Author: Indiabroadband
PM-WANI surpasses 4 lakh hotspots as the adoption of public Wi-Fi rises rapidly across India
Summary:The Government is promoting the expansion of public Wi-Fi nationwide through the Prime Minister Wi-Fi Access Network Interface initiative, as highlighted by Jyotiraditya M. Scindia in the Rajya Sabha. With over 4 lakh hotspots deployed and rising user adoption, the programme is driving broadband access across urban and rural areas. Its decentralised, market-driven model supports […]
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An overview and explanation of You Broadband’s 30 Mbps plans
Summary:Vodafone Idea’s You Broadband offers fiber plans in India, with speeds from 30 Mbps to 200 Mbps. In Mumbai, the 30 Mbps plan is available for 30, 90, 180, or 360 days, each with a 3.5TB monthly data limit under FUP, after which speeds drop to 2 Mbps. Prices range from ₹522 for 30 days […]
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Best Platforms for Testing Wi-Fi or Internet Speed
Summary:Internet users can easily check their connection performance using a variety of reliable speed testing platforms. Tools like Speedtest by Ookla, Fast.com, Cloudflare Speed Test, and others help measure download and upload speeds, which are essential for understanding how efficiently tasks can be performed online. These services are widely accessible across devices such as smartphones, […]
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Expansion in fiber services stabilizes telecom revenues in Japan
Summary:Japan’s fixed telecom market is projected to experience only modest growth through 2030, with total revenues rising slightly as gains in fiber broadband offset declines in traditional voice services. According to GlobalData, revenues will increase marginally at a 0.4% CAGR, reflecting a shift toward high-speed connectivity and bundled offerings in a mature market. While fixed […]
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Apple has reduced the commission fees charged on its China App Store following pressure from government authorities
Summary:Apple has announced a reduction in its App Store commission for developers in mainland China, lowering the fee on in-app purchases from 30% to 25% starting March 15, 2026, following regulatory pressure and global criticism of its payment policies. The move is expected to significantly cut operating costs for developers and potentially lower prices for […]
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STC has signed an agreement with the broadband division of Hinduja Global Solutions as part of Project GANGA, with the objective of providing connectivity to two million households
Summary:OneOTT Intertainment Limited, the broadband arm of Hinduja Global Solutions Limited and part of the Hinduja Group, has signed an MoU with the State Transformation Commission to implement the Government Assisted Network for Growth and Advancement (GANGA) project in Uttar Pradesh. The initiative aims to expand digital inclusion by enabling 8,000–10,000 local entrepreneurs to operate […]
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SpaceX Plans to Deploy Next-Generation Starlink Satellites Using Starship in 2027
Summary:SpaceX aims to begin deploying its next-generation Starlink satellites in mid-2027 using its new Starship rocket, with plans to launch around 1,200 satellites within six months to expand global coverage. Currently operating nearly 10,000 satellites mainly via Falcon 9, Starlink is expected to generate $9 billion in revenue in 2026. The company is also rebranding […]
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Fifty-four villages in Mizoram remain without mobile and internet access, according to the state’s ICT minister
Summary:Mizoram has 54 villages without mobile or internet connectivity, including 21 that are currently uninhabited, the state’s ICT minister informed the assembly, citing Department of Telecommunications data. Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited is installing mobile towers in 14 villages under the 4G saturation project as part of efforts to meet the Centre’s goal of connecting all […]
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Modi Promotes India as a Global AI Destination at Worldwide Summit
Summary:Narendra Modi has promoted India as a major global hub for artificial intelligence, highlighting the country’s goal of developing advanced technologies domestically and deploying them worldwide. Speaking at the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, he emphasized India’s ambition to design and build AI solutions at home for global use. His remarks come as […]
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Telecom operators call for revisions to net neutrality regulations in the 5G era
Summary:Telecom operators have urged the government to revisit the 2016 net neutrality rules to better suit the 5G era, seeking explicit approval for network slicing to enable premium services such as dedicated upload speeds and low-latency gaming. In submissions to the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India ahead of the upcoming spectrum auction, they argued that […]
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