Radio Nepal celebrates 75th anniversary

Radio Nepal celebrates 75th anniversary

Head of State and Government of Nepal expressed best wishes to Radio Nepal on its 75th Anniversary

President Ram Chandra Poudel has issued a message of congratulations on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of Radio Nepal (Diamond Jubilee). While mentioning that the establishment of Radio Nepal is linked to the historical events of the establishment of democracy in Nepal, the President has said that it is the starting point for the country's broadcasting media to enter an era.

Radio Nepal is the state-owned Radio broadcasting organisation of Nepal. It was established on 2 April 1951. In 1951, Radio Prajatantra was transferred to Kathmandu at Singha Durbar by Tarini Prasad Koirala, where it took the name Radio Nepal and started regular broadcasting on April 2, 1951. A 250-watt short-wave transmitter was used. Initially, daily transmission lasted 4 hours and 30 minutes.

Radio Nepal airs programs on shortwave, medium wave (AM) and FM frequencies. Regular broadcasts consume sixteen hours every day, including two hours of regional broadcasts. Public holidays feature an additional two hours. FM Kathmandu, the first FM channel covering Kathmandu valley and adjoining areas, was started in 1995 in Singha Durbar, Kathmandu. The Radio Nepal Broadcasting Act was enacted in 2014.

Related :

Head of State and Government express best wishes to Radio Nepal on its 75th Anniversary

https://radionepalonline.com/en/2025/04/02/405308.html

Radio Nepal should be 'voice of voiceless': President Paudel

https://risingnepaldaily.com/news/59687

Radio Nepal belongs to country and people, asserts Communication Minister Gurung

https://risingnepaldaily.com/news/59712

Source: Radio Nepal & Wikipedia

AOKI A25

AOKI A25

*** A25 AOKI LIST UPDATE ***

Download the zip file here  :  https://www1.s2.starcat.ne.jp/ndxc/pc/ns/nsa25.zip

PERSEUS text file :  https://www1.s2.starcat.ne.jp/ndxc/pc/ns/userlist1.txt

(Alokesh Gupta)

RFA Reception Reports and QSL cards

Message from Radio Free Asia.....

Dear friends,

Last weekend Radio Free Asia lost its grant and funding.
Unfortunately, we are unable to confirm any more reception reports.  
If this situation changes, we will let you know.  

As our relay sites stop transmitting our broadcasts, currently, we're still airing evergreen programming on limited frequencies but it's unclear how long this will continue.
Thank you for listening and also for your years of support and friendship.

RFA's QSL Team

China National Radio (CNR) A25 in DRM Mode

China National Radio (CNR) A25 in DRM Mode

2200 - 0100 UTC 9655 kHz
0100 - 0400 UTC 15180 kHz
0100 - 0800 UTC 17830 kHz
0100 - 0900 UTC 13825 kHz
0100 - 0900 UTC 17770 kHz
0400 - 1100 UTC 13810 kHz
0800 - 1200 UTC 9655 kHz

CRI introduces 8 hours of DRM transmission on SW

CRI ( China Radio International) has introduced 8 hours of test transmissions on shortwave in DRM mode beginning with A25 season.
The name of the program is "Beijing Dialect"

Frequency schedule as per below :

China Radio International (CRI) DRM A25

0100-0200 UTC 13730 kHz
0200-0300  UTC 15670 kHz
0300-0400  UTC 15590 kHz
0400-0500  UTC 15640 kHz
0500-0600  UTC 15720 kHz
0600-0700  UTC 15630 kHz
0700-0800 UTC 15720 kHz
0800-0900 UTC 13730 kHz

Rádio Nacional premieres international broadcast in Spanish and English

Rádio Nacional premieres international broadcast in Spanish and English

Starting March 31, Rádio Nacional da Amazônia will debut an international program on its schedule, aimed at audiences from other countries who follow the program via shortwave. The 10-minute programs in Spanish and English will air daily at 10:50 p.m.

The creation of the Brazil National - International Service band came from QSL requests received by the broadcaster. QSL cards are postcards used by radio amateurs to confirm contacts made via radio. They function as a kind of communication "receipt" and are exchanged between radio operators in different parts of the world.

