C/P from other site Enjoy all Star inks deal with DN for US DTH viewers
( 5 March 2008 9:00 pm)
MUMBAI: Star has signed a multi-year and multi-channel distribution deal with US-based satellite TV service provider DN.
As per the deal, Dish will provide five Asian television channels of Star to South Asian and Chinese viewers.
Star's two Hindi entertainment channels Star Plus and Star One will be included on Dish Network from 19 March. Beginning 26 March, three of Star's Mandarin-language channels - Star Chinese Channel, Star Chinese Movies 2 and Channel [V] Taiwan - will be added to the network.
"The deal of Star with DN is its biggest US distribution pact to date and will complement Dish Network's existing South Asian and Chinese channel lineup," an official release said.
Incidentally, Star's Asian channels Star Plus and Star One, Hindi news channel Star news and the South Indian Vijay channels are also available in the US market on DirTV.
It maybe that the channels are still in the testing stage, so I wouldn't start setting your boxes to any transponder frequency, and trying to find a satellite (61.5W) that may be out of range for some on the west coast, until later this month, as they may move things around. (yes...they do this)
Once they get things settled in, a transponder change will be posted, it may turn out that they will also put these channels on a west coast bird, we will have to wait till things are established on 61.5W first to see if mirror channels are setup on another satellite.
Please don't swamp use with requests for the TP frequencies until this is out of testing stages, other members have tried to find these channels, some have and some haven't, please be patient and wait till the end of this month.
ok this was posted on july 30,2007 on asiantelevison.com
STARS SHINE ON ATN TORONTO, CANADA July 30, 2007 Asian Television Network International Limited (ATN) (TSX-SAT), Canada's pioneer South Asian Broadcaster and Canada's largest Distributor of World Class Cricket announces that it has obtained the necessary regulatory approval to broadcast STAR INDIA ONE, STAR INDIA NEWS, STAR VIJAY television programming within the territorial boundaries of Canada. ATN is delighted to inform that it will soon announce its launch plans for these three channels. Star One is a 24 hour year around general interest entertainment programming in the Hindi Language, that offers original programs across a range of entertainment genres including action, thrillers, comedy, drama, youth, game shows, lifestyle and original movies made for television. Star One features the next generation of Hindi entertainment with an innovative, diverse mix of programming and cutting edge production values that appeal to urban, upwardly mobile Indian audiences. Star India News is a unique and innovative niche programming service delivering 24 hour year around television programming consisting of news in the Hindi Language. Star India News offers viewers 24-hour Hindi news that is relevant to todays Indians. It covers the full spectrum of news ranging from politics to business, investigative reports to consumer issues, crime to the environment. Reporting news as it happens in India and with links to international news agencies, Star India News keeps viewers fully informed and engaged. Star Vijay is a 24 hour year around general interest entertainment programming in the Tamil Language. Star Vijay is one of the most popular Tamil entertainment channels in India. Programming on VIJAY is tailor-made to cater to the distinctive Tamil culture and has been making waves with innovative programmes in a variety of genres including talent hunts, music shows, sitcoms, thrillers, reality shows as well as dramas, soap operas, and human interest. STAR is a wholly owned subsidiary of News Corporation. ATN provides a unique forum for bringing the best of diverse productions local as well as global. ATN operates 14 channels and has programming alliances with leading International Broadcasters. To subscribe to our channels or for more details please visit www.asiantelevision.com or contact your local service provider. The TSX Venture Exchange does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. We rely on safe harbour provision. FOR MORE INFORMATION: B. Fulton CFO Asian Television Network International Limited Newmarket, Ontario 905-836-6460
Its posted here on 5th march 2008 Star inks deal with Dish Network for US DTH viewers
Indiantelevision.com Team
( 5 March 2008 9:00 pm)
MUMBAI: Star has signed a multi-year and multi-channel distribution deal with US-based satellite TV service provider Dish Network.
As per the deal, Dish will provide five Asian television channels of Star to South Asian and Chinese viewers.
Star's two Hindi entertainment channels Star Plus and Star One will be included on Dish Network from 19 March. Beginning 26 March, three of Star's Mandarin-language channels - Star Chinese Channel, Star Chinese Movies 2 and Channel [V] Taiwan - will be added to the network.
"The deal of Star with Dish Network is its biggest US distribution pact to date and will complement Dish Network's existing South Asian and Chinese channel lineup," an official release said.
Incidentally, Star's Asian channels Star Plus and Star One, Hindi news channel Star news and the South Indian Vijay channels are also available in the US market on DirecTV.
Star's SVP of distribution and sales, and North American and European offices head David Wisnia said, "Today's announcement allows us to significantly expand the reach of our services to the Asian Diaspora in the US. We look forward to entertaining Chinese, Taiwanese and Indian viewers with the top-notch programming that has made Star a household name in Asia, in essence giving them a chance to feel a little closer to their home countries."
"This partnership with Star and the addition of these top-quality international channels further proves Dish Network's commitment to delivering the best quality and variety of international programming," said Dish Network VP of international programming Tracy West.
i know the one i am talking about is for bev.or might be for rogers cable depending upon who offers more money posted on 2007.. still no words yet.. i know for yours its for dn and its latest.. any words for starsports?