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  • Point Blank gears up for hard-hitting episode with R.K. Singh interview

    Point Blank gears up for hard-hitting episode with R.K. Singh interview

    MUMBAI: When politics turns into prime-time theatre, few shows pack the punch of Point Blank. Live Times’ flagship programme, helmed by veteran anchor Deepak Chaurasia, is set to air another explosive episode on Sunday, 28 September at 8 pm, with senior BJP leader and former union minister R.K. Singh in the hot seat.

    In a no-holds-barred exchange, Singh tears into the BJP-led Bihar government, alleging corruption has seeped into even the prime minister’s flagship PM Awas Yojana. According to him, commissions are the price of approvals, and the Nitish Kumar administration has “no control” over the rot. Singh directly challenges party leaders Dilip Jaiswal and Ashok Choudhary to answer his allegations.

    But he doesn’t stop there. The former minister drops another political bombshell: Prashant Kishor invited him to join his party. While Singh insists he has no immediate plans to quit the BJP, he boldly declares he would form his own political party if expelled. “Ideas are good, but they must translate into action,” he says, hinting that Kishor’s promises may need proof in practice.

    The episode also revisits Singh’s much-debated association with the phrase “saffron terror”. He clarifies that the term was coined by others including former home minister and Congress veteran Digvijay Singh while his own comments were restricted to presenting facts. Singh underlines that the NDA’s path to electoral victory lies in restoring honesty and integrity, not in rhetoric.

    The interview captures the political crossroads facing Singh, who blends candour with calculation. It’s a conversation that could shake up the NDA narrative in Bihar, where anti-corruption credibility has often made or broken governments.

    Reflecting on the larger mission of Point Blank, Live Times founder Dilip Kumar Singh says: “At Live Times, truth is not negotiable. Point Blank embodies our mission to confront power with courage and clarity. This interview with R.K. Singh proves why journalism must go beyond headlines, it delivers the unfiltered reality citizens deserve.”

    With fearless questioning, fact-driven debate, and a refusal to let power escape scrutiny, Point Blank has cemented itself as the channel’s beating heart. Tomorrow’s episode is expected to be one of its most hard-hitting yet, a must-watch for anyone tracking the future of Bihar politics and the NDA’s credibility crisis.

    Audiences can tune in on DD Free Dish – Channel 100, Tata Play – 539, Airtel Digital TV – 385, Dish TV – 665, Sikka Cable – 519, and Jio TV – 3069, as well as streaming platforms including Tata Play Mobile, Airtel Xstream, Dish TV Watcho, and DD Waves. The full broadcast will also be available at www.livetimes.news.

    Live Times Complete Truth, Whatever It Takes.

  • Dish TV switches on VZY Smart TVs to stream into the future of home viewing

    Dish TV switches on VZY Smart TVs to stream into the future of home viewing

    MUMBAI: Dish TV has flipped the channel on its future and this time, it’s not just about broadcasting. The country’s leading DTH provider, trusted in Indian homes for over 22 years, has launched VZY Smart TVs, marking its grand entry into the integrated Smart TV segment.

    Standing for Vibe, Zone & You, VZY is pitched not as “just another TV” but as a full-blown entertainment universe. It blends Dish TV’s legacy in live television with cutting-edge streaming, creating what the company calls an all-in-one screen where DTH meets OTT.

    “For over two decades, Dish TV has been a trusted name in millions of Indian homes, built on innovation and customer focus. With VZY, we are building an entertainment universe that converges live TV, OTT, smart features, and immersive design,” said Dish TV India CEO & executive director Manoj Dobhal.

    What’s inside the box? Plenty of tech wizardry. VZY Smart TVs will be available in sizes from 32” HD to 55” 4K UHD QLED, with premium features such as Dolby Vision, HDR10, up to 350 nits brightness, and a bezel-less design. For audio, all models feature Dolby Audio, with select premium models stepping up to Dolby Atmos.

