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Discovery to launch 3 new channels in India

By Kangna Agarwal - August 12, 2009 - 0 comments           
LivePunjab

New Delhi, August 12: Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific (DNAP) plans to launch three new channels in India, namely Discovery Science, Discovery Turbo and Discovery HD after seeking permission from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, India.

Out of three channels, Discovery Science and Discovery Turbo will be launched on both analog and digital platforms, while Discovery HD, offered in 1080i along with 5.1 surround sound, will be launched only on the digital platform.

DNAP Executive Vice-President and Managing Director Tom Keaveny said, "The launch of three new networks reflects the company's commitment and focus on India and furthers our strategy for increasing our reach and distribution in key markets around the world.”

Though the launch date of these channels is not certain, these will be available in English.

Presently, (DNAP) broadcasts three channels in the country, namely Discovery, Discovery Travel and Living, and Animal Planet.