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My Music My Rights, ‘Creators Connect’ workshop
Mumbai: The Indian Performing Right Society Ltd (IPRS), the representative body of authors, composers, and publishers of music dedicated to safeguarding their rights has recently launched a pan India campaign ‘My Music My Rights’ in association with Dolby India, to raise awareness on IP rights in the music industry and educate music creators and independent artists on the critical aspects of the music business and publishing. IPRS is conducting its inaugural workshop in Chandigarh as part of the My Music My Rights campaign, marking a significant milestone in its mission to support and empower music creators nationwide. The upcoming cities include Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai and Pune.
A recent EY study, ‘The Music Creator Economy: The Rise of Music Publishing in India,’ reveals that India generates 20,000 original songs annually, contributing over Rs 12,000 crore in revenues. Despite this, financial challenges are common among creators. Among the 500 respondents surveyed, 87 per cent wished to make a living solely from music, but only 60 per cent achieved it. The majority felt the need to enhance their music production skills and improve monetization, while only 56 per cent had the necessary equipment. India ranks 14th in recorded music revenues but 23rd in publishing revenues due to legal uncertainties and low compliance, highlighting the urgent need for intervention.
The “My Music, My Rights” campaign aims to address this gap by raising awareness and supporting music creators nationwide. The study notes that 33 per cent of released music is regional, showcasing India’s diverse musical landscape. However, challenges like accessibility, copyright awareness, and publishing rights impede artists’ recognition and compensation. Through workshops, seminars, and other activities, both online and offline, the IPRS endeavours to empower creators to navigate industry intricacies effectively.
The event will witness engaging conversations with domain experts, networking opportunities with industry insiders and fellow creators, and priceless wisdom from leading artists and panelists featuring EYP Creations VP, content, distribution & management Anoop Singh Saini, Dolby Labs Sr director – India, Middle East & Africa Karan Grover, Youngveer Singh an Independent artist, known for the viral song Mahiye jinna sohna and lyricist, singer and label owner of Wakhra Swag Music Navi Ferozepurwala. The event will showcase insightful sessions covering “The Art of Songwriting,” where Navi Ferozepurwala will share his valuable tips and creative inputs. Attendees will get to know how to manage their rights and earn royalties to maximize their earnings in the session “Managing Rights and Royalties”. They will get to elevate their music production skills with advanced techniques, focusing on Dolby Atmos technology in the session “Mixing Songs in Atmos”, and engage in a panel discussion moderated by IPRS, featuring insights from an independent artist, distributor, publisher, and festival manager on “Navigating the Music Industry as an Independent Artist.”
Event Details
Event: My Music My Rights | Creators Connect
Date: 6 March 2024
Time: 3 pm IST
Venue: SD College, Sector 32-c, Chandigarh
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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.
