Internet Access

Wikipedia ban shows attempts by Pak authorities to restrict internet access

The Wikipedia ban in Pak shows the inconsistent and recurring attempts by authorities to restrict internet access, a concerning pattern that undermines the country's nascent knowledge economy

How digitisation and access to the internet are leaving Indian women behind

The pandemic reinforced the importance of access to mobile and mobile internet for information, healthcare, education as well as e-commerce, financial services and income-generation opportunities

Google Chrome most unsafe browser in 2022 with 303 vulnerabilities: Report

With 303 vulnerabilities and a cumulative total of 3,159 vulnerabilities as of 2022, a new report said that Google Chrome is the most vulnerable browser available

Internet in Ukraine disrupted as Russian troops advance

Disruptions to Ukraine's telecommunications networks could affect civilian defence groups that have been mobilising to defend their cities

Windows 11 Pro will need a Microsoft Account, internet connection

Currently, Windows 11 Pro users can avoid a Microsoft Account by disconnecting a PC from the internet during setup and creating a local user account

Students travel 3 km to access internet for online class in Mizoram village

The poor connectivity is hampering the examinations and assignment submission by students.

Internet shutdowns in India jump 27 times since 2012, shows data

Between 2012 and 2021, 468 incidents of internet shutdowns have taken place in the country

Elon Musk's SpaceX receives $886 mn from FCC to boost rural Internet access

A total of 180 bidders won part of the auction support totaling $9.2 billion to be distributed over the next 10 years.

94% kids don't have smartphones or internet to access e-education: CRY

The objective of the study was to embark on a fact-finding mission on 'internet accessibility of children' in the age group of 11-18 years

Jump Networks Limited envisages to tap the $100-bn opportunities in India

India has the highest number of disconnected people despite having the second largest online market in the world

Access to internet not fundamental right, 4G not necessary: J&K to SC

The administration told the apex court that a very reasonable quantum of restrictions have been imposed by reducing the speed of internet to protect the sovereignty, integrity and security of country

Rs 7-trn plan to provide internet access to rural areas by 2022 launched

For the mission, Rs 70,000 crore will come from the USOF

650 mn Indians to have internet access by 2020, high-speed for 85%: BCG

Over 40% of mobile phone users in India would be using a smart phone, with 250 mn new users in this space being added every year

India to have 850 mn online users by 2025, Jio spurs digital trend: Survey

Digital's impact is becoming pervasive across all consumer segments

To bring more internet access to India, technologists are using TV spectrum

Less than 2% of households have a fixed internet connection