Kripa B

About the author: Kirpa B is passionate about the latest advancements in Artificial Intelligence technologies and has a keen interest in telecom. In her free time, she enjoys gardening or diving into insightful articles on AI.

June 16th, 2025 9:11 PM 0 COMMENTS

Microsoft Expands Sovereign Cloud Offerings in Europe, AI Assistant Steijn Meal Planning, and More

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to transform industries across Europe and beyond, Microsoft has unveiled innovations that promise to reshape everything from cloud sovereignty to environmental forecasting. Here's a closer look at four major developments from Microsoft and its collaborators. Also Read: Microsoft to Increase European Data Center Capacity by 40 Percent, Announces Five Digital Commitments 1. Microsoft Expands Sovereign Cloud Offerings to Strengthen Digital Sovereignty in Europe Microsoft has... Read More

June 16th, 2025 2:24 PM 0 COMMENTS

Nxtra by Airtel Expands Edge Data Centers, Showcases Green Energy Efforts to RE100 Core Members

Nxtra by Airtel, the data centre arm of Bharti Airtel, is expanding beyond key metros with a focus on regional empowerment, as demand from OTT platforms and CDN providers continues to surge. According to the CEO of Nxtra by Airtel, the company has recently expanded its edge presence in key cities to make digital infrastructure more accessible in regional areas, supporting India's digital growth. Also Read: Nxtra by Airtel Deploys... Read More

June 16th, 2025 11:25 AM 12 COMMENTS

Around 70,000 BSNL 4G Towers Out of 1 Lakh Are Now Active and Performing Better: Report

India's telecom sector is in the midst of a structural transformation, driven by the rollout of 5G technology, the advent of satellite communication, and increasing competition, according to Minister of State for Communications Pemmasani Chandrasekhar, who gave an overview of the sector in an interaction with The New Indian Express. Also Read: BSNL to Deploy Additional 1 Lakh 4G Towers; Public Invited to Suggest BSNL 5G Service Name BSNL's Turnaround and... Read More

June 16th, 2025 9:54 AM 0 COMMENTS

Vodafone Idea’s Financial Viability in Doubt as Govt Rules Out Further Equity Conversion: Report

The government is examining additional relief measures for Vodafone Idea (Vi) amid mounting concerns over the telecom operator's long-term financial sustainability. Officials indicate that even a proposed extension of adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues repayment from six years to 20 years may not be sufficient to keep the company afloat beyond FY29. Also Read: Banks Hesitant to Extend Fresh Loans to Vodafone Idea After AGR Verdict Government Rules Out Further... Read More

June 14th, 2025 9:25 PM 0 COMMENTS

BSNL Upgrades 67 Towers to 4G for Amarnath Yatra, Expands Network in Remote Kashmir: Report

State-owned telecom service provider Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has reportedly upgraded 67 mobile towers to 4G technology along the Baltal and Pahalgam routes leading to the holy Amarnath cave shrine. The enhancement aims to ensure uninterrupted mobile connectivity and high-speed internet for Amarnath pilgrims undertaking the Yatra and for remote areas of the Kashmir Valley. Also Read: BSNL to Deploy Additional 1 Lakh 4G Towers; Public Invited to Suggest... Read More

June 14th, 2025 4:30 PM 1 COMMENTS

India Plans Satellite Constellation to Monitor Space-Based Surveillance: Report

The Ministry of Defence is close to finalising a multi-year contract to deploy a constellation of satellites aimed at tracking potential space-based surveillance targeting India. The initiative marks a significant stride in India's efforts to integrate space technology into national security strategy, LiveMint reported, citing three officials familiar with the matter. Also Read: India Prepares for Satcom Era, Plans Rs 930 Crore Satellite Monitoring Facility Project Implementation The project, valued... Read More

June 13th, 2025 11:09 PM 4 COMMENTS

States Reluctant to Opt for BSNL, MTNL Despite DoT Push Amid Concerns Over Service Quality: Report

Despite a renewed push from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) urging states to utilise services of state-run telecom firms Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) and Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Limited (MTNL), state departments remain largely hesitant, citing concerns over network quality and lack of advanced service capabilities, according to a Hindu Business Line report. Also Read: DoT Urges States to Prefer BSNL, MTNL for Telecom Services, Citing Data Security DoT's Renewed... Read More

June 13th, 2025 9:21 AM 68 COMMENTS

BSNL to Deploy Additional 1 Lakh 4G Towers; Public Invited to Suggest BSNL 5G Service Name: Report

State-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is set to install an additional one lakh (100,000) 4G towers across the country following the successful deployment of its first one lakh towers this month, Minister of State for Communications Pemmasani Chandrasekhar told The New Indian Express. Also Read: DoT Urges States to Prefer BSNL, MTNL for Telecom Services, Citing Data Security Cabinet Approval to Be Sought The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) will... Read More

June 12th, 2025 6:12 PM 2 COMMENTS

DoT Eases Switching Between Prepaid and Postpaid with OTP-Based Process

In a move aimed at enhancing consumer convenience, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has simplified the process for switching between prepaid and postpaid mobile connections. The new directive, issued on June 10, 2025, reduces the mandatory cooling-off period for reconversion to facilitate seamless transitions between the two plan types using a One-Time Password (OTP). Also Read: Vodafone Idea Now Offers Prepaid to Postpaid Migration via OTP Cooling-Off Period One of... Read More

June 12th, 2025 2:27 PM 0 COMMENTS

Airtel Digital TV Drops Zee Channels from Base Packs Amid Price Hike Issue: Report

Bharti Airtel's direct-to-home (DTH) arm, Airtel Digital TV, has removed Zee Entertainment channels from its base channel packs following a recent price hike by the broadcaster. The move mirrors similar ongoing dispute between Sony Pictures Networks India and Tata Play, as DTH operators push back against rising content costs. Also Read: Govt Issues Rs 16,000 Crore Licence Fee Demand on DTH Operators: Report Viewers Must Opt for a la Carte... Read More

June 12th, 2025 2:13 PM 1 COMMENTS

Airtel Blocks 1.80 Lakh Malicious Links in South India Using AI-Powered Fraud Detection: Report

Indian telecom company Bharti Airtel has announced that it has blocked malicious links and safeguarded millions of users in South India—particularly in Karnataka, Telangana, and Tamil Nadu—within 25 days of deploying its advanced AI-powered fraud detection system, according to multiple media reports. The initiative is part of Airtel's nationwide rollout aimed at combating the growing threat of online fraud. The company said the system is automatically enabled for all Airtel... Read More

June 12th, 2025 12:53 AM 0 COMMENTS

India Developing Indigenous AI-Native Telecom Technologies

Artificial Intelligence (AI) will be a foundational technology shaping the future of telecommunications, enabling transformative services such as immersive digital experiences, autonomous operations, and integrated sensing, a senior official from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) said on Wednesday. AI at the Core of Future Telecom As part of ongoing efforts to explore the integration of AI-native technologies into telecommunications networks, the third meeting of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU-T) Focus... Read More

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