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Kripa B May 19th, 2025 6:17 PM 0 COMMENTS

TRAI’s Spectrum Fee Recommendations May Hinder Entry of Small Satcom Players: Report

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India's (TRAI) latest recommendations on spectrum allocation fees for satellite-based communication services may pose significant entry barriers for small players and start-ups, experts have cautioned, according to reports by The Hindu BusinessLine. While the proposed fee structure aims to streamline operations and encourage investment, it could potentially slow down efforts to democratise access to satellite communication services in India. Also Read: TRAI Says Satcom Services Complement... Read More

Kripa B May 15th, 2025 10:04 AM 1 COMMENTS

Amazon’s Project Kuiper Seeks Swift Entry into India’s Satellite Internet Market: Report

Amazon-backed Project Kuiper is seeking swift regulatory approvals to launch its satellite internet services in India, intensifying competition in a market already being targeted by Starlink. The company has recently written to the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), requesting expedited issuance of a Letter of Intent (LoI) for a Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite (GMPCS) permit. Also Read: Amazon Launches First Batch of Kuiper Internet Satellites From Cape Canaveral Amazon's... Read More

Kripa B May 12th, 2025 9:32 AM 0 COMMENTS

DoT Nears Finalisation of Satellite Spectrum Allocation Rules: Report

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is in the final stages of framing rules for the administrative allocation of satellite spectrum, with a draft expected to be released shortly for stakeholder feedback. The upcoming framework, being developed under the new Telecommunications Act, proposes to allocate satellite spectrum on a first-come, first-served (FCFS) basis, ETTelecom reported, citing senior government officials. Also Read: TRAI Says Satcom Services Complement and Do Not Compete With... Read More

Kripa B May 10th, 2025 1:38 PM 0 COMMENTS

TRAI Says Satcom Services Complement and Do Not Compete With Terrestrial Networks: Report

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Friday dismissed concerns that satellite communication (satcom) services pose a competitive threat to terrestrial mobile networks, stating the two technologies are complementary in nature. The regulator cited the "vast difference" between their network capacities and scale of operations. Also Read: ISpA Welcomes TRAI’s Satellite Spectrum Pricing Recommendations Satcom and Terrestrial Networks "There is no comparison on competition; these are complementary services," said... Read More

Kripa B May 10th, 2025 11:59 AM 0 COMMENTS

ISpA Welcomes TRAI’s Satellite Spectrum Pricing Recommendations: Report

The Indian Space Association (ISpA) on Friday lauded the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) for its recommendations on satellite spectrum pricing, calling the move a balanced and forward-looking step towards strengthening India’s satellite communications ecosystem. Also Read: TRAI Proposes Administrative Allocation of Satcom Spectrum With Five-Year Licensing Framework TRAI's Framework Earns Praise from ISpA In its statement, ISpA reportedly said TRAI's proposed framework successfully balances the government's revenue interests... Read More

Kripa B May 9th, 2025 4:40 PM 0 COMMENTS

TRAI Proposes Administrative Allocation of Satcom Spectrum With Five-Year Licensing Framework

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Friday, May 9, recommended the administrative allocation of spectrum for satellite communication (satcom) services, a move aimed at accelerating the rollout of satellite-based internet services in India. The regulator has proposed a usage fee set at 4 percent of Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR), with a minimum annual charge of Rs 3,500 per MHz spectrum block. The allocation would be valid for five... Read More

Kripa B May 8th, 2025 1:35 PM 0 COMMENTS

Spacecoin in Talks with Telcos to Launch Cheap Satellite Internet in India: Report

Florida-based satellite communications company Spacecoin is set to enter the Indian market later this year, offering low-bandwidth internet services priced at under Rs 200 per month. The company aims to provide cheap satellite-based connectivity in remote and underserved regions, directly targeting areas where traditional telecom infrastructure is difficult to deploy. Also Read: India to Promote Cheap Data Rates, 5G Expansion to Attract Global Investments: Report Cheap Connectivity for India's Remote... Read More

Kripa B May 8th, 2025 9:34 AM 0 COMMENTS

Starlink Secures LoI for GMPCS Licence, Nears India Entry: Report

Starlink, the satellite internet company, has received a Letter of Intent (LoI) from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) for a Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite (GMPCS) licence, marking a major step toward its commercial rollout in India, ETTelecom reported, citing officials. Also Read: India Tightens Security Norms for Satellite Communication Services Starlink Receives GMPCS Licence LoI from DoT The LoI was issued after Starlink agreed to comply with a... Read More

Tanuja K May 7th, 2025 8:48 PM 0 COMMENTS

Starlink Approval in Final Stages: Govt Official

India has delayed the arrival of Starlink due to several security reasons. The process of getting approvals fast-tracked when Donald Trump became the US President yet again a few months back. Elon Musk, a key figure at the White House (note that he will exit soon, more precisely, later this month), is interested to be a part of the Indian market. Musk has several companies that want to operate in... Read More

Kripa B May 6th, 2025 3:29 PM 0 COMMENTS

Airtel Africa and SpaceX Sign Deal to Deliver Starlink Internet to Customers

Airtel Africa has announced an agreement with SpaceX to bring Starlink's high-speed satellite internet services to its customers in Africa. The partnership aims to enhance digital connectivity in remote and underserved areas, boosting access to broadband for individuals, businesses, and critical community institutions. Also Read: Airtel Partners with SpaceX to Bring Starlink Internet to its Customers in India Airtel Africa-SpaceX Partnership "With this collaboration, Airtel Africa will further enhance its... Read More

Kripa B May 6th, 2025 9:08 AM 0 COMMENTS

India Tightens Security Norms for Satellite Communication Services: Report

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has significantly tightened security norms for satellite communication (satcom) services under the Global Mobile Personal Communications by Satellite Services (GMPCS) permit, imposing a comprehensive set of over 20 security conditions for existing and aspiring players in the Indian market, according to a PTI report. Also Read: Starlink in Talks with Indian Telecom Firms for Service Rollout, Eyes Multi-Partner Strategy: Report Applicability to Existing and New... Read More

Kripa B April 30th, 2025 9:56 AM 0 COMMENTS

Starlink in Talks with Indian Telecom Firms for Service Rollout, Eyes Multi-Partner Strategy: Report

Starlink has initiated talks with several Indian telecom, broadband, and satcom companies—including Tata Group-backed Nelco, state-run Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL), and Hughes Communications—to establish local partnerships as it prepares to launch satellite-based internet services in the country, ETTelecom reported, citing sources familiar with the matter. Also Read: Globalstar Seeks Regulatory Nod to Launch Satellite Services in India: Report Local Partnerships Underway The company is pursuing a multi-partner approach, seeking... Read More