Because it operates on shortwave (SW), Rádio Nacional da Amazônia is the only radio station in the country that can have national and even international coverage. It potentially reaches 60 million inhabitants, with a signal that reaches the entire northern region, as well as Maranhão, Piauí, Bahia, Minas Gerais, Mato Grosso, Goiás and other states. The radio station strengthens the link between the communities of the Amazon, integrates the region with other states in Brazil and values cultural diversity.

The content will be translated into audio by the translation teams at Empresa Brasil de Comunicação (EBC) .

"Due to our international reach, we receive many requests for QSL cards at night. Many are from Spanish or English-speaking countries. In this new time slot, we have chosen to highlight some of the content on our programming, such as interviews that have aired on international or cultural topics that are relevant beyond Brazil. This strengthens Rádio Nacional's position as a broadcaster without borders," highlights EBC 's executive radio manager , Thiago Regotto.

In addition to showcasing the richness of the Amazon and its global importance, the track will also highlight the broadcaster's role in public communication, reinforcing its commitment to connecting populations within and outside the country.

Service

National Brazil - International Service

National Radio of the Amazon

Daily at 10:50 p.m. starting March 31

Learn how to tune into National Radio

Brasilia: FM 96.1 MHz and AM 980 Khz

Rio de Janeiro: FM 87.1 MHz and AM 1130 kHz

Sao Paulo: FM 87.1 MHz

Recife: FM 87.1 MHz

Sao Luis: FM 93.7 MHz

Amazon: 11,780KHz and 6,180KHz OC

Alto Solimões: FM 96.1 MHz

(Google Translated)

Original news item in Portugese

https://www.ebc.com.br/imprensa/2025/radio-nacional-estreia-faixa-internacional-em-espanhol-e-ingles?fbclid=IwY2xjawJRJnlleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHWajkhVrmrpRPbT39B8WRLuxz2lfnTKpy9-Aw6G7tPFEtUqGP-MEr7kg_w_aem_7tfRDvLPQYVm4YeSKafccQ

(Raul Alfonso Guerroro via IDXCI WhatsApp Group)

KBS A25 Frequency Change

KBS A25 Frequency Change

With the beginning of A25 season at  0100 UTC (1000 KST), March 30, 2025, KBS WORLD Radio English Service to India will broadcast at 1400-1600 UTC (2300-0100 KST) on 9785 kHz instead of 9630 kHz.

Affordable all band DRM/Analog receiver to be manufactured in India

SOLAR GROVE SOLUTIONS, a leading innovator in consumer electronics based in Florida, USA, known for making accessible devices, has just announced the commencement of manufacturing its All-Band (MW, SW, VHF) Analog and Digital Radio Mondiale (DRM) receiver model N88 in India. This is a significant step towards delivering cutting-edge technology at accessible prices to a global audience.

The N88 is developed in close collaboration with CML Microcircuits (UK) Ltd, renowned for their expertise in mixed-signal integrated circuits, and Alongside Tech, LLC (USA) that is providing design and application development. Douglas Gregson from Alongside Tech, a recent member of the DRM consortium, says that "this revolutionary radio boasts four key, game-changing differentiating features. They are: small size, low power consumption, as N88 it extends the 3x AA battery life, low cost and seamless integration with a dedicated Android app opening the way to data applications and additional features.

"We are incredibly excited to bring this innovative DRM radio to market, manufactured right here in India," said Mr. Templeton, CEO of SOLAR GROVE SOLUTIONS. "This project is a testament to the power of international collaboration, combining the expertise of CML Microcircuits and Alongside Tech with SOLAR GROVE SOLUTIONS' commitment to delivering exceptional products at accessible prices. Our partnership with SHEMISH GROVE SOLUTIONS INDIA PVT LTD, our affiliated company in India, has been instrumental in making this vision a reality."

For the DRM chairman N88 is "the kind of product made in India for Indians. It is thus fulfilling the DRM Consortium vision of offering a new kind of digital radio services at affordable prices, in line with the policy, ambition and tastes of each individual country adopting DRM."

