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ZEE Radio unveils "glossy looking" website
From Biz Asia. Posted May 8 2008, 4.54pm
ZEE Radio has launched its website today at www.zeeradiouk.com . The website, which currently offers news and information about the station is expected to expand in days to come with it becoming the hub for Bollywood stories and star interviews. Raj Baddhan, station manager for ZEE Radio said, "This is just the start of things to come on ZEE Radio. Our glossy looking website adds to the sound of the station. There is much more online interactivity being added soon too so keep a check out for that." ZEE Radio launched in Greater London on 558AM (07:00 - 13:00) and 24 hours on DAB digital radio in February. It is also expected to begin its live stream online too. In other ZEE Radio news, two new shows are set to launch later this month - 'Ishq Vishq Pyar Vyar' and 'Dhamaal at Do'. More details exclusively on BizAsia.co.uk soon. Related links: Shah Rukh Khan launches ZEE Radio EXCLUSIVE: ZEE Radio launch details emerge ZEE Radio Station Manager appointed EXCLUSIVE: First look of ZEE Radio logo ZEE Radio secures DAB London space EXCLUSIVE: ZEE Radio launch details emerge ZEE Network to launch radio station Sabras Radio to end stint on Spectrum Radio (more)

Zee Radio appoints manager
From Radio Today. Posted February 8 2008, 12.51am
Raj Baddhan from Sabras Radio in the midlands has been appointed as station manager for the soon-to-launch ZEE Radio. Zee will start broadcasting online, on DAB in London and on satellite later this month. (more)

EXCLUSIVE: First look of ZEE Radio logo
From Biz Asia. Posted January 30 2008, 11.00pm
In yet another scoop for BizAsia.co.uk, we bring you the first look of the ZEE Radio logo. The much awaited ZEE Radio launches in February. Keep it with BizAsia.co.uk for the exclusive launch details. As already revealed, ZEE Radio will be available on 558AM, DAB digital radio and online. Related links: ZEE Radio secures DAB London space EXCLUSIVE: ZEE Radio launch details emerge ZEE Network to launch radio station Sabras Radio to end stint on Spectrum Radio (more)

ZEE Radio begins audio testing in London
From Biz Asia. Posted January 16 2008, 9.51pm
ZEE Network's soon-to-launch radio station ZEE Radio has commenced audio testing on various platforms in London. As revealed exclusively on BizAsia.co.uk last year, ZEE Radio will be available on DAB digital radio in London, on Sky Digital and selected time bands on Spectrum Radio. ZEE Radio's label has been secured on DAB digital radio. BizAsia.co.uk readers have found a display stating "Station Is Off Air" under the ZEE Radio channel in London. Some readers also noticed some audio output testing on Spectrum Radio on 558 AM (London) on Monday (14th January). ZEE Radio will be the first Asian TV broadcaster to launch a radio service. It is expected to perform initial tests from early-February ahead of its much anticipated official launch. Related links: ZEE Radio secures DAB London space EXCLUSIVE: ZEE Radio launch details emerge ZEE Network to launch radio station Sabras Radio to end stint on Spectrum Radio (more)

