Is India ready for the AI revolution? The rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, from generative AI tools to sophisticated machine learning algorithms, are transforming industries across the nation. From fintech's burgeoning use of AI-powered fraud detection to the agricultural sector's embrace of precision farming technologies, the impact is undeniable. This week saw a major breakthrough in indigenous 5G technology development, signaling India's growing prowess in the global tech landscape. But alongside this progress comes the crucial discussion surrounding data privacy, cybersecurity, and the ethical implications of AI deployment. How will India navigate these challenges and harness the transformative power of technology for inclusive growth? Explore the latest developments in Indian tech, from the rise of digital payments to the burgeoning startup ecosystem, and discover how innovation is shaping the nation's future. Stay informed with Abtak.com – your gateway to understanding the tech revolution reshaping India.
NEW DELHI: The UK has joined Eutelsat's 1.5 billion euro (nearly $1.8 billion) capital raise, where Bharti Space is committing 150 million euro ($176 million), in a move that arms the European satellite operator with added muscle to challenge Elon Musk's Starlink in the satcom business.The UK has committed to subscribe to the Reserved Capital Increase (RCI) and the rights issue for a total amount of 163.3 million euro ($191 million).Topping up the commitments from the French government and other investors (Bharti Space's 150 million euro), the UK's latest move now pushed up the warchest to 1.5 billion euro. The Reserved Capital Increase and the rights issue are expected to be completed by the end of 2025.Post the two transactions and investor participation (as planned), the French state would hold a stake of 29.6% and voting rights, while Bharti Space, UK govt, CMA CGM and FSP would hold 17.8%, 10.9%, 7.5%, and 4.9%, respectively. Bharti Space currently holds a little over 24% stake in Eutelsat.French President Emmanuel Macron, while speaking at the Paris Air Show in Le Bourget in June 2025, had called for more investment from other nations (including India) to team up with France. "This must be the solution for our major strategic partners in the Gulf, India, Canada and Brazil," he had said.Over the past months, the satcom war in the skies has intensified as Eutelsat is positioning itself as Europe's response to Starlink.
New Delhi: India's satellite internet story is slowly picking up pace, and this time it's coming from the hills of Meghalaya. The state government has signed a Letter of Intent with Starlink India to test satellite broadband in remote regions. The pilot will focus on areas like education, healthcare, disaster response, and local economic activity. At the same time, discussions are moving at the central level as well. Senior executives from SpaceX recently met telecom minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, even as approvals for commercial rollout are still pending. Things are moving, just not very fas ...Read More >
New Delhi: Telecom sector regulator Trai has started exploring options to allow direct transmission of communication services from satellites to mobile phones to support ubiquitous connectivity in the country, particularly in rural and remote areas. In a consultation paper on the framework for satellite communication network authorisation floated on Wednesday, Trai sought views of interested parties as to whether Direct-to-Device (D2D) service should be provided using spectrum meant for mobile s ...Read More >
CoinEx Charity's Starlink Program, under its "Bridge to Hope" initiative, has launched its first Starlink unit in the Philippines, aiming to bring high-speed satellite internet to remote areas. The first deployment in EB Magalona, Negros Occidental, enhances access to education, economic opportunities, and essential services. Mayor Marvin Malacon highlighted plans for educational seminars on blockchain and cryptocurrency. CoinEx Charity, established in 2022, focuses on global charitable efforts, while CoinEx, a leading crypto exchange, offers user-friendly trading services to over 10 million u ...Read More >
The chip makers around the world felt the relief of a rumor suggesting that the sales curb to China could be less severe than previously expected. But the news didn't necessarily translate in a strong rally. ASML (NASDAQ:ASML) - Europe's biggest chip equipment maker that predicted a 30% fall to its Chinese revenue next year - closed 0.22% lower yesterday, while Tokyo Electron - which was up by more than 6% yesterday - couldn't extend gains at today's session. With US markets paused for the Thanksgiving break, France was at the heart of the attention yesterday. The political drama, there, only ...Read More >
