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India will surpass Germany to become third-largest economy by 2027: Scindia
India's economy has leapt from the 10th position 12 years ago to fourth, leaving behind Japan, he said. By the end of 2027, we will surpass Germany to become the world's third-largest economy
 "India will surpass Germany to become third-largest economy by 2027: Scindia")
Telecom exports up 72% since FY21, imports steady at ₹51,000 cr: Scindia
Scindia said telecom exports rose from Rs 10,000 crore in FY21 to Rs 18,406 crore in FY25 while imports stayed around Rs 51,000 crore, as satcom licensees complete compliance for security approvals
 "Telecom exports up 72% since FY21, imports steady at ₹51,000 cr: Scindia")
My goal is to ensure every dark spot in India is lit up by satcom: Scindia
Scindia was replying to a question on the government stand on spectrum charges that Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL) should pay for its global satellite phone service (GSPS)
Scindia, Starlink V-P Dreyer discuss ways to speed up digital inclusion
Starlink executive Lauren Dreyer met Jyotiraditya Scindia after a website glitch briefly displayed India pricing; talks focused on satcom-led last-mile connectivity as Starlink awaits approvals
 "Scindia, Starlink V-P Dreyer discuss ways to speed up digital inclusion")
Govt to undertake India Post's business process reengineering: Scindia
As part of the process, the postal department will have best in class automation, which will make India Post the top logistics carrier in the world, the minister said
 "Govt to undertake India Post's business process reengineering: Scindia")
Projects worth ₹5,700 cr sanctioned for northeast under PM-DevINE: Scindia
Scindia, the Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region, termed the initiative the "most important scheme of the ministry"
 "Projects worth ₹5,700 cr sanctioned for northeast under PM-DevINE: Scindia")
Sanchar Saathi decoded: Why the gov wants it installed on your phone
DoT's directive requires the app to be visible and functional on first use, even as the minister stresses that activation remains optional.
 "Sanchar Saathi decoded: Why the gov wants it installed on your phone")
Govt open to revising Sanchar Saathi preload order on feedback: Scindia
Telecom minister Jyotiraditya Scindia told Lok Sabha the Centre is open to changing DoT's Sanchar Saathi preloading directive based on feedback, as privacy concerns and OEM pushback grow
 "Govt open to revising Sanchar Saathi preload order on feedback: Scindia")
Snooping will never happen with Sanchar Saathi app, says Scindia in LS
In the context of the discussions about the app, the minister also said the government want to give power in the hands of the people to help them protect themselves
 "Snooping will never happen with Sanchar Saathi app, says Scindia in LS")
Sanchar Saathi app can be deleted, says govt; OEMs still reluctant
Apple, other global device makers not on board; India's Lava to comply
 "Sanchar Saathi app can be deleted, says govt; OEMs still reluctant")
'Sanchar Saathi is optional, user can delete it': Govt issues clarification
Union minister Jyotiraditya Scindia clarified that Sanchar Saathi is optional, following uproar over the government mandate asking phone makers to pre-install the app to help curb cyber fraud
BSNL Q2 revenue at Rs 5,347 cr; achieves 93 pc of quarterly target: Scindia
After the quarterly review of BSNL, the minister said the company's revenue for the first half of the current fiscal stood at ₹11,134 crore
 "BSNL Q2 revenue at Rs 5,347 cr; achieves 93 pc of quarterly target: Scindia")
BSNL achieves 93% of revenue target in September quarter, says Scindia
After the quarterly review of BSNL, the minister said the company's revenue for the first half of current fiscal stood at Rs 11,134 crore
Govt to study SC order before taking call on Vi dues: Jyotiraditya Scindia
Officials say Vi has to formally apply for relief
 "Govt to study SC order before taking call on Vi dues: Jyotiraditya Scindia")
Indian telecom among top 3 globally, govt working to improve: Scindia
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said that more stringent norms for monitoring quality of service at cell level has been put in place from October 1
 "Indian telecom among top 3 globally, govt working to improve: Scindia")
India Post to launch 24, 48-hour guaranteed mail, parcel delivery timelines
Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said that 24 hours and 48 hours mail delivery and next-day parcel delivery will start from January onwards
 "India Post to launch 24, 48-hour guaranteed mail, parcel delivery timelines")
Govt unlikely to up Vi stake beyond 49%, says Jyotiraditya Scindia
The telecommunications sector, which currently accounts for 12-14 per cent of the country's gross domestic product (GDP), will grow to about 20 per cent over the next decade, the Union minister said
 "Govt unlikely to up Vi stake beyond 49%, says Jyotiraditya Scindia")
Satcom rollout to begin after Trai finalises spectrum prices, says Scindia
There is growing public anticipation over the Satcom rollout in India, with prominent companies keenly eyeing the high-stakes game of broadband beamed from Indian skies
India sets sights on 10% of global 6G patents: Telecom minister Scindia
Telecom minister Jyotiraditya Scindia says India's telecom vision goes far beyond 5G, with focus on 6G innovation, Satcom expansion and homegrown tech capacity
 "India sets sights on 10% of global 6G patents: Telecom minister Scindia")
Best time to invest in India: PM Modi renews Make in India pitch at IMC
Speaking at the 9th edition of the India Mobile Congress, PM Modi highlighted India's prowess in new technology, adding that the country, which once struggled with 2G, now has 5G connectivity
 "Best time to invest in India: PM Modi renews Make in India pitch at IMC")
