Day: November 6, 2023
Reliance Jio’s Satellite Communication Plans Unaffected by SES Service Rollout Delay
Luxembourg-based SES recently decided to delay the commercial services launch of its new O3b mPOWER satellite constellation due to technical issues. However, this delay will not affect the plans of its Indian joint venture partner, Reliance Jio, to launch broadband services from space. Reliable sources close to Reliance have stated that “The delayed commercial roll […]
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DoT Gives Assurance to OTT and Tech Companies Regarding Net Neutrality Rules
The Department of Telecommunications (DOT) believes over-the-top (OTT) players and technology companies have no reason to be concerned about telecom companies flouting net neutrality rules, as the operators are bound by licence conditions in ensuring that internet traffic remains non-discriminatory. While the government has not made any decision on a revenue share between telcos and […]
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Why Vodafone Idea, Airtel, Reliance Jio Express National Security Concerns Regarding Amazon, Microsoft, and Enterprise Messages
Amazon’s switch from SMS to WhatsApp for order delivery updates and similar shifts in enterprise messaging methods have raised concerns within the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), representing Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone-Idea. In a letter to telecom secretary Neeraj Mittal, the COAI has accused global tech giants like Microsoft and Amazon of potentially […]
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Airtel’s Expansion of 30,000 Network Sites to Revolutionize Rural Connectivity
During the recent earnings call for the second quarter ending on September 30, 2023, Gopal Vittal, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Bharti Airtel, provided valuable insights into the company’s ambitious 5G strategy, 4G network rollout plans, and customer-centric approach. Airtel’s leadership shared key perspectives on these aspects: 5G Strategy: A Bold Move […]
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