" to a number of bars and clubs in Hong Kong screening pay-TV services without legal pay-TV subscriptions.

CBS unveils five series with familiar stars
CBS has crafted a traditionalist's schedule, bringing in Jason Alexander, Rob Lowe and John Goodman to anchor new series and has unveiled three new dramas and two new comedies in a schedule presented to advertisers yesterday.

US 'gem shopping' channel relaunches as Jewelry TV
America's Collectibles Network (ACN) has relaunched its 10-year old shopping network as Jewelry Television by ACN.

First Take
Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Dhooom
Distancing itself from the trend of creating fairytale kids- shows, Star Plus presents a refreshing change with their new show for kids.

Tube Talk
'Crime Patrol' viewer helps police nab a murderer
Abhishek Bachchan is '[V] Da Puttar' this month

Media Stock Watch
Some gained and some lost

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Technology Update
Eutelsat's W3A brought into service without hitch
Samsung launches Wi fi NotePCs
Samsung enables 3D gaming on cell phones

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