(Source : Digital Radio Mondiale Consortium)

For more info about Digital Radio Mondiale www.drm.org

 

World Christian Broadcasting website revamped

World Christian Broadcasting has revamped its website with a new look !

https://www.worldchristian.org/

Akashvani Jagdalpur MW Tower collapsed !

Akashvani Jagdalpur MW off air

MW tower of Akashvani Jagdalpur in Chhattisgarh state  has fallen down on 21 Feb 2025 afternoon  in heavy winds, thus there is no transmission on 756 kHz in AM Mode and 747 kHz in DRM Mode with 100 kW transmitter. According to press reports the tower was 168 meters high and 48 years old. The transmission is now only on 100.1 MHz with 100 watts.

This station was commissioned on 22nd of January, 1977 with the transmitting capacity of 2x10 KW which was later increased to 100 KW.

Source : https://www.thegazette.in/2025/02/48-year-old-168-meter-high-tower-of-Akashvani-Jagdalpur-collapses-20250222.html

(Jose Jacob, VU2JOS, National Institute of Amateur Radio, Hyderabad)

EBU quarterly magazine - tech-i – March 2025 – Issue 63

Latest issue of EBU's quarterly magazine, tech-i March 2025, Issue 63 is now available for download at :

https://tech.ebu.ch/docs/tech-i/tech-i-063.pdf

Prasar Bharati website revamped with new look...

Prasar Bharati website revamped with new look...

https://prasarbharati.gov.in/

Radio Bulgaria celebrates in 89th Anniversary

Radio Bulgaria celebrates in 89th Anniversary

On February 16, Radio Bulgaria celebrates its 89th anniversary. Radio Bulgaria is active on social media in 11 languages and connect with listeners through modern digital platforms. 

It all began on a Sunday in February when Bulgarian Radio, then called Radio Sofia, began broadcasting its first foreign language programmes to Europe, North Africa and North America. The first programmes were in Esperanto. A few months later, broadcasts in French, German, English and Italian were introduced. 

After 9 September 1944, broadcasts in Bulgarian for foreign audiences were discontinued. They were not resumed until the late 1950s.

In 1992, the foreign language programmes of Bulgarian National Radio were renamed Radio Bulgaria. In the following years, some language sections were closed, including Italian, Portuguese and Arabic.

Radio Bulgaria's first website was launched in 2004, offering content in 11 languages to reach an even wider audience. Today Radio Bulgaria offers content in English, German, French, Spanish, Russian, Serbian, Greek, Albanian, Turkish, Romanian and Bulgarian, through sound, text and images.

(Source : Radio Bulgaria)

https://bnr.bg/en

Akashvani extended schedule on the ocassion of "Shivaratri" today, 26th Feb '25

Watch out for extended schedule (past 2310 IST/1740 UTC) by AIR stations from South India carrying live broadcast/devotional programs songs/drama/talk etc in regional languages on the occasion of religious festival "Shivaratri" on 26th Feb, 2025 (Wednesday).

Andhra Pradesh in Telugu:
837 kHz Vijayawada
900 kHz Kadapah
927 kHz Visahakapatnam

Puducherry in Tamil
1215 kHz Puducherry

Karnataka in Kannada:
612 kHz Bengaluru
675 kHz Bhadrawathi
765 kHz Dharwad
1107 kHz Gulbarga
1089 kHz Udipi

Tamil Nadu State in Tamil:
720 kHz Chennai
936 kHz Tiruchirapalli
999 kHz Coimbatore
1197 kHz Tirunelveli
1269 kHz Madurai

Telangana State in Telugu:
738 kHz Hyderabad

Tamil FM stations from SriLanka also carry live relay of special program for Maha Shivaratri.
Last year AIR stations from Tamilnadu, Karnataka and Puducherry were not heard.

From the shortwave radio to the web: RCI turns 80 today

From the shortwave radio to the web: RCI turns 80 today

Since February 25, 1945, Radio Canada International has been Canada's voice to the world. Throughout the years, RCI had to adapt — and still does — to new technologies and face many financial challenges and waves of disinformation in order to fulfill its mandate to broadcast Canadian realities and perspectives worldwide.

