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BharatNet Phase 3 Contract Bids Heats Up
Broadband

BharatNet Phase 3 Contract Bids Heats Up

In a competitive drive for the BharatNet Phase 3 contracts, 13 domestic telecom equipment companies-including TCL, HFCL, and Pace Digitek has bid for 4 BSNL-led DBOM (Design-Build-Operate-Employment) packages to Rajasthan, Haryana, Assam and Northeast.  BSNL recently made tender for these meddle-mile network packages to upgrade 8,746 gram panchayats (GPs) in Rajasthan and 6,082 in Haryana. […]

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BSNL 411 Recharge Plan Details- An Alternate to BSNL 1515 Plan
Tariff Plans

BSNL 411 Recharge Plan Details- An Alternate to BSNL 1515 Plan?

What the BSNL ₹411 Plan Offers  The plan of ₹411 is a data-only voucher, meaning it does not include voice calling or SMS benefits. Users receive 2GB of high-speed data per day, and once the daily limit is expired, then reduces speed according to BSNL’s reasonable consumption standards (usually 40 kbps).  BSNL 411 Plan Validity […]

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6400 5G Towers Added in India During September 2025
Telecom Infrastructure

6400 5G Towers Added in India During September 2025

Summary:India’s 5G rollout continues to accelerate, including over 6,400 new 5G base stations (BTS) in September 2025, which has taken a total of 5.04 lakh 5G sites across the country. This stable expansion highlights India’s strong pace in achieving 5G coverage nationwide, led by operators like Jio, Airtel, Vi and BSNL.  According to the stats […]

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BSNL eSIM Now Available Nationwide
Telecom Industry

BSNL eSIM Now Available Nationwide

Summary:Tata Comms has started eSIM services nationwide for BSNL using its GSMA platform. This development allows BSNL users to activate mobile services via QR codes on supported devices. This eliminates the need for physical SIM and modernize connectivity for India’s public carrier.  Tata Communications Powers BSNL’s eSIM Rollout  TCCSPL, the subsidiary of Tata Communications, has […]

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DoT Extends 5G EMF Self-Certification Deadline to December 31 2025
5G/6G Regulatory

DoT Extends 5G EMF Self-Certification Deadline to December 31 2025

The Telecommunications Department (DoT) has expanded the self-certification compliance to the 5G Electro Magnetic Field (EMF) by December 31, 2025. This step gives Indian telecom operators more time to ensure that the EMF is met with safety standards, adjusting the Rapid Network Rollout with public health and regulatory standards.  What the Extension Means  Telecom operators […]

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HFCL Gets Bharatnet Phase 3 Contract Worth Rs 8100 Crore
Broadband

HFCL Gets Bharatnet Phase 3 Contract Worth Rs 8100 Crore

Summary:HFCL cemented the position as the main player in the rural broadband expansion of India with the contract of Bharatnet Phase III secured of Rs 8,100 crore. The project covers meddle-mile network deployment in East Uttar Pradesh, West Uttar Pradesh and Punjab, enabling connectivity for 2.5 lakh gram panchayats and will strengthen India’s digital inclusion […]

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Vodafone Idea Launches IoT Innovation Lab in Mumbai
Telecom Industry

Vodafone Idea Launches IoT Innovation Lab in Mumbai

Summary:A new IoT Innovation Lab has been launched in Mumbai to accelerate digital transformations led by an enterprise in the Vodafone Idea (Vi) business. The lab will enable businesses, startups and device manufacturers to test and scale IoT solutions in areas such as smart cities, connected vehicles, manufacturing, logistics, BFSI and healthcare. Supported by standardization […]

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BSNL Sets Up 97,500 Towers for Swadeshi 4G Service
Telecom Infrastructure

BSNL Sets Up 97,500 Towers for Swadeshi 4G Service

Summary:BSNL has officially launched its indigenous 4G network, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday. The rollout includes more than 97,500 towers built at a cost of Rs 37,000 crore, which is a significant step in India’s efforts for telecom self-reliance.  BSNL’s 4G Revival  After years of struggling against private telecom giants, BSNL focuses […]

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Airtel Rs 449 Postpaid Plan Details
Tariff Plans

Airtel Rs 449 Postpaid Plan Details | Airtel Cheapest Plan

Summary:Bharti Airtel’s 949 postpaid plan is the entry level postpaid plan which offers unlimited calls, 50GB data and 100 SMS to customers, along with the host of premium subscriptions. This plan directly competes with Vodafone Idea (Vi), making it one of India’s best budget-friendly postpaid plans.  Benefits of Airtel ₹449 Postpaid Plan  The ₹449 postpaid […]

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BSNL to Showcase Indigenous 4G Stack and 5G Plans
5G/6G Telecom Industry

BSNL to Showcase Indigenous 4G Stack and 5G Plans

Summary:On September 27, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the full indigenous 4G stack of BSNL developed by TCS, C-DoT and Tejas Network. “Made in India” technology ensures sovereign telecom security, supports seamless 5G upgrades, and is a significant step in India’s self-reliance in telecom infrastructure. BSNL also confirmed plans to launch 5G services in […]

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