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New Indian Express
a day ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
AIR's FM channel replaces Tamil night show with Hindi, gets earful
TIRUCHY: A change in All India Radio (AIR)'s Tiruchy FM 102.1 programme replacing its Tamil night broadcast with Hindi content since April has drawn criticism from listeners and political leaders more recently Tiruchy MP Durai Vaiko alike who term it a back-door imposition of Hindi in a predominantly Tamil-speaking region. Since April 9, AIR Tiruchy has been broadcasting in Tamil from 5.50 am to 11 pm, and switching to Hindi from 11 pm to 5.50 am -- a decision taken under the aegis of Prasar Bharati, the central public broadcaster. A similar pattern was introduced in Chennai's FM Rainbow 101.4 from July 2024. The move has prompted criticism from political leaders, who urged the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting to immediately restore full-time Tamil programming.
Hans India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Breaking: Get Free Copyright-Cleared News Clips from Prasar Bharati & Others
After some issues over video rights between news group ANI and YouTubers, India's public media groups are now supporting creators. Prasar Bharati, Doordarshan, All India Radio, and PIB have made their news videos, sounds, and stories available for free or low cost. This content includes old clips, news reports, and short videos in over 15 Indian languages and 50 topics. Creators can use this material on YouTube, podcasts, and other platforms without worrying about copyright problems. Prasar Bharati's website, PBShabd, offers 24/7 free access to safe and authentic content. This helps creators make videos using true information, without paying fees or risking copyright strikes. This move comes after some creators, like Mohak Mangal, raised concerns about copyright strikes from ANI. Now, the government wants to help creators by providing free and reliable content they can trust.
News18
3 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Public Broadcasters Doordarshan, Akashvani Offer Free Content Access Amid ANI Vs YouTubers
Last Updated: Following the ANI copyright controversy, government-run agencies like Prasar Bharati, Akashvani, Doordarshan, and PIB have opened up their content archives to creators. Amid the Asian News International (ANI) vs YouTubers controversy, multiple government-run agencies have come forward, providing content creators free or affordable content access to their platforms. Earlier, the Press Trust of India (PTI) had announced an 'affordable access to PTI videos for YouTube content and for use in other social media platforms". In line with the same, other government-run agencies, including the Prasar Bharti, Akashvani, Doordarshan National, and even the Press Information Bureau (PIB) have announced accessible content for content creators and its use on all social media platforms, including YouTube. In an X post, Akashvani mentioned that content creators can get access to shorts, explainers, and documentaries in their language in 50 categories and 15 languages, all for free. चाहे हो एक्सप्लेनर, शॉर्ट्स या डॉक्यूमेंट्री- अपनी भाषा में पाएं सब कुछ।50 श्रेणियां, 15 भाषाएं- सब कुछ मुफ्त @PBSHABD पर। #CreatorsWithShabd — Akashvani आकाशवाणी (@AkashvaniAIR) May 29, 2025 In a similar post, Prasar Bharati mentioned it was offering 'Rare visuals, historic clips, and reliable data- all free for creators". The same was reposted by the PIB. The Doordarshan National quoted a post by Prasar Bharati and wrote, 'Creators can now set aside copyright concerns and access". It also mentioned that Prasar Bharati is a 'platform for free 24/7 easily accessible news clips, audio materials, written stories and visuals" and that it is 'fully copyright-free and authorised for use". The X post also mentioned that Prasar Bharati's content is from 'verified resources for media organisations and creators for every event across India". 'PBShabd offers a dependable, always-available source of clear, accessible content allowing creators and media organisations to easily share, create and develop content without restrictions or additional costs," it added. THE CONTROVERSY AROUND ANI COPYRIGHT VIDEOS A controversy against ANI flared up after prominent YouTubers, including Mohak Mangal, accused the platform of misusing YouTube's copyright strike system. They also alleged ANI was using the same to target independent creators and then allegedly demanding hefty sums in exchange for withdrawing those strikes. Later, Mangal, on his YouTube channel, uploaded a short video, accusing ANI of exploiting YouTube's copyright enforcement mechanism for issuing takedown notices against creators. In his video, he specifically alleged that ANI had issued two copyright strikes against his channel for using video clips lasting just 9 and 11 seconds, drawn from ANI footage related to the Kolkata rape case and 'Operation Sindoor'. Mangal's video quickly gained traction, prompting other creators to speak out. YouTuber Rajat Pawar alleged he had faced a similar situation and that ANI had issued two strikes on his videos and then offered to remove them if he either paid a penalty or signed up for an annual licensing package worth Rs 18 lakh. Pawar claimed he was warned that failure to cooperate could also result in his channel being taken down. As the matter reached the Delhi High Court, it on Thursday directed Mangal to remove objectionable portions from his video. In its defamation suit filed before the Delhi High Court, the wire agency stated that the video deliberately spread falsehoods with the intent to target and malign its public image. Watch India Pakistan Breaking News on CNN-News18. