Doordarshan Kendra, Bangalore appoints new head

Source: Business Line |

BANGALORE, DEC 30:   N. Chandrashekar, Deputy Director-General (P) has taken over as head of office at Doordarshan Kendra, Bangalore.

He had joined service in 1984, and has vast experience of serving as cameraman and video executive and has worked in many stations viz., New Delhi, Chennai, Gorakhpur, Pune and Bangalore.

He is conversant in Kannada, Hindi, English, Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam. Chandrashekar is also involved in many invited audience programmes and has functioned as programme head in Doordarshan Kendra, Bangalore.

(This article was published on December 30, 2013)

Source link: http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/news/states/doordarshan-kendra-bangalore-appoints-new-head/article5518697.ece  

AIR to air programmes on UPA govt schemes

Source: The Financial Express | Express news service | New Delhi | Updated: Dec 30 2013
Tuesday, December 31, 2013

The All India Radio (AIR) is all set to launch programmes in regional divisions to spread awareness on government's flagship programmes and taking feedback. The launch will be early in the new year, also the year of Parliamentary elections.

Twenty regional news divisions including Kolkata, Chennai, Bangalore, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, Raipur, Bhopal, Srinagar and Shillong will telecast seven phone-in programmes each from January 4. Rural employment guarantee scheme, direct benefit transfer, Aadhar, scholarship and other welfare schemes will be highlighted. The regional divisions can take their pick, depending on what is most suited to listeners.

There already is a national programme by the...................

Read more at http://www.financialexpress.com/news/air-to-air-programmes-on-upa-govt-schemes/1213161 

Govt to set up hiring body for Prasar Bharati

Source: Hindustan Times | Zia Haq, Hindustan Times
New Delhi, December 31, 2013

The UPA government will soon set up a recruitment board for Prasar Bharati, India's public broadcaster, which will make all future appointments in various entities under it, including Doordarshan.

A cabinet proposal for the recruitment board, recommended by an interministerial panel, or a group of ministers, is being moved by the information and broadcasting ministry.

Prasar Bharati is currently understaffed due to a freeze on hiring................

Read more at http://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/govt-to-set-up-hiring-body-for-prasar-bharati/article1-1167888.aspx 

AIR to start outreach programme on govt's flagship schemes

Source: Business Standard | Press Trust of India
Monday, December 30, 2013

Come new year, All India Radio will launch an outreach programme on government's flagship schemes, including direct benefit transfer, where experts will give advice to the common man and in turn get a feedback on the implementation of programmes at the grassroot level.

The weekly 30-minute phone-in programme will be launched on January 4, 2014 and will continue for seven weeks, AIR's DG (News) Archana Dutta told PTI here today.

"We have decided to launch this phone-in programme to create general awareness," she said.

The programme is likely to be...................

Read more at http://www.business-standard.com/article/pti-stories/air-to-start-outreach-programme-on-govt-s-flagship-schemes-113122900295_1.html 

रेडियो पर देंगे सरकारी योजनाओं की जानकारी

Source: khaskhabar.com
Published: 29/12/2013

नई दिल्ली। आकाशवाणी लोगों को सरकार की महत्वपूर्ण योजनाओं की जानकारी देने के लिए जनसंपर्क कार्यक्रम शुरू करेगी। इन कार्यक्रमों में प्रत्यक्ष लाभ अंतरण जैसी योजनायें शामिल हैं।

आकाशवाणी के इस जनसंपर्क कार्यक्रम में विशेषज्ञ आम लोगों को सलाह मशविरा देंगे और इस बारे में लोगों की राय जानेंगे। तीस मिनट के इस फोन-इन सप्ताहिक कार्यक्रम की शुरूआत चार जनवरी 2014 से होगी जो सात सप्ताह तक जारी रहेगा।

आकाशवाणी की महानिदेशक-समाचार अर्चना दत्ता ने कहा है कि आम लोगों में जागरूकता लाने के उद्देश्य से यह कार्यक्रम शुरू करने का फैसला किया गया है।


Source Link: http://www.khaskhabar.com/hindi-news/National-now-central-govt-to-popularise-benefit-schemes-on-all-india-radio-2256057.html 

AIR, Guwahati bid to preserve old recordings

Source: The Assam Tribune Online | Kabita Duarah
Monday, December 30, 2013

GUWAHATI, Dec 29 – It is very true that technological advancements also create a feeling of nostalgia. As the process of digitization of the All India Radio (AIR), Guwahati continues, a whiff of nostalgia is also enveloping the unit that has over the years provided a platform to many artistes of the State to showcase their creativity.

The unit that saw its inception as the Shillong Guwahati station on July 1, 1948 is keen to give this longing for old memories a permanent form by preserving the old equipments that were part of the recording and transmission process.

With its glorious history and close association with............

Read more at http://www.assamtribune.com/scripts/detailsnew.asp?id=dec3013/city06 

Akashvani to begin phone-ins on welfare measures

Source: TwoCircles.net | India News - By Ranjana Narayan, IANS
29 December 2013

New Delhi: In the first such public outreach to propagate government welfare measures and answer questions about them, All India Radio (AIR) will be hosting live phone-in programmes on schemes like the Direct Benefit Transfer, RTI, scholarships, etc involving experts and implementing agencies.

The programme, being launched Jan 4, 2014, would be a half-an-hour weekly show for seven Saturdays, said Director General (News) AIR Archana Dutta.

"It is for the first time that we are trying something like this. It has never been done before," Dutta told IANS.

"The live Public Speak programme will have experts on................

Read more at http://twocircles.net/2013dec29/akashvani_begin_phoneins_welfare_measures.html 

Free Prasar Bharati of Government Control

Source: The New Indian Express
Published Date: Dec 25, 2013

Last week, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting earned a well-deserved and stinging rebuke for its non-serious approach towards reforming Prasar Bharati. A parliamentary standing committee admonished the ministry for doing precious little on its advice to review the institutional framework of the public broadcaster in collaboration with the Sam Pitroda committee. Far from taking meaningful steps, it left the matter of improving Prasar Bharati's services entirely to its board and staff. Earlier this year, the government's much-touted effort to improve DD News turned out to be a damp squib after one of the high-profile editors, brought in specially for this purpose, quit his job in disgust.

All this is because of a basic problem which the government has not been able to resolve. It professes to free Doordarshan and All India Radio from.................

Read more at http://www.newindianexpress.com/editorials/Free-Prasar-Bharati-of-Government-Control/2013/12/25/article1963485.ece?service=print 

GALLI GALLI SIM SIM SEASON 6 – the all new season PREMIERED DECEMBER 14 ON DOORDARSHAN

Source: India Education Diary.com

Tuesday, December 24, 2013

Report by India Education bureau, New Delhi:Sesame Workshop in India (SWI), the organization behind Galli Galli Sim Sim and more, launched Season 6 of Galli Galli Sim Sim, the popular children's programme, on Doordarshan with a brand new message, "HASAYE ZABARDAST, SEEKHAYE MAST'.
 
Tune in to learn with the Galli Galli Sim Sim MuppetsTM- Join Grover in his dhaba as he takes on Hero, chase dancing akshars with Elmo, go on fantastic adventures with Bert and Ernie and ride on Aanchoo's bookmobile. Season 6 premiered on December 14, 2013 at 9 am and will run every Saturday at the same time, a total of52 episodes of 22 minutes each.
 
