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BROADCASTASIA2001 and COMMUNICASIA2001 PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS:
5D Cyborg
Modular by design, 5D Cyborg systems is capable of handling the most complex of visual effects work. It can be scaled to perform different functions right from offering paint and rotoscoping, tracking to full 3D compositing.
The widest lens in the world by Canon
Canon to introduce the third generation ultra wide lens of the IF-XS series, ‘J11 ax4.5B’ which will allow for a smaller and more compact size.
Radio Rock
Factum Electronics AB is proud to present the Ensemble Multiplexer System for Digital Radio applications. The system supports upstream service providers as well as local insertion of data and audio services.
Plasma Magenta
It is a new multi-platform content authorising ans service management solution to originate broadcast information services. Plasma Magenta enables to author and aggregate content which is to be delievered to multiple output platform.
Nautel Q20-20 KW solid state FM transmitter
Nautel design makes it possible to address FM transmission power requirement of 22KW and even 44KW with a dual 22 KW system.
Omnibus Systems
Omnibus system is multi-channel, multi-delivery automation and control system designed to bridge the gap between video, audio, internet and data streaming applications.
Musicam USA’s Yoyager
It is newest POTS audio codec designed to send and receive up to 15 KHz audio on a single phone line with very low coding delay.
Dayang VRset
Dayang Virtual set provides a high performance, low cost solution for a digital broadcast studio.
COMMUNICASIA2001 PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
Hewlett-Packard company is introducing new initiatives, including a mobile e-services architecture for third generation (3G) network and service providers, an alliance with Siemens and an HP Jornada combining handheld and mobile phone functionality.
InnoMedia a leading supplier of Internet telephony appliances, ulitises packetised voice and video in a revolutionary way to offer colourful, information rich communications.
ITERU introduces Iteru Club Interactive – a suite of SMS, Web and WAP applications that leverages on the ubiquitous mobile phone and the web to enhance interactivity between customers in entertainment outlets.
Wireless Services Asia, Inc develops, maintains and hosts services for delivery over GSM Networks, utilising the messaging and datacommunications capabilities of these networks.
Tornado Development Asia Ltd, with unified messaging solutions, which is personal communications service, increased traffic and the ability to access audio/video messages via the Web, wireless internet and cellular phone.
The SpeedCast Multimedia network is uniquely designed to deliver streaming multimedia content to the Internet.
Japan Total Design Communication Co.,Lytd introduces world-wide a new bluetooth compliant hands-free wireless headset-i2me which eliminate the need for cable attachments.
HydraWEB’s new innovative product, HydraGPS is designed to fulfil the need for 100 per cent guaranteed content availability and consistent, predictable performance.
OptiView Integrated Network Analyzer from Fluck Networks offers a mobile solution that complements the fixed monitoring tools for today.
Controlware introduces new fibre optic systems OCF-1 which is fully protocal transparent and OFD-1 which is an optic fibre doubler.
The CMG Telecommunication’s Short Message service Certre (SMSC) is a central store-and forward facility that accepts, buffers, processes and distributes all short Messages in a mobile network.
The eBiz Market Server, developed by California Software offers you the integrated framework for e-marketplace and procurement solutions.
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CBFC speeds up film certification; average approval time cut to 22 days
Over 71,900 films cleared in five years as digital system shortens approval timelines
MUMBAI:Â The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has significantly reduced the time taken to certify films, with the average approval timeline now down to 22 working days for feature films and just three days for short films.
Operating under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the statutory body certifies films for public exhibition in line with the Cinematograph Act, 1952 and the Cinematograph (Certification) Rules, 2024. The rules prescribe a maximum certification period of 48 working days, though the adoption of the Online Certification System has sharply accelerated the process.
Over the past five years, from 2020-21 to 2024-25, the board certified a total of 71,963 films across formats. Of these, the majority fell under the U category with 41,817 titles, followed by UA with 28,268 films and A with 1,878 films. No films were certified under the S category during the period.
Film approvals have also steadily risen in recent years. The CBFC cleared 8,299 films in 2020-21, a figure that peaked at 18,070 in 2022-23 before settling at 15,444 films in 2024-25. During the same period, 11,064 films were certified with cuts or modifications.
Despite the high volume of certifications, outright refusals remain rare. Only three films were denied certification over the last five years, with one refusal recorded in 2022-23 and two in 2024-25.
The board may recommend cuts or modifications if a film violates statutory parameters relating to the sovereignty and integrity of India, security of the state, friendly relations with foreign states, public order, decency or morality, defamation, contempt of court or incitement to an offence.
Filmmakers can challenge CBFC decisions in court. Data shows that such disputes remain limited but have seen some fluctuation. Between 2021 and 2025, a total of 21 certification decisions were challenged before High Courts, with the number rising to 10 cases in 2025.
Responding to a question in the Rajya Sabha, minister of state for information and broadcasting L. Murugan shared the data. The question was raised by Mallikarjun Kharge.
With faster timelines and a largely digital workflow, the certification process appears to be moving at a far brisker pace, signalling a shift towards quicker clearances for India’s growing film output.
