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Shalom (TV channel)

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Country India, Asia, Europe, United States
Broadcast area World wide
Headquarters Peruvannamoozhi, Perambra, Kozhikode District, Kerala
Programming
Language Malayalam
Picture format 576p (SD)
Ownership
Owner Shalom Communications Ltd
Key people Benny Punnathara (Chairman)
History
Launched 1998(programming block)
2005 March
Founder Benny Punnathara
Links
Website www.shalomtv.tv

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

References

  1. Back to citation "ShalomTV history". Shalom portal. Retrieved 9 February 2016.
  2. Back to citation 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.
  3. Back to citation "Third Malayalam channel Shalom TV to make foray into UK". UKMalayalee.com. Retrieved 9 February 2016.
  4. Back to citation "Shalom comes to North America". Marianna Bartholomew. Catholic News Agency. Archived from the original on 29 September 2013. Retrieved 9 February 2016.