    Running on Google TV 5 (Android 14), the TVs come loaded with streaming staples like Netflix, Prime Video, and Youtube. Add to that voice-enabled remotes, Chromecast, Airplay, and in select models, an inbuilt DTH set-top box, offering instant access to both live TV and streaming apps.

    “The modern Indian family is digital-first and experience-driven. VZY goes beyond being just a television to deliver an immersive, curated experience,” added Dish TV India chief revenue officer Sukhpreet Singh.

    For performance, the range supports up to 2GB RAM and 32GB storage, ensuring smooth navigation and app usage. To make the smart shift easier on the wallet, Dish TV is offering Rs 0 down payment and 0 per cent EMI financing options.

    The VZY Smart TV range will hit retail shelves nationwide and will also be available through online platforms, reaching metros as well as Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets.

    With this move, Dish TV isn’t just selling a new screen, it’s making a play to own the living room once again, this time with a smarter, sleeker, and more immersive avatar.

  • Dish TV dives into smart TVs with VZY range

    Dish TV dives into smart TVs with VZY range

    NEW DELHI: Dish TV India has moved beyond broadcasting into the living room device market, unveiling its first integrated smart TV line, branded VZY. The launch marks a decisive pivot for the country’s largest DTH operator, which has been in Indian homes for more than 22 years.

    VZY—short for Vibe, Zone & You—is pitched not as just another television but as an “entertainment universe”. Select models come with a built-in Dish TV set-top box, fusing live TV with OTT streaming.

    “Entering the integrated Smart TV segment is a bold step into a future where content, technology, and convenience converge. This is more than a television. It is a universe where live TV, OTT, smart features and design converge,” said chief executive and executive director Manoj Dobhal. 

    Added chief revenue officer Sukhpreet Singh: “The modern Indian family is digital-first and experience-driven, seeking a screen that transforms everyday viewing into a curated, immersive experience—one that goes beyond being just a television. VZY delivers exactly that: a integrated entertainment universe that puts choice, convenience, and quality in the consumer’s hands.” 

    The VZY range spans 32-inch HD screens to 55-inch 4K UHD QLEDs, with Dolby Vision, HDR10 and up to 350 nits brightness. All sets run on Google TV 5 (Android 14), with built-in Chromecast, AirPlay, voice remotes and Dolby Audio, with premium models adding Dolby Atmos. Storage goes up to 32GB with 2GB RAM.

    Prices are pitched across segments with sweeteners such as Rs 0 down payment and 0 per cent EMI. 

    Distribution will cover metros as well as tier-2 and tier-3 markets, through both retail and online platforms.
    With VZY, Dish TV is betting on India’s hunger for convergence: a single screen that marries satellite reliability with the streaming age.

  • Loss signal as Dish TV Q1 net loss widens and revenue falls 27.6 percent

    Loss signal as Dish TV Q1 net loss widens and revenue falls 27.6 percent

    MUMBAI: Dish TV is still buffering and this time, the picture is far from rosy. The DTH operator reported a consolidated net loss of Rs 94.53 crore for the quarter ended 30 June 2025, a sharp plunge from the mere Rs 1.56 crore loss logged in the same period last year. Revenue from operations shrank 27.6 per cent year-on-year to Rs 329.36 crore, down from Rs 455.29 crore, while total income stood at Rs 334.11 crore, aided by Rs 4.75 crore in other income.

    Costs, however, went in the opposite direction. Total expenses climbed to Rs 425.92 crore, led by operating costs of Rs 142.10 crore, employee benefits of Rs 42.16 crore, and finance costs of Rs 64.12 crore. Depreciation and amortisation weighed in at Rs 105.28 crore.

    The company’s balance sheet remains under heavy strain, with accumulated losses now exceeding equity share capital, pushing net worth into the negative. Adding to the pressure is a long-running license fee battle with the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) Dish TV has set aside Rs 4,680.24 crore for the dispute, even as the MIB slapped a fresh Rs 8,735.67 crore demand (including interest) in April, which the operator is contesting in court.

