Author: Bharatnet
Department of Telecommunications Directs Noida Airport to Facilitate Telecom Infrastructure Deployment
Summary: The Department of Telecommunications has instructed Noida International Airport to allow telecom operators to install their own network infrastructure, aiming to prevent issues similar to those faced at Navi Mumbai International Airport, where restrictions forced operators to rely on third-party systems and compromised service quality. Ahead of Noida airport’s launch, the DoT clarified to […]
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The Supreme Court has ruled that spectrum cannot be transferred under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC)
Summary: The Supreme Court of India has ruled in favour of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), holding that telecom spectrum cannot be transferred under a resolution plan framed under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC). The Court affirmed that spectrum is a limited public natural resource owned by the community, and therefore its ownership, control, […]
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BSNL turns its attention to AI, builds proprietary small language models
Summary: The Chairman and Managing Director of Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited said the company is expanding the use of artificial intelligence across its operations while developing in-house small language models to ensure regulatory compliance. These models are being applied to tasks such as network anomaly detection, customer support, revenue analytics, and order management. BSNL is […]
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India AI Impact Summit 2026: Airtel provides 5G connectivity and installs 55 small cells at Bharat Mandapam
Summary: Bharti Airtel has strengthened its network infrastructure to ensure seamless 5G connectivity for the India AI Impact Summit 2026 by deploying 55 small cells, 12 additional outdoor sites, and four-way protected fibre routes across Bharat Mandapam. The company has upgraded existing sites, enabled comprehensive fibre coverage, and established dedicated backhaul and surge capacity supported […]
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Adani Group Pledges USD 100 Billion to Build Renewable-Energy-Driven, AI-Optimized Data Centres by 2035
Summary: On February 17, 2026, the Adani Group announced a USD 100 billion plan to build renewable-energy-powered, hyperscale AI-ready data centres by 2035, aiming to position India at the forefront of the global Intelligence Revolution by integrating clean energy with large-scale computing infrastructure. Expanding its existing 2 GW platform through AdaniConnex to a 5 GW […]
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Bharti Airtel introduces an AI-powered solution to safeguard users against OTP frauds
Summary: Bharti Airtel has launched an AI-powered tool called Fraud Alert to protect users from rising OTP-related banking frauds, initially rolling it out in Haryana with plans to expand to all customers within 14 days. The system works alongside Airtel’s spam detection service to identify suspicious calls where scammers attempt to trick users into sharing […]
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Airtel Introduces Unlimited Data Across All Postpaid Plans
Summary: Bharti Airtel has introduced unlimited data across all its postpaid plans, with customers in the Kolkata circle receiving unlimited 4G and 5G data, capped at 300GB per month under fair usage terms. The entry-level plan starts at Rs 449, and select prepaid plans also now include unlimited data benefits. While it is unclear if […]
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Best Value 3GB Daily Data Pack by Reliance Jio
Summary: Reliance Jio, India’s largest telecom provider, offers a premium 3GB daily data plan priced at Rs 1,799, which stands out for its unlimited 5G data and added perks like a three-month Netflix Basic subscription and a Google subscription. The plan also includes unlimited voice calls, 100 SMS per day, and additional JioHotstar content, providing […]
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Vodafone Idea Continues to Face Numerous Challenges
Summary: Vodafone Idea Limited continues to struggle despite receiving a 10-year deferment on AGR dues, which eases immediate financial pressure but does not solve its core issues. The company lost nearly one million wireless subscribers in December 2025, reducing its market share to 15%, far behind Jio and Airtel, which together hold close to 80%. […]
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Airtel rolls out more than 2,400 new 5G towers across Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh
Summary: Over the past year, Bharti Airtel has deployed more than 2,400 new 5G sites across 87 districts in Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, enhancing network coverage and internet speeds for around 36 million users in cities, towns, and rural areas. The expanded network is set to improve video streaming, downloads, online work and learning, and […]
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