Author: Bharatnet
BSNL to Take Over MTNL Operations, No Merger Planned: Report
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has been managing the mobile network operations of Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Limited (MTNL) in Mumbai and Delhi. Currently, the Indian government is restructuring Rs 30,000 crore of MTNL’s debt. Once this restructuring is complete, BSNL will assume full control of MTNL’s operations. While an official decision to shut down MTNL […]
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BSNL Launches Limited-Time Offer on Fibre Basic Plan
In a bid to attract more customers to its high-speed internet services, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has launched a limited-time offer on its Fibre Basic Plan. Under this new promotion, subscribers can now avail of the plan at just Rs 399 per month, down from its usual price of Rs 499. Additionally, BSNL is […]
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Germany to Phase Out Huawei and ZTE Components from 5G Networks
Germany announced on Thursday that it will phase out the use of components from Chinese telecom giants Huawei and ZTE in its 5G networks over the coming years due to national security concerns. The interior ministry stated that parts from these firms will no longer be used in “core” 5G mobile networks by the end […]
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COAI Urges Government to Abolish USOF Payments and Implement Further Reforms Ahead of Budget
The telecom industry body, COAI (Cellular Operators Association of India), has recommended that the government abolish the 5% USOF (Universal Service Obligation Fund) contribution rule for telcos. Alternatively, COAI suggested that the government should reduce the USOF contribution to zero until the existing corpus of Rs 80,000 crore is fully utilized. Currently, telcos pay 5% […]
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Indus Towers Expanding Rural Infrastructure to Bridge Digital Divide
Indus Towers, a leading telecom tower infrastructure company in India, is increasing its investments in the rural areas of the country. This effort aims to bridge the digital divide that the Indian government is keen to address promptly. According to a recent release, Indus reported that over 60% of its towers were installed in rural […]
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4G Service in Thiruvallur Begins, BSNL 4G Launch in Chennai Next
BSNL has launched its 4G services in the Thiruvallur district and confirmed that Chennai, Kancheepuram, and Chengalpattu districts will soon receive the service. The nationwide rollout of BSNL’s 4G service, which has been long overdue, is expected to achieve full coverage by next month. In Tamil Nadu, under the phase IX.2 project, BSNL is installing […]
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Airtel Xstream Offering Free Installation & WiFi Router
Bharti Airtel is providing a free Wi-Fi router and installation with its broadband connections. As the second-largest internet service provider (ISP) in India, Airtel delivers services across various regions, including tier-two and tier-three towns. Their FTTH (fiber-to-the-home) service, branded as Airtel Xstream Fiber, offers an affordable and high-quality broadband experience. This makes Airtel a compelling […]
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Telecom Sector Hiring May See Downfall in FY 25
The growth of the telecom sector workforce in FY25 is anticipated to slow down to approximately 30%, reaching 6.79 million, slightly below the 31% growth in FY24, and significantly less than the 51% growth observed in FY23. This reflects the reduced capital expenditure by major operators, Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel, which have completed their […]
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DoT to Host Hackathon on 5G and 6G Technologies
The Department of Telecommunications (DOT) is set to host the “5G/6G and Emerging Technologies Hackathon” this September. This initiative seeks to unite innovators, industry leaders, and academics to explore the cutting-edge of next-generation telecom technologies, according to a department statement. The World Telecommunication Standardisation Assembly (WTSA2024) will take place in New Delhi from October 15 […]
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Airtel Data Breach 2024: Airtel Denies Allegation, Official Statement Given
Airtel India has vehemently denied allegations of a data breach that supposedly exposed the details of 375 million Airtel India users, which were purportedly put up for sale on the dark web. Data Breach Allegations on Bharti Airtel Airtel has been hacked by a China based threat actor. He listed 37.5 crore airtel customer's data including […]
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