Hajj/Eid programming on Asian TV & radio
From Biz Asia. Posted December 12 2007, 10.24pm
This month Muslims around the world celebrate Bakr -E- Eid. We bring you a guide to what Asian TV and radio channels will be broadcasting in the UK to coincide with the religious occassion. Geo UK EID DAY 01 Nadia Khan Show Eid Day 01, 02 & 03 09:05 Watch Nadia Khan Show on this Eid …..Which brings for you bag of goodies to spice up your day and your life …only on GEO!!! Pakistan Mega Star Show 11:05 "Stay tuned for spectacular performances by some of the most well known Pakistani artists in Canada’s Wonderland Ali Zafar, Humaira Arshad, Taranum Naaz, Malkoo and Nirma. This Eid GEO brings you some heart pounding performances. Exclusively on GEO!" Urdu Featured Film: Salakhein 16:05 Salakhein is the story of a young man who is passionate about life and dreams of a bright and prosperous future. Little does he know what life has in store for him? He is destined for a future engulfed with hatred, anger, revenge and much more, Only on GEO!!!! Applause with Tehseen Jawed 19:05 Stay Tuned for Applause with the ever green singer Tehseen Jawed on this Eid, Exclusively on GEO New York Se New Karachi Tak (Eid day 01& 02) 21:05 New York Se New Karachi Tek is the story of a family that comes from New York to New Karachi to celebrate Eid. Celebrate Eid, Only With GEO!!! Bakra Ghar Pe Hai 22:05 Stay tuned to GEO TV for Bakra Ghar Mein Hai a special teleplay about a marriage taking place in the family on Eid! EID DAY 02 Dil Tum Ko Day Diya 11:05 A special telefilm that plays with the emotions of love and commitment, this Eid, exclusively on GEO. Ab Aur Say Bhi Zyada GEO 16:05 A mix of the best festive songs. Encompassing all forms of celebration from wedding, to Eid to fabulous shows and performances. Bachay Mann Kay Sachay Part 1 & 02(Eid day 02& 03) 18:05 Who would disagree with the fact that innocence and spontaneity go hand in hand? Watch Bachay Man Kay Sachay special episode on this Eid Fifty Fifty (Eid day 02& 03) 18:30 Fifty Fifty was one of the most famous program of it’s time. Geo TV once again presents 50/50 in a fresh and celebratory manner on this Eid. Hogaee Eid Humari 14:05 Hogaee Eid Humari is a special teleplay that will touch all your emotions. Don’t forget to miss it, only on GEO!!!! Red Carpet Lux Style Awards 22:05 This Eid, Stay tuned to GEO for the Red Carpet moments of the most prestigious Pakistani Awards “Lux Style Awards 2007”, exclusively on GEO! EID DAY 03 Music Mela 11:05 Stay tuned for a Music Mela in which some of the greatest stars from Pakistan and India gives there special performances, Exclusively on GEO! Bakra Qiston Per 19:05 Stay tuned to GEO TV for the special play on Eid-Ul- Azha Bakra Qiston Per , Don’t forget to miss it! Lux Style Awards 21:05 This Eid Join GEO TV for a Star Studded event. Witness the Most prestigious Pakistani Awards held in Malaysia with some spectacular performances by Reema, Meera, Ali Zafar, Atif Aslam and Many more. Noor TV Special live Hajj Transmission on Hajj days. Noor TV is also broadcasting live daily Hajj reports from Saudi Arabia, along with daily Maghrab and Isha Prayers direct from Masjid e Nabvi (Madina). Special Eid Kids Lorry, Eid bargains and Muslim lifestyle programmes are also part of our special Eid transmission. Prime TV Cook Out (part 1) Eid first day at 11:30 (part 2) Eid second day at 11:30 Dholak – Eid second day at 15:30 Blockbuster movie: Munna Bhai - Eid first day at 20:00 Eid sitcom: Bakra Credit Card – Eid first day at 18:00 Eid play: Bahut Khalia - Eid second day at 20:00 Spotlight Eid special: Fakhir - Eid second day at 22:30 Jee Aayan Noo – Eid third day at 21:30 Prime Asian Music Eid Special – Eid first day at 17:30 Eid telefilm: Cousin Sara Saturday at 21:30 The Sahir Lodhi Show Eid exclusive Sunday at 20:00 Sabras Radio Two-hour Eid special presented by Faruk Razak and Iqbal between 18:00 and 20:00 on Thursday 20th December. This page will be regularly updated. Last updated: 19/12/07 at 22:44 (more)