Read the full story at : 

https://ici.radio-canada.ca/rci/en/news/2143350/80th-anniversary-rci-radio-canada-international

AWR Wavescan via Reach Beyond Australia in A25

AWR Wavescan program will be broadcasted via Reach Beyond Australia wef A25 season (30th March 2025 onwards).

1400 -1430 UTC on 11870 kHz (Sunday)

2230-2300 UTC ON 17650 kHz (Monday)

Monitored change for R Tamazuj

Radio Tamazuj news in English usually only carried in the 1500 UTC broadcast (now 1500-1515 on 15550 via Madagascar) on Tuesdays and Fridays only.

English confirmed in the online Evening podcasts for 4th and 7th February which can be heard at https://www.radiotamazuj.org/en/broadcasts

(Via Dave Kenny , BDXC List)

Marconi Radio International - New QSL Policy

Message from Marconi Radio International...

Here is our e-QSL for confirming reports on reception of our 39th anniversary transmission, aired on 4th January 2025. All reception reports for that broadcast have been verified.  If you don't have received a reply from us, please write again!

We regret to inform you that we have stopped sending full data digital QSLs in response to reception reports from listeners who have not used their own receiver and antenna.  However, a thank you letter mentioning only the web receiver used for remote recetion is sent.

Reception reports for broadcasts aired on 25th December 2024 and 19th January 2025 will be verified in the next days.

And don't forget! our next broadcast is scheduled on 9th February, from 1300 to 1630 UTC on 7400 and 11390 kHz.

If you are a DX blogger, or use social networks, please post an announcement on your own blog and/or Facebook page or send out a tweet on X. You can also forward this message to a friend.

Stay tuned! 

Radio broadcasting in Thailand is 95 years old

February 25th 2025, Thailand's radio broadcasting service is now in its 95th year.

The humble start of radio broadcasting began in 1928 when an experimental station was initiated in Bangkok. This station, under the Post and Telegraph Department, was located at the mouth of the Ong Ang Canal, one of the canal rings around the old city. The experimental radio station was later moved to Sala Daeng.

Thailand's first radio station – "Radio Bangkok of Phaya Thai" – commenced its services in 1930.

In 1939, the function of radio broadcasting was transferred from the Post and Telegraph Department to the PRD.

Radio Thailand has been adjusting and developing in light of global advances and has been at work to make its content interesting to the audience.

Sudruetai Lertkasem, Director-General of the Public Relations Department, chaired an event marking the 95th National Radio Day at the Radio Thailand headquarters in Bangkok. In Thailand, National Radio Day is observed on February 25th of each year.

The event saw participation from Chanisa Chomsilp, Executive Director of Radio Thailand, and representatives from various agencies. Event participants paid respect to sacred entities and engaged in Buddhist merit-making.

The opening ceremony of Thailand's first state radio station broadcasting on short and medium frequencies occurred on February 25th, 1930, to commemorate the coronation anniversary of King Rama the 7th. On this day, the king delivered a speech in the Royal Palace, broadcast to the Phya Thai Palace, marking the birth of Thai radio broadcasting and resulting in February 25th being celebrated as National Radio Day.

(Source : Radio Thailand)

Official Texas Radio Shortwave Schedule for February 2025

Official Texas Radio Shortwave Schedule for February 2025

Texas Radio Shortwave verifies correct reception reports thru beautiful QSL cards.

Send your reception reports to : texasradioshortwave@protonmail.com

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Source : Texas Radio Shortwave 

Fijian Broadcasting Corporation turns 70

Fijian Broadcasting Corporation turns 70

The Fijian Broadcasting Corporation (FBC) launched its 70th birthday celebrations at Viseisei village in Vuda, Lautoka.
FBC's journey began on July 1, 1954 with the broadcast of its first program during the official opening ceremony.

Read more at: 

https://radioinfo.asia/news/fijian-broadcasting-corporation-turns-70/ © RadioInfo Asia

Afghanistan: Radio For Peace International and Nothing2Hide launch program to protect journalists and women amid growing restrictions

Afghanistan: Radio For Peace International and Nothing2Hide launch program to protect journalists and women amid growing restrictions

In the face of severe restrictions on journalists and women in Afghanistan, Radio For Peace International (RFPI) and Nothing2Hide are joining forces to provide critical support. Together, they are launching an innovative digital safety training program, broadcast in Farsi and Pashto, and designed in collaboration with Afghan journalists.

