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ISRO prepares to deploy satellite enabling direct voice calls from space
In what could be a major upgrade for how users communicate, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is preparing to deploy an American communications satellite that would enable direct link from space…
TRAI’s separate voice-SMS plans may impact telcos
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI)‘s mandate of separate voice and SMS plans may negatively impact private telcos as they have been investing heavily in data-related services. TRAI has asked telecom…
Bharti Airtel to acquire 26% stake in AMP Energy Green Three for Rs 38 crore
Bharti Airtel Ltd. will acquire a 26% stake in AMP Energy Green Three Pvt. for nearly Rs 38 crore, according to an exchange filing. It has entered into an agreement for acquisition…
SME hospitals’ revenue expected to grow 5-8%, Crisil
The revenue of small and medium (SME) hospitals — with annual revenue of less than Rs 250 crore — is expected grow a sedate 3-5 per cent year-on-year and 5-8 per cent…
Union Budget: FICCI seeks increasing healthcare allocation to 2.5% of GDP
Indian economy has exhibited resilience, despite persisting downside risks. Economic Survey 2023-24 released in July 2024 projected India to grow at 6.5-7.0 percent in fiscal 2024-25 – which though a moderation from…
Palestinian Authority suspends broadcast of Qatar’s Al Jazeera TV temporarily
The Palestinian Authority temporarily halted operations of Qatar’s Al Jazeera television in the territory, including its broadcasts, citing the network’s dissemination of “inciting material,” the Palestinian news agency WAFA said on Wednesday….
FCC Jessica Rosenworcel reveals main achievements in 2024
Jessica Rosenworcel will be stepping down shortly. Brendan Carr will be the next Chairman of FCC. The FCC highlighted its efforts to expand communication access in 2024, emphasizing the Affordable Connectivity Program…
Viacom18 becomes subsidiary of Reliance
Earlier, Viacom18 Media had been a material subsidiary of Network18 Media & Investments Ltd, a subsidiary of Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL). Consequently, Viacom18 has become a subsidiary of the Company effective December…
Starlink Satellite Internet to launch in India soon as spectrum allocation nears completion
Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite broadband service is all set to enter the Indian market, as telecom regulators are preparing to allocate spectrum for satellite internet services. With this, users in India can…