New Bollywood show heads to Sabras Radio
From Biz Asia. Posted November 13 2007, 9.27pm
A new weekly Bollywood show is being launched on the Midlands renowned Sabras Radio, starting this Saturday (17th November). The programme called 'Filmi Access' will be presented by newcomers Vishali and Minesh between 09:00 - midday. 'Filmi Access' will feature all the very latest breaking news stories from tinsel town, plus star interviews, music and film reviews, as well as live correspondents from the capital city of Mumbai. 'Filmi Access' will also launch the all new Top Ten Bollywood soundtracks, which will be compiled by Sabras Radio airplay, public votes and record sales in the Midlands. The Bollywood Top Ten will air at 11:00 during the show. The new show replaces the long running 'Bollywood Buzz', which has been on the station since its launch twelve years ago. Its presenter Shama Malik will be moving to Sunday evenings in a weekend schedule shake-up. BizAsia.co.uk's Founder and Operations Manager at Sabras Radio, Raj Baddhan, said, "We are always reviewing our programmes here and the new Bollywood show is being launched based on the response we have collated from our listeners. We're filling a gap in the market to inform and entertain our listeners through our exciting three-hour show - Filmi Access, which is going to be a one-stop shop for all Bollywood fanatics." More on the new weekend Sabras Radio changes soon only on BizAsia.co.uk. (more)

Spotlight: Diwali special radio & TV shows
From Biz Asia. Posted November 5 2007, 9.11pm
Asian TV and radio broadcasters have lined up special shows to air on Diwali, this Friday 9th November. We bring you a guide to what you can expect. THIS PAGE WILL BE UPDATED REGULARLY BBC Asian Network Sonia Deol (6-9am) presents a very special Diwali special show on BBC Asian Network. Reporters will be out and about in Southall talking to members of the Hindu and Sikh community on how they'll be celebrating Diwali and Sonia will be speaking to Jay Sean in the studio about his Diwali plans. There's also reports from Mumbai on the two big Diwali film releases 'Om Shanti Om' and Saawariya'. BBC Asian Network presenters Raj and Pablo will be back fresh from the Premiere of 'Om Shanti Om'. Event: Diwali On The Square Friday 9th November at 19:00 B4U Music Event: Diwali On The Square Friday 9th November at 19:00 MATV National Live Diwali Special with Karsan Kaka Friday 9th November at 20:00 MAX Movie: Jaan-E-Mann Friday 9th November at 20:00 Movie: Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham Saturday 10th November at 20:00 NDTV 24x7 09:30 The complete guide to 'Om Shanti Om' 10:30 Special: 'Diwali Dhamaka'(highlights) 12:30 Exclusive Interview of Sanjay Leela Bhansali 13:30 'Food' with Marut Sikka on Diwali sweets 14:00 The 70's Show 14:30 The 70's Show 18:30 'Food' with Marut Sikka on Diwali sweets (repeat telecast) 19:00 Live telecast of Diwali celebrations from across the country 21:30 Special: 'Diwali Dhamaka' (repeat telecast) 22:00 Bombay Talkies: Farah Khan 22:30 Cell Guru special with Hrithik Roshan 23:30 'Picture This' reviews of Diwali releases 'Om Shanti Om' and 'Saawariya' Sabras Radio Diwali Special Friday 9th November at 18:00 Sony Entertainment Television Asia Event: Salaam E Bollywood Friday 9th November at 13:00 Event: Diwali Show Friday 9th November at 16:30 Event: Bollywood Awards Friday 9th November at 17:30 STAR Gold Movie: Ek Chalis Ki Last Local Saturday 10th November at 21:00 ZEE Cinema Movie: Vivah Saturday 10th November at 20:00 ZEE TV Event: Rishton Ka Utsav Sunday 11th November at 21:30 Above times apply to UK viewers only. Updated: 12:15 on 08/11/07 (more)

Sabras Radio & NDTV tie-up for cricket
From Biz Asia. Posted November 1 2007, 11.30pm
The Midland's most popular Asian station Sabras Radio has tied up with India’s leading news channel NDTV for live cricket updates. Starting on Monday 5th November, Sabras Radio will bring its listeners live scores from the nail biting India vs Pakistan cricket series. The tour features five ODIs and two Test Series. Sabras Radio will be taking 5-6 updates from NDTV's sports reporters during a live match. NDTV will also be bringing its expertise on Sabras Radio through any breaking news from the series directly to Sabras listeners. Previously, Sabras Radio has associated itself with ZEE News reporters from cricket updates. Related link: Sabras Radio ties up with ZEE News for cricket (more)

