Shalom (TV channel)
Logo used since 2005 | |
| Country | India, Asia, Europe, United States |
|---|---|
| Broadcast area | World wide |
| Headquarters | Peruvannamoozhi, Perambra, Kozhikode District, Kerala |
| Programming | |
| Language(s) | Malayalam |
| Ownership | |
| Owner | Shalom Communications Ltd |
| Key people | Benny Punnathara (Chairman) |
| History | |
| Launched | 1998(programming block) 2005 March |
| Founder | Benny Punnathara |
| Links | |
| Website | www |
Shalom TV is an Indian malayalam language free to air television channel based in the state of Kerala. It broadcasts programming catering primarily to a Catholic Christian audience.
In addition to liturgical content, Shalom Television airs a variety of other shows, including interviews, musical programs, competitions, quiz shows, chat shows, short films, and programs focused on family life.
History
Shalom was first introduc a small prayer group. It was founded by Saint Thomas Christians and was subsequently expanded in 1998 as a programming block on Asianet channel. It was officially launched as an independent channel in March 2005.[1] The channel, further expanded in publishing media including Shalom Times, Shalom Tidings and Sunday Shalom.[2] The channel has expanded its operation worldwide, including Australia, United Kingdom and North America.[3][4]
See also
- Catholic television
- Catholic television channels
- Catholic television networks
- Padre Pio TV
References
- ^ "ShalomTV history". Shalom portal. Retrieved 9 February 2016.
- ^ Marianna Bartholomew. "Seek Peace at a Shalom Fest this Summer and Welcome Shalom TV". Catholic News Agency. Archived from the original on 7 August 2014. Retrieved 9 February 2016.
- ^ "Third Malayalam channel Shalom TV to make foray into UK". UKMalayalee.com. Retrieved 9 February 2016.
- ^ "Shalom comes to North America". Marianna Bartholomew. Catholic News Agency. Archived from the original on 29 September 2013. Retrieved 9 February 2016.
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