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March 22nd, 2016 10:43 AM 37 COMMENTS

Tata Docomo launched ‘XL Internet Pack’ to enhance data services

Tata Docomo, the telecom venture of Tata Sons, has launched Internet XL packs for its customers across all circles. Mocking other operators’ data packs, they have named it 'XL or Xtra Large'. In this 'XL Pack', GSM customers of Tata Docomo would get 2GB of 3G/2G data at only Rs. 255/- for 28 Days. On promoting the pack, the company tweeted, "The same tariff, but a lot more data. Get 2GB... Read More

March 18th, 2016 4:15 PM 38 COMMENTS

Andhra govt offers low-cost broadband internet, 15Mbps at Rs 149 per month

The Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh N Chandrababu Naidu and Cisco Executive Chairman John T Chambers jointly launched AP FiberNet in Visakhapatnam as a part of the NOFN project. Under the project, the Government of Andhra Pradesh will offer low-cost broadband Internet to households and workplaces. A broadband connection with 15 Mbps speed will be provided at Rs 149 per month and 100 Mbps office connection at Rs 999 per... Read More

March 14th, 2016 6:08 PM 24 COMMENTS

Vodafone Pug returns through SuperNet campaign

If there was ever a lovable mascot in the campaigns of telecom companies, it was ‘Cheeka’, Vodafone’s pug. Understanding the impact the mascot has on the brand, the company brings back ‘Cheeka’ in its latest SuperNetTM 4G data services. “Network plays a crucial role in enhancing customer experience. In our continuing endeavor to provide superior voice and data services, we have made significant investments to expand, upgrade and modernize our... Read More

March 14th, 2016 2:47 AM 19 COMMENTS

Reliance Mobile updates its self-care app ‘InstaCare’, now customers can activate VAS and more features

After neglecting its self-care app for long enough, Reliance communications has now updated its 'InstaCare' app on Android platform. The recent update has come when the company is continuously losing out subscribers and going through major restructuring after MTS deal. There were many instances where customers were seen complaining on its app page about low quality 'InstaCare' app which they launched long time back - just following Airtel's launch of My... Read More

March 11th, 2016 3:48 AM 12 COMMENTS

Tata Docomo starts offering Special STV ’10 ka 10′ in Kolkata circle

After facing declining subscriber and revenue growth in Kolkata circle, TATA DoCoMo has now launched a special STV - '10 ka 10' to push usage of both data and voice services in the region. The new STV offers full talktime, free data of 10MB, and 10 local on-net SMSes and calling minutes. However, the new STV comes as a paper voucher and the benefits are valid for same day until... Read More

March 9th, 2016 9:50 AM 20 COMMENTS

‘Magic Data voucher’ : Aircel’s response to rival’s data packs

Aircel, India's fifth largest cellular operator, has now launched 'Magic Data Voucher' for their prepaid customers across their 3G circles. The company's new 'Magic Data Voucher' will offer up to 15 GB of 3G data for 28 days at only Rs 248 - the minimum assured data amount being 1.5 GB. The concept of 'Magic Data Voucher' isn't unique as the rivals Idea, Airtel and Vodafone are already offering such... Read More

March 8th, 2016 3:29 AM 12 COMMENTS

COAI releases GSM subscription data for the month of January, Airtel added maximum new subscribers

Latest subscription data from GSM operators lobby, COAI, revealed that Bharti Airtel has added maximum subscribers in the month of January, 2016. A major portion of the new subscribers Bharti Airtel has added is for their 4G services. The seven major GSM operators combines now have 761.44 million customers, up by 5.82 million (0.77%) compared to the month of December. Bharti Airtel, the largest cellular operator has added 2.50 million new... Read More

March 7th, 2016 7:25 PM 14 COMMENTS

Vodafone customers in Odisha can now enjoy 3G in additional 20 cities, and 2GB data at Rs 196

In a move to expand 3G presence in Odisha, country's second largest operator, Vodafone has announced its network expansion in additional 20 cities in that region, making their 3G presence in total 33 cities. Odisha, as compared with other circles, has lesser 3G presence. Also, Reliance and Aircel's (the key players having 3G spectrum except BSNL) 3G network wasn't wider and lack of 3G spectrum was a hindrance for offering... Read More

March 6th, 2016 9:08 PM 41 COMMENTS

Aircel launches ‘Big Friday Sale’ : Offers data, voice minutes at cheaper rates

Maxis owned Indian telecom operator, Aircel has now come up with an exclusive weekly offering called 'Big Friday Sale' for their prepaid customers offering data and other benefits at relatively lower prices. Aircel has always made its users happy by offering value for money products. It has also launched products like Pocket Internet, Pocket Buddies, and One tariff for some southern states. But in last few months, Aircel has lost... Read More

March 2nd, 2016 3:43 PM 6 COMMENTS

MTNL to shut down CDMA operation in Mumbai

Following BSNL's move to close down CDMA operations in various regions, MTNL has also decided to shut down CDMA operations in Mumbai circle. Taking a cue from lower customers on CDMA network and lesser revenue generation, many of the state-run telcos are shutting down these CDMA-based services. Most of such operators end surrendering CDMA spectrum to the government, in order to generate some amount to overhaul their debt-ridden accounts. In... Read More

March 2nd, 2016 12:33 PM 19 COMMENTS

Airtel announces night plan with ‘voice cash-back’ offer

India's largest telecom operator, Bharti Airtel has started offering cash backs on used voice calls, similar to their 'Data Cash Back' offer. It means that users will now get half of used voice-calling balance credited back to their main account. The new offer comes as an outcome of Airtel's 'Data Cash Back' strategy, which worked well in the market. The offer fetched maximum new users for the company in the... Read More

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