Sabras Radio awarded space in Northamptonshire
From Biz Asia. Posted October 11 2007, 11.38pm
Leicester based Sabras Radio has won space to broadcast its service to Northamptonshire, as part of an effort to boost local digital output in the area. (more)

Shahid Kapur to promote film on 'Nach Baliye 3'
From Biz Asia. Posted October 9 2007, 9.25am
The latest news doing the rounds is that Shahid Kapur will be a special guest on STAR Plus' immensely popular celebrity dance show, 'Nach Baliye 3'. Shahid is likely to shoot for 'Nach Baliye 3' on the 15th for the episode that will be telecast on the 18th. This is part of the promotion campaign for Imtiaz Ali's keenly awaited 'Jab We Met' releasing in the UK on Thursday 25th October (26th worldwide). Says our source, "Shahid will be the celebrity guest on Nach Baliye 3. He will comment on the participants' performance and at the end of the show go up on stage and shake a leg to the remix of the Mauja Hi Mauja track from the film." Weeks back, Kareena Kapoor had released the soundtrack of 'Jab We Met' on ZEE TV's 'Sa Re Ga Ma Pa - Challenge 2007'. Related links: STAR Plus' drama actress in 'Jab We Met' 'Jab We Met' music premieres on Sabras Radio (more)

ZEE Radio secures DAB London space
From Biz Asia. Posted September 28 2007, 1.52pm
ZEE Network's upcoming project ZEE Radio has secured space on DAB London multiplex 2. This means, when the station launches in the next few weeks, it will be available on DAB digital radio at launch in the Greater London region. It will replace a Traffic and Travel format radio station. As revealed on BizAsia.co.uk earlier, ZEE Radio will also be available on Sky Digital. There are also talks ongoing with Spectrum Radio for certain amount of hours of ZEE Radio’s output to relay on 558AM. Related links: EXCLUSIVE: ZEE Radio launch details emerge ZEE Network to launch radio station Sabras Radio to end stint on Spectrum Radio (more)

'Jab We Met' music premieres on Sabras Radio
From Biz Asia. Posted September 19 2007, 9.11pm
The music of this season's romantic comedy 'Jab We Met' directed by Imtiaz Ali was given an exclusive play on the Midland's popular Sabras Radio on Tuesday (18th September), days before the music is officially out. The song "Mauja Mauja" sung by Mika Singh premiered on the station's 'Drivetime' show. Today, a teaser featuring clips of all the songs from the soundtrack was carried by Sabras Radio. Furthermore, the music of the film is reportedly being released by the film's lead star Kareena Kapoor on television. Industry insiders inform that Kareena is all set to shoot for ZEE TV's immensely popular programme, 'Sa Re Ga Ma Pa' for a dedicated 30-minute 'Jab We Met' episode, which will unveil the film's soundtrack, composed by Pritam. Along with the contestants and the show's anchor Aditya Narayan, Kareena will launch the audio, which officially hits the market later this week and is being tipped to be a charbuster. This special episode will air this weekend on ZEE TV UK. Her co-star Shahid Kapoor, who is currently shooting in Canada, was unable to join her for the shoot. 'Jab We Met' is being released internationally by Studio 18 on Friday 26th October. (more)

EXCLUSIVE: ZEE Radio launch details emerge
From Biz Asia. Posted August 31 2007, 8.51pm
BizAsia.co.uk exclusively revealed the launch plans for ZEE Network's first radio station earlier this year. Even though ZEE officials are still remaining tightlipped on the imminent launch, we can now exclusively confirm that ZEE Radio will be available on Sky Digital. Media regulator Ofcom has issued a 'Radio Licensable Content Service' licence to ZEE Network to broadcast its station on the UK satellite platform. According to sources close to BizAsia.co.uk, ZEE Radio is also in final negotiations to clinch a deal with Spectrum Radio. This will result in ZEE Radio relaying its programmes on analogue via 558AM in Greater London for a selected number of hours. It’s a known fact that Leicester based Sabras Radio will be going off Spectrum Radio, however a question mark hangs over on whether or not ZEE Radio will be taking over Sabras' five hours per day slot or some other. There is also speculation, ZEE Radio will be launching on a local London digital radio multiplex. We will bring you full ZEE Radio launch details on BizAsia.co.uk first. Related links: ZEE Network to launch radio station Sabras Radio to end stint on Spectrum Radio (more)

