Month: October 2025
Starlink Hiring in India Begins Ahead of 2026 Satellite Internet Launch
Summary:After securing India’s Unified License, Elon Musk’s Starlink has begun hiring locally and setting up operations to launch satellite internet services in India. The company is conducting technical and security demonstrations in Mumbai while preparing for a full-scale rollout expected in early 2026, pending final approvals. Starlink Begins Hiring as India Launch Nears Starlink, the […]
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Reliance Jio Offers Free Google Gemini Pro Subscription for its Users
Summary:Google and Reliance have announced a major partnership to offer Google AI Pro, valued at ₹35,100, free for 18 months to eligible Reliance Jio users. The rollout begins with 5G users aged 18–25, granting them premium AI capabilities, enhanced cloud storage, and advanced generative AI tools — democratizing access to AI for millions in India. […]
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Telecom Subscription Data September 2025- Total of 1.23 Billion Subscribers as Broadband Usage Soars
Summary:According to the latest data released by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), the total number of telecom subscribers in India reached 1,228.94 million as of September 30, 2025. The report highlights steady growth across wireless and broadband segments, with tele-density at 86.65% and broadband users nearing 1 billion, signaling India’s strong progress in […]
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Omdia Report Says 5G FWA Subscription will be 2x by 2030
The global telecom landscape is shifting rapidly as 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) emerges as a dominant broadband solution. As per a recent report by Omdia, 5G FWA subscriptions are expected to rise from 71 million in 2024 to 150 million by 2030, marking a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23%. This growth will […]
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Indus Towers Prepares Dividend Plans, Awaits Regulatory Clarity on Vodafone Idea
Indus Towers is preparing to resume dividend payouts by the end of the fiscal year, but the company remains cautious due to lingering regulatory uncertainty around Vodafone Idea’s AGR (Adjusted Gross Revenue) dues. While Indus has strong cash flow, it is waiting for clarity on Vi’s liabilities before finalizing the distribution. Simultaneously, it is expanding […]
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BSNL Rupee 1 Plan
Summary:State-owned telecom operator BSNL has launched its Diwali Bonanza 2025 offer, which gives users access to 4G services for just Rs 1 in the first month. The plan is valid from 15 October to 15 November 2025– offers unlimited calls, 2GB of daily data, and a free SIM card. It is designed to attract new […]
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TRAI and DoT Agree to Make CNAP Default for All Users
Summary:The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) and the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) are nearing a final agreement on rolling out the Calling Name Presentation (CNAP) service– a system that will display the caller’s name along with their phone number on the mobile screen. The move aims to improve caller transparency, reduce spam and fraud […]
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Positive Outcome for Vodafone Idea in AGR Dues News; Vodafone Idea Shares Gains Quickly
Summary:The Supreme Court of India has granted Vodafone Idea (Vi) a significant reprieve by allowing the central government to reconsider its AGR (Adjusted Gross Revenue) dues. This opens a window for potential reassessment of the telecom company’s liabilities, a vital relief for Vi, which has been under deep financial stress. In a major relief to […]
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India Boosts 5G-6G Research: NIT Meghalaya and NESAC Collaborate in Sohra Project
Summary:Scientists from NIT Meghalaya and NESAC have started a joint research project in Sohra (Cherrapunji) to study how its extreme rainfall affects 5G and 6G signal transmission. Their goal: to develop rain-resilient, high-frequency networks that can work reliably even under very heavy precipitation. Alongside, NIT Meghalaya has also designed its first integrated chip (IC), which […]
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DoT Temporarily Stops Accepting Telecom Licenses Under New Telecom Act 2023
Summary:The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is suspending the acceptance of new telecom-license applications from November 10, 2025, pending the formal rollout of an authorization framework under the Telecommunications Act, 2023. Existing applications submitted before the cutoff will continue to be processed, while the pause is intended to prevent regulatory confusion during the shift to the […]
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