Galli Galli Sim Sim is India's only educational program for children aged 0-8 that harnesses the power of television to provide a strong early..................

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'Galli Galli Sim Sim' back on Doordarshan

Source: Indian Television Dot Com | 24 December 2013

MUMBAI:  Sesame Workshop in India (SWI) has launched the sixth season of Galli Galli Sim Sim, the popular children's programme, on Doordarshan with a brand new message, "Hasaye Zabardast, Seekhaye Mast'.

The show aimed at children aged 0-8 years believes in harnessing the power of television to provide a strong early childhood educational foundation to preschoolers. Season six being aired on Doordarshan, which reaches out to 13 million children, focuses strongly on literacy and numeracy. Aprt from it, it will also focus on other areas of child development such as problem solving, caring and sharing, giving a head start to a significant number of children with little to no access to early childhood education.

Doordarshan director general Tripurari Sharan said, "As a public service................

Read more at http://www.indiantelevision.com/headlines/y2k13/dec/dec102.php 

I&B Ministry pushes for modernization of Prasar Bharati

Source: Business Standard | Press Trust of India
New Delhi, December 21, 2013

In a move that could boost the public broadcaster's efforts to create a new infrastructure, the I&B Ministry is pushing for a proposal for providing Rs 3500 crore to Prasar Bharati for modernisation.

Official sources said the ministry has already been given a go-ahead by the Expenditure Finance Committee (EFC) of the Finance Ministry and now a nod from the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) will be required.

"The I&B Ministry had been keenly pursuing the proposal for grant of funds to Prasar Bharati so that.................

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Prasar Bharati to be upgraded as MIB plans to invest Rs 3,500 crore in it

Source: Indiantelevision.com
21 December 2013

MUMBAI: The government broadcaster, Prasar Bharati is set to see a major advancement. Reportedly, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) is planning to invest close to Rs 3,500 crore on upgrading the pubcaster's broadcast infrastructure and network development, especially in the border areas of Jammu and Kashmir and the North-Eastern states.

According to a report by The Hindu Business Line, the proposal has been recommended by the Expenditure Finance Committee and is up for approval from the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA). "The funds are expected to be used to strengthen the transmission in border areas by augmenting the broadcast infrastructure so as to counter anti-terrorist activities, among other initiatives," reveals the daily.

Apart from this, the fund is also expected to be used for.............

Read more at http://www.indiantelevision.com/headlines/y2k13/dec/dec94.php

HRD and Prasar Bharati to start 50 education channels next year

Source: digital Learning

Human Resource and Development (HRD) ministry along with the public broadcaster Prasar Bharati are planning to start 50 educational channels from May 1, 2014. This would enable students to hear lectures and interact with the academicians on TV.

The channels would gradually be increased from 50 to 1000 and has the potential to be viewed on 167 million TV sets which would be beneficial to 67 percent population of the country. The agreement, for this one of its kind project, was signed between Prasar Bharati CEO, Jawhar Sircar and HRD secretary Ashok Thakur. As per the............

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Doordarshan to telecast ‘Krista-Namana’

Source: The Hindu | By Staff Correspondent
HUBLI, December 22, 2013

600 local artistes will perform in the Christmas celebration

Doordarshan Kendra, Bangalore, in association with the Karnataka United Christian Forum for Human Rights and AIR Dharwad, has organised a Christmas celebration, 'Krista-Namana', comprising music and dance programmes on Sunday.

Additional Director-General (South Zone) of Doordarshan Mahesh Joshi told presspersons here on Saturday that the three-hour event would begin at..............

Read more at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-karnataka/doordarshan-to-telecast-kristanamana/article5488397.ece

I&B ministry initiates steps to set up Prasar Bharati Recruitment Board

Source: The Economic Times | By PTI
22 Dec, 2013

NEW DELHI: In a major step towards addressing the issue of critical manpower shortage in the public broadcaster, the Information & Broadcasting ministry has initiated the process to set up a Prasar Bharati Recruitment Board.

Sources said that the ministry had held discussions related to the composition of the board with the Department of Expenditure in the Finance Ministry and the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT).

According to a recommendation of the Group of Ministers (GoM), a recruitment board had to be created for Prasar Bharati. The ministry had been...........

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The cricket commentator who was the voice of Doordarshan while moonlighting as a doctor

Source: Mail Online India | By Tushar Bhaduri
PUBLISHED ON: 22 December 2013

He was the face of sports on Doordarshan (DD) in the pre-cable television era, and even though Narottam Puri is largely away from the airwaves now, his voice is still instantly recognisable.

An ENT specialist by profession, Puri has had a long stint behind the microphone for radio and TV.

His medical career was always his priority, otherwise one would have heard him a lot more even after private sports channels arrived.

A long innings

"I have no regrets. It has been a long innings. I got to travel a lot and enjoyed a lot. I treated it as a hobby," Puri said.

"I still appear on DD for Fourth Umpire. As the public broadcaster

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UNICEF India plans 'Poo to the Loo' with Radio

Source: RadioandMusic.com | RnM Team
09 Dec 13

MUMBAI: 'Radio for Child Rights'- three strong words were the theme of the day-long workshop held in the financial capital. Professionals from private radio stations, All India Radio and Community Radio Stations participated in the workshop organised by UNICEF India in partnership with Association for Radio Operators in India (AROI) on 9 December.

It intended to facilitate an exchange on how radio can best be leveraged as part of communication outreach to build awareness on child rights with a special focus on the issue of open defecation. The programme also highlighted the campaign to stop open defecation – 'Take the Poo to the Loo'.

Speaking to Radioandmusic.com, UNICEF India Communication Officer.......................

Read more at http://www.radioandmusic.com/content/editorial/news/unicef-india-plans-poo-loo-with-radio 

Doordarshan to introduce 120 new channels by March 2014

Source: NexTV Asia Pacific | by Ananya Sundar
December 5, 2013

India's public broadcaster, which had earlier announced that it will be launching a new package offering 120 channels under its DTH platform. It has now confirmed that the channels will be available starting March 31, 2014.

Ranjan P Thakur, Additional Director General, Doordarshan said, "The reason why we are expanding to 120 channels is because we realise that the market is basically oriented towards regional channels and that's where the growth is. We have a large number of Hindi channels, but not enough regional channels. Hence, a larger bouquet of channels will enable us to get more regional channels, bringing in more regional viewers. He further said, "It will be an FTA platform and cater to the lower half of the society. A large number of channels will create more chances for the audience and also value for money since it will be free for life, which is a huge attraction."

Doordarshan currently has 20 million STBs in circulation. But it only offers 59 channels so far in its bouquet that includes 21 DD channels alone. It's hoping to add more content and lure more audiences for its platform.

Source link: http://nextvasia.com/1-cable-dth/doordarshan-to-introduce-120-new-channels-by-march-2014/

Video: DD should be the first choice of the lower half of the society: Ranjan P Thakur

Source: exchange4media.com | Writer: Abid Hasan
Thursday, Dec 05,2013

Public broadcaster Doordarshan recently changed the name of its DTH platform from DD Direct Plus to DD's Free Dish. As explained by Ranjan P Thakur, Additional Director-General, Doordarshan, this has primarily been done keeping in mind the less affluent sections of the society.

