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{{short description|Indian satellite television service}}
{{EngvarB|date=June 2019}}
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{{Infobox company
{{Infobox company
| company_name = Tata Sky
| name = Tata Play
| company_logo = [[Image:Tata Sky Logo.svg|250px]]
| logo = Tata Play 2022 logo.svg
| logo_size = 200px
| company_type = [[Joint venture]]
| former_name = Tata Sky (2006–2022)
| foundation = 2004
| defunct =
| location = 3rd Floor, Bombay Dyeing AO building, P B Marg, Worli, Mumbai, India
| type = Private
| key_people = Vikram Kaushik (Managing Director and CEO)
| area_served = India
| slogan = Isko laga daala, toh life jingalala
| key_people = [[Harit Nagpal]]<br />{{small|(MD and CEO)}}
| area_served = India
| industry = Media
| industry = [[Satellite television]]
| services = {{Bulleted_list|[[Direct broadcast satellite|Satellite]]|[[Pay television]]|[[Pay-per-view]]|[[Streaming television]]}}
| products = Direct-To-Home service & Satellite Television
| revenue =
| revenue = {{up}}
{{INRConvert|4741|c}} (2022)
| operating_income =
| net_income =
| net_income = {{up}}
{{INRConvert|69|c}} (2022)
| num_employees =
| num_employees = 1,500
| parent = [[Tata Group]] (80%) <br /> [[STAR TV (Asia)|STAR TV]] (20%)
| parent = [[Tata Group]]
| subsid =
| subsid = Tata Play Fiber
| homepage = [http://www.tatasky.com/ http://www.TataSky.com]
<br>Tata Play Binge
[http://www.tataskyplus.com/ http://www.TataSkyPlus.com]
| footnotes =
| footnotes =
| Satellite =
| founded = {{Start date and age|df=yes|2006|08|08}}
| homepage = {{URL|https://www.tataplay.com/}}
}}
}}
'''Tata Play''' is an Indian [[Subscription business model|subscription-based]] [[satellite television]] (DTH) service provider owned by [[Tata Group]]. it was using [[MPEG-4]] digital compression technology, transmitting using [[INSAT-4A]] [[GSAT-10]] and [[GSAT-24]] satellites.<ref>{{cite web |url= http://www.lyngsat.com/packages/tatasky.html |title= Tata Sky on Insat 4A |access-date= 10 August 2008 |publisher= LyngSat |url-status= dead |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20080809014755/http://www.lyngsat.com/packages/tatasky.html |archive-date= 9 August 2008 |df= dmy-all }}</ref> Incorporated in 2005, it currently offers 630+ channels, 543 [[Standard-definition television|SD]] channels and 91 [[High-definition television|HD]] channels and services, along with many other value added services. Tata Play is the largest DTH service provider in India.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=The Indian Telecom Services Performance Indicators, January - March, 2023 |url=https://www.trai.gov.in/sites/default/files/QPIR_21082023_0.pdf}}</ref> As of March 2023, according to [[Telecom Regulatory Authority of India|TRAI]] Tata Play serves 21.3 million subscribers which is 32.65% of total [[Direct-to-home television in India|DTH]] users in India.<ref name=":0" />


Tata Play entered into an agreement with French firm [[Vantiva]] to supply [[4K resolution|4K]] [[Set-top box|set top boxes]] from early 2015.<ref>{{cite web|author=PTI |url=http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/media/entertainment/entertainment/tatasky-to-start-4k-ultra-hd-beaming-from-next-year/articleshow/37781110.cms |title=TataSky to start 4K ultra HD beaming from next year – The Economic Times |publisher=Economictimes.indiatimes.com |date=2014-07-04 |access-date=2016-10-28}}</ref> The company was formerly known as Tata Sky.<ref>{{cite news | url=https://m.economictimes.com/industry/media/entertainment/tata-sky-is-now-tata-play-firm-drops-brand-name-after-18-year-run/articleshow/89127825.cms | title=Tata Sky is now Tata Play, firm drops brand name after 18-year-run | newspaper=The Economic Times | date=27 January 2022 | last1=Laghate | first1=Gaurav }}</ref>
'''Tata Sky''' is a [[Direct broadcast satellite|DTH]] satellite television provider in [[India]], using [[MPEG-2]] digital compression technology, transmitting using [[Indian National Satellite System#INSAT-4A|INSAT 4A]] at 83.0[[Celestial coordinate system|°E]].<ref>{{cite web |url= http://www.lyngsat.com/packages/tatasky.html |title= Tata Sky on Insat 4A |accessdate= 2008-08-10 |publisher = LyngSat}}</ref>


