Year: 2024
Reliance Jio’s Rs 175 Data Pack- Offerings with OTT Benefits
Reliance Jio, India’s largest telecom operator, offers only one data pack that includes bundled OTT (over-the-top) benefits. Priced at Rs 175, this pack combines data benefits with access to multiple OTT platforms, making it a distinctive choice for users. However, it’s essential to note that the Rs 175 data pack requires an active base prepaid […]
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The Future of Telecom: Advancing Digital Connectivity with 6G, Open Architectures, and Fiber Networks
Telecom networks form the backbone of digital advancements, driving innovation and fostering global interconnectivity. From the advent of the internet to mobile technologies, each leap forward has shaped a more connected world. Recent advancements like 5G, fiber optics, and advanced wireless systems are not only enhancing connectivity but also propelling economic growth and improving living […]
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DoT Enforces Uniform Telecom Right of Way (RoW) Rules Nationwide by 2025
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has instructed all states to “mandatorily” enforce the newly notified Right of Way (RoW) rules under the Telecommunications Act, eliminating the need for a state-level adoption process. Previously, the RoW framework required state-specific approvals, resulting in varied charges across states. The new rules, effective January 1, 2025, aim to standardize […]
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GSAT-N2 Launched | Space X Launches ISRO Satellites
Elon Musk’s SpaceX successfully launched the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)’s advanced communication satellite, GSAT-N2, from the Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida on Tuesday. The satellite was deployed using SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket, marking the beginning of a promising commercial partnership between ISRO and SpaceX. ISRO + SpaceX 🚀 GSAT N-2 Launched Today. […]
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Vodafone Executives Exit Indus Towers Board Following Bharti Airtel’s Majority Stake Acquisition
Executives from the UK’s Vodafone Group PLC, who served as non-executive directors on the board of Indus Towers, have resigned following Bharti Airtel’s increase in its stake to over 50 percent in the tower company. With the increased stake, Indus Towers is set to become a subsidiary of Bharti Airtel. Vodafone Executives Step Down from […]
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BSNL 4G Services Now in Pangi Valley, Himachal Pradesh
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), the state-owned Indian telecom operator, has launched 4G services in the remote Pangi Valley of Himachal Pradesh. New sites have been deployed in Sural Bhaturi, Luj, Tundru, and Seri Bhatwas as part of BSNL’s broader initiative to bring connectivity to rural and underserved areas. The company has focused on cold, […]
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Bharti Airtel 4G Data Plans Offering 10GB+
Airtel offers several prepaid data plans with 10GB or more, catering to a range of user needs. The plans are priced at ₹49, ₹99, ₹161, ₹181, ₹211, and ₹361. The ₹49 and ₹99 plans are unique as they provide 20GB of lump-sum data but with limited validity of 1 and 2 days, respectively. The ₹161 […]
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Delay in Vi’s ₹25,000 Crore Funding Worsens Financial Struggles
Vodafone Idea (Vi) is grappling with worsening financial challenges as its ₹25,000 crore debt-funding plan faces significant delays, casting doubt on its ability to achieve a turnaround. The setback follows the Supreme Court’s rejection of Vi’s curative petition to recalculate its adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues, which has further strained the company’s financial outlook. Analysts […]
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SpaceX to launch Indian Satellites for ISRO
Elon Musk’s SpaceX has reportedly struck a significant deal with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to launch the GSAT-20 communications satellite. The mission is scheduled for early next week and will use SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket. This collaboration marks the first commercial partnership between ISRO and SpaceX and comes under the newly elected US […]
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US Military’s Strategy to Roll Out Open RAN 5G Across Defence Bases
The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has detailed its strategy to deploy private 5G networks across approximately 800 military installations, creating significant opportunities for 5G equipment manufacturers like JMA Wireless, Ericsson, as software providers and systems integrators, including Verizon, Boingo, Cisco, and EchoStar. Strengthening National Security with Open RAN The Pentagon is integrating 5G into […]
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