Author: Bharatnet
India Adds Over 4,100 New 5G BTS in October 2025
Summary:India added 4,144 new 5G base transceiver stations (BTS) in October 2025, bringing the total count to 508,732 nationwide, according to data published by Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI). While the pace of deployment has dipped from 6,453 in September, the rollout trend remains strong and signifies the ongoing expansion of 5G infrastructure across […]
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Mobile Recharge Price Hike Might be in December 2025
Summary:India’s major telecom operators — Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea (Vi) — are set to raise mobile recharge prices by 10–12% starting December 1, 2025. The move marks the first major tariff hike since 2024 and is aimed at ensuring financial sustainability, supporting 5G rollout, and improving network quality. Jio, Airtel, and Vi […]
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Bharti Airtel Partners with DoT to Deploy Digital Bharat Nidhi 4G Towers Across Rural India
Summary:Bharti Airtel, in collaboration with the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), has successfully deployed government-funded 4G towers under the Digital Bharat Nidhi (DBN) — previously known as the Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF) — across multiple Indian states. The initiative supports the government’s vision of Digital and Inclusive India, providing high-speed connectivity in rural and remote […]
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Intra Roaming Circle Packs Launched by Jio for BSNL Network Connectivity
Summary:Reliance Jio has introduced Intra Circle Roaming (ICR) packs that allow its prepaid users to seamlessly connect to the BSNL network in select regions. The service ensures uninterrupted connectivity for voice, data, and SMS within the same telecom circle—beginning with the Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh (MP & CG) circle. Jio Launches ICR Packs to Enable […]
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For Viksit Bharat 2047, Telecom Will Play a Vital Role
Summary:Telecom will be a cornerstone of India’s vision for Viksit Bharat 2047, acting as the digital backbone that supports future growth, economic inclusion, and national resilience. According to a recent analysis by Communications Today, this sector is evolving from voice-based services into a powerful enabler of next-generation applications like AI, smart agriculture, disaster response, and […]
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Starlink in Maharashtra | Maharashtra Becomes the First Indian State to Partner with Starlink
Summary:Maharashtra has become the first Indian state to officially partner with Elon Musk’s Starlink for satellite-based internet services. The collaboration aims to accelerate the Digital Maharashtra mission, bridging connectivity gaps in remote areas and strengthening digital infrastructure for education, healthcare, and governance. Maharashtra Becomes First State to Partner with Starlink for Satellite Internet Connectivity In […]
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Bharti Airtel to Seek AGR Dues Reassessment After Supreme Court’s Vodafone Idea Ruling
Summary:After the Supreme Court allowed the government to reassess Vodafone Idea’s adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues up to FY17, Bharti Airtel announced plans to approach the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) seeking a similar reassessment. Airtel believes this move could correct past calculation errors that heavily impacted telecom operators since the 2019 AGR ruling. Bharti Airtel […]
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ACT Fibernet Offers 15% Discount on Broadband Plans via Influencer Network
Summary:ACT Fibernet has announced a 15% discount on its broadband plans for users opting for a three-month or longer subscription, exclusively available through its influencer affiliate network until the end of this year. The offer aims to help more users experience high-speed internet and Smart Wi-Fi connectivity at an affordable price. ACT Fibernet Launches 15% […]
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Bharti Airtel Q2 FY26 Results: Q2 Profit Doubles to ₹8,651 Cr, ARPU Surges to ₹256
Summary:Bharti Airtel delivered a stellar Q2 FY26 performance, with net profit more than doubling to ₹8,651 crore, driven by its push into premium smartphone users and a strong rise in postpaid customer additions. The company also widened its lead over Reliance Jio in average revenue per user (ARPU), underscoring its focus on high-value subscribers. Airtel’s […]
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Vodafone Idea AGR News: Supreme Court Permits Centre to Reassess and Offer Relief on Vodafone Idea’s AGR Dues
Summary:The Supreme Court of India has allowed the Centre to fully reassess Vodafone Idea’s (Vi) AGR (Adjusted Gross Revenue) dues up to the financial year 2016–17, signaling a major potential financial relief for the beleaguered telecom operator. Previously, the reassessment was limited to additional dues of ₹9,450 crore, but the revised order now covers the […]
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