Broadband
FCC Sets Submarine Cable Licensing Rules Amid Evolving Technology and Security Needs
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced a comprehensive review of its licensing rules for submarine cables, which serve as vital infrastructure for global communication and economic activity. This marks the first major update since 2001, reflecting significant advancements in technology, economic considerations, and national security concerns over the past two decades. Today we voted […]
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Elon Musk’s Starlink: A Game-Changer for Connectivity or a Costly Gamble for India?
Elon Musk’s much-anticipated Starlink project is preparing to enter the Indian market, promising satellite-based internet services. However, early estimates suggest Starlink could come with a steep price tag, significantly higher than existing broadband options like Jio and Airtel. Based on international pricing, Indian consumers might need to shell out around ₹1,58,000 in the first year. […]
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GSAT-N2 Launched | Space X Launches ISRO Satellites
Elon Musk’s SpaceX successfully launched the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)’s advanced communication satellite, GSAT-N2, from the Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida on Tuesday. The satellite was deployed using SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket, marking the beginning of a promising commercial partnership between ISRO and SpaceX. ISRO + SpaceX 🚀 GSAT N-2 Launched Today. […]
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SpaceX to launch Indian Satellites for ISRO
Elon Musk’s SpaceX has reportedly struck a significant deal with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to launch the GSAT-20 communications satellite. The mission is scheduled for early next week and will use SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket. This collaboration marks the first commercial partnership between ISRO and SpaceX and comes under the newly elected US […]
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BSNL and Viasat Launch India’s First Satellite-to-Device Service
State-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has launched India’s first satellite-to-device service, partnering with U.S.-based satellite communications company Viasat. The collaboration successfully showcased two-way satellite messaging services at India Mobile Congress 2024 in October. BSNL’s Satellite-to-Device Service Debut The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) announced, “BSNL launches India’s 1st Satellite-to-Device service! Seamless connectivity now reaches India’s […]
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Bidder Challenges BSNL’s BharatNet Phase III Tender in Delhi High Court
Delhi 13 November 2024, A tender participant has approached the Delhi High Court to challenge the tender process, alleging unfair practices and violations of the specified guidelines. The contested tender is part of the BharatNet Phase-3 project initiated by BSNL, which involves designing, supplying, constructing, upgrading, operating, and maintaining the Middle Mile Network. This initiative […]
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BSNL Launches WiFi Roaming Service Nationwide
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has launched a nationwide Wi-Fi roaming service for its FTTH (fiber-to-the-home) customers, allowing them to connect to BSNL’s networks across India. Previously, BSNL FTTH users could only access high-speed internet at their fixed home location. With this new service, customers can now enjoy their broadband connection’s high-speed internet nationwide, even […]
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BharatNet Phase 3 News- ITI Ltd Secures Orders Valued at Rs 4,559 Crore
State-owned telecom manufacturer ITI Limited announced on 10th Nov that it has emerged as the lowest bidder (L1) for a BharatNet Phase-3 project covering Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, and Manipur, with a contract valued at Rs 1,537 crore. Additionally, ITI Limited also secured the lowest bid for projects in Himachal Pradesh, West Bengal, and the Andaman […]
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BharatNet Phase 3: HFCL-RVNL-Aerial Telecom Consortium Secures Rs 6,925 Crore BSNL Contract
The BharatNet project, part of the government’s initiative to expand connectivity, is projected to be completed by 2025. For Phase 3, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has named the HFCL-RVNL-Aerial Telecom Solutions Private Limited consortium as the lowest bidder, with a bid valued at Rs 6,925 crore to develop the middle-mile network in Uttar Pradesh […]
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Donald Trump US Election Victory May Ease Starlink Satellite Spectrum in India
Elon Musk’s Starlink and Amazon’s Kuiper may see a boost in their satellite internet ventures in India if Donald Trump returns as U.S. President, given Trump’s favorable ties with Musk. Experts suggest this could make it tougher for Indian telecom giants Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel to persuade the Indian government to auction satellite spectrum, […]
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