Category: Operators

Roundup of all the Telecom providers and Operators

Vi launches international roaming packs with truly unlimited data, voice and no speed throttling

After the launch of new International roaming packs earlier this year, Vi (Vodafone Idea) has launched new international roaming packs this holiday season offering Truly Unlimited Calls and Data with “No Speed Throttling” while travelling to top destinations globally. Continue reading “Vi launches international roaming packs with truly unlimited data, voice and no speed throttling”

Jio Phone 5G with Snapdragon 480+ surfaces in benchmarks

Reliance Jio is gearing up to launch the Jio Phone 5G, now the benchmarks of the phone with the model number LS1654QB5 has surfaced on Geekbench. The company already confirmed that it is working with Google to develop ultra-affordable 5G smartphones for India, and also announced a partnership with Qualcomm. Continue reading “Jio Phone 5G with Snapdragon 480+ surfaces in benchmarks”

Airtel ‘World Pass’ roaming pack launched for 184 countries

Airtel has launched ‘World Pass’ a single pack for international travel across 184 countries. The company said that this pack has been introduced after extensive customer research conducted by Airtel that showed that many customers find International Roaming packs in general confusing across the whole global Telco industry. Continue reading “Airtel ‘World Pass’ roaming pack launched for 184 countries”

Airtel and Meta partner to invest in global connectivity infrastructure for India

Airtel today announced a collaboration with Meta to jointly invest in global connectivity infrastructure and CPaaS based new-age digital solutions to support the emerging requirements of customers and enterprises in India. Airtel joined SEA-ME-WE-6 undersea cable consortium earlier this year. Continue reading “Airtel and Meta partner to invest in global connectivity infrastructure for India”

TRAI begins consultation for caller ID display on phones

In regard to mobile phone Caller Name Presentation (CNAP), TRAI has released a consultation document for public review. Recently, TRAI announced the use of AI and ML to curb spam calls and messages. Continue reading “TRAI begins consultation for caller ID display on phones”

OTT players need to pay to use telecom networks: COAI

Today, the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) has deemed that in exchange for using its services, over-the-top (OTT) platforms must help build out India’s digital telecom infrastructure. Continue reading “OTT players need to pay to use telecom networks: COAI”

TRAI to use AI, ML to curb spam calls, messages

Today, TRAI has announced the implementation of a blockchain-based ecosystem (Distributed Ledger Technology, or DLT) to combat Unsolicited Commercial Communication (UCC). UCC is a major source of inconvenience for the public and infringes on individuals’ privacy. This was first proposed by TRAI back in 2018. Continue reading “TRAI to use AI, ML to curb spam calls, messages”

Airtel 5G launched in Patna, including Patna Airport

Airtel has launched 5G services in Patna, Bihar. Airtel 5G is currently operational at Patna Sahib Gurudwara, Patna Railway Station, Dak Bunglow, Maurya Lok, Bailey Road, Boring Road, City Centre Mall, Patliputra Industrial Area and few other select locations. Continue reading “Airtel 5G launched in Patna, including Patna Airport”

Jio 5G services launched across all the districts of Gujarat

Reliance Jio just announced the launch of 5G services across Gujarat, offering 100% coverage in each of the 33 district headquarters in the state. The company said that the strategic announcement is a dedication to Gujarat and its people. Continue reading “Jio 5G services launched across all the districts of Gujarat”

Jio launches 5G services in Pune

Reliance Jio just announced the launch of 5G services in Pune. The company said that it is the first to offer 5G coverage in these areas. Jio said that it is Beta testing its True 5G network in the city only when a large part
of the city is covered by its StandAlone True 5G network. Continue reading “Jio launches 5G services in Pune”

Airtel launches 5G services at Nagpur Airport

Airtel today announced that it has launched its 5G Plus services at the Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, Nagpur, making it the second airport in the state to enjoy 5G services. This month, the company launched its 5G services at the Terminal 2 of Bengaluru Airport, Pune Lohegaon Airport and Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi. Continue reading “Airtel launches 5G services at Nagpur Airport”

India’s mobile subscribers decrease 3.66% in Sep 2022

According to the data released by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, the number of telephone subscribers in India decreased from 1,175.08 million at the end of August 2022 to 1,171.92 million at the end of September 2022, thereby showing a monthly decline rate of 0.27%. Continue reading “India’s mobile subscribers decrease 3.66% in Sep 2022”

Airtel launches 5G services in Guwahati

Airtel has launched 5G services in Guwahati, Assam, making it the first city to get 5G services in the North East of India. Airtel 5G is currently operational at G S Road, Guwahati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), Dispur College, Ganeshguri, Christian Basti, Sree Nagar, Zoo Road, Lachit Nagar, Ulubari, Bhangagarh, Beltola and few other select locations. Continue reading “Airtel launches 5G services in Guwahati”

Airtel launches 5G services at Varanasi Airport

Airtel today announced that it has launched its 5G Plus services at the Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi, making it the first airport in the state to enjoy 5G services. This month, the company launched its 5G services at the Terminal 2 of Bengaluru Airport and in Pune Lohegaon Airport. Continue reading “Airtel launches 5G services at Varanasi Airport”