Question

When did the Press Trust of India start using satellite broadcast technology instead of teleprinters?
A. During the 1980s
B. During the 1990s
C. During the 2000s
D. During the 1970s

Answer 1

Hint: Press Trust of India (PTI) is the largest news agency in India. It provides primary information of all the various events and issues.

Complete answer: PTI, founded by KC Roy, was earlier referred to as Associated Press of India, which is additionally referred to as the primary press agency of India. The Press Trust of India (PTI) adopted the 'Satellite broadcast' technology during the 1990s. Satellite broadcasting technology distributes content using broadcast signals which are associated with and from communication satellites. These signals are then received by a parabolic antenna also mentioned as satellite dishes. The signals are then skilled as a low-noise block converter for conditioning. The satellite broadcasting is additionally utilized in television and radio stations.
A teleprinter sends and receives typed messages through various communications channels, in both point-to-point and point-to-multipoint configurations.
The current chairman of PTI is Aveek Sarkar, the chairman of the ABP group. PTI has started several services like PTI-TV, PTI Science Services, PTI Economic Services, PTI Bhasha, PTI Graphics, PTI Mag and lots of more.
Thus, option (B) is the correct answer.

Note: It is important to note that earlier in 1949, PTI was headquartered in Mumbai. Currently, Press Trust of India has its own communication satellite, INSAT, for broadcasting information.