In a press conference, Essel Group Chairman Dr. Subhash Chandra accused the SEBI Chairperson of being a “negative force” and a key reason for the failure of the ZEE-Sony merger
Subhash Chandra has called for a thorough investigation into Madhabi Puri Buch’s financial dealings and the “biased actions” against ZEE
The high court has advised Chandra not to respond to the summons dated 12 January 2024
A free and independent media is crucial for the health of our country, said Subhash Chandra, the founder of Zee TV
The order has been passed on an application filed by Dr. Chandra seeking replacement of the Resolution Professional appointed by the NCLT
As per sources, the telecast of the show will begin after the Lok Sabha elections
Chandra had argued that NCLT cannot rule on an individual's insolvency
Justice GS Kulkarni and Justice Firdosh Pooniwala heard Chandra's petition against the summons issued by Sebi in the fund diversion case
Sebi had issued the summons to the Chairman Emeritus of Zee Entertainment Enterprises in an alleged fund diversions case
Sebi has been reportedly directed to file its reply with SAT posting the matter for further hearing on March 8
ZEEL’s reply came after the BSE on January 30 sought clarification from it on the news report that appeared on a business portal
A news report recently quoted Subhash Chandra as saying that the Zee promoter family plans to hike its stake in the company
In an interview with The Economic Times, Subhash Chandra, chairman emeritus of Zee, assuaged shareholders and also shared his thoughts about the possibility of future deals
In the letter, Subhash Chandra, ZEEL promoter, said SEBI had operated with a preconceived motive to sabotage the merger and said he was not suggesting SEBI should not investigate
The app was launched in Ayodhya on the occasion of consecration of Ram Temple on Monday
Contrary to media speculations suggesting a potential termination of the merger, industry experts indicate that the two parties are actively negotiating a middle ground to finalize the deal
The matter came up for hearing on Dec 1 and was deferred
The SAT hearing for Punit Goenka's appeal against the Sebi order has been postponed to September 27
He approached SAT, requesting that the SEBI order that barred him and Subhash Chandra from holding any directorial or managerial posts in any listed company, be set aside
The modified order said that Subhash Chandra and his son Punit Goenka cannot hold director roles in group companies till the investigation by SEBI is concluded
ZEE and Sony together are expected to secure an audience of over 700 million in the TV and digital verticals, enhancing their market presence and share in advertising
According to a media report, Essel Group agreed to repay the settlement in a phased manner by March 31
The WTM will have to fix a date for the hearing within a week of Punit Goenka and Subhash Chandra submitting a reply
Chandra has also reportedly put forth a proposal to buy other assets, which includes shares in Zee Learn and a bungalow in central Delhi
Subhash Chandra and Punit Goenka mulling over moving the SC against SAT’s dismissal of their appeal against Sebi
Reports say that the bench reserved the order after hearing all the arguments
As per news reports, the Sony leadership took stock of the prospects of the deal earlier this week
As per media reports, Zee has written to the regulator that the investigations create ‘prejudice for the company and shareholders’
The tribunal has listed the matter for disposal on June 19
As per reports, Zee has told the tribunal that Sebi's order will affect the hearing before NCLT regarding the merger with Sony
The next hearing is slated for June 19, say news reports
The bench has posted the matter for further hearing on Thursday
ZEEL’s Chairman has issued a statement saying that appropriate legal advice was being sought in order to take the next steps
The ban, effective for a year, has been imposed on the two for 'siphoning off funds' from ZEEL for their own benefit
Launched in 2015, World is One News (WION) - India’s digital-first international news channel - has managed to build a top-of-mind recall in the crowded Indian news space
Upadhyay is known for her international news show ‘Gravitas’ on WION
With Chaudhary moving on, the Editors of Zee News, Zee Business, and Zee 24 Taas will report to the President - Group Strategy & Innovation, and WION will report directly to the Publisher
The Essel Group Chairman’s candidature will be backed by BJP, as per media reports
As per media networks, the Essel Group Chairman has said that the Group is focusing on monetising digital content
Zee Media Management has said that no one should pay any attention to such rumours
The veteran journalist has been specially roped in for guidance on the geopolitical situation unfolding in the subcontinent, especially in Afghanistan
Bhansali was commenting on Dr. Subhash Chandra's Open Letter, in which he shared the details of the debt resolution process.
43 lenders have received the pending dues
A business daily had reported that ZEEL and Viacom18 are in initial talks for a potential merger that could create a large media firm
The group has categorically denied speculations of shares being released from the lenders at a lower price and sold to third party investors at higher price points
Chandra's appointment will be effective August 19, 2020
According to reports, ZEEL has hired third party analysts to look into the finances of the two companies