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23-07-2025
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History Today: Why July 23 is celebrated as National Broadcasting Day
It was on July 23, 1927, that the Indian Broadcasting Company was established, marking the beginning of organised and licensed radio broadcasting in the country. Now, every year, this day is celebrated as National Broadcasting Day in India, with various activities organised to acknowledge the historical and cultural significance of broadcasting, particularly radio read more India has a long history of radio and one of the most important days in the history of radio broadcasting is July 23, 1927, when the Indian Broadcasting Company (IBC) was launched in India. If you are a history geek who loves to learn about important events from the past, Firstpost Explainers' ongoing series, History Today, will be your one-stop destination to explore key events. The first African American woman to be crowned Miss America, Vanessa Williams, resigned from her title on this day in 1984. This came after unauthorised nude photographs of her were published by Penthouse magazine. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Here is all that took place on this day across the world. Indian Broadcasting Company was officially established Did you know that the National Broadcasting Day is celebrated on July 23 every year? This is because it was on this day in 1927 that the Indian Broadcasting Company (IBC) was officially established in Bombay. The IBC was a private company, set up under a licence from the British colonial government. Its Bombay (now Mumbai) station began operations on July 23, while a second station in Calcutta (now Kolkata) followed soon after on August 26, 1927. The broadcasts included music, news, talks, and cultural programs aimed at engaging urban audiences who had access to radio sets which was a rare and expensive commodity back then. The IBS' launch led to a structured broadcast service aimed at informing and entertaining the public. Wikimedia Commons Though the initial response was positive, the IBC struggled financially. Low advertising revenue, limited reach, and operational costs made it difficult to sustain. In 1930, the company went into liquidation, and the government took over broadcasting operations. This transition led to the formation of the Indian State Broadcasting Service (ISBS) on April 1, 1930. Eventually, in 1936, the ISBS was renamed All India Radio (AIR), which remains India's national public radio broadcaster today. The IBC's launch was a pivotal moment in Indian media history. It marked the transition from experimental and club-based amateur transmissions, like those by the Radio Club of Bombay in 1923, to a structured broadcast service aimed at informing and entertaining the public. Miss America resigned over nude photos One of the first instances of a Miss America resigning was Vanessa Williams, who let go of her title after unauthorised nude photographs of her were published by Penthouse magazine. Williams was the first African American woman to be crowned Miss America. The photos, taken before she won the crown in September 1983, were shot by photographer Tom Chiapel during a private modelling session. Williams had been told the images were artistic and would never be published. However, when Penthouse acquired and prepared to publish them without her consent, the resulting controversy shocked the nation. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Under immense pressure from the Miss America Organisation, sponsors, and the public, Williams reluctantly stepped down just weeks before completing her reign. She was the first Miss America in history to resign. In a tearful press conference, she said, 'I never thought I would have to relinquish my title, but I can't give up who I am.' Vanessa Williams is being crowned as Miss America in 1984. File image/AP Her resignation was a devastating blow, not just to her personally, but also to many who saw her as a symbol of progress and a role model. Miss New Jersey, Suzette Charles, who was the first runner-up and also African American, assumed the Miss America crown for the remaining two months of the reign. Despite the highly public and humiliating scandal, Vanessa Williams remarkably rebuilt her career. She went on to achieve significant success as a Grammy-nominated singer and a critically acclaimed actress in television, film, and Broadway, proving her resilience and talent far beyond the beauty pageant stage. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD This Day, That Year On this day in 1997, Slobodan Milosevic became president of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. In 1970, Sultan Said ibn Taymur of Oman was overthrown by his son, Qaboos bin Said, in a palace coup. Ford Motor Company sold its first automobile, a Ford Model A, on this day in 1903. With inputs from agencies
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23-07-2025
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National Broadcasting Day 2025: India's Radio Journey, Policies And Milestones
Last Updated: National Broadcasting Day marks the legacy of Indian radio, from IBC to Akashvani, and the evolution of broadcasting policies shaping India's public communication landscape. National Broadcasting Day commemorates the evolution of the broadcasting landscape in India, highlighting the impact of broadcast services in the nation's development and outreach since the establishment of the Indian Broadcasting Company (IBC) on July 23, 1927. The IBC's birth marks the start of organised radio broadcasting in the country, which is now celebrated as the annual National Broadcasting Day. National Broadcasting Day 2025: History and Significance Four years after India's radio journey began in June 1923 with the first transmission of the Radio Club of Bombay, the Indian Broadcasting Company was launched on July 23, 1927. IBC began organised radio broadcasting in India, paving the way for the All India Radio's emergence in 1936. As India gained independence, the AIR expanded its wings across the country, adopting the name of 'Akashvani' in 1956. The AIR strongly reflects the evolution of India's state broadcasting services, operating across 591 stations and reaching 98% of India's population, while offering its broadcasts in 23 languages and 146 dialects. Source: PIB Broadcasting Policies In India Since its inception in the pre-independence days, the broadcasting policies in India have gone through a significant evolution, transforming from a strictly government-controlled functioning to a more liberalised and democratic framework. The policies have undergone necessary changes, based on India's growth in various aspects as a country. They also uphold the right to freedom of speech and expression in the Indian Constitution. The government's radio and television broadcasting has maintained a balance of public interest, national security and the demand for diversified content. Even today, as the landscape evolves fast through the digital age, India's broadcasting landscape and its policies are expected to keep up with it. Source: PIB About the Author Lifestyle Desk Our life needs a bit of style to get the perfect zing in the daily routine. News18 Lifestyle is one-stop destination for everything you need to know about the world of fashion, food, health, travel, More First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
