# NewsOnAir

> Official news app for Prasar Bharati, India's public service broadcaster. (iPhone/iPad app by All India Radio.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/newsonair/id1450030867 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [All India Radio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1289849763)
- Category: News
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 128 App Store ratings · 122 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 39 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-01-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/newsonair/id1450030867/reviews.md

## What is NewsOnAir?

This App is the first step by Prasar Bharati towards creating a truly global digital platform. the official app brings you stories (both in text as well as podcast) from Prasar Bharati News network in India. 
- Get the latest news and current affairs - international, national as well as regional, from Prasar Bharati, India's Public Service Broadcaster. 
- The official app also brings you India’s regional news bulletins in audio form along with special news and current affairs based programs for an enriching news experience. 
- Also, listen live broadcast of multiple channels of All India Radio, 
- Watch all the latest programs from Doordarshan channels across the country.
- More than 25 language services to choose from.

## Key features

- Text and podcast news stories
- Regional news bulletins (audio)
- Live All India Radio broadcasts
- Doordarshan channel programs
- Multi-language support (25+)
- International, national, regional news

## What do users think of NewsOnAir?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🚀 Excellent app to listen to AIR stations globally
- 👍 Nostalgic and connects to roots
- 👍 Flawless streaming and stable connections
- 👍 Comprehensive app with news, music, and entertainment

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 🐛 Playback stops when screen is locked or app is minimized
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with latest iOS versions
- 🐛 Clumsy interface and navigation

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Radio stations not listing properly
- App crashes when scrolling through stations
- Playback issues and frequent buffering
- Compatibility problems with iOS 15 and newer versions

**Most requested features**

- Add favorite/shortcut feature for frequently used stations
- Categorize stations by language in addition to state
- Introduce search functionality to find stations easily
- Add sleep timer and other user-friendly features
- Integrate with smart home devices for seamless listening

## Recent user reviews (10 of 122)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/newsonair/id1450030867/reviews.md

### 5/5 — The Best App

*2026-02-06*

I had always wondered why did Govt. of India and All India Radio not have an app. Finally so happy that current Govt. of India is upgrading its infrastructure and utilizing technology to reach masses across the globe. I was missing AIR’s Vividh Bharati since moving to USA. Thanks AIR team !!

### 5/5 — Nice Service

*2025-10-20, version 4.6*

बहुत बढ़िया ऐप! सभी AIR और FM चैनल एक ही जगह सुनने को मिलते हैं। आवाज़ की क्वालिटी साफ़ है और कनेक्शन भी स्टेबल रहता है। रेडियो प्रेमियों के लिए परफेक्ट ऐप! 🎧📻

### 5/5 — Best of the best

*2025-10-17*

I have waited for decades and hoped AIR would bring an app for iPhones so that we can stream live Akashvani in USA. Finally it is here and it works flawlessly. Thank you Vividhbharti!!

### 3/5 — Device Orientation Issue

*2025-08-08*

1. On iPad this application works only on vertical mode so if your iPad is on horizontal mode, the app will be 90° tilted towards left.  That is very odd. It should be adjusted with the orientation of the device. Please resolve this and create some widgets as well so that it can be on homepage and we do not need to every time open the application press buttons. 
2. Please create a website where your live streaming can be listen of all India radio. It’s a challenging on Windows laptop, and any other laptop doesn’t support apps. There are a lot of other websites who are streaming, but they are not reliable at etc. Prasad Bharti should create a website where people can listen the live radio channels slide Vive Bharti.

### 5/5 — improvement

*2025-02-27*

There should be watch history option or watched videos option

### 5/5 — Great app

*2024-11-21*

Great improvements in app interface. Easy access news and radio, really easy and user friendly interface , nice color, easy to navigate. Performance improved a lot, no buffering now, works neatly. Keep it up. Expecting more good improvements. 

 Please add option to save favorite cities in bulletin. Add favorite cities in regional news , also show favorites on homepage. Please add regional languages also in homepage bulletin.

### 4/5 — Ragam channel

*2024-11-20*

I’am an avid listener of Indian classical music both Hindustani and Karnatak. I’m unable to listen to this favourite channel for lay few days, I wonder why? Could you please explain this and re-start broadcasting’Ragam’ channel again and be kind to all listeners. Thank you Dr.Vijayakumar. United Kingdom

ನಾನೊಬ್ಬ ಆಸಕ್ತ ರೇಡಿಯೊ ಕೇಳುಗ, ನಿಮ್ಮ ಇತ್ತೀಚಿನ ಹೊಸ ಆವೃತ್ತಿಗೆ ಸ್ವಾಗತ!

ರೇಡಿಯೊಗೆ ‘ಭಾರತವಾಣಿ’ ಹೆಸರು ಸೂಕ್ತ ಹಾಗೂ ಪರಿಪೂರ್ಣ!

### 5/5 — Please improve App

*2024-10-04*

I given Five Star because I’m at Canada now and this app keep me touch with our country regarding latest news and my favorite vividh Bharti but minor problem that radio will stop when screen lock, kindly pls fix it.

### 2/5 — Clumsy interface

*2024-09-06, version 3.9*

Can’t see my favorites in the ‘update’ version   FAQ is still empty. No information on how to populate saved list.

### 3/5 — List of stations?

*2024-08-30, version 3.9*

There’s no option provided to search or see list of All India Radio stations (FM /AM) by state or city name. It’s needed very much.

## Frequently asked questions about NewsOnAir

### What kind of content does this app offer?

This app provides news stories in both text and podcast formats from Prasar Bharati's network. It also features regional news bulletins in audio, live broadcasts from All India Radio, and programs from Doordarshan channels.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the app is completely free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned.

### What languages are supported?

The app offers content in more than 25 different language services, allowing users to access news and broadcasts in their preferred language.

### Who is the target audience for this app?

This app is designed for anyone interested in staying updated with news and current affairs from India, particularly those who want access to content from Prasar Bharati, India's Public Service Broadcaster, including regional and national news.

### Can I listen to live radio or watch live TV through this app?

Yes, you can listen to live broadcasts from multiple channels of All India Radio and watch the latest programs from Doordarshan channels across the country directly through the app.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.7 — 2026-02-04

- Minor bug fixes.

### 4.6 — 2025-08-07

- Video Player Issue fixed.

### 4.5 — 2025-07-03

- Akashvani Podcast section added.

### 4.4 — 2025-03-25

- Maha Kumbh 2025 new section added.
- Minor bug fixes.

### 4.3 — 2024-12-23

- Minor bug fixes.

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