DD National is a general entertainment channel from India, broadcasting in hin. The channel belongs to Doordarshan; its owner is listed as Prasar Bharati. It launched in 1959, according to open channel records. A programme guide is available, so you can see what is on now and next. The stream is delivered as an HLS feed and checked regularly for availability.

Network / Brand Doordarshan

Ownership Prasar Bharati

Initial Launch 1959-09-15

Official Portal prasarbharati.gov.in ↗

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DD National at a glance

Country	India
Language	hin
Genre	General Entertainment
Network	Doordarshan
Owner	Prasar Bharati
Launched	1959
Headquarters	New Delhi
Official website	prasarbharati.gov.in/dd-national-homepage
Stream format	HLS live stream
Stream status	Online at last check (8 Nov 2026, 04:30 UTC)

From Wikipedia

DD National is an Indian state-owned entertainment television channel, founded by the Government of India, owned by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. It is the flagship channel of Doordarshan, launched on 15 September 1959. India's public service broadcaster, and the oldest and most widely available terrestrial television channel in India. — Wikipedia: DD National (CC BY-SA)

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DD National originates from India (operating on New Delhi local time, Asia/Kolkata) and broadcasts primarily within the General Entertainment television genre.

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What's on DD National now and next

On now: Maa (12:00–13:00 IST), then Aaradhana at 13:00 IST.

Time	Programme
Sun 12:00 IST	Maa This is Film - Drama Category.
Sun 13:00 IST	Aaradhana A comprehensive compilation of various devotional songs and hymns, praising the Almighty, chanted by renowned artists from across the region.
Sun 13:30 IST	Vande Mataram Experts and political personalities share their ideas and discuss recent affairs related to the development of India.
Sun 13:33 IST	Aaradhana A comprehensive compilation of various devotional songs and hymns, praising the Almighty, chanted by renowned artists from across the region.
Sun 14:00 IST	Sampoorna Bhagwadgita By Swami Tejo Mayanand Tejo Mayanand, a Hindu religious leader, recites the complete Bhagavad Gita and sheds light on the lessons of life.
Sun 14:30 IST	Sringaar- Aarti from Ram Lalla Devotees chant Shringar Aarti in front of the Ram Lalla idol at the Ayodhya Ram Temple.
Sun 15:00 IST	Swadharm Acharya Prashant Ke Sath This is TV Show - Religious Category.
Sun 16:00 IST	Rangoli This is Music - Music Category.
Sun 17:00 IST	Battle Of Bands This is TV Show - Reality Show Category.
Sun 18:00 IST	Jan Jan Mein Ram Focuses on the spiritual and cultural significance of Lord Ram for devotees across India.
Sun 19:00 IST	KTB:Bharat Hain Hum The journey of some of the most prominent yet unrecognised freedom fighters who played a pivotal role in securing independence from the British.
Sun 19:30 IST	Super Bheem Super-powered Bheem explores the world outside his village with his friends while helping those in need and righting wrongs.
Sun 20:00 IST	Masti Ki Pathshala This is Sport - Talk Show Category.
Sun 20:30 IST	Mighty Raju The story of a small boy, Raju, who lives with his parents and his dog on a small island.
Sun 21:00 IST	Duniya Meri Jeb Mein Vishal is stunned to hear his brother Karan is no businessman but a circus performer, accused of his future father-in-law's murder.
Mon 00:00 IST	Jan Jan Mein Ram Focuses on the spiritual and cultural significance of Lord Ram for devotees across India.
Mon 01:00 IST	Awakening India This is TV Show - History Category.
Mon 01:30 IST	Dastkari Ki Duniya Presents India's rich heritage by showcasing traditional handicrafts and craftsmanship, highlighting skills such as wood carving, block printing, and more.

Times shown in Asia/Kolkata. Guide data from epg.pw XMLTV; schedules can change at short notice.

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