# Journalism Guide

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## Posts

- [9X Jhakaas added on DD Free Dish](https://journalismguide.in/9x-jhakaas-added-on-dd-free-dish/): 9X Media’s renowned Marathi music channel ‘9X Jhakaas‘ participated in the 93rd e-auction of Prasar Bharati’s free DTH service DD Free Dish, in which after winning the slot, the channel has gone live on MPEG4 set top boxes. DD Free Dish has given free mpeg4 slots to regional language channels under a pilot project, in which not only Marathi but also Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Oriya, Bengali etc. channels have been added such as R Plus, R Plus Gold, Kolkata TV, ABP Majha, Mazhavil Manorama, Kanak News, etc. To watch 9X Jhakaas and other new channels, you must have an
- [Balle Balle Removed by Airtel DTH](https://journalismguide.in/balle-balle-removed-by-airtel-dth/): India’s No.1 Punjabi Music Channel‘Balle Balle‘ has been removed from the Direct to Home DTH platform ‘Airtel Digital TV‘. This Punjabi Music Channel is the Exclusive Prime aspect of the Punjabi Entertainment Industry. You get the wide range of Latest Punjabi Songs, Entertainment Shows, and many more which will leave you spellbound. Balle Balle Removed by Airtel DTH due to Non Payment of dues. This channel is currently available on other DTH and Cable TV platforms including Dish TV, d2h, Fastway, DEN, etc. Read more posts: I hope you liked Balle Balle Removed by Airtel DTH post. Keep sharing this
- [Brio TV added by Airtel DTH](https://journalismguide.in/brio-tv-added-by-airtel-dth/): ‘Brio TV‘ Channel is an Indian-based, exclusive women’s general entertainment channel, focusing on empowering content and is now available on the Direct to Home DTH platform ‘Airtel Digital TV’ for Tamil Viewers. This channel is Free to Air FTA from the Broadcaster on GSAT-30 at 83 degree east C Band Satellite. To watch Brio TV channel on Airtel DTH, tune into channel number 778. Every Subscriber can watch this channel Free in all packs. Brio TV is also available on other Cable TV and Digital platforms including the Jio TV+ app. Read more posts: I hope you liked Brio TV
- [Travel XP SD added on Dish TV](https://journalismguide.in/travel-xp-sd-added-on-dish-tv/): Lifestyle and Travel Channel “Travel XP” Standard Definition Version is now also available on the Direct to Home DTH operator “Dish TV” after d2h channels migration from ST-2 to SES-8 Satellite. Travel XP HD is already available since 2022 but after such a long wait finally the SD version landed on the Dish TV platform. To watch Travel XP SD on Dish TV, tune into channel number 921. This channel is priced at Rs.3/- per month. Travel XP SD is also available on other DTH and Cable TV platforms including d2h, Tata Play and Airtel DTH. Read more posts: I
- [Living India News added by Dish TV](https://journalismguide.in/living-india-news-added-by-dish-tv/): Living India News is a 24×7 satellite Regional News channel with deep focus on the North Indian states of Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu Kashmir & Delhi. Living India News is now available on the Direct to Home DTH platform ‘Dish TV’ after signing a Carriage deal. To watch Living India News on Dish TV, tune into channel number 1198. This channel is Free to Air FTA and available on All Base Packs without any extra charges. Living India News is also available on other DTH and Cable TV platforms including Tata Play, Airtel DTH, Fastway Cable, Fastway IPTV, etc.
- [Jantantra TV will be removed from Dish TV](https://journalismguide.in/jantantra-tv-will-be-removed-from-dish-tv/): The direct to Home DTH operator ‘Dish TV‘ is ready to remove Uttar Pradesh Uttrakhand Region Hindi Regional News channel ‘Jantantra TV‘ from its platform with effect from 10th December 2025 onwards. The Jantantra TV channel is unable to pay carriage fees to the Dish TV. Jantantra TV channel is available on Dish TV at Channel No. 672. Jantantra TV is a Hindi news channel, think of it as a constantly glowing newsroom plaza where national news, politics, ground reports, and debates. Jantantra TV is also available on other DTH and Cable TV platforms including Tata Play, DEN, etc. Read
- [Sach Bedhadak added on Dish TV](https://journalismguide.in/sach-bedhadak-added-on-dish-tv/): Direct to Home DTH operator ‘Dish TV‘ Launches New Rajasthani Hindi Regional News Channel “Sach Bedhadak” on its platform. This channel refers to a Rajasthan-based news and media organization that operates a Hindi-language newspaper, a 24×7 regional news channel through GSAT-30 at 83 degree east C Band Satellite. To watch Sach Bedhadak on Dish TV, tune into channel number 730. This channel is Free to Air FTA and available on All Base Packs. This channel is also available on other DTH and Cable TV platforms including Tata Play, Jio TV, etc. Read more posts: I hope you liked Sach Bedhadak
- [My Lord Channel started from Intelsat 20 C Band](https://journalismguide.in/my-lord-channel-started-from-intelsat-20-c-band/): Zee Entertainment Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. is planning to expand its channel Portfolio with the launch of India’s first Courtroom Legal Proceedings Satellite TV channel named ‘MyLord‘ soon. This channel started from Intelsat 20 at 68.5 degree east C Band on Frequency: 3493, Polarization: Horizontal (H), Symbol Rate: 10699 MyLord Channel will launch soon and will be available on All major Direct to Home DTH and Cable TV platforms including Tata Play, Airtel DTH etc. Read more posts: I hope you liked My Lord Channel started from Intelsat 20 C Band post. Keep sharing this information with your friends and family
- [Dish TV started adding d2h Channels](https://journalismguide.in/dish-tv-started-adding-d2h-channels/): India’s popular DTH operator Dish TV has started shifting channels from Videocon d2h’s satellite ST2 to its own satellite SES8. This process will take 1 to 2 months and Dish TV will offer all South Indian channels from its own satellite. Currently, d2h was using a different satellite and Dish TV was using its own satellite, in which d2h was providing services for South Indian channels like Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada language channels, while Hindi and all North East and West channels were available on Dish TV. Dish TV will now use only one satellite, SES-8, to save money,
- [Skyama Dailypost added on DD Free Dish](https://journalismguide.in/skyama-dailypost-added-on-dd-free-dish/): ‘Skyama Dailypost‘, a new Regional News channel from DailyPost Punjabi, had been running on a test signal on the C-band satellite GSat 30 at 83* degree east for the past few months, but it has finally found its way to expand its reach with the launch on leading DTH operator ‘DD Free Dish’. The new channel won the slot in the recent 92 e auction process by DD Free Dish for Mpeg4 vacant slots. Currently, Skyama Dailypost channel hasn’t officially launched, and only one type of content is repeating, and the picture quality isn’t very clear. We hope that the
- [Tata Play Vs Airtel DTH Comparison 2026](https://journalismguide.in/tata-play-vs-airtel-dth-comparison-2026/): The DTH (Direct-to-Home) industry in India continues to evolve despite the growing popularity of OTT platforms. Two of the biggest players, Tata Play and Airtel Digital TV, are constantly upgrading their technology, packs, and customer support to stay competitive. Tata Play (formerly Tata Sky) is India’s largest DTH provider with a maximum number of channels, best service quality, and wide channel availability in both SD and HD. While on the other side Airtel Digital TV, part of Bharti Airtel, is another major DTH operator known for its integration with telecom and broadband wifi services. Both DTH offer affordable monthly packs.
