TV9 Bharatvarsh

This article is about the Hindi news channel. For the Telugu channel, see TV9 Telugu. For the Kannada channel, see TV9 Kannada. For the Marathi channel, see TV9 Marathi.

TV9 Bharatvarsh

TV9 Bharatvarsh icon
Country	India
Broadcast area	Nationwide
Network	TV9 Network
Headquarters	Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
Programming
Language(s)	Hindi
Picture format	16:9 (1080i, news portal)
Ownership
Owner	Associated Broadcasting Company Private Limited (ABCPL)
Key people	Barun Das (CEO)
Sister channels	TV9 Bangla TV9 Telugu TV9 Kannada TV9 Marathi TV9 Gujarati
History
Launched	30 March 2019;6 years ago (2019-03-30)
Links
Webcast	Watch Live
Website	www.tv9hindi.com

TV9 Bharatvarsh, launched on 30 March 2019, ^{[1] [2]} is an Indian Hindi-language news channel owned by the TV9 Network. ^{[3] [4]} It became the No. 2 popular Hindi news channel ^{[5] [6]} within a year. TV9 Bharatvarsh appointed Barun Das as CEO in 2019. ^{[7] [8]} It has been doing 24/7 coverage of the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine.

TV9 Network, also launched Money9, India’s first multilingual personal finance OTT Channel. A unique proposition, the Money9 OTT App is now live on Android and IOS platforms with seven language options of Hindi, English, Bangla, Telugu, Marathi, Gujarati and Kannada. ^[9]

In 2024, न्यूज़ सेंचुरी (News Century) was launched at ILT20 sponsored at ‘8AM’ and ‘4PM’.

Programming

TV9 Bharatvarsh broadcasts news programs covering national and international news, politics, business, sports, and entertainment. Its programming includes news bulletins, debates, and special reports. ^[10] The channel also distributes content through digital platforms such as its website and social media channels. ^[11]

Digital Presence

TV9 Bharatvarsh maintains an online presence through a website and mobile applications, offering news articles, videos, and live streaming. ^[12]

Controversies

TV9 Bharatvarsh has faced criticism for its coverage style and editorial choices. Media analysts and watchdog groups have noted instances of sensationalism and criticized the channel for prioritizing viewership over balanced reporting. ^[13]

In 2021, the channel was included in discussions around perceived political bias in Indian Hindi news media, particularly concerning coverage of election-related events. Critics have accused several channels, including TV9 Bharatvarsh, of leaning towards specific political narratives. ^[14]

The News Broadcasting Standards Authority (NBSA), the self-regulatory body for news channels in India, has received complaints regarding content aired on TV9 Bharatvarsh but no major sanctions have been reported. ^[15]

References

1. "TV9 Bharatvarsh launched; to focus on investigative journalism". Indian Television Dot Com. 1 April 2019. Retrieved 10 April 2021.
2. "TV9's Hindi news channel TV9 Bharatvarsh to be launched today". Exchange4media. 29 March 2019. Retrieved 11 April 2021.
3. "'टीवी9 भारतवर्ष' होगा नाम, विनोद कापड़ी ग्रुप एडिटर, अगले माह लांचिंग | No. 1 Indian Media News Portal". www.bhadas4media.com. Retrieved 29 November 2021.
4. "TV9 Bharatvarsh hosts the first ever 'Satta Sammelan' in Lucknow". Media Infoline. 7 October 2021. Retrieved 29 November 2021.
5. Dutta, Amrita Nayak (15 July 2020). "Rajat Sharma-led NBA claims manipulation in TV9 Bharatvarsh ratings, channel cries defamation". ThePrint. Retrieved 29 November 2021.
6. "TV9 Bharatvarsh is the new No. 2 Hindi news channel; Aaj Tak retains top slot". www.bestmediaifo.com. 3 July 2020. Retrieved 11 April 2021.
7. "TV9 appoints Barun Das as CEO - ET BrandEquity". ETBrandEquity.com. Retrieved 11 April 2021.
8. Rajani, Misha (23 April 2021). "PM Modi did not call for national lockdown, viral screenshot is fake". newsmeter.in. Retrieved 29 November 2021.
9. "Money9, promoted by TV9 Network, unveils India's first multilingual personal finance OTT App". The Associated Press. Retrieved 19 July 2022.
10. "TV9 Bharatvarsh Programming Overview". TV9 Bharatvarsh Official Website. Retrieved 22 May 2025.
11. "Digital strategy boosts TV9 Bharatvarsh reach". Indian Television. 12 April 2021. Retrieved 22 May 2025.
12. "TV9 Bharatvarsh expands digital operations". TelevisionPost. 5 March 2022. Retrieved 22 May 2025.
13. "The rise of sensationalism in Indian TV news". Al Jazeera. 12 November 2020. Retrieved 22 May 2025.
14. "Indian TV news channels under scrutiny for political bias". BBC News. 30 April 2021. Retrieved 22 May 2025.
15. "NBSA report on news channel complaints". NBSA India. Retrieved 22 May 2025.

External links

• Website