Negotiations Heat Up for New Broadcast Rights
Time is of the essence in the ongoing negotiations between Sky and New Zealand Rugby (NZR), with both sides aiming for a resolution by the end of the year. The current broadcasting agreement is set to expire in December 2025,…
The Legacy of Skynet-1A: A Spaceflight Relic’s Modern Impact
As space exploration continues to captivate humanity, artifacts from past missions remind us of challenges still faced today. Among them is the Skynet-1A satellite, launched by the UK in 1969, now threatening contemporary satellite operations. Originally intended as a communication…
Record-Breaking Snowstorm Blankets Colorado and New Mexico
As winter approaches, a remarkable snowstorm hit Colorado and northeastern New Mexico, dramatically altering the landscape and significantly increasing the region’s snowpack. This storm occurred from November 5 to November 9, leaving an astonishing amount of snow spanning the Rockies…
BSNL Introduces Groundbreaking Satellite Connectivity Service
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), the state-owned telecom provider in India, has recently launched a pioneering satellite connectivity service aimed at enhancing communication in remote regions. The announcement was made through the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), and this innovative service…
Allegations of Election Manipulation Involve Starlink Satellites
Unfounded claims circulating on social media have positioned Starlink, the satellite internet service founded by Elon Musk, at the center of a controversial narrative concerning the recent presidential election. Allegations suggest that Starlink technology was employed to skew voting outcomes…
Gilat Satellite Networks Reports Third Quarter Financials
Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd., located in Petah Tikva, Israel, has announced its financial performance for the third quarter of the year. The company reported a net income of $6.8 million, equating to 12 cents per share. When considering adjustments for…
Severe Air Quality Crisis in Delhi
Residents of Delhi are grappling with alarming levels of air pollution, waking up to a dense layer of smog that has engulfed the city. The air quality has plummeted to dire levels, reaching at least 30-35 times above the safe…
BSNL Unveils Innovative Satellite Connectivity for Users
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), the state-owned telecommunications operator in India, has introduced a groundbreaking direct-to-device satellite connectivity service. This significant initiative, announced by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), marks a pivotal advancement in India’s communication landscape. Developed in collaboration…
India’s Ambitious Leap into Space Docking Technology
The Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) is set to launch a pivotal mission, marking the nation’s entry into advanced space operations. Titled the Space Docking Experiment (Spadex), this endeavor will take flight in mid-December 2024 and aims to create autonomous…
Starlink Internet Service Gears Up for Launch in India
Positive developments are paving the way for Starlink’s satellite internet service to debut in India. The Indian Union Minister, Jyotiraditya Scindia, recently declared the government’s openness to granting a satellite internet licence to Starlink, which is spearheaded by Elon Musk….