Government
Government Stake in Vi Confirmed
Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL) has issued 36.95 billion equity shares to the Government of India, represented by the Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM), following approval under Section 62(4) of the Companies Act, 2013. The allotment, cleared by the company’s Capital Raising Committee on April 8, 2025, is valued at ₹36,950 crore, with […]
Read More
Government Expands Telecom Connectivity Under Digital Bharat Nidhi
The Government of India is actively working to enhance internet-based telecom connectivity in rural and remote areas through various schemes under Digital Bharat Nidhi. One of the key initiatives is the 4G Saturation Project, which aims to ensure mobile coverage in every village across the country. Additionally, the BharatNet project is being implemented in phases […]
Read More
Government to Fast-Track BSNL Land Monetization Worth ₹4,000 Crore
The Government of India is set to aggressively pursue the monetization of Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited’s (BSNL) land assets, with an estimated outlay of ₹4,000 crore, according to Telecommunications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia. The monetization process will be executed in different phases, with land assets valued below ₹100 crore managed directly by BSNL’s Board and the […]
Read More
National Broadband Mission 2.0 to be Launched on 1st April 2025
The Indian government has undertaken several key measures to enhance broadband connectivity in rural areas and bridge the digital divide through the National Broadband Mission (NBM). These initiatives include streamlining infrastructure development, ensuring stable broadband access, and funding projects to expand high-speed internet services across the country, including Tamil Nadu. Gati Shakti Sanchar Portal and […]
Read More
C-DoT Launches ‘Samarth’ Incubation Program to Empower Startups in Telecom and IT
The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DoT), an autonomous telecom R&D center under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India, has launched the first cohort of its incubation program, “Samarth”. This initiative aims to foster innovation and drive technological advancements in India’s telecommunications and IT sectors. Designed to support startups and innovators, the program […]
Read More
5G Services Reach 773 Out of 776 Districts Across India: Government
5G services have been rolled out across all states and Union Territories in India and are now available in 773 out of 776 districts, including Lakshadweep, the government informed Parliament on Wednesday. As of February 28, telecom service providers (TSPs) have installed 4.69 lakh 5G Base Transceiver Stations (BTSs) nationwide, Minister of State for Communications […]
Read More
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 […]
Read More
Jio, Airtel Urge Govt to Ensure Fair Play in Starlink Satcom Licensing
As the Indian government nears a decision on granting satcom licenses and spectrum allocation to Elon Musk’s Starlink, Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel have urged policymakers to ensure “fair competition” in the satellite communications sector. The telecom giants have petitioned the government to enforce comparable spectrum pricing for Starlink to prevent market distortions. In their […]
Read More
India’s 4G Saturation Project to Cover 24,680 Unserved Villages
The government, under the Digital Bharat Nidhi initiative, is expanding telecom connectivity in rural and remote areas through the installation of 4G mobile towers as part of the 4G Saturation Project. This project aims to provide 4G mobile connectivity to 24,680 uncovered villages, ensuring nationwide 4G coverage. Supporting the “Atma Nirbhar Bharat” initiative, BSNL has […]
Read More
Vodafone Idea CEO Confident in Government Support Amid Financial Challenges
Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL), India’s third-largest telecom operator, is relying on government intervention to navigate its financial challenges as its statutory dues increase in the coming financial year. With the moratorium on payments ending in FY26, Vi’s payout towards adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues will rise significantly, straining its cash flow and potentially hindering its […]
Read More