India News, one of India’s most trusted Hindi news channels and a key part of iTV Network, has reaffirmed its commitment to fearless, fact-driven journalism with its renewed presence on DD Free Dish. Now available on Channel No. 0073, the channel is extending its reach to millions of households across the country, from metro cities to rural hamlets.

In a press release, the network underlined how the channel has been a cornerstone of free-to-air journalism since its inception, broadcasting on DD Free Dish—the country’s largest free DTH platform—from the very beginning. With the service now reaching more than 49 million homes, India News aims to ensure that reliable and unbiased journalism continues to remain accessible to every citizen, while also providing advertisers with a strong platform to engage with a vast and attentive audience.

The channel secured one of the two vacant MPEG-2 slots during the 90th online e-auction conducted by Prasar Bharati. Participation in the auction was open only to channels holding valid licenses from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, as well as international public broadcasters licensed by the Ministry.

Rakesh Singh, Managing Editor – Input, India News, said, “India News has always been driven by the mission to deliver fearless, accurate, and trustworthy journalism. Strengthening its nationwide reach via DD Free Dish allows us to take this commitment to millions of households across India. In an era where reliable information is more important than ever, this expansion ensures that every citizen can stay informed, make decisions based on facts, and engage meaningfully with the world around them.”

Dr. Aishwarya Pandit Sharma, Chairperson of iTV Foundation, added, “India News has been part of DD Free Dish since its inception, and this renewed inclusion is a strategic step in our ongoing commitment to democratizing access to quality journalism. It ensures our news content continues to reach audiences in every corner of the country, while also offering advertisers a unique opportunity to connect with millions of homes through a trusted and highly credible platform.”

India News, a leading channel under iTV Network, is recognized for its fearless journalism, investigative reporting, and wide-ranging coverage of national, international, and regional developments. With its renewed presence on DD Free Dish, the channel is set to further strengthen its role as a trusted source of news that empowers citizens with credible, high-impact journalism.