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Inmarsat applies for license, signs new distrib partner
MUMBAI: Mobile satellite company Inmarsat Ventures Plc. is planning to expand its operations in the country as it has recently filed an application with Indian government, seeking permission for a license to deal directly with private sector clients. The company has also signed a new distribution partner but the name wasnt disclosed.
These developments were disclosed by Michael Storey, who recently quit as president and chief executive officer of the company. The founder of Inmarsat, who is here in the Capital for the 12th Convergence India conference and exhibition, continues to be associated in the advisory role.
I am not too sure about the timeframe, which government is going to take in giving us the approval, said Storey.
Inmarsat designs, implements and operates satellite network and offers a wide portfolio of voice, low-speed, high-speed data and complete satellite communications in terms of email, videoconferencing and security among others.
Inmarsat, which has a liaison office in Delhi, has already got a distribution partner in telecommunication major Videsh Sanchar Nigam Limited (VSNL).
Storey said, India is a competitive, one of the fastest growing telecom and wireless savvy market. Like in other markets, the opportunities lie in exploiting possibilities offered by mobile data.
Inmarsat has already worked with Indian government on several projects such as telephony project in remote areas, Indian Army/ Border Security, National Disaster Management and Indian Railways.
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News18 India launches Command Centre war explainer with Arya
New show shifts from debates to decoding global conflicts and impacts
MUMBAI: News18 India has rolled out a new war-focused programme, Command Centre, featuring Gaurav Arya, as it looks to offer viewers a sharper, more grounded take on global conflicts amid rising tensions in West Asia.
Positioned as an “insider war room”, the show moves away from conventional panel debates and instead focuses on explaining military developments, decoding strategy and connecting global events to their everyday impact, from fuel prices to economic shifts.
The format leans heavily on visuals and data. The studio has been designed like a command hub, complete with large LED war maps, real-time graphics and an alert system to track developments as they unfold.
At the centre of it all is Arya, who brings his military background to simplify complex war strategies for viewers. His signature line, “Seedhi baat samjhiye”, anchors the show’s promise of clarity over noise.
News18 India managing editor Jyoti Kamal said, “Command Centre, featuring Major Gaurav Arya is designed to deliver accurate insights and a clear perspective on how evolving conflicts impact everyday life, from household budgets to national security. With expert voices analysing every development in real time, the show goes beyond headlines to decode what’s happening now, what it means, and what could come next.”
Echoing the intent, Gaurav Arya added, “In times of war, confusion is the biggest threat. With News18 India’s Command Centre, we are bringing viewers inside the war room, decoding strategies, tracking every escalation, and explaining, in the simplest terms, what it means for India and for every household. Seedhi baat samjhiye, this is where you understand not just what is happening, but what happens next.”
The weekday show will air in the afternoon slot and will also feature Gaurav Shukla, adding to its editorial depth.
With its mix of analysis, visuals and a clear focus on impact, the show reflects a broader shift in news consumption. Viewers are no longer just watching events unfold, they are looking to understand what those events mean for them.
