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Former Prasar Bharati CEO Shashi Shekhar Vempati will now lead CBFC

Shashi Shekhar Vempati, who until 2022 served as CEO of Prasar Bharati, has been appointed chairperson of the Central Board of Film Certification, succeeding Prasoon Joshi. Joshi has now taken over as chairman of Prasar Bharati.

Newslaundry · May 6

Modi govt names Prasoon Joshi as new chairman of Prasar Bharati

On Saturday, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting appointed lyricist and writer Prasoon Joshi as the Chairman of Prasar Bharati, India’s public service broadcaster. 

Newslaundry · May 2

Amid buzz over Navneet Sehgal’s PMO role, Cong points to Newslaundry report

Amid speculation that former Prasar Bharati chairman Navneet Sehgal is going to be appointed to the Prime Minister’s Office, the Congress has asked the government to clear the air while referring to a Newslaundry report. 

Newslaundry · Dec 26, 2025

Doordarshan invites applications for copy editor posts

Doordarshan invites applications for copy editor posts

The Hindu · Jan 31, 2024

Prasar Bharati does not make copyright claims on public service content, say officials

Prasar Bharati does not make copyright claims on public service content, including parliamentary proceedings. Congress leader Sappal raised issue, saying it was wrong to limit access to proceedings. Prasar Bharati officials said notices may be generated by YouTube's algorithm, but they take measures to resolve the issue.

The Hindu · Oct 1, 2023

PM Modi lays foundation stone for FM relay station

PM Modi virtually lays foundation stone for Akashvani Dahod FM Relay Station in Gujarat. 10-kilowatt station to cover 25 lakh people in Gujarat & MP. Costing ₹11 crore, it will cover 55-km radius area, incl. 75% of Dahod district. Prasar Bharati also working on 5 other projects. When completed, FM…

The Hindu · Sep 27, 2023

Doordarshan celebrates its 64th foundation day

Initially, DD was a part of the All India Radio. On April 1, 1976, it transformed to become a separate department in the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and later came under Prasar Bharati.

The Hindu · Sep 15, 2023

DD all set for a makeover with fresh programmes, regional and OTT focus

Ahead of the Independence Day celebrations, Prasar Bharati will be launching the Sanskrit version of the popular patriotic song Hum Jiyenge Aur Marenge Aye Watan Tere Liye from Subhash Ghai-directed action thriller Karma.

The Hindu · Aug 11, 2023

Withdraw decision to shut down Ananthapuri FM channel: Sivankutty

General Education Minister V.Sivankutty has urged the the Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Anurag Thakur to withdraw Prasar Bharati’s decision to close down the All India Radio’s Ananthapuri FM channel

The Hindu · Jul 24, 2023

Political leaders, listeners demand reinstatement of Ananthapuri FM

Prasar Bharati's decision to close Ananthapuri FM sparks outrage. Leaders of ruling and opposition parties demand reinstatement. Station has 4.5 million listeners, contributes ₹1.5 crore annually. Decision leads to dismissal of many dedicated staff. Union Minister to raise issue. Outcry on social media from regular listeners.

The Hindu · Jul 23, 2023