Broadband
Over 2.14 lakh Gram Panchayats Connected with Broadband, Centre Says
BharatNet, the world’s largest rural broadband connectivity program, has successfully connected over 2.14 lakh gram panchayats using optical fiber, radio, and satellite technologies, the government announced on 21 Dec. Launched in October 2011, this ambitious initiative aims to provide affordable high-speed internet access to every gram panchayat across the country. The Ministry of Communications […]
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DoT Plans Framework for Undersea Cable Repair and Maintenance in India
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is working on a framework to establish a robust system for repairing and maintaining undersea cables in India. The initial setup cost is estimated at ₹2,500–₹3,000 crore, excluding additional expenses for labor, training, and maintaining cable inventory. Each repair operation costs approximately ₹20 crore, with an average of 4–5 repairs […]
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Median Mobile Download Speed- India Touches 100 Mbps | Ookla Speed Test Report
Indian telecom operators have been making significant strides in addressing network capacity and coverage challenges across the nation. Their sustained investments and relentless efforts have propelled the country to new heights in mobile connectivity. India’s median mobile download speed, which remained below 30 Mbps just a few years ago, has now reached an impressive 100 […]
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Affordable Airtel Broadband Plans with OTT Benefits for 2025
As we approach the new year 2025, Bharti Airtel has introduced affordable broadband plans that combine OTT (over-the-top) and TV benefits, ensuring an enhanced entertainment experience for customers. With Airtel Xstream Fiber and AirFiber rapidly expanding to new towns and cities, these plans are tailored to be budget-friendly while providing a wide range of features […]
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Vodafone Idea Partners with Tejas Networks to Enhance Backhaul for 4G and 5G Expansion
Homegrown telecom equipment manufacturer Tejas Networks has secured a three-year contract from Vodafone Idea (Vi) to supply backhaul solutions for the operator’s 4G and upcoming 5G networks. Under the agreement, Tejas Networks will provide its TJ1400 and TJ1600 packet and optical transmission systems to enhance Vi’s backhaul capacity and improve network performance across multiple regions […]
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BSNL 999 Broadband Plan Details | BSNL Bharat Fiber Plans
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), India’s state-run telecom operator, is offering an attractive deal on its fiber broadband services. While BSNL Bharat Fibre is available in most parts of the country, this specific offer might not be available in all areas. Under the offer, BSNL is providing its 25 Mbps plan for three months at […]
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BharatNet Project News: Tejas Networks Selected as Broadband Equipment Supplier
Tejas Networks has been chosen to supply critical broadband equipment, including GPON, OLT, ONT, and management systems, for the BharatNet-driven Last Mile Connectivity (LMC) project in Tamil Nadu. This initiative, led by TANFINET (Tamil Nadu FibreNet Corporation Limited), an SPV established by the Tamil Nadu government, is being implemented with Polycab as the Master System […]
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Globalstar Receives 15-Year FCC Authorization Renewal for Satellite Operations
Globalstar announced that the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has granted a 15-year renewal of its authorization for GUSA Licensee LLC to operate a variety of mobile earth terminals with its U.S. and French-licensed NGSO satellites across the United States and its territories. This reauthorization allows Globalstar to expand its ancillary terrestrial network footprint […]
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Jio Enterprise Wi-Fi 6 Technology for Transforming Business Connectivity
Reliance Jio offers Enterprise Wi-Fi services tailored to meet the specific connectivity needs of businesses, providing a solution that goes beyond the scope of regular consumer Wi-Fi. Designed to cater to the unique demands of various industries, Jio Enterprise Wi-Fi combines cost-effectiveness, regulatory compliance, and robust security into a seamless package. What Is Jio Enterprise […]
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BSNL WiFi Customers Lose on Streak
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), once a leader in India’s fixed broadband market, has experienced a steady decline in Wi-Fi subscribers over recent years. According to a written statement by Minister of State for Communications and Rural Development, Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar, BSNL’s Wi-Fi subscriber base stood at 4,06,600 as of March 31, 2024. This […]
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