    For FY25, Dish TV’s annual loss narrowed to Rs 487 crore from a massive Rs 1,966 crore in FY24, but total revenue slid 15.6 per cent to Rs 1,567.6 crore, hit by falling Pay TV subscriber numbers and stagnant ARPU. EBITDA came in at Rs 529.1 crore, with margins easing to 33.75 per cent from last year’s 40.6 per cent.

    While exceptional items of Rs 335.4 crore, a pre-tax loss of Rs 152.3 crore, and mounting competition from DTH rivals, cable, telecom, and OTT players dimmed the outlook, the company is leaning on its digital play. Watcho, its OTT arm, crossed the 10 million paid subscriber mark, thanks to premium content aggregation from Jiocinema, Zee5, Sonyliv and others, the launch of Watcho Fliqs for creator-led IP, and smart set-top boxes like the Dish Smrt Hub.

    The strategy now is clear: retain quality subscribers, push regional content, and keep hybrid offerings in the mix because in today’s entertainment market, staying in the game might just be about playing on every screen available.
     

  • Watcho drops ‘Autumn and The Black Jaguar’ on Fliqs

    Watcho drops ‘Autumn and The Black Jaguar’ on Fliqs

    MUMBAI : What do you get when a gutsy girl reunites with a jaguar to save her Amazonian village from smugglers? A wild ride, quite literally. Watcho’s streaming platform FLIQS has just premiered Autumn and The Black Jaguar, a visually rich comedy-adventure film, now available in Hindi and English for Rs 79.

    Directed by Gilles de Maistre, the film follows Autumn (played by Lumi Pollack) — a fierce teen with a cause, who returns to her rainforest roots to take on animal traffickers. With her loyal jaguar in tow, she embarks on a heart-thumping journey filled with friendship, grit, and ecological urgency. The cast also features Emily Bett Rickards and Wayne Charles Baker.

    Dish TV chief revenue officer, Sukhpreet Singh said, “Fliqs was built with a clear vision to give great stories and creators the space they truly deserve. Every week, we are bringing fresh, diverse titles across genres and languages to our audience. It is exciting to see content like ‘Autumn and The Black Jaguar’ find a home on Fliqs, where storytelling takes centre stage and creators get a platform that values their voice.”

    The title is the latest headliner on Fliqs, Dish TV India’s premium digital content vertical within the Watcho app. Positioned as an OTT-style destination, Fliqs curates original web series, short films, movies in multiple languages and more importantly, hands creators the reins with full IP rights and monetisation tools. With new drops weekly, Fliqs is steadily building a content jungle of its own.

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  • Dish Tv elevates Dobhal to chairman role in power play at the top

    Dish Tv elevates Dobhal to chairman role in power play at the top

    MUMBAI: Dish Tv has just switched to a new leadership signal Manoj Dobhal has been appointed chairman of the board, doubling up on his current role as executive director and CEO.

    Known for his knack for tuning into business growth across telecom, DTH, FMCG, broadband and consumer durables, Dobhal now takes the reins of the boardroom at a crucial phase for the company. The decision was announced via an exchange filing on Wednesday.

    Armed with over 24 years of experience, Dobhal’s resume covers strategic planning, business margin amplification, long-term growth initiatives, and business process automation. He’s played across all fields sales, customer marketing, experience management, and field services and is seen as an enterprising leader well-versed in cross-functional orchestration.

    Dobhal holds an MBA in Marketing from Apeejay Institute of Management, Delhi, and a B.Sc. (Hons.) in Electronics from the University of Delhi.

    With his elevation, Dish TV signals a new phase of continuity and consolidation placing trust in a leader who’s already been steering the ship from the C-suite. As Dobhal moves into the Chairman’s seat, all eyes will be on how he reshapes the boardroom frequency to amplify Dish Tv’s presence in a fast-evolving media landscape.