Spotlight: Independence Day special shows
From Biz Asia. Posted August 1 2007, 8.44pm
To celebrate the 60th Independence Day of Pakistan and India, Asian TV and radio channels will broadcasting special shows. As every year, BizAsia.co.uk brings you a guide of what you can expect in the run up to Tuesday 14th August and Wednesday 15th August. This page will be updated on a regular basis. Independence Special This week at 16:00 Live celebrations Wednesday 15th August from 06:30 Super Kidz Funda - An Independence Day Special for kids of all ages that will invite them to experience and appreciate freedom. 12th, 13th and 14th August at 17:05. Pehla Pehr – The morning show to which the entire continent wakes up will have an Independence Day theme featuring special guests and topics of relevance. 13th and 14th August at 08:30. Marina Mornings - The Morning show seen across the globe with the ever so energetic and vivacious Marina Khan brings focuses on what Independence Day means to the Pakistani nation featuring special guests. 13th and 14th August at 09:05. Loose Talk – A comedy show guaranteed to satisfy appetite for every sense of humour represents Independence Day related issues in a light and comic manner. 12th August at 19:05. Main Bhi Pakistan Hoon – This discussion show will feature 4 participants representing the masses and a famous personality. Issues will be reviewed considering each point of view. 13th and 14th August at 19:05. Ek Safar – Pakistan – A four part documentary highlighting Pakistan’s performance in the areas of Sports, Economics & Business, Politics and Media. Achievers through history in these fields will be highlighted to identify their roles. Each documentary will trace Pakistan’s standing and position from 1947 to date. 11th August 5.30pm BST 12th, 13th and 14th at 18:30. Ek aur Pehloo – A special discussion program that talks about what we have become and where we stand in the 60 years of independence in terms of Patriotism, Education and Health. 12th August at 22:00. Yeh Bhi Pakistani Hai – After 60 years of independence Noor is looking for a Pakistani who still believes in the ideology of Pakistan and concept of separate country for the Muslim of subcontinent. Noor thinks that this Pakistani faith might have changed with the passage of time. Is today’s Pakistan what they dreamed for? 14th August at 19:30. Rang-e-Pakistan (Colors of Four Provinces) – a concert featuring Shafqat Amanat; Abrar-ul-Haq; Shehzad Roy; Strings; Humera Arshad; Fakhir; Haroon; Rahim Shah; Arif Lohar; Annie; Rabi Pirzada, Shazia Khushk, Mona Lisa. Faisal Qureshi, Nirma, Moamar Rana, Resham, Saud, Nighat Chaudhry and Faisal Qazi. Travel through the famous patriotic songs of each era presented along with theme based performances by these artists in the country. 13th August at 22:00. Dil Se Dil – Boundaries can divide nations, not humans. In an exceptional gesture of camaraderie, ARY Digital rises above antagonism and goes beyond boundaries not only to celebrate our Independence Day, but also to congratulate our Indian neighbors on theirs. The show boasts of the best in fashion, cinema, and music from Pakistan and India at Wahga Border. 