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Tejas Networks shares zoom 13% after TCS’s Rs 1,537-crore LOI for BSNL 4G rollout

Tejas Networks shares rose sharply on Friday after the company received a Rs 1,537-crore Letter of Intent from TCS to supply RAN equipment for BSNL’s indigenous 4G rollout. The proposed project covers 18,685 sites, adding to Tejas Networks’ role in the telecom operator’s nationwide 4G network deployment.

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Retiring early? Know how much tax exemption can employees claim for VRS

You can claim full tax exemption on VRS if the scheme was launched under special framework; Know how it works for employees claiming VRS.

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Tejas Networks bags Rs 1,537 crore BSNL 4G order from TCS

Tejas Networks secured a Rs 1,537 crore letter of intent from Tata Consultancy Services. This order is for supplying equipment for Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd's 4G mobile network. TCS had previously won a Rs 2,903 crore add-on purchase order from BSNL. This new order supports BSNL's indigenous 4G network rollout…

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Working from a moving train for 6 hours? Woman shares her unusual internet backup plan

A woman who works remotely has shared the elaborate connectivity setup she used during a six-hour train journey to Mysore while continuing her job. She carried Airtel, Jio and BSNL SIM cards, used a separate phone for internet access and connected it to her laptop. She also discovered that passengers…

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BSNL steps up rural 4G push, expands connectivity across remote areas in Odisha, Andhra Pradesh

The Indian telecom giant BSNL is on a mission to enhance connectivity in rural areas. Recently, Odisha unveiled 1,741 new 4G towers, connecting 2,487 villages, with more than 865 villages expected to be live on 4G by March 2027. Meanwhile, Andhra Pradesh has made strides with 1,350 towers, reaching nearly…

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BSNL Independence Day Offer: Get 412 Days Validity Instead of 365

If you are also tired of the same recharge again and again, BSNL’s latest offer might catch your attention. As part of the company's Independence Day campaign, BSNL has extended the validity of the ₹2,399 prepaid plan. The plan normally lasts for one year, but customers can now use it…

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Umling La: The World's Highest Motorable Road and What Altitude Does to Your Body

What Umling La Actually IsThe Border Roads Organisation opened Umling La to civilian vehicles in 2021, connecting the remote Demchok sector of Ladakh at 19,024 feet above sea level. That puts it above Everest Base Camp at 17,600 feet and above the Siachen base at roughly 12,000 feet. The air…

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BSNL ordered to pay Rs 15,000 compensation for misleading recharge offer: Man says Rs 449 plan promised 84,000 seconds but call balance was deducted by minutes

BSNL has been ordered to pay Rs 15,000 in compensation after a Kerala consumer commission found it misled a customer with a recharge leaflet promising 84,000 seconds of free calls while actually deducting balance by the minute. The Thrissur commission ruled the conduct amounted to both deficiency in service and…

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Telecom subscriber base rises to 134.8 crore in June; Airtel leads growth: TRAI data

India's telecom subscriber base reached 134.8 crore in June, showing marginal growth. Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio led subscriber additions, contributing significantly to the increase. Wireless connections rose to 130 crore, with consumer SIMs forming the largest segment. Wireline connections saw a monthly decline, mainly due to BSNL's losses. Broadband…

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Government bars communication infra providers from sharing data outside India

New government rules mandate all telecom data must remain stored within India. Communication infrastructure providers cannot share any data outside the country. This new framework aims to enhance national digital infrastructure security. It also introduces a new category for cloud-hosted telecommunication network providers. The government can inspect sites and audit…

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ITI bags BSNL's 4G network expansion order worth Rs 856 crore

State-owned ITI Limited secured a significant Rs 856.39 crore work order from BSNL. This order is for expanding the 4G mobile network across western India. The project involves installing and commissioning the network at 7,613 new sites. This expansion follows ITI's successful completion of a prior Rs 2,640 crore project.…

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Satellite phone facility for deep-sea fishermen? Maharashtra govt holds discussions with BSNL

Maharashtra government is exploring satellite phone connectivity for deep-sea fishermen. This initiative aims to provide uninterrupted communication with the shore, enhancing safety. The Fisheries Department is discussing this proposed facility with BSNL. Satellite phones will enable fishermen to seek immediate assistance during emergencies at sea. This modern technology will strengthen…

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Why is BSNL selling a phone that costs more than Apple's iPhone 17 Pro and charges Rs 18 per minute for calls?

