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DishTV jumps on the built-in OTT services bandwagon alongside Jio, Airtel
Dish TV has launched 'Dish TV Smart+', offering customers access to both TV and Over-the-Top (OTT) content. The service allows customers to access OTT apps alongside their TV subscription pack, offering a flexible 'on any screen, anywhere, and anytime' option. Dish TV is also collaborating with top TV and Mobile Original Equipment Manufacturers to integrate their services into devices, enriching the user experience.
JioCinema live-streams IPL 2024 with ads, teasing an ad-free tier. A new plan launch on April 25th. Merger between Reliance Industries and Walt Disney to create a TV and streaming platform in India.
TV distributors bet on bundling to arrest churn
TV distribution companies are bundling services to prevent churn, with players like Airtel and Jio offering diverse packages. This strategy aims to retain subscribers amid industry churn, improve customer stickiness, and reduce acquisition costs. For years, Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio have been offering bundled data and content services to their customers. In the realm of standalone providers, DTH company Tata Play has been bundling linear TV and OTT services, allowing subscribers to access both through a unified billing system.
NCLT admits Indiabulls Housing Finance insolvency plea against Subhash Chandra
The bankruptcy court has admitted Indiabulls Housing Finance Ltd's (IHFL) application to initiate insolvency resolution proceedings against Essel Group chairman Subhash Chandra for default by a company called Vivek Infracon. Chandra was a personal guarantor against the loans availed by the company.
NCLT orders insolvency proceedings against Subhash Chandra on Indiabulls Housing Finance plea
Indiabulls Housing Finance Ltd (IHFL) had moved NCLT after Vivek Infracon had in 2022 defaulted a payment of around Rs 170 crore. Vivek Infracon is a part of Essel Group promoted by Chandra.