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July 28th, 2025 5:42 PM 0 COMMENTS

TRAI Seeks Stronger Enforcement Powers to Demand Bank Guarantees, Recover Dues: Report

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is pushing for an amendment to the TRAI Act, 1997, to grant itself stronger financial enforcement powers. These include the authority to impose binding penalties, demand bank guarantees, and independently recover dues from telecom operators, according to a LiveMint report dated July 24, 2025, which cited three government officials. Also Read: TRAI Launches Pilot Project to Digitally Verify Consumer Consent for Commercial Communications TRAI Pushes... Read More

July 28th, 2025 1:54 PM 0 COMMENTS

Jio Platforms Deploys 10 Live 5G Network Slices Across India

Jio Platforms Limited (JPL), a subsidiary of Reliance Industries, has deployed 10 network slices on its indigenous 5G standalone (SA) core network to support a range of use cases. Aayush Bhatnagar, Senior Vice President at Jio Platforms, announced the development on professional networking site LinkedIn. "Network slicing is no longer just a concept — it's live, nationwide, and powering real-world applications. With Jio Platforms' robust 5G SA Core and Network... Read More

July 27th, 2025 5:39 PM 0 COMMENTS

Google Gemini Surpasses 450 Million Monthly Active Users; Expands AI Push in India

Google's Gemini application has surpassed the 450 million monthly active users mark, and daily usage has surged by more than 50 percent compared to the previous quarter, according to Shekar Khosla, Vice President – Marketing and Site Lead at Google India. In a LinkedIn post on Friday, Khosla noted the growing momentum behind the Gemini app. "The numbers say it all! @GeminiApp momentum is growing," he wrote, highlighting the rapid... Read More

July 26th, 2025 11:19 AM 3 COMMENTS

Satellite Internet Key for Rural India, Says DoT Official: Report

India's telecom and space sectors are witnessing growth driven by foreign direct investment (FDI), technological innovation, and policy reforms aimed at enhancing connectivity and manufacturing capabilities. This was underscored at the 2nd India Space Policy Conference held in the national capital, which brought together key stakeholders from government, industry, and academia. Also Read: SES Awaits Regulatory Nod to Launch Jio-Backed Satellite Broadband Services in India Surge in FDI and Technological... Read More

July 25th, 2025 6:56 PM 0 COMMENTS

JioPC Turns Your TV Into an AI-Ready Computer at Rs 599 Per Month

Reliance Jio previously announced that it would launch a cloud-based AI personal computer. In line with this announcement, the cloud PC service was recently introduced and can be used alongside the JioHome service, which is powered by Jio's AirFiber and Fiber. TelecomTalk reported on this service offering in May 2025. On its website, in the JioHome section, Jio says, "JioHome brings you unlimited Wi-Fi and non-stop entertainment — with 800+... Read More

July 24th, 2025 10:33 PM 0 COMMENTS

SES Awaits Regulatory Nod to Launch Jio-Backed Satellite Broadband Services in India: Report

Luxembourg-based satellite operator SES is awaiting final security approvals from the Indian government to commercially launch its satellite-based broadband services in partnership with Reliance Jio. The company's medium Earth orbit (MEO) communications satellite system, O3b mPOWER, will deliver enterprise-grade connectivity and support 5G backhaul infrastructure in remote and underserved areas across India. SES's newly inducted O3b mPOWER satellites will enable Jio's satellite broadband offering for enterprises in the country. Also... Read More

July 24th, 2025 6:57 PM 26 COMMENTS

Vodafone Idea Announces 5G Services in Sonipat, Expands Network Footprint in Haryana

Indian telecom operator Vodafone Idea (Vi) has announced the launch of its 5G services in Sonipat, effective Friday, July 25. Vi stated on Thursday that this expansion is part of its phased 5G rollout across 23 cities within its 17 priority telecom circles, where the company holds 5G spectrum. Also Read: Vodafone Idea to Launch 5G in 23 More Cities, Enhances 4G Network Coverage Vi 5G to Goe Live in... Read More

July 24th, 2025 12:26 PM 0 COMMENTS

HMD to Launch New Sub-Rs 10,000 5G Smartphone in India: Report

HMD has reaffirmed its commitment to the Indian market, calling it the company's largest in terms of financial contribution and manufacturing strength. The handset maker—known for its Nokia-branded feature phones and smartphones—is now focusing on expanding its HMD-branded portfolio and digital presence in the country. Also Read: Lava, HMD Partner Tejas Networks, FreeStream to Launch Direct-to-Mobile Devices in India Plans to Launch New Affordable 5G Smartphone "For us, India remains... Read More

July 23rd, 2025 8:56 AM 0 COMMENTS

Telcos Deploy AI, Partner Banks to Curb Spam Under TRAI-Led Consent Framework: Report

In a concerted effort to combat the growing menace of spam and fraudulent communication, Indian telecom operators — Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea (Vi) — are leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) tools to detect and block unsolicited calls and messages. The initiative is part of a broader regulatory push led by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) to enhance consumer trust and build a... Read More

July 17th, 2025 10:43 AM 0 COMMENTS

Bharti Airtel Offers Free Perplexity Pro AI Subscription to All Customers

Bharti Airtel has announced a partnership with Perplexity, an AI-powered search and answer engine, to offer a complimentary 12-month subscription to Perplexity Pro for all its 360 million customers across mobile, broadband, and DTH services. According to Airtel, Perplexity, known for its conversational and real-time search capabilities, enhances traditional web search by delivering well-researched, easy-to-understand responses. Also Read: Airtel and Google Partner to Offer Google One Subscription to Postpaid and... Read More

July 16th, 2025 12:03 PM 0 COMMENTS

BSNL Upgrades 75 Percent of Hyderabad Towers to 4G, Eyes Full Coverage Soon: Report

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has claimed that over 75 percent of its mobile towers across Hyderabad have been upgraded to 4G, with work underway to complete the remaining installations. The telecom operator is also planning the addition of 2,430 new sites to further strengthen its mobile network in the city, according to M. Chandra Sekhar, Principal General Manager, The Hindu report dated July 14, 2025, said. Also Read: BSNL Adopting Multi-Fold... Read More

July 15th, 2025 11:06 PM 0 COMMENTS

Meta to Invest Hundreds of Billions to Build AI Data Centers for Superintelligence

Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced on Monday that the company will invest hundreds of billions of dollars to build a series of massive artificial intelligence (AI) data centers, intensifying its pursuit of superintelligence. The move positions Meta at the forefront of a competitive race among tech giants to develop machines capable of outperforming humans in a wide range of tasks. Also Read: Meta Plans to Invest up to USD... Read More

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