14th August at 23:00. Ghonsla – A heart rendering telefilm directed by Ahson Talish starring Nabeel; Javeria Abbasi & many more. 11th August at 22:00. Subha ki Dastak - An enlightening play of Independence Day; a historical recap over the Formation of Pakistan in the most artistic way. It will take the youth back in time to a Village which is yet to be declared as part of India or Pakistan. The play will spin around two Muslim brothers as each of them is an active member of Muslim League and Congress and wish to have the village parted in their favor. This special play will not just educate youth about the issues faced by an individual state or tribe prior to Formation of Pakistan but will also highlight the culture and nationalism amongst the villagers. Directed by S. Azeem Ahmed starring Munawwar Saeed; Mehmood Aslam; Fahad Mustafa; Badar Khalil; Sarwat Gillani; Qaiser Naqvi; Amber Nausheen; Perveen Akber; Danish Nawaz; Shahzad Ali Khan; Rashid Farooqui & more. 12th 13th 14th August at 20:05. Yun Di Humain Azadi - A beautifully written special play of Independence Day by the most renowned writer of our nation Anwar Maqsood. He enlightens about his tenure of 60 years with Pakistan from October 1948, the day he arrived in Karachi with his family and as a child had an innocent dialogue with his Mother about this land, connecting with that conversation and activating the thought-process, this play is to bring an emotional state of patriotism in every Pakistani. Drama Ahson Talish starring Story by Anwer Maqsood starring Aijazz Aslam; Fardeen Khan (Child Star); Perveen Akber; Rashid Farooqui; Aslam Sheikh & more. 14th August at 22:00. Movie: The Rising: Mangal Pandey Wednesday 15th August at 08:30 Movie: Garv - Pride & Honour Wednesday 15th August at 16:00 Movie: Nayak Wednesday 15th August at 20:00 I For India This will showcase the results of what eminent jurists like Abdul Kalam and Amitabh Bachchan along with the people of India have chosen on nine topics - the icon of India, worst shame, greatest pride, political blot, best sports person, best film, best song, India Abroad USP and one thing/event that changed India. Wednesday 15th August at 13:30 Freedom at Midnight: 60 years of India & Pakistan's Independence This one hour show will bring together politicians, soldiers, artistes and ordinary people from both sides of the border. The show will be anchored by Barkha Dutt from Dubai and an anchor from Pakistan, live in Dubai, Islamabad and New Delhi. Wednesday 15th August at 17:30 60 Years of Sports A half an hour program, which will highlight the best, the worst, the most poignant moment and the popular sports personalities in the history of Indian sports since Independence. Wednesday 15th August at 06:00 & 15:00 Jai Jawan Priyanka Chopra will visit the historic Tenga, an important location for the 1960 Indo-China war in the special episode of Jai Jawan. Wednesday 15th August at 06:30 & 15:30 Chaman Lal Chaman Special Wednesday 15th August (throughout day) Classic Cinema Tum Salamat Raho Sunday 12th August at 13:15 Muslim Power Sunday 12th August at 20:00 Spot Light Special Sunday 12th August at 21:30 Jasmine Special Play Monday 13th August at 20:00 Music Extravaganza Monday 13th August at 21:30 Jee Aayan Noo Tuesday 14th August at 19:30 British Asian Awards Tuesday 14th August at 21:30 Special messages Special messages from Pakistan and India High Commissioners throughout the day exclusively on Sabras Radio. Tuesday 14th August & Wednesday 15th August Movie: Rang De Basanti Wednesday 15th August at 21:00 Movie: Swades Saturday 18th August at 21:00 Live celebrations Wednesday 15th August from 06:30 Movie: Purab Aur Paschim Wednesday 15th August at 10:00 Movie: Karma Wednesday 15th August at 20:00 Movie: Operation Akshar Wednesday 15th August at 10:00 Event: Jawan Hai India Wednesday 15th August at 19:30 Movie: 1947: Earth Wednesday 15th August at 00:00 Last 60 Days Before Azaadi Wednesday 15th August at 10:00 Movie: Kranti Wednesday 15th August at 12:00 Azaadi In Bollywood Wednesday 15th August at 17:00 60 Saal Ka Jawan Bharat Wednesday 15th August at 23:00 Above times apply to UK viewers only. Updated: 20:26 on 13/08/07 (more)

