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Aboard the Starlink enterprise

Starlink aims to provide internet via satellites to remote areas in India, but high costs and lower speeds limit its immediate impact on traditional broadband.

cities

Published on Mar 22, 2025 08:26 AM IST

ByCharles Assisi

Poland says it may need alternative to Musk's Starlink in Ukraine

UKRAINE-CRISIS/STARLINK-POLAND (PIX):Poland says it may need alternative to Musk's Starlink in Ukraine

world news

Updated on Mar 09, 2025 06:55 PM IST

Reuters |

Power cuts and no Wi-Fi? Annoying problem and its straightforward solution

A recent evolution of simple power backups for Wi-Fi routers and modems, solves a rather annoying reality of power cuts. Without having to spend significantly more on larger UPS boxes

business

Published on Mar 27, 2024 09:53 AM IST

ByVishal Mathur

Tech Tonic | Bluetooth’s constancy has given us the soundtrack to life

After defining how we listen to audio at home, in the office and in the car, it is now time for the wellness space to derive simpler solutions from Bluetooth

A recent, pivotal moment for Bluetooth, was the release of the LE Audio capabilities. As you may have probably guessed, LE means low energy. This is great news for phones and paired wireless headphones, earphones and earbuds.(Pixabay)

technology

Published on Mar 15, 2024 05:25 PM IST

ByVishal Mathur

Tech Tonic | WWW disruptions can be more worrying than Instagram outages

Microsoft Copilot and Google Gemini define undersea cables that carry much of the internet traffic as “unsung heroes”, and for once, AI chatbots are on point

technology

Published on Mar 08, 2024 09:47 PM IST

ByVishal Mathur

Social innovation can help bridge the technology gap in India

This article is authored by Nidhi Bhasin, CEO, Nasscom Foundation.

ht insight

Published on Jan 30, 2024 12:19 PM IST

ByHindustan Times

Gazans are rapidly losing access to the internet

Here’s what that means in a war zone

Palestinian carries a child killed in an airstrike on the buildings of Abu Asad family in Deir el-Balah, southern Gaza Strip, Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023. (AP Photo/Hassan Eslaiah)(AP)

world news

Published on Oct 21, 2023 11:10 PM IST

The Economist

‘Smart’ push to classroom teaching in U.P. govt schools

75-inch touch-screen panels, hi-def web cameras, digital course content, internet connectivity set to revolutionise classroom teaching

cities

Updated on Sep 06, 2023 06:44 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Lucknow

Amit Shah to visit Arunachal Pradesh amid China border row

Union home minister Amit Shah’s visit to the border state comes days after China renamed 11 places in Arunchal Pradesh, inviting strong reaction from India

Union home minister Amit Shah. (File Photo)

india news

Updated on Apr 09, 2023 06:46 AM IST

ByNeeraj Chauhan

Uttarakhand CM launches free Wi-Fi service for govt colleges, universities

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat said Uttarakhand is the first state in the country to provide free internet to all government colleges and universities..

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat on Sunday launched free high-speed WiFi service for all government colleges and universities in the state.(PTI file)

education

Published on Nov 09, 2020 10:01 AM IST

Dehradun | ByPTI | Posted by Nilesh Mathur

UP Board moots drop boxes for to provide kids without e-wherewithal with study material

A recent survey undertaken in 1,057 secondary schools of Prayagraj had revealed that over 58,000 students lacked the resources to access online and on-air academic content being provided by the state education department

The Board has asked the principals of these schools to install these drop boxes so study material is available to students who lack facilities to access online education initiatives.(ANI)

education

Updated on Aug 24, 2020 09:28 AM IST

Hindustan Times, Prayagraj | ByK Sandeep Kumar

Dial-up dreams to Wi-Fi wonderland

Today, internet connectivity is at least 4,000 times as fast, and costs a fraction of what it did 25 years ago. It had in 1995 all of 23,500 websites (compared to 1.8 billion now, according to Internet Live States).

India’s internet journey began with slight trepidation, heaps of excitement, and the collective efforts of a small but a driven group of people.(Getty Images/iStockphoto)

india news

Updated on Aug 14, 2020 12:25 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByBinayak Dasgupta

How innovators see the future of the world | Analysis

First, the recognition that we, collectively, need to do things differently, and that this will take some serious analysis and imagination. Second, though local and regional priorities may differ, our problems are interconnected, globally. So, too, should our solutions be

What are the futures we want to create? What do we value? What kind of world do we want to live in?(Shutterstock)

analysis

Updated on Aug 02, 2020 06:35 AM IST

ByJulia Stamm and Jennifer Shirar

When a customer service rep won a PUBG gamer’s heart

No false promises, and prompt responses—the recipe of good customer service sounds pretty simple, says Delhi resident Anish Sharma.