  • Remote control redefined as Dish TV dials up its Smart+ experience

    Remote control redefined as Dish TV dials up its Smart+ experience

    Mumbai: No more juggling remotes or input sources, Dish TV just changed the channel on home entertainment. The company has launched its new Smart+ device, an all-in-one upgrade that turns regular Android and Google TVs into smart content hubs, uniting live TV and OTT apps under a single roof.

    After the success of its flagship Smart product last year, Dish TV’s latest launch is a smarter sequel that simplifies how viewers consume content. With Smart+, your existing TV morphs into a full-fledged entertainment command centre no new remote required. Want to flip from a TV news channel to a web series on an OTT app? Just press a button on your regular TV remote.

    Built for seamless integration, Smart+ eliminates the need to switch devices or inputs. The intuitive interface not only brings your favourite TV channels and streaming services together, but also lets you set reminders, add shows to favourites, and even keep the kids in check with built-in parental controls.

    Need a quick glance at what’s coming up next? The preview banners and thumbnails offer a visual sneak peek, so you’re never lost in the scroll. Whether you’re a live sports enthusiast, a serial binge-watcher or a casual viewer, Smart+ tailors the experience to suit every screen personality.

    Compact, sleek, and feather-light, the device fits right into any living room aesthetic. And it’s portable too perfect for modern homes that love a little less cable clutter.

    Dish TV India Ltd. CEO & executive director Manoj Dobhal said, “As part of our ongoing commitment to drive innovation in the entertainment industry, we are proud to introduce the Smart+ Device. This product marks a significant advancement in the seamless integration of traditional television and OTT services, catering to the evolving needs of today’s digital consumer. We are confident that this integration represents the future of entertainment. With the launch of the Smart+ Device, we are enhancing both convenience and accessibility while reinforcing our leadership in delivering integrated, next-generation solutions for our customers.”

    The Smart+ device is now available via Dish TV’s official website, Flipkart, and major retail outlets ready to slide into your setup and stream your screen life into something a whole lot smarter.

  • Media stocks hold the mic as markets crash in Trump tariff meltdown

    Media stocks hold the mic as markets crash in Trump tariff meltdown

    MUMBAI: Even as the Bombay stock exchange tanked five plus per cent  in the morning on Trump tariff meltdown Monday, Indian media and entertainment stocks shed just one to three per cent of their values at the time of trading at 3:30 pm. Sun TV was trading at Rs 638  a gain 0.83 per cent over  its previous weekend closing of Rs 632.75. TV Today network was up 1.65 per cent toto trade at Rs 160.40. On the flip side, a few media players were caught in the downward spiral. Entertainment Network India – the operator of Radio Mirchi – cut 2.06 per cent to stand at Rs 132.80. GTPL Hathway declined 3.69 per cent to Rs 105.75 even as Hathway dropped 3.16 per cent to Rs 12.58. Dish TV fell by 2.61 per cent to Rs 5.60.

    The advertising sector, however, bore the brunt of the market tremors. Advertising agency RK Swamy lopped off 10 per cent to trade at Rs 199.15 from its previous days closing of 223.50. Bright Outdoor clipped 4.36 per cent at Rs 449.50 as against Signpost which went negative to the tune of 7.36 per cent to trade at Rs 235.40. Innokaiz India dropped to Rs 13.56 with a 4.98 per cent fall. Maxposure saw a 5.76 per cent decline settling at Rs 57.30. Meanwhile, DAPS Advertising India saw a dip of 2.86 per cent to Rs 17.00. (At around 4 pm, may vary according to the market)

    Despite the broader bloodbath on Dalal Street, the relatively cushioned fall of media and entertainment stocks could indicate investor confidence in the sector’s long-term fundamentals, or perhaps just temporary insulation from global trade frictions. Either way, for now, the M&E sector is holding its script, even as the markets slip into drama mode.  

