Kolkata: The West Bengal government on Monday issued an advisory for all multiple-system operators (MSOs) and cable operators in the state. "Several satellite TV channels are transmitting coverage of news and incidents in such a manner which are misleading, sensationalized and having communal tone likely to cause breach of peace in the State," read an official statement.
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The state government advised the TV network providers to refrain from transferring any sensitive content. "State Govt strongly advises all MSOs & cable operators who are broadcasting such news & programs of various private satellite TV channels to immediately refrain from transmitting any such content which is violative of above mentioned Cable Television Network Act, 1995," the statement added. (ANI)
