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Nimbus protests BCCI award to TWI; cites lower production terms offer
MUMBAI: Left out in the cold by the Indian cricket board in the award of the television production contract for the upcoming India-Pakistan series, Nimbus Sports has shot off a letter asserting its own claim. Reason given: Its offer of $ 1.29 million was the lowest offer received by the Board of Cricket Control in India (BCCI).
The letter “reconfirms” Nimbus’ “state of preparedness to deliver a world class production” if awarded the contract.
Queried by indiantelevision.com as to his next possible course of action if the board ignored his claims to being awarded the contract, Nimbus chairman Harish Thawani had this to say: “We are actively considering all legal options. We have turned the matter over to our lawyers and we will take a final call on it tomorrow morning.”
To recap, the BCCI this morning awarded Trans World International, the production arm of sports management major IMG (International Management Group), the contract to produce the upcoming India-Pakistan cricket series. The fee TWI is being paid for its services: $1.5 million.
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Asianet Television Awards 2026 celebrates women power in Malayalam TV
“She is the Colour” theme honours icons as ceremony airs on March 14 and 15 at 7 PM.
MUMBAI: If television lights up living rooms, this year Asianet decided to let women provide the colour. The Asianet Television Awards 2026 turned the spotlight firmly on women empowerment with the theme “She is the Colour”, celebrating the strength, resilience and achievements of women who continue to shape society and the Malayalam entertainment industry.
The ceremony honoured several distinguished personalities whose journeys have left a lasting cultural imprint. Among them was legendary playback singer Vimala Varma, widely recognised as the first Malayalam playback singer. The evening also paid tribute to Padma Shri awardees Devaki Amma and Vimala Menon for their exceptional contributions in their respective fields.
Leading women from the Malayalam film industry were also recognised during the event, including actor Shweta Menon, who currently serves as president of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists, and National Award winning actor Surabhi Lakshmi.
The awards ceremony brought together a glittering lineup of actors and industry figures, including Jayasurya, Vijay Babu, Asha Sarath, Lena, Esther Anil, Anumol, Akhila Bhargavan, Sarayu Mohan, Prajod Kalabhavan, Gayathri Suresh, Sabumon Abdusamad, Swasika, Tini Tom, Sijoy Varghese, Kailash, Veena Nandakumar, Sabareesh Varma, Ansiba Hassan and Dinesh Prabhakar. Kishan Kumar, executive vice president Malayalam at JioStar, was also present at the event.
Beyond individual recognitions, the awards celebrated excellence across Malayalam television, acknowledging artists and technicians whose work continues to drive the industry forward.
The evening also offered plenty of spectacle, with elaborate dance performances, stunt acts and comedy skits performed by popular television and film personalities, turning the ceremony into a full fledged entertainment showcase.
Viewers will get to watch the celebrations when the Asianet Television Awards 2026 air on Asianet on March 14 and 15, Saturday and Sunday, from 7 pm onwards, bringing the star studded tribute to homes across Kerala and beyond.
