Music and Youth
ETC to operate as third brand offering of Zee Group
MUMBAI: ETC Networks Ltd, at its 20th annual general meeting yesterday, declared that its two channels, etc Music and ETC channel Punjabi, would function as an additional brand to the two existing brands Zee and Alpha.
The appontment of Zee Group broadcasting CEO Sandeep Goyal as managing director of ETC Networks was endorsed during the AGM, as too the appointment of Goyal, Rajiv Garg, Vikas Gupta and Hema Malini as directors on the ETC board.
Goyal clarified that ETC will be an independent brand and will be leveraged to its fullest extent. “Zee Networks will now have ETC as an additional brand to the two existing brands Zee and Alpha. ETC will be the third brand on the Zee-Turner bouquet.” ETC will be distributed under the brand name of ‘Alpha ETC’ in UK and USA markets.
In his address, Goyal briefly explained the need and benefits of the tie-up between ETC and Zee Telefilms. Goyal said: “As a result of this change, your company will have access to the state of art technology in broadcasting and distribution. Moreover, as part of stronger bouquet of channels the reach of ETC channels will increase manifold in India and international markets. We are all committed to maximise shareholders wealth and grow ETC as media conglomerate making it the undisputed leader in the niche markets.”
The two ETC Network channels are etc Music and ETC channel Punjabi. As part of the Zee Network, ETC expects to maintain continuous growth in both these segments, not only in India, but in overseas markets also, an official release says.
Music and Youth
TLC launches ‘World On My Plate’ with Shipra Khanna
New travel-food series premieres 29 March at 7:00 PM.
MUMBAI: Shipra Khanna just packed her bags and her flavours because when a celebrated chef takes you on a global plate tour, even the couch starts feeling like first-class. Warner Bros. Discovery India has announced the launch of World On My Plate with Shipra Khanna, a new travel and food series set to premiere on TLC on 29 March at 7:00 PM. Hosted and curated by the popular chef and television personality, the show blends food, travel and culture through an intimate and immersive lens.
Across three visually rich episodes, Shipra journeys to global destinations to explore not just what people eat, but why they eat it, uncovering the stories, traditions and human connections behind every dish. The series opens in London, weaving its iconic landmarks with diverse culinary scenes, before moving to Spain’s vineyards, olive orchards and coastal kitchens.
Warner Bros. Discovery head of advertising revenues for South Asia Tanaz Mehta said: “At TLC, our focus has always been on bringing authentic stories that reflect how people live and connect. World On My Plate builds on this by using food as a lens to explore shared traditions across geographies. We’re excited to collaborate with Chef Shipra Khanna, whose perspective brings both depth and relatability to these narratives.”
Shipra Khanna added, “Food has always been my way of connecting with people and understanding cultures. With World On My Plate, I’ve had the opportunity to step into new worlds, learn from incredible individuals, and share stories that go far beyond the plate. This show is very special to me.”
The series promises strong visual storytelling, meaningful interactions and a fresh perspective on global cuisine celebrating flavours alongside the emotions and traditions that shape them.
In a world where travel shows often feel like distant postcards, Shipra Khanna is serving up something far more personal: a passport to cultures through their kitchens, proving that the best way to understand a place is still through the plate. Tune in to World On My Plate with Shipra Khanna starting 29 March at 7:00 PM on TLC.
