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Govt. of India issues advisory to ICEA & MAIT to ensure inclusion of FM radio receivers in all smartphones
Mumbai: In an advisory issued by the Government of India, the Indian Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA) and the Manufacturers’ Association for Information Technology (MAIT), have been urged to ensure the inclusion of FM radio receivers in all smartphones.
The advisory was issued by the IT Ministry, which stated that the move would enable easy access to FM radio services during emergencies and disasters, in addition to providing radio services to the poor.
The advisory urged mobile phone manufacturers to keep the inbuilt FM radio receiver function enabled and activated on all smartphones that are equipped with it. Additionally, if a smartphone does not have an FM radio receiver function, manufacturers are advised to include it.
The IT ministry has noted a ‘drastic fall’ in mobile phones with FM tuners over the last few years, which has negatively impacted the government’s ability to disseminate real-time information during emergencies and disasters.
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has also advocated the inclusion of radio in smartphones, citing the effectiveness of radio broadcasting in delivering early warnings and alerting the public during emergencies and disasters. The IT Ministry believes that FM-enabled smartphones can save precious lives and livelihoods, and prepare users to deal better with disasters by providing speedy, timely, and reliable communication.
The move is expected to benefit millions of people in India who rely on FM radio services for entertainment, news, and information, especially during times of crisis. It will also enable the government to reach out to people in remote areas during emergencies and disasters, where other forms of communication may not be accessible. The government has encouraged mobile phone manufacturers to comply with the advisory at the earliest to ensure the safety and security of the citizens of India.
The FICCI Frames EY report on Media & Entertainment for 2022 which was released in Mumbai at FICCI Frames 23 on 3 May, stated that radio segment revenues grew 29 per cent in 2022 to Rs 21 billion, but were still just 66 per cent of 2019 revenues. Ad volumes increased by 25 per cent in 2022 as compared to the previous year, though ad rates remained 20 per cent below their 2019 levels. Many radio companies are looking at alternate revenue streams to grow faster.
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Swiggy sees record orders during India vs New Zealand T20 final
Chicken biryani tops match-day menu as fans order 7,500 times per minute at peak.
MUMBAI: India’s T20 final didn’t just break stumps, it broke Swiggy’s delivery records, proving cricket fans celebrate victories with plates, not just flags. Swiggy, India’s leading on-demand convenience platform, reported a sharp spike in food orders during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final between India and New Zealand. On 8 March 2026, overall orders rose 23.2 per cent year-on-year compared with the same date in 2025, driven by fans turning living rooms into mini stadiums complete with match-day feasts.
Key highlights from the evening:
- Orders during peak match hours (7–10 pm) were 2.1 times higher than pre-match levels.
- The highest order rate hit 7,500 orders per minute at 19:45.
- Chicken biryani reigned supreme as the most-ordered dish, followed by masala dosa, chicken fried rice, garlic breadsticks and paneer butter masala.
While metros such as Bengaluru, Mumbai and Hyderabad led volumes, the cricketing fever spread nationwide. Among emerging cities, Thiruvananthapuram, Surat and Rajkot recorded the strongest order growth. Smaller markets including Shillong, Agartala and Port Blair also showed significant appetite, underlining the expanding footprint of quick-commerce food delivery across India.
The surge reflects a growing trend of pairing major sporting events with doorstep delivery, turning big matches into shared, convenient celebrations. In a night where every boundary mattered, Swiggy proved the real MVP might just be the delivery partner who kept the snacks and the vibes flowing without missing a single wicket.
