India’s Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has released the draft Telecommunication Rules, 2026, for public consultation. This marks significant progress toward creating a single regulatory framework for television, radio, and associated broadcasting services. The proposed rules have been published under the Telecommunications Act, 2023 and stakeholders
India’s smart television manufacturers and technology platforms have requested the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) to exclude television manufacturers from the proposed regulatory framework for internet-based television streaming services, arguing that they merely provide devices and do not control content distribution. The submissions have been
India’s television broadcasting industry is considering a fresh legal challenge in the Supreme Court after the Delhi High Court upheld the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India’s (TRAI) authority to limit television advertising to 12 minutes per clock hour. Industry executives said that the broadcasters are evaluating
India’s television audience measurement body, Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC India), has missed the 30-day deadline set by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B Ministry) to respond to the proposed Television Ratings Policy 2026. The delay has left broadcasters, advertisers, and media agencies awaiting clarity
The Government of India is moving up to introduce the Telecommunications and Broadcasting Services Rules, 2026. The aim is to streamline regulatory oversight of telecom networks & broadcasting platforms. The upcoming framework is expected to align operational, compliance and licensing norms under a unified structure, reflecting