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Last month, the streaming platform “JioHotstar”, which was launched by merging Disney+ Hotstar and Jio Cinema, has now crossed 100 million (10 crore) paid subscribers. The JioHotstar site has seen a huge increase in the number of paid subscribers since the start of IPL 2025, which has enabled JioHotstar to reach 100 million paid subscribers. “JioHotstar’s unprecedented milestone of 100 million subscribers is more than a milestone – it reflects India’s digital revolution, the power of storytelling and the future of streaming,” the company said in a statement.
Last month, Disney+ Hotstar and Jio Cinema merged to form the JioHotstar streaming platform. As of May 2022, Disney+ Hotstar had 50.1 million paying subscribers, and has gained an additional 50 million subscribers in the next three months. The merger with JioCinema has effectively doubled JioHotstar’s subscriber base. After the Disney+ Hotstar and Jio Cinema merger. Offering a 90-day subscription and data for just Rs 100, JioHotstar has attracted many new users. If there is an affordable premium OTT subscription in India, it is this JioHotstar!
Looking at the viewing figures for the 18th edition of the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL), the number of digital viewers for the first 3 matches on the app has increased by 40% over the last season, which is a 54% increase in CTV (connected TV) usage. , It is reported that the first 3 matches of IPL 2025 have 2,186 crore minutes of viewing time and 137 crore views.
JioHotstar’s standalone subscription price is Rs 149 for three months, while the premium plan is priced at Rs 1,499 annually. However, Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea customers can avail the three-month Rs 149 subscription for just Rs 100 by using a voucher with their data recharge. Moreover, Jio is offering a free JioHotstar subscription to all its users on all recharge plans above Rs 299 till March 31. This suggests that most of Jio’s customers are likely to be JioHotstar’s paid subscribers.
JioHotstar provides live coverage of popular sporting events in India like ICC matches, IPL and WPL. Apart from this, it also offers access to popular shows like Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, The Last of Us and Marvel Cinematic Universe. Users who avail the Rs 100 Data + OTT plan on Jio will be offered a 90-day JioHotstar mobile subscription. Similarly, Airtel is offering a similar plan on its Rs 100 data package. Vodafone Idea is also offering a similar deal for Rs 101. This special price is available in the backdrop of IPL 2025 matches.
“We have always believed that world-class entertainment should be accessible to all, and crossing 100 million subscribers is a testament to that vision,” said Kiran Mani, CEO, JioHotstar Digital. The milestone not only underscores India’s limitless potential, but also reinforces the company’s commitment to pioneering class-first experiences on an unprecedented scale.
Force Motors Limited has bagged a huge order from the Indian Army. The company has signed a contract to supply 2,978 units of ‘Force Gurkha’ light vehicle (GS 4X4 800 kg soft top). These Gurkha models will be handed over to the army in phases over a maximum period of three years. It is learnt that the new Force Gurkha vehicle will be used by the Army and Air Force.
It is not yet known which model of the Force Gurkha will be delivered to the Indian Army. It is a popular off-road SUV that competes with the Mahindra Thar Rocks and Maruti Suzuki Jimny. It is available for purchase at a slightly higher price to the general public.
The all-new Force Gurkha SUV is priced between Rs 16.75 lakh and Rs 18 lakh (ex-showroom). The 5-door model has 7 seats, while the 3-door model has 4 seats.
This Force Gurkha SUV comes with a 2.6-litre diesel engine option. It produces 140 PS of horsepower and 320 Nm of peak torque. It has a 5-speed gearbox and gives a mileage of up to 9.5 kmpl. It also features 4WD (4-wheel drive) technology.
This Force Gurkha SUV comes with a 2.6-litre diesel engine option. It produces 140 PS of horsepower and 320 Nm of peak torque. It has a 5-speed gearbox and gives a mileage of up to 9.5 kmpl. It also features 4WD (4-wheel drive) technology.
The new Gurkha SUV is available in green, red, white and black colours. It comes with features like a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, digital instrument cluster and manual AC. For safety, it gets dual front airbags, TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) and rear parking sensors.
The Mahindra Thar Rocks SUV is a strong competitor to the Force Gurkha. It is priced between Rs. 12.99 lakh and Rs. 23.09 lakh (ex-showroom). It is available with a choice of 2-litre turbo petrol and 2-litre diesel engines. It comes with a host of features including a touchscreen infotainment system.
The Gurkha is also a direct rival to the Maruti Suzuki Jimny with the ‘Thar Rocks’. This car is priced between Rs. 12.76 lakh and Rs. 15.05 lakh (ex-showroom). It has a 1.5-litre petrol engine. It has various features including a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system.