- [Typezone Full HD MPEG-4 Box IPTV Channel List](https://journalismguide.in/typezone-full-hd-mpeg-4-box-iptv-channel-list/): Today we’ll share with you the full list of 300+ IPTV channels available in our brand new ‘Typezone‘ Full HD MPEG4 set-top box. This box allows you to watch over 400+ DD Free Dish TV channels using a dish antenna, and you can also use a USB Wi-Fi antenna dongle to connect your Wi-Fi connection or a mobile hotspot to watch IPTV channels online without a dish antenna. A dish antenna is required to watch DD Free Dish channels in this box. If you want to watch TV channels without a dish antenna, you’ll need an internet connection. Apart from
- [Tamilan TV started from GSAT-30 C Band](https://journalismguide.in/tamilan-tv-started-from-gsat-30-c-band/): Free to Air FTA Tamil Entertainment Channel “Tamilan TV” changed its satellite position and parameters from Intelsat 17 at 66 degree east to GSAT-30 at 83 degree east. Now you can watch Tamilan TV on GSAT-30 at no extra cost through FTA Set Top Box. Tamilan TV on GSAT-30 at 83 degree east, Frequency: 3805, Polarization: Horizontal (H), Symbol Rate: 28500. Tamilan TV is currently available on Sun Direct DTH and other popular Cable TV platforms. Read more posts: I hope you liked Tamilan TV started from GSAT-30 C Band post. Keep sharing this information with your friends and family
- [HNN 24x7 added on Airtel DTH](https://journalismguide.in/hnn-24x7-added-on-airtel-dth/): HNN 24×7, a Hindi news channel from Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand region, has directly signed a loan fee deal with DTH operator Airtel Digital TV and you will be able to watch this channel on all your Airtel DTH set top boxes. To watch HNN 24×7 on Airtel DTH, tune into channel number 354. This is a free to air channel and you will be able to watch this channel in all your packs without any additional charges. HNN 24×7 channel is also available on other DTH and Cable TV platforms including Tata Play, DEN, etc. Read more posts: I
- [Journalism Guide Launches Typezone Set Top Box](https://journalismguide.in/journalism-guide-launches-typezone-set-top-box/): The Journalism Guide YouTube channel has launched its first MPEG4 set-top box, called ‘Typezone‘. The highlight of this set-top box is its availability, offering access to all 450+ MPEG2 and MPEG4 channels from DD Free Dish. You can also plug in a pen drive and watch your favorite videos on a large TV screen. With this Typezone set-top box, you can record programs from your favorite channels and play them back later. If you plug in a WiFi adapter, you can also watch YouTube, Dailymotion, and over 300+ IPTV channels using your home WiFi connection or a mobile hotspot. To
- [Aaj Ki Khabar started from GSAT-30 C Band](https://journalismguide.in/aaj-ki-khabar-started-from-gsat-30-c-band/): Swastik Telemedia is preparing to launch its first satellite Hindi news channel, ‘Aaj Ki Khabar‘. Currently running on a test signal, available on GSAT 30, a C-band satellite located at 83 degrees East. If you have a C-band satellite and a free to Air set-top box, you can watch this channel for free. Aaj ki Khabar channel available on GSAT-30 on Transponder Frequency: 3857, Polarization: Horizontal (H), Symbol Rate: 11740. This channel is coming soon on Tata Play and Airtel DTH after the official launch. Read more posts: I hope you liked Aaj Ki Khabar started from GSAT-30 C Band
- [TV13 Gujarati Coming Soon on Tata Play](https://journalismguide.in/tv13-gujarati-coming-soon-on-tata-play/): TV13 Gujarati is a Gujarati-language Free to Air FTA news channel based in Gujarat, India.It mainly covers local, national, and international news, along with topics like politics, business, entertainment, and regional updates. TV13 Gujarati was previously a digital-only Gujarati news channel. It has now launched on satellite TV for the first time. Currently, the channel is available free-to-air on GSAT 30, which is located in the 83° east C-band. However, the channel is looking to expand its reach and reach millions of viewers by partnering with direct-to-home DTH operator ‘Tata Play‘. According to reports, TV13 Gujarati will soon be available
- [DD Free Dish Channel List 2026](https://journalismguide.in/dd-free-dish-channel-list-2026/): Today we bring you the DD Free Dish channel list 2026 which includes all the MPEG-2 and MPEG-4 channels along with popular HD channels and educational channels. Currently, you can watch only 94 channels in DD Free Dish’s MPEG2 set top box, whereas if you install a Typezone Full HD MPEG4 box, the number of channels you can watch will increase to more than 450. If you’ve been looking for a high-quality set-top box for DD Free Dish, we’ve brought you our brand new Typezone MPEG-4 Full HD box. The highlight of this box is its 450+ channels including HD
- [Dabangg and Maiboli Removed by DD Free Dish](https://journalismguide.in/dabangg-and-maiboli-removed-by-dd-free-dish/): Bhojpuri and Marathi music channels ‘Dabangg‘ and ‘Maiboli‘ operated by the Sri Adhikari Brothers, have been removed from the Lifetime Free DTH service ‘DD Free Dish‘. Shri Adhikari Brothers has been facing financial difficulties for some time, which has made it unable to pay e-auction installments to DD Free Dish. Dabangg and MaiBoli channels were available in the MPEG4 slots of DD Free Dish and now the slots have become vacant and to fill these, New e Auction will be taken once again by DD Free Dish in the near future. Read more posts: I hope you liked Dabangg and
- [Mastiii Removed by DD Free Dish](https://journalismguide.in/mastiii-removed-by-dd-free-dish/): Mastiii, the popular Hindi music channel run by the Shri Adhikari Brothers, has been removed from the direct-to-home DTH platform DD Free Dish. According to sources, the Shri Adhikari Brothers group is facing financial difficulties and is gradually removing all of its channels from cable TV and DTH platforms, including DD Free Dish. Mastiii channel was available on DD Free Dish’s MPEG2 frequency for the past few years, but now you will no longer be able to watch this channel on DD Free Dish. For some time now, songs have been stopped from being shown on Mastiii channel and it
- [Sony Wah Channel Number Changed by DD Free Dish](https://journalismguide.in/sony-wah-channel-number-changed-by-dd-free-dish/): Direct-to-home DTH operator DD Free Dish has changed the channel number for Sony’s Hindi movie channel Sony Wah which previously available on channel number 58, will now be shifted to New channel number 49. DD Free Dish had recently organised 91 e Auction to fill vacant MPEG-2 slots which failed and no channel participated in it due to which two slots remained vacant, out of which Sony acquired one slot by paying more and Sony moved the number of that channel a little forward so that Sony could reach more people. Read more posts: I hope you liked Sony Wah
- [Shemaroo Josh added on Fastway Cable](https://journalismguide.in/shemaroo-josh-added-on-fastway-cable/): Fastway Cable has entered into an agreement with Shemaroo and added their new Hindi movie channel Shemaroo Josh to its cable TV set top box and Fastway Plus IPTV set top box. Apart from Shemaroo Josh, you can also watch Hindi GEC Shemaroo TV and Shemaroo Umang on Fastway Cable. To watch Shemaroo Josh on Fastway Cable and Fastway Plus IPTV Set Top Box at Channel number 194. This channel is Free to Air FTA so it will be part of All Base Packs without any extra charges. Shemaroo Josh is also available on other DTH and Cable TV platforms
- [Siri Kannada started from GSAT-30 C Band](https://journalismguide.in/siri-kannada-started-from-gsat-30-c-band/): ‘Siri Kannada‘ is the only Free To Air FTA Kannada GEC channel, which offers unlimited entertainment with its original Fiction & non Fiction shows along with Movies. Currently Siri Kannada is using an All Time channel licence to run through C Band Satellite but now they also got its own license and hence they started its Test Signal Transmission from GSAT-30 at 83 degree east C Band. Siri Kannada channel started from GSAT-30 at 83 degree east C Band on Transponder Frequency: 3925, Polarization: Horizontal, Symbol Rate: 28500. Siri Kannada is currently available on All major DTH and Cable TV
- [Fastway IPTV Box Channel List](https://journalismguide.in/fastway-iptv-box-channel-list/): Fastway and Netplus Broadband Launches its First Internet Protocol TV service named Fastway Plus IPTV with latest Android 12. In this box customers can enjoy around 300+ SD and HD Channels, Video On Demand, Catchup TV, Google Play Store to install your favourite 5000+ Apps. Fastway IPTV box also supports the Google Assistant feature to give voice commands for your favourite series or shows as well as Dual Band WiFi, Bluetooth, Dolby Digital Optical Out, etc. Today we are here to give you the Full available channels list of Fastway IPTV set top box which is divided by different IPTV
- [Manoranjan Prime added on Tata Play](https://journalismguide.in/manoranjan-prime-added-on-tata-play/): The Manoranjan network has once again struck a deal with the Direct to Home DTH operator ‘Tata Play‘ to add its newly rebranded Bhojpuri entertainment channel ‘Manoranjan Prime‘. We would like to inform you that Manoranjan Prime was earlier airing Hindi movies but since it did not get any positive results, the broadcaster decided to change the genre of the channel from Hindi movies to Bhojpuri channel. To watch Manoranjan Prime on Tata Play, tune into channel number 1124. This channel is Free to Air FTA and available on All Base packs without any extra charges. Manoranjan Prime was also
- [DD Free Dish 91 e Auction from 18 Sep](https://journalismguide.in/dd-free-dish-91-e-auction-from-18-sep/): Prasar Bharati and Doordarshan have announced to do DD Free Dish 91 e Auction to add new channels in DD Free Dish MPEG2 slots. This e Auction will be on a pro rate basis which is scheduled for 18 September 2025. On this day, new channels will be given a chance to get the vacant MPEG2 slot of DD Free Dish. If a channel successfully wins a slot in this auction, then that channel will be added to the set top box by DD Free Dish from 27th September 2025 and it will be able to retain its channel on
- [Airtel Fiber IPTV Channel List](https://journalismguide.in/airtel-fiber-iptv-channel-list/): Today we will talk about all the channels of the IPTV set top box that comes with Airtel Fiber, which they are offering with all plans of Rs 599 and above. Airtel offering Airtel Xstream TV IPTV set top box in which you get to watch more than 300+ TV channels in the Hindi Ultimate Plus HD package. On the other hand, Ultimate HD packages are also offered for other states in the name of Ultimate HD Plus Oriya, Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu, etc. Today we will show you the list of all the channels offered in the Airtel Xstream IPTV
- [TV27 News added on Airtel DTH](https://journalismguide.in/tv27-news-added-on-airtel-dth/): Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh region Free to Air FTA Hindi Regional News Channel “TV27 News” is now available on Direct to Home DTH operator “Airtel Digital TV” to expand its reach. TV27 News is also available on major DTH and Cable TV platforms including Tata Play, etc. To watch TV27 News on Airtel DTH, tune into channel number 383. This channel is available on All Base packs without any extra charges. You can also watch other popular Hindi Regional News channels on Airtel DTH for MP and CG Region such as NDTV MP/CG, Zee MP/CG, News State MP CG, etc.
