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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) achieved a significant milestone yesterday (November 2, 2025) by successfully placing the heaviest communication satellite ever launched from Indian soil into orbit. The mission utilized the new generation, homegrown heavy-lift rocket, affectionately dubbed...

Cable operators are increasingly demanding regulatory parity as the lines between traditional broadcasting and FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV) continue to blur. This demand is driven by the need for a level playing field across different distribution technologies, including...

In a major development, India's government has announced that it will allot satellite broadband spectrum administratively, rejecting the auction route that had sparked controversy between global tech mogul Elon Musk and Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani. Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia...

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has approved the provisional allocation of satellite spectrum for six months to eligible players, enabling them to provide broadband services. However, Reliance Jio, led by billionaire Mukesh Ambani, has raised concerns over the process...

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has announced its decision to prioritize satellite spectrum pricing over the regulation of over-the-top (OTT) platforms such as WhatsApp, Telegram, and Google Meet. According to TRAI Chairman Anil Kumar Lahoti, a consultation...