"Our audiences are not so affluent in comparison to the subscribers of DTH platforms such as Tata Sky, Dish TV or Airtel. The idea is to attract more customers from the semi-urban and rural areas by playing on the trump card 'free' and emphasise that it is a free-to-air service for life," he added.

With digitisation panning out to Tier II and III cities after the metros, Doordarshan is now all set to...............

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Resuscitating Prasar Bharati

Source: Indian Television Dot Com | 03 December 2013 03:27 pm

Brigadier V A M Hussain
Member (Personnel) Prasar Bharati
(Posted on 03 December 2013)

(These are purely the writer's personal views and do not represent the official views of Prasar Bharati and indiantelevision.com does not subscribe to these views)

The non-coverage of the last historic test match of Sachin Tendulkar by Doordarshan entailed numerous explanations by the Information and Broadcasting Ministry. Prasar Bharati - on its part - painfully chose not to telecast the mega event because of an unsupportive legal provision that financially favours the content right holders telecasting such sports events.

Every household watched the match of  Bharat Ratna Sachin Tendulkar with nostalgia and gratitude since the most respected cricketer decided to draw the curtains on his cricketing career representing the nation and relished the visual treat  gratefully acknowledging  "Sachin the Legend" in great measure.

The Sports Broadcasting (mandatory sharing with Prasar Bharati) Act,.........

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Doordarshan to expand DTH offerings from 59 channels to 120

Source: exchange4media.com | Writer: Abid Hasan
Tuesday, Dec 03,2013

Doordarshan is betting big on the direct-to-home (DTH) platform. The public broadcaster has completed 10 years in the DTH arena, having started with DD Direct in 2004, showcasing 17 channels.

With digitisation panning out to Tier II and III cities after metros, Doordarshan is now all set to increase the number of channels to about 120. The objective behind this increase is to gain maximum customers as there are a large number of free-to-air channels.

Talking to exchange4media, Ranjan P Thakur, Additional Director General, Doordarshan said,.............

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Grant autonomy to Prasar Bharati: B.G. Verghese

(From left) Principal of St. Joseph’s College Fr. Praveen Martis, the former editor of The Hindustan Times and The Indian Express B.G. Verghese and the former Chief Justice of India M.N. Venkatachaliah at the inuagural session of the National Conference on Media Ethics and Social Responsibility in Bangalore on Friday. — Photo: V. Sreenivasa 

Courtesy : The Hindu : Updated: November 30, 2013 00:59 IST

Journalist B.G. Verghese has called for the country’s public broadcaster, Prasar Bharati, to be strengthened and granted greater autonomy.

He was speaking at a national conference on media ethics and social responsibility conducted by the communications department of St. Joseph’s College here on Friday.

Criticising mainstream journalism outlets for the extent to which they have compromised their editorial content to favour market forces, he said that editors have become “an unnecessary nuisance” in an environment where owners and advertisers provide colour to events. Mr. Verghese, however, differed from many commentators on the subject of social media as a truly democratic alternative to a profit driven media.

Referring to the role played by social media in stoking the recent riots at Muzaffarnagar and the exodus from Bangalore of people from the Northeast India last year, he said that the anarchy and the lack of accountability that defines social media makes it unsustainable as a credible news outlet.

It was against this backdrop that he said that Prasar Bharati is one of the last media outlets that can perform the public interest function of journalism.

He conceded that there is severe government interference in the functioning of the public broadcaster, but said that this problem could easily be overcome by placing certain safeguards that ensure autonomy. “Prasar Bharati has long been a trumpet of the government. But it need not be like that. The Supreme Court too enjoys great autonomy despite being closely linked to the government,” he said.

Earlier, the former Chief Justice M.N. Venkatachaliah said that technology in the 21st century will play a crucial role in enabling a truly free press that is not informed by petty commercial and political concerns.

Head of the Department of Communication of the St. Joseph’s College Francis Arackal expressed dismay at the fact that Tarun Tejpal had taken Tehelka down with him.

The Hindu Education Plus was the official media partner of the conference.

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Doordarshan to expand its DTH service

Source: Economic Times | By PTI |
26 Nov, 2013

NEW DELHI: National Broadcaster Doordarshan is planning to make an aggressive pitch in the Direct-to-Home (DTH) market by increasing the number of channels to nearly 120 on its DTH service which has now been renamed 'Free Dish'. 

Doordarshan is planning to make an aggressive pitch in the DTH market by increasing the number of channels to nearly 120 on its DTH service 'Free Dish'. 

Sources told PTI that the DTH service was earlier named DD Direct Plus but the new name was chosen in a bid to highlight the fact that viewers of this DTH platform do not have to pay any monthly payment.

Doordarshan's DTH service at present offers 59 ......................

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Doordarshan expands and renames DTH TV service

Source: Rapid TV News | Rebecca Hawkes
25-11-2013

India's public broadcaster Doordarshan (DD) is launching a new package of 120 channels for its direct-to-home (DTH) satellite TV service, previously known as DD Direct + and reportedly to be renamed Freedish.

After launch in March 2014, the broadcaster expects to add a million viewers to the expanded INSAT 4B-based free-to-air service each month, according Indiantelevision.com. DD Direct + currently has a reported 17 million active viewers for its 59 channel service – comprising 21 DD channels and 38 others.

It costs INR1,200 to purchase a set-top box for


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Demand for separate Dogri channel

Source: Business Standard | Press Trust of India  |  New Delhi  
November 25, 2013

A strong demand was today made for a separate and independent Dogri channel on the pattern of DD Kashir.

A delegation of Doordarshan Approved Drama Artists Association from Jammu led by senior Congress leader Gulchain Singh Charak andmet Information and Broadcasting Minister Manish Tewari and conveyed that more should be done for the people living in the Jammu region as most of the funds were diverted to DD Kashir Channel.

The delegation asserted that Jammu region, also........................

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http://www.business-standard.com/article/pti-stories/demand-for-separate-dogri-channel-113112500937_1.html 

DD Direct+ freshens up as FREEDISH

Source: Indiantelevision.com | By Seema Singh
23 November 2013

MUMBAI:  Direct to home TV (DTH) subscribers are in for a bonanza. And it's coming courtesy the government-owned Doordarshan which has rechristened its free DTH service DD Direct+ as FREEDISH. Not just that. It is all set to get a makeover à la its private sector DTH cousins and launch snazzy call centres. There's more: a new package of 120 channels which will require activation of a new range of consumer set top boxes (STBs) is being introduced.

DD sources say that the work contract for the same has already been finalised and the equipment is currently being shipped. "We currently have 17 million active subscribers and expect to add a million subscribers per month once we start the 120 channel STB service," says a DD official.

The pubcasters' current 59 channel STBs cost Rs 1200,................

Read more at http://www.indiantelevision.com/digital/y2k13/nov/novdig55.php 

Hamid Ansari cancels recommendation on Tejpal as Prasar Bharti board member

Source: Hindustan Times | HT Correspondent
 New Delhi, November 21, 2013

Shortly after Tehelka founder-editor Tarun Tejpal's name was cleared for membership of the Prasar Bharti board, a high-powered panel withdrew its recommendation following allegations of sexual assault against the senior journalist.