- [T News added on Airtel DTH](https://journalismguide.in/t-news-added-on-airtel-dth/): T News is a popular Free to Air FTA Telugu news channel based in Telangana, India. It was launched with the aim of providing dedicated coverage of regional, national, and international news, with a special focus on issues concerning the people of Telangana. After a long negotiation between T News and Airtel, both parties are ready to bring back the channel on Airtel Digital TV. To watch T News Channel on Airtel DTH, tune into channel number 924. This channel is available on All Base packs as the channel Free by the broadcaster. T News is also available on other
- [Manoranjan Prime Removed by DD Free Dish](https://journalismguide.in/manoranjan-prime-removed-by-dd-free-dish/): Manoranjan Prime, a Hindi movie and entertainment channel run by Manoranjan Network, has been removed from the DD Free Dish DTH platform. Manoranjan Network found it better to remove this channel from DD Free Dish as it was not getting any significant profit from this channel as it would have had to pay crores of rupees to keep this channel on DD Free Dish while crores of rupees were not coming in the form of advertisements. Manoranjan Prime was available on DD Free Dish in the MPEG-2 slot and now the slot is replaced with Colorbars and EPG updated as
- [Shemaroo Josh added on DD Free Dish](https://journalismguide.in/shemaroo-josh-added-on-dd-free-dish/): Shemaroo Network has launched its first Hindi movie channel ‘Shemaroo Josh‘ from 1 September 2025. In this new movie channel, you can enjoy blockbuster Hindi movies like Animal, Kantara, MCK, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, etc. You can watch the Shemaroo Josh channel on the Direct to Home DTH platform ‘DD Free Dish’ absolutely free. To watch Shemaroo Josh on DD Free Dish, tune into channel number 53. This is a Free to Air FTA channel and there will be no charge for watching it. Apart from DD Free Dish, this new channel can also be watched on other major DTH and cable
- [Jio Fiber Channel List](https://journalismguide.in/jio-fiber-channel-list/): Jio TV+ is Reliance’s comprehensive live TV app, available via Jio Fiber Set-Top Boxes as well as Android TV apps. It offers an impressive array of live TV channels and streaming services under a single unified app. You can enjoy 800+ channels including 80+ HD Channels in different categories such as Hindi, Punjabi, Bengali, Gujarati, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Oriya, Malayalam, Kannada, Assamese etc. Today we have created a Jio Fiber channel list which you can watch by installing the Jio TV Plus app on the Jio Fiber set top box and Android TV but keep in mind that all these
- [India News added by DD Free Dish](https://journalismguide.in/india-news-added-by-dd-free-dish/): Prasar Bharati Doordarshan’s Lifetime Free DTH service “DD Free Dish” adds another New Channel named “India News” on its platform via the 90 e Auction process for Mpeg-2 slots. India News paid around 8 Crore to secure a vacant slot in the DD free Dish platform. India News channel added on DD Free Dish in place of Test 419 slot. India News is also available on other popular DTH and cable TV platforms including Tata Play, Dish TV, Airtel DTH. Read more posts: I hope you liked India News added by DD Free Dish post. Keep sharing this information with
- [Sri Jagannath Dham Channel started from GSAT-30 C Band](https://journalismguide.in/sri-jagannath-dham-channel-started-from-gsat-30-c-band/): Tarang TV Network has started preparations to launch the second Oriya devotional channel “Sri Jagannath Dham“. Recently, they have also applied for the trademark of their new channel Sri Jagannath Dham and have also received the license approval from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting to launch the channel. Now the test signal of this channel has started on GSAT 30 which is located at 83 degrees East C Band. Shri Jagannath Dham channel will be a pay channel which will cost ₹2 per month to watch on DTH and cable TV. In this new channel, you will get a
- [India News to launch on DD Free Dish](https://journalismguide.in/india-news-to-launch-on-dd-free-dish/): India News is a popular Hindi National news channel owned by iTV Network, one of India’s leading media groups. The channel was launched in 2007 and is now Re-launching on the Direct to Home DTH platform “DD Free Dish” starting 29th August 2025 onwards. India News was also on DD Free Dish earlier but due to some payment issues they withdrew it. Now again coming back on DD Free Dish through 90 e Auction process for vacant MPEG-2 slot. India News is also available on other popular DTH and Cable TV platforms including Tata Play, Airtel DTH, etc. Read more
- [Ashwaveega News started from GSAT-30 C Band](https://journalismguide.in/ashwaveega-news-started-from-gsat-30-c-band/): Ashwaveega News is a fast-paced, Kannada news Digital channel operated by Ashwaveega Media Private Limited that has now started Test Signal Transmission from GSAT-30 C Band for Television viewing audiences. Ashwaveega News is now available as a Free to Air FTA channel and is coming soon on major DTH and Cable TV platforms. Ashwaveega News channel emphasizes delivering news in simple, direct, and unbiased Kannada, covering a broad spectrum of topics from politics and cinema to sports, business, etc. This channel’s official launch date is not yet announced, once it’s launched, then it will be part of Tata Play, Airtel
- [Manoranjan Movies Removed by Tata Play](https://journalismguide.in/manoranjan-movies-removed-by-tata-play/): Manoranjan Movies is a popular Punjabi movie  channel that offers a wide variety of Punjabi films. The channel primarily focuses on punjabi cinema, showcasing a mix of blockbuster hits, and popular Punjabi songs is now no longer available on Tata Play DTH platform. Manoranjan Movies was available on Tata Play DTH at Channel number 1913. Now Tata Play users will not be able to view it due to some carriage fees issues between Manoranjan Network and Tata Play and the channel dropped by Tata Play. Read more posts: I hope you liked Manoranjan Movies Removed by Tata Play post. Keep
- [How to Solve Signal Problem in DD Free Dish Set Top Box](https://journalismguide.in/how-to-solve-signal-problem-in-dd-free-dish-set-top-box/): If you are using DD Free Dish and facing signal issues that can interrupt their TV viewing experience. A weak or no signal usually happens due to dish alignment, loose cable connections, or rainy weather conditions. We will give you some tips to solve these issues by yourself and no need to hire a technician for signal setting. DD Free Dish is the only DTH in India who gives 450+ TV Channels Free for Lifetime. DD Free Dish allows viewers to watch TV channels without paying any monthly subscription fee. Just buy a MPEG2 or MPEG4 Set-top box and dish
- [Zee Entertainment to launch Zee Classic 2](https://journalismguide.in/zee-entertainment-to-launch-zee-classic-2/): Zee Entertainment Enterprises (Zeel) is planning to expand its Hindi Movies portfolio with the launch of another new Channel named “Zee Classic 2” for Hindi Movie lovers. Zee Classic is a unique Hindi movie channel in India, Launched in 2005, it stands out for its exclusive focus on the golden era of Hindi classic films from the 1940s to the 1990s that have shaped Indian cinema. Now the Zee Classic 2 is also going to launch soon. Zee Entertainment applied for a Trademark of Zee Classic 2 channel and once they got registered then the channel transmission will start anytime
- [Zee Bangla Cinema is Now Zee Bangla Sonar](https://journalismguide.in/zee-bangla-cinema-is-now-zee-bangla-sonar/): Zee Entertainment Enterprises has embarked on a strategic rebrand, transforming Zee Bangla Cinema into ‘Zee Bangla Sonar‘ from 10th August 2025. Moving beyond pure movie offerings, Zee Bangla Sonar integrates fiction, non-fiction, and film, delivering cinematic storytelling in a versatile, engaging package and some popular Bengali shows. Zee Bangla Sonar is available on All major DTH and Cable TV platforms at an ala carte price of Rs.10/- per month. The two channels, Zee Bangla and Zee Bangla Sonar complement each other, offering advertisers broader, more targeted engagement options within the Bengali General Entertainment market. Read more posts: I hope you
