Competition Commission of India, CCI today ordered a probe against Star India and its officials for alleged abuse of dominant position in broadcasting services market in Kerala, following a complaint by a state-based cable operator.<br/><br/>The order follows a complaint about alleged anti-competitive behaviour and abuse of dominant position by Star India in charging excessive license fee from Thiruvananthapuram Entertainment Network Private Limited, as compared to fees charged from the bigger cable operators of the state.<br/><br/>Asking its Director-General to conduct a detailed probe, the Fairtrade regulator said its examination so far prima facie indicates that Star India is acting in contravention of certain provisions of the Competition Act, relating to abuse of dominance.<br/><br/>The DG has been asked to complete the investigation within 60 days and submit its report to CCI, while also investigating the role of individuals and officials of Star India who might have been in-charge of and responsible for the conduct of the business at the time of the alleged contravention.