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'Twenty20 injects new life into sports broadcast'
Breakaway initiative by Essel Group forces BCCI to wake up from its deep slumber; new format emerges that rejuvenates cricket. (2 Jan 2008)
Innovation the mantra in a time of increasing fragmentation
Road ahead exciting and promising for those who compete in the Hindi GEC space, but it is going to get tougher and rougher than ever before. (31 Dec 2007)
FM radio - Abuzz with activity
The year gone by was a time when years of hard work and patience finally paid off for the radio industry in India. (3 Jan 2008)
Marching to a new tune
The Indian music industry felt the impact of the changing global scenario too, but seems ready to adapt to new circumstances. (31 Dec 2007)
'Television has brought life back to many sports that were waning on account of declining viewership'
Sports in India no longer a leisure activity to be played or watched at one's convenience: ESPN India MD RC Venkateish. (2 Jan 2008)
'TV established its rightful claim, as the medium for the nation'
Joy Chakraborthy, President Revenues, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd, engages in some tea leaf-reading. (31 Dec 2007)
'How do you wake up?'
Ravi Kiran, CEO-South Asia, Starcom MediaVest Group, recounts seven of his favorites wake up calls, in random order. (31 Dec 2007)
2007: Radio powers ahead
'In most cases, the stories are of incrementalism' - Radio Mirchi CEO Prashant Panday.(3 Jan 2008)
Radio industry in 2007 - an overview
For Big FM COO Tarun Katial, 2007 was the year of expansion for the radio industry.(3 Jan 2008)
Community Radio - waiting to take off
'CRS can be a very interesting option in terms of FM broadcasting' - Mumbai University FM community radio head Pankaj Athawale. (3 Jan 2008)
Divine predictions 2008
Tarot card reader Dr Soniyaa P Bhaagiyaa offers predictions for 2008 for different stars and channels. (29 Dec 2007)
Television Advertising from January-November 2007
Listing Top 10 categories of advertisers on TV, print and radio & their ad spend growth in '07 Vs '06. (2 Jan 2008)
Mobile was ringing for Radio Advertising in 2007 (2 Jan 2008)
Education was big on Print advertising in 2007 (2 Jan 2008)
Government

Trai recommends 74% FDI cap on mobile TV
Trai recommends 74% FDI cap on mobile TV providers; also such firms can't hold more than 20% of a broadcasting company. (3 Jan 2008)

Broadcasters file a la carte rates with Trai
Broadcasters declare to Trai a la carte rates of their channels, but don't keep MSOs informed; Sony TV costs Rs 20 and Zee TV Rs 18. (2 Jan 2008)

  Other Top Headlines

Anil's Reliance Mutual Fund holds 9% in Hinduja Ventures
Anil Ambani's Reliance Mutual Fund holds 9.17% in Hinduja Ventures; buys from market in Co. which has interest in cable TV. (29 Dec 2007)

Roys buy back 7.7% NDTV stake from GA Global Investments for Rs 1.9 billion
Prannoy & Radhika Roy buy back 7.73% NDTV stake from GA Global Investments for Rs 1.9 bn; 7.67% in shares pledged with Indiabulls. (31 Dec 2007)

DQ Entertainment eyes $95 million over 3 years
DQ Entertainment expects to complete 40 projects worth $94.6 million for various international production houses over 3 years. (28 Dec 2007)

IPL global tender receives overwhelming response: Modi
Response from all international broadcasters has been very inspiring: Lalit Modi, chairman and commissioner, IPL. (28 Dec 2007)

All About Cinema

Shemaroo releases home videos of two Hollywood flicks
Shemaroo Entertainment releases Crime & Punishment & The Effects of Magic on home video; DVD is priced at Rs 199 & VCD at Rs 49. (28 Dec 2007)

Percept to invest Rs 350 million in Hanuman 3
Percept Picture Company to pump in Rs 300-350 mn for Hanuman 3; the sequel of the untitled 3D film is set for release in 2010. (29 Dec 2007)

Welcome grosses Rs 572 million in opening week
Welcome grosses Rs 500 mn in opening week in India; UK accounts for Rs 42.8 mn while Rs 29 mn has come from North America. (29 Dec 2007)

 AdEx Analysis
Executive Dossier

Snapshot on Advertising by consumer durables on TV in 2007
TV advertising of consumer durables grow by six per cent during 2007 compared to 2006 - AdEx India Analysis.

'Working on an umbrella brand strategy is a good way to build a presence in the entertainment space'
Interview with Reliance Entertainment President Rajesh Sawhney

Box Populi

Trauma, tantrum & the taming of the shrew
Star Plus should have known better while signing on Rakhi Sawant; she invariably comes with some unpredictable behaviour.

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