- [Darshana TV started from GSAT-30 C Band](https://journalismguide.in/darshana-tv-started-from-gsat-30-c-band/): Darshana TV is a Free to Air FTA Malayalam  spiritual and cultural television channel based in Kozhikode, Kerala. This channel was Launched in 2012, the channel primarily focuses on promoting Indian culture, spirituality, devotional music, and traditional values. It caters to audiences seeking enriching content rooted in religious teachings, philosophy, and wellness is now shifted to New Satellite GSAT-30 at 83 degree east C Band. Darshana TV channel is now available on GSAT-30 C Band Satellite on Transponder Frequency: 3868, Polarization: Horizontal (H), Symbol Rate: 10000, MPEG-4. To view this channel you need a Free to Air FTA Box with
- [Philo TV Review 2025: Is It Worth $28 Month](https://journalismguide.in/philo-tv-review-2025-is-it-worth-28-month/): Philo TV is a popular live TV streaming service in the United States, known for its affordable pricing and entertainment-focused channel lineup. Launched to provide a low-cost alternative to cable, Philo TV offers a wide range of live and on-demand TV channels, with a strong emphasis on lifestyle, entertainment, and educational content. Philo TV is ideal for viewers who don’t need sports or local channels but want access to popular entertainment and lifestyle networks at a budget-friendly price. Philo offers a single package priced at $28 month which includes over 70+ popular TV channels and unlimited DVR storage (saved for
- [Brio TV Tamil Channel Launched](https://journalismguide.in/brio-tv-tamil-channel-launched/): ‘Brio‘, a growing name in regional broadcasting, has officially launched its new Women’s Tamil-language entertainment channel “Brio TV“, marking a major step in expanding its presence in Tamilnadu’s television market. The new Brio TV Tamil channel promises a rich mix of Tamil serials, classic and contemporary movies, shows aimed at Tamil-speaking audiences across Tamil Nadu and beyond. Brio TV is in talks with major DTH and cable networks, the channel is expected to strengthen Brio TV’s regional offering and compete with established Tamil channels in the market. Brio TV is a Free to Air FTA channel and available through GSAT-30
- [Zee Entertainment to launch Zee Power Channel](https://journalismguide.in/zee-entertainment-to-launch-zee-power-channel/): Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. (ZEEL), one of India’s leading media and entertainment companies, is set to expand its television portfolio with the launch of a brand-new channel Kannada GEC and Movie Channel Zee Power. Slated to go live in from August 10th, Zee Power is expected to focus on action-packed entertainment, including high-octane movies, dubbed South Indian blockbusters, and adrenaline-filled TV series. The channel aims to cater to audiences who enjoy fast-paced, high-energy content across both rural and urban Karnataka markets. Zee Power and Zee Power HD Channel will be available on All major DTH and Cable TV platforms including
- [CNBC TV18 Prime HD added on Airtel DTH](https://journalismguide.in/cnbc-tv18-prime-hd-added-on-airtel-dth/): Jio Star’s English Business News HD Channel “CNBC TV18 Prime” is now available on the Direct to Home DTH operator “Airtel Digital TV” starting 5th August 2025 Onwards. This channel shows Real-time Indian and International Financial News. Jio Star also runs other Business News channels in Standard Definition SD version named “CNBC TV18” (English), “CNBC Awaaz” (Hindi News), and “CNBC Bajar” (Gujarati) in India. To watch CNBC TV18 Prime HD on Airtel DTH, tune into channel number 400. This channel is paid by the broadcaster so the customer needs to spend 1/- per month to view this channel. apart from
- [Sony Sports Ten 4 Telugu added on d2h](https://journalismguide.in/sony-sports-ten-4-telugu-added-on-d2h/): Sony Sports Network’s Newly Launched Telugu Sports Channel “Sony Sports Ten 4 Telugu” is now also available on the Direct to Home DTH platform “d2h” from 1st of August 2025 onwards. Sony introduced dedicated sports channels for Tamil and Telugu Subscribers and Shut down Sony Sports Ten 4 HD due to lack of viewership. To watch Sony Sports Ten 4 Telugu on d2h and Dish TV (ST-2), tune into channel number 2439. This channel is paid by the broadcaster and the customer needs to pay Rs.19/- per month + 18% GST to view this channel. Sony Sports Ten 4 Telugu
- [Makkal TV added on d2h](https://journalismguide.in/makkal-tv-added-on-d2h/): Makkal Tholai Thodarpu Kuzhumam’s Tamil Entertainment Channel “Makkal TV” re-added by Direct to Home DTH operator “d2h” after fresh agreement renewal. Makkal TV was also available earlier on d2h but due to some payment issues they dropped it but now again launched on d2h on public demand. To watch Makkal TV on d2h, tune into channel number 2973. This channel is Free to Air FTA so it will be available on All Base packs without any extra charges. Makkal TV channel is also available on other Direct to Home DTH and Cable TV platforms including Tata Play, Airtel DTH, Sun
- [Discovery to Launch Eurosport 2 Channel](https://journalismguide.in/discovery-to-launch-eurosport-2-channel/): Discovery India is planning to expand its footprint in the Sports Category with the launch of another Sports channel named “Eurosport 2“. Currently Broadcaster applied for a Trademark and once they got registered then channel transmission can start anytime. As of now Many Sports channels are running from other popular Broadcasters including JioStar and Sony Sports Network. Discovery Network runs Eurosport and Eurosport HD and is available on All major DTH/Cable TV platforms. Once the trademark is registered, an application for licence will be applied to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) to start transmission of the channel on
- [DD Kisan HD added on DD Free Dish](https://journalismguide.in/dd-kisan-hd-added-on-dd-free-dish/): Prasar Bharati Launches India’s First Farmer High Definition HD Channel “DD Kisan HD” for DD Free Dish and other DTH/Cable TV Platforms. DD Kisan HD started Transmission from GSAT-10 at 83* east C Band Satellite and available exclusively only for DD Free Dish DTH platform subscribers. DD Kisan HD is available only for DD Free Dish MPEG4 set top box subscribers. If you want to watch this channel along with 450+ Channels you must buy an MPEG-4 set top box. If you want to order through Amazon, click on the link: Read more posts: I hope you liked DD Kisan
- [Sun Direct Super FTA Pack Channel List](https://journalismguide.in/sun-direct-super-fta-pack-channel-list/): Direct to Home DTH operator “Sun Direct” introduced New Super FTA Plan for its New Customers with 1 and 2 Years Free Long Duration Pack. In this pack customer can enjoy All Free to Air FTA and Some Popular Pay Channels including Star Plus, Colors, Star Gold, Sony Max 1, Star Gold Thrills, MTV, Star Sports 1 Hindi, etc. To Subscribe All New Super FTA Plan you need to buy New Sun Direct HD Set Top Box through Deepak Store Hub and get 1 Year Super FTA Pack at 1699₹ and 2 Years Super FTA Pack at 2199₹ with 2
- [News18 Gujarati and CNBC Bajar added on Sun Direct](https://journalismguide.in/news18-gujarati-and-cnbc-bajar-added-on-sun-direct/): Network 18’s Popular Gujarati News Channels “News 18 Gujarati” and “CNBC Bajar” are now added on the Direct to Home DTH platform “Sun Direct” from 15 July 2025 Onwards. Both channels are already available since long on All other DTH and Cable TV platforms. News 18 Gujarati is a 24 hour Gujarati News Channel focused on all current affairs and CNBC Bajar is a Gujarati Business Channel. To watch CNBC Bajar on Sun Direct, tune into channel number 727 and News18 Gujarati at Channel No.728 Respectively. Both channels are paid from the Broadcaster so every customer needs to pay a
