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Radiowalla to launch eight more channels

by Sound Box Team (May 16, 2013)

Considering the response that they have received to their content, internet audio service providers Radiowalla is in the process of launching about eight new channels this month to boost the offerings. These include seven regional channels and a kids channel. … READ MORE >>

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Union Cabinet approves FM Phase III auction

by Sound Box (May 2, 2013)

The long pending auction of Phase III is finally shaping up with the Union Cabinet approving the recommendations of the Empowered Group of Ministers (EGoM) at a meeting held on March 3, 2013. The meet addressed the amendments in the … READ MORE >>

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Radio One operating profit grows from 0.25 cr to 18.41 cr

by Sound Box Team (April 25, 2013)

Revenues of Radio One grew by 16 per cent to Rs 50.41 crore for the year ended March 31, 2013 as compared to Rs 43.48 crore in the corresponding period last year. Radio One Ltd, now renamed Next Radio Ltd, the … READ MORE >>

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AIR now on YouTube and Android platforms

by Sound Box Team (March 20, 2013)

Adapting to the changing times, the 83-year-old radio station All Indian Radio (AIR) got tech savvy with the launch of its new media platforms. The radio station will now be available on AIR’s YouTube channel along with live streaming for … READ MORE >>

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AROI joins FM radio players against IPRS

by Sound Box Team (March 18, 2013)

The dispute between radio players and royalty collection societies is getting murkier. Association of Radio Operators in India (AROI) has intervened in the case filed by radio players against Indian Performing Rights Society (IPRS). Earlier in the Music Broadcast Pvt. … READ MORE >>

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India embraces Irish music with Tommy Moore Band

by Sound Box Team (March 16, 2013)

In the spirit of St Patrik’s Day, Tommy Moore Band has been touring India for the past one week. Culminating their tour on March 18 2013, the band has performed in Mumbai, Bangalore and Delhi. The band comprising of … READ MORE >>

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Radio ad share to grow by 10 per cent in near future: FICCI Frames 2013

by Swagata Panjari (March 14, 2013)

In the wake of competition to be raised after the phase III radio privatization policy, the radio sector is sketching a plan to enhance its reach and profitability. Although policy plans to open up newer opportunities in local and regional … READ MORE >>

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Radio sector to reach around Rs 27.4 billion by 2017

by Sound Box (March 11, 2013)

Post the rollout of FM Phase III licensing policy, the radio sector save money on auto repair is expected to grow at a CAGR of 16.6 percent, reaching around Rs 27.4 billion by 2017. The sector grew by 10.4 per … READ MORE >>

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2013 Union Budget extends support to FM radio

by Swagata Panjari (February 28, 2013)

As Finance Minister P Chidambaran tabled the 2013 Union Budget today , it seemed that the Government has taken concrete steps on the phase III policy. Rated as an average budget by experts, the budget grants private FM channels a … READ MORE >>

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I&B to waiver Community Radio spectrum royalties

by Sound Box (February 11, 2013)

After almost a year, Information and Broadcasting Ministry has finally accepted that the hike in Community Radio spectrum royalties was not a smart move. According to the order passed in April 2012, Community Radio stations across the country had to … READ MORE >>

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The fifth edition of Mirchi Music awards announced

by Sound Box (January 23, 2013)

Last year was for electrifying music, from rustic music of Gangs of Wasseypur to Pani Da Rang by Ayushmaan Khurrana. As we enter into another year of hits, Radio Mirchi 98.3 FM in association with Royal Stag will host its fifth edition of the Royal Stag Mirchi … READ MORE >>

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AIR changes its programming across India

by Divya Naik (January 10, 2013)

Following an exclusive interview with Sound Box in August, where the director general of All India Radio (AIR) L D Mandloi had spoken about changes in FM Rainbow and FM Gold, time slots of the station have been altered to … READ MORE >>

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Radio Mirchi, Red FM and Radio City go off-air in Delhi

by Sound Box (January 7, 2013)

The fire that broke out on Saturday in Pitampura TV Tower in the capital has adversely disrupted the transmission of All India Radio and other private FM channels. The services of players like Radio Mirchi, Radio City, Red FM, Gyan … READ MORE >>

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Big FM and Star annouce 'Big Star Entertainment Awards'

by Sound Box (November 28, 2012)

Reliance Broadcast Network Ltd in association with Star India Pvt. Ltd has announced the 3rd Big Star Entertainment Awards. The award stands established, as a unique platform that gives audiences the opportunity to nominate and vote for their very own … READ MORE >>

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Red FM officially changes to Hindi programming in Bengaluru

by Sound Box (November 28, 2012)

Sound Box had previously reported about the switch in Red FM Benagluru's programming (read the report here) Now 93.5 Red FM is all geared to announce Red FM Bengluru as a Superhits 24 x 7 Hindi Radio Station. This will … READ MORE >>

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93.5 Red FM launches an advertiser driven Diwali campaign

by Sound Box (November 12, 2012)

Red FM, India’s Largest Radio Network, is celebrating Diwali in an innovative manner in Delhi and Mumbai. The station is giving a chance to its listeners to be ‘malamaal’, with a simple contest idea. Red FM Pe Ad Gino Paisa … READ MORE >>

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Big FM to host a game show for Diwali

by Sound Box (October 30, 2012)

92.7 Big FM, this Diwali will be hosting Big Family Jackpot, a family game show on radio. Starting November, 92.7 Big FM’s listeners in 44 cities will get to be a part of Big Family Jackpot. Big Family Jackpot allows … READ MORE >>

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Airtel brings back Worldspace Radio, on TV