Author: Indiabroadband
Jio collaborates with Elon Musk’s SpaceX to introduce high-speed Starlink broadband services in India
Summary:Jio Platforms has partnered with SpaceX, founded by Elon Musk, to roll out Starlink’s low-Earth-orbit satellite-based high-speed internet services in India, shortly after Airtel announced a similar tie-up. The collaboration will allow Jio to retail and support Starlink equipment nationwide, expanding broadband access, particularly in remote areas without wired or cellular connectivity. While launch dates […]
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Top Affordable Broadband Plans in India Under ₹600 (2026)
Summary:For users seeking affordable home internet, budget broadband plans under ₹600 from providers like Airtel, Jio, and ACT offer great value. Airtel’s ₹499 plan provides unlimited data, up to 40Mbps speeds, unlimited calls, and a complimentary Google One subscription, while Jio’s plans start at ₹399 with 30Mbps speeds and unlimited data, with the ₹599 plan […]
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In December 2025, Jio Signed Up Almost Twice as Many Broadband Subscribers as Its Closest Rival
Summary:According to TRAI data for December 2025, Jio has strengthened its leadership in India’s home broadband market, adding nearly twice as many subscribers as its closest competitor, Airtel. Driven by the nationwide expansion of AirFiber and fixed wireless access, Jio gained over 8.7 lakh new users across FWA and wired FTTH, while Airtel added around […]
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High-Speed Internet Set to Reach Remote Gujarat as Letter of Intent Signed with Starlink
Summary:The Gujarat government has signed a Letter of Intent with Starlink to expand high-speed satellite internet access to remote, border, and underserved regions of the state. Formalized in Gandhinagar in the presence of the chief minister and deputy chief minister, the partnership is part of Gujarat’s broader Digital Connectivity Mission aimed at strengthening digital infrastructure. […]
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Jio crosses 25 million mark in overall fixed broadband customers
Summary:Reliance Jio posted a strong Q3 FY26 performance, reporting an 11.2% year-on-year rise in net profit to ₹7,629 crore, while its total 5G subscriber base crossed 253 million. The quarter was marked by rapid growth in Jio’s fixed broadband and AirFiber businesses, with connections reaching 25.3 million and 11.5 million respectively, supported by bundled OTT […]
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Budget 2026 Speeds Up India’s Telecom Transformation Toward Inclusive, Future-Ready Networks
Summary:Budget 2026 strengthens India’s telecom sector by allocating ₹73,990 crore for infrastructure and rural broadband, supporting domestic manufacturing through the India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 and a ₹40,000 crore Electronics Components scheme, and offering fiscal incentives and tax reforms to boost investment. With 1.2 billion connections and rising tele-density, telecom is a key driver of digital […]
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Satellite Operators Push Back Against SpaceX’s Planned Direct-to-Cell Constellation
Summary:Other satellite operators, including Viasat, have raised objections to SpaceX’s plan for a 15,000-satellite constellation for its direct-to-cell service. Viasat warned that the expansion could limit competitors’ access to orbital and spectrum resources, increase interference risks, stifle competition and innovation, and ultimately harm the public interest. Other satellite operators have raised concerns over SpaceX’s plan […]
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India to Connect Six Lakh Villages with Fiber Network in Three Years
Summary:The Government of India has announced an ambitious plan to connect six lakh villages with high-speed optical fiber-based broadbands within the next three years. The objective of this initiative is to strengthen rural digital infrastructure and promote the development of global capacity centers (GCC) in non-Metro regions. With the move, India is taking a major […]
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Qatar Airways Launches Fastest Inflight Wi-Fi with Starlink
Summary:Qatar Airways has officially launched the world’s fastest inflight Wi-Fi in its Boeing 777 fleet, placing to resume its Airbus A350 aircraft in the coming year. The airline has participated with the satellite internet company of Starlink, Elon Musk, to provide state-of-the-art high-speed internet service, leaving long-and-long flights more connected than before. Advanced Wi-Fi service […]
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Cisco and Starlink Partners for Satellite WiFi Device
Summary:Elon Musk’s satellite internet venture, Starlink, has strategically partnered with networking giant Cisco to introduce “satellite-ready” Wi-Fi routers. This collaboration aims to significantly enhance and expand internet access, particularly in remote and underserved areas, by seamlessly integrating Starlink’s low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite internet with conventional terrestrial networks. These new Cisco-designed routers are validated to facilitate […]
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