Broadband
Parliamentary Committee Highlights BharatNet Shortcomings, Calls for State-Level Audit of Rural Broadband
Summary: A parliamentary committee has flagged major gaps in the implementation and utilisation of BharatNet, India’s rural broadband programme, and called for a state-wise and model-wise performance audit to identify bottlenecks. As of February 2026, only 78,899 of nearly 2.64 lakh Gram Panchayats had operational Points of Presence, despite 7.19 lakh km of fibre being […]
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Government paves the way for private satellite communication companies through new telecom regulations
Summary: The Government of India has reaffirmed that private satellite communication companies can operate under a regulated framework, with OneWeb India Communications, Jio Satellite Communications, and Starlink Satellite Communications among those authorised to provide commercial satellite services. The new Telecommunications (Authorisation for Provision of Principal Telecommunication Services) Rules, 2026 replace the earlier licensing model with […]
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Affordable Jio Plan Below ₹100 Offering Access to Multiple OTT Platforms
Summary: Reliance Jio has introduced a ₹55 prepaid TV access voucher that offers an affordable entertainment option for subscribers. The 30-day plan includes access to over 1,000 live SD and HD TV channels from major broadcasters through the JioTV app, along with 10MB of data. Available across all licensed telecom circles in India, the voucher […]
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HCLTech Enters AI Data Centre Business with ₹35 Billion Strategic Investment Through New Subsidiary
Summary: HCLTech has announced its entry into the end-to-end AI ecosystem to address the growing demand for AI-powered solutions across government and enterprise sectors. The company plans to invest up to ₹35 billion through a new subsidiary to establish AI data centres with an initial capacity of up to 50 MW. According to HCLTech, the […]
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Airtel Offers Budget-Friendly High-Speed Broadband Plan Bundled with OTT Subscriptions
Summary: Bharti Airtel’s ₹899 broadband plan offers 100 Mbps upload and download speeds along with a comprehensive entertainment package that includes JioHotstar, ZEE5, Airtel Xstream Play, Google One, and Adobe Express Premium. Subscribers also receive access to 350+ live TV channels and up to 3.3TB of monthly high-speed data on Airtel Fibre (1TB on AirFiber), […]
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BSNL AirFibre Delivers 200 Mbps Speed with OTT Benefits at an Attractive Price
Summary: BSNL’s AirFibre 200 Mbps plan offers a value-focused Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) broadband service with 5TB monthly data, speeds of up to 200 Mbps, unlimited landline calling, and access to multiple OTT platforms, including JioHotstar, ZEE5, SonyLIV, and Lionsgate Play. Running on BSNL’s 4G network, the plan provides a higher monthly data allowance than […]
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India Gains 64 Million New Internet Subscribers Within a Quarter: TRAI Data
Summary: India’s telecom sector recorded strong growth during the January–March 2026 quarter, with the addition of over 64 million internet subscribers and more than 24 million telephone connections, according to TRAI. The total internet user base crossed 1.09 billion, driven largely by wireless broadband adoption, while the overall telephone subscriber count rose to 1.33 billion, […]
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MoS Communications Says BSNL Revenue Increased from Rs 210 Billion to Rs 250 Billion in Two Years
Summary: Union Minister Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani said BSNL has achieved a major turnaround over the last two years through infrastructure modernisation, operational reforms, and the rollout of indigenous telecom technology. He highlighted that the company’s revenue increased from Rs 210 billion to Rs 250 billion, while EBITDA surged to nearly Rs 70 billion, reflecting stronger […]
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Bharti Airtel Priority Postpaid Could Face Potential Concerns
Summary: Bharti Airtel has launched its Priority Postpaid service in India, allowing users to access the company’s 5G standalone network through network slicing technology for faster and more stable connectivity. However, some users have reported compatibility-related issues. One user on X claimed that Airtel’s app showed their OPPO Find X9 Pro 5G device was not […]
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Telecom Leaders Advocate Satellite, AI and Fiber-Driven Networks for India’s Digital Growth
Summary: Industry leaders have highlighted that resilient, secure, and intelligent telecom infrastructure will be central to India’s next phase of digital growth, supporting sectors such as finance, healthcare, governance, mobility, and AI-driven services. On World Telecommunication and Information Society Day 2026, experts from telecom, satellite communications, and network technology companies stressed the importance of scalable […]
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