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DB Corp announces 20 per cent hike in ad rates for My FM
Mumbai: DB Corp has announced a 20 per cent increase in ad rates on My FM across its key markets with effect from 15 February.
My FM has witnessed an increase in demand in its key markets which has resulted in an opportunity for the radio broadcaster to increase ad rates and reflect its strong positioning in these markets. “The key markets of My FM have been witnessing a strong uptick in growth, as economic activity is returning to normal after the second wave last year. In addition, businesses across sectors are looking to increase their return on investment and get the most out of their advertising budgets,” said the statement.
“We are seeing renewed vigour in advertising revenues, almost all categories are back on radio for their advertising needs especially in tier 2 and 3 markets where radio has always been very effective in hyper-local connect and have bounced back to pre-Covid levels,” said My FM CEO Rahul Namjoshi. “Over the last few months, we have witnessed significant demand in advertisements and consequently rising inventory pressure. Our priority has always been to deliver innovative content to our listeners and it is in our best interest to keep the listening experience and advertisers’ interest in perfect harmony. The price hike will help us to continue offering an enjoyable listening experience for our listeners and deliver stronger RoI for advertisers.”
DB Corp is one of India’s largest media companies and home to flagship newspapers such as Dainik Bhaskar, Divya Bhaskar, Divya Marathi and Saurashtra Samachar as well as its radio network My FM.
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Kamlesh Singh receives Haldi Ghati Award from MMCF
India Today Group editor honoured for three decades of journalism at Udaipur ceremony.
MUMBAI- Kamlesh Singh just turned a lifetime of sharp words into a shiny shield because when journalism wakes up a society, even the Maharana of Mewar wants to pin a medal on it.
The Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation (MMCF) conferred its prestigious Haldi Ghati Award on Kamlesh Singh, a senior editor at the India Today Group, during a ceremony in Udaipur on 15 March 2026. The national award, instituted in 1981-82, recognises “work of permanent value that initiates an awakening in society through the medium of journalism.”
Singh, who leads several editorial initiatives including Aaj Tak Radio, the Teen Taal community and The Lallantop, was presented the honour by Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar, Managing Trustee of MMCF. The citation highlighted his three decades of contributions to Indian media, innovations in digital journalism, mentoring young reporters, and his popular podcast persona “Tau” on Teen Taal, which fosters thoughtful public discourse.
The Haldi Ghati Award, named after the historic Battle of Haldighati symbolising valour and resilience, is one of four national awards given annually by MMCF. Past recipients include Tavleen Singh, Piyush Pandey and Raj Chengappa.
Other honourees this year included Padma Vibhushan Pt Hari Prasad Chaurasia, Vedamurti Devvrat Rekhe, Treeman of India Marimuthu Yoganathan, Vir Chakra Capt Rizwan Malik, and US-based researcher Molly Emma Aitken, who received the Colonel James Tod Award for contributions to understanding Mewar’s spirit and values.
In an era where headlines often shout louder than substance, the MMCF quietly reminded everyone that real journalism isn’t about noise, it’s about the quiet, persistent work that stirs society awake, one thoughtful story at a time.
