Bid in satellite spectrum not feasible: Scindia
The New Indian Express|December 18, 2024
A day after Congress leader Jairam Ramesh raised concerns over the government's decision to administratively allocate satellite spectrum in the country, communications minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Tuesday defended the move, saying that satellite spectrum is neither suitable nor practical for auction.
RAKESH KUMAR

In a post on social media platform X, Scindia explained the technical reasons behind the decision, emphasising that satellite spectrum is inherently shareable and thus can't be effectively auctioned.

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Govt gets 7 days to clarify stand on caste organisations

THE Madras High Court on Thursday gave a seven-day ultimatum to the Tamil Nadu government for submitting its stand on whether caste organisations with an avowed goal, as per their bylaws, of furthering the interest of only the particular caste can be registered under the Registration of Societies Act.

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Grievous Attacks, Murders See Sharp Drop in Tamil Nadu

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Christians in Arunachal warn of 'referendum rally'

THOUSANDS of Christians held a peaceful demonstration on Thursday against the Arunachal Pradesh Freedom of Religion Act (APFRA), 1978.

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Publish selection policy two years before mega events: Min to NSFs

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