Toshiba on Wednesday launched in Japan what it calls the world's first television that allows viewers to see 3D images without having to wear special glasses, amid intensifying competition in the market.

But while curious shoppers stopped to test out the screen at an electronics store in central Tokyo as the 12-inch model of the Regza GL1 Series went on sale, there were doubts as to whether the technology will catch.

The new model with a liquid crystal display carries a price tag of 119,800 yen (1,400 dollars), which may put off consumers accustomed to falling prices. A 20-inch model will be released on Saturday.

Task force set up to suggest policy measures

In a bid to give a boost to the sunrise sectors of animation, gaming and VFX (visual effects imagery), the Information and Broadcasting Ministry is involving players from the industry in a big way in evolving a policy that helps them realise their true potential.

A 13-member task force has been constituted to dwell upon various issues concerning these sectors. The committee headed by I&B additional secretary Rajiv Takru has been given freedom to evolve own methodology to ensure widest possible consultations on a 14-point charter in the terms of reference and submit its report within six months from the date of its first meeting.