==History==
==History==
<!-- DO NOT CHANGE HISTORICAL NAMES, IT WAS TATA SKY before 2022 -->[[File:Tata_Sky_Logo.jpg|alt=Tata Sky logo|Logo of former name (Tata Sky)|thumb|200x200px]]
Tata Sky was a [[joint venture]] between the [[Tata Group]] and [[News Corporation]], which owned 80% and 20% stakes respectively<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.tata.com/company/profile/Tata-Sky |title=Tata Sky – Tata companies – Tata group |publisher=Tata.com |access-date=2016-10-28}}</ref> until 2008, when [[Singapore]]-based [[Temasek Holdings]] picked up a 10% stake in Tata Play from the Tata Group. Tata Sky was incorporated in 2001, but launched services on 8 August 2006.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://telecomtalk.info/tatasky-free-channels/155869/ |title=TataSky to offer all channels and services free to all active users for 2 weeks on account of 10th Anniversary celebrations |publisher=Telecomtalk.info |date=2016-08-05 |access-date=2016-10-28}}</ref>


Tata Sky's [[Holding company]], 21st Century Fox, formerly owned an international group of DTH businesses that include [[Sky Italia]] in Italy and [[Sky UK]] in the United Kingdom. The company uses the Sky brand under a licence from [[Sky Group]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.tatasky.com/wps/portal/tatasky/home/footerpages/corporateinfo |title=About Tata Sky DTH (India), its DTH services, DTH channels & DTH packages on offer |publisher=Tatasky.com |access-date=2016-10-28}}</ref>
It is a joint venture between the [[Tata Group]], that owns 80% and [[STAR_TV|STAR Group]] that owns a 20% stake.<ref>{{cite web |url= http://www.tata.com/company/profile.aspx?sectid=xYlRmUNSmZM= |title= Tata Sky | accessdate= 2008-08-10}}</ref> Tata Sky was incorporated in [[2004]] but was launched only in [[2006]]. It currently offers close to 264 channels ({{asof|August 2010}}) and some interactive ones; this count includes some numbers off HD channels offered by Tata Sky (as Tata Sky - HD) and interactive services also.


Tata Sky partnered with [[Ericsson]] to launch the first [[Video on demand|Video on Demand]] (VOD) services in India in 2012.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ericsson.com/en/cases/2012/tata-sky-india-more-content--more-choice|title=Video On Demand|date=2012|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190512035820/https://www.ericsson.com/en/cases/2012/tata-sky-india-more-content--more-choice|archive-date=12 May 2019|url-status=dead}}</ref>
The company uses the Sky brand owned by [[British Sky Broadcasting]].<ref>{{cite web |url= http://www.tatasky.com/corporate-info.html |title= Tata Sky Corporate Info |accessdate = 2008-08-10}}</ref>


On 9 January 2015, Tata Sky became the first Indian DTH operator to offer [[4K resolution|4K]] [[Set-top box|set-top-boxes]] to its consumers.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/tatasky-launches-countrys-first-4k-settop-box/article6775606.ece |title=TataSky launches country's first 4K set-top box |work=The Hindu |date=2015-01-10 |access-date=2016-10-28}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dnaindia.com/scitech/report-tatasky-launches-country-s-first-4k-set-top-box-2051459 |title=Tata Sky launches India's first 4K set-top box with UHD capability &#124; Latest News & Updates at Daily News & Analysis |publisher=Dnaindia.com |date=2015-01-11 |access-date=2016-10-28}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://tech.firstpost.com/news-analysis/tata-sky-launches-4k-uhd-set-top-in-india-will-cost-rs-6400-for-new-users-249271.html |title=Tata Sky launches 4K UHD set-top in India, will cost Rs 6400 for new users – Tech2 |publisher=Tech.firstpost.com |date=2015-01-12 |access-date=2016-10-28 |archive-date=5 November 2016 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161105234343/http://tech.firstpost.com/news-analysis/tata-sky-launches-4k-uhd-set-top-in-india-will-cost-rs-6400-for-new-users-249271.html |url-status=dead }}</ref>
In October 2008, Tata Sky announced launching of DVR service '''Tata Sky+''' which allowed 90 hours of recording in a MPEG-4 compatible Set Top Box. The remote is provided with playback control keys and is being sold with special offers for existing suscribers.


