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Jio, Airtel to Spend $2 Billion on 5G Gears
Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio are poised to collectively purchase an additional $2 billion worth of 5G network equipment to enhance their next-generation mobile broadband coverage, catering to a rapidly growing user base amidst rising shipments of 5G-compatible smartphones, according to sources familiar with the matter. Sunil Mittal-led Airtel has issued a fresh request for […]
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Wayanad Kerala Landslide- Airtel Offers Free Data and Calling
In response to the devastating landslides in Wayanad, Kerala, Bharti Airtel announced on Wednesday that it would provide free 1 GB of data per day and unlimited calling for prepaid customers whose plans have expired. The company also extended bill payment deadlines by 30 days for all postpaid customers. Bharti Airtel has converted its 52 […]
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Vodafone Stake Sold to Bharti Enterprises
Bharti Enterprises, the parent company of India’s leading mobile operator Bharti Airtel Ltd., announced that one of its group companies had acquired a 4.99 percent stake in the telecom firm from Vodafone. In February, Vodafone had obtained a controlling stake in rival Hutchison Essar. At that time, Bharti stated it had an agreement to purchase […]
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Airtel 4G Unlimited Data Plan Explained
Bharti Airtel, India’s second-largest telecom operator, offers several unlimited 4G data vouchers for its customers. These vouchers are designed to provide data without usage worries for short-term needs and are used in addition to existing prepaid plans. Recently, Airtel adjusted its tariffs, which affected the pricing and benefits of these data vouchers. Here’s a look […]
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Budget 2024: Cost of 4G and 5G Network Rollouts Set to Rise with Customs Duty Increase
The upcoming rollouts of 4G and 5G networks are expected to become more expensive, following Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s proposal to increase the basic customs duty (BCD) on printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) from 10% to 15% in the Budget 2024-25. PCBAs are a crucial component in various telecom equipment, including mobile base stations, and […]
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Airtel 5G Data Plans Starting at Rs 51
Airtel has recently increased the prices of its prepaid and postpaid plans, raising the cost of its entry-level plans by 70 paise. In addition, the telecom provider has introduced new booster packs priced at Rs 51, Rs 101, and Rs 151, allowing users to avail unlimited 5G data benefits. New 5G Data Packs Airtel’s new […]
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Vodafone Idea Losses Subscribers in May 2024- TRAI Data
Vodafone Idea (Vi) continues to lose customers despite significant fundraising efforts. The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India’s (TRAI) latest monthly performance report reveals that Vi lost 1.67 million active subscribers in May 2024. Additionally, Vi’s overall subscriber base decreased by 0.92 million users. The upcoming quarterly results will provide insights into the number of 4G […]
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Airtel Unlimited 5G Plan Updated with New Booster Plan
After revising its tariff plans, Bharti Airtel has introduced new data booster packs, allowing users on plans without Unlimited 5G benefits to upgrade and enjoy Unlimited 5G data. Initially, Airtel announced that only users on plans with 2GB of data per day or more would receive Unlimited 5G Data benefits. New Data Booster Packs For […]
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Jio Tops Wireline Subscriber Additions in May 2024: TRAI
Reliance Jio, India’s largest telecom operator, continued its lead in the wireline category by adding the most subscribers in May 2024, according to the latest TRAI (Telecom Regulatory Authority of India) performance indicator report. Jio’s dominant position in the wireline market is further solidified with this growth, making it increasingly challenging for competitors to catch […]
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DoT Issues Payment Notices to Telcos for 5G Spectrum Acquired in June Auctions
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) issued demand notices to telecom operators Airtel, Jio, and Vodafone Idea, instructing them to pay for the spectrum acquired in the recent auctions. The telecom operators have until July 26 to make their payments, either in 20 equal yearly installments or by settling the amount in one lump sum. They […]
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