Draft:Gem Television
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Comment: For more history, see Draft:Gem Tv Tamil, Gem Television Tamil, and possibly others.-- DoubleGrazing (talk) 13:21, 18 January 2025 (UTC)
| Country | India |
|---|---|
| Broadcast area | Tamil nadu, India (via cable & satellite) |
| Headquarters | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Programming | |
| Language(s) | Tamil |
| Picture format | SD/HD |
| Ownership | |
| Owner | N. Seethapathy |
| History | |
| Launched | January 1, 2021 |
| Links | |
| Website | Official website |
Gem Television, commonly referred to as Gem TV, is a Tamil-language television channel based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. The channel broadcasts a mix of news and entertainment content. It was initially launched as a cable network and later transitioned to satellite broadcasting.
History
[edit]Gem TV began operations on January 1, 2021, under the leadership of N. Seethapathy, a businessman and journalist. The channel transitioned to satellite broadcasting via the GSAT-30 satellite at 83° East, utilizing the license of the Hindi-language channel Bada Khabar.[1]
Programming
[edit]The channel offers a variety of programming, including:
- News Bulletins: Coverage of local, national, and international news, focusing on Tamil Nadu.
- Entertainment: Tamil movies, serials, and talk shows.
- Special Segments: Content related to health, education, children's programming, and devotional shows.
Satellite Broadcasting
[edit]The transition to satellite broadcasting enabled Gem TV to expand its reach beyond Tamil Nadu. It is available as a free-to-air channel on the GSAT-30 satellite at 83° East.[1]
Networks
[edit]Gem TV is accessible on multiple platforms across India and internationally. Its active networks include:
- Direct-to-Home (DTH) Services: Available on major DTH services in India.
- Cable Networks: Widely distributed across Tamil Nadu and neighboring states.
- Online Platforms: Streaming is available through the Gem TV Tamil app and the official website (gemlive.tv).
- Social Media: The channel maintains a presence on platforms like YouTube for livestreaming and on-demand content.[2]
Online Presence
[edit]Gem TV offers online streaming via its official website (gemlive.tv) and the Gem TV Tamil app, which allows users to watch live television and access recorded programs.[3]
See Also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b "Gem TV started from GSAT-30 at 83° East". DreamDTH. Retrieved January 17, 2025.
- ^ "Gem TV Official YouTube Channel". YouTube. Retrieved January 17, 2025.
- ^ "Gem TV Live Streaming". Gemlive.tv. Retrieved January 17, 2025.
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