Some companies are redefining customer service altogether, Airtel being one of them.(Pexels)

brand stories

Updated on Jul 31, 2020 10:46 PM IST

ByBrand Post

IoTfy is bringing ‘Safe Deliveries’ amidst the pandemic through internet connectivity

The relevance of a company like IoTfy is evident from the fact that even before the national lockdown was announced in March 2020, the company had registered an increase in domestic orders.

This Delhi-based IoT& AI Cloud Suite recently announced the launch of its IoT-UVC technology, which would sanitize delivery bags, meaning safer home deliveries.

brand post

Updated on Jun 17, 2020 04:55 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Education in lockdown: Poor internet connectivity shadows online classes, many students walking to reception areas

Many times students had to trek for a few kilometres in certain areas to get a proper signal so that they could attend classes or submit their assignments online.

Students studying at a hilltop in Bangaan region of Uttarkashi near Himachal Pradesh border where they get proper mobile connectivity.(HT Photo)

education

Updated on May 25, 2020 04:27 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Dehradun | BySuparna Roy

2G mobile internet services restored in Kashmir

Prepaid mobile phone services were restored on Friday, but mobile internet connectivity remained suspended till May 11, or the 17th day of the holy month of Ramzan, due to apprehensions about possible militant attacks.

Last week, internet connectivity and prepaid mobile phone services across Kashmir were snapped during a gun battle in which Riyaz Naikoo, the operations commander of the Hizbul Mujahideen, and his aide were killed at Beighpora Gulzarpora village in South Kashmir’s Pulwama district.(Photo by Waseem Andrabi/ Hindustan Times)

india news

Updated on May 12, 2020 06:34 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Srinagar | ByHT Correspondent

Supreme Court reserves order on 4G connectivity in Jammu and Kashmir

Amid the lockdown for the coronavirus disease (Covid-19) which has infected more than 700 people in J&K, it is imperative to restore high-speed internet connectivity, the petitioners have argued.

The Centre and the J&K administration claimed that any relaxation on restrictions will promote militancy.(ANI File Photo)

india news

Updated on May 05, 2020 03:59 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAbraham Thomas

Humour: The essential work-from-home guide

How to stay productive despite the comforts and the distractions

Disclaimer: The image of the person in the visual is a file picture and has been used for representational purposes only(Photo imaging: Parth Garg)

lifestyle

Updated on Mar 29, 2020 02:26 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByRehana Munir

Social media ban lifted in J-K, internet speed restricted to 2G

In a fresh order, the Jammu and Kashmir administration today said people would now be allowed unrestricted internet access with 2G speed. Internet connectivity shall continue to be made available with Mac-binding.

The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Wednesday decided to lift the ban put on social media sites that was active for more than six months(AP)

india news

Updated on Mar 04, 2020 08:06 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByHT Correspondent

Release leaders and restore rights in Kashmir

It will reflect democratic values, aid the fight against terror, and allay criticism

Some restrictions have been lifted — landline and mobile connectivity is back, messaging services have been partially restored, a set of leaders have been released under conditions. But as this newspaper has argued in the past, this is not sufficient(PTI)

editorials

Published on Jan 07, 2020 08:16 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByHT Correspondent

Normalcy has been restored in Jammu and Kashmir, says Amit Shah

Responding to questions on restoration of normalcy in Kashmir in the Upper house, Shah said not a single person has been killed in police firing since August 5.

Union home minister Amit Shah at Parliament on Wednesday.(Burhaan Kinu/HT PHOTO)

india news

Published on Nov 21, 2019 01:09 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByHT Correspondent

Pimpri Chinchwad Housing Societies Federation members meet CM to discuss woes, say ‘no water, no vote’

Several housing societies have also put up hoardings in front of their gates stating that they won’t vote, till the water issues are resolved

cities

Updated on Oct 13, 2019 04:18 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Pune | ByArchana Dahiwal

2.5 lakh ration cards cancelled without any reason: Kejriwal

Delhi food commissioner Mohanjeet Singh rejected Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal’s allegation and said the department deleted only “ineligible” ration card holders and that too after following “due process of law”.

Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal warned he would take disciplinary action against the state food commissioner.(Sonu Mehta/HT Photo)

cities

Updated on Aug 21, 2018 08:40 AM IST

New Delhi | ByHT Correspondent

To boost internet connectivity, Uttarakhand CM launches aerostat balloon facility

Uttarakhand Chief minister Trivendra Singh Rawat on Friday unveiled the country’s first balloon-mounted internet network in a bid to bring reliable internet access to the Himalayan state’s most remote areas

The technology will help fill a huge gap in internet connectivity in the hill state owing to its tough terrain, says the chief minister.(HT Photo)

cities

Published on Jun 08, 2018 09:48 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Dehradun | ByDeep Joshi

‘Enthusiasm for first international cricket match in Doon marred by mismanagement’

Surpassing all speculation about a possible low turnout in the first international cricket match held at Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium here on Sunday, locals came out in large numbers to enjoy the game between Afghanistan and Bangladesh

Afghanistan, which has chosen Dehradun as their home ground for the next five years, is hosting Bangladesh.(Vinay Santosh Kumar//HT)

cities

Published on Jun 04, 2018 10:09 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByKalyan Das

Campus Connect: Students metamorphosing startup environment

Harbouring the dream to start their own companies, city students, alumni reveal the risks and rewards of their career choices.