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from politics to crime and society. Stay informed with the latest India news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : Doordarshan prasar bharati press information bureau Location : New Delhi, India, India First Published: May 30, 2025, 10:55 IST News india Public Broadcasters Doordarshan, Akashvani Offer Free Content Access Amid ANI Vs YouTubers
Indian Express
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
The West has a frozen and false idea of India
As Indian delegations tell the world about Operation Sindoor, it is worth noting the concern many have expressed that while India was militarily successful, the 'narrative' battle was lost. India needs to have a global channel like the BBC, CNN, or Al Jazeera. In 2016, I was invited by Prasar Bharati to be on an expert advisory committee to start an independent global digital news platform. There were two brief meetings that summer, but nothing came of them. Almost 10 years have passed. India lives through one story, but the world sees something else altogether. The cornerstone of the global media's narrative on terrorism today is that it cannot be considered terrorism. It is instead a survival struggle of the oppressed. And the oppressor is a Hindu, from cow protectors to gurus and quiz-show hosts. Movies like Slumdog Millionaire (2008), Hotel Mumbai (2018) and Monkey Man (2024) have hammered home that message. Millions around the world have seen Hindu lynch mobs in their theatres and homes. The news headlines have echoed the pattern, crying 'Hindu nationalism' even after terror attacks by Islamist groups. The Pahalgam massacre, too, was obfuscated in the press. They called it a case of 'indiscriminate firing'. It wasn't. There are several ideas going around in response. One is that India should ignore the Western press and frustrate them. Their credibility is low anyway, some add. This has its merits, but also its risks. Even if readers are sceptical about the US media, they still tend to believe lies when it comes to some issues, like India. This is a case of the Gell-Mann amnesia effect. Another issue is the gap between popular and elite opinion. When delegations visit, they meet officials, but the real storytelling needs to happen with the public, in schools, colleges, and so on. Another key limitation is that India's version of its story is only 'world famous in India' or in weekend gatherings of the Indian diaspora. The mainstream mind of millions of Americans is being churned by billions of dollars of investment in media and higher education made by foreign governments and interests, shaping narratives inside the US in their favour. As The Free Press puts it, Qatar has 'bought' America. But the key factor here is not just money. Its officials also learned exactly how to 'push the buttons' and win the hearts and minds of even the most progressive college students. India's image, on the other hand, is still largely what it has been since the 1920s and the Anglo-American intelligence project known to us as Katherine Mayo's Mother India (1927). Its tropes have survived the Civil Rights movement, the hippy era, the Cold War, and the Y2K boom. No one has really sought to change it at a foundational level. Perhaps, the assumption is that it doesn't have consequences for us as individuals. But there is a cost to living in an ecology of false narratives. Some in the diaspora blindly accept the local media narratives about India. Others cope creatively, citing stories like how Obama kept a Hanuman figurine in his pocket. But for the most part, there is uneasiness about the reality of being held in a narrative hostage situation. A topic like racism or Hinduphobia often leaves heads hanging in Indian social gatherings. India simply has no narrative abroad, nothing that sticks in the American public like, 'This is what we stand for.' This absence is not just due to a leadership lag. It is also cultural. Historically, we don't have stories that drive us to impose them on others. We just produce enough at a micro-level to cope, while others try to do that to us. The West's narrative dominance must be seen not only in terms of technology but also in relation to its cultural roots in propagated religion. In Biblical movies like The Greatest Story Ever Told (1965), or the heartwarming 1970s comedy Oh God!, one finds attention to not just the duty, but also to the joys of spreading one's message, of communicating. And today, even if religion has declined among American youth, the zeal to believe in a cause is as strong as ever – be it for Palestine or