DishTV and TataSky are two options for satellite television service in India. Both carry international and local channels as well as a small selection of HD channels.
About
Both Dish TV and Tata Sky offer direct-to-home satellite service. Dish TV is an international company while Tata Sky is more local.
Service Options
You can receive the Dish TV service through your TV set, your computer, or in your car. Tata Sky is currently only available on your TV (as of 2010).
Package Options
Channel packages for Dish TV are divided by region depending on if customers are located in the north or south. They include international channels such as HBO and the Cartoon Network, as well as localized channels including Disha TV and Zee Cinema. Tata Sky also has packages with international options like the Disney Channel and regional offerings such as Loksabha TV. Ala Carte channels are also available to add on to any package with Tata Sky.
HD and DVR Options
Both satellite services offer a limited number of HD channels such as Discovery HD World and the National Geographic Channel. Tata Sky also offers several exclusive HD options such as Star Plus. Tata Sky is the only satellite service currently in India to offer digital video recording (as of 2010).
Pricing
Tata Sky packages are priced on an annual or monthly basis and range from $35.95 (1600Rs) to $123.59 (5500Rs) per year. Dish TV works on a monthly basis and ranges from $3 (135Rs) to $3.59 (160Rs) per month. (All prices as of 2010).
