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  • DD, AIR covers most naxal-hit areas too

    DD, AIR covers most naxal-hit areas too

    NEW DELHI: The entire state of Chhattisgarh, including its rural and naxal-affected areas, has been provided with multichannel TV coverage through Doordarshan’s free to air DTH service DD FreeDish while 13 AIR stations are operating in Chhattisgarh including eight of 100 W FM relay transmitters for localised coverage.

    Answering a question in the Parliament about coverage by Prasar Bharati in naxalite-affected areas, minister of state for information and broadcasting Rajyavardhan Rathore said that the signals of Direct to Home (DTH) service can be received with a small-sized dish receiving unit.

    A total of 29 terrestrial TV transmitters of varying power are functioning in Chhattisgarh, he added.

    As far as AIR was concerned, he added that some areas of Dantewada, Bijapur and Koriya districts were still uncovered by AIR’s terrestrial broadcast. High Power Medium Wave transmitter from AIR Nagpur is also providing AIR service in Chhattisgarh state.

    Most of the populated parts of Chhattisgarh are covered with AIR MW coverage and by its FM coverage also at reasonably good numbers of places.

    In addition, 31 channels of All India Radio are available on DD FreeDish throughout the country.

    Thirteen popular channels of All-India Radio can also be received through internet by browsing AIR’s website and by downloading suitable apps on iOS/ Android/ Windows based mobile phones.

    AIR’s scheme for replacement of existing outlived 100 kW MW transmitter at Jagdalpur by new 100 kW MW transmitter has already been approved under special scheme. A 5 kW FM transmitter under continuing scheme of 12th Plan has been approved for testing at Ambikapur

  • DD, AIR covers most naxal-hit areas too

    DD, AIR covers most naxal-hit areas too

    NEW DELHI: The entire state of Chhattisgarh, including its rural and naxal-affected areas, has been provided with multichannel TV coverage through Doordarshan’s free to air DTH service DD FreeDish while 13 AIR stations are operating in Chhattisgarh including eight of 100 W FM relay transmitters for localised coverage.

    Answering a question in the Parliament about coverage by Prasar Bharati in naxalite-affected areas, minister of state for information and broadcasting Rajyavardhan Rathore said that the signals of Direct to Home (DTH) service can be received with a small-sized dish receiving unit.

    A total of 29 terrestrial TV transmitters of varying power are functioning in Chhattisgarh, he added.

    As far as AIR was concerned, he added that some areas of Dantewada, Bijapur and Koriya districts were still uncovered by AIR’s terrestrial broadcast. High Power Medium Wave transmitter from AIR Nagpur is also providing AIR service in Chhattisgarh state.

    Most of the populated parts of Chhattisgarh are covered with AIR MW coverage and by its FM coverage also at reasonably good numbers of places.

    In addition, 31 channels of All India Radio are available on DD FreeDish throughout the country.

    Thirteen popular channels of All-India Radio can also be received through internet by browsing AIR’s website and by downloading suitable apps on iOS/ Android/ Windows based mobile phones.

    AIR’s scheme for replacement of existing outlived 100 kW MW transmitter at Jagdalpur by new 100 kW MW transmitter has already been approved under special scheme. A 5 kW FM transmitter under continuing scheme of 12th Plan has been approved for testing at Ambikapur

  • DD reaches 92 per cent of India; FreeDish 30 million homes

    DD reaches 92 per cent of India; FreeDish 30 million homes

    NEW DELHI: Doordarshan in terrestrial mode is estimated to be available to about 92 per cent population spread over 81 per cent area of the country, the Parliament has been told.

    However, in satellite mode, multichannel TV coverage of Doordarshan reaches all the areas of the country through Doordarshan’s free-to-air DTH service FreeDish. It is possible to receive DTH signals anywhere in the country with the help of a small-sized dish receive unit, the minister of state for information and broadcasting Rajyavardhan Rathore said.

    Modernisation of Doordarshan network by utilising modern techniques and equipment is a continuous process. Schemes in this regard have been formulated and implemented from time to time. The modernisation plan covers a broad spectrum, which includes digitalisation, adoption of new technologies, upgradation and replacement of old ageing equipment, etc.

    According to industry estimates, DD FreeDish has reached about 20 to 30 million homes with 80 TV channels and 32 radio channels. This information is based on the KPMG- FICCI (Klynveld Peat Marwick Goerdeler – Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry) Indian Media and Entertainment Industry Report 2016.

