The Assam Government on Tuesday ordered the suspension of internet and mobile data services in Chirang District following escalating violence that erupted after a road incident in neighbouring Kokrajhar District on January 19.
Elon Musk announced that Starlink will offer free broadband internet in Venezuela until February 3. The SpaceX-owned service aims to support people in the country by ensuring continued connectivity during the ongoing situation.
The Assam government on Sunday lifted the ban on the mobile internet services, imposed after the violent protest in Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong over the demands of eviction of settlers.
Kabul residents say internet is expensive and very slow, with data packages running out quickly. Students and users complain it affects daily work and studies. The telecom regulator says actions are being taken to improve service quality and enforce standards for companies.
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Large-scale protests erupted in Pakistan earlier in the day after members of the TLP began marching towards Islamabad, leading to violent clashes with police in Lahore and prompting authorities to block roads and suspend internet services in the capital.
Internet services in Afghanistan were restored after a 72-hour blackout that disrupted schools, businesses, banking and flights. Tolo News reported residents faced slow speeds and restrictions, while activists and the UN warned repeated shutdowns could harm livelihoods and worsen the country
However, in tehsil Kahara and Tehsil Chilli Pingal, the home region of AAP MLA are still under restrictions amid security concerns. Mobile internet services continue to remain suspended, while schools are being opened today amid tight security in the region.
Human rights watchdog Amnesty International has denounced the move, stating that these blanket shutdowns infringe on citizens' rights to information, free expression, and freedom of movement.
Pakistan's internet services have been fully restored nationwide after a disruption caused by heavy rainfall, ARY News reported, citing Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) statement.
he telecom company confirmed the service interruption in a post on X after users took to social media to report widespread network disruptions, saying they were unable to make calls or use mobile internet services.