Short-circuit -- Cable operators, MSOs on 3-day strike in Delhi
All cable operators, including the multiple service operators (MSOs) in Delhi, are on a three-day strike from Monday midnight. As a consequence, no satellite channels will be available in the capital for three days.

Sify makes a play for Geet Sethi's Kheladi.com
Satyam Infoway, has initiated moves to acquire Kheladi.com, a sports portal promoted by Geet Sethi, the six-time world billiards champion. The acquisition will be for a consideration of $1.3 million, 5% of which will be paid through cash and the rest through stock.

Ready to put 25 per cent on the block -- Wipro ePeripherals
Following its spin-off from Wipro Ltd, the Rs 250 crore Wipro ePeripherals Ltd is drawing up strategic plans, including offloading 25% of the equity through an IPO within the next 18 months, acquisitions, bringing in strategic investors and expanding its portfolio of products.

Race for Kerala's radio market intensifies
Major players in Kerala are set to take a slice of the radio market pie with Asianet Communications taking the ead by launching RM Radio last week.

The Microland-Scully network -- Will they finally venture forth into start-ups?
In yet another high-profile business initiative, the Pradeep Kar promoted Microland Group is all set to transform itself into an Internet focussed investment company after having joined hands with the Scully Brothers -- promoted by former CEO of Apple Computers Inc and industry icon John Scully.

Indiaproperties to offer value-added services
All set to emerge as a dot corp from its dotcom phase of existence, Indiaproperties.com plans to provide a host of services to the real estate industry.


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