    The minister said there was no restriction on any channel for obtaining a slot on DD FreeDish through e-auction as DD Free Dish Platform was Free-to-Air and no subscription was charged by Doordarshan from viewers.

    The minister said, in the e-auction held so far by Doordarshan, no pay channel had participated. (However, it is learnt that Zee News and Big TV which are pay channels successfully bid for beaming free to air on FreeDish).

  • DD reaches 92 per cent of India; FreeDish 30 million homes

    DD reaches 92 per cent of India; FreeDish 30 million homes

    NEW DELHI: Doordarshan in terrestrial mode is estimated to be available to about 92 per cent population spread over 81 per cent area of the country, the Parliament has been told.

    However, in satellite mode, multichannel TV coverage of Doordarshan reaches all the areas of the country through Doordarshan’s free-to-air DTH service FreeDish. It is possible to receive DTH signals anywhere in the country with the help of a small-sized dish receive unit, the minister of state for information and broadcasting Rajyavardhan Rathore said.

    Modernisation of Doordarshan network by utilising modern techniques and equipment is a continuous process. Schemes in this regard have been formulated and implemented from time to time. The modernisation plan covers a broad spectrum, which includes digitalisation, adoption of new technologies, upgradation and replacement of old ageing equipment, etc.

    According to industry estimates, DD FreeDish has reached about 20 to 30 million homes with 80 TV channels and 32 radio channels. This information is based on the KPMG- FICCI (Klynveld Peat Marwick Goerdeler – Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry) Indian Media and Entertainment Industry Report 2016.

    The minister said there was no restriction on any channel for obtaining a slot on DD FreeDish through e-auction as DD Free Dish Platform was Free-to-Air and no subscription was charged by Doordarshan from viewers.

    The minister said, in the e-auction held so far by Doordarshan, no pay channel had participated. (However, it is learnt that Zee News and Big TV which are pay channels successfully bid for beaming free to air on FreeDish).

  • Live feed of Mother Teresa’s canonisation ceremony on Tata Sky’s Active Devotion

    Live feed of Mother Teresa’s canonisation ceremony on Tata Sky’s Active Devotion

    MUMBAI: Tata Sky, India’s leading DTH service provider, will bring Mother Teresa’s canonisation ceremony live to its subscriber’s homes. Subscribers of the interactive service can watch the ceremony on Actve Devotion (Channel No. 1051) live on September 4 th , 2016 from 1.30 pm to 4pm India time.

    Pope Francis will confer sainthood on her at the ceremony at the Vatican on Sunday, which Tata Sky subscribers will be able to watch at home. Mother Teresa was an icon who embodied God’s tender mercy and dedicated her life to carrying out His work on the streets of Kolkata, offering succour and relief to the poor and destitute.

  • Live feed of Mother Teresa’s canonisation ceremony on Tata Sky’s Active Devotion

    Live feed of Mother Teresa’s canonisation ceremony on Tata Sky’s Active Devotion

    MUMBAI: Tata Sky, India’s leading DTH service provider, will bring Mother Teresa’s canonisation ceremony live to its subscriber’s homes. Subscribers of the interactive service can watch the ceremony on Actve Devotion (Channel No. 1051) live on September 4 th , 2016 from 1.30 pm to 4pm India time.

    Pope Francis will confer sainthood on her at the ceremony at the Vatican on Sunday, which Tata Sky subscribers will be able to watch at home. Mother Teresa was an icon who embodied God’s tender mercy and dedicated her life to carrying out His work on the streets of Kolkata, offering succour and relief to the poor and destitute.

  • Endemol Shine India’s Abhishek Rege to head films as well

    Endemol Shine India’s Abhishek Rege to head films as well

    MUMBAI: Endemol Shine India has elevated Abhishek Rege as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) for Television & Films. Rege currently leads the television business of the company as COO for Television. One of the leading and most valuable content production companies in India across television, film and digital content, Endemol Shine India is currently the premier content provider in the Sub-Continent, producing over 800 hours of programming annually for the biggest broadcasters across mainstream & regional. The company has also recently forayed into the movie making business and has co-produced films like Brothers, Traffic and Te3n. In his new role, Abhishek will be responsible to nurture and further grow the company’s film business in India, in addition to overlooking Endemol Shine India’s robust Television Business. Abhishek will continue to report into Deepak Dhar, MD and CEO, Endemol Shine India.

