JioStar seeks immediate restoration of BARC ratings, regulatory roadmap for linear TV

JioStar’s Kevin Vaz Urges Indian Government to Restore BARC TV Audience Ratings as Media Sector Hits $28.9 Billion

JioStar's Kevin Vaz urges immediate return of BARC ratings at the FICCI-Frames conference as Indian media sector grows 9% to $28.9 billion.

Regulations must keep pace with the entertainment industry’s evolution: Punit Goenka

Speaking at a CEO panel on reinventing media, Goenka rallied questions on how the industry should make sense of the ratings band that remains blank as the country heads towards Diwali festivities.

JioStar seeks immediate restoration of BARC ratings, regulatory roadmap for linear TV

JioStar CEO Kevin Vaz emphasized the urgent need for the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting to restore BARC audience ratings. This absence of credible audience data is creating uncertainty for broadcasters and advertisers during the festive season. Vaz noted that reliable audience measurement is crucial for brands to effectively plan campaigns. He also expressed the need for regulatory reforms to support the evolution of linear broadcastin…

India's TV industry urges I&B Ministry to restore BARC ratings immediately, Kevin Vaz says

Kevin Vaz emphasized the importance of restoring BARC audience ratings to ensure stability in the broadcasting sector. He noted the vital role of reliable measurement during the festive season for campaign planning. Vaz highlighted the growth of India's media and entertainment industry, particularly in the digital segment and live events. He pointed out emerging opportunities in content commerce and new formats like micro-dramas.

JioStar Executive Asks India To Restore TV Ratings Before Festive Season

JioStar's Kevin Vaz asked India's government to bring back suspended BARC TV ratings, saying the gap is hurting festive-season ad planning.

Puneet Goenka, Gaurav Banerjee, Rahul Kanwal share views on TV ratings

Puneet Goenka, Gaurav Banerjee and Rahul Kanwal shared their views on the current TV ratings system and the need for regulations to keep pace with the changing media landscape at FICCI Frames 2026. Puneet Goenka said regulations need to evolve along with the industry. He noted that issues related to ratings, pricing and other aspects […]