A direct response to needs on the ground

After launching programs in 2023 focused on psychological support for Afghan women  and promoting their voices through "Parole de femmes afghanes", RFPI is now partnering with  cybersecurity experts Nothing2Hide. Their goal: to equip journalists, especially  women, with the essential tools to secure their communications and continue to inform in  a context of censorship and surveillance.

Radio, a vital space in danger

With more than 170 radio stations still active in Afghanistan, according to the Afghan Journalists Association  , the threat of closure looms. Local authorities are targeting FM radio stations in the  Khost region in particular. For Sylvain Clament, president of RFPI:  " We want to allow journalists to continue their work despite the obstacles, by  strengthening their digital security and offering them alternative means, such as shortwave broadcasting

Training to protect women and defend their freedom

Afghan women, including journalists, are exposed to alarming risks:  online stalking, harassment and violence. As Jamila Karimi, Afghan journalist and  Middle East and Asia Director for RFPI, points out:  " In a country where even a simple digital trace can lead to retaliation,  online communication remains one of the last spaces of freedom for women and girls. We  must protect them and allow them to express themselves. "

A program widely distributed and accessible to all

Since October 31, RFPI and Nothing2Hide have been broadcasting two weekly 15-  minute episodes, every Thursday and Friday (1430-1500 UTC), from the Issoudun site in France on the  17860 Khz frequency.  According to Grégoire Pouget, director of Nothing2Hide: " Training directly on site in Afghanistan was a crucial first step. Today, we  are moving to a mass broadcast to reach as many people as possible. "

The programme will run for seven weeks, comprising 14 episodes, and will be accessible via:

• Websites www.nothing2hide.org and www.rfpi.eu

• Social media (Facebook, YouTube)

• Major podcast platforms.

Together, RFPI and Nothing2Hide demonstrate that it is still possible to defend freedom and  information, even in the most hostile environments.

(RFPI Press Release)

Uncle Bill's Melting Pot January 2025

Uncle Bill's Melting Pot, January 2025

Happy New Year! Due to circumstances beyond our control including new sources of interference, some schedule adjustments were necessary. We have cancelled the 0400 transmission and will not use 6070 over the winter.

January's program will feature mainly Kurdish music and will air as follows:

Friday, January 17:  3955 kHz at 2200 UTC (NEW)

Saturday, January 18:  (NEW) 3955 at 1800 UTC simulcasted with 9670 using beam E-F (repeat of January 17 episode). 

The December broadcast on 9670 was heard although with a lot of noise. We are hoping that it will improve as the year progresses.

**In addition to direct radio reception, we do honor reception reports using remote SDRs as long as the whole program is described and which SDR is specified.

Feature Your Club in WRTH’s Monthly Club Spotlight

WRTH is inviting all DX and HAM Radio Clubs from around the globe to apply for our Club Spotlight and be featured in a global campaign reaching over 17,000+ radio enthusiasts and professionals.

Here's how it works:

The Club Spotlight newsletter campaign allows up to 350-400 words accompanied by a few images.

Clubs can highlight their history, past and upcoming events, and details like logo and contact information.

Articles must be formatted in a Microsoft Word Document, with the option to embed links to more comprehensive articles for further reading.

🕒 Limited Slots Available: Features are on a first-come, first-serve basis, with one article showcased monthly.

📧 How to Apply: Send your submission to partnership@wrth.org with the required details.

Seize this opportunity to share your club's passion and achievements with the global community.

(WRTH)

3-day pre-launching event of Public Service Broadcasting Nepal starting on January 14

3-day pre-launching event of Public Service Broadcasting Nepal starting on January 14

January 13, Kathmandu: Nepal is set to embark on a new era of public broadcasting with the upcoming pre-launching event for the Public Service Broadcasting (PSB) Nepal. The three-day event, scheduled to start on January 14 (Tuesday), will feature panel discussions on various aspects of PSB, including international best practices, strengthening democracy, and the role of PSB in education, health, and disaster management.

