Author: Bharatnet
TRAI Proposes Separate Recharge Plans for Voice, Data, and SMS
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has released a consultation paper aimed at reviewing mobile recharge plans. The paper proposes introducing separate recharge vouchers for voice calls, data, and SMS, in addition to the existing bundled plans. Titled “Consultation Paper on Review of Telecom Consumers Protection Regulations (TCPR), 2012,” the document also explores whether […]
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Potential 6G Applications and Use Cases
The potential applications and use cases for 6G technology are expansive and visionary, building on the capabilities of 5G with significant enhancements in speed, latency, reliability, and capacity. Here are some key potential applications and use cases for 6G: 1. Enhanced Mobile Broadband – Extreme Data Rates: 6G is expected to deliver data rates […]
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TRAI Free 3 Months Recharge Message is Fake
A message claiming that the government is offering three months of free mobile recharge, be warned—this is a scam. The message is circulating online to deceive innocent citizens. In a post on X (formerly known as Twitter), PIB Fact Check clarified that the message, allegedly from the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), is false. […]
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Reliance Jio New Value Plan Details
Reliance Jio, India’s largest telecom operator, has recently increased the prices of its plans. The value plans saw a hike in price too. The famous Rs 395 and Rs 1559 plans from Jio with unlimited 5G exist no more. However, a more evolved offering is available at a hiked price. Today, we will check out […]
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TRAI to Introduce Revised 4G Quality of Service Standards: Report
The Indian telecom regulator is planning to update the service quality standards for 4G services nationwide. The revisions will aim to enhance service quality, with penalties imposed on telecom companies that fail to meet the minimum Quality of Service (QoS) standards. Currently, 4G services are widely available in India, offered by three major providers: Reliance […]
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Vodafone Idea and Asianet Launch Vi One in Kerala: Plan Details Here
Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL), a leading Indian telecom operator, has partnered with Asianet, a regional internet service provider based in Kerala, to launch the Vi One service. This service provides customers with both a mobile connection and a fiber broadband connection. Since Vi’s You Broadband service does not operate nationwide, the partnership with Asianet allows […]
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Airtel 4G Unlimited Data Plan Explained
Bharti Airtel, India’s second-largest telecom operator, offers several unlimited 4G data vouchers for its customers. These vouchers are designed to provide data without usage worries for short-term needs and are used in addition to existing prepaid plans. Recently, Airtel adjusted its tariffs, which affected the pricing and benefits of these data vouchers. Here’s a look […]
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BSNL Was Hit by Data Breach on 20 May, Confirms Government
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) reported a possible intrusion and data breach at Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) on May 20, 2024, according to Minister of State for Communications Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani. In a written response to a query by Congress MP Amar Singh in the Lok Sabha, Dr. Pemmasani noted that while […]
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Budget 2024: BSNL Budget Allocation the Most with Rs 82,916 Crore
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has proposed a budget allocation of ₹1.28 lakh crore for telecom projects and public sector firms under the Telecom Ministry, with a significant portion earmarked for state-owned BSNL, according to the Budget 2024-25 document. Out of the total proposed allocation, over ₹1 lakh crore is designated for BSNL and MTNL-related […]
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Budget 2024: Cost of 4G and 5G Network Rollouts Set to Rise with Customs Duty Increase
The upcoming rollouts of 4G and 5G networks are expected to become more expensive, following Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s proposal to increase the basic customs duty (BCD) on printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) from 10% to 15% in the Budget 2024-25. PCBAs are a crucial component in various telecom equipment, including mobile base stations, and […]
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