India’s audio streaming apps pivot to 'hybrid' model to drive paid subscriptionsThe landscape of audio streaming in India is undergoing a transformation with a dynamic hybrid model gaining traction. Services are blendin...
03 Jun, 2026, 08.40 PM IST
Can a ₹1 crore NPS corpus generate more than ₹1 lakh per month? What the new RIS framework offersRetirees now have a new way to manage their National Pension System (NPS) corpus, offering flexibility and potential for growth. The Retire...
03 Jun, 2026, 01.37 PM IST
India's new drama is about the fight for your 1-minute attentionIndia streaming platforms microdramas: Platforms are rapidly adopting microdramas, short, vertically shot melodramas. These bite-sized show...
02 Jun, 2026, 01.30 PM IST
Amazon Music widens India play beyond Prime amid audio streaming shakeoutIn an exciting development, Amazon Music is set to unveil a new strategic initiative in India, offering a trio of subscription options: fre...
02 Jun, 2026, 09.45 AM IST
Zee to stream FIFA World Cup 2026 in IndiaZee Entertainment Enterprises has secured media rights for FIFA events in India until 2034. This includes the FIFA World Cup 2026 and 2030,...
01 Jun, 2026, 03.26 PM IST
New NPS withdrawal plan: Retirement Income Scheme offers an orderly exit, but no return guaranteeThe Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has introduced the Retirement Income Scheme (RIS) under NPS, allowing retiree...
01 Jun, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
India’s TV industry faces deeper pressure as viewers, advertisers move onlineIndia's television industry is facing significant challenges. Advertising demand is slowing, and fewer people are subscribing to pay-TV. Vi...
25 May, 2026, 07.00 PM IST
NCF, bouquet curbs hurting TV consumer experience: Esya Centre studyIndian households still prefer traditional TV for family viewing, news and sports, but there is rising frustration with complex billing and...
25 May, 2026, 10.58 AM IST
South Indian cinema dominates OTT race, accounts for 60% of hit film acquisitions in 2025South Indian cinema is increasingly dominating the streaming landscape, accounting for nearly 60% of theatrically successful films acquired...
25 May, 2026, 01.31 AM IST
Spotify aiming for a 'ChatGPT moment' in music and India is central to the planSpotify is embracing artificial intelligence to become a personalised audio platform. The company is developing AI playlists, conversationa...
22 May, 2026, 01.48 PM IST
Zee always open to unlocking value in music business, says CEO Punit GoenkaZee Entertainment Enterprises is exploring ways to boost its music business, Zee Music Company. Options include separating it into a new co...
21 May, 2026, 12.30 AM IST
Streaming platforms double down on South Indian hitsSouth Indian cinema is increasingly dominating the streaming landscape, accounting for nearly 60% of theatrically successful films acquired...
20 May, 2026, 08.37 PM IST
Rs 8,400 a year on OTT apps? It can become Rs 6.4 lakh in 20 years. CA warns about the quiet leaks in your wealthSmall monthly subscriptions for entertainment can quietly drain your finances. CA Nitin Kaushik highlights how Rs 8,400 spent annually on O...
19 May, 2026, 10.49 AM IST
Investors place trust in REITs and InvITs amid lacklustre IPOsREIT and InvIT issuances are attracting significant investor interest, outperforming traditional IPOs amid equity market volatility. These ...
12 May, 2026, 06.10 AM IST
Lionsgate Play doubles down on India with AI, originals, Rs 1,000 crore IP goalLionsgate Play is set to invest heavily in creating intellectual property worth Rs 1,000 crore. The company is shifting towards becoming a ...
10 May, 2026, 08.28 PM IST
Streaming firms eye one-stop shops to build scale and profitabilityAmazon's integration of MX Player with Prime Video signals a trend towards unified streaming platforms in India. This move aims to reduce c...
08 May, 2026, 12.33 AM IST
US market today: Warner Bros Discovery's streaming growth accelerates on global HBO Max pushWarner Bros. Discovery's streaming unit exceeded revenue expectations, driven by HBO Max's international expansion and subscriber growth. D...
07 May, 2026, 01.57 AM IST