India

Focus on PSM | India

As a new manpower audit seeks to transform public broadcasting in India, we take a closer look at some of the recent challenges facing India's public broadcasters and media landscape.

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Focus on PSM | Prasar Bharati

A short-winded clash between Prasar Bharati and the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting could have long lasting repercussions for public media and media freedom in India.

Why don't we shut down the public service broadcaster?

Jawhar Sirdar, CEO, Prasar Bharati contextualises the reasons why India has and needs an effective public service broadcaster.

India radio: immunisation, digital SW and the new government

A roundup of recent news on radio in India: Unicef working with radio, AIR’s commitment to DRM and some fairly broad statements from the minister...

Indian public broadcaster needs more autonomy

An expert committee scrutinising Prasar Bharati, India’s state-funded broadcaster has handed in its recommendations after a year-long assessment

India’s public broadcaster plans mobile apps, possible digital wing

The panel reviewing Prasar Bharati’s structure recommends more engagement with digital tech social media