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ITF, Sportev in Davis Cup broadband deal
NEW YORK: The International Tennis Federation (ITF) and broadband and mobile sports provider Sportev have announced the launch of DavisCup.tv.
The comprehensive broadband offering covers action from the Davis Cup by BNP Paribas World Group. For the first time ever, tennis fans have the chance to view Davis Cup footage on the web. In India national broadcaster Doordarshan showcases Davis cup action.
An official release informs that registered users will be given exclusive access to match highlights from the first round, quarterfinals, semifinals and final of the 2003 competition. In addition, post match player interviews will be available, adding to the viewer experience. Users will also be able to access highlights footage from the final, which will be played at the Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne, Australia from 28-30 November 2003. The highlights will be available – as all footage will be in future 24 hours after the conclusion of play.
ITF executive director, commercial, Jan Menneken added, “We are delighted to partner with Sportev in this brand new initiative that will add another dimension to our online offering to tennis fans around the world. We believe this application to be a significant first step towards the development of our broadband video strategy.”
Sportev CEO Will Muirhead said, ‘The ITF is a prized client and Daviscup.tv represents Sportevs first foray into the world of tennis. The Davis Cup is a unique property that is popular not only at the national level but also has a widespread international following.”
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CNN-News18 to host Fury in the Gulf conclave on West Asia crisis
Three-hour summit to unpack geopolitical fallout and impact on India
MUMBAI: CNN-News18 is set to host a special three-hour broadcast, Fury in the Gulf – War Conclave, on April 7, aiming to decode the escalating West Asia crisis and its far-reaching implications for India.
Scheduled from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, the conclave comes at a time when tensions between Iran and the United States are reshaping global geopolitics and triggering economic uncertainty. With India’s deep energy ties, trade links and large diaspora in the Gulf, the developments carry significant domestic relevance.
Built around the theme ‘Conflict, Consequences, and The Future,’ the programme will feature six curated sessions combining one-on-one interviews and panel discussions. The focus is to cut through the clutter and offer viewers a clearer understanding of the fast-evolving situation.
Key sessions include ‘Diplomacy in Times of War’ featuring Shashi Tharoor, and ‘World After the Iran Conflict’ with voices such as Ram Madhav, Reuven Azar, representatives from the European Union and the Iranian Deputy Envoy. Another session titled ‘Another Dunkirk?’ will bring together K. J. S. Dhillon and Jitin Prasada among others.
CNN-News18 editorial affairs director Rahul Shivshankar said, “In times of war, clarity becomes the most powerful tool. Fury in the Gulf – War Conclave brings together credible voices to address the questions and confusion that arise amid an overwhelming influx of information.”
He added that the initiative is aimed at delivering “facts, perspective, and insight” at a time when misinformation can easily cloud public understanding.
Echoing the sentiment, CNN-News18 CEO– English and business news Smriti Mehra said the conflict marks a defining global moment, with consequences that extend well beyond the region. She noted that the conclave seeks to present the crisis with “depth, nuance and responsibility” so audiences can better grasp its real-world impact.
As geopolitical tensions continue to dominate headlines, the conclave positions itself as an attempt to bring order to the noise, offering viewers a structured, insight-led look at a complex and rapidly shifting global situation.