  • Live Times expands reach, now available on DD Free Dish

    Live Times expands reach, now available on DD Free Dish

    MUMBAI: India’s first global multicast news hub, Live Times, has bolstered its distribution network by securing a coveted position on DD Free Dish Channel No. 100, alongside adding Waves OTT to its digital portfolio.
    The strategic expansion follows Live Times’ already robust presence across major DTH platforms—Tata Play, Dish TV, and Airtel DTH—as well as on Jio TV, India’s largest digital platform.

    With this latest move, Live Times has dramatically expanded its footprint to reach approximately 150 million households or 450 million individuals across socioeconomic categories A, B and C. This comprehensive coverage spanning the entire social spectrum underscores the network’s commitment to delivering “authentic and accurate” news to citizens across all demographic and economic backgrounds.

    “Information is power, only when it is factually correct,” remarked Live Times founder  Dilip Kumar Singh.”To ensure that our viewers and users are empowered with truth alone… Live Times on DD Free Dish is one of the key platforms to take the truth even to the nook and corners of the country.”

    The addition of DD Free Dish—often referred to as India’s common man’s entertainment lifeline—serves to bridge the persistent information gap between metropolitan centres and rural communities. Singh added that the expansion represents “one step closer to democratising access to news and information.”

    For advertisers seeking to connect with a diverse, pan-Indian audience, Live Times now offers unprecedented reach from urban hubs to remote villages through a platform that prides itself on authentic journalism with impact.

    Viewers can access Live Times on DD Free Dish (Channel 100), Tata Play (Channel 539), DishTV (Channel 665), Airtel Digital TV (Channel 385), Jio TV (Channel 3069), and Sikka Cable TV (Channel 319).

    The network, which operates from what it describes as “a state-of-the-art multicast hub”—purportedly the first of its kind in India—follows the ethos of “Satyam Shivam Sundaram” while leveraging partnerships with global technology companies and content providers to deliver its news service.

  • Watcho and Cloud TV switch on seamless entertainment for smart TV viewers

    Watcho and Cloud TV switch on seamless entertainment for smart TV viewers

    MUMBAI: India’s smart TV experience is about to get a major upgrade as Dish TV’s Watcho joins forces with Cloud Walker’s Cloud TV OS to make premium content more accessible than ever. The collaboration aims to redefine home entertainment, integrating Watcho’s vast catalogue with over 200 smart TV brands, eliminating multiple logins and simplifying access for millions of users.

    As the smart TV market in India grows at a CAGR of 13.11 per cent, the demand for seamless, cost-effective entertainment is skyrocketing. This partnership taps into that trend, ensuring Watcho’s content reaches over 18 million users across 6 million devices, bringing together a world of movies, web series, live sports, and more all on one platform.

    With Cloud TV OS, Watcho subscribers can log in once and start streaming instantly, without juggling multiple credentials. The interface will also feature personalised recommendations, a ‘continue watching’ option, and exclusive Cloud TV Bundles, offering bundled subscriptions to leading OTT platforms.

    Dish TV chief revenue officer Sukhpreet Singh said, “At Dish, we recognize that the future of entertainment lies in seamless, integrated experiences. With smart TVs becoming the preferred screen for digital content, our partnership with Cloud Walker is a strategic step toward making Watcho’s vast content library effortlessly accessible to millions. By embedding Watcho into Cloud TV OS, we are not just expanding our reach—we are redefining how India consumes content, making premium entertainment more intuitive, affordable, and frictionless.”

    Cloud TV co-founder & COO Abhijeet Rajpurohit said, “We’re thrilled to partner with DishTV Watcho under CloudTV Bundle, making premium entertainment more accessible than ever. With Watcho’s vast content library now integrated into 200 plus TV brands, over 12 million viewers can seamlessly access to top OTT platforms all through a single subscription.”

    With Cloud Walker serving over 10 million users, this collaboration positions Dish TV Watcho at the forefront of India’s evolving connected TV landscape. As more consumers shift towards Connected TV (CTV), this move ensures that Watcho remains a key player in the industry.