BSNL has launched a satellite phone in India for Rs 1,34,166. This device offers direct satellite connectivity for voice and SMS services. It is designed for professionals in remote and emergency situations. The high cost reflects specialized technology and smaller production volumes. Users must obtain government approval and subscribe to…

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BSNL announces satellite phone for Rs 1.34 lakh

State-run BSNL has launched a satellite phone priced at Rs 1.34 lakh. This initiative aims to extend communication services to remote defense and disaster response users. The satellite phone offers voice and SMS in areas without mobile network coverage. BSNL has been providing satellite phone services to the public since…

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BSNL customer wins compensation: Man gets Rs 15,000 over landline that remained dead for years after telecom firm 'produced no evidence'

The Madhya Pradesh State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has dismissed BSNL's appeal against a lower court order directing it to restore a customer's landline and pay Rs 15,000 in compensation. The commission found that BSNL failed to produce any evidence supporting its claim that the connection could not be repaired…

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Senior citizen mistakenly paid tax on tax-free VRS compensation; wins complete relief from ITAT Chennai on this ground

A senior citizen wrongly paid tax on Rs 24 lakh retrenchment compensation received under a BSNL Voluntary Retirement Scheme. Despite a significant delay, the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) in Chennai granted him full tax exemption, recognizing the compensation as tax-free under Section 10(10B). This ruling offers relief and highlights…

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Starlink, OneWeb among satcom firms facing tighter security checks under new draft rules

New draft rules from the Department of Telecom mandate security clearance for satellite communication companies even after spectrum assignment. Companies will receive radiowaves administratively, with fees ranging from Rs 30,000 to Rs 50 lakh per terminal. Crucially, public rollout of satellite phone and broadband services will require central government permission,…

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BSNL, IIT Kanpur sign MoU for next-generation telecom technologies

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) and the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for joint research, development, testing, deployment and commercialisation of next-generation telecom technologies, BSNL Chairman and Managing Director A. Robert Jerard Ravi said on Wednesday.

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BSNL ordered to pay over Rs 55 lakh compensation to co-operative bank after duplicate SIM used to access OTPs in Rs 87 lakh fraud

Karnataka high court has ordered BSNL to pay more than Rs 55 lakh in compensation and damages to a co-operative bank that lost over Rs 87 lakh in a SIM swap fraud. The court held that the unauthorised issuance of a duplicate SIM card enabled fraudsters to receive OTPs and…

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Telecom subscriber base grows to 133.7 cr in April, Airtel stays on top: Trai data

Bharti Airtel secured the top spot in subscriber growth for April. The company added 34.82 lakh new customers, surpassing rival Reliance Jio in net additions for both wireless and wireline segments. India's total telecom subscriber base reached an all-time high of 133.75 crore. This growth highlights the dynamic nature of…

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BSNL revenue rises 19% to Rs 25,000 crore in two years; tariff cheaper than pvt telcos: MoS Telecom

State-owned BSNL has seen a significant revenue jump of 19 percent, reaching Rs 25,000 crore in two years. This financial turnaround is attributed to improved infrastructure and operational efficiency. The company's EBITDA has also seen a dramatic increase.

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‘Improper and Shocking’: Scindia Slams Lavish Arrangements for BSNL Director

The Union government on Wednesday responded strongly to the controversy surrounding senior Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) official Vivek Banzal after details of his elaborate two-day itinerary to Prayagraj sparked widespread outrage online.

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BSNL 3 days free service to Wayanad; Free mobile connection to affected people

The sole mobile tower in Chooralmala belongs to BSNL. Chooralmala and Meppadi mobile towers have been converted to 4G on a war foot basis. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Election a ritual in remote Tripura village with no motorable road, electricity, mobile connectivity

Vidya Kumar Roaja Para, a village that falls under East Tripura Lok Sabha constituency, goes to the 2024 Lok Sabha elections without motorable road, without electricity and and with no access to mobile connectivity

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JNTU-GV Vice-Chancellor inaugurates BSNL incubation centre at SITAM in Vizianagaram

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