College of engineering, Pune, also houses the Bhau institute of innovation, entrepreneurship and leadership, which has been incubating a number of young entrepreneurs in the field of robotics education and industrial automation.(HT File Photo)

cities

Updated on May 25, 2018 05:00 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Pune | ByAnanya Barua

Internet facilities in U’khand’s border villages to boost tourism, curb forced migration

To give a boost to high-end tourism in the scenic spots dotting Uttarakhand’s hilly landscape, the government will soon launch a scheme, under which 128 trekking routes and nearby mountain villages will be provided internet connectivity

Of the six districts where the project will be launched, four are along India’s international borders with China and Nepal.(Getty Images)

cities

Published on May 20, 2018 10:01 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByDeep Joshi

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Starlink aims to provide internet via satellites to remote areas in India, but high costs and lower speeds limit its immediate impact on traditional broadband.

UKRAINE-CRISIS/STARLINK-POLAND (PIX):Poland says it may need alternative to Musk's Starlink in Ukraine

A recent evolution of simple power backups for Wi-Fi routers and modems, solves a rather annoying reality of power cuts. Without having to spend significantly more on larger UPS boxes

After defining how we listen to audio at home, in the office and in the car, it is now time for the wellness space to derive simpler solutions from Bluetooth

Microsoft Copilot and Google Gemini define undersea cables that carry much of the internet traffic as “unsung heroes”, and for once, AI chatbots are on point

This article is authored by Nidhi Bhasin, CEO, Nasscom Foundation.

Here’s what that means in a war zone

75-inch touch-screen panels, hi-def web cameras, digital course content, internet connectivity set to revolutionise classroom teaching

Union home minister Amit Shah’s visit to the border state comes days after China renamed 11 places in Arunchal Pradesh, inviting strong reaction from India

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat said Uttarakhand is the first state in the country to provide free internet to all government colleges and universities..

A recent survey undertaken in 1,057 secondary schools of Prayagraj had revealed that over 58,000 students lacked the resources to access online and on-air academic content being provided by the state education department

Today, internet connectivity is at least 4,000 times as fast, and costs a fraction of what it did 25 years ago. It had in 1995 all of 23,500 websites (compared to 1.8 billion now, according to Internet Live States).

First, the recognition that we, collectively, need to do things differently, and that this will take some serious analysis and imagination. Second, though local and regional priorities may differ, our problems are interconnected, globally. So, too, should our solutions be

No false promises, and prompt responses—the recipe of good customer service sounds pretty simple, says Delhi resident Anish Sharma.

The relevance of a company like IoTfy is evident from the fact that even before the national lockdown was announced in March 2020, the company had registered an increase in domestic orders.

Many times students had to trek for a few kilometres in certain areas to get a proper signal so that they could attend classes or submit their assignments online.

Prepaid mobile phone services were restored on Friday, but mobile internet connectivity remained suspended till May 11, or the 17th day of the holy month of Ramzan, due to apprehensions about possible militant attacks.

Amid the lockdown for the coronavirus disease (Covid-19) which has infected more than 700 people in J&K, it is imperative to restore high-speed internet connectivity, the petitioners have argued.

How to stay productive despite the comforts and the distractions

In a fresh order, the Jammu and Kashmir administration today said people would now be allowed unrestricted internet access with 2G speed. Internet connectivity shall continue to be made available with Mac-binding.

It will reflect democratic values, aid the fight against terror, and allay criticism

Responding to questions on restoration of normalcy in Kashmir in the Upper house, Shah said not a single person has been killed in police firing since August 5.

Several housing societies have also put up hoardings in front of their gates stating that they won’t vote, till the water issues are resolved

Delhi food commissioner Mohanjeet Singh rejected Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal’s allegation and said the department deleted only “ineligible” ration card holders and that too after following “due process of law”.

Uttarakhand Chief minister Trivendra Singh Rawat on Friday unveiled the country’s first balloon-mounted internet network in a bid to bring reliable internet access to the Himalayan state’s most remote areas

Surpassing all speculation about a possible low turnout in the first international cricket match held at Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium here on Sunday, locals came out in large numbers to enjoy the game between Afghanistan and Bangladesh

Harbouring the dream to start their own companies, city students, alumni reveal the risks and rewards of their career choices.

To give a boost to high-end tourism in the scenic spots dotting Uttarakhand’s hilly landscape, the government will soon launch a scheme, under which 128 trekking routes and nearby mountain villages will be provided internet connectivity

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