Explainer: The Hormuz digital chokepoint - How does the Iran war threaten subsea cables?The narrow waterway, already a chokepoint for global oil shipments, is equally vital for the digital world. Several fibre-optic cables snak...
28 Apr, 2026, 06.29 PM IST
The Hormuz digital chokepoint: How does the Iran war threaten subsea cables?Iran has highlighted the vulnerability of submarine cables in the Strait of Hormuz. These vital undersea links carry 99% of global internet...
28 Apr, 2026, 06.09 PM IST
The Hormuz digital chokepoint: Where oil, war and the internet collideIran has highlighted the vulnerability of submarine cables in the Strait of Hormuz. These vital undersea links carry 99% of global internet...
28 Apr, 2026, 01.32 PM IST
Starlink unable to get signal for India liftoff; faces FDI hurdles amid security concernsStarlink's plan for satellite services in India is stalled. The government is reviewing Elon Musk's company's investment proposal carefully...
18 Apr, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
Iran arrests 20 people accused of being informants to Israel: ReportTwenty individuals have been apprehended in northwestern Iran. They are accused of collaborating with Israel. Reports indicate they shared ...
15 Mar, 2026, 03.31 PM IST
Internet blackout leaves anxious Iranians in the darkIran's internet is still "around 1 percent of ordinary levels", monitor Netblocks said on Thursday, leaving most Iranians struggling to acc...
05 Mar, 2026, 04.31 PM IST
Inside the fight to keep Iran onlineIran faced a severe internet shutdown. Activists secretly brought in thousands of Starlink satellite internet systems. These systems allowe...
16 Jan, 2026, 07.24 AM IST
Free Starlink access for Iran seen as game changer for demonstrators getting their message outElon Musk's American aerospace company has taken steps to restore telecommunications and internet access to Iran. This action comes after a...
14 Jan, 2026, 11.44 PM IST
Iran hints at trials, executions as activists say over 2,500 killedIran's judiciary chief signals swift trials and executions for detained protesters. This comes as the death toll from nationwide unrest rea...
14 Jan, 2026, 02.18 PM IST
Iran internet shutdown has now lasted over 84 hours: ReportIran's shutdown of the internet, which activists fear masks a crackdown they say has killed hundreds, has now lasted more than three-and-a-...
12 Jan, 2026, 01.23 PM IST
Trump says he will talk to Musk about restoring internet in IranPresident Donald Trump announced plans to discuss restoring internet access in Iran with Elon Musk. Amidst ongoing anti-government protests...
12 Jan, 2026, 06.57 AM IST
Pakistan looks to formulate stricter regulations for foreign satellite operatorsPakistan is set to introduce new rules for satellite internet firms. This move follows recent global conflicts. Authorities aim to boost se...
12 Jul, 2025, 10.55 AM IST
Iran bans Elon Musk’s Starlink, users now face prison, fines, even floggingIran's parliament has voted to ban Elon Musk's Starlink. This follows rising tensions with the West. The ban is expected to be approved soo...
30 Jun, 2025, 11.45 PM IST
Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet service activated in Iran amid tensions with IsraelElon Musk activated Starlink in Iran. This happened after Iran restricted internet access due to tensions with Israel. Israel struck missil...
15 Jun, 2025, 01.04 PM IST
Elon Musk's Starlink a wolf in sheep's clothing, says thinktankThe Kutniti Foundation raises concerns over Starlink's potential entry into India, citing the company's close ties to US intelligence and m...
13 Nov, 2024, 05.08 PM IST
Elon Musk says around 100 Starlinks now active in IranThe billionaire had said in September that he would activate Starlink in Iran as part of a U.S.-backed effort "to advance internet freedom ...
27 Dec, 2022, 08.25 AM IST
Elon Musk says activating Starlink, in response to Blinken on internet freedom in IranMusk said on Monday that the company wanted to provide Starlink satellite broadband service - already provided to Ukraine for its fight aga...
24 Sep, 2022, 12.51 PM IST