    Abhishek has been pivotal in driving growth for the television business at Endemol Shine India by developing franchises of high performing contents/shows, implementing regional diversification and ensuring strategic presence in production across most of the key markets in India. An accomplished professional with an in-depth knowledge in all aspects of the media industry, Abhishek has a proven success record and is proficient in leveraging comprehensive markets and industry knowledge to ensure high momentum business growth, build a high performance team and forecast future business needs. Abhishek is an empowering leader skilled in attracting and retaining industry talent, building positive employee relationships and tailoring management style to accommodate diverse personalities, skill sets and experience levels.

    “Having worked with Abhishek closely for many years, I have great confidence in his understanding and capabilities of the business. Leading such a diverse portfolio in today’s dynamic environment is a mammoth task. Under Abhishek’s able leadership our television business continues to grow and I am confident that he will also evolve our burgeoning film business”, said Deepak Dhar, MD & CEO, Endemol Shine India, about the new appointment.

    “I am delighted to have the opportunity to spearhead the film business for Endemol Shine India. By venturing into films, we have embarked on an ambitious growth path, not just from a business perspective, but also as creative professionals. I look forward to working closely with Deepak to grow the business further.” said Abhishek Rege.

    Prior to Endemol Shine, Abhishek was a Director of Business Operations for Viacom 18 Media Pvt. Ltd, New Jersey, USA and was responsible for its revenues and subscriptions by spearheading strategic, multilingual and local marketing campaigns. Abhishek started his career at Star India where he played a key role in scheduling and acquisition of content for the International beams and for the premium channels for the Tata Sky DTH service in addition to handling key commercial and compliance roles for the STAR channels.

  • Endemol Shine India’s Abhishek Rege to head films as well

    Endemol Shine India’s Abhishek Rege to head films as well

    MUMBAI: Endemol Shine India has elevated Abhishek Rege as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) for Television & Films. Rege currently leads the television business of the company as COO for Television. One of the leading and most valuable content production companies in India across television, film and digital content, Endemol Shine India is currently the premier content provider in the Sub-Continent, producing over 800 hours of programming annually for the biggest broadcasters across mainstream & regional. The company has also recently forayed into the movie making business and has co-produced films like Brothers, Traffic and Te3n. In his new role, Abhishek will be responsible to nurture and further grow the company’s film business in India, in addition to overlooking Endemol Shine India’s robust Television Business. Abhishek will continue to report into Deepak Dhar, MD and CEO, Endemol Shine India.

    Abhishek has been pivotal in driving growth for the television business at Endemol Shine India by developing franchises of high performing contents/shows, implementing regional diversification and ensuring strategic presence in production across most of the key markets in India. An accomplished professional with an in-depth knowledge in all aspects of the media industry, Abhishek has a proven success record and is proficient in leveraging comprehensive markets and industry knowledge to ensure high momentum business growth, build a high performance team and forecast future business needs. Abhishek is an empowering leader skilled in attracting and retaining industry talent, building positive employee relationships and tailoring management style to accommodate diverse personalities, skill sets and experience levels.

    “Having worked with Abhishek closely for many years, I have great confidence in his understanding and capabilities of the business. Leading such a diverse portfolio in today’s dynamic environment is a mammoth task. Under Abhishek’s able leadership our television business continues to grow and I am confident that he will also evolve our burgeoning film business”, said Deepak Dhar, MD & CEO, Endemol Shine India, about the new appointment.

    “I am delighted to have the opportunity to spearhead the film business for Endemol Shine India. By venturing into films, we have embarked on an ambitious growth path, not just from a business perspective, but also as creative professionals. I look forward to working closely with Deepak to grow the business further.” said Abhishek Rege.

    Prior to Endemol Shine, Abhishek was a Director of Business Operations for Viacom 18 Media Pvt. Ltd, New Jersey, USA and was responsible for its revenues and subscriptions by spearheading strategic, multilingual and local marketing campaigns. Abhishek started his career at Star India where he played a key role in scheduling and acquisition of content for the International beams and for the premium channels for the Tata Sky DTH service in addition to handling key commercial and compliance roles for the STAR channels.