Sources said the committee, headed by vice-president Hamid Ansari, had cleared two names, including that of Tejpal, as members of the Prasar Bharti board on Tuesday.

But the alleged sexual assault on his junior................

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Tehelka case: VP withdraws Tarun Tejpal's name from Prasar Bharti panel

Source: Indian Express | Express News Service : New Delhi, Thu Nov 21 2013

Taking strong cognisance of the sexual assault allegations against Tehelka founder and editor-in-chief, Vice President Hamid Ansari has recommended that Tarun Tejpal's name must be withdrawn from a panel constituted to look into issues concerning Prasar Bharti.

This comes two days after a selection committee, headed by the Vice President, had recommended inclusion of Tejpal into the panel. The committee also includes Press Council of India chairman Justice Markandey Katju and the Information and Broadcasting Secretary.

Earlier, following the controversy erupted into the allegations of sexual assault against Tarun Tejpal, the Goa government on Thursday ordered an inquiry into the case.

According to reports, Goa Chief Minister...............

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Hamid Ansari withdraws Tarun Tejpal's name from Prasar Bharati

Source: India Today | with PTI inputs

New Delhi, November 21, 2013

Vice President Hamid Ansari

Vice President Hamid Ansari has recommended that Tehelka founder Tarun Tejpal's name must be withdrawn from a board constituted to look into issues concerning Prasar Bharati.

Tejpal was selected as a member of the Prasar Bharati board on Tuesday by a committee headed by Vice President Hamid Ansari, sources said.

However, soon after Tejpal's alleged.......................


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DD directs cable operators in J&K to air Doordarshan channels in clear transmission

Source: Cable Quest
20 November, 2013

Doordarshan asked cable operators in Jammu and Kashmir to air its channels on prime and non-prime bands so that the viewers get good quality transmission of its services.

Programme Executive of DD Jammu S L Kaul said that the cable operators are bound by law of the land for carriage of nine Doordarshan channels -- five in prime band and four in non-prime band.

In a meeting, headed by Deputy Director General (DDG), DD Jammu,........................

Read more at http://cablequest.org/news/national-news/item/3602-dd-directs-cable-operators-in-j-k-to-air-doordarshan-channels-in-clear-transmission.html

Australia Network to launch on DD Direct+ soon

Source: Media Mughals
November 21, 2013

Mumbai: The consumers of DD Direct+ will be getting an access to a new network in their existing channel list as ABC International and Doordarshan have come together to sign an agreement through which Australia network will be launching on DD Direct+.

The newly available network which will be launched on DD Direct+ is a a 24/7 entertainment and news channel that offers content related to Australia and some other regions. The channel will be covering as many things as news, sport, science, education, arts, children's programming, drama and English language learning.  

"As 2013 nears an end, we are seeing an.................

Read more at http://www.mediamughals.com/News/1/1/Article/12790/Australia_Network_to_launch_on_DD_Direct+_soon.htm 

Prasar Bharati Recruitment 2013 For 33 Various Post At Doordarshan

Source: JobRiya.com

Job Title ::Prasar Bharati Recruitment 2013 For 33 Various Post At Doordarshan

Job Reference ::Recruitment 2013-14

Location ::Delhi, Mumbai, Delhi, India

Posted on ::Wed Nov 20, 2013

Experience required ::Any experience

Job category::Administration/ Professional, Arts & Design, Media/Publishing, Others, Accounting/Finance, Advertising/Marketing/PR, Entertainment/Media, Government Jobs

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AIR Kargil organises Hussaini Mushaira

Source: Greater Kashmir | SRINAGAR 
THURSDAY, 21 NOVEMBER 2013

Shotopa (Kargil), Nov 20: All India Radio (AIR) Kargil organized Hussaini Mushaira here at Auditorium Hall Kargil to pay tributes to the Martyrs of Karbala.

12 renowned poets participated and presented their poetry reflecting the sacrifices of Imam Hussain (AS) and his 72 companions.

The Mushaira was presided over by veteran and renowned poet, scholar, and writer, Haji Abdul Hamid Tanveer. The Chief Executive Councilor LAHDC Kargil, Haji Asgar Ali Karbalie, was the Chief Guest of the function.

In his welcome address, the Head of Office AIR Kargil,.........................

Read more at http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/2013/Nov/21/air-kargil-organises-hussaini-mushaira-48.asp 

DRM emergency warning session planned

Source: asia radio today
20 November, 2013

Officials from India's National Disaster Management Agency (DNMA) are to receive a demonstration of Digital Radio Mondiale's Emergency Warning Feature (EWF) on Friday.

Delegates from NDMA will gather in the state of Gujarat for the a four-day session.

Presentations will show how emergency alerts and information can be delivered and managed using DRM.

The DRM standard is currently being rolled-out all over the country by All India Radio.

Presentations will made by Alexander Zink,........................

Read more at http://asiaradiotoday.com/2013/11/drm-emergency-warning-session-planned/ 

AIR to broadcast live commentary of Ind-WI series

Source: Zee News | PTI
First Published: Wednesday, November 20, 2013

New Delhi: The All India Radio will broadcast live commentary of One-Day International cricket series between India and West Indies starting from Thursday.

"The commentary will be available on National Hook-up and FM Gold Network from 1300 hrs for the 1st and 2nd ODI and from 0830 hrs for the 3rd ODI till the end of the matches," AIR said in a release.

The three-match series will kickoff in Kochi, followed by Vishakhapatnam (Nov 24) and Kanpur (Nov 27).

Periodic updates will also be available on FM Rainbow Network of All India Radio, it added.

Source Link: http://zeenews.india.com/sports/cricket/india-vs-west-indies-2013/air-to-broadcast-live-commentary-of-ind-wi-series_773463.html 

Eight years on, terminated employees demand re-engagement

Source: Hindustan Times | HT Correspondent, Srinagar
November 20, 2013

Eight years after their dismissal, 144 regular casual workers of the Doordarshan Kendra here are struggling to get their jobs back, in spite of directions from the Jammu and Kashmir high court to consider their re-engagement.

The employees, disengaged by the Doordarshan Kendra in 2004, citing financial constraints, had staged protests to press for fulfillment of their demands a few days ago.

 "Petitioners, after working as casual labourers at DD Kendra, Srinagar, were disengaged in 2004, and the court accords consideration to their re-engagement in accordance with the rules," reads the order by the high court.

The court in its decision had said the petitioners be..................

Read more at http://www.hindustantimes.com/India-news/Srinagar/Eight-years-on-terminated-employees-demand-re-engagement/Article1-1153772.aspx 

Australia Network to launch on Indian channel Doordarshan

Source: Australia Network News

Australia's international television channel, Australia Network, will launch on DD Direct+ this month after a recent agreement between ABC International and Doordarshan.

Australia Network is a 24/7 entertainment and news channel offering viewers a mix of content from around Australia and the region.

The channel is available in 45 countries across the............

