Satellite Broadband
Fixed broadband and fibre infrastructure emerge as the foundation of the digital economy
Summary:India’s goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047 and building a $1 trillion digital economy by 2030 will require stronger digital infrastructure, with fibre-based fixed broadband playing a central role alongside mobile networks. Despite its economic benefits, India’s fixed broadband penetration remains low at around 4%, highlighting the need for greater fibre deployment to […]
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Jio launches ₹2,000 home plan offering five months of validity with bundled TV benefits
Summary:Reliance Jio has introduced a ₹2,000 TV-only Home plan offering five months of validity at an effective cost of ₹400 per month. The plan includes access to 1,000+ live TV channels, over 200 HD channels, and content in 15+ regional languages, providing an affordable alternative to traditional DTH services. Jio also offers a ₹1,000 two-month […]
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Jio unveils bundled home plans combining broadband, TV and OTT services in a single package
Summary:Reliance Jio has launched a new range of Home Packs starting at ₹400 per month, combining broadband, live TV, and OTT services under a single subscription. The plans are available in TV-only, Wi-Fi-only, and 3-in-1 bundle options, catering to different household needs. Eligible new customers also receive free installation and maintenance support, offering a convenient […]
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DoT asks TRAI to reassess net neutrality framework amid evolving 5G ecosystem
Summary:The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has asked TRAI to review India’s net neutrality framework to ensure it remains relevant amid rapid advances in 5G, evolving network technologies, and changing telecom market dynamics. The review will examine issues such as 5G network slicing and differentiated services while balancing innovation, consumer protection, fair internet access, and service […]
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Story TV Strengthens South India Presence with Expanded Focus on Premium Vertical Content
Summary:Story TV, part of the Eloelo Group, has announced its biggest regional expansion by launching original vertical-format microdramas in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam, with plans to produce over 1,000 South Indian titles by March 2027. The company aims to strengthen regional-language storytelling by collaborating with local creative talent and delivering content tailored to regional […]
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Odisha government inks two MoUs to enhance connectivity and advance collaboration in emerging technologies
Summary:The Odisha government has signed two MoUs to strengthen digital infrastructure and technology collaboration. One agreement supports the implementation of BharatNet Phase 3, under which the Centre will invest over ₹33.84 billion to extend high-speed optical fibre connectivity to more than 50,000 villages, upgrade 6,799 Gram Panchayats, and expand FTTH services. The second MoU between […]
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Rural internet adoption rises in India as broadband speeds reach 60 Mbps
Summary:The government informed Parliament that rural internet penetration in India increased to 48.31 subscribers per 100 people during 2025-26, while average fixed broadband speeds under the National Broadband Mission (NBM) 2.0 reached 60.85 Mbps. Broadband connectivity to schools, health centres, Anganwadis, and Panchayat offices also expanded significantly. Through the revised BharatNet programme and other Digital […]
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India’s Telecom User Base Reaches 134.8 Crore in June as Airtel Tops Subscriber Additions: TRAI
Summary:Spanish satellite IoT provider Sateliot has established an Indian subsidiary to expand into the country’s growing satellite IoT market, identifying India as a key strategic market. The company sees strong opportunities in sectors such as agriculture, transport, mining, and utilities, particularly in remote areas lacking terrestrial connectivity. In its recommendations to TRAI, Sateliot called for […]
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Sateliot Names India a Key Growth Market for Satellite IoT Services
Summary:Spanish satellite IoT provider Sateliot has established an Indian subsidiary to expand into the country’s growing satellite IoT market, identifying India as a key strategic market. The company sees strong opportunities in sectors such as agriculture, transport, mining, and utilities, particularly in remote areas lacking terrestrial connectivity. In its recommendations to TRAI, Sateliot called for […]
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Get Six Months of BSNL Broadband Service for Just Rs 1,449
Summary:BSNL has introduced an affordable six-month Rural Entry broadband plan priced at ₹1,449, aimed at expanding internet connectivity in rural India. The plan offers 25 Mbps speeds, 700GB of high-speed data, unlimited landline calling (landline instrument sold separately), and access to Prasar Bharati WAVES Premium OTT content. With an effective monthly cost of about ₹241 […]
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