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About the author: Tarun PK is the founder of TelecomTalk, delivering trusted telecom news since 2008 with focus on networks, broadband and innovation.

Tarun P K March 30th, 2026 2:54 PM 4 COMMENTS

Vodafone Idea to Expand 5G to 90 More Cities by May, Targets 133 Cities Nationwide

Vodafone Idea has announced plans to significantly expand its 5G footprint in India, with services set to go live in 90 additional cities by May 2026. The move marks a major step in the operator’s efforts to strengthen its presence in the country’s evolving 5G landscape with this rollout, Vi’s total 5G coverage will increase from 43 cities to 133 cities nationwide, reflecting a sharp scale-up in deployment over a... Read More

Tarun P K March 29th, 2026 5:29 PM 2 COMMENTS

BSNL Boosts Daily Data Without Price Hike, Users Now Get More Data

BSNL has increased daily data on one of its prepaid plans without revising price, giving users more value at no additional cost. Introduced as a limited-period offer, this move comes at a time when data consumption is rising rapidly across India. Higher daily data has become an important factor for users, especially with growing consumption across streaming, social media, and work-related usage. Higher Daily Data Benefit Introduced BSNL is now... Read More

Tarun P K March 29th, 2026 3:06 PM 0 COMMENTS

JioBusiness Looks Beyond Broadband with Its Managed Wi-Fi Push

JioBusiness is sharpening its enterprise connectivity pitch with Managed WiFi, positioning the offering as a secure and scalable wireless LAN solution for businesses across sectors the service is aimed at small, medium and large enterprises, with the company highlighting its ability to support modern business environments that increasingly depend on uninterrupted and centrally managed wireless connectivity. The offering reflects a broader push by JioBusiness to move beyond traditional broadband and... Read More

Tarun P K March 27th, 2026 2:10 PM 0 COMMENTS

Bharti Airtel Opens Pilot for Centimeter-Level GPS Accuracy in India

Bharti Airtel has opened a pilot program for its precise positioning solution, marking a significant step towards enabling centimeter-level location accuracy across India. The initiative is part of Airtel’s broader push into advanced IoT solutions and next-generation digital infrastructure. At the core of this offering is a cloud-based GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) correction service that enhances standard GPS accuracy from several meters down to just a few centimeters. This... Read More

Tarun P K March 24th, 2026 5:31 PM 0 COMMENTS

Airtel Tests Starlink to Connect 4G Phones Even Without Network Signal

Airtel Africa has announced the successful testing of data and messaging services in partnership with SpaceX using Starlink Mobile. The trial focused on enabling connectivity in areas where terrestrial mobile networks had no signal, marking a key step towards expanding coverage beyond traditional network infrastructure. 4G Smartphones Connect Directly to Satellites According to Airtel Africa, standard 4G smartphones were able to seamlessly connect to Starlink’s satellite constellation during the test... Read More

Tarun P K March 23rd, 2026 1:15 PM 8 COMMENTS

Airtel Adds 2,750+ New 5G Sites in Gujarat Users to See Faster Speeds and Better Coverage

Airtel has expanded its 5G network footprint in Gujarat over the past year, adding more than 2,750 new sites across the state. The rollout is aimed at improving both speed and coverage, as demand for mobile data continues to grow rapidly across urban and rural areas. The company said the expansion has been carried out over the last 12 months, with a clear focus on strengthening network capacity and delivering... Read More

Tarun P K March 22nd, 2026 9:50 PM 22 COMMENTS

Why Vi Is Adding More Value to Its Entry Plans Right Now

Vodafone Idea’s entry-level Unlimited 5G prepaid plan, priced at around Rs 349, now comes with more than what users typically expect at this level. From daily data and unlimited 5G in select locations to backup data, night usage benefits, and weekend rollover, the plan feels more complete than before. For a segment built around affordability, this marks a clear shift. It no longer feels basic instead, it shows how Vodafone... Read More

Tarun P K March 18th, 2026 6:39 PM 0 COMMENTS

Vantage Towers Strengthens Rural Network Resilience with PowerX AI Platform

Vantage Towers has partnered with PowerX Technology to deploy intelligent monitoring across 220 rural sites, bringing real-time visibility and a more data-driven approach to energy management. The sites, most of which operate off-grid, will now be equipped with PowerX’s AI platform to replace manual diesel oversight with continuous telemetry and monitoring. The initiative marks a step forward in improving operational resilience across Vantage Towers’ off-grid portfolio. By introducing real-time data... Read More

Tarun P K March 17th, 2026 3:16 PM 0 COMMENTS

Hardik Jagda: AI Is Already Changing How You Watch Live Sports – You Just Don’t See It

Live sports may feel more immersive, faster, and more engaging today, but much of that transformation is happening quietly in the background. Artificial intelligence has begun to reshape how sports are produced and consumed, not as a visible feature but as an invisible layer that improves everything from storytelling to fan engagement. In a recent episode of TelecomTalk Live, Hardik Jagda spoke about how AI is becoming central to modern... Read More

Tarun P K March 14th, 2026 3:38 AM 3 COMMENTS

Airtel Postpaid Plans 2026 Detailed: Full Price List, Data Benefits, Family SIM Options and OTT Offers

Bharti Airtel offers a range of postpaid plans in India under its Infinity Postpaid portfolio, designed for both individual users and families who want multiple mobile connections under a single monthly bill. Unlike prepaid plans that require frequent recharges, postpaid plans allow subscribers to continue using services and pay the bill at the end of the billing cycle. Airtel bundles unlimited voice calls, large monthly data allowances and a range... Read More

Tarun P K March 13th, 2026 6:03 PM 0 COMMENTS

Jio Business Broadband Max 801 Plan Brings 100 Mbps Speed and Work Tools for SMEs

Reliance Jio is offering a range of connectivity solutions for businesses through its JioBusiness portfolio. One of the options available for small offices is the Jio Business Broadband Max 801 plan, which offers 100 Mbps internet speed along with 1200GB monthly data and bundled workplace tools. The plan is positioned for small teams and emerging businesses that require reliable broadband connectivity along with basic digital tools for day-to-day operations. Jio... Read More

Tarun P K March 12th, 2026 4:22 PM 12 COMMENTS

Airtel Deploys 20,000 Employees Across India for Customer Day 2026 to Understand User Experience

Bharti Airtel has marked Customer Day 2026 with a company-wide initiative focused on listening closely to customers and improving the experience it delivers across services. As part of the exercise, nearly 20,000 Airtel employees stepped out of their offices and into the field to interact directly with customers and frontline teams. Employees from across the organisation, including leadership teams and functional specialists, participated in the initiative by working alongside field... Read More