Cable operators black out six channels
JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 17 November 2012
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Six entertainment channels have been taken off air in Karachi by local cable operators. The Pakistan Broadcasters Association has lodged a complaint with PEMRA regarding this blackout.Summary
KARACHI: Six popular entertainment channels have been taken off air by cable operators, specifically in Karachi. According to The Express Tribune, the Pakistan Broadcasters Association has complained to the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) in this regard.
The channels blacked out since Wednesday are ARY Digital, Geo Entertainment, Hum TV, Express Entertainment, TV One and KTN Entertainment.
PBA has protested that some cable operators are aiming to seek permission to air illegal Indian channels, which were ordered to be taken off air by PEMRA following a Supreme Court directive.
Taking such channels off air is against licensing rules and regulations for cable operators.
PBA has authorized its members to take legal action against PEMRA and the cable operators.
Key Points
- Six channels including ARY Digital and Geo Entertainment blacked out.
- The Pakistan Broadcasters Association has raised concerns over illegal Indian channels.
- PEMRA issued a directive to remove certain channels from air.
- Legal action may be taken against PEMRA and cable operators.
- This action violates licensing rules for cable operators.
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