386 private FM radio channels operational, 20% content should be in local language to promote regional culture: Union Minister L Murugan

Jul 24, 2026

A total of 386 private FM radio channels are operational in the country and the government policy mandates 20% content in local language to...

Cabinet approves Rs 784.87 cr e-auctions for 730 FM radio channels across 234 new cities

Aug 28, 2024

The Cabinet also approved a proposal to set the Annual License Fee (ALF) for FM channels at 4 per cent of Gross Revenue, excluding...

PM Modi inaugurates 91 FM transmitters across 18 states, 2 UTs to boost radio connectivity

Apr 28, 2023

"Today the expansion of All India Radio's (AIR) FM service is a big and important step towards becoming All India FM. This launch of...

Janhvi Kapoor channels love for India in latest post

Feb 02, 2021

New Delhi [India], February 2 : Professing her love for India, Bollywood actor Janhvi Kapoor treated fans with her happy pictures from a fort...

FM Radio: Tuned Out of News, Tuned into Crisis, Seeks Reforms

Jun 30, 2026

New Delhi [India], June 30: Ever wondered why FM radio stations in India don't broadcast news? Or why your smartphone does not have an...

234 towns, cities to get private FM radio channels, Union Cabinet okays e-auction proposal

Aug 28, 2024

Many of the approved cities or towns are in aspirational districts and Left Wing Extremism-affected areas. Setting up private FM radio in these areas...