Author: Bharatnet
Airtel Becomes First One to Bring Mobile Network to Phobrang
Airtel has extended its mobile network services to Phobrang, a remote village near the Indo-China border in the Union Territory of Ladakh. Situated at an altitude of 15,000 feet and close to the Line of Actual Control (LAC) with China, Phobrang previously had limited communication access due to its remote location and harsh terrain. Bharti […]
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MTNL BSNL Merger Latest News- 10 Year Service Agreement Between MTNL & BSNL
Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Limited (MTNL), the service provider for Delhi and Mumbai, made several key announcements following a board meeting held on 14th Aug. These announcements include new agreements and approvals for proposed sales. MTNL has entered into a 10-year service agreement with BSNL, which can be terminated by mutual consent with a six-month notice. […]
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BharatNet Phase III: Landmark initiative narrowing the digital gap between urban and rural India
Delhi Aug 15, 2024 The past decade in India has been transformative for internet penetration, witnessing an extraordinary increase in the number of broadband users, which reached 850 million by July 2023. This represents a staggering 250% growth since 2015, marking India as the fastest-growing country in terms of internet users globally. Projections suggest that […]
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Starlink Sri Lanka Service to Start Soon, License Approved
Sri Lanka’s telecommunications regulator has granted a license to Elon Musk’s Starlink, the satellite division of SpaceX, to provide satellite broadband services in the country, according to the president’s office. This move follows the passage of a new telecommunications bill by Sri Lanka’s parliament last month, the first amendment to the law in 28 years, […]
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Vi’s Government and Bank Debt Increases in Q1 FY25
Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL) released its performance results for Q1 FY25 on 12th Aug. Here, we’ll focus on the company’s net debt. Vodafone Idea’s debt to the government and banks increased in Q1 FY25, reversing the downward trend observed at the end of Q4 FY24. While a moderate increase in debt over the short term […]
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78th Independence Day: Special supplement on BharatNet – Aug 15, 2024
New Delhi, Aug 13, 2024 The Independence Day of India, which is celebrated religiously throughout the Country on the 15th of August every year, holds tremendous ground in the list of national days, since it reminds every Indian about the dawn of a new beginning, the beginning of an era of deliverance from the clutches […]
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USA and Sweden Partner to Accelerate 6G Wireless Technology Development
The United States and Sweden have announced a significant partnership to advance the development and deployment of 6G wireless technology. Recognizing the vital role of wireless communications in modern society, both nations are committed to enhancing this technology as a critical component of their infrastructure, according to a joint statement from the US Department of […]
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Reliance Jio to Expand its 5G and IoT Solutions
Reliance Jio, India’s largest telecom operator, is planning to export its indigenously developed technologies worldwide, following their large-scale deployment in powering its 4G and 5G networks. Jio’s investments in next-generation network and digital technologies are expected to sustain its competitive edge and drive market share growth. “This strategy will ensure strong and consistent returns for […]
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Globalstar to Rival Starlink for Satcom License in India
Globalstar, the provider of emergency SOS services for Apple devices, is planning to apply for a license to offer satellite communication (satcom) services in India. The company expressed its intention to establish a wholly-owned subsidiary in India and will seek a GMPCS (Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite) authorization. In a submission to the Telecom […]
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BSNL to Launch 4G, 5G Universal SIM for Seamless Switch
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL), the state-run telecom firm, is set to roll out a 4G and 5G compatible Over-The-Air (OTA) and Universal SIM (USIM) platform. This new platform will allow subscribers to choose their mobile numbers and replace SIM cards without any geographical limitations. BSNL announced that this platform, developed in collaboration with Pyro […]
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