TRAI to propose five-year satellite spectrum license: Report

India’s telecom regulator, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), intends to propose a five-year satellite broadband spectrum allocation to track early market trends. This move goes against Elon Musk’s Starlink, which wants a 20-year permit, a senior government source told Reuters. Continue reading “TRAI to propose five-year satellite spectrum license: Report”

Jio partners with SpaceX to bring Starlink to India

After Airtel, Jio Platforms has announced a collaborative agreement with SpaceX to explore the provision of Starlink’s broadband internet services to Indian customers. This agreement hinges on SpaceX securing the necessary regulatory approvals to operate Starlink within India. Continue reading “Jio partners with SpaceX to bring Starlink to India”

Airtel partners with SpaceX to bring Starlink to India

Airtel and SpaceX have announced a partnership aimed at bringing Starlink’s satellite internet services to customers in India. The agreement, disclosed today, marks the first such collaboration for Starlink within the Indian market. Continue reading “Airtel partners with SpaceX to bring Starlink to India”

Jio Data Pack offers JioHotstar subscription, 5GB data for 90 days

After the launch of Rs. 195 Cricket Data pack last month, Reliance Jio recently launched a new Data Only Pack for its pre-paid users ahead of the Tata IPL 2025 later this month that includes JioHotstar subscription. Continue reading “Jio Data Pack offers JioHotstar subscription, 5GB data for 90 days”

Jio Platforms, AMD, Cisco, and Nokia announce Open Telecom AI Platform

Jio Platforms Limited (JPL), along with AMD, Cisco, and Nokia, have joined hands to build an Open Telecom AI Platform, a solutions-oriented, multi-domain intelligence framework to enhance network security and efficiency. The solution is designed to support operators and service providers with real-world, AI-driven solutions.

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Airtel to deploy Ericsson 5G Core for 5G SA transition

Bharti Airtel and Ericsson have announced a new collaboration focused on the deployment of Ericsson’s 5G Core network solutions within Airtel’s infrastructure in India. This partnership aims to facilitate Airtel’s transition to a full-scale 5G Standalone (SA) network. Continue reading “Airtel to deploy Ericsson 5G Core for 5G SA transition”

Jio Cricket Data Pack offers JioHotstar Mobile subscription, 15GB data for 90 days

Reliance Jio recently launched a new Cricket Data Pack for its pre-paid users for the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025 that includes JioHotstar Mobile subscription. Continue reading “Jio Cricket Data Pack offers JioHotstar Mobile subscription, 15GB data for 90 days”

Airtel and Tata Play to merge DTH operations amidst industry consolidation: Report

Tata Group and Bharti Group are finalizing a merger of their direct-to-home (DTH) services, Tata Play and Airtel Digital TV, to counter financial losses as viewers turn to digital streaming. Continue reading “Airtel and Tata Play to merge DTH operations amidst industry consolidation: Report”

Airtel partners with Apple to offer Apple TV+, Apple Music to Home Wi-Fi and Postpaid customers

After the announcement last year, Airtel and Apple have announced a strategic partnership to integrate Apple TV+ and Apple Music into Airtel’s service offerings. This collaboration aims to expand the entertainment options available to Airtel customers. Continue reading “Airtel partners with Apple to offer Apple TV+, Apple Music to Home Wi-Fi and Postpaid customers”

Thomson 43QLED TV with JioTele OS launched

Super Plastronics Pvt Ltd (SPPL) has launched Thomson 43 QLED, the company’s first TV model running the newly released JioTele OS. This affordable 43″ QLED TV features HDR support, 40W sound output with Dolby Audio, slim bezels, 2GB RAM, and 8GB storage. Continue reading “Thomson 43QLED TV with JioTele OS launched”

JioTele OS for affordable Smart TVs launched

Reliance Jio is entering the smart TV operating system market with the launch of JioTele OS, after rumors. Designed specifically for smart televisions, the new platform aims to address what Jio identifies as limitations in the current connected TV landscape, particularly for Indian consumers. Continue reading “JioTele OS for affordable Smart TVs launched”

Airtel lands SEA-ME-WE 6 submarine cable in Chennai

Airtel has announced the landing of the SEA-ME-WE 6 (Southeast Asia-Middle East-West Europe-6, or SMW6) submarine cable in Chennai, following a previous landing in Mumbai on December 30, 2024. Continue reading “Airtel lands SEA-ME-WE 6 submarine cable in Chennai”

Airtel partners with Nokia, Qualcomm for 5G FWA expansion in India

Bharti Airtel has announced a partnership with Nokia and Qualcomm to enhance its 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) and Wi-Fi solutions, aiming to expand high-speed internet access across India. Continue reading “Airtel partners with Nokia, Qualcomm for 5G FWA expansion in India”