On 20 March 2019, [[The Walt Disney Company]] completed acquisition of [[21st Century Fox]], making them their new 30% stakeholder, replacing 21st Century Fox.<ref name="thewaltdisneycompany.com">{{cite web|url=https://www.thewaltdisneycompany.com/disneys-acquisition-of-21st-century-fox-will-bring-an-unprecedented-collection-of-content-and-talent-to-consumers-around-the-world/|title=Disney's Acquisition of 21st Century Fox Will Bring an Unprecedented Collection of Content and Talent to Consumers Around the World|date=19 March 2019|website=The Walt Disney Company}}</ref>
In 2008, Singapore-based Temasek Holdings picked up 10% stake in Tata Sky from the Tata Group. This has diluted Tata's stake in the venture to 75%.


On 26 January 2022, Tata Sky was rebranded into Tata Play as the company decided to drop the 'Sky' brand name after 18 years.<ref>{{cite news|last=Laghate|first=Gaurav|title=Tata Sky is now Tata Play, firm drops brand name after 18-year-run|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/media/entertainment/tata-sky-is-now-tata-play-firm-drops-brand-name-after-18-year-run/articleshow/89127825.cms|work=The Economic Times|date=26 January 2022|access-date=26 January 2022}}</ref>
STAR’s parent company, News Corporation, owns an International group of DTH businesses that include Sky Italia in Italy and Foxtel in Australia.


On 4 September 2022, Tata Sons and the Walt Disney Company India finally agreed to launch an [[initial public offering]] (IPO) for the company after multiple failed attempts in 2013, 2016 and 2019.<ref>{{Cite news |last1=Laghate |first1=Gaurav |last2=Vijayraghavan |first2=Kala |title=Tatas, Walt Disney to finally launch Tata Play IPO |work=The Economic Times |url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/ipos/fpos/tatas-walt-disney-to-finally-launch-tata-play-ipo/articleshow/93985386.cms |access-date=2022-09-05}}</ref> It has been reported that Disney may sell 10% of its current 30% share in order to abide by media cross-holding regulations, which limit broadcasters' equity in DTH companies to 20%.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Pinto |first=Viveat Susan |date=2022-09-04 |title=Disney likely to offload 10% stake in Rs 3,200-crore Tata Play IPO |url=https://www.business-standard.com/article/companies/disney-likely-to-offload-10-stake-in-rs-3-200-crore-tata-play-ipo-122090400971_1.html |access-date=2022-09-05 |website=www.business-standard.com |language=en}} </ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Disney India may sell 10% stake in Rs 3,200-crore Tata Play IPO: Report |url=https://www.timesnownews.com/business-economy/industry/disney-may-sell-10-stake-in-rs-3200-crore-tata-play-ipo-report-article-93996536 |access-date=2022-09-05 |website=TimesNow |date=5 September 2022 |language=en}}</ref> However, in December 2022, reports came of Disney completely exiting the company.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Laghate |first=Gaurav |date=2022-12-15 |title=Disney looks to exit Tata Play, offload stake in IPO |url=https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/disney-looks-to-exit-tata-playoffloadstakeinipo-11671126702142.html |access-date=2022-12-22 |website=mint |language=en}}</ref>
==Tata Sky+==


On 15 February 2024, it was reported that Disney was in talks with [[Reliance Industries]] to sell its 30% share in Tata Play.<ref>{{cite web|title=RIL in talks for stake in Tata Play, may buy Disney's 29.8% share|website=[[Business Standard]]|first=Dev|last=Chatterjee|date=15 February 2024|access-date=8 March 2024|url=https://www.business-standard.com/companies/news/ril-in-talks-for-stake-in-tata-play-may-buy-disney-s-29-8-share-124021401730_1.html}}</ref>
Tata Sky+ is a premium set-top box-cum-Personal Video Recorder or even known as DVR Digital Video Recorder that allows recording up to 130 hours of live TV, recording one programme while watching another, pause, fast-forward and rewind a live telecast and review a TV programme. Also Tata Sky+ provides service using [[MPEG-4]] digital compression technology.


