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”
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Airtel: In talks with Tata Group for potential DTH merger
Bharti Airtel Limited (Airtel) and Tata Group are discussing a potential merger of their direct-to-home (DTH) businesses. Continue reading “Airtel: In talks with Tata Group for potential DTH merger”
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”
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”
Bharti Airtel’s Gopal Vittal appointed as acting chair of GSMA board
Bharti Airtel’s Vice-Chairman and Managing Director, Gopal Vittal, has been appointed Acting Chair of the GSMA board following the resignation of José Maria Álvares-Pallete, former Chairman and CEO of Telefónica.
Álvares-Pallete stepped down from his role at Telefónica, making him ineligible to continue as GSMA Chair, the association confirmed in an official statement on Monday. Continue reading “Bharti Airtel’s Gopal Vittal appointed as acting chair of GSMA board”
Airtel launches voice and SMS-only pre-paid plans
Airtel becomes the first operator to launch tariff plans specifically for voice and SMS services without data, as per TRAI’s directive. TRAI mandated separate Special Tariff Vouchers (STVs) specifically for voice and SMS services to benefit specific user groups, including senior citizens and those residing in rural areas, by providing them with more tailored options. Continue reading “Airtel launches voice and SMS-only pre-paid plans”
Airtel Wi-Fi plans from Rs. 699 now include ZEE5 OTT subscription
Bharti Airtel has partnered with ZEE5 to bring exclusive digital content to its Wi-Fi customers. Starting with plans priced at Rs. 699 or higher, customers will receive ZEE5 at no additional cost as part of their Airtel Wi-Fi package. Continue reading “Airtel Wi-Fi plans from Rs. 699 now include ZEE5 OTT subscription”
Airtel brings connectivity to remote Kashmir villages
Bharti Airtel has partnered with the Indian Army to extend mobile network coverage to remote villages in the Kupwara, Baramulla, and Bandipore districts along the Line of Control (LoC) in North Kashmir. Continue reading “Airtel brings connectivity to remote Kashmir villages”
Airtel’s AI-powered spam solution flagged over 8 billion spam calls in 2.5 months
Bharti Airtel has announced the release of a detailed report highlighting the performance of its AI-powered spam solution, marking a significant milestone in network security in India. Continue reading “Airtel’s AI-powered spam solution flagged over 8 billion spam calls in 2.5 months”
Ericsson and Airtel deepen partnership with multi-year, multi-billion 4G & 5G deal
Ericsson and Bharti Airtel have expanded their partnership with a new multi-year, multi-billion dollar agreement. This comes after the expansion of a similar 4G and 5G deal between Nokia and Airtel last month. Continue reading “Ericsson and Airtel deepen partnership with multi-year, multi-billion 4G & 5G deal”
Nokia and Airtel deepen partnership with multi-billion 5G deal
Nokia and Bharti Airtel (Airtel) have announced a major multi-year, multi-billion dollar deal to expand 4G and deploy 5G equipment across key locations in India. This agreement builds on a 20+ year partnership between the two companies. Continue reading “Nokia and Airtel deepen partnership with multi-billion 5G deal”
Airtel brings connectivity in Galwan and Daulat Beg Oldie
Airtel has partnered with the Indian Army in a groundbreaking initiative to bring its 4G network to some of the most remote and challenging terrains in the world. Continue reading “Airtel brings connectivity in Galwan and Daulat Beg Oldie”
Nxtra by Airtel uses AI to boost data center efficiency
Nxtra by Airtel, a leading Indian data center company, is pioneering the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in its data centers. This move aligns with their commitment to building sustainable and intelligent data center infrastructure for the future. Continue reading “Nxtra by Airtel uses AI to boost data center efficiency”