Author: Bharatnet
Scindia Reviews Bharat 6G Alliance Progress as India Accelerates 6G Development
Summary: Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia reviewed the progress of the Bharat 6G Alliance (B6GA) as India advances its goal of becoming a global leader in 6G technology by 2030. The alliance is driving work across key areas such as spectrum, device manufacturing, applications, sustainability, and 6G use cases through seven dedicated working groups. The […]
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India Surpasses 560,000 5G Base Stations; Minister Says 136 Telecom R&D Projects Have Been Sanctioned
Summary: The government said India’s 5G expansion has reached 562,971 base stations, extending coverage to 99.9% of districts by June 2026. Nearly 24,000 telecom towers have also been deployed under the 4G Saturation Project to connect previously uncovered villages. Additionally, 136 telecom R&D projects worth about ₹5.43 billion have been approved under the TTDF, focusing […]
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Government Prohibits Telecom Infrastructure Providers From Transferring Network Data Overseas
Summary: The Central Government has introduced the Telecommunications (Authorisation for Telecommunication Network) Rules, 2026, requiring all telecom network data, logs, and related information to be stored exclusively within India and prohibiting their transfer or sharing outside the country. The new framework, issued by the DoT under the Telecommunications Act, 2023, also grants the government enhanced […]
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Vi’s ₹350 Billion Funding Plan Faces Delays as Banks Seek Promoter Commitments
Summary: Vodafone Idea’s proposed ₹350 billion funding package has been delayed as lenders seek stronger commitments from the company’s promoters before approving fresh loans. The financing, intended to support Vi’s 5G rollout and other capital expenditure plans, remains under discussion despite progress in negotiations. Banks continue to be cautious due to the telecom operator’s high […]
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Reliance Jio’s ₹799 Plan with 1.5GB Daily Data is Ideal for Most Indian Users
Summary: Reliance Jio’s ₹799 prepaid plan is a value-focused option for users seeking 84 days of validity with 1.5GB of daily data, unlimited voice calls, 100 SMS per day, and complimentary access to JioTV and JioAICloud. Designed for customers who prioritize essential connectivity over OTT subscriptions or unlimited 5G, the plan offers a balanced combination […]
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DTH and Cable Operators Call for Equal Regulatory Treatment Under the New Telecom Framework
Summary: India’s cable TV and DTH industry is urging the government to introduce a technology-neutral regulatory framework that ensures equal treatment for all television distribution platforms. Operators argue that licensed players face higher compliance costs than streaming services and DD Free Dish, placing them at a competitive disadvantage amid declining subscribers and revenue. The industry […]
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Airtel Clarifies It Has Never Restricted Hotspot Usage Under Its Unlimited 5G Data Plans
Summary: The controversy surrounding Airtel’s unlimited 5G hotspot policy was largely driven by a misunderstanding of its terms and conditions rather than any actual technical restriction. Although a clause addressed hotspot usage to prevent commercial misuse, Airtel never disabled the hotspot feature for regular users, who continued sharing data with personal devices without interruption. With […]
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Airtel Africa Plans to Launch Its IPO During the Second Half of 2026
Summary: Bharti Airtel is moving ahead with plans to list Airtel Africa on the London Stock Exchange through an IPO that could value the company at nearly USD 10 billion and raise around USD 1.5 billion. The telecom operator, which serves over 54 million customers across 14 African markets, is also considering a spin-off of […]
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Affordable Jio Plan Below ₹100 Offering Access to Multiple OTT Platforms
Summary: Reliance Jio has introduced a ₹55 prepaid TV access voucher that offers an affordable entertainment option for subscribers. The 30-day plan includes access to over 1,000 live SD and HD TV channels from major broadcasters through the JioTV app, along with 10MB of data. Available across all licensed telecom circles in India, the voucher […]
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HCLTech Enters AI Data Centre Business with ₹35 Billion Strategic Investment Through New Subsidiary
Summary: HCLTech has announced its entry into the end-to-end AI ecosystem to address the growing demand for AI-powered solutions across government and enterprise sectors. The company plans to invest up to ₹35 billion through a new subsidiary to establish AI data centres with an initial capacity of up to 50 MW. According to HCLTech, the […]
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