In July 2024, Tata Play has expanded its global business reach by partnering with [[BEXIMCO#Akash Digital TV|Akash Digital TV]] in [[Bangladesh]].<ref>{{cite news | url=https://m.economictimes.com/industry/media/entertainment/tata-play-takes-its-easy-bingeing-solution-to-bangladesh/articleshow/111648320.cms | title=Tata Play takes its easy bingeing solution to Bangladesh | newspaper=The Economic Times | date=11 July 2024 }}</ref>
==Tata Sky HD==


==Satellites==
Tata Sky [[High-definition television|HD]] was launched on June 14, 2010, and has channels in their native resolution of 1080i or 720p. The STB is compatible with 5.1 CH surround sound as well. The service currently offers four HD channels - [[National Geographic Channel HD]], [[Discovery HD]], Showcase HD (Pay Per View) & [[Star Plus]] HD. More channels such as [[Star Movies]] HD and other popular sports channels in HD format are expected to be added soon.
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Tata Play was the second operator to launch DTH or direct-to-home services in 2006.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Tata Play {{!}} Business {{!}} Tata group |url=https://www.tata.com/business/tata-play |access-date=2023-05-18 |website=www.tata.com |language=en}}</ref> At that time, the company decided to use an [[ISRO]] satellite. In 2005, Tata Play signed a contract with ISRO for provision of satellite space on the [[INSAT-4A]] satellite.<ref>{{Cite web |title=TATA - STAR DTH venture signs lease agreement with ISRO {{!}} Tata Play |url=https://www.tataplay.com/dth/press-releases/tata-star-dth-venture-signs-lease-agreement-isro-company-name-changed-tata-sky-ltd |access-date=2023-05-18 |website=www.tataplay.com |language=en-IN}}</ref> In 2007, one year after the launch of the DTH player, Tata Play asked for more space to increase the number of channels they telecast. The extra space was promised in 2009 on the [[GSAT-10]] satellite, a then to be launched satellite inducted into the [[Indian National Satellite System|INSAT]] system. The GSAT-10 (CMS-01)was launched in September 2012, Tata Play has started utilising those transponders in March 2015.<ref>{{Cite web |title=TATA Sky - Recharge / Packs / Pricing / Login / Issues & Problems / Channel list & Numbers |url=https://www.sonytvapps.com/post/tata-sky |access-date=2023-05-18 |website=www.sonytvapps.com}}</ref> The mission of INSAT-4A was over on 21 October 2019. Tata Play is using ISRO's GSAT-30 satellite which is a replacement satellite of [[INSAT-4A]].Tata Play recently leased entire capacity of ISRO's GSAT-24 satellite for additional bandwidth [https://www.isro.gov.in/GSAT_24.html?timeline=timeline]


== Tata Play Binge+ Set-Top Box ==
==Certifications and Honours==
Tata Play Binge+ Set-Top Box, formerly known as the Tata Sky Binge+ Set-Top Box, was introduced by Tata Play in December 2019. The device offers an integrated environment experience, combining traditional satellite television channels with popular [[Over-the-top media service|Over-the-Top(OTT)]] streaming services like [[Amazon Prime Video]], [[Apple TV+]] and [[Netflix]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Jha |first=Lata |date=2023-09-12 |title=Apple TV+ to be now available on Tata Play Binge |url=https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/apple-tv-to-be-now-available-on-tata-play-binge-11694490169008.html |access-date=2023-10-04 |website=mint |language=en}}</ref> Operating on the Google [[Android TV]] platform, it provides access to a variety of apps and games. Additionally, the set-top box supports channels in [[4K resolution|4K]] resolution, enhancing the visual experience for users.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-12-13 |title=Tata Sky Binge+ set-top box to launch in India on December 16: Report |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/technology/gadgets/tata-sky-binge-android-powered-set-top-box-to-launch-on-december-16-report-6165530/ |access-date=2023-10-04 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref>
===ISO 27001:2005 accreditation ===


