India considers taxing mobile data usage

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India is considering a mobile data tax of 1 rupee per gigabyte consumed. This proposal, discussed by Prime Minister Modi, could significantly impact the digital access of over 800 million internet users. The Department of Telecommunications must present a detailed plan by September 2026. The tax aims to curb excessive screen time but may disproportionately affect low-income users and rural communities, potentially widening the digital divide.


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