Author: Bharatnet

BSNL Employee Union Claims TCS Yet to Conclude 4G Equipment Field Trials

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is collaborating with Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) to implement 4G services in India. Contrary to the statement made by India’s IT and Telecom Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw, in 2023, indicating that BSNL had initiated the rollout of the 4G network with 200 sites and planned to scale it up after a […]

Regulatory

COAI Calls for Tax Reforms and Duty Exemptions in Telecom Budget Proposal 2024-25

The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) has submitted recommendations for the Union Budget 2024-25 to the Ministry of Finance, Government of India, focusing on improving the financial health of the telecom industry. The key requests made by the telecom body for the budget are as follows: In terms of Regulatory Levies, COAI proposes the […]

Worldwide Innovation

Hong Kong Researchers Develop World’s First Ultra-Secure 6G Antenna

A team of researchers, led by Professor Chan Chi-hou from the City University of Hong Kong, has developed a groundbreaking antenna called the ‘microwave universal metasurface antenna.’ This unique antenna can dynamically, simultaneously, independently, and precisely manipulate all essential properties of electromagnetic waves through software control. Professor Chan described a universal component capable of controlling […]

Broadband

Excitel Partners with OTTplay to Unveil New Plan Featuring Wi-Fi, OTT, and Live TV

Broadband service provider Excitel has joined forces with OTTplay to introduce an affordable internet plan bundled with OTT subscriptions and live TV for key southern cities in India, including Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Mangalore, Guntur, Vijayawada, and more. Priced at Rs. 599 per month for a 12-month subscription, the new plan offers 400 Mbps internet speed along […]

Regulatory

DoT’s Decision to Open Machine-to-Machine and IoT Registration to All Entities Aids Standardization, Experts Say

The telecom department’s recent decision to broaden the registration scope of machine-to-machine and internet of things (M2M/IoT) to encompass all entities across various segments is anticipated to facilitate the standardization of IoT services. This move aims to establish a unified standard that addresses key issues such as know your customer (KYC), security, and encryption. Currently, […]

Telecom Industry

BSNL Chairman Highlights Annual Maintenance Cost of Rs 2-3 Lakh Crore for Telecom Towers

During the ‘Driving India’s Techade: D2M for Bharat – 5G Broadcast Summit,’ Pravin Kumar Purvar, the chairman and managing director of state-owned BSNL, highlighted the substantial annual cost of maintaining telecom towers, estimating it to be around Rs 2-3 lakh crore. He emphasized the need for technological solutions to reduce these expenses. Purvar acknowledged that […]

Informative

Everything You Need to Know About Dark Fiber

In the vast and intricate world of telecommunications, dark fiber emerges as a key player, quietly underpinning the digital connections that define our interconnected age. Often shrouded in mystery due to its name, dark fiber is a critical component of modern communication networks. This blog aims to unravel the secrets of dark fiber, exploring its […]

Regulatory

DoT Issues Consumer Advisory to Prevent Cyber Fraud

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued a warning, advising consumers against dialing *401# followed by an unknown mobile number due to the potential for cyber fraud. According to the DoT’s statement, individuals should be cautious about responding to suspicious incoming calls instructing them to dial *401# followed by an unfamiliar mobile number. The DoT […]

5G/6G Telecom Industry

Airtel and Reliance Jio May Introduce Charges for 5G, Ending Unlimited 5G Data Offers

5G services were introduced in India in October 2022, with Reliance Jio and Airtel leading the way. These telecom giants have garnered over 125 million 5G subscribers, providing 5G connectivity at the existing 4G rates and featuring unlimited 5G data in select plans. However, industry experts now anticipate a shift in strategy as both companies […]

Broadband

Reliance’s 5G Launch Fails to Boost Fixed Wireless Broadband Subscriptions, Experiences Decline

Despite the launch of Reliance’s 5G broadband service, Reliance Air Fibre, in September, data from the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) reports a decline in subscription rates for fixed wireless broadband in September and October. According to TRAI, the monthly growth rate for fixed wireless subscribers was -2.51% in September and -1.24% in October, […]