Satellite Broadband
BSNL Adopts a Distinct Fixed Broadband Strategy Compared to Jio and Airtel
Summary:BSNL has emerged as the top performer in India’s fixed broadband market in nPerf’s FY26 rankings, achieving an overall score of 89,174 nPoints and moving up from second place last year. The state-run operator outperformed Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel in overall fixed-line performance, reflecting steady improvements over the past five years. Although BSNL remains […]
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Airtel Challenges Jio’s Suggestion to Use 26 GHz Spectrum for Wi-Fi Applications
Summary:Bharti Airtel has reportedly opposed Reliance Jio’s proposal to use the 26 GHz spectrum band for Wi-Fi services, arguing that it could interfere with existing mobile networks and may not align with global telecom standards. Airtel has also raised concerns about potential radiation exposure and possible disruption to adjacent satellite broadband frequencies from high-power Wi-Fi […]
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ACT Fibernet Bundles Turito AI Academy Access Worth Rs 1,500 With Broadband Plans
Summary:ACT Fibernet has partnered with Turito AI Academy to offer broadband subscribers complimentary access to the AI-powered learning platform for three months, a benefit valued at around ₹1,500. Designed for students from Classes 6 to 12 as well as aspirants preparing for competitive exams such as NEET, IIT-JEE, SAT, and ACT, the platform provides 24/7 […]
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Affordable Data Drives India’s Digital Transformation Under Modi Government
Summary:Over the past 12 years, India has witnessed a major digital transformation, with the cost of 1 GB of mobile data falling by nearly 97% from ₹269 in 2014 to around ₹8–10. This affordability has significantly increased internet adoption, especially in rural areas, helping internet users grow to 103 crore and broadband connections reach nearly […]
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MoS Communications Inaugurates Integrated Rural Development Centre in Andhra Pradesh
Summary:The government has launched the ₹1.6 crore Samriddhi Kendram in Narakoduru village, Andhra Pradesh, under the BharatNet Udyami Initiative, making it the third such centre in India and the first in the Telugu states. The facility integrates services across 11 sectors, including healthcare, education, skill development, financial services, agriculture, entrepreneurship, and digital governance. Minister of […]
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Dish TV Introduces VZY Smart TV Range in Kerala
Summary:Dish TV India has launched its VZY Smart TV ecosystem in Kerala, combining live TV, OTT platforms, regional content, sports, and on-demand entertainment into a single integrated viewing experience. The company’s new smart TV range, including a flagship 65-inch model, features advanced display and audio technologies, along with initiatives such as the “FIFA to FIFA” […]
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India’s ₹1.06 Lakh Crore Connectivity Corpus Sparks Public Wi-Fi and Broadband Funding Dispute
Summary:A debate has emerged over the use of the ₹1.06 lakh crore Digital Bharat Nidhi fund, with telecom operators, technology firms, and satellite broadband companies disagreeing on whether the money should support public Wi-Fi expansion or mobile broadband infrastructure. While telecom companies argue that widespread 4G and 5G coverage makes public Wi-Fi less necessary and […]
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Excitel Achieves Profitability in FY26 Through Operational Optimisation
Summary:Excitel returned to profitability in FY26 after streamlining operations and focusing on sustainable growth. The ISP exited markets where it could not achieve sufficient scale, concentrated on key cities, and improved efficiency through measures such as reusing network equipment. These efforts helped the company move from a Rs 74 crore loss in FY25 to a […]
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ASUS Launches World’s First Wi-Fi 8 Router
Summary:ASUS has unveiled the ROG Rapture GT-BN98 Pro, which it describes as the world’s first Wi-Fi 8 gaming router, offering an early look at the future of wireless networking even before the Wi-Fi 8 standard is officially finalized. Unlike previous Wi-Fi generations that focused mainly on higher speeds, Wi-Fi 8 aims to improve reliability, coverage, […]
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AT&T, Comcast and Charter Communications emerge as leaders in Opensignal’s fixed broadband performance report
Summary:A recent study by Opensignal found that Comcast led fixed broadband performance in download speeds, video experience, and consistent quality, while AT&T delivered the strongest upload speeds and Charter Communications achieved the highest reliability score. The report, covering January to March 2026, analysed broadband services from Comcast, Charter, AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. Comcast recorded the […]
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