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BSNL & Tamil Nadu Government to Supply Internet for 20k Schools

In a significant effort to enhance infrastructure in government and aided schools, especially through the integration of new technology, the school education department has established internet connections in 20,332 state-run schools. This initiative, undertaken in collaboration with BSNL, was detailed in a circular from the department. So far, 5,913 out of 6,223 government high and […]

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BSNL Bharat Fibre Achieves 500,000 Customer Milestone in Tamil Nadu

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has reached a significant milestone by amassing 500,000 fiber broadband customers in the Tamil Nadu circle. In a social media post, BSNL Tamil Nadu expressed gratitude to its customers and business partners for their trust and support in achieving this milestone. Post#BSNL Tamil Nadu Circle has achieved the milestone of […]

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Google Fiber’s New CTO- John Abbot

John Abbot, who was most recently CFO at AI company Dataminr, will oversee Google Fiber’s Finance, Strategy & Analytics and Accounting teams. He’s had over three decades of experience across media, technology, infrastructure, telecom and finance, a press release notes. Google Fiber CEO Dinni Jain said in a statement Abbot “understands this business from many […]

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BSNL Issues Tender for Planned Maintenance Work of OFC of BharatNet Phase-I & Phase-II Totaling 19800 Kms

Delhi, May 24, 2024: BSNL has issued tender for engagement of agencies from registered firms in India for Planned Maintenance work of OFC of BharatNet Phase-I & Phase-II for left out quantity in Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh (East) & Uttar Pradesh (West) on contract basis, subject to variation depending upon the actual requirement of […]

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For Faster 5G at Home, Jio and Airtel Push Major Expansion of FWA Broadband

Indian consumers can look forward to an enhanced 5G experience at home, as Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel are set to expand their high-speed wireless broadband services. The two leading telecom operators by market share are planning to broaden their fixed wireless access (FWA) offerings in the coming quarters to aggressively target the home and […]

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Starlink Service Now Available in Fiji Islands

Elon Musk’s SpaceX has expanded its Starlink services to over 300 islands in Fiji as of May 20th. Starlink was granted a license to provide internet services in Fiji in mid-November 2023. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade, Co-operatives, SMEs, and Communications, Manoa Kamikamica, stated that licensing Starlink for commercial use is a game […]

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World Telecommunications and Information Society Day 2024 Celebrated by BIF and Bharat Exhibitions

The World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) 2024, observed annually on May 17, was hosted by Broadband India Forum (BIF) and Bharat Exhibitions (BE) on May 15, 2024, at Hotel Le Meridien in New Delhi. The event’s theme, “Digital Innovation for Sustainable Development,” underscored the critical role of digital technology in addressing global challenges. […]

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India Requires Rs 4.2 Lakh Crore Investment by 2030 for Nationwide Broadband Connectivity

According to industry expert Prashant Singhal, India will require an investment of Rs 4.2 lakh crore by 2030 to connect 24 crore households in the country with broadband services. Speaking at the Broadband India Forum conference, Singhal, who is the Telecom Sector Leader for Emerging Markets and a Partner in a member firm of EY […]

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Is MTNL Closing Down? Is the Fate Near for MTNL?

The central government is considering the closure of Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd (MTNL) post the general elections. While the specifics of the shutdown are yet to be finalized, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) shows no inclination to sustain the telecom company, which operates in Delhi and Mumbai. MTNL, a publicly listed company, has been grappling […]