Satellite Broadband
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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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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Starlink in Qatar Now Live
Summary:Starlink, the satellite internet service developed by SpaceX, is now officially live across Qatar, offering high-speed, low-latency internet coverage throughout the country. The launch marks a major step forward in digital infrastructure for both consumers and businesses in Qatar. Starlink Launches Full Internet Coverage in Qatar Qatar has become one of the first Middle Eastern […]
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