==Awards and recognition==
In March 2009, Tata Sky, became the first Indian direct-to-home (DTH) service provider to be awarded the ISO 27001:2005 accreditation, the benchmark for information security {{Citation needed|date=September 2009}}. ISO 27001:2005 is an international standard that provides specifications and guidance for the establishment and proper maintenance of an Information Security Management System (ISMS). The assessment for the certification was conducted by Intertek Systems Certification, the management systems business unit of Intertek Group. This certification confirms that every transaction carried out through Tata Sky’s IT systems are highly secure.
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In March 2009, Tata Play became the first Indian DTH service provider to be awarded the ISO 27001: 2005 accreditation, the benchmark for information security.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-business/tata-sky-gets-iso-270012005/article336718.ece |title=Tata Sky gets ISO 27001:2005 – BUSINESS |work=The Hindu |date=2009-03-21 |access-date=2016-10-28}}</ref> ISO 27001:2005 is an international standard that provides specifications and guidance for the establishment and proper maintenance of an Information Security Management System (ISMS).
===SUPERBRAND 2009 – 2010===

Tata Sky was selected as a [[SUPER BRAND]] for the year 2009-2010 by an independent and voluntary council of experts known as Superbrands Council. It is the only Indian DTH to have won this distinction {{Citation needed|date=September 2009}}.


==See also==
==See also==
* [[Direct-to-home television in India]]
* [[List of channels on Tata Sky]]


==References==
==References==
{{reflist|refs=GSAT-30 https://www.isro.gov.in/Spacecraft/gsat-30}}
{{reflist}}


==External links==
==External links==
* {{official|http://www.tatasky.com}}
* {{Official website|https://www.tataplay.com/}}
* [http://tataskyplus.com Official Tata Sky+ website]
* {{Official website|https://www.tataplaybinge.com/ | Tata Play Binge}}

* [http://www.tatasky.com/channel-packages.html Channel Packages]

* [http://www.ezrecharge.in Onlie Tata Sky Recharge]
* [http://www.dishtracking.com/forum/tata-sky-friends-and-family-programme-referral-programme-t-693.html Tata Sky Friends and Family Programme]
* [http://wiki.indiandth.com/channels/tatasky/ Complete Channels list of Tata Sky with logos]
* [http://www.satnetforum.com/showthread.php?tid=1247 Channels list of TataSky ]


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Tata Play
FormerlyTata Sky (2006–2022)
Company typePrivate
IndustrySatellite television
Founded8 August 2006; 18 years ago (2006-08-08)
Area served
India
Key people
Harit Nagpal
(MD and CEO)
Services
RevenueIncrease ₹4,741 crore (US$550 million) (2022)
Increase ₹69 crore (US$8.1 million) (2022)
Number of employees
1,500
ParentTata Group
SubsidiariesTata Play Fiber
Tata Play Binge
Websitewww.tataplay.com

Tata Play is an Indian subscription-based satellite television (DTH) service provider owned by Tata Group. it was using MPEG-4 digital compression technology, transmitting using INSAT-4A GSAT-10 and GSAT-24 satellites.[1] Incorporated in 2005, it currently offers 630+ channels, 543 SD channels and 91 HD channels and services, along with many other value added services. Tata Play is the largest DTH service provider in India.[2] As of March 2023, according to TRAI Tata Play serves 21.3 million subscribers which is 32.65% of total DTH users in India.[2]

Tata Play entered into an agreement with French firm Vantiva to supply 4K set top boxes from early 2015.[3] The company was formerly known as Tata Sky.[4]

History

[edit]
Tata Sky logo
Logo of former name (Tata Sky)

Tata Sky was a joint venture between the Tata Group and News Corporation, which owned 80% and 20% stakes respectively[5] until 2008, when Singapore-based Temasek Holdings picked up a 10% stake in Tata Play from the Tata Group. Tata Sky was incorporated in 2001, but launched services on 8 August 2006.[6]

Tata Sky's Holding company, 21st Century Fox, formerly owned an international group of DTH businesses that include Sky Italia in Italy and Sky UK in the United Kingdom. The company uses the Sky brand under a licence from Sky Group.[7]

