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About the author: An IT professional who has got great passion for telecom. Has been closely watching Indian telecom space since 2009.

Tharun G July 2nd, 2016 3:53 PM 54 COMMENTS

Idea network outage in Kerala due to power failure impacts subscribers adversely

The telecom service provider Idea Cellular is currently undergoing a massive network outage in Kerala. The customer care of the service provider has acknowledged the network outage and service disruptions. “This morning, as a result of a power outage, some pockets in Kerala experienced connectivity problems on the Idea network. However, the problem was resolved and the network was restored. We, at Idea, constantly endeavor to ensure seamless connectivity for... Read More

Tharun G July 2nd, 2016 11:32 AM 13 COMMENTS

BSNL introduces three new broadband plans for Cuttack and Bhubaneshwar in Odisha

Bharat Sanchar Nigam (BSNL) has introduced new broadband plans BBG Combo ULD 499, BBG Combo ULD 799 and BBG Combo ULD 1189 exclusive for Cuttack and Bhubaneshwar SSAs of Odisha Telecom Circle. The new broadband plans will be available as promotional offer with effect from July 4th, 2016. The plans priced at Rs 499, Rs 799 and Rs 1199 offer speed of 2Mbps and comes with FUP limit of 250MB, 20GB and 40GB... Read More

Tharun G July 1st, 2016 9:48 AM 4 COMMENTS

BSNL introduces unlimited voice add-on for broadband combo plans.

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has announced introduction of unlimited add-on voice pack for broadband combo plan customers with fixed monthly charges above Rs 700 per month. However, the add-on packs are exclusive for selected SSAs of Rajasthan, Haryana and Madhya Pradesh circle. The add-on voice pack of Rs. 48 per month offer 24 hrs unlimited local calls to any network within circle. While add-on voice pack of Rs. 98 per month offer 24 hrs unlimited (local + STD)... Read More

Tharun G June 30th, 2016 11:46 AM 4 COMMENTS

Idea introduces 3G/4G double data offer for Postpaid customers

Idea Cellular has launched 3G/4G double data offer for postpaid customers. Exclusively customised for night surfers, this offering will help Idea users to save up to 50% of their cost. Earlier the operator had launched similar offer for prepaid subscribers. Rs 186 postpaid data pack comes with 400MB day usage and 400MB night usage valid till end of the bill cycle. While Rs 299 postpaid data pack offer 1GB day usage... Read More

Tharun G June 29th, 2016 11:09 AM 61 COMMENTS

BSNL reclaims its second position in Kerala Circle, Vodafone pushed to third spot

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has reclaimed its position as the second largest mobile operator in Kerala circle dethroning Vodafone India. Almost a year ago, Vodafone had pushed BSNL to third spot in the circle after the state run operator lost 5 lahks subscribers. As per the latest TRAI report, BSNL is now at second position in the circle with over 76.85 lakhs subscribers compared to Vodafone's subscriber base of 75 lakhs.... Read More

Tharun G June 27th, 2016 12:00 PM 18 COMMENTS

BSNL introduces three new broadband plans for Gurgaon, Haryana

Bharat Sanchar Nigam (BSNL) has introduced new broadband plans BBG Combo ULD 499, BBG Combo ULD 599 and BBG Combo ULD 749 exclusive for Gurgaon SSA of Haryana Circle. The new broadband plans will be available for period of 90 days as promotional offer with effect from July 1st, 2016. The plans priced at Rs 499, Rs 599 and Rs 749 offer speeds of 2Mbps and 4Mbps before hitting FUP limit of... Read More

Tharun G June 24th, 2016 10:11 AM 11 COMMENTS

Airtel 4G VS idea 4G in Andhra Pradesh: Let’s Test The “widest small change!”

After Delhi and Mumbai we have got another 4G speed test report from Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh. After launching on metro cities telecom operators have have moved to Tier-II Cities for launching 4G service. Idea is said to have the best 4G coverage in Andhra Pradesh, while Airtel 4G service is limited to few cities. Let's, see which one performs better in Andhra Pradesh. The tests were conducted by our reader Sri Rajasimha Reddy on his OnePlus Two smartphone.... Read More

Tharun G June 23rd, 2016 9:05 AM 2 COMMENTS

TATA Docomo Premium WiFi Service plans, offers 1GB at Rs 100

Tata Docomo Wi-Fi network offers connectivity at 500+ Wi-Fi hotspots in India across major hotels, airports, educational institutes and cafes. Tata Docomo has partnered with major brands like Starbucks, Domino’s, KFC, Airport Authority of India, GMR, GVK, Taj Hotels, Le Meridian, Jaguar- Land Rover to offer WiFi hotspot service. The plans start at as low as Rs 20 and offer 200MB of internet for one day. 500MB plan comes at a cost... Read More

Tharun G June 20th, 2016 6:08 PM 37 COMMENTS

BSNL revises voice STVs, cuts down free usage minutes

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has announced the revision of existing voice STVs 135, 159 and 201. Apart from the revision, BSNL has also introduced new voice STVs 56, 359 and 449. The new tariff will come into effect from June 20, 2016 on PAN India basis. Voice STV 135 has been revised to offered 275 min local/STD to any network instead of 300 min with 28 days validity. While... Read More

Tharun G June 18th, 2016 10:41 AM 43 COMMENTS

Vodafone launches one hour 2G Unlimited data for Rs 7

Vodafone India, second largest operator in the country has launched new 2G unlimited data pack for Rs 7. The 2G data pack offer unlimited access for 1 hour at a cost of Rs 7. The move follows Airtel launch of ‘Cyber Cafe’ data packs, offering Unlimited data for 1 hour at Rs 5. Vodafone and Airtel continues their tradition of copying each other's plans. Like with other plans, Idea may also... Read More

Tharun G June 15th, 2016 5:35 PM 21 COMMENTS

Airtel 4G Vs Vodafone 4G in Delhi: Hunt for the fastest 4G network

After finding out the fastest 4G operator in Mumbai, we now move on to second metro city Delhi. Like Mumbai, Delhi has also got two active 4G networks from Airtel and Vodafone. Vodafone launched 4G service only few months back and became the second operator to offer 4G service in Delhi. Today we find who is the fastest of two. The tests were conducted by our reader Manu Arora on his OnePlus Two smartphone at Pitampura,... Read More

Tharun G June 15th, 2016 10:31 AM 18 COMMENTS

Idea starts offering 1GB 4G/3G for Rs 149 as USSD special offer in Kerala

Idea Cellular, the country’s third largest telecom carrier by subscribers, has started offering 1GB 4G/3G data for as low as Rs 149 through USSD special offer in Kerala. Compared to standard data pack cost of Rs 249 for 1GB 4G/3G, Idea is offering Rs 100 discount through the special offer. Idea customers can check their USSD special offer by dialing *122#. According to a release by the company, Idea 4G network... Read More