Through the Worldnet satellite television network, south Indian audiences may view a variety of American programming on current events, business, public affairs, the environment, science, arts and entertainment. Worldnet was launched in 1983 and presents a balanced and accurate view of the society, politics and people of the United States. Its acclaimed Newsfile program, broadcast daily, makes current events footage available to south Indian television companies along with advance scripts of each feature and natural sound video. Cable television s tremendous expansion has resulted in the recent Worldnet Presents, an eight-hour block of English language programming, transmitted five days a week from 1530 to 2330 IST for viewers in Asia, Middle East, Africa and Europe. In-depth information on major issues facing the United States and the world community is provided by the Electronic Journals.
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