humanitarian operations
Indian Army Pioneers Satellite Internet Deployment for Disaster Relief in Sri Lanka: A Technological Breakthrough
Dec 16, 2025 02:00 pm CST
The Indian Army has made history by successfully deploying Eutelsat's OneWeb satellite internet to restore critical communications in flood-ravaged Sri Lanka. This groundbreaking initiative, part of Operation Sagar Bandhu, enabled 24/7 telemedicine services and coordinated relief efforts when terrestrial networks failed. The deployment demonstrates the transformative potential of space-based internet technology in humanitarian disaster response while highlighting regulatory challenges for wider adoption in India.
Taliban Claims Afghanistan Internet Blackout Caused By Infrastructure Issues, Not Ban
Oct 01, 2025 05:18 pm CST
The Taliban government has officially denied imposing an internet ban in Afghanistan, attributing nationwide communications disruptions to deteriorating fiber optic infrastructure. This statement contradicts earlier provincial reports of shutdowns ordered by Taliban leadership. The ongoing blackout has severely impacted banking, commerce, aviation, and humanitarian operations across the country, with no timeline provided for service restoration.