Author: Bharatnet
Digicel Group Activates Deep Blue One Subsea Fiber Cable
Caribbean telecom company Digicel Group has announced the activation of its subsea fiber cable, Deep Blue One. Spanning 2,250 km with five landing points, this cable aims to enhance connectivity across the Caribbean and South America, particularly benefiting French Guiana, Suriname, Guyana, and Trinidad and Tobago. Technical Specification Deep Blue One features five branching units […]
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National Numbering Plan Issued in TRAI Consultation Paper
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued a consultation paper today on the ‘Revision of the National Numbering Plan.’ India’s telecommunications landscape is undergoing a significant transformation driven by cutting-edge network architectures and services. The advent of 5G networks introduces unprecedented possibilities, including ultra-high-speed connectivity, minimal latency, and extensive device integration. In this […]
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BSNL 4G in Varanasi Launched
BSNL has launched 4G services in Purvanchal, including Varanasi. On 7th June, BSNL General Manager Anil Kumar Gupta announced at the Shivpurwa office that the goal is to install 4G towers in urban areas by June 30, with plans to increase the number to 200 towers by July. He stated that customers can upgrade their […]
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Jyotiraditya Scindia Elected as a New Communication Minister (दूरसंचार मंत्री) | Modi 3.0
Jyotiraditya Scindia, who was sworn in as a Cabinet minister in the Narendra Modi 3.0 government, was assigned the Ministry of Telecommunications (दूरसंचार विभाग) on 10th June. Additionally, he was given the Ministry of Development of the North Eastern Region. JUST IN | Jyotiraditya Scindia takes charge as Minister for Communications pic.twitter.com/ilZJRKtnvR — The Hindu […]
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FCC Seeks Transfer of Net Neutrality Legal Challenges to US Circuit Court
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requested the U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals in Cincinnati, Ohio, to transfer a series of industry legal challenges regarding its decision to reinstate landmark net neutrality rules to the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia. Net neutrality rules mandate that internet service providers (ISPs) treat […]
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Airport 5G: DoT Calls for Enhanced In-Building Solutions
In light of ongoing security concerns, the government has temporarily barred the use of 5G services in airports. However, recognizing the critical need for uninterrupted connectivity, authorities have reportedly instructed telecom operators to deploy more in-building solutions within airport facilities. The decision to restrict 5G services at airports stems from potential interference with aircraft communication […]
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Modi 3.0: Telcos Set for 6 GHz Demand
In a fresh set of demands to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s third-term National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government, the telecom industry has called for the allocation of the 6 GHz frequency band, non-commercial electric power rates, and the on-ground implementation of the right of way (ROW) framework to expand telecom services in the country. “Some of […]
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4G Saturation Project: BSNL Requests Rs 99 Crore Compensation from DoT for O&M Costs
State-run Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has requested a reimbursement of Rs 99 crore from the government to cover additional operations and maintenance (O&M) costs resulting from delays in the delivery and commissioning of Evolved Node B (eNB) by the supplier. “Based on the delivery and commissioning progress of eNB from TCS/ITI, it is anticipated […]
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With Spectrum Auction, Other Telecom Reforms Likely to be Delayed
The postponement of the spectrum auction has caused delays in other initiatives within the telecom ministry, such as implementing regulations for the Telecommunication Act 2023 and other telecom reforms. Officials from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) stated that the auction was deferred due to internal uncertainties within the government. Consequently, no decisions will be made […]
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Smartware – Connecting Rural India with High-Speed Internet Access
Pune 7th June 2024 Smartware Technologies Private Limited is distinguishing itself in the telecom industry by prioritizing the expansion of fiber broadband services in rural India under its Telesmart and Smartwire brands. While urban markets typically offer quicker returns due to higher incomes and population densities, Smartware is taking a different approach by addressing the […]
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