The PSB, formed with the merger of Radio Nepal and Nepal Television, aims to provide impartial, accurate, and balanced news and information to the Nepali public.

Dr Mahendra Bista, Chairman of PSB Nepal, highlighted the significance of this event, stating that it will provide valuable insights for the smooth transition and effective operation of the new public service broadcaster.

"The discussions will cover a wide range of topics, from the international experiences of PSB to the role of technology in modern broadcasting," said Dr Bista. "We are confident that this event to be held in both Nepal Television and Radio Nepal premises will help us develop a robust long-term plan for the PSB."

The pre-launch event will include panel discussions featuring experts from Nepal and abroad, including government ministers, academics, and media professionals. The inaugural session and the concluding ceremony will be graced by the presence of the Minister for Communication and Information Technology, Prithvi Subba Gurung.

Dr Kundan Aryal, Head of the Department of Mass Communication and Journalism at Tribhuvan University, emphasized the importance of PSB remaining free from political and commercial interests. "The PSB should prioritize the needs of the general public and provide balanced news coverage," said Dr Aryal.

The PSB pre-launch event will be live broadcast on Nepal Television, Radio Nepal, and various digital platforms to ensure maximum public engagement.

Source : Radio Nepal

All India Radio’s Special 'Kumbhvani' Channel and 'Kumbh Mangal' dhwani to be inaugurated at Prayagraj today

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to Inaugurate All India Radio's Special 'Kumbhvani' Channel and 'Kumbh Mangal' dhwani at Prayagraj today

Throughout the Kumbh period, All India Radio's Kumbhvani channel will promote the Maha Kumbh tradition by bringing live updates from Prayagraj to the nation and the world, providing important information to devotees

Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, will inaugurate All India Radio's special Kumbhvani Channel (FM 103.5 MHz), dedicated to Mahakumbh 2025, at Circuit House, Prayagraj tomorrow. On this historic occasion, the Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting, Dr. L. Murugan, will also join the program through an online platform. During this event, the Chief Minister will also launch the Kumbh Mangal Dhwani .

The live updates broadcast by KumbhVani will be especially beneficial for those who are unable to attend the Kumbh in Prayagraj. This will help bring the atmosphere of this historic Mahakumbh to people across the nation and the world. Prasar Bharati, the country's public service broadcaster, is taking this initiative to not only promote India's historical religious traditions but also provide important information to devotees and offer them a cultural experience from the comfort of their homes.

Kumbhvani at a Glance

Kumbhvani Channel: Introduction and Broadcast Period

Broadcast Period: January 10, 2025, to February 26, 2025

Broadcast Time: 5:55 AM to 10:05 PM

Frequency: FM 103.5 MHz

Special Programs on KumbhVani:

Live Broadcasts:

Real-time coverage of major bathing festivals (January 14, January 29, February 3).

Daily live reporting from the Kumbh area.

Special Cultural Heritage Presentations:

Serial 'Shiv Mahima'.

Special programs on Indian cultural heritage.

Talk Shows:

'Namaskar Prayagraj' (9:00–10:00 AM).

'Sangam Tat Se' (4:00–5:30 PM).

Special Health Consultations: 'Hello Doctor': Live health consultations by doctors in the studio.

Kumbh News:  Major news bulletins (8:40 AM, 2:30 PM, and 8:30 PM).

Special Coverage:

Coverage of cultural programs organized by the state government and various departments.

Special programs on youth, women, and international visitors.

Important Information:

Information on travel, health, cleanliness, lost and found, and dos and don'ts.

All India Radio has always played a key role as a public broadcaster, promoting Indian cultural heritage and traditions. The Kumbhvani Channel gained popularity among listeners during the Kumbh in 2013 and the Ardh Kumbh in 2019. Continuing this tradition, this special channel has been re-established for Maha Kumbh 2025.

This event will be attended by Prasar Bharati Chairman Dr. Navneet Kumar Sehgal, CEO Gaurav Dwivedi, Director-General of All India Radio Dr. Pragya Paliwal Gaur, Director-General of Doordarshan Kanchan Prasad, and other senior officials.