Derbyshire DAB Multiplex Awarded to NOW Digital
From Merry Media. Posted July 6 2007, 3.28pm
Ofcom have awarded thew DAB Multiplex licence for Derbyshire to NOW Digital (East Midlands), a consortium made up of GCap Media, Sabras Radio and the Chrysalis Group.. (more)

Sabras Radio to end stint on Spectrum Radio
From Biz Asia. Posted June 21 2007, 11.19pm
The Midlands renowned Asian station Sabras Radio has decided to end its broadcast in London via Spectrum Radio's 558AM frequency. Sabras Radio has been simulcasting its Midlands feed to London since July 2005. While the response has been encouraging to the six hours a day it broadcast, the station felt the "trial" was long enough and was looking at pursuing other exciting options. Sabras Radio will cease broadcasting on Spectrum Radio on Saturday 30th June at midday. Programmes will continue as normal on 1260AM throughout the Midlands. In July 2005, Sabras Radio had replaced ARY Digital's radio station. The question now mounts as to what will replace Sabras Radio in the morning slot of Spectrum Radio. With two Asian radio stations already have had used that slot, will this make way for a third? When we contacted Spectrum Radio, they refused to comment on the replacement. Rumours have been rife that the much talked about ZEE Radio will go live shortly with a few hours of airtime on 558AM (the former Sabras Radio slot) and the rest on DAB digital radio in London. ZEE Network UK is keeping tightlipped about the launch of ZEE Radio, remember BizAsia.co.uk broke the news exclusively first earlier this year. Spectrum Radio is the country's only ethnic commercial radio station, serving in excess of 20 different communities. Last year, media regulator Ofcom had rejected Spectrum Radio's proposal of increasing the number of hours it dedicates to Asian programming. Related links: EXCLUSIVE: ZEE Network to launch radio station Ofcom reject's Spectrum Radio's Asian output plea (more)

Scooped: Radio station websites lack updates
From Biz Asia. Posted April 1 2007, 11.24pm
This week BizAsia.co.uk's sleuths scooped down on the websites of a few Asian radio stations in the UK and were appalled to see how most of them have not been updated in weeks, months, and even, years! These discoveries were correct as of 19:00 on Sunday 01st April 2007: Sunrise Radio: -An hour before the event is about to reach its end, a banner advert on the homepage still invites exhibitors to book their stand for the Asian Lifestyle Show in Birmingham, which it says is "Coming Back"! -No one has reviewed any Bollywood movie ever since the release of the dud 'Zindaggi Rocks', almost eight months back! -The presenters' page does not have any profiles for nearly half a dozen presenters. -The Entertainment section has a solo snippet on Ram Gopal Varma being criticised for trying to remake 'Sholay' - a news item that is more than six months old! -The Celeb Files section features only Hrithik Roshan, who has been there for nearly half a year now. -The news snippets in the Bollywood section vary from being three to six months old! -The Events page is still busy celebrating the Diwali 2006 occasion at the Square in London! Club Asia: -The Playlist C has no tracks! -The Essential 20 Chart features only 19 tracks! What happened to No.20? -The little box on the 'Highest New Entry' features an image of the film 'Dil Apna Punjabi', released last year. -The Urban Session Playlist hasn't been updated since 01/10/2006. Asian Sound Radio: -After more than a year, the website continues to state 'The Asian Sound Radio website is currently being updated'. Radio XL: -The page with the Schedule has been missing for over two years! -The links for Daily Bollywood Top Ten and Bollywood News take you nowhere. Ditto for the links for News & Weather, Asian Love & Message Board. The only sites that seem almost fully updated belong to Sabras Radio and BBC Asian Network. If you've spotted any unusual or strangely funny items on Asian TV, radio or in print, please contact BizAsia.co.uk today and we will publish the best goof ups on the website. (more)

Sabras Radio ties up with ZEE News for cricket
From Biz Asia. Posted March 13 2007, 2.09pm
The Midlands most popular Asian radio station Sabras Radio has tied up with India's leading Hindi news channel ZEE News for cricket updates during the World Cup. (more)

Sabras Radio to unleash new on-air sound
From Biz Asia. Posted March 1 2007, 11.17pm
The Midland's most popular Asian station Sabras Radio has confirmed that it will be unleashing its new on-air sound on Monday (5th March). (more)

Sabras Radio secures Shilpa Shetty interview
From Biz Asia. Posted February 6 2007, 1.30pm
Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty will be visiting the Midland's most popular Asian radio station Sabras Radio tomorrow (Wednesday 7th February). (more)