- [DD Girnar HD added on DD Free Dish](https://journalismguide.in/dd-girnar-hd-added-on-dd-free-dish/): Prasar Bharati Launches India’s First Gujarati High Definition HD Channel “DD Girnar HD” from 11 July 2025 Onwards. Before launching the satellite channel, it was available on YouTube as a digital channel but now you will be able to watch it on your direct to home DTH platform DD Free Dish Set Top Box. To watch DD Girnar HD channel on DD Free Dish, you must have a MPEG-4 Free to Air FTA Set Top Box to view this channel. Apart from this, you can also enjoy 450+ Channels and services on the MPEG-4 Set Top Box. Read more posts:
- [DD Sahyadri HD added on DD Free Dish](https://journalismguide.in/dd-sahyadri-hd-added-on-dd-free-dish/): Prasar Bharati Launches its First Marathi High Definition HD Channel “DD Sahyadri HD” from 11 July 2025 Onwards. Before launching the satellite channel, it was available on YouTube as a digital channel but now you will be able to watch it on your direct to home DTH platform DD Free Dish as well to expand its reach. To watch DD Sahyadri HD channel on DD Free Dish, you must have a Free to Air FTA Set Top Box to view this channel. Apart from this, you can also enjoy 450+ Channels and services on the MPEG-4 Set Top Box. Read
- [DD Odia HD added on DD Free Dish](https://journalismguide.in/dd-odia-hd-added-on-dd-free-dish/): Prasar Bharati Launches its First Oriya High Definition HD Channel “DD Odia HD” from 11 July 2025 Onwards. Before launching the satellite channel, it was available on YouTube as a digital channel but now you will be able to watch it on your direct to home DTH platform DD Free Dish as well to expand its reach. To watch DD Odia HD channel on DD Free Dish, you must have a Free to Air FTA Set Top Box to view this channel. Apart from this, you can also enjoy 450+ Channels and services on the MPEG-4 Set Top Box. Read
- [Sun Direct Hindi Value HD Pack Channel List](https://journalismguide.in/sun-direct-hindi-value-hd-pack-channel-list/): Sun TV Network’s Direct to Home DTH Service Sun Direct has launched a New “Marathi Value HD pack” for New Activations and existing customers. You can enjoy more than 280+ Pay and FTA channels. These include many popular favorite channels like Sony HD, Star Plus HD, Colors HD, Zee Cinema HD, Sun TV HD, Star Pravah HD, Pravah Picture HD, etc. Today we will tell you which channels are part of this Sun Direct Marathi Value HD pack. If you want to buy this set top box, then you can order it online from www.deepakstorehub.in or buy through the link given below. https://deepakstorehub.in/product/sun-direct-hd-set-top-box-buy-online-at-price HINDI
- [Shemaroo TV added on Sun Direct](https://journalismguide.in/shemaroo-tv-added-on-sun-direct/): Shemaroo Entertainment signed a carriage deal with the Direct to Home DTH operator “Sun Direct” to launch the Shemaroo TV channel on its platform. Shemaroo TV is a Free to Air FTA Hindi General Entertainment Channel and available on All DTH and Cable TV Platforms. Finally Shemaroo TV also got a slot in Sun Direct after Chumbak TV. To watch Shemaroo TV on Sun Direct DTH, tune into channel number 323. This channel is available on All Packs as this channel is Free from the Broadcaster end. You can also watch Shemaroo TV on DD Free Dish, Dish TV, Tata
- [Why Sony Channels Removed from Tata Play Packs](https://journalismguide.in/why-sony-channels-removed-from-tata-play-packs/): The customers of Direct to Home DTH operator Tata Play are wondering why all their Sony channels have been removed from All the Base packs. A common customer, after recharging for ₹300 to ₹600 per month, expects that all the channels he watches will be provided in his pack, but Tata Play has said that they are removing all the Sony channels from your base pack due to lack of demand for SPN channels. On the other hand, Sony Pictures Network is not agreeing with his decision.. They say that if there is a lack of demand for Sony channels,
- [Bharatika TV started on GSAT-30 C Band](https://journalismguide.in/bharatika-tv-started-on-gsat-30-c-band/): New Free to Air FTA Hindi News Channel “Bharatika TV” started Test Signal Transmission from GSAT-30 at 83 degree east C Band Satellite. This channel will be an upcoming Hindi News Channel and also coming soon on all major DTH and Cable TV platforms once officially launched. To watch Bharatika TV channel on GSAT-30 C Band Satellite, you need a Free to Air FTA Set Top Box and C Band Dish antenna to receive this channel along with other FTA Channels. Bharatika TV channel started on Frequency: 3897, Polarization: Horizontal (H), Symbol Rate: 10799. Read more posts: I hope you
- [Mahaa Bhakti added on Sun Direct](https://journalismguide.in/mahaa-bhakti-added-on-sun-direct/): Mahaa News Network signed a carriage deal with the Direct to Home DTH operator “Sun Direct” to add All three Mahaa Network Channels on its DTH platform including Mahaa Bhakti. Mahaa Bhakti Channel was recently launched in March 2025 and finally got added exclusively on Sun Direct DTH. Apart from this, Mahaa News (Telugu News) and Mahaa Max (Telugu Youth) also added on Sun Direct. To watch, Mahaa Bhakti channel on Sun Direct, tune into channel number 466. This channel is Free to Air FTA so it will be available on All Packs without any extra charges. Sun Direct also
- [Sandesh News added on DD Free Dish](https://journalismguide.in/sandesh-news-added-on-dd-free-dish/): Prasar Bharti’s Direct to Home DTH service “DD Free Dish” added New Gujarati News Channel “Sandesh News” on its DTH platform for MPEG-4 Set Top Box Subscribers. As per the information, DD Free Dish was held 88th pro-rate e Auction for MPEG-4 frequency vacant slots and Sandesh News channel won the slots for the period of 13th June to 31st of March 2026. If you want to watch the Sandesh News channel on DD Free Dish, you must have an MPEG-4 set top box. The MPEG-4 set top box gives you more channels than mpeg2. Apart from Sandesh News, four
- [Argus News added on DD Free Dish](https://journalismguide.in/argus-news-added-on-dd-free-dish/): Free to Air FTA Oriya News Channel “Argus News” is now available on the Direct to Home DTH platform “DD Free Dish” from 13 June 2025 onwards. Argus News added on DD Free Dish MPEG-4 Transponder 11630 V 30000 Respectively. Argus News is also available on Airtel DTH and Dish TV. To watch Argus News channel, you must have a DD Free Dish MPEG-4 set top box because this new channel has been added only in MPEG-4 frequency which cannot be watched in the MPEG-2 set top box. Apart from Argus News, four other channels have also been added by
- [Tabbar Hits added on DD Free Dish](https://journalismguide.in/tabbar-hits-added-on-dd-free-dish/): Free to Air FTA Punjabi Movies and Music Channel “Tabbar Hits” is now available on the Direct to Home DTH platform “DD Free Dish” from 13 June 2025 onwards. Tabbar Hits added on DD Free Dish MPEG-4 Transponder 11630 V 30000 Respectively. Tabbar Hits is also available on Airtel DTH and Dish TV. To watch Tabbar Hits channel, you must have a DD Free Dish MPEG-4 set top box because this new channel has been added only in MPEG-4 frequency which cannot be watched in the MPEG-2 set top box. Apart from Tabbar Hits, four other channels have also been
- [Punjabi Hits added on DD Free Dish](https://journalismguide.in/punjabi-hits-added-on-dd-free-dish/): A new Punjabi music channel “Punjabi Hits” has been added by DD Free Dish, a Free to Air DTH service run by Prasar Bharati and Doordarshan. Apart from DD Free Dish, this channel can also be watched on other cable TV and other platforms including your Airtel DTH. To watch this new Punjabi Hits channel, the consumer must have a DD Free Dish MPEG-4 set top box because this new channel has been added only in MPEG-4 frequency which cannot be watched in the MPEG-2 set top box. Apart from Punjabi Hits, four other channels have also been added by
- [Sun Direct Bengali Value HD Pack Channel List](https://journalismguide.in/sun-direct-bengali-value-hd-pack-channel-list/): Sun TV Network’s Direct to Home DTH Service Sun Direct has launched a New “Bengali Value HD pack” for New Activations and existing customers. You can enjoy more than 280+ Pay and FTA channels. These include many popular favorite channels like Sony HD, Star Plus HD, Colors HD, Zee Cinema HD, Sun TV HD, Star Jalsha HD, Jalsha Movies HD, etc. Today we will tell you which channels are part of this Sun Direct Bengali Value HD pack. If you want to buy this set top box, then you can order it online from www.deepakstorehub.in or buy through the link given below. https://deepakstorehub.in/product/sun-direct-hd-set-top-box-buy-online-at-price HINDI
