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DoT is now coming up with a model where they will give 100% subsidy

The DoT plans to subsidise network operating costs for five years

The government is working on other modalities, including the total size of the project

5G is the latest iteration of cellular technology with seamless coverage, high data rate and more

5G connections in India to touch 88Mn by 2025

India’s unique mobile subscribers might touch 920 Mn by 2025

NITI Aayog has incentivised the electric mobility industry through rebates and tax breaks

A long-term vision and clarity is required for the EV industry, said Yulu founder Amit Gupta

Govt has proposed moving to electric two and three wheelers in India by 2023

Companies like Amazon, Swiggy, Grofers, IKEA have now started using electric bikes for deliveries

According to EV startup DOT, just 250 EVs can save $1 Mn in fuel costs annually

Despite increased adoption, charging infrastructure remains a worry for delivery startups

Gurugram-based DOT provides logistic services using electric vehicle fleet

Founder Vineet J Mehra says DOT’s swappable battery system eliminates range anxiety

Companies such as Amazon, Grofers, Swiggy, Walmart are among its clients

Rules to allow air travelers to connect to the internet while flying

Inflight WiFi rule to come into action above an altitude of 3,000 metres

Services to use on-ground antennas and satellites

Telcos can now issue only two connections a day for one ID and address proof

Telcos are further required to conduct proof of concept for new guidelines at minimum two locations

Telcos can still use offline verification tools like QR code

DoT is in the final stages of inflight connectivity licence norms

After the commission clears the guidelines, it will take another two weeks to get the law ministry’s approval

DoT official said that Indian carriers have shown interest in offering Internet on board

• WhatsApp has over 200 Mn users in India
• WhatsApp also published a new video to educate its users on how to spot fake news and hoaxes
• WhatsApp claims that the changes will help keep the application the way it was designed to be - a private messaging application

The DoT letter has been issued in the wake of increased mob violence caused by fake news in recent times

Industry bodies believe it might curb the freedom of expression and the government’s Digital India Mission

As per a UNESCO report, India witnessed the highest number of Internet ban instances in 2017-2018

DoT makes amendments in the telecom and internet service provider (ISP) permits to incorporate Net Neutrality Rules

Last month, the Telecom Commission accepted the November 2017 recommendations of  the TRAI on Net Neutrality

Internet access services need to be governed by a principle that restricts any form of discrimination, restriction or interference in the treatment of content, says DoT

Dot Is Reportedly Planning To Issue A Notification To Allow Resale Of Date Without Double Taxation