Author: Bharatnet
India’s Data Centre Capacity Expands by 21% in H1 2024
In the first half of the year, there was a 21% increase in the total data centre stock across India. Mumbai led with a substantial 54.9% share of the total capacity, followed by Chennai (12.3%), Bengaluru (8.2%), and Pune (7.2%), according to a report by Savills. During the January-June period of 2024, the country saw […]
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MTNL Requests Rs 1,151.65 Crore for Sovereign Guarantee Bonds from Government
Debt-ridden state-run telecom firm MTNL has requested Rs 1,151.65 crore to cover the interest payments on sovereign guarantee bonds for the current fiscal year, Parliament was informed on this. In a written reply to the Rajya Sabha, Minister of State for Communications Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar stated that the government has implemented several measures for the […]
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95% Indian Villages have Internet Connectivity- Jyotiraditya Scindia
Under the Digital India Initiative, the government has implemented various measures to connect not only metropolitan areas but also tier-2 and tier-3 cities, as well as rural and remote regions. As of March 2024, India has a total of 954.40 million internet subscribers, with 398.35 million residing in rural areas. Additionally, by April 2024, out […]
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Vodafone Idea Prepaid Plan: 60 Days Validity with Lumpsum Data
Vodafone Idea offers a prepaid plan priced at Rs 625 with a service validity of 60 days. The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) had mandated telcos to provide plans with validities of 30, 60, and 90 days, addressing consumer frustration over 28, 56, and 84-day plans. Vodafone Idea has been offering this 60-day service […]
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O-RAN to Offer Big Opportunity to India Startups
Open RAN (Radio Access Network) technology presents significant opportunities for Indian startups to develop an ecosystem that can be applied both domestically and globally. “Our industry is poised to become a global supplier for Open RAN technology. BSNL will also begin trials for Open RAN by next month,” said RK Upadhyay, CEO of the Center […]
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Jyotiraditya Scindia Conducts 5G Call Using Indigenous Technology
Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Minister of Communications and Development of the North Eastern Region, along with Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar, Minister of State for Communications & Rural Development, inaugurated the Network Operations Centre at the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) Delhi Campus. The Centre hosts indigenously developed security infrastructure for identifying and monitoring cyber […]
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TCS BSNL News- Ratan Tata’s Company on the Course to be Back in Telecom Race
TATA Indicom, the telecom brand known for offering free minutes with minimal recharges, is making a comeback in the telecom sector, this time in collaboration with BSNL. This unexpected partnership has sparked curiosity about its impact on other telecom operators and the benefits for users. Recently, TATA Consultancy Services (TCS) invested a substantial Rs 15,000 […]
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Jio, Airtel to Spend $2 Billion on 5G Gears
Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio are poised to collectively purchase an additional $2 billion worth of 5G network equipment to enhance their next-generation mobile broadband coverage, catering to a rapidly growing user base amidst rising shipments of 5G-compatible smartphones, according to sources familiar with the matter. Sunil Mittal-led Airtel has issued a fresh request for […]
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Wayanad Kerala Landslide- BSNL Restores Service, Provide Free Data & Calls
In the wake of the landslide tragedy in Wayanad, Kerala, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) swiftly restored 4G connectivity and provided high-speed internet to aid relief efforts. By the afternoon of July 31, BSNL had introduced 4G services in the affected areas of Chooralmala and Mundakkai. Amidst the tragedy in #WayanadLandslide, #BSNL swiftly restored connectivity […]
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DoT Eases Rules for Foreigners Seeking Mobile Connections
The government has relaxed the norms for foreign nationals seeking mobile connections in India by making the provision of sending a one-time password (OTP) to a local number optional. In an order dated July 31, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) noted that foreign nationals visiting India face challenges in obtaining mobile connections as they are […]
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