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People voice their support for net neutrality, say Internet a utility not a luxury: by Prasad Krishna — published Apr 13, 2015 — last modified May 08, 2015 01:56 AM — filed under: Net Neutrality, Internet Governance
As the campaign and support for net neutrality is picking up, Politicians, celebrities and a cross section of people are voicing their support for it. Net neutrality means all data and sites are treated and charged equally be it mobile app or any other app.
Located in Internet Governance / News & Media
Net Neutrality debate in India: Here are all the arguments you need to know: by Prasad Krishna — published Apr 23, 2015 — last modified May 09, 2015 08:01 AM — filed under: Internet Governance
While online activists and even big Internet companies have come out to support Net Neutrality, the debate isn’t really as simple when it comes to India.
Located in Internet Governance / News & Media
Financial Express hosts #NetNeutralityDebate: ‘Price discrimination can be allowed, but not for the same packet of data’: by Prasad Krishna — published Apr 24, 2015 — last modified May 09, 2015 10:05 AM — filed under: Net Neutrality, Internet Governance
Trying to cut through the noise on Net Neutrality in India, FICCI in partnership with Financial Express is hosting a panel discussion titled “Decoding Net Neutrality” in New Delhi on Wednesday.
Located in Internet Governance / News & Media
Cry, you nasty trolls: by Prasad Krishna — published Apr 26, 2015 — last modified May 09, 2015 03:05 PM — filed under: Internet Governance, Chilling Effect
Micro-blogging site Twitter has introduced a tool that identifies abusive tweets and hides them from their targets. Will it stem the tide of viciousness online, asks Prasun Chaudhuri.
Located in Internet Governance / News & Media
TRAI and the Disclosure of Personal Information: by Nehaa Chaudhari and Vidushi Marda — published May 10, 2015 — filed under: Telecom, IT Act, TRAI, OTT, Internet Governance
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), in March 2015 invited comments on its Consultation Paper for the regulation of over-the-top (OTT) services. In an unprecedented wave of public participation, TRAI received over a million e-mails in support of net neutrality.
Located in Telecom / Blog
Consilience: by Prasad Krishna — published May 24, 2015 — last modified Jun 19, 2015 01:55 AM — filed under: Internet Governance
Pranesh Prakash was a speaker at this event organized by the National Law School of India University on May 9 and 10, 2015 in Bangalore. The theme for this conference was "Net Neutrality".
Located in Internet Governance / News & Media
The Hazards of a Non-neutral Internet: by Geetha Hariharan — published Apr 18, 2015 — last modified May 27, 2015 04:07 PM — filed under: Net Neutrality, Internet Governance
Spurred by recent events, India’s policy circles are dancing to the complex tunes of net neutrality. Airtel came under fire for pricing calls made over the Internet differentially; it has since withdrawn this plan. Airtel and Reliance Communications are caught in the storm as Airtel Zero and Internet.org, the Facebook-spearheaded product for low-cost Internet access, face stiff criticism for violating net neutrality. Companies like Flipkart, which earlier supported these products, have stepped back and are throwing their weight behind net neutrality. The Department of Telecommunications has set up a six-member panel to consult on net neutrality.
Located in Internet Governance / Blog
There's a Spy Behind Your Gadget Screen Tracking Data: by Prasad Krishna — published Apr 25, 2015 — last modified May 31, 2015 03:50 PM — filed under: Internet Governance, Privacy
More people are becoming aware of the risks that come with online habits.
Located in Internet Governance / News & Media
Digital India launch likely in July: by Prasad Krishna — published May 31, 2015 — last modified May 31, 2015 04:08 PM — filed under: Internet Governance
The Modi government, which completed one year at the Centre, is preparing for a big-ticket launch of Digital India, taking technology to the villages and block levels, through merchandise, hackathons and games spread over a week-long initiative across the country.
Located in Internet Governance / News & Media
Can Uber, Ola apps be blocked? Govt fighting cyber odds: by Prasad Krishna — published Jun 14, 2015 — filed under: Internet Governance, Blocking, Censorship
The Delhi government is trying to block taxi hailing apps like Uber and Ola Cabs, but is it really possible?
Located in Internet Governance / News & Media

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