I&B Ministry extends TRP suspension for news channels to curb sensational coverage amid West Asia conflict

IANS | April 7, 2026 10:34 AM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B) on Tuesday directed the Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) to continue withholding the publication of Television Rating Points (TRPs) for news channels for an additional four weeks, or until further orders, citing concerns over sensationalism and speculative reporting related to the ongoing West Asia conflict.