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Writ seeks ban on 3 Indian TV channels in Bangladesh
KOLKATA: A Supreme Court lawyer has filed a writ petition with the High Court of Bangladesh seeking directives on the government to stop telecasting three Indian TV channels, Star Jalsa, Star Plus and Zee Bangla, in the country.
The petition comes after a number of young girls reportedly committed suicide as they failed to purchase “Pakhi” dress, a dress named after the actress of a drama serial– Bojhena Se Bojhena– aired in TV channel Star Jalsa.
The writ calls for the ban within a week and claims that the channels are leaving an adverse impact on the culture and society as a whole. Information Ministry, Information Secretary and Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission were made respondents in the petition.
The writ petition, filed by Advocate Syeda Sahin Ara Laili, also sought a HC rule upon the government to explain why it should not be directed to stop broadcasting all Indian television channels in Bangladesh.
The petitioner’s lawyer said India doesn’t allow operation of any Bangladeshi television channels here. But uncontrolled broadcast of Indian television channels in Bangladesh is still prevalent.
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Samsung TV Plus launches Kings of Comedy channel
New free FAST channel brings iconic Hindi comedy shows to millions of Samsung Smart TV owners.
MUMBAI: Samsung TV Plus has just turned up the laughter volume and it’s completely free. The leading free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) service in India has launched Kings of Comedy, a premium comedy channel featuring some of the country’s most beloved primetime shows. Available exclusively on Samsung TV Plus, the channel delivers back-to-back hits including Comedy Nights with Kapil, Khatra Khatra Khatra, and Comedy Nights Bachao, with no login or subscription required.
The launch marks a milestone for free streaming in India, offering audiences a dedicated comedy destination directly from their Samsung TV home screen. It arrives as Samsung TV Plus India celebrates its 5th anniversary, during which the service has grown its monthly active users by 42 per cent and more than doubled its total viewing hours. The platform now offers over 180 free channels across 14 languages.
Samsung TV Plus India general manager and head of business development Kunal Mehta said, “Comedy is the heartbeat of Hindi entertainment, and Kings of Comedy brings together the shows Indians already love, completely free on their Samsung TV. Our focus remains the same take the content people know and make it effortless to access.”
Globally, Samsung TV Plus has surpassed 100 million monthly active users across more than 4,500 channels, solidifying its position as one of the world’s leading free streaming services.
Kings of Comedy is now available on all compatible Samsung Smart TVs. For viewers seeking non-stop laughter without any cost, this new channel delivers a royal treat proving that sometimes the best entertainment really does come with no strings (or subscriptions) attached.