Airbus, Thales, and Leonardo are planning Project Bromo, a joint space company to compete with Starlink. This initiative aims to consolidate European satellite assets into a single entity, creating a new satellite champion modeled on MBDA. The proposal comes amid impending job cuts and challenges in Europe's space sector. Airbus, Thales, and Leonardo are in discussions to form a new joint space company, dubbed 'Project Bromo,' aimed at rivaling Elon Musk's Starlink. This ambitious plan seeks to establish a standalone European satellite powerhouse, modeled after the successful MBDA missile fir ...Read More >
New Delhi: In a major development, Starlink has received final regulatory approval to launch its commercial broadband services in India. The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) has given an important approval to Elon Musk's satellite internet service. Starlink has now become the third satcom operator after Bharti-backed Eutelsat OneWeb and the Reliance Jio-SES joint venture, to receive all the necessary clearances for operating in the Indian market. Starlink's Gen 1 low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation, which comprises 4,408 satellites capable of deliv ...Read More >
Shillong (Meghalaya) [India], April 1 (ANI): The Government of Meghalaya has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Starlink India to enhance internet connectivity across the state, particularly in remote and difficult terrains. Sharing the development in a social media post, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said the agreement marks a significant step towards bridging connectivity gaps in the region. "Glad to witness the MoU Signing between Government of Meghalaya and Starlink India. Over the past 8 years, we have strengthened infrastructure, embraced technology, and improved governan ...Read More >
NEW DELHI (AP) -- India has granted a key license to Elon Musk's Starlink, bringing the satellite provider a step closer to launching its commercial internet services in the country, a top Indian government official said on Friday. "Yes. License has been granted," said the official with direct knowledge of the matter at the department of telecommunications. The official declined to be identified because the information isn't public. ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 2: Starlink, the satellite internet service owned by Elon Musk, officially launched its services in Sri Lanka on Wednesday. With this launch, Sri Lanka has become the third country in South Asia -- and another of India's neighbours -- after Bhutan and Bangladesh to get access to Starlink's internet services. The announcement was made by Starlink on social media platform X, where the company said: "Starlink's high-speed, low-latency internet is now available in Sri Lanka!" Starlink is getting closer to launching its services in India. Last month, the company received a key lice ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Elon Musk-owned satellite internet company Starlink has been given license by the government to launch GMPCS (Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite) services, VSAT Services and ISP Category-A under unified license. Starlink is the third company to receive the nod for GMPCS sevices from the Department of Telecom, after OneWeb and Reliance Jio. Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite (GMPCS) license authorizes the use of satellite technology for global mobile communication, providing connectivity seamlessly in the entire area of operation, ...Read More >
Orkla India IPO: Orkla India, parent company of packaged foods manufacturer MTR Foods, has set the price band for its initial public offering (IPO) in the range of ₹695 to ₹730 per equity share. The mainline offering is entirely an offer for sale (OFS) of ₹22.8 million equity shares worth ₹1,667.54 crore. Orkla Asia Pacific is the promoter selling shareholder, while Navas Meeran and Feroz Meeran are other selling shareholders. According to the red herring prospectus (RHP), the company has reserved not more than 50 per cent of the issue for qualified institutional buyers (QIBs), not less than ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Starlink, led by Elon Musk, has received a Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite (GMPCS) license in India, allowing the company to begin offering broadband services in the country. It is the third company to receive such a license from India's Department of Telecommunications, following approvals granted to Eutelsat's OneWeb and Reliance Jio. This development marks the formal entry of Elon Musk, the world's richest man, into India's communications services sector. Starlink has been attempting to enter the Indian satellite communications market since 2021 but had not pr ...Read More >
Shillong (Meghalaya) [India], April 1 (ANI): The Government of Meghalaya has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Starlink India to enhance internet connectivity across the state, particularly in remote and difficult terrains. Sharing the development in a social media post, Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said the agreement marks a significant step towards bridging connectivity gaps in the region. Also Read | War Lockdown Notice PDF Goes Viral on WhatsApp; It Is an April Fools' Day Hoax. "Glad to witness the MoU Signing between Government of Meghalaya and Starlink India. Over the ...Read More >
