Telecom Industry
Telecom Department Halts AGR Waiver Plan, Setback for Vodafone Idea
The Department of Telecommunications’ (DoT) proposal to waive adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues for telecom operators has been put on hold due to a lack of consensus within the government, dealing a setback to loss-making Vodafone Idea. Government officials believe it would be inappropriate to provide financial relief to private telecom firms, including profitable ones, […]
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BSNL 4G to 5G Transition will Begin in June 2025, Says Scindia
State-run telecom operator BSNL is set to begin its transition from 4G to 5G in June 2025, aligning with the completion of its 4G deployment across 100,000 sites, Union Minister for Communications and Development of the North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya Scindia, announced. Of the planned 100,000 sites, 89,000 have already been installed, with 72,000 commissioned […]
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IPL 2025 News: Airtel to Give Network Boost to Wankhede Stadium this IPL
Bharti Airtel has upgraded its network infrastructure at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium to ensure seamless connectivity for nearly 100,000 cricket fans as the Indian Premier League (IPL) kicks off on March 22. Enhanced Connectivity at Wankhede Stadium Airtel has strengthened seven existing cell sites around the stadium, significantly improving voice and data connectivity. These upgrades are […]
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Vodafone Idea 5G Launched in Mumbai
Vodafone Idea has officially launched its commercial 5G services in Mumbai, Maharashtra, marking its entry into the 5G race in India. The telecom operator plans to expand coverage across the country in phases, with Delhi, Punjab, Bihar, and Karnataka next in line to receive 5G connectivity. The wait is over! Now enjoy lightning fast […]
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Vodafone Idea in Satcom Partnership Talks
Vodafone Idea (Vi) is in discussions with satellite communication (satcom) providers to explore potential partnerships, aiming to enhance connectivity in areas where traditional infrastructure—such as fiber optic cables or cell towers—is unavailable. These use cases primarily include remote rural regions and underserved urban areas, according to Jagbir Singh, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Vodafone Idea, […]
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BSNL VRS 2.0 News: Telecom PSU to Cut 35% Workforce via VRS?
In December 2024, reports suggested that the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) might seek approval from the Ministry of Finance for a second voluntary retirement scheme (VRS) to further reduce Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited’s (BSNL) workforce. The state-owned telecom firm had previously introduced a VRS program in 2019 as part of its revival package, allowing employees […]
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BSNL MTNL Asset Sale Earns Over Rs 10,000 Crore
One of the key strategies the government identified to support BSNL and MTNL asset monetization. Both state-run telecom operators had a mix of core and non-core assets that were not being fully utilized. As part of the 2019 relief package, the government directed these telcos to sell underutilized assets to raise funds. While the pace […]
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Vodafone Idea Misses Rs 6,090 Crore Bank Guarantee Submission to DoT: Report
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has missed the March 10, 2025 deadline to submit the bank guarantee (BG) of Rs 6,090.7 crore or make a cash payment of Rs 5,493.2 crore to the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) for the shortfall in its 2015 spectrum auction payments. This non-compliance may prompt government action, though DoT has yet to […]
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BSNL 5G Rollout News- Government to Fast Track 5G Rollout
The government is fast-tracking BSNL’s 5G rollout, with ongoing efforts to upgrade the state-run telecom operator’s 4G network. As part of this initiative, BSNL has set an ambitious target of deploying 100,000 new mobile towers, of which 65,000 4G towers have already been installed. Alongside these upgrades, momentum is building for the launch of BSNL’s […]
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BSNL 5G Rollout Accelerated as India Reconsiders Make-in-India Policy
India is considering a major policy shift in its approach to upgrading Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) to 5G by allowing foreign vendors to participate in the ₹17,000 crore telecom equipment tender. This would mark a significant departure from the government’s previous stance, which mandated the use of only indigenous technology for BSNL’s network upgrades, […]
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