FreeDish invites applications for MPEG2 slots; some TV channels to leave

Even as some pay TV channels, riding the free platform of FreeDish (but were otherwise a pay channel), decided to quit the platform owing to regulatory restrictions, the FTA DTH platform has invited applications for allotment of vacant MPEG-2 slots for the period from April 2025 to March 2026. Prasar Bharati, Doordarshan FreeDish parent, has […]

DD FreeDish opens door to pvt. sector HD TV channel

Prasar Bharati has introduced a groundbreaking revision to its e-auction policy for DD Free Dish slots, marking a new chapter in the evolution of India’s largest free-to-air platform. For the first time, High Definition (HD) channels have been granted eligibility to bid for slots, a move that is set to enhance the viewing experience for […]

‘The Pickle Factory’ to premiere on WAVES OTT on Dec. 31

Actress Tanya Maniktala, best known for her roles in ‘Kill’ and ‘A Suitable Boy’, is set to charm audiences with her latest project, ‘The Pickle Factory’. This lighthearted workplace-family dramedy, consisting of 10 episodes, will premiere on December 31, 2024, on Prasar Bharati’s WAVES OTT platform, offering viewers a perfect binge-watch for the New Year’s […]

Mara Creations, Toonz Media to distribute animated series ‘Sriman Rama’

Mara Creations, known for its culturally rooted original IP content, has joined forces with the globally renowned Toonz Media Group to distribute ‘Sriman Rama’, a 2D animated series celebrating the childhood adventures of Lord Rama. The brainchild of National Film Award-winning creator Satyakashi Bhargava, ‘Sriman Rama’ delves into unexplored narratives from the Ramayana, focusing on […]

TDSAT declines stay on FreeDish rules; gives b’casters 14 days to comply

The Telecom Disputes Settlement and Appellate Tribunal (TDSAT) has rejected the plea of broadcasters seeking a stay on the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India’s (TRAI) regulation regarding pay channels on DD FreeDish, The Economic Times reported today. The regulation, issued on July 8, 2024, mandates changes in the tariff structure for pay channels offered on […]

DD b’cast partner for Hockey India League 2024-25

India’s national broadcaster, Doordarshan (DD), has been announced as the official broadcast partner for the upcoming Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25, beginning on December 28, 2024. This historic season marks the debut of the Women’s Hockey India League, running parallel to the men’s competition, showcasing a significant stride toward promoting gender equality in sports, IANS […]