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Russia gets its first Muslim TV channel
MUMBAI: Coinciding with the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, Russia saw the launch of its first ever public TV channel for Muslims, broadcasting 24×7 in the Russian language on Sunday.
The channel is called Al RTV and is funded primarily by the support of the private sector.
The channel‘s chief editor is Rustam Arifdzhanov who is also the vice president of the Eurasian Academy of Television and Radio Broadcasting.
Founded by three ethnic Muslims, the channel aims to raise awareness and understanding of Islamic religious traditions and Muslim culture. The channel covers eight Russian regions Republics of Bashkortostan and Tatarstan and six in the North Caucasus territory.
“Al RTV is not state-funded, it‘s an answer to hopes and needs of the believers, our country‘s Muslims,” Russian Muslim‘s Religious Directorate for European Regions deputy chairman Damir Mukhetdinov told Voice of Russia.
He further told the media that in his knowledge all the leading Islamic states of the Persian Gulf, Iran and Turkey have expressed a huge interest in the project. He said he is confident that when people realise that the channel features a positive outlook and is not serving the interests of separate Islamic groups or movements but has a humanistic and educating angle, there would be no problems with financing whatsoever.
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Travelxp 4K launches on iNES Group in Romania
Premium travel channel arrives in native 4K HDR for viewers
BUCHAREST: Travel just got a little sharper in Romania. Travelxp 4K has officially launched on iNES Group, expanding its European footprint and bringing cinematic travel storytelling to more homes across the country.
Now available to iNES subscribers on channel 137, the fully Romanian-localised channel delivers immersive native 4K HLG HDR quality at the touch of a button. From bucket list landmarks to hidden corners of the globe, viewers can explore a sweeping range of destinations without leaving the sofa.
Travelxp 4K says it is currently the only television channel in Europe dedicated entirely to global travel and lifestyle programming in 4K. Its line-up blends striking cinematography with culturally rich narratives, designed to appeal to armchair adventurers of all ages and backgrounds.
Travelxp managing director Europe Sumant Bahl, described the launch as another key step in strengthening the brand’s presence in Romania and across the continent. He said the partnership with iNES Group would inspire Romanian audiences with high quality content showcasing the beauty, diversity and culture of destinations around the world.
iNES Group development director Sorin Ionescu, said the addition reflects the operator’s focus on enhancing its television offering with premium, relevant content. He noted that Travelxp 4K complements the company’s portfolio by giving subscribers access to world class travel and lifestyle programming in 4K HDR, delivering outstanding picture quality and an elevated viewing experience.
With this launch, Romanian viewers can expect fewer passport queues and more panoramic views, as global journeys arrive in vivid detail on their screens.