  • AIR, DD modernisation progress unsatisfactory: Parliamentary Committee

    AIR, DD modernisation progress unsatisfactory: Parliamentary Committee

    NEW DELHI: Noting that it is ‘very crucial to rejuvenate and revitalize Prasar Bharati by improving its efficiency, effectiveness and quality of broadcasting through complete digitization;’ a Parliamentary Committee has said that the performance in this regard during the Eleventh Plan was ‘unsatisfactory’.

     

    The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Information Technology, which also examines Information and Broadcasting, in a recent report recommended that earnest efforts must be made to see that all the planned schemes for modernization of All India Radio and Doordarshan are implemented during the Twelfth Plan period.

     

    It noted that one of the focal points of successive reports of the Committee have been the modernization of AIR and DD. The Committee noted that for the Twelfth Plan period, the Government allocated Rs 2252 crore for AIR for modernisation and expansion of its infrastructure, which includes Rs 1020 crore for the new schemes under the Twelfth Plan and Rs 1232 crore for the continuing schemes of the Tenth and Eleventh Plans. 

     

    In regard to the modernisation of Doordarshan, the Committee was informed that it is a continuous process and various schemes for modernisation are formulated and implemented from time to time. At present, the schemes, which are under implementation include Digitalization of Transmitters and Studios in Doordarshan Network, High Definition Television (HDTV), Modernization, Augmentation and Replacement of Transmitter and Studio equipment, Modernisation, Augmentation and Replacement of Satellite Broadcast equipment and DTH Service, etc. 

     

    The Committee recommended that the remaining works related to digitisation of Medium Wave (MW) and Short Wave (SW) Transmitters, studios and digitisation of connectivity are completed within the time limits prescribed under the Twelfth Plan. 

     

    The Committee took ‘serious note of the fact that for complete digitisation of AIR networks and 100 per cent coverage by FM signal, inadequate funds were allocated during the Eleventh Plan and even during the Twelfth Plan, the requisite requirement of Rs 4179 crore allocation has not been met and as a result, the digitization plan has been shifted further and is expected to be completed only by December 2018.

     

    The Committee noted that both AIR and DD as national broadcasters are playing a crucial role in the socio-economic development of the country because of their extensive reach across the masses, particularly in the rural and far flung areas of the country. 

  • Videocon d2h’s new brand campaign to feature Parineeti Chopra

    Videocon d2h’s new brand campaign to feature Parineeti Chopra

    NEW DELHI: Top Bollywood actor and talented personality Parineeti Chopra is to be the new face of Videocon d2h and will feature in their upcoming brand campaign that focuses on Indian values.

     

    Through the new campaign, the brand will showcase its innovative and technologically advanced Unlimited Asli HD Recorder and the new Radio Frequency Remote with earphones which assures convenience and comfort for television viewing.

     

    Videocon director Saurabh Dhoot said, “Indian values epitomize our society. They are a part of our lifestyle and culture. Our new brand campaign featuring Parineeti captures some of these sentiments of Indian values and integrates it with our product deliverables. We believe Parineeti is the most appropriate choice to communicate our brand values. With all these unique features, one can attend to others, without missing the action on TV.”

     

    Videocon d2h CEO Anil Khera added: “With Videocon d2h, now you can pause your TV, record unlimited content, which means you will not have a problem being interrupted anymore. We are happy to have Parineeti as a part of the Videocon d2h family.  In addition to her acting talent, her connect with the Indian masses will definitely help us reach out to our customers. Our main focus is to enhance the customers’ television viewing experience.”

     

    The campaign highlights the solution Videocon d2h will provide its customers with this new product that gives the option of Recording, Pause Live TV, rewind-forward.

     

    “I am very excited and privileged to be part of the Videocon d2h family, India’s fastest growing DTH service. It is a great brand with awesome services like a recording service that they have brought to the Indian consumer at just Re.1 per day and innovations like a RF remote, which you can just plug earphones into and enjoy a private TV viewing experience. What I loved about this campaign is the way in which Indian values are portrayed; it’s quite different and fun. We are all brought up on strong values and so I think it is a nice message to keep Indian values intact. I myself have seen these values disappearing when we are glued to TV. It is a campaign I could really relate to and I think people will as well”, Parineeti Chopra said.

     

    Videocon d2h currently offers 500 Channels and Services which includes 27 Asli “HD” channels & services and a host of regional channels.