Ministry of Information and Broadcasting

The new government regulations mandate that most television networks run 30 minutes of "public service" programming on National Interest topics

For the past few days, the centre found that private TV channels are making false claims and very often providing misleading facts while reporting on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.

The Information and Broadcasting (I&B) Ministry on Tuesday blocked 22 YouTube channels for spreading misinformation related to India’s national security, foreign relations and public order.

In a major relief to the cinema industry, the Central Govt has lifted the 50% seating capacity in cinema halls with effect from February 1.

Centre issues order for bringing online news portals, films and audio-visual programmes, news and current affairs content under I&B Ministry.