Banijay, RedBird IMI in Talks for TV Production Merger
Banijay Group, owner of 'Big Brother,' is negotiating with RedBird IMI to merge with All3Media, aiming to create Europe's largest production group to compete with streaming giants.
Banijay Group, owner of 'Big Brother,' is negotiating with RedBird IMI to merge with All3Media, aiming to create Europe's largest production group to compete with streaming giants.
Billionaire Chamath Palihapitiya predicts a SpaceX-Tesla reverse merger, not an IPO. This move could consolidate Elon Musk's control as his wealth hits $600 billion. Read the full analysis.
Actor Karan Mehra, famous as Naitik from Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, reveals 2026 as his year for renewal. He is open to a TV comeback but wants strong storytelling. Read his full interview.
India's domestic production now meets 73% of its fertiliser demand, a significant rise from 57% in 2020-21, reducing import dependency and boosting food security. Discover the government's strategy for self-reliance.
Actress Manasi Joshi Roy discusses the demanding 12-hour workdays in television, her commute in Mumbai, and why she disagrees with the bias against TV content. Read her full interview.
Veteran actress Apra Mehta discusses Indian television's evolution, its massive global reach, and its responsibility to spread progressive messages, citing her current show 'Prathaon Ki Odhe Chunri: Beendani'.
Vedanta Ltd reports a 1% rise in aluminium, 4% in Zinc India, and 28% in Zinc International output for Q3 FY24. However, steel and oil & gas production see a decline. Get the full quarterly performance details here.
Devyani International and Sapphire Foods merge in a $933 million share-swap deal, consolidating KFC and Pizza Hut operations in India. The merger aims to unlock significant synergies and create a dominant QSR platform.
Maruti Suzuki India achieves its highest-ever annual production of 22.55 lakh units in FY25, marking a significant milestone for the auto giant. Discover the details and future outlook.
Adani Group finalises Ambuja-ACC-Orient merger to create a pan-India cement powerhouse. We analyse the winners, losers, and the road ahead in the battle with UltraTech Cement.
India's industrial production jumped 6.7% year-on-year in November 2025, the highest growth in 25 months, driven by manufacturing and a rebound in mining. Read the full analysis.
India's industrial production surged to a 25-month high of 6.7% in November 2024, driven by robust manufacturing and GST rate cuts. Read the full analysis.
India's television industry thrives, projected to reach $18.1B by 2029. Shared viewing, affordable packs, and regional content keep TV relevant alongside OTT. Discover the unique factors driving growth.
India's industrial production surged to a two-year high of 6.7% in November 2025, driven by robust manufacturing. Discover the details behind this significant economic rebound.
India's industrial production surged to a two-year high of 6.7% in November, driven by robust mining and manufacturing. Read the full analysis of the IIP data and its economic implications.
Go Digit General Insurance's board approves merger with its holding company, Go Digit Infoworks Services, marking the first such deal after insurance law amendments. The move aims to streamline structure and cut costs.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma reveals 90% of daily-use goods are imported. He urges women's SHGs to boost local production for self-reliance. Read the full story.
A veteran reflects on Kannada TV's journey from Doordarshan's creative classroom to today's ratings-driven, OTT-influenced landscape. Explore the shift in storytelling, control, and working culture. Read the full analysis.
Explore how Kannada television evolved from a shared family ritual to a powerful voice for the middle class, addressing social issues and shaping cultural memory. Discover its lasting impact.
Bollywood star Akshay Kumar will host the Indian adaptation of the iconic game show Wheel of Fortune, set to premiere on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV in 2026. Get ready for a cross-platform puzzle experience!
A proposal to merge 11 villages into Guntur Municipal Corporation sparks debate. While MLA & Commissioner back it for funds, corporators cite past failures. Read the full story.
Gujarat's fisheries sector, led by Saurashtra & Kutch, will take center stage at the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Summit in Rajkot in Jan 2026. Discover the state's ambitious blue economy targets.
Fr Richard D’Souza, a Jesuit priest from Goa, leads the Vatican Observatory, uncovering the violent history of galaxies. Discover his journey from Pune to a groundbreaking discovery about Andromeda.
As Netflix eyes an $83 billion acquisition of Warner Bros., we trace co-founder Reed Hastings' unique journey from selling vacuums to building a streaming empire. Discover the lessons for students and professionals.
Hollywood unions warn of massive job cuts and reduced cinema releases as Netflix proposes a $72 billion takeover of Warner Bros Discovery. Read the full story.
Netflix stuns Hollywood with a $72 billion deal to acquire Warner Bros' film & streaming assets, including Harry Potter and HBO. Analysts warn of price hikes and regulatory battles. Read more.
Guntur Municipal Corporation fast-tracks merger of 11 villages before Dec 31 census deadline. The move aims to resolve infrastructure and governance issues in the urbanising outskirts. Read the full story.
Netflix's $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Bros marks the end of the streaming vs Hollywood war. Discover how this deal creates a new entertainment giant and challenges Disney's dominance.
Netflix outbids Paramount and Comcast to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery's studios and franchises like Harry Potter and DC. The deal faces major regulatory scrutiny. Read more.
Hyderabad's Water Board drafts a massive sewerage master plan for 27 merged municipalities, needing over Rs 20,000 crore investment for new pipelines and STPs. Read more.