Shillong, April 2: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Wednesday said the State government is taking major steps to enhance digital connectivity through its collaboration with Elon Musk-owned Starlink. Meghalaya has seen credible transformation through technology, and "we are hopeful that this collaboration will help us reach the remotest corners of our State and make a real difference in people's lives," Sangma said in a post on micro blogging website. The CM said he was glad to witness the MoU signing between the Meghalaya government and Starlink India. "Our partnership to introdu ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 2 (PTI) Bharti Airtel has become world's second largest telecom operator with 650 million subscribers, the company said on Thursday citing GSMA data. According to GSMA Intelligence, Bharti Airtel is ranked second globally by mobile customer base, with operations spread across India and Africa, the company said in a statement. "...we will strive to raise the bar on innovation, reliability, and experience so that every customer interaction is an opportunity to earn trust and deliver value connection," Gopal Vittal, Executive Vice Chairman, Bharti Airtel, said. A company spokesp ...Read More >
India is nearing self-reliance in strategic data through NavIC, its indigenous satellite navigation system, says In-SPACe Chairman Pawan Goenka. NavIC, developed by ISRO, ensures independence for critical applications like defence and industry while coexisting with global systems like GPS. Speaking at GeoSmart India 2024, Goenka emphasized reducing reliance on foreign systems for civilian uses to avoid vulnerabilities. Although India's communication satellite fleet is growing, partial dependence on foreign satellites remains. Srikant Sastri of GDPDC highlighted six critical areas, including ci ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: In a move that will make the Indian market more competitive for affordable satellite-based internet services, the country's space regulator and promoter Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) has granted authorisation to Elon Musk's satcom venture Starlink Satellite Communications Private Ltd for providing satellite communication services.With this authorisation, Starlink has cleared the final hurdle for launch of services in India. Earlier, the company had received a licence to offer satellite services in India from the Department of Telecom (DoT) on Ju ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 8 (ANI): India is set to take a leadership position in the global satellite communication (SATCOM) sector, with Union Minister for Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia declaring that the country will not be a follower but a frontrunner in leveraging space-based connectivity to drive inclusive growth and digital transformation. Speaking at the inaugural session of the SatCom Summit at the India Mobile Congress on Wednesday, Scindia called SATCOM a strategic national priority and a foundational pillar of India's digital future. He emphasised that satellite communicati ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Elon Musk-owned satellite internet company Starlink has been given license by the government to launch GMPCS (Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite) services, VSAT Services and ISP Category-A under unified license. Starlink is the third company to receive the nod for GMPCS sevices from the Department of Telecom, after OneWeb and Reliance Jio. Also Read | Bharat Electronics Limited, Tata Electronics Sign MoU To Develop Indigenous Electronics and Semiconductor Solutions, Meet Domestic Requirements. Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) is currently evaluating the approval process for Elon Musk's affordable satellite-based internet service Starlink, which is likely to roll out in the country in a few months. Reliable sources told IANS on Thursday that "the authorisation is still under evaluation" at the space regulator's end for Starlink services in the country. IN-SPACe, however, did not immediately comment on the status of the authorisation process, whether it has reached an advanced stage. IN-SPACe Chairman Dr Pawa ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): Elon Musk-owned satellite communication firm Starlink has received clearance from the Indian space regulator, the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), sources said on Wednesday. In early June, Starlink was provided with license by the government to launch GMPCS (Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite) services, VSAT Services and ISP Category-A under unified license. Starlink is the third company to receive approval for satellite communication (satcom) services from the Department of Telecom, following OneWeb and Reli ...Read More >
