HT Labs, the digital innovation hub under the HT group, has made a resounding impact at the WAN-IFRA South Asian Digital Media Awards 2025. Its flagship platforms-OTTplay and Slurrp.com-took home five prestigious honors across key categories, celebrating excellence in digital journalism, innovation, and audience engagement.
The WAN-IFRA South Asian Digital Media Awards, one of the most esteemed recognitions in the region, celebrate the best in digital innovation across news publishing. The awards are judged by a panel of distinguished international industry experts, recognizing organizations that push the boundaries of digital media through groundbreaking strategies, technology, and content delivery.
🏆 Award Wins:
- Best News Website (Silver) – Slurrp
- Best Use of AI in Revenue Strategy (Bronze) – OTTplay Premium
- Best Newsletter (Gold) – Slurrp
- Best Newsletter (Silver) – OTTplay
- Best Native Advertising Campaign (Bronze) – Slurrp
These wins underscore the HT Labs team’s focus on creating intelligent, user-first content experiences through innovation, AI integration, and strong editorial vision.
Mr. Avinash Mudaliar, CEO & Co-Founder of HT Labs, expressed his gratitude:
“We are deeply honored to be acknowledged by WAN-IFRA in multiple categories this year. These awards are a testament to the dedication, creativity, and innovation that our teams bring to the table each day. At HT Labs, we are always striving to push boundaries and deliver personalized, tech-driven experiences that resonate with users across categories-from entertainment to food and finance. This recognition reinforces our commitment to leading the digital content space with intelligence and impact.”