Prasar Bharati

Prasar Bharati invites hardware bids to strengthen DD infra

Prasar Bharati has invited open e-tenders for the supply of non-linear editing systems for the Doordarshan network, as part of its efforts to strengthen broadcast production and post-production infrastructure across the country. The tender, issued by the Directorate General of Doordarshan, covers the procurement of 46 non-linear editing system s...


Prasar Bharati

Prasar Bharati publishes test report on D2M & mobile interference

Prasar Bharati has published the official test and measurement report examining concerns around interference and mobile device heating during the operation of Direct-to-Mobile (D2M) broadcast technologies in the 470–582 MHz band. The report aims to clarify issues raised by industry stakeholders about whether D2M transmissions could disrupt te...


Prasar Bharati

Prasar Bharati invites satellite TV channels to stream on WAVES

Prasar Bharati has issued a public notice inviting permitted satellite television channels to join its OTT platform, WAVES, for a one-year period. The notification, released on November 17, 2025, outlines eligibility, technical requirements and the revenue model for broadcasters seeking to onboard their channels. According to the notice, o...


NBDA

NBDA presses for fair, transparent e-auction framework for DD Free Dish slots

The News Broadcasters & Digital Association (NBDA) has submitted a comprehensive response to Prasar Bharati’s recent consultation on the e-auction methodology for allotment of slots on the DD Free Dish DTH platform, calling for a more transparent, equitable and robust process. In a press release, NBDA welcomed the consultation and said it...