Tata Sky partnered with Ericsson to launch the first Video on Demand (VOD) services in India in 2012.[8]

On 9 January 2015, Tata Sky became the first Indian DTH operator to offer 4K set-top-boxes to its consumers.[9][10][11]

On 20 March 2019, The Walt Disney Company completed acquisition of 21st Century Fox, making them their new 30% stakeholder, replacing 21st Century Fox.[12]

On 26 January 2022, Tata Sky was rebranded into Tata Play as the company decided to drop the 'Sky' brand name after 18 years.[13]

On 4 September 2022, Tata Sons and the Walt Disney Company India finally agreed to launch an initial public offering (IPO) for the company after multiple failed attempts in 2013, 2016 and 2019.[14] It has been reported that Disney may sell 10% of its current 30% share in order to abide by media cross-holding regulations, which limit broadcasters' equity in DTH companies to 20%.[15][16] However, in December 2022, reports came of Disney completely exiting the company.[17]

On 15 February 2024, it was reported that Disney was in talks with Reliance Industries to sell its 30% share in Tata Play.[18]

In July 2024, Tata Play has expanded its global business reach by partnering with Akash Digital TV in Bangladesh.[19]

Satellites

[edit]

Tata Play was the second operator to launch DTH or direct-to-home services in 2006.[20] At that time, the company decided to use an ISRO satellite. In 2005, Tata Play signed a contract with ISRO for provision of satellite space on the INSAT-4A satellite.[21] In 2007, one year after the launch of the DTH player, Tata Play asked for more space to increase the number of channels they telecast. The extra space was promised in 2009 on the GSAT-10 satellite, a then to be launched satellite inducted into the INSAT system. The GSAT-10 (CMS-01)was launched in September 2012, Tata Play has started utilising those transponders in March 2015.[22] The mission of INSAT-4A was over on 21 October 2019. Tata Play is using ISRO's GSAT-30 satellite which is a replacement satellite of INSAT-4A.Tata Play recently leased entire capacity of ISRO's GSAT-24 satellite for additional bandwidth [1]

Tata Play Binge+ Set-Top Box

[edit]

Tata Play Binge+ Set-Top Box, formerly known as the Tata Sky Binge+ Set-Top Box, was introduced by Tata Play in December 2019. The device offers an integrated environment experience, combining traditional satellite television channels with popular Over-the-Top(OTT) streaming services like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+ and Netflix.[23] Operating on the Google Android TV platform, it provides access to a variety of apps and games. Additionally, the set-top box supports channels in 4K resolution, enhancing the visual experience for users.[24]

Awards and recognition

[edit]

In March 2009, Tata Play became the first Indian DTH service provider to be awarded the ISO 27001: 2005 accreditation, the benchmark for information security.[25] ISO 27001:2005 is an international standard that provides specifications and guidance for the establishment and proper maintenance of an Information Security Management System (ISMS).

See also

[edit]

References

[edit]
  1. ^ "Tata Sky on Insat 4A". LyngSat. Archived from the original on 9 August 2008. Retrieved 10 August 2008.
  2. ^ a b "The Indian Telecom Services Performance Indicators, January - March, 2023" (PDF).
  3. ^ PTI (4 July 2014). "TataSky to start 4K ultra HD beaming from next year – The Economic Times". Economictimes.indiatimes.com. Retrieved 28 October 2016.
  4. ^ Laghate, Gaurav (27 January 2022). "Tata Sky is now Tata Play, firm drops brand name after 18-year-run". The Economic Times.
  5. ^ "Tata Sky – Tata companies – Tata group". Tata.com. Retrieved 28 October 2016.
  6. ^ "TataSky to offer all channels and services free to all active users for 2 weeks on account of 10th Anniversary celebrations". Telecomtalk.info. 5 August 2016. Retrieved 28 October 2016.
  7. ^ "About Tata Sky DTH (India), its DTH services, DTH channels & DTH packages on offer". Tatasky.com. Retrieved 28 October 2016.
  8. ^ "Video On Demand". 2012. Archived from the original on 12 May 2019.
  9. ^ "TataSky launches country's first 4K set-top box". The Hindu. 10 January 2015. Retrieved 28 October 2016.
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