News Broadcasting
Tcom announces IPTV strategy for China
MUMBAI: Telecom Communications (Tcom) has announced that its subsidiary, 3G Dynasty (3G) will provide China Netcom customers with exclusive, entertainment programming,
created and distributed by Live Online.
As part of the partnership, Live Online will become the music and live entertainment programming partner of 3G, and 3G will serve as Live Online’s exclusive first-window television channel partner.
The entertainment channel will become an integral part of Tcom’s internet-Protocol-Television (IPTV) China strategy as 3G’s internet content provides businesses, including movie productions and formats by combining users of the internet, mobile phones and TVs with theaters through pay-per-view, video-on-demand, and subscription network service packages in China.
The company adds that as Sony, NTT and BB Cable have demonstrated in the US and Japan the market for IPTV services, is forecasted to be worth billions. Tcom is positioning itself to take full advantage of this large and rapidly growing market in China. Tcom’s IPTV strategy is to develop a unique content that meets the user’s demand.
Live Online VP Frank Jiang says, “3G’s model and value proposition reflects Live Online’s commitment to providing consumers with the content they want, how they want it, and where they want it. With this partnership, the music industry now has another valuable marketing touch point to reach and connect artists with fans, while in turn, providing another key access point for consumers to get high quality content”.
News Broadcasting
News18 hosts Tamil Nadu town hall ahead of 2026 polls
MK Stalin headlines ‘Next Big Leap’ event from 10am on 23 February in Chennai with leaders and icons.
MUMBAI: Tamil Nadu’s political pot is simmering and News18’s town hall is stirring it up just in time for the 2026 assembly elections boilover. Set for 23 February from 10am onwards in Chennai, the News18 Network Town Hall gathers heavyweights under the banner ‘The Next Big Leap for Tamil Nadu’ to dissect the state’s political pulse, economic edge, and cultural clout. With the 234-seat assembly contest looming as a fiercely competitive showdown, the event spotlights how Tamil Nadu’s identity-driven politics and engaged voters continue to ripple across national debates.
Chief minister MK Stalin leads the charge with a keynote on the theme, sketching his government’s blueprint for governance, development, and staying power pre-polls. Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin chimes in on ‘Voices, Vision & Way Forward’, unpacking generational shifts and fresh narratives. From the opposition corner, AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami tackles ‘Baton Change at the Ballot?’, floating alternatives to the status quo.
Economic vibes get a nudge from industries minister TRB Rajaa on ‘Investment Story Intact?’, probing the state’s draw for big bucks. BJP’s K Annamalai dives into ‘People, Trust & Political Ideology’, positioning his party in the Dravidian-dominated turf. IT Minister Palanivel ThiagaRajan explores ‘Code, Capacity & Citizenship’, on tech’s role in citizen-focused services. TVK’s KG Arunraj questions if ‘Winds of Change are Possible’ in this pattern-prone state.
A panel on innovation features IIT Madras director Prof V Kamakoti, M&M’s Velusamy R, and Electronic Industries Association’s Dr Sasikumar Gendham, musing how AI and knowledge hubs are remaking opportunities. Culture gets its due with composer Anirudh Ravichander on ‘Tamil Music for the World’.
CNN-News18, editorial affairs director Rahul Shivshankar noted, “The News18 Network Tamil Nadu Town Hall… reflects our core editorial focus, to capture the political mood of the state and spotlight the ideas that will shape the next phase of governance and growth.”
Network18, CEO of English & business news Smriti Mehra added, “As Tamil Nadu moves closer to a defining electoral moment… we see it as our responsibility to drive informed and meaningful conversations.”
Network18 managing editor for South, Vivek Narayan said, “The News18 Network Townhall in Tamil Nadu is designed as a platform where policy, politics and public interest intersect.”
Backed by associate partners Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles and Reliance Industries, the live event streams on CNN-News18, News18 Tamil, CTV, and Youtube from 10am on 23 February perfect for catching the sparks, even if you’re not knee-deep in Dravidian drama.