- [Sun Direct Marathi Value HD Pack Channel List](https://journalismguide.in/sun-direct-marathi-value-hd-pack-channel-list/): Sun TV Network’s Direct to Home DTH Service Sun Direct has launched a New “Marathi Value HD pack” for New Activations and existing customers. You can enjoy more than 280+ Pay and FTA channels. These include many popular favorite channels like Sony HD, Star Plus HD, Colors HD, Zee Cinema HD, Sun TV HD, Star Pravah HD, Pravah Picture HD, etc. Today we will tell you which channels are part of this Sun Direct Marathi Value HD pack. If you want to buy this set top box, then you can order it online from www.deepakstorehub.in or buy through the link
- [Sony Max 1 added on Sun Direct](https://journalismguide.in/sony-max-1-added-on-sun-direct/): Sony Pictures Network Launches another New Hindi Movie Channel “Sony Max 1” in India to showcase Blockbuster Bollywood, South Dubbed and Hollywood Dubbed Movies in Hindi Language. Sony Max 1 is now added on the Direct to Home DTH platform “Sun Direct” to grab a large number of audiences. To watch Sony Max 1 on Sun Direct, tune into channel number 331. This channel is paid from the broadcaster and every subscriber has to subscribe in ala carte price of Rs.5/- per month. Sony Max 1 is also available on Tata Play and other popular Cable TV platforms. Read more
- [Star Sports 2 Telugu HD added on Airtel DTH](https://journalismguide.in/star-sports-2-telugu-hd-added-on-airtel-dth/): JioStar signed a fresh agreement with the Direct to Home DTH operator Airtel Digital TV to introduce their New Sports HD channels on its platform. As of Now Airtel DTH added Star Sports 2 Telugu HD for Andhra Pradesh and Telangana Subscribers to enjoy IPL 2025 in High Definition quality. Airtel will also add Star Sports 2 Tamil HD after a few days. To watch Star Sports 2 Telugu HD on Airtel DTH, tune into channel number 927. This channel is available at an ala carte price of Rs.19/- per month. You can also enjoy other popular Star Sports channels
- [Colors Cineplex Bollywood added on Sun Direct](https://journalismguide.in/colors-cineplex-bollywood-added-on-sun-direct/): Viacom 18’s 24×7 Hindi Bollywood movie channel Colors Cineplex Bollywood has also been added to Sun Direct DTH. Apart from Sun Direct, this channel can be watched on all major DTH and cable TV. Recently, Jio Star Network has permanently closed some channels, which include some major channels like MTV Beats, Comedy Central, VH1, Star Life, etc. To watch Colors Cineplex Bollywood on Sun Direct, tune into channel number 356. This is Free to Air FTA and will be available on All Base packs without any extra cost starting 1st April 2025 onwards. You can also watch Colors Cineplex Superhits
- [MTV HD added by Dish TV](https://journalismguide.in/mtv-hd-added-by-dish-tv/): Dish TV has launched a new Hindi music HD channel MTV HD on its platform after signing  a new RIO with JioStar. This decision has been taken after JioStar discontinued some of its popular channels including Hindi music channel MTV Beats, MTV Beats HD and English music channel VH1. Before Dish TV, MTV HD channel could be watched only on Tata Play but now Dish TV users will also be able to watch it. To watch MTV HD channel on Dish TV, tune into channel number 454. This channel is encrypted by the broadcaster so every subscriber has to pay
- [Mastiii Removed by Airtel DTH](https://journalismguide.in/mastiii-removed-by-airtel-dth/): “Mastiii” a popular Hindi music channel run by Shri Adhikari Brothers Group, has been Removed from the Direct-to-Home DTH platform “Airtel DTH“. According to reports, Shri Adhikari Brothers is going through a financial crisis due to which they are gradually removing almost all their channels from the DTH platforms. Mastiii channel was available on Airtel DTH at channel number 488. This channel is Free to Air FTA from the broadcaster end. If you still want to watch this channel, Mastiii channel is available on DD Free Dish, Dish TV (Via DD Free Dish), and Tata Play. Read more posts: I
- [Sports18 3 to Rebrand as Star Sports 2 Tamil](https://journalismguide.in/sports18-3-to-rebrand-as-star-sports-2-tamil/): JioStar Network has started preparations to rebrand the English sports channel Sports 18 3. Jio Star says that it wants to expand its regional language sports channels, so it is going to rebrand it and give it a new name Star Sports 2 Tamil. Recently, it has also got approval from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting to rebrand, Sports 18 3 channel as Star Sports 2 Tamil from 15th March 2025. Star Sports 2 Tamil will be available on all major Direct to Home DTH and cable TV  platforms from channel 15th March 2025 which previously had Sports 18
- [Pudhari News added by Dish TV](https://journalismguide.in/pudhari-news-added-by-dish-tv/): Pudhari News Network’s first satellite Marathi news channel “Pudhari News” has been added to the Direct to Home DTH platform “Dish TV“. Earlier this channel could be watched only on Tata Play and Airtel DTH but now Dish TV users will also be able to watch this channel absolutely free to air FTA. To watch Pudhari News on Dish TV, tune into channel number 1265. This channel is Free by the broadcaster so it will be available on all base Packs without any extra cost. Apart from this, Dish TV has many other marathi news channels including TV9 marathi, News18
- [MTV Beats is going to shut down](https://journalismguide.in/mtv-beats-is-going-to-shut-down/): It has been decided to shut down MTV Beats, the most popular Hindi music channel of JioStar Network. The biggest reason for the lack of music channels in India is the availability of YouTube and other platforms where the easiest way to listen to songs and people’s inclination towards watching music channels on TV is decreasing day by day. According to sources, MTV Beats and 11 other channels will be shut down by JioStar from April 1, 2025. MTV Beats available on All Major Direct to Home DTH and Cable TV platforms including Dish TV, d2h, Tata Play, Airtel DTH,
- [TV5 Kannada added on Sun Direct](https://journalismguide.in/tv5-kannada-added-on-sun-direct/): TV5 Network signed a carriage deal with the Direct to Home DTH operator “Sun Direct” to add its Kannada Free to Air FTA News channel “TV5 Kannada” on its platform. This channel is  already available on all major DTH and cable TV platforms but due to some payment issues, this channel was never added to Sun Direct. To watch TV5 Kannada on Sun Direct, tune into channel number 291. You can watch this channel in all base Packs without any extra cost. Apart from TV5 Kannada, some other popular Kannada News channels are also available on Sun Direct including TV9
- [Jantantra TV added by Dish TV](https://journalismguide.in/jantantra-tv-added-by-dish-tv/): Sangeet Audio India Pvt. Ltd signed a carriage deal with the Direct to Home DTH operator “Dish TV” to add “Jantantra TV” channel on its platform. Jantantra TV is a Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand Hindi Regional News Channel which is also available on other DTH and Cable TV platforms including Tata Play and Airtel DTH. To watch Jantantra TV on Dish TV, tune into channel number 672. This channel is Free to Air FTA so it will be available on all base Packs without any extra cost. Apart from this channel, some other UP/UK region news channels also available such
- [JioStar to shut down 11 Channels](https://journalismguide.in/jiostar-to-shut-down-11-channels/): JioStar Network has decided that they are going to shut down a total of 11 of their channels in India. Before the merger of Reliance Jio with Disney, it was decided that after the merger, they will shut down some channels whose TRP is not increasing significantly. The channels that are going to be shut down also include many major channels that we would not have expected such as MTV Beats, Comedy Central etc. Recently, in the new Reference interconnect offer released by JioStar, it has been clearly stated that they are going to shut down a total of 11