Read more at http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-11-20/an-australia-network-in-india/5105096 

Australia Network expands its reach in India

Source: mumbrella.com.au | ABC media release
November 20th, 2013

The ABC and India's public broadcaster, Prasar Bharati have signed an agreement to allow Australia's international television channel, the Australia Network, to be delivered Direct-toHome via satellite on DD Direct, making the network available to an additional 25 million viewers in the Indian sub-continent.

The announcement:

Australia's international television channel, the Australia Network, will be available to an additional 25 million viewers in the Indian sub-continent later this month.

Following an agreement recently signed between the ABC and India's public broadcaster, Prasar Bharati, Australia Network will be delivered Direct-to-Home (DTH) via satellite on DD Direct, operated by the Doordashan television service – a division of Prasar Bharati.

To mark the launch of the new service,...........

 

Read more at http://mumbrella.com.au/australia-network-expands-reach-india-190863

Sports Broadcasters To Share Feed With Prasar Bharati

Source: The Firm
Published on Tue, Nov 19,2013

The Delhi High Court in its recent judgment in the case of ESPNSoftware India Pvt. Ltd. ("Petitioner") v. Prasar Bharati & Anr. ("Respondents") has ruled upon the constitutionality of Rule 5 of theSports Broadcast Signals (Mandatory Sharing with Prasar Bharati) Rules, 2007 ("Sports Rules") in relation to Section 3 of the Sports Broadcast Signals (Mandatory Sharing with Prasar Bharati) Act, 2007 ("Sports Act").

Pronouncing the impugned rule to be constitutional, the Delhi HC has stated that broadcasters are under an obligation to share live broadcasting signals of sporting events of national importance with Prasar Bharati without inclusion of any advertisements, whether put in place by the broadcast service provider himself or by the content rights owner, i.e., the event organizer, as required under Section 3 of the Sports Act.

Source link: http://thefirm.moneycontrol.com/story_page.php?autono=992850 

France 24 in Doordarshan pact

Source: India Inc. | Monday, 18 November 2013 10:13

Paris-based television channel France 24 is on an India expansion spree with a deal with government-run Doordarshan.

The channel's programming will be available through free-to-air Direct-To-Home service DD Direct as well as privately-run Dish TV.

Marc Saikali, director of France 24, said:..............................

Read more at http://indiaincorporated.com/news-in-brief/item/2914-france-24-in-doordarshan-pact.html 

Doordarshan team in Mizoram to cover state Assembly election

Source: Mizo News | By MIZONEWS.NET
November 19, 2013 

Aizawl (Mizonews.Net): Doordarshan Aizawl & Delhi said the channel is fully prepared to broadcast election related programmes including Live Discussion and Live Reporting.

Besides the programmes that have been aired by Doordarshan Aizawl concerning the forthcoming election from quite sometimes ago, DelhiDoordarshan Team has also arrived here to cover the electoral process.

A programme called 'Janvani'- the voice of the people regarding Election is also to be broadcasted on November 19 between 10:00-11:00 pm from.............

Read more at http://www.mizonews.net/mizoramnews/doordarshan-team-mizoram-cover-state-assembly-election/ 

DD asks cable operators to show its channels on prime band

Source: Business Standard | Press Trust of India  |  Jammu  
November 18, 2013

Doordarshan today asked cable operators in Jammu and Kashmir to show its channels on prime and non-prime bands so that the viewers get good quality transmission of its services.

Cable operators are bound by law of the land for carriage of nine Doordarshan channels -- five in prime band and four in non-prime band, Programme Executive of DD Jammu S L Kaul said.

The cable operators should carry Doordarshan channels on.....................

Read more at
http://www.business-standard.com/article/pti-stories/dd-asks-cable-operators-to-show-its-channels-on-prime-band-113111800681_1.html 

Gearhouse Broadcast delivers two HD OB trucks for Indian state broadcaster Doordarshan

Source: Gearhouse Broadcaster Blog 

Posted on Friday, November 15th, 2013

Multi-purpose trucks commissioned by Indian broadcasting solutions provider AGIV

Gearhouse Broadcast, a worldwide broadcast services specialist, has successfully completed the build and installation of two state-of-the-art HD OB trucks for Doordarshan, the Indian state broadcaster. The trucks were commissioned by Indian broadcasting solutions provider, AGIV, and will be based in Kolkata and Chennai.

The two 11.5m long trucks have been designed by Gearhouse Broadcast's Systems Integration team with flexibility in mind, allowing Doordarshan to use them for...........

See more at: http://www.gearhousebroadcast.com/blog/gearhouse-broadcast-delivers-two-hd-ob-trucks-for-indian-state-broadcaster-doordarshan-2/#sthash.Nr22NOp9.dpuf 

Sandip Soparrkar’s choreography steals the limelight at Bharat ki Shaan - Rum Jhum’

Source: Bellvision.com | Mumbai, 15 Nov 2013 

Mid October Doordarshan began its new dance reality show 'Bharat ki Shaan - Rum Jhum'. The show has already reached one of the top shows of the channel and has received heart warming response. The show began on a fun filled note with the solo audition rounds where the viewers saw some rare dances from India and all over the world. Internationally renowned dancer choreographer Sandip Soparrkar who is the mentor for the non Indian dance selection selected his top seven contestants along with the Guru Shreshtra of the show Padma Bhushan Padma Vibhushan Dr. Sonal Mansingh.

 The audition rounds reached a high point when Sonal Mansingh and Sandip Soparrkar got up and danced to the exciting Bhangra beats from Punjab and some Latino beats. It was a treat to see the two dancing sensations burn the floor in their individual and distinct styles. The aura of Dr Mansingh and the personality of Sandip Soparrkar surely seem to be the USP of this show.  

 

The following week episodes were a delight as Sandip Soparrkar got on..............

   

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Sandip Soparrkar’s choreography steals the limelight at Bharat ki Shaan - Rum Jhum’

Source: PardaPhas.com | Published by: Nitish Kapoor
Published on: Fri, 15 Nov 2013

Mumbai: Mid October Doordarshan began its new dance reality show 'Bharat ki Shaan - Rum Jhum'. The show has already reached one of the top shows of the channel and has received heart warming response. The show began on a fun filled note with the solo audition rounds where the viewers saw some rare dances from India and all over the world. Internationally renowned dancer choreographer Sandip Soparrkar who is the mentor for the non Indian dance selection selected his top seven contestants along with the Guru Shreshtra of the show Padma Bhushan Padma Vibhushan Dr. Sonal Mansingh.

The audition rounds reached a high point when Sonal Mansingh and Sandip Soparrkar got up and danced to the exciting Bhangra beats from Punjab and some Latino beats. It was a treat to see the two dancing sensations burn the floor in their individual and distinct styles. The aura of Dr Mansingh and the personality of Sandip Soparrkar surely seem to be the USP of this show.

The following week episodes were a delight.....................

No telecast of Sachin match on DD: Prasar Bharati seeks rules amendment

Source: Time Of India | PTI | Nov 15, 2013

NEW DELHI: With Doordarshan missing out the telecast of cricket great Sachin Tendulkar's last two Tests due to present rules of coverage, Prasar Bharati has written to the Information and Broadcasting Ministry seeking immediate amendment of these for the benefit of fans.

