Regulator tightens grip on cable and DTH operators to boost transparency
DPOs have to compulsory carry them or face punitive action
From now on, operators will have to register themselves on the Broadcast Seva portal
This follows the increase in broadcaster content prices in August, they say
These amendments shall come into force after 90 days.
This is a reflection of several factors reshaping the TV industry.
The industry needs a regulator because they cannot sort out their issues, he shares.
Stakeholders can submit their written comments by 24 August and counter comments by 31 August.
The association claims that TRAI’s inaction has cost the sector Rs 600 crore per year.
The total number of active DTH subscribers declined to 69.57 million.
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TRAI has overlooked the role played by LCOs as last mile owners, the MCOF says.
Broadcasters would like the new regulator to keep their interests in mind as well as he begins his
The HITS cable TV service provider has reported a healthy jump in revenues and profits.
Robust and essential information dissemination networks are of paramount importance
TRAI will continue its argument on Monday
Industry-wise information relating to licence fee is not centrally maintained.
There are 1630 registered MSOs in India as on 31 January 2020.
The Fitch Group subsidiary says TRAI amendments are customer friendly
In 2019, the ministry has granted registration to 150 MOs
TRAI released its recommendations on entry level net-worth of MSOs
The ministry has sought affidavits from both existing MSOs as well as fresh applicants.
Several other HCs have dismissed petitions
Discussions will be on broadband services through cable TV networks
The regulator, however, gave a breather till next March to stakeholders
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