🏛️ India’s Parliament Passes New Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, 2025

🧭 Thematic Focus:

Governance | Media Regulation | Digital Economy

🌟 Introductory Glimpse:

Aiming to modernize the regulatory framework for the media and entertainment sector, India’s Parliament has passed the Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, 2025, which seeks to bring OTT platforms, satellite TV, and broadcasting networks under a unified, transparent system of governance.

🛤️ Key Highlights:

• Parliament passed the Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, 2025.
• Covers OTT platforms, TV channels, radio, satellite broadcasting, and internet-based broadcasting services.
• Establishes a Broadcasting Services Regulatory Authority for licensing and grievance redressal.
• Introduces a Content Evaluation Committee to promote responsible broadcasting.
• Aims to create a level playing field, ensure consumer protection, and strengthen content accountability.

📜 GS Paper Mapping:

• GS Paper 2: Governance | Regulatory Bodies | Media and Communication

🪄 A Thought Spark — by IAS Monk:

“When the voices of a nation flow through clear rivers, the echoes shape a juster world.”