DTH
Sandesh News hops on Videocon d2h
MUMBAI: Direct to home (DTH) operator Videocon d2h, has added Gujarati regional news channel Sandesh News on its platform. Sandesh News is a 24/7 news and current affairs channel. With this, Videocon d2h now has eight Gujarati channels and services.
Videocon d2h offers 500 channels and services and host of regional channels. Sandesh News is available on the d2h platform on LCN 942.
Videocon d2h executive chairman Saurabh Dhoot said, “Addition of this new channel Sandesh News reconfirms our endeavour to add the best of regional channels, catering to our ever growing subscriber base. We look forward to provide every subscriber with a choice of selecting their favourite channels from our vast array of channels and services, thus keeping us at the forefront.”
Videocon d2h CEO Anil Khera added, “Every new channel added on our platform is a valuable addition to our regional content. This addition of Sandesh News will further encourage viewers to opt for a variety of content. Redefining the entertainment quotient with an array of channels and services is our focus area and we will be adding many more channels soon.”
DTH
Dish TV launches ‘Kuch chhota sa’ campaign for TV flexibilit
New campaign highlights 190+ channels, Always-On service, Rs 99 Freedom Pack.
MUMBAI- Sometimes, the smallest remote click can fix the biggest daily friction and Dish TV is betting on exactly that insight. The company has rolled out a new campaign built around the thought ‘Kuch chhota sa karne par, life hogi behtar’, turning everyday viewing annoyances into a case for simpler, more reliable television access.
The campaign taps into a familiar household reality: millions of viewers continue to rely on free-to-air channels but increasingly want the flexibility of premium content, often ending up with a patchy and inconsistent viewing experience. Dish TV positions itself as the middle path—a structured yet flexible alternative that promises continuity without complexity. At its core is the pitch of an “Always-On” service, designed to keep content accessible even when recharge timelines slip, effectively reducing one of the most common friction points in DTH consumption.
To strengthen this proposition, the platform is offering access to over 190 channels, alongside a flexible pricing hook through its Freedom Pack, starting at Rs 99. The pack is positioned as a seasonal companion particularly relevant during high-engagement periods such as cricket tournaments, school holidays and festive windows, when content consumption spikes but users may not want long-term commitments.
Conceptualised by Enormous, the campaign unfolds through two master films and three short edits rooted in slice-of-life storytelling. From a husband quietly navigating around his sleeping wife to siblings striking a compromise over a coveted window seat, the narratives lean into humour and relatability rather than heavy messaging. The underlying idea remains consistent: small adjustments can meaningfully improve everyday experiences.
The rollout spans a full 360-degree media mix, including television, digital platforms, on-ground activations, point-of-sale visibility, Google Display Network placements and influencer-led content, signalling a push for both scale and contextual engagement.
As viewing habits continue to evolve in a hybrid ecosystem of free and paid content, Dish TV’s latest play reflects a broader industry shift where reliability and flexibility are increasingly positioned as differentiators, not just add-ons. In a market crowded with choice, the brand’s wager is simple: sometimes, it’s the smallest tweak that keeps audiences tuned in.
