FIFA: Money can't buy success in World Cup for gulf nations like Saudi Arabia and QatarGulf nations like Saudi Arabia and Qatar, despite significant investment in soccer and infrastructure, faced early exits from the World Cup...
29 Jun, 2026, 09.30 AM IST
Brands flock to India’s England tour as marquee bilateral cricket holds ad appealCricket's enduring appeal is driving significant advertiser interest for India's tour of England, despite a generally cautious market. Broa...
29 Jun, 2026, 08.41 AM IST
NEET fix as exams are getting messierFollowing the NEET paper leak, a re-test offered relief to millions. This highlights the immense scale of Indian examinations and the need ...
27 Jun, 2026, 11.16 PM IST
Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi: Who leads the net worth race in 2026? Inside the billion-dollar rivalryFootball titans Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have both entered the billionaire club, showcasing their immense global influence beyond...
25 Jun, 2026, 11.58 AM IST
Soccer: World Cup turnout defies concerns, as Americans flock for the spectacleDespite high ticket prices and travel restrictions, the World Cup is witnessing record attendance in the US, driven by a love for grand spe...
24 Jun, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
"Purely a sporting matter": FIFA President Infantino defends WC2026 hydration breaksFIFA President Gianni Infantino has defended the new three-minute hydration breaks at the World Cup 2026, emphasizing their purely sporting...
24 Jun, 2026, 05.40 PM IST
India emerges as a hybrid video entertainment economy, driven by shifting audience preferencesIndia's entertainment landscape is transforming into a hybrid model, with audiences now dictating content, business strategies, and viewing...
23 Jun, 2026, 12.47 PM IST
West Asia conflict may pressure hospitality occupancy, warns ICRA; FY27 estimate at 72-74%Hospitality sector occupancy is projected at 66-68% for early FY27, rising to 72-74% for the full year, according to ICRA. However, prolong...
22 Jun, 2026, 09.34 AM IST
Reliance's media biz clocks Rs 34,917 cr revenue in FY26; JioHotstar cross 1 billion downloadsReliance's media arm achieved a significant Rs 34,917 crore revenue in FY26, with JioHotstar becoming India's top digital streamer and the ...
19 Jun, 2026, 07.19 PM IST
JioStar rolls out JAMS, betting on GenAI to reshape premium content productionJioStar, Reliance's media arm, has launched JioStar GenAI Media Studio. This platform uses artificial intelligence to create premium conten...
19 Jun, 2026, 03.08 PM IST
Zee Entertainment earmarks 15% of football subscription revenues for talent developmentZEE Entertainment Enterprises will invest 15% of Zee5's football subscription revenue into developing football talent across India. This in...
18 Jun, 2026, 11.48 PM IST
Sports remains biggest audience aggregator in an era of infinite content: JioStar's Ishan ChatterjeeLive sports remains a powerful audience magnet, reaching over a billion viewers during the IPL. JioStar is using this scale to expand acros...
18 Jun, 2026, 12.02 PM IST
Will Zee Entertainment’s FIFA World Cup deal turn the needle for its 3.3 crore shareholders?Zee Entertainment Enterprises pulled off a surprise win by securing India's broadcast and digital rights for multiple FIFA events through 2...
18 Jun, 2026, 10.25 AM IST
Sarvam’s unicorn raise; Big exits in new IPOsHappy Tuesday! Sarvam has vaulted into the unicorn club after a fresh funding round. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
16 Jun, 2026, 07.56 AM IST
FIFA World Cup 2026: Visa woes, high ticket prices, empty seats but a smooth startFIFA World Cup: Despite concerns over heat, transportation, and high ticket prices, the World Cup's opening days saw enthusiastic fan engag...
15 Jun, 2026, 06.10 PM IST
World Cup kicks off after high ticket prices, visa issues dog buildupThe 2026 World Cup, the largest in history, has commenced in Mexico City with co-hosts Mexico facing South Africa. Projected to generate a ...
12 Jun, 2026, 11.02 AM IST
Why the 2026 World Cup could be football's biggest climate polluter yet, according to new researchThe upcoming FIFA Men's World Cup in the US, Canada, and Mexico faces criticism for its environmental impact. Researchers warn it could be ...
11 Jun, 2026, 05.21 PM IST