In a communication to the ministry, Prasar Bharati has sought amendment of the Sports Broadcasting Act, 2007 so that such telecasts don't bleed the national broadcaster.

In a letter written to I&B Ministry additional secretary...........

Read more at http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/series-tournament/west-indies-in-india-2013/top-stories/No-telecast-of-Sachin-match-on-DD-Prasar-Bharati-seeks-rules-amendment/articleshow/25838401.cms 

No telecast of Sachin Tendulkar's match on Doordarshan : Prasar Bharati seeks rules amendment

Source: DNA  | Agency: PTI
Friday, Nov 15

With Doordarshan missing out the telecast of cricket great Sachin Tendulkar's last two tests due to present rules of coverage, Prasar Bharati has written to the Information and Broadcasting Ministry seeking immediate amendment of these for the benefit of fans.

In a communication to the ministry, Prasar Bharati has sought amendment of the Sports Broadcasting Act, 2007 so that such telecasts don't bleed the national broadcaster.

In a letter written to I&B Ministry Additional Secretary...............

Read more at http://www.dnaindia.com/sport/report-no-telecast-of-sachin-tendulkar-s-match-on-doordarshan-prasar-bharati-seeks-rules-amendment-1919796 

Season to build Calcutta bridges

Source: The Telegraph

Calcutta, Nov. 14: Prime Minister David Cameron could not help but speak about the timing of his presence in Calcutta.

"The Little Master is about to go to bat in his final Test match and it is good to celebrate that. And as I must support my team, I have to say I am relieved when he will not be playing!" Cameron said at IIM Calcutta. He echoed the view on an All India Radio interview: "As a Brit, obviously, a little part of me is relieved that we are not going to see him make all the centuries."

Equally obviously, the Prime Minister did not say timing had...............

Read more at http://www.telegraphindia.com/1131115/jsp/frontpage/story_17571518.jsp#.UomZ0HCw1nE 

All India Radio announces new director general

Source: Asia Radio Today | November 14, 2013

R Venkateswarlu has been appointed director general of public broadcaster All India Radio.

He moves from the position of DG South Zone where he oversaw the running of all the stations in south of India.

With 35 years of media experience, Venkateswarlu has held several roles in the radio division as well as Prasar Bharati, the overall organisation behind both public radio and television in India.

He replaces Leela Dhar Mandloi, who has retired from the organisation last month after 37 years.

Source link: http://asiaradiotoday.com/2013/11/all-india-radio-announces-new-director-general/ 

Cameron in Kolkata, strolls by Howrah Bridge

Source: News Track India | IANS | West Bengal,Diplomacy,Politics
Thu, 14 Nov 2013

Kolkata, Nov 14 (IANS) On a whirlwind visit to Kolkata, British Prime Minister David Cameron, who Thursday arrived in the city, sealed eastern metropolis's colonial connect with a short walk by the iconic Howrah Bridge and the railway station.

Cameron also visited the Akashvani Bhavan, the All India Radio headquarters, giving interviews to the British mediaatop the sprawling terrace of the office that affords a breathtaking view of the city dotted with monuments from the colonial era.

AIR sources said Cameron insisted on going to the..........

Read more at http://www.newstrackindia.com/newsdetails/2013/11/14/334--Cameron-in-Kolkata-strolls-by-Howrah-Bridge-.html 

Prasar Bharati inks MoU with Radio & Television of Slovenia

Source: exchange4meida.com | Writer: exchange4media News Service
Thursday, Nov 14,2013

India's public broadcaster Prasar Bharati and Radio-Television of Slovenia (RTV-SLO) have signed an MoU to develop and strengthen mutual relations through an increased cooperation in the field of broadcasting. The agreement allows exploring further opportunities in potential projects of programme production. The MoU also entails exchange of programmes in the fields of culture, education, entertainment, sports and news.

Speaking on the occasion, Jawhar Sircar, CEO, Prasar Bharati said, "The MoU will help in developing relations between the two countries."

Karl Viktor Erjavec, Deputy Prime Minister of........................

Read more at http://www.exchange4media.com/53456_prasar-bharati-inks-mou-with-radio-television-of-slovenia.html 

France 24 now available on Doordarshan

Source: Nex TV Asia | by Aishwariya S in Cable & DTH, Free to Air DTT
Posted on November 14, 2013

France 24, an international news channel from France has officially gone on India's only free to air DTH service, Doordarshan, from November 12. The channel will also be available for free on the DTH service, Dish TV.

France 24 is owned by France Media Monde and will be a 24 hour broadcast channel. Marie-Christine Saragosse, CEO and Chairwoman, France Medias Monde said, "This launch represents a historic step for our French international news channel. In less than seven years, France 24 has become a leading international news and information network. In its coverage of news from a French perspective, the newsroom based in Paris and hundreds of correspondent offices worldwide seek to highlight the expression of diversity, the confrontation of opinions, and also open a window on France, its cultural, economic, political, social life and of course its lifestyle."

The channel will be available on Doordarshan's DD + platform and through this platform, the channel will now reach 31 million dedicated viewers. Dish TV will bring in an additional seven million viewers for France 24.

Link: http://nextvasia.com/1-cable-dth/france-24-now-available-on-doordarshan/ 

Prasar Bharati's Sircar says no new NE channel planned

Source: Indian Television Dot Com | By Vishaka Chakrapani | Indiantelevision.com Team
4 November 2013 04:45 pm

MUMBAI: It was on 12 November that the media was abuzz with the news that Indian terrestrial pubcaster Doordarshan (DD) is all set to give birth to another baby to add to its 21 channel brood. Reports stated that the channel called Prabha would target the North Eastern states of Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh to show showcase their art and culture. It seemed as though it was a done thing.

However, when indiantelevision.com contacted Prasar Bharati CEO Jawhar Sircar, he highlighted that currently there was only a conversation going on whether such a step should be taken; nothing had really fructified.

Sircar says that Prasar Bharati would be willing to give a shot if funds are available

"This idea was discussed in Arunachal Pradesh during................

Read more at http://www.indiantelevision.com/headlines/y2k13/nov/nov72.php 

Prasar Bharati signs MoU with and Radio-Television of Slovenia

Source: Television Post| Posted on: 14/11/2013 11:54 AM

MUMBAI: Prasar Bharati has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Radio and Television of Slovenia (RTV-SLO) to develop and strengthen "mutual friendly relations through an increased cooperation in the field of broadcasting". 

The agreement was signed by RTV SLO head of international department Suzana Vidas Karoli and Prasar Bharati member personnel VAM Hussain on 13 November. 

Prasar Bharati CEO Jawhar Sircar said, "The MoU will help in developing relations between the two countries." 

The pact will allow the two nations to explore opportunities in potential projects of production of programmes. It also includes exchange of programmes in the field of culture, education, entertainment, sports and news. 

Slovenia Deputy Prime Minister Karl Viktor Erjavec said, "The agreement will strengthen people to people contact between the two countries and also promote better understanding."

Read more at: http://www.televisionpost.com/television/prasar-bharati-signs-mou-with-and-radio-television-of-slovenia/ | TelevisionPost.com 

Prasar Bharati to launch new regional channel

Source: Next TV India | Posted on November 13, 2013 by Aishwariya Subramanian in Content

Indian broadcaster Prasar Bharati has announced that it will soon be launching yet another channel under its repertoire. A new channel called Prabha will be launched specifically for Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim states in India.