Starlink India: Elon Musk-led Satcom giant Starlink, as well as domestic telecom majors, Mukesh Ambani-owned Reliance Jio and Sunil Mittal's Bharti Airtel, have acquired the necessary licenses for operating satellite communication services in India, which is expected to transform the country's digital landscape by providing internet and voice connectivity in remote regions where conventional telecom network struggle to reach. According to media reports, Elon Musk's Starlink, Reliance Jio-SES JV, and Bharti Airtel's Eutelsat OneWeb, have acquired the necessary permits for operating satellite i ...Read More >
New Delhi: India is preparing for its next major space mission as the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) positions the CMS-03 satellite atop its trusted LVM-3 launch vehicle at Sriharikota. The countdown is underway for liftoff on November 2, 2025, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre. CMS-03 will be placed in a Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit and, at 4,400 kilograms, will be India's heaviest communication satellite so far. This launch is designated as the fifth operational flight of the Launch Vehicle Mark-3, which has become ISRO's heavy-lift workhorse. Designed to upgrade India's comm ...Read More >
AFP | Sriharikota Email : editor@newsofbahrain.com India launched its heaviest ever communication satellite on Sunday, the latest step in the country's ambitious space programme. The CMS-03 satellite blasted off from Sriharikota in the southern state of Andhra Pradesh at 5:26 pm (1156 GMT). "Our space sector continues to make us proud!" said Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who wants to send an Indian astronaut to the Moon by 2040. Weighing about 4,410 kilograms (9,722 pounds), it is "the heaviest communication satellite" launched in the country, the Indian Space Research Organisation said T ...Read More >
NEW DELHI - In a long-awaited move, Elon Musk's Starlink has secured the license from India's Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to launch commercial satellite internet services nationwide. This green light makes Starlink the third company to get approval for satellite-based communications in India, after Eutelsat's OneWeb and Reliance Jio. The decision follows years of talks and comes after Starlink agreed to meet India's strict security requirements, which were reportedly discussed directly between Elon Musk and Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier this year in the United States. India ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 8 (ANI): India is set to take a leadership position in the global satellite communication (SATCOM) sector, with Union Minister for Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia declaring that the country will not be a follower but a frontrunner in leveraging space-based connectivity to drive inclusive growth and digital transformation. Speaking at the inaugural session of the SatCom Summit at the India Mobile Congress on Wednesday, Scindia called SATCOM a strategic national priority and a foundational pillar of India digital future. He emphasised that satellite communication ...Read More >
ISRO scientists achieved a significant milestone with the LVM3-M5 rocket launch. The rocket successfully placed the CMS-03 communication satellite into its orbit. A crucial experiment involved reigniting the rocket's cryogenic stage after satellite separation. This innovation will allow for injecting multiple satellites into different orbits in future missions, enhancing flexibility. ISRO scientists have carried out a new experiment on the indigenously developed C25 cryogenic stage of the LVM3-M ...Read More >
Reaching for the stars is becoming an everyday affair at India's space agency, having visited the Moon and Mars with orbital missions, now eyes are set on a mission to Venus and a sample return from the Moon. Human space flight to fly an Indian citizen on an Indian rocket from Indian soil where the countdown will also be by India, is also taking shape fast. India's space journey reached new heights with the successful landing of Chandrayaan-3 nearer the Moon's South Pole on August 23, 2023, maki ...Read More >
Bengaluru : Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has partnered with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to enable seamless operations of Launch Vehicle & Satellite Missions by offering its advanced automation technology at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota (SDSC SHAR). In addition to this, the company has delivered many automation systems across various applications at SDSC SHAR, reinforcing its role as a trusted technology partner to ISRO. ISRO is at the forefront of India's space exploration and satellite launc ...Read More >
US-based Starlink plans to set up nine gateway earth stations across India, including in Mumbai, Noida, Chandigarh, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Lucknow, as the Elon Musk-owned company readies infrastructure ahead of the commercial launch of its satellite communication (satcom) services in the country, said people with knowledge of the matter. "The company has applied for 600 gigabit per second capacity over India through its Gen 1 constellation. The spectrum has been assigned on a provisional basis f ...Read More >