Telecom Industry

Reliance Jio Network Outage, No Official Statement
Telecom Industry

Reliance Jio Network Outage, No Official Statement

What Happened During the Jio Outage?  Reliance Jio, India’s largest telecom operator, suffered a nationwide service disruption affecting both 4G and 5G users. The outage impacted major cities including Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Kolkata, with thousands of users reporting:  Downdetector and similar platforms showed a significant spike in complaints on both days. Social media […]

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Your Recharge Price May Increase Soon, Tariff Hikes are Near
Tariff Plans Telecom Industry

Your Recharge Price May Increase Soon, Tariff Hikes are Near

Summary:Mobile bills in India are expected to increase by 10–12% by year-end, driven by strong subscriber growth—especially among mid‑ and high-paying users. Analysts warn this follows last year’s tariff hikes and may feature new tiered data plans. Previous increases in July 2024 raised base-plan prices by 11–23%.  Mobile users can expect a 10–12% rise in […]

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BSNL Amarnath Yatra SIM at 196
Telecom Industry

BSNL Amarnath Yatra SIM at 196

Summary:BSNL has launched a special BSNL Yatra SIM for Amarnath Yatra 2025 pilgrims, offering strong connectivity, 15-day validity, and widespread availability at key locations like Lakhanpur, Baltal, and Pahalgam. This initiative ensures uninterrupted mobile communication in remote and high-altitude regions, enhancing safety and convenience for devotees.  BSNL’s Yatra SIM is your perfect digital companion during […]

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BSNL Revival- BSNL Profit Turnaround and Stability Now Enough to Serve Countrywide, Says Scindia
Telecom Industry

BSNL Revival- BSNL Profit Turnaround and Stability Now Enough to Serve Countrywide, Says Scindia

BSNL, once struggling for survival, is now back on a growth trajectory with two consecutive profitable quarters in FY25. Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia credits Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s strategic revival efforts and BSNL’s self-reliant 4G expansion for this transformation. With nearly 95,000 indigenous 4G sites deployed, BSNL is firmly re-establishing itself in India’s digital […]

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Vodafone Idea 5G Network to be Expanded in 23 More Cities
5G/6G Telecom Industry

Vodafone Idea 5G Network to be Expanded in 23 More Cities

Summary: Vodafone Idea (Vi) has announced the next phase of its 5G rollout, expanding coverage to 23 new cities across India. The expansion includes AI-powered network optimization and partnerships with global tech leaders to improve connectivity and efficiency. Users in these cities can now access Vi’s 5G services, with unlimited data offered on select plans.  […]

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T-Mobile to Launch Satellite-Based Data Service via Starlink in October
Telecom Industry

T-Mobile to Launch Satellite-Based Data Service via Starlink in October

T-Mobile is set to roll out a satellite-based data service on its T-Satellite network—powered by SpaceX’s Starlink—starting October 1, expanding its effort to eliminate mobile dead zones across the U.S. The service follows the commercial launch of T-Satellite on July 23, which will initially support SMS, MMS, picture messaging, and short audio clips.  According to […]

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BSNL to Expand 4G Network with Free 5G Access & Competitive Tariffs
5G/6G Telecom Industry

BSNL to Expand 4G Network with Free 5G Access & Competitive Tariffs

State-run BSNL plans to ramp up its 4G rollout with 1 lakh additional towers, following a successful first phase. Once the network stabilizes, the Cabinet will be approached for approval. Minister of State Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani emphasized that this move will enable cost-effective tariffs and potentially free 5G wireless access to attract customers.  Pemmasani highlighted […]

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BSNL Renames 5G Service as Quantum 5G
5G/6G Telecom Industry

BSNL Renames 5G Service as Quantum 5G

State-owned telecom operator Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has officially revealed the name of its upcoming 5G services—BSNL Q-5G, branded as Quantum 5G—via a post on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle. The name was chosen through a public naming campaign launched by the company, aimed at involving citizens in the lead-up to its 5G […]

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Govt to Hold High-Level Meeting on MTNL’s Future Amid Soaring Debt Crisis
Telecom Industry

Govt to Hold High-Level Meeting on MTNL’s Future Amid Soaring Debt Crisis

Cabinet Secretary T.V. Somanathan is set to convene a crucial meeting next week with key stakeholders to chart the future course for the financially stressed state-run telecom firm Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd (MTNL). The discussion will primarily focus on the company’s mounting loan defaults and a roadmap for financial recovery.  MTNL has defaulted on loan […]

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Airtel Ericsson Multi-Year Deal Done for NOC Services
Telecom Industry

Airtel Ericsson Multi-Year Deal Done for NOC Services

Bharti Airtel has entered into a multi-year agreement with Ericsson to manage its Network Operations Center (NOC) services. Announced on June 9, 2025, the strategic collaboration aims to strengthen Airtel’s network operations across the country while advancing next-generation technologies.  In a joint statement, Airtel emphasized that the partnership highlights Ericsson’s global leadership in managed services […]

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