The CEO of Prasar Bharati, Jawhar Sircar, announced on November 10 to the staff of Doordarshan Kendra that the channel would help promote the culture of North Eastern states. The staff of both Doordarshan and the Air India Radio have been urged to help Prasar Bharati in helping setting up the channel.

In September Prasar Bharati had also announced that it is considering launching three more regional channels that will target Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh and Uttarakhand states in India. It has also recently launched four other channels for the regional audiences in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. The government announced earlier this year, Prasar Bharati will be getting over USD 500 million in funding to expand channels coming under Doordarshan as well as content on All India Radio.

Link: http://nextvindia.com/6-content/prasar-bharati-to-launch-new-regional-channel/ 

Naad Bhed: Two finalists from Kerala

Source: The New Indian Express | By Express News Service - THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Published: 14th November 2013

Two finalists from Kerala - Mahadevan S (Carnatic vocal) and R B Ramjay (mridangam) - have been selected for 'Naad Bhed', the classical music reality show that is being conducted jointly by Spic Macay and Doordarshan. The finals being held in Mumbai are being aired on Doordarshan from November 12 to 23, at 7.15 pm.

 The initiative is to promote and popularise Indian classical music all over the country.

 The two finalists from Kerala were selected in the semi-finals held in Chennai. Twelve participants were selected for the semi-finals based on the quarter-finals conducted in Kerala in the third week of October 2013.

 Naad Bhed is being organised to popularise our classical arts. Doordarshan is...........


Read more at http://newindianexpress.com/cities/thiruvananthapuram/Naad-Bhed-Two-finalists-from-Kerala/2013/11/14/article1889119.ece 

Malik Bashir Ather appointed Director News DDK, RK

Source: Greater Kashmir | SRINAGAR
THURSDAY, 14 NOVEMBER, 2013

Srinagar, Nov 13:  According to an order issued by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting No. 105/2013-IIS issued on 13th November Malik Bashir Ather would be director news for both Doordarshan and Radio Kashmir Srinagar in addition to Radio Kashmir Leh and Radio Kargil, a DDK spokesman said.

 He said Malik Bashir Ather is the first Kashmiri Muslim to have risen to such a senior position in Indian Information Services. He was heading Doordarshan and Radio till recently also.

 "Author of several books in Urdu, Hindi and Kashmiri. Malik Bashir Ather has been awarded thrice by Doordarshan for his outstanding work and has also been conferred with the state award of excellence in media by JK Govt. He has accompanied President and Prime Minister to over 15 foreign countries," the spokesman added.

Read more at http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/2013/Nov/14/malik-bashir-ather-appointed-director-news-ddk-rk-38.asp  

From cricketer to Brandman

Source: Business Line | A. J. VINAYAK

How the game metamorphosed into a 'commercial property'

MANGALORE, NOV. 13: Ask any Indian how cricket was three decades ago, the answer will be live radio commentaries or grainy black-and-white Doordarshan images.

Cut to 2013. High-definition telecast on dedicated channels or tweets are the ways youngsters 'experience' cricket. Now, the cricket fan analyses every single move of the player through the technology-dominated TV content. At the same time, the fan also accesses YouTube cricket streaming and Twitter and Facebook updates on smartphones or tablets. But from the other side, Sachin Tendulkar is perhaps the only Indian to have witnessed the metamorphosis of cricket from just another game to a 'commercial property' in the course of his cricketing career.

When Sachin played his first Test against Pakistan in 1989, Doordarshan did...........

Read more at http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/companies/from-cricketer-to-brandman/article5347733.ece 

Doordarshan switching to satellite

Source: Advanced Television | By Chris Forrester

India's public broadcaster Doordarshan is to switch some of its resources from terrestrial to satellite in an attempt to boost coverage in particular in the North East of the country.

Prasar Bharati's CEO Jawhar Sircar told reporters that Doordarshan needed to rethink how its transmission networks could be re-engineered to improve both TV and FM radio services into the region. Sircar said that terrestrial transmissions could not be completely abandoned but he was seeking more government cash in order to increase satellite transmissions.

One option was to cut All India Radio's existing shortwave transmissions and improving reception of FM broadcasts, which could also be received on smart phones.


Source link: http://advanced-television.com/2013/11/13/doordarshan-switching-to-satellite/

Prasar Bharati signs MoU with Radio-TV Slovenia

Source: The Economic Times | By PTI

13 Nov, 2013

NEW DELHI: National broadcaster Prasar Bharati today signed an agreement with Radio-Television Slovenia to explore possibilities in co-production of programmes and sharing of expertise in various fields.

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed after a high-level delegation led by Slovenia's Deputy Prime Minister Karl Viktor Erjavec and other  dignitaries visited Prasar Bharati.

This agreement aims at trading expertise of ...............

Read more at: http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/news-by-industry/media/entertainment/media/prasar-bharati-signs-mou-with-radio-tv-slovenia/articleshow/25712794.cms 

Prasar Bharati signs MoU with Radio-TV Slovenia

Source: Business Standard | Press Trust of India  |  New Delhi  
November 13, 2013

National broadcaster Prasar Bharati today signed an agreement with Radio-Television Slovenia to explore possibilities in co-production of programmes and sharing of expertise in various fields.

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed after a high-level delegation led by Slovenia's Deputy Prime Minister Karl Viktor Erjavec and other dignitaries visited Prasar Bharati.

This agreement aims at trading expertise of each of the broadcasters and.........

Read more at
http://www.business-standard.com/article/pti-stories/prasar-bharati-signs-mou-with-radio-tv-slovenia-113111301047_1.html 

Prasar Bharati to enhance DD’s satellite and AIR’s FM reach

Source: The Hindu | GUWAHATI, November 13, 2013

Prasar Bharati (PB) will focus on enhancing Doordarshan's satellite reach and expanding the reach of FM radio in the North East, PB Chief Executive Officer Jawhar Sircar said on Tuesday.

"We have to rethink our outreach policy in the North East and are discussing possibilities of re-engineering the network system of both Doordarshan and All India Radio [AIR]," Mr. Sircar told reporters here after rounding off his visit to Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland and Assam.

The terrestrial transmitter, prevalent in the North East, is being replaced by satellites, and "we aim to focus more on satellite service for which matching infrastructure has to be set up in the region," he said.

"Additional funding was required for the purpose and..............

Read more at http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/prasar-bharati-to-enhance-dds-satellite-and-airs-fm-reach/article5345932.ece 

Prasar Bharti-Slovenia Radio & TV ink b'cast MoU

Source: AIR News | Nov 13,  12:38 PM

India's public broadcaster Prasar Bharati and Radio-Television of Slovenia, RTV-SLO, today signed an MoU to develop and strengthen mutual friendly relations through an increased cooperation in the field of broadcasting. It allows to explore further opportunities in potential projects of production of programmes. The MoU also entails exchange of programmes in the field of culture, education, entertainment, sports and news. Speaking on the occasion, CEO of Prasar Bharati Jawhar Sircar said, the MoU will help in developing relations between the two countries.

