News broadcasters had challenged the 12 minute per hour ad cap rule stating that it violates the right to freedom of speech and expression.
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Raj TV Network pushes for minor price hike with fresh NTO 2.0 RIO. A-la-carte MRP sees price hike between Rs 0.03-Rs 0.4 across pay channels.
NDTV keeps a-la-carte MRP unchanged in fresh NTO 2.0 RIO apart from trimming of bouquet offerings.
Total active subscribers base increased after a slight drop in the last quarter.
TRAI said that broadcasters are exploiting the freedom to price a la carte channels and it’s an attempt to defeat the purpose of the NTO 2.0.
While adjourning court, the bench directed counsels of both parties to file written submissions before November 12, 2021.
DPOs wrote to TRAI regarding paid channels availability on DD Free Dish platform. They allege that this is a highly discriminatory practice and does not give a level playing field.
Siti Networks maintains lead at the top of the ladder in terms of Cable TV market share as of March 2021.