Author: Bharatnet
BITS Pilani and Airlinq Collaborate to Spearhead 5G and IoT Advancements in India
To drive innovation at the forefront and propel India into the future of 5G technology stands as the aim of the partnership. BITS Pilani and Airlinq announced a collaboration to lead the charge in 5G and IoT innovation. According to a press release by BITS Pilani, Airlinq is a US-based global technology company specialising in […]
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TRAI Introduces New Guidelines to Curb Spam Calls and SMS
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has been actively combating the issue of spam in the country. In the past, TRAI has even imposed fines on certain telecom operators for failing to adhere to India’s anti-spam regulations. Now, TRAI has issued a fresh set of guidelines to address the problem of promotional calls and […]
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Dish Wireless Reports Unexpected Loss Amid Decline in Pay-TV Subscribers
Dish Network posted a surprise loss for the third quarter as pay TV subscriptions dropped more than expected in the face of tough competition from streaming services, sending its shares down nearly 15% on Monday. The company also said CEO Erik Carlson was stepping down as part of a planned merger with satellite operator EchoStar, […]
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BSNL 4G Sim Upgradation: BSNL Offers Free Data to Encourage SIM Upgrade
As part of its efforts to promote the adoption of the latest technology, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is offering additional data benefits to users who upgrade their old BSNL 2G/3G SIMs to a BSNL 4G SIM. BSNL’s Andhra Pradesh division has announced that users who switch to a 4G SIM will receive 4GB of […]
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Reliance Jio’s Satellite Communication Plans Unaffected by SES Service Rollout Delay
Luxembourg-based SES recently decided to delay the commercial services launch of its new O3b mPOWER satellite constellation due to technical issues. However, this delay will not affect the plans of its Indian joint venture partner, Reliance Jio, to launch broadband services from space. Reliable sources close to Reliance have stated that “The delayed commercial roll […]
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DoT Gives Assurance to OTT and Tech Companies Regarding Net Neutrality Rules
The Department of Telecommunications (DOT) believes over-the-top (OTT) players and technology companies have no reason to be concerned about telecom companies flouting net neutrality rules, as the operators are bound by licence conditions in ensuring that internet traffic remains non-discriminatory. While the government has not made any decision on a revenue share between telcos and […]
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Why Vodafone Idea, Airtel, Reliance Jio Express National Security Concerns Regarding Amazon, Microsoft, and Enterprise Messages
Amazon’s switch from SMS to WhatsApp for order delivery updates and similar shifts in enterprise messaging methods have raised concerns within the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), representing Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone-Idea. In a letter to telecom secretary Neeraj Mittal, the COAI has accused global tech giants like Microsoft and Amazon of potentially […]
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Airtel’s Expansion of 30,000 Network Sites to Revolutionize Rural Connectivity
During the recent earnings call for the second quarter ending on September 30, 2023, Gopal Vittal, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Bharti Airtel, provided valuable insights into the company’s ambitious 5G strategy, 4G network rollout plans, and customer-centric approach. Airtel’s leadership shared key perspectives on these aspects: 5G Strategy: A Bold Move […]
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Top Networking Trends: Private 5G, NaaS, Automation
Sessions at the ONUG Fall 2023 conference in New York City highlighted the ongoing evolution of networking, with a focus on key trends, including private 5G, network as a service (NaaS), and network automation. Presentations by analysts, service providers, and vendors explored the significance of these approaches and how organizations can leverage them to address […]
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Deactivated or Subscriber-Requested Disconnected Mobile Numbers Remain Inactive for Minimum 90 Days
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has informed the Supreme Court that mobile phone numbers, once deactivated due to non-usage or upon subscriber request for disconnection, are not assigned to new subscribers for a minimum of 90 days. The Supreme Court was addressing a petition expressing concerns about potential data misuse after a mobile […]
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