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Reliance Jio Voices Opposition to the Abolition of DTH License Fees

In response to the pre-consultation paper for the National Broadcasting Policy (NBP) issued by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), Reliance Jio Infocomm, led by Mukesh Ambani, has voiced its opposition to the proposed abolition of license fees for direct-to-home (DTH) operators. The telecom giant argues that such a move would unfairly disadvantage cable […]

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BSNL Awards HFCL an Advance Purchase Order Valued at Rs 1,127 Crore

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has taken a significant step in advancing its optical transport network (OTN) infrastructure by awarding an advance purchase order (APO) of Rs 1,127 crore to HFCL Limited. This strategic move aims to transform BSNL’s OTN infrastructure throughout India, enhancing the backhaul network support and subsequently improving services for both enterprises […]

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Indus Towers Commends Telecom Bill 2023 for Resolving Industry Concerns

The recent Telecommunications Bill of 2023 signifies a crucial effort to modernize the longstanding Indian Telegraph Act, which has governed the telecom sector for 138 years. Introduced in the Lok Sabha by the Union Telecommunications Minister, the bill aims to amend and consolidate laws related to the development, expansion, and operation of telecommunication services, telecommunication […]

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BSNL Landline User Data Exposed and Sold on Dark Web

Telecom operator BSNL has fallen victim to a data breach, with reports indicating that hackers are selling the stolen data of thousands of BSNL internet and landline users on the dark web. A significant issue has been reported involving a hacker, identified as “Perell,” on the dark web, who claims to have acquired critical information […]

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BSNL Achieves Milestone with 3.29 Million FTTH Connections by September 2023

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), India’s third-largest internet service provider (ISP), boasts millions of fixed-broadband customers. As of September 30, 2023, the state-run telecom operator successfully delivered a total of 3.29 million fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) connections to customers, solidifying its position in the home fiber segment—a significant revenue contributor for BSNL. Particularly in rural India, BSNL’s […]

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An Update on BharatNet Project

The BharatNet Project, introduced by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) in 2011, aims to extend fiber internet connectivity to over 2.5 lakh gram panchayats. The primary objective is to provide non-discriminatory broadband access to consumers in rural areas where private companies hesitate to invest due to lower returns. To facilitate the smooth execution of the […]

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Everything About D2H Stream Android Box

d2h, one of India’s largest DTH (Direct-to-Home) operators, offers an Android Set-Top Box (STB) known as d2h Stream. This option is ideal for those looking to transform their conventional TVs into smart ones. While Airtel Digital TV and Tata Play also have similar offerings, our focus today is exclusively on d2h’s offering, which has already […]

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Tamil Nadu Embraces BharatNet Project for Rural Connectivity

The Tamil Nadu government is taking decisive steps to implement the BharatNet project within its jurisdiction, albeit later than some other states. The BharatNet initiative, a central government project, aims to provide high-speed internet connectivity to all gram panchayats and villages across India. Confirming the active progress of the BharatNet project in the state, the […]

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OneWeb India Receives Regulatory Approval to Launch Commercial Satellite Broadband Services

OneWeb India has secured approvals from IN-SPACe, the Indian space regulatory agency, to launch commercial satellite broadband services for Eutelsat OneWeb in India. This milestone marks the first authorization of its kind granted to any organization by IN-SPACe. The approval allows Eutelsat OneWeb to commence commercial connectivity services once the government allocates the necessary spectrum. […]

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Tata Communications Collaborates with Singapore Airlines to Elevate Customer Experience

Tata Communications and Singapore Airlines Limited (SIA) have entered into a multi-year agreement to overhaul the airline’s communication and collaboration tools, aiming to enhance employee productivity and elevate user experience. The collaboration builds upon the longstanding and successful partnership between SIA and Tata Communications, leveraging the transformative capabilities of Tata Communications GlobalRapide platform. This initiative […]