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Press Information Bureau

Ministry of Information & Broadcasting

Radio Romania International back on usual winter (B24) frequencies

Radiocom has managed to fix the malfunction of one of the shortwave transmitters in Tiganesti. Radio Romania Intl's programs can be received again, including digitally, for some areas, in the DRM system, on the frequencies originally announced at the end of October 2024.

C.M.Obrecht's radio show on 11th Jan 2025

C.M.Obrecht's mixed-music radio show with many artists and music styles will be transmitted towards Southern America on 11th Jan 2025 at 21.00 UTC (that's 18.00 ART time) on 17790 kHz.

 

Important Update for Starwaves W2401 DRM Receiver

Important Update for Starwaves W2401 DRM Receiver

Starwaves has relaased a new software update V,539991 for W-2401 DRM receiver. Please note that the DRM decoding functionality may not work after 31 December 2024 without installation of this release.

Please download from :

  https://www.starwaves.com/updates/539991/Update539991.rar 

Unrar both files to the root folder of a USB memory stick (NOT external hard disk!) and install. For this you switch the radio on and wait until it is in normal operation. Then you plugin your memory stick and wait until the radio turns off, then unplug USB stick and then switch on the radio. Press the INFO button and verify the new release version (should show 539991).

(Courtesy : Starwaves)

IUST, Srinagar gets license for community radio station FM 91.2 MHz

IUST, Srinagar gets license for community radio station FM 91.2 MHz

The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) has been granted a license by the Ministry of Communication, Govt. of India to launch a dedicated community radio station on its campus. 

More at :  https://www.thekashmirmonitor.net/iust-gets-license-for-community-radio-station-fm-91-2/

Akashvani Kokrajhar new 10 kW FM Transmitter Inauguration tomorrow

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw will virtually inaugurate the 10 KW FM Transmitter at Akashvani Kokrajhar. Previously operating with a 20-kilowatt Medium Wave transmitter since 1999, the introduction of the FM transmitter will extend its coverage to a 70-kilometer radius, enhancing receptivity for Kokrajhar and nearby districts.

Officials stated that this development ensures over 30 lakh residents across Kokrajhar, Dhubri, Bongaigaon, and Chirang access to superior FM broadcast quality.

(Jose Jacob, VU2JOS, National Institute of Amateur Radio, Hyderabad)

 

RADIO FREE ASIA ANNOUNCES QSL CARD #87

RADIO FREE ASIA ANNOUNCES QSL CARD #87

Radio Free Asia (RFA) is excited to announce its latest QSL card marking the beginning of the new year—the Year of the Snake. For more than 28 years, RFA has delivered accurate, uncensored, domestic news to people living under authoritarian regimes across Asia and globally to populations vulnerable to malign influence. Through its in-depth, unflinching journalism, RFA brings to light consequential developments in China, North Korea, Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam, as well as the Pacific region. This is RFA's 87th QSL design and will be used to confirm all valid RFA reception reports from January – April 2025.

RFA's QSL CARD #87

Created by Congress in 1994 and incorporated in 1996, RFA broadcasts in Burmese, Cantonese, Khmer, Korean to North Korea, Lao, Mandarin Chinese, Vietnamese, Tibetan (including Uke, Amdo, and Kham dialects), and Uyghur. RFA strives for accuracy, balance, and fairness in our editorial content. As a 'surrogate' broadcaster, RFA provides news and commentary specific to each of our target countries, acting as the free press these countries lack. RFA broadcasts only in local languages and dialects, and most of our broadcasts comprise news of specific local interest.  More information about RFA, including our current broadcast frequency schedule, is always available at www.rfa.org.

RFA encourages listeners to submit reception reports.  Reception reports are valuable to RFA as they help us evaluate the signal strength and quality of our transmissions.  RFA confirms all accurate reception reports by mailing a QSL card to the listener.  RFA welcomes all reception report submissions not only from DX'ers, but also from our general listening audience.

Reception reports are accepted by email at qsl@rfa.org and by mail to:

Reception Reports
Radio Free Asia
2025 M. Street NW, Suite 300
Washington DC 20036
United States of America

(RFA Press Release)