Ashwini Vaishnaw
BSNL BharatNet III Tender: Domestic Telcos Equipment Makers Express Concerns
Homegrown telecom equipment companies, represented by a local industry group, have expressed concerns regarding the bidding conditions for the BharatNet phase III initiative, arguing that the mandated 50% value addition of active and passive components locally could hinder India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India) goals. RK Bhatnagar, director general of Voice of Indian Communication Technology Enterprises […]
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Exploration of Telecom Sector Investments by Eight Major Investment Funds
Union Communications and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that at least eight large investment firms are looking to explore opportunities in the telecom sector amid rapid digital transformation and new opportunities. More and more investors are looking at the country as an emerging market for investments. “At least eight large investment firms have met me […]
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Chakshu Portal: A Platform for Citizens to Report Fraud Calls
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) unveiled two technology initiatives on Monday aimed at bolstering efforts to combat mobile-based scams. Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw introduced ‘Chakshu’, a platform empowering citizens to report suspected fraudulent communication originating from mobile numbers via calls, SMS, or social media platforms like WhatsApp. Additionally, Vaishnaw announced that the DoT’s Sanchar Sathi […]
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Unexpected Request from the Employees of BSNL for 4G Services
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has faced delays in launching 4G services as it awaits homegrown technology from Tata Consultancy Services (TCS). Despite BSNL officials’ assurances of imminent 4G deployment, the current status of the technology remains uncertain. This delay has led to BSNL losing customers to private telecom operators offering 4G services without additional […]
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Satellite Communications to Extend Network Coverage in Remote, Rural Areas: Ashwini Vaishnaw
During the India Satcom Symposium 2024, Minister for Communications, IT, and Railways, Ashwini Vaishnaw, highlighted the significance of satellite communications (satcom) in extending connectivity to remote and far-flung areas, particularly in the northeast region of India. Vaishnaw noted that terrestrial mobile networks currently cover over 95% of the country, with satellite communication playing a crucial […]
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BSNL Employee Union Claims TCS Yet to Conclude 4G Equipment Field Trials
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is collaborating with Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) to implement 4G services in India. Contrary to the statement made by India’s IT and Telecom Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw, in 2023, indicating that BSNL had initiated the rollout of the 4G network with 200 sites and planned to scale it up after a […]
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India Leads Global 5G Rollout, Says Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
In an exclusive interview with NDTV, Railways and Communications Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted that the telecom sector is a dynamic and rapidly growing sunrise industry. He emphasized that India has attained global recognition as the fastest country in deploying 5G technology.
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BSNL Poised for Transformation into a Robust and Capable Organization, Says Ashwini Vaishnaw
In the Lok Sabha on Wednesday, Communications Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw expressed confidence that the state-owned BSNL would transform into a new and capable organization with the unwavering support of the Modi government. Addressing concerns raised by some members regarding the acronym “BSNL” being humorously interpreted as “Bhai Sahab Nahi Lagega” (It won’t work, buddy), the […]
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Government Trying To Maintain Telecom Service As The Most Affordable Service
The Indian government is determined to maintain the country’s position as the most affordable telecommunications service provider worldwide, according to Union Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. Despite this commitment, telecom operators have faced challenges monetizing 5G services since their launch last year. Vaishnaw expressed this during an interview at India Mobile Congress 2023, emphasizing that India’s […]
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Bulk Sim Card Sale Banned. Agents needs Police Verification
Securitas has introduced Securitas Technology by merging its existing electronic security business with STANLEY. The newly launched global brand,
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