In the aftermath of the devastating terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed the lives of 26 tourists, the Indian government has taken a firm and decisive stance against Pakistan. The attack, widely condemned both nationally and internationally, is being described as the deadliest since the 2019 Pulwama incident.
In response, New Delhi has implemented a series of sweeping measures. These include the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, the closure of borders, and an order for all Pakistani nationals in India to leave the country. Diplomatic ties between the two nations have been downgraded significantly, with India also expelling all defence, naval, and air advisors from the Pakistani High Commission in New Delhi.
Adding to the string of actions, the Pakistan Super League (PSL) will no longer be broadcast in India. FanCode, the official digital broadcaster of the PSL, has announced that it will stop streaming the tournament in India effective April 24. This decision is expected to result in substantial financial losses for the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), particularly given the tournament’s ongoing run alongside the Indian Premier League (IPL).
The PSL, which began on April 11, had been available to Indian viewers via the OTT platform until now. With the ban in place, the PCB faces a significant dip in digital viewership and associated revenue.
