Gem TV (Chennai)
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| Country | India |
|---|---|
| Broadcast area | Tamil Nadu, India via cable & satellite |
| Headquarters | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Programming | |
| Language(s) | Tamil |
| Picture format | SDTV/HDTV |
| Ownership | |
| Owner | Gem Media Network Pvt Ltd |
| Sister channels | Gem Politics, Gem Cinemas, Gem Bhakthi, Gem Kids |
| History | |
| Launched | 2021 |
| Links | |
| Website | gemlive |
Gem TV is a Tamil-language news and entertainment television channel based in Chennai, India. The channel broadcasts a wide range of programming, including Tamil movies, television serials, news bulletins, and interactive game shows. Originally launched as a cable network, it later transitioned into a satellite network, allowing for greater reach and accessibility.[1]
History
[edit]Gem TV started as a cable network catering to Tamil-speaking audiences in Tamil Nadu. To expand its viewership, the channel transitioned into a satellite network, utilizing the license of Bada Khabar. With its satellite broadcast via GSAT-30 at 83° East, the channel was able to reach a broader audience beyond Tamil Nadu, including the rest of India and international Tamil-speaking communities.[2]
Ownership
[edit]The channel is owned and operated by Gem Media Network Private Limited. The transition to a satellite network using the license of Bada Khabar marked a significant milestone in its growth and viewership expansion.[3]
Programming
[edit]Gem TV offers a diverse range of both news and entertainment content, including:
- News bulletins: Covering local, national, and international news, with a focus on Tamil Nadu.
- Tamil movies: A wide selection of popular and classic Tamil films.
- Television serials: High-rated daily soap operas and family dramas.
- Game shows: Interactive programs where viewers participate in quizzes and contests.
- Talk shows: Discussions on social issues and interviews with local celebrities.
Transition to Satellite
[edit]The decision to move from a cable network to a satellite broadcast channel was driven by the need to reach a wider audience. Utilizing the Bada Khabar license, Gem TV's satellite transmission significantly boosted its accessibility, allowing the channel to deliver its news and entertainment programming across India and to Tamil-speaking viewers globally.
Notable Shows
[edit]- ராசிபலன் - Daily Horoscope[4]
- அரசியல் ஆடுகளம்[5]
- BIG STORY - GEM EXCLUSIVE[6]
- ஜெம் செய்திகள் - NEWS UPDATES[7]
- உழவும் உணவும்[8]
- 6ஆம் அறிவு[9]
- Crime Talk[10][11]
Broadcasting Area
[edit]Gem TV broadcasts to viewers across Tamil Nadu and reaches other parts of India, as well as international audiences, through its satellite feed. It offers both entertainment and news content to meet the diverse needs of its Tamil-speaking viewers.
Availability
[edit]Gem TV can be accessed via:
- Satellite platforms (GSAT-30).
- Cable networks in Tamil Nadu (before the transition).
- Online streaming services, allowing global access to its programming.
See Also
[edit]External Links
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "GEM TELEVISION". Startupwala. 17 Dec 2020.
- ^ "GEM TV" started from GSAT-30 at 83* east". DreamDTH. 15 Jan 2024.
- ^ "Gem Media Network Private Limited". The Company Check.
- ^ "ராசிபலன் - Daily Horoscope". YouTube. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
- ^ "அரசியல் ஆடுகளம்". YouTube. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
- ^ "BIG STORY - GEM EXCLUSIVE". YouTube. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
- ^ "ஜெம் செய்திகள் - NEWS UPDATES". YouTube. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
- ^ "உழவும் உணவும்". YouTube. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
- ^ "6ஆம் அறிவு". YouTube. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
- ^ "Crime Talk". YouTube. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
- ^ "Crime". YouTube. Retrieved 2024-10-22.