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Airtel-Blinkit SIM Home Delivery Service Paused Due to Self-KYC Compliance Issues
The recently launched Airtel-Blinkit express home delivery service of SIM cards has been put on hold on security grounds after the government objected to the idea of customers undertaking self-KYC (know-your customer) authentication, post-delivery of such mobile connections. “The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has asked Bharti Airtel to ensure that the Aadhaar-based know-your customer (KYC) […]
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Airtel International Roaming Pack of Rs 798, Details Here
Bharti Airtel has introduced a new international roaming (IR) pack priced at ₹798 for prepaid users, offering connectivity across 189 countries. This follows the company’s recent launch of India’s first unlimited IR plan, further expanding its global mobility offerings. What the ₹798 IR Pack Offers The newly launched ₹798 prepaid international roaming pack is valid […]
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Tariff Hike News- TRAI and Telecom Operators Clashes Over Tariff Plan Mandates
The ongoing dispute between the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) and leading telecom operators—Bharti Airtel, Vodafone Idea (Vi), and Reliance Jio—centers on how mobile plans are structured and the resulting impact on consumers and industry revenues. TRAI’s Perspective TRAI is increasingly concerned about the growing complexity of bundled plans, which combine voice, SMS, data, […]
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Government’s Decision on Dues-to-Equity Conversion Sparks Industry Concerns
The government’s move to allow telecom licensees to convert statutory dues—including spectrum and adjusted gross revenue (AGR) liabilities—into equity has sparked calls for safeguards to prevent potential misuse, according to a recent report. Industry Reactions to the Centre’s Policy Shift Following the Centre’s decision to convert Vodafone Idea’s ₹36,950 crore spectrum dues into government equity, […]
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Airtel to Launch 2nd-Gen 4K Xstream IPTV Set-Top Box with Enhanced Performance
Airtel recently entered the Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) space, allowing users to enjoy live TV channels and OTT content seamlessly through their broadband connection. Alongside this launch, Airtel introduced its first 4K Xstream IPTV set-top box powered by the Amlogic S905Y5 SoC. Now, the company is preparing to roll out a new and improved 4K […]
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Airtel International Roaming Pack with Unlimited Data
Bharti Airtel has expanded its international roaming (IR) offerings with the launch of India’s first unlimited international roaming plan that works seamlessly both overseas and within India. The telecom giant aims to simplify global connectivity with a single, affordable pack designed for convenience across 189 countries, according to a statement released on Friday, April 25. […]
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After Vodafone Idea Government Equity Conversion, Airtel Demands the Same
Bharti Airtel has reportedly approached the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to convert a portion of its statutory dues into equity, leveraging provisions from the government’s 2021 telecom reforms package. The move aims to ensure a level playing field in the sector following the government’s decision to convert Vodafone Idea’s dues into equity, which increased its […]
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Airtel AI Powered Spam Detection Tool Upgraded with New Features
After flagging over 27.5 billion spam calls through its AI-driven detection system, Airtel has rolled out two major upgrades aimed at strengthening its spam protection capabilities. Customers will now receive spam alerts for both calls and SMS messages in their preferred Indian languages, with support for 10 regional languages initially and more to be added […]
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TRAI Mobile Subscriber Data January 2025- Jio and Airtel Gain Mobile Users, Vi and BSNL Continue to Lose Subscribers
Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel added mobile subscribers in January 2025, while Vodafone Idea (Vi) and Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd. (BSNL) reported continued user losses, according to data released by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI). Subscriber Additions Bharti Airtel led the month with a net addition of 16.5 lakh users, followed by Reliance […]
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Airtel & Jio Leads in Telecom Network Quality Test Drive
On April 17, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) published findings from Independent Drive Tests (IDTs) conducted in February 2025 across six Licensed Service Areas (LSAs)—Andhra Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Kerala, UP-West, Gujarat, and Odisha. The tests, carried out by RedMango Analytics Private Limited on behalf of TRAI, covered major cities including Alappuzha, Dehradun, Shimla, […]
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