LGBTQ rights or climate change. This passion doesn't just occur naturally. There are well-organised institutions built around expertise and experience that help students here channel their expressive power from a young age into lifelong careers in media, arts, journalism, activism, teaching, and so on. Whether it's a prophet of doom or a herald of hope, the tropes about the messenger are very much around here. In India, on the other hand, even the sage Narada has been caricatured and denigrated from a revered status to a TV show jester in just a few decades. The world's biggest battleground today is for attention. India has already been fixed as a target on this battlefield. Its symptoms are showing up more and more in the West. After the Pulwama attack, Trevor Noah laughed and sang 'Time for you to die!' in a clumsy effort to urge peace between India and Pakistan. This time around, Jimmy Dore sneered over a clip of Arnab Goswami talking about the pain we felt about Pahalgam and imitated his accent, something usually considered racist in America. Not just decency, but even facts fly out of the window these days on American TV. After the 2024 elections, Bill Maher smugly claimed that Narendra Modi had lost the elections. In an isolated, premodern world, none of this might have mattered. But today, we have to choose whether to be the Pied Piper or the mice. The writer is professor of Media Studies, University of San Francisco
Time of India
10-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
School Assembly news headlines for May 11, 2025: From sports to education, check 20+ national & international news
School Assembly news headlines for May 11, 2025: Stay informed and inspired with the latest School Assembly news headlines for May 11, 2025. This roundup brings you over 20 key national and international news updates. Whether it's the latest developments in academics, significant sports events, or important global affairs, these headlines are perfect for sharing during your school assembly to keep students engaged and aware of the world around them. Top National news headlines for school assembly May 11, 2025 India and UK Strengthen Ties with New £40 Billion Free Trade Agreement Boosting Market Access. Indian Army Foils Cross-Border Drone Attacks Amid Rising Tensions on Western Front. Maharashtra CM Inaugurates Mumbai Metro Line 3 Phase 2A, Promises Seamless One-Ticket Travel. Prasar Bharati Launches WAVES OTT Platform to Revolutionize Family Entertainment Nationwide. Gujarat Government Prepares Evacuation Plans in Border Areas Amid Security Concerns. International news highlights for school assembly (May 11, 2025) China Nears Completion of World's Tallest Dam, Promising Power for Millions. IMF Board to Review Pakistan's Financial Aid Request Amid Regional Economic Concerns. US-China Trade Talks Set to Resume with Potential Tariff Reductions on the Table. Pope Robert Francis Prevost Elected, Marking New Chapter for the Catholic Church. Trump Appoints Jeanine Pirro as Interim US Attorney for Washington DC in High-Profile Move. These headlines reflect the latest developments in national security, infrastructure, international. Sports news headlines for school assembly May 11, 2025 Gilas Pilipinas Aims to Defend Gold at Thailand SEAG with a New Lineup Meralco Breaks 3-Game Losing Streak in Thrilling PBA Victory Over NorthPort Dominica and Barbados Face Off in Exciting Soccer Friendly Today Sport Recife Battles Cruzeiro in Brazilian Serie A Showdown Rising Stars Tamayo and Balangauan Gear Up for JPGT Negros Tournament Education news headlines for school assembly (May 11, 2025) Minnesota Timberwolves Capitalize on Steph Curry's Absence to Level Playoff Series. Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur Eye Europa League Glory Amid Tough Seasons. Olympic Rugby Silver Medalist Josaia Raisuqe Remembered After Tragic Accident. Cristiano Ronaldo's Son Earns First Call-Up to Portugal U-15 National Team. State news headlines for school assembly (May 11, 2025) Malappuram District in Kerala declares containment zones after a Nipah virus case is confirmed. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel orders evacuation plans for border villages amid rising tensions with Pakistan. Bengaluru Airport asks passengers to arrive 3 hours in advance due to enhanced security. Top business and economic news headlines for May 11, 2025 IMF approves loan tranche to Pakistan amid India's strong dissent over bailout effectiveness. Sensex drops over 1%, Nifty closes near 24,000 amid escalating India-Pakistan tensions. Bank of England cuts main interest rate by 0.25% to 4.25% citing US tariff uncertainties. Emirates reports record annual profit of $5.2 billion, marking strong airline performance. Toyota posts record sales but remains cautious on profits due to rising costs and certification issues. Daily word and thought of the day for school assembly, May 11, 2025 Word of the Day: Laxity Thought of the Day: "Honour your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the Lord your God is giving you." For more informative articles on historical and upcoming events from around the world, please visit Indiatimes Events.
