Author: Bharatnet
WiFi 7 Leaders Right now in 2025
As the next generation of wireless connectivity, Wi-Fi 7 (IEEE 802.11be) promises lightning-fast speeds, ultra-low latency, and better support for bandwidth-hungry applications like AR/VR, 8K video, and cloud gaming. Though the standard is still being finalized (expected by 2025), major tech giants have already jumped into the race to dominate early adoption. The Frontrunners 1. […]
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AST SpaceMobile and Vodafone Idea Deal Done for Satellite Broadband
In a strategic move to bridge India’s digital divide, Vodafone Idea (Vi) has announced a partnership with AST SpaceMobile, a U.S.-based satellite cellular broadband provider, to deliver direct-to-device satellite connectivity across underserved and remote regions of India. The collaboration aligns with the Digital India initiative’s goal of universal mobile access. “Collaboration to bring Direct-to-Device satellite […]
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Vodafone Idea Rs 1049 Recharge Details
In a bid to strengthen its prepaid portfolio and retain long-term users, Vodafone Idea (Vi) has introduced a new ₹1,049 prepaid plan offering extended validity and essential telecom benefits. Aimed at users seeking voice-centric services with minimal data needs, the plan comes with 180 days of validity. Key Benefits of the ₹1,049 Plan: Once the […]
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BSNL Renames 5G Service as Quantum 5G
State-owned telecom operator Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has officially revealed the name of its upcoming 5G services—BSNL Q-5G, branded as Quantum 5G—via a post on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle. The name was chosen through a public naming campaign launched by the company, aimed at involving citizens in the lead-up to its 5G […]
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Understanding India’s PLI Scheme for Telecom Gear Manufacturers
India’s Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for telecom and networking products aims to boost domestic manufacturing, reduce import dependence, and position India as a global telecom hub. It offers financial incentives to companies that manufacture critical telecom equipment in India and meet yearly sales and investment targets. This article explains how the scheme works, who benefits, […]
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Polycab Secures ₹6,447 Crore BharatNet Contract from BSNL for Karnataka, Goa & Puducherry
Polycab India has signed a major contract worth ₹6,447.54 crore with Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) to serve as the Project Implementation Agency (PIA) for the BharatNet initiative across the Karnataka, Goa, and Puducherry telecom circles. This agreement falls under Package 4 of the amended BharatNet programme and includes end-to-end responsibilities for design, supply, construction, […]
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BSNL1799 Plan Details- International Roaming Pack
BSNL has launched a new ₹1799 International Roaming Pack, offering 1GB of data, 10 minutes of talktime, and 5 SMS, valid for 7 days across 18 countries. This pack is part of BSNL’s strategy to enhance its international roaming services, which are now available in 476 networks across 195 countries, as per recent updates from […]
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Starlink India Launch- Space X President Meets Scindia After License Approval
Gwynne Shotwell, President and COO of Elon Musk’s SpaceX, met with Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Tuesday, just days after Starlink secured a long-awaited licence from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to provide satellite internet services in India. Minister Scindia described the meeting as “productive” with discussions focused on expanding collaboration in satellite communications to […]
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Vodafone Idea Revival Plan- Government May Consider to Explore Some Relief
After firmly rejecting any further debt-to-equity conversion of Vodafone Idea’s adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues, the Indian government is now considering alternative forms of support to keep the financially distressed telecom operator afloat — aiming to prevent a duopoly in the telecom sector. Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia recently reaffirmed the government’s stance, stating there is […]
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Ericsson Partners with Google Cloud to Deliver On-Demand 5G Core via SaaS Model
Ericsson has integrated its virtualized 5G core with Google Cloud’s public infrastructure, enabling communications service providers (CSPs) to deploy mobile core networks globally on a pay-as-you-go basis. This partnership leverages Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) to run Ericsson’s cloud-native control and user plane functions, designed to support ultra-low latency, high-availability requirements in telecom networks. “We’re not […]
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