Year: 2024

Telecom Industry

BSNL 4G to be Launched in Mysore & Other Karnataka Districts

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is set to launch its 4G network across Mysuru, Mandya, Chamarajanagar, and Kodagu districts in Karnataka. Tata Consultancy Services Limited (TCS) has been instrumental in supplying and installing the network, which is upgradable to 5G in the future. Regarding BSNL 4G Towers A total of 690 4G towers are slated […]

Regulatory

Mobile Number Portability News: Now 7 Days Waiting Period After SIM Swap

To combat the rise in mobile phone fraud, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has announced a mandatory seven-day waiting period for mobile number portability (MNP) following a SIM swap or replacement. This new regulation, effective July 1, 2024, aims to curb fraudulent activities involving SIM card manipulation. Press Release No. 35/2024 regarding Press […]

Broadband

SpaceX Starlink Mini is Here

SpaceX has unveiled Starlink Mini, a portable version of its satellite internet product small enough to fit inside a backpack. Early Starlink customers received invitations to purchase the Starlink Mini kit for $599, as seen in documents viewed by TechCrunch. This price is $100 higher than the standard Starlink kit. Additionally, customers have the option […]

Regulatory

New Telecom Act 2023 Comes into Effect

The Telecommunications Act of 2023 came into effect on June 26, repealing existing legislative frameworks such as the Indian Telegraph Act of 1885 and the Indian Wireless Telegraph Act of 1933. This new law addresses the technological advancements in the telecommunications industry, abolishing the license regime and replacing it with an authorization mechanism. #TelecomAct2023 strengthens […]

Telecom Industry

Airtel Tariff Hike 2024- All Details Here

India’s second-largest telecom operator, Bharti Airtel, has announced a tariff hike following a similar move by Reliance Jio. Airtel will increase its plans by 10-21 percent, effective July 3. The company described the hike as ‘very modest,’ amounting to less than 70 paise per day on entry-level plans. Airtel announces revised mobile tariffs. These prices […]

5G/6G

With B6GA, India-Europe Rush for 6G Technology

India’s Bharat 6G Alliance has recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the European 6G Smart Networks and Services Industry Association (6G IA) and 6G Flagship – Oulu University to explore potential 6G collaborations. This agreement follows a previous MoU with the USA’s NextG Alliance, according to an official statement. Partnerships and Collaborations The […]

Telecom Industry

Reliance Jio Recharge Price Hike | Jio Tariff Plan Increase- All Details Here

Reliance Jio has announced a tariff hike, making its popular plans slightly more expensive. The new plans will take effect from July 3, 2024. The base Rs 155 plan has been increased to Rs 189, reflecting a 22% hike. Notably, Jio announced this increase before Bharti Airtel. The tariff hikes affect 19 plans, including 17 […]

Telecom Infrastructure

India to Need an Additional 1.7-3.6 Gigawatts of Data Center Capacity: Report

India has the potential to become a global data center hub due to its low construction, land, and power costs compared to other countries. The country already boasts a well-established IT and digitally enabled services ecosystem. According to Cushman & Wakefield, the median cost of constructing a data center in India is approximately USD 6.8 […]

Regulatory Top Reads

Spectrum Auction 2024 Concludes- Here is What Happened

The expiring spectrum in 2024 and the unsold spectrum from the 2022 Spectrum Auction were put up for auction this year to meet the spectrum requirements of Telecom Service Providers (TSPs) and ensure continuity and growth of services. All available spectrum in the 800 MHz, 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 2100 MHz, 2300 MHz, 2500 MHz, […]