- [Star Gold Thrills Removed by DD Free Dish](https://journalismguide.in/star-gold-thrills-removed-by-dd-free-dish/): Jio Star Network has discontinued its English dubbed movie channel “Star Gold Thrills” from the Direct to Home DTH operator DD Free Dish by following the order of TDSAT. Orders have been issued by TDSAT that no pay category channel can be shown on DD Free Dish, so that all customers are treated equally and if any broadcaster wants to telecast its channel on DD Free Dish then it has to make the channel as Free to Air FTA for all DPOs. Star Gold Thrills was available in DD Free Dish at channel number 50. From 17th February onwards, Star
- [Sun Neo added on Dish TV and d2h](https://journalismguide.in/sun-neo-added-on-dish-tv-and-d2h/): Finally, the problem of Sun TV network with Dish TV and d2h has been resolved and they have added their Hindi General Entertainment channel Sun Neo on Dish TV and d2h. Talking about Dish TV, it was broadcasting Sun Neo channel through DD Free Dish but its channel number was beyond 4000 which is out of reach of the customers. On the other hand, Sun Neo channel was not added on its platform by d2h till now due to which many viewers could not watch this channel. To watch Sun Neo Channel on Dish TV, tune into channel number 128
- [DD Free Dish 85 e Auction Winner Channels List](https://journalismguide.in/dd-free-dish-85-e-auction-winner-channels-list/): Many private TV channels participated in the 85th annual auction of DD Free Dish recently conducted by Prasar Bharati and won slots by bidding well. Today in this post we will know how many channels have won slots so far as per the information received from all the sources. Today we will present to you the complete list of winner channels. All the channels that have been declared winners in this e Auction will be added to the vacant MPEG-2 slot of DD Free Dish and channels of every Genre will be included in it, such as All regional languages
- [Zee Thirai added on Sun Direct](https://journalismguide.in/zee-thirai-added-on-sun-direct/): Zee Entertainment Enterprises’ Tamil movies channel “Zee Thirai” has been added on the Direct to Home DTH “Sun Direct” platform. It was a long-standing demand of Tamil Nadu customers that the channel should be added to the Sun Direct DTH, but due to some internal problems between Zee and Sun Direct, the channel was not added for a long time, but finally after getting it fixed, Zee Thirai channel added to the set top box from 15th February 2025. To watch Zee Thirai on Sun Direct, tune into channel number 69. This is Paid from the broadcaster end so it
- [Zee Punjabi added on Sun Direct](https://journalismguide.in/zee-punjabi-added-on-sun-direct/): Zee Entertainment Enterprises adds Punjabi General Entertainment Channel “Zee Punjabi” on “Sun Direct” DTH platform. Negotiations were going on with Sun Direct for the launch of Zee Punjabi for a long time and finally from 15th February 2025, Sun Direct added the channel on its platform. To watch Zee Punjabi channel on Sun Direct, tune into channel number 754. This channel is paid from the broadcaster end so every subscriber has to pay 10/- per month as a ala carte price to view this channel. Apart from Sun Direct, Zee Punjabi is also available on all major Direct to Home
- [Anand TV added by Tata Play](https://journalismguide.in/anand-tv-added-by-tata-play/): Recently a new Hindi devotional channel “Anand TV” was launched on C band satellite GSAT-30 which is located at 83 degrees east in free to air FTA which is now launched exclusively on your direct to home DTH platform “Tata Play“. Anand TV channel has paid a good carriage fee to Tata Play so they decided to add this channel to their DTH platform immediately. To watch Anand TV channel on Tata Play, tune into channel number 1091. This channel is FTA so it will be part of all basic packages without any extra cost. Apart from Anand TV, some
- [Village TV added by Tata Play](https://journalismguide.in/village-tv-added-by-tata-play/): Tamil Christian devotional channel “Village TV” launched on 14th February 2025 and you can watch it exclusively directly on our DTH platform “Tata Play“. Apart from Village TV channel, some other popular Christian devotional channels are also available like Madha TV, Nambikkai TV, Angel TV etc. To watch, Village TV channel on Tata Play tune into channel number 1594. This channel is Free to Air FTA so it will be part of all basic packages. Read more posts: I hope you liked Village TV added by Tata Play post. Keep sharing this information with your friends and family members. Thank
- [Sports18 2 and 3 Channel Number changed by Tata Play](https://journalismguide.in/sports18-2-and-3-channel-number-changed-by-tata-play/): The channel numbers of two sports channels of JioStar network, Sports 18 2 and Sports 18 3, have been changed in Tata Play DTH. This decision has been taken by JioStar because they have recently changed both their sports channels from Hindi and English to regional language sports channels. JioStar Network has changed Sports 18 2 from Hindi to Telugu sports channel from 3 February 2025, while their Sports 18 3 channel has been changed from English to Tamil sports channel. The names of these channels will also be changed in the coming few months and the new name of
- [9X Jalwa Removed by Tata Play](https://journalismguide.in/9x-jalwa-removed-by-tata-play/): 9X Media Network’s classic Free to Air FTA Hindi music channel “9X Jalwa” has been removed from the “Tata Play” DTH platform. According to reports, 9X Media has been going through a financial crisis for a long time, due to which it has already removed its other music channels from Tata Play and other DTH platforms. Before 9X Jalwa, Punjabi music channel 9X Tashan and Marathi music channel 9X Jhakaas have been removed from Tata Play DTH platform. Tata Play had given enough time to 9X Media to pay the pending carriage fees amount but 9X Media was not able
- [Star Utsav on DD Free Dish](https://journalismguide.in/star-utsav-on-dd-free-dish/): In the second round of the ongoing 85th annual e-auction of DD Free Dish, some other channels including Star Utsav have also successfully won vacant MPEG2 slots. On the first day, “Zee Anmol”, “Colors Rishtey”, “Sony Pal” and Sun TV Network’s “Sun Neo” channels had won the slots. On Tuesday, JioStar paid Rs 18.25 crore for Star Utsav. JioStar Network has reserved slots for three other channels apart from Star Utsav in which Star Utsav Movies, Colors Cineplex Superhits and Colors Cineplex Bollywood will be added in Mpeg2. JioStar also bid more than 18 crores for all these channels. Not
- [Zee Anmol on DD Free Dish](https://journalismguide.in/zee-anmol-on-dd-free-dish/): There has been some change in the e-auction of DD Free Dish due to the initiative of Zee Entertainment Enterprises. Zee Entertainment has won 1 vacant slot in 85th online annual e-auction to bring back Hindi General Entertainment Channel “Zee Anmol“on DD Free Dish. After seeing Zee Entertainment, Sony Pictures Networks and JioStar have also won vacant mpeg2 slots for their “Sony Pal” “Colors Rishtey” and “Star Utsav” respectively. Recently such an order has come from TDSAT, after which no pay category channel can be launched on DD Free Dish but here all the major broadcasters have decided to convert
- [Colors Rishtey on DD Free Dish from 1 April 2025](https://journalismguide.in/colors-rishtey-on-dd-free-dish-from-1-april-2025/): JioStar Network has reserved a slot in the 85th e auction of DD Free Dish. It is being said that they have won the slot to add their Hindi General Entertainment Channel “Colors Rishtey“. If reports are to be believed, Colors Rishtey channel paid Rs 18.35 crore to win a slot in DD Free Dish. This is not the first time that Colors Rishtey is participating in DD Free Dish, rather some time back also Colors Rishtey channel used to be on DD Free Dish but due to pressure from private DTH and cable TV operators the broadcasters had to
