Author: Bharatnet
BSNL Hit by Data Breach
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), the state-owned telecommunications provider, has experienced a significant data breach. According to a Threat Intelligence Report by Athenian Tech, the cyberattack was orchestrated by a threat actor known as “kiberphantom.” The hacker compromised a substantial amount of sensitive data, putting millions of users at risk. The breach involves critical data, […]
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Telecom Spectrum Auction 2024, Day 1
On the first day of the spectrum auction, which featured five rounds of bidding, telecom service providers placed bids totaling approximately Rs 11,000 crore. The government has put over 10,500 MHz of spectrum, including airwaves for 5G services valued at Rs 96,238 crore, up for auction. According to the Day 1 spectrum auction report from […]
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BSNL Land Monetization: BSNL Kerala Circle to Auction Surplus Land Parcels
The Kerala Circle of Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has identified 24 ‘surplus land parcels,’ with two vacant parcels set to be sold in the first phase through e-tender and e-auction. These parcels are located at the Choondy Telephone Exchange in Aluva and Kottarakkara, as announced by V. Surendran, Principal General Manager of the BSNL […]
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Successful 5G Communications Test at High Altitude by Japanese Researchers
On May 28, Japanese researchers announced a successful test of 5G communications equipment in the 38 gigahertz band from an altitude of 4 kilometers. This experiment was focused on developing an aerial relay backhaul using millimeter-wave band links between ground stations and a simulated High-Altitude Platform Station (HAPS), a radio station aboard an uncrewed aircraft […]
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Networking Event of Sangam-Digital Twin Initiative Held by DoT
The Sangam Networking Event in Delhi has unveiled comprehensive blueprints for Digital Twin-enabled solutions, designed to address challenges and leverage diverse data sources. These blueprints will guide the design and architecture of solutions, define roles for various stakeholders, identify potential customers, outline funding structures, establish governance mechanisms, and create roadmaps for implementation. Hosted by IIT […]
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What are Unsolicited Commercial Communications (UCC)?
Unsolicited Commercial Communications (UCC) are marketing or promotional messages, calls, emails, or any other forms of communication sent to individuals without their prior consent. These communications are typically intended to promote products, services, or events. UCC is often viewed as intrusive and is commonly referred to as spam. Key Characteristics of UCC 1. Unrequested: The […]
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TRAI New Secretary- Atul Chaudhary
The government appointed Atul Kumar Chaudhary as the Secretary of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Thursday, following the retirement of V. Raghunandan last month. Chaudhary, a 1989-batch Indian Telecommunication Services (ITS) officer, was previously serving as Deputy Director General at the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). His appointment is for a […]
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Spectrum Auction 2024 Worth Rs 96k Crores to be Held Tomorrow
The telecom spectrum auction for eight bands is scheduled for June 25. According to Antique Stock Broking, the bidding is unlikely to be vigorous. The brokerage predicts that Bharti Airtel may bid for some of its expiring spectrum valued at Rs 3,820 crore, while Jio will be selective, basing its bids on data traffic flow […]
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5G Balloons Tested Successfully, 5G Drones Project Trial to be Initiated Soon
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has successfully conducted a trial to provide 5G connectivity using balloons, aiming to enhance communication during disasters or emergencies. This innovative approach leverages high-altitude balloons to establish a stable and wide-reaching 5G network, ensuring uninterrupted communication when ground-based infrastructure is compromised. Following this successful trial, the DoT is planning to […]
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Vodafone Idea 5G Rollout Minimum Requirement Completed
Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL) has announced the completion of its minimum 5G rollout obligation as required by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). Initially, VIL had confirmed 5G rollout in a few circles, but it has now met the requirement for all mandated circles. The telecom department had instructed telcos to roll out 5G in both […]
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