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Unleash the true power & beauty of Plasma – presenting the world’s first HD1080 42-inch Plasma
BANGALORE: Hitachi yet again marks its presence in High Definition with the latest pair of HD 1080 42-inch Plasma TVs. Made in Japan under the most stringent controls, these plasmas herald another achievement as superior technology takes the helm in providing the ultimate cinematic experience.
A mesmerizing experience begins way before you even switch them on. Sleek lines and luxurious finishing hug every inch of these stunners. Smooth surfacing is perfectly combined with subtly textured speaker grilles, all thanks to a minimalist approach in design that lends an understated persona, perfect for the discerning.
Like their predecessor, these units boast the world’s highest resolution of 1,024 x 1,080 pixels 42V Plasma TVs . HD panels within eliminates distortion from panel limits and transmits a clear and crisp image, giving you an absolute 16:9 wide-screen experience.
* applicable to 42PD9800TA only.
Product Brief Information:
Model Numbers of HD 1080 42-inch Plasma: 42PD9800TA and 42PD9500TA
Availability: All authorized dealers
Website: www.hitachiconsumer.com.sg
MRP of 42PD9800TA: Rs.170,000
MRP of 42PD9500TA: Rs.135,000
For even better results, the Picture Master HD II Image Processing Unit digitally processes each image for maximum sharpness and colour reproduction. By predicting image motion, this ‘thinking’ innovation reproduces realistic motion with optimal effect, eliminating the jagged edges normally found on action sequences.
To complete the picture, a 3-Dimension Colour Management independently processes red, green and blue along with colour contrast for the most natural-looking skin tone and vibrancy. The Advanced Dynamic Contrast feature analyses and adjusts images to the most favourable contrast ratio, giving true distinction between peak and depth. And an increased range of red colour reproduction and enhanced green phosphor produces the highest colour range in the industry.
Now, with an enhanced contrast ratio of 10,000:1, you get intensified shades and highlights for even sharper images. This is coupled with the World’s Highest Luminance of peak brightness of 1,400cd/m2 .
And by including the Twin High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) for high definition playback, the end result leaves the viewer breathless.
The Hitachi HD 1080 plasma TVs present a true aural spectacle to complete the whole visual grandeur. The 3D surround sound is encased within the 36W and 6 micro-speakers. The digital amplifier incorporates subwoofer output terminals with SRS Wow for purity and sheer power. So, no matter where you place your Hitachi plasma, the acoustics can still be indulged from any direction.
At the push of a button, the cinematic appeal of the Hitachi HD 1080 plasma can be enjoyed from different angles as it rotates* at 30° from either the left or right side. Seamless integration with other digital imaging devices is also evident in their SD memory card slot * and USB connection port*. So you can watch your digital photos or videos directly on-screen, making them delightful complements to portable digital imaging devices. Now, with the 1,000 pages Teletext feature, the Hitachi Plasma puts you in touch with the world.
Harnessing original technology for dramatic results, the Hitachi HD 1080 plasmas embrace High Definition with uncompromising brilliance. Prepare to be engaged again. And it’s only with Hitachi.
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Network18 Q4 revenue grows 9.7 per cent, EBITDA at Rs 30 crore
PAT improves to Rs 306.6 crore, margins steady amid cost pressures.
MUMBAI: Not all news is breaking, some of it is quietly improving. Network18 Media & Investments Limited appears to be doing just that, tightening losses and stabilising margins even as costs continue to weigh on the business. For FY26, the company reported revenue from operations of Rs 1,955.1 crore, up from Rs 1,896.2 crore in FY25, signalling modest top-line growth in a challenging media environment. Total income stood at Rs 1,978.2 crore, compared to Rs 1,913 crore a year earlier.
Profit after tax came in at Rs 306.6 crore for the year, a sharp turnaround from Rs 3,225.4 crore in FY25, largely reflecting the absence of large exceptional items that had inflated the previous year’s numbers. On a more comparable basis, the company’s operating performance showed signs of gradual stabilisation.
However, the quarterly picture remained under pressure. For the March quarter, Network18 reported a loss of Rs 53.1 crore, narrower than the Rs 98.1 crore loss in the same period last year, but still indicative of ongoing cost challenges.
Expenses continued to track high. Total expenses for FY26 stood at Rs 2,235.7 crore, up from Rs 2,197.8 crore in FY25. Key cost heads included operational expenses of Rs 765.9 crore, employee benefits of Rs 475.9 crore, and marketing, distribution and promotional spends of Rs 427.1 crore, underlining the continued investment required to sustain reach and engagement.
At an operating level, margins remained under strain. Operating margin stood at 2.33 per cent for FY26, marginally higher than 1.77 per cent in FY25, while net profit margin remained negative at -13.02 per cent, though improved from -14.89 per cent.
On the balance sheet, total assets rose to Rs 8,957.6 crore as of 31 March 2026, from Rs 8,317.5 crore a year earlier. Equity strengthened to Rs 4,958.7 crore, while borrowings increased to Rs 3,112.8 crore, reflecting a higher reliance on debt to support operations.
Cash flows told a mixed story. While financing activities generated Rs 83.9 crore, operating cash flow remained negative at Rs -24 crore, highlighting ongoing pressure on core cash generation. Cash and cash equivalents, however, improved to Rs 33.9 crore from Rs 1.8 crore.
The numbers point to a company in transition growing revenues, trimming losses, but still grappling with structural cost pressures. In a sector where scale often comes at a price, Network18 seems to be inching towards balance, one quarter at a time.