- [Sony Pal on DD Free Dish from 1 April 2025](https://journalismguide.in/sony-pal-on-dd-free-dish-from-1-april-2025/): Sony Pictures Networks has reserved a stall in the 85th e auction of DD Free Dish on Monday. It is being said that they have won the slot to add their Hindi General Entertainment Channel “Sony Pal“. If reports are to be believed, Sony Pal channel paid Rs 18.55 crore to win a slot in DD Free Dish. It is very surprising that Sony Pal, inspite of being a pay category channel has won the slot on DD Free Dish because a new notification was issued by TDSAT some time back that no pay category channel can be added on
- [MeTV Toons available on Philo TV](https://journalismguide.in/metv-toons-available-on-philo-tv/): MeTV Toons is an American television network channel owned and operated by Weigel Broadcasting in partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery. Launched on June 25th 2024 as a spin-off of MeTV the network’s programming primarily consists of classic Cartoon shows owned by Warner Brothers. MeTV Toons channel is currently available in English Language and watch it on Frndly TV and Philo Television Services. weigel Broadcasting also runs other popular channels for the United States such as Catchy Comedy, H&I, MeTV, MeTV+, Start TV, Dabl, etc. Initially the channel was to be named simply “Toon TV” by MeTV Network, which was later
- [Sports18 Khel to Rebrand as Star Sports Khel](https://journalismguide.in/sports18-khel-to-rebrand-as-star-sports-khel/): JioStar Network is planning to soon rebrand its Free to Air FTA Hindi sports channel “Sports18 Khel” and give it a new name. As you all know, Jio and Disney Star used to be separate identities but a few months ago Reliance Jio and Disney Star India merged with each other. The result of this merger is that they want to keep only one name Star in the identity of the sports channel and want to close the Sports 18 brand. According to the news received from sources, JioStar has applied for a new trademark and it has been decided
- [Star Sports First to Rebrand as Star Sports 2 Kannada](https://journalismguide.in/star-sports-first-to-rebrand-as-star-sports-2-kannada/): JioStar Network has announced that it is going to rebrand its existing Hindi sports channel “Star Sports First” and launch it as a new sports channel from 16th February 2025. According to the sources, Star Sports First will be changed from Hindi language to Kannada language respectively. DTH operators and cable operators will also be instructed to change the channel number of Star Sports First channel from the main Sports Genre to Kannada regional genre after February 16th. Because after a few months, the name of the “Star Sports First” channel will be changed to “Star Sports 2 Kannada” and
- [MH One Movies started from GSAT-30 C band](https://journalismguide.in/mh-one-movies-started-from-gsat-30-c-band/): MH1 Network has started preparations to launch its first Hindi movie channel soon. Recently, it has started test signal transmission of its new channel “MH One Movies” on the C band satellite G-Sat 30 which is located at 83 degrees East longitude. MH1 Network already runs some other channels like MH One which is a Punjabi music channel, apart from this “MH One Shraddha” is a Hindi devotional channel and some time ago they also launched their new channel “MH One Dil Se” which initially showed Bhojpuri language content and today you get to watch Hindi movies on it. MH
- [Sports18 2 added on d2h](https://journalismguide.in/sports18-2-added-on-d2h/): Jiostar Network has recently rebranded all its Sports 18 channels and converted them into regional language sports channels. Sports 18 Network’s recently rebranded Sports 18 2 channel has also been added to your direct to home DTH platform d2h. Sports 18 2 channel used to be in Hindi language which has now been changed to Telugu language. According to sources, Sports 18 2 channel will be rebranded as Star Sports 2 Telugu in the coming few months. To watch, Sports18 2 channel on d2h tune into channel number 2435. Currently, the price of this channel is ₹1 per month but
- [Punjabi Hits Removed by Dish TV](https://journalismguide.in/punjabi-hits-removed-by-dish-tv/): Punjabi Hits, a free to air FTA Punjabi music channel run by Fastway Transmission Pvt Ltd, has been discontinued from Dish TV DTH platform. Talking about this channel, it had won the hearts of the people in a short time because you could watch more music programs in short breaks. Punjabi Hits channel is available not only in Dish TV, but also on their own cable TV network Fastway and apart from this it was also available on other DTH and cable TV platforms. Due to financial constraints, Punjabi Hits channel refused to make payment to Dish TV, after which
- [Anand TV started from GSAT-30 C Band](https://journalismguide.in/anand-tv-started-from-gsat-30-c-band/): Another new Hindi devotional channel named “Anand TV” started Test Signal Transmission on GSAT-30 C band satellite at 83 degree east and has started on it as a Free to Air FTA channel. Currently all types of bhajans and devotional programs are being broadcast on this channel like you see on other devotional channels.  Not only Anand TV but apart from this, many other types of devotional channels are also running in India, some of the popular ones are Aastha, Sanskar, Sadhna TV, Satsang, etc. Right now the channel has not been officially launched, as soon as it happens it
- [JioStar to launch Star Sports 2 Hindi channel](https://journalismguide.in/jiostar-to-launch-star-sports-2-hindi-channel/): After the merger of Reliance Jio and Disney Star, they have planned to launch some new sports channels in the name of Star Sports identity, in which they will also include the second part of Star Sports 1 Hindi channel. According to sources, the name of their new channel will be “Star Sports 2 Hindi” and “Star Sports 2 Hindi HD” respectively. Recently, they have also shared information about rebranding all the channels of their Sports 18 network in which Sports 18 1 and Sports 18 1 HD have been converted from English to Hindi, this clearly shows that in
- [Sports 18 2 Rebranded as Telugu Sports Channel](https://journalismguide.in/sports-18-2-rebranded-as-telugu-sports-channel/): After the merger between Reliance Jio and Disney Star India, it has been decided to rebrand all the sports channels run by Reliance and change them from Sports 18 identify to Star Sports Respectively. From 3rd February 2025 onwards, they rebranded their existing “Sports 18 2″ from a Hindi to Telugu sports channel. Jio Star has taken this decision because they feel that they can generate good revenue through regional language content and get good TRPs as their other regional language sports channels are getting good responses from Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Tamil Nadu. Jio Star says that as soon
- [DD India HD added on Airtel DTH](https://journalismguide.in/dd-india-hd-added-on-airtel-dth/): The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) decided to make some Doordarshan channels that have been made mandatory for all DTH platforms. This includes Doordarshan’s High Definition HD channels as well and keeping this decision in mind, Airtel DTH has added “DD India HD” (English News Channel) from the list, so that no legal action of any kind can be taken against them. To watch DD India HD channel on Airtel DTH, tune into channel number 401. You can also enjoy DD National HD, DD News HD, and DD Sports HD as well Free of Cost without any extra cost.
- [DD News HD added on Airtel DTH](https://journalismguide.in/dd-news-hd-added-on-airtel-dth/): The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) decided to make some Doordarshan channels that have been made mandatory for all DTH platforms. This includes Doordarshan’s High Definition HD channels as well and keeping this decision in mind, Airtel DTH has added “DD News HD” from the list, so that no legal action of any kind can be taken against them. To watch DD News HD on Airtel DTH, tune into channel number 372. This channel is Free to Air FTA as the channel is part of Public service broadcaster, you can enjoy Free in all base Packs. DD News HD

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