New Delhi: India News, one of India’s most trusted and widely watched Hindi news channels and a flagship of iTV Network, has reaffirmed its commitment to fearless, fact-driven journalism with its renewed presence on DD Free Dish, Channel No. 0073. As India’s largest free-to-air DTH platform reaching over 49 million households, DD Free Dish provides India News with an unparalleled opportunity to connect with audiences across metros, Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, and rural India.
India News has been on DD Free Dish since its inception, ensuring accessibility to millions of viewers who rely on timely and accurate updates on national and international developments. The channel’s continued presence comes at a time when demand for credible journalism is rising, as citizens across India seek fact-based reporting to navigate fast-changing global and domestic landscapes.
The channel secured one of the two vacant MPEG-2 slots during the 90th online e-auction conducted by Prasar Bharati, a process open only to channels with valid licenses from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and international public broadcasters approved by the Ministry.
Commenting on the development, Rakesh Singh, Managing Editor – Input, India News, said, “India News has always been driven by the mission to deliver fearless, accurate, and trustworthy journalism. Strengthening its nationwide reach DD Free Dish allows us to take this commitment to millions of households across India. In an era where reliable information is more important than ever, this expansion ensures that every citizen can stay informed, make decisions based on facts, and engage meaningfully with the world around them. We are proud to bring high-quality, fact-based reporting to every corner of the country, strengthening our promise to empower citizens through journalism they can trust.”
Dr. Aishwarya Pandit Sharma, Chairperson of ITV Foundation, added, “India News has been part of DD Free Dish since its inception, and this renewed inclusion is a strategic step in our ongoing commitment to democratizing access to quality journalism. It ensures that our news content continues to reach audiences in every corner of the country, while also offering advertisers a unique opportunity to connect with millions of homes through a trusted and highly credible platform.”
As part of iTV Network, India News has built its reputation on fearless journalism, investigative storytelling, and fact-based coverage. With this strengthened nationwide reach, the channel continues to provide a robust mix of national, international, and regional news, backed by special reports, expert analysis, and impactful investigations—cementing its role as a trusted source of unbiased news for millions of Indian households.
