WAVES Summit 2025

July 11, 2025 3:11 PM

WAVES 2025: Where sports, esports, and storytelling reimagined the future of fan engagement

The WAVES Summit 2025 in Mumbai highlighted the transformative role of technology in redefining sports, esports, and the way fans engage with both. From cricket fields to esports arenas, WAVES 2025 captured a global transition: fans are no longer just spectators, but participants in an evolving, tech-driven sports ecosystem. One of the most talked-about sessions spotlighted Saudi Arabia’s ambitious vision for gaming and esports, presented by Faisal bin Bandar bin Sultan Al Saud, Chairman of ...

May 5, 2025 10:49 AM

‘WAVES 2025’ promises bright future for creative economy, sees multi-crore deals

The premier edition of the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES 2025) concluded on a high note in Mumbai on Sunday, receiving an overwhelming response from exhibitors, industry leaders, startups, policymakers, academia, and the general public. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, in an official statement, said the ‘WAVES Bazaar’ initiative alone recorded business transactions worth over ₹1,328 crore, with more than 3,000 business-to-business (B2B) meetings held over...

May 4, 2025 11:41 PM

Influencers urged to prioritize credibility and transparency: Key takeaways from WAVES 2025

A panel discussion on best practices for social media advertising took centre stage at the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025 in Mumbai on Saturday. Held at the Jio World Convention Centre and organised by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the session brought together media professionals and digital creators who stressed the need for authenticity, ethical content creation, and transparent branding in the influencer ecosystem. The panel featured prominent voices...

May 4, 2025 11:36 PM

WAVEX 2025: Catalyzing innovation and investment in India’s M&E Startup Ecosystem

WAVEX 2025, the flagship startup initiative under the World Audio-Visual Entertainment Summit (WAVES), is shaping up as a powerful convergence point for innovation, entrepreneurship, and investment in India’s media and entertainment (M&E) sector. The event kicked off with Ashutosh Mohle, Joint Director at the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (MIB), who offered a concise yet compelling overview of WAVEX. He highlighted its core mission — to nurture emerging startups in the M&am...

May 4, 2025 4:29 PM

India emerges as global creative powerhouse: Dr. L Murugan unveils landmark reports at WAVES 2025

Union Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs, Dr. L. Murugan, launched five major knowledge reports that offer an in-depth perspective on India’s fast-growing media and entertainment sector. The reports were released at the ongoing WAVES Summit 2025 in Mumbai and are aimed at supporting data-backed policymaking and strengthening India's position as a global creative leader. The reports, prepared by a consortium of national and international agen...

May 4, 2025 11:37 PM

Indigenous sports take centre stage at WAVES 2025: leaders call for global push

At a spirited panel discussion held on the sidelines of WAVES 2025 in Mumbai, a cross-section of leaders from the world of sports, governance, and media came together to chart a new course for India’s indigenous sports. The session, titled “Indigenous Sports: From India to the Global Stage”, aimed at celebrating the cultural richness of native games while exploring strategies for their global promotion. Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi delivered the keynote address, underscoring t...

May 4, 2025 11:07 AM

Inaugural ‘WAVES Bazaar’ expected to see deals worth Rs 1,000 crore: govt

The first edition of the ‘WAVES Bazaar’ is poised to witness business transactions worth over Rs 1,000 crore, with deal-making still in progress, according to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. Held under the umbrella of the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) in Mumbai, the event recorded transactions exceeding Rs 800 crore across sectors including film, music, radio, VFX, and animation. The government described the event as a resounding success, calling it a pr...

May 3, 2025 5:19 PM

India launches IICT to revolutionize AVGC-XR sector with global industry partnerships

In a transformative step toward positioning India as a global leader in the Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics, and Extended Reality (AVGC-XR) sector, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, in collaboration with FICCI and CII, has unveiled the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT). The National Centre of Excellence, dedicated to advancing the AVGC-XR ecosystem, was formally launched at the WAVES Summit 2025 in Mumbai. Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Ashwi...

May 3, 2025 5:12 PM

WAVES 2025: Experts urge unified strategy to combat piracy with technology, law, and awareness

At the WAVES Summit 2025, a panel discussion titled Piracy: Safeguarding Content through Technology underscored the urgent need for a coordinated response to digital piracy, a growing threat to the media and entertainment industry. Moderated by Neil Gane, Vice President and Head of Asia Pacific at IP House, the session brought together experts in media, law, and cybersecurity to address the economic and security challenges posed by piracy. Vivek Couto, Managing & Executive Director of Media...

April 15, 2025 10:18 PM

Top 10 Indian games to debut at WAVES Summit 2025 in Mumbai

India’s rising talent in game development is set to be in the spotlight as the Top 10 games from the inaugural Road to Game Jam will be showcased at the upcoming WAVES Summit 2025 in Mumbai. The event, to be held from May 1 to 4, is part of the Government of India’s Create in India Challenge: Season 1, under the World Audio-Visual Entertainment Summit (WAVES), spearheaded by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. Organised by the Game Developer Association of India (GDAI) in collabor...