Deputy Prime Minister of Slovenia, Mr Karl Viktor Erjavec said, the agreement will surely strengthen people to people contact between the two sides and also develop better understanding among people.

The agreement was signed by head of international department of RTV SLO, Mrs Suzana Vidas Karoli and Member Personnel of Prasar Bharati, VAM Hussain.

Link: http://www.newsonair.com/news.asp?cat=national&id=NN2708 

British PM to visit Kolkata on Nov 14

Source: The Indian Express | Express News Service : Kolkata
Wed Nov 13 2013

United Kingdom Prime Minister David Cameron will visit Kolkata on November 14, becoming the second from the country to land in the capital after John Major came here 16 years ago.

Even though the final details have not been worked out, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee may meet the visiting dignitary during his 7-hour-long stay. "The meeting will take place and the details are being worked out," a state government official said.

After US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Cameron becomes the second important foreign dignitary whom Mamata will meet since coming to power in May 2011.

Cameron, who will arrive at 2.30 pm on Thursday, will first visit the All India Radio for.....................................

Read more at http://www.indianexpress.com/news/british-pm-to-visit-kolkata-on-nov-14/1194318/ 

Prasar Bharti to enhance DD's satellite and AIR's FM reach

Source: The Economic Times | By PTI | 12 Nov, 2013

Prasar Bharati (PB) would focus on enhancing Doordarshan's satellite reach and expanding the reach and expanding the reach of FM radio in the North East, PB Chief Executive Officer Jawhar Sircar said  today.

GUWAHATI: Prasar Bharati (PB) would focus on enhancing Doordarshan's satellite reach and expanding the reach of FM radio in the North East, PB Chief Executive Officer Jawhar Sircar said today.

''We have to rethink on our outreach policy in the North East and are...........

Read more at: http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/news-by-industry/media/entertainment/media/prasar-bharti-to-enhance-dds-satellite-and-airs-fm-reach/articleshow/25647641.cms 

Doordarshan RCLs demand re-engagement

Source: Greater Kashmir | SRINAGAR,
WEDNESDAY, 13 NOVEMBER 2013

Srinagar, Nov 12: Disengaged Regular Casual Labors (RCL) of Doordarshan Kendra Srinagar have appealed officials to re-engage them forthwith. They said that despite court directions officials have failed to re-engage them.
A delegation of aggrieved RCLs said: "Despite directions from High Court to follow the guidelines issued by Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Prasar Bharti Corporation, the Doordarshan Kendra has rejected our re-engagement."

Source Link: http://www.greaterkashmir.com/news/2013/Nov/13/doordarshan-rcls-demand-re-engagement-41.asp 

DD Sahyadri to celebrate Public Service Broadcasting Day

Source: Indian Television Dot Com | By Vishaka Chakrapani
11 November 2013 06:54 pm

MUMBAI: Every year, November 12 is celebrated as Public Service Broadcasting Day to commemorate the historic occasion when Mahatma Gandhi visited the Delhi station of All India Radio (AIR) to record a message for grief-stricken refugees in the aftermath of the partition.

In keeping with the tradition, this year, Doordarshan's (DD) Marathi channel DD Sahyadri will air a show titled Shiledar Rashtranirmitiche on 12 November from 10:00 pm to 12:00 pm to honour individuals from different walks of life who've contributed significantly to the cause of public service.  

Conceptualised by Mukesh Sharma and produced by Shrikala Hatangade, the show will felicitate the likes of Chandrashekhar Dharmadhikari, Ameen Sayani, Dr B K Goyal, Yashwant Deo, M N Singh, Karun Shrivastav, Tabassum, Madhukar Bhave, Daksha Mashruwala, Rajan Welukar, Ujjwal Nikam and Kiran Shantaram.

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Prasar Bharati to launch TV channel for Arunachal Pradesh & Sikkim

Source: exchange4media.com | Writer: exchange4media News Service
Tuesday, Nov 12,2013

Prasar Bharati will soon launch a television channel for Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim to help promote the rich art and culture of these two North Eastern states.

Jawhar Sircar, CEO, Prasar Bharati made the announcement about the new channel, to be christened Prabha, at a meeting with the staff of All India Radio and Doordarshan Kendra on November 10, 2013.

He urged the staff of Doordarshan to extend support to the proposed channel to facilitate its launch at the earliest.

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Prasar Bharati to launch TV channel in Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim

Source:Television Post | Posted on: 11/11/2013

News Prasar Bharati to launch TV channel in Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim Posted on: 11/11/2013 10:35 PM   TelevisionPost TeamShare on print Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on email More Sharing Services MUMBAI: Aiming to promote the art and culture in North East India, Prasar Bharati will soon launch a television channel for Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim. 

Called 'Prabha', the channel will air programmes revolving around the art and culture of the two north-eastern states. 

As per a PTI report, Prasar Bharati CEO Jawahar Sircar revealed the plan in a meeting with the staff of the All India Radio and the Doordarshan Kendra (DDK) in Itanagar yesterday. In the meeting, Sircar further urged the Doordarshan staff to extend support to the proposed channel so that it could be launched soon.

Read more at: http://www.televisionpost.com/television/prasar-bharati-to-launch-tv-channel-in-arunachal-pradesh-and-sikkim/

ATN LAUNCHES 6 NEW CHANNELS ON BELL FIBE TV

Source: EIN NEWSDESK | Canada NewsWire

TORONTO, Nov. 4, 2013 /CNW/ - Asian Television Network International Limited (ATN) (TSX-SAT), Canada'slargest South Asian Broadcaster, is pleased to announce the launch of 6 Canadian channels on Bell Fibe TV.  4 of the 6 channels launched are in collaboration with India's largest Terrestrial Broadcaster Doordarshan and 2 in collaboration with Sri Adhikari Brothers Television Network Ltd. This follows the launch of DD Sports on ATN SPORTS earlier this year which takes the total Doordarshan channels launched by ATN to 5.  These new Six Channels are PREMIERING ON BELL FIBE TV which is owned and operated by Canada's Largest Communication Company Bell Canada.

The channels launched are

ATN-DD India:  General interest channel 

ATN-DD News: News and current affairs channel

ATN-DD Bharati: Cultural and lifestyle channel

ATN-DD Urdu: General interest channel in Urdu Language

ATN-Dhammal: Comedy channel

ATN-Masti: Music channel

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TV channel for Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim soon

Source: The Economic Times | By PTI
11 Nov, 2013

A TV channel 'Prabha' will be launched soon for the two states, Prasar Bharati CEO Jawahar Sircar said in a meeting.

ITANAGAR: Prasar Bharati will soon launch a television channel for Arunachal Pradeshand Sikkim to help promote the rich art and culture of these two northeastern states.

A TV channel 'Prabha' will be launched soon for the two states, Prasar Bharati CEOJawahar Sircar said in a meeting with the staff of the All India Radio and theDoordarshan Kendra (DDK) here yesterday, a press release said here.

Sircar urged the DDK staff to extend support to the proposed channel so that it could be launched soon.

Source link: http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/news-by-industry/media/entertainment/media/tv-channel-for-arunachal-pradesh-and-sikkim-soon/articleshow/25583879.cms