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TRAI issues clarification on voice-only plans, 90-day validity for inactive SIMs
Technology | Jan 22, 2025, 11:10 PM ISTTRAI has recently clarified news reports regarding the 90-day validity for inactive SIMs and upcoming voice-only recharge plans.
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TRAI data: BSNL suffers shock, loses 3 lakh subscribers in November, Jio's dominance returns
Technology | Jan 22, 2025, 07:06 PM ISTRecent TRAI data provides insight into the current state of the telecom sector in India. The impact of the tariff hike appears subdued, and Jio has again started gaining new subscribers.
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TRAI rules: Airtel attributes removal of data from its two plans to a website glitch
Technology | Jan 22, 2025, 06:01 PM ISTAirtel has issued an official statement regarding the introduction of two economical voice and SMS-only plans. These plans were in the news due to a technical glitch on Airtel's website.
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DoT brings Intra Circle Roaming facility for Jio, Airtel and BSNL users with 4G connectivity
Technology | Jan 22, 2025, 11:00 AM ISTThe ICR facility is a significant step forward in bridging the digital divide in India, ensuring reliable connectivity for millions of users. It showcases the collaborative effort of leading telecom providers to make connectivity more inclusive and accessible.
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Airtel shocks Starlink, all set to launch its satellite internet service in India
Technology | Jan 21, 2025, 09:36 PM ISTAirtel has completed the construction of its two base stations in Gujarat and Tamil Nadu and is now awaiting spectrum allocation. This development may come as a surprise to Starlink, which is eager to begin its services in India.
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TRAI rules: Jio, BSNL, Airtel, Vi users can keep their SIMs active for up to 90 days for just Rs 20
Technology | Jan 23, 2025, 04:21 PM ISTTRAI allows users to keep their SIM active for 90 days even without activity. If users have a balance of Rs 20, the validity will be extended for an additional 30 days.
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Airtel brings back affordable recharge, offering 2.5GB data for 365 days at around Rs 10 per day
Technology | Jan 19, 2025, 03:50 PM ISTTo benefit its customers, Airtel has introduced a plan that provides validty for an entire year. In addition to this, the company also provides data and free calling services.
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No signal: BSNL, Jio, Airtel users can now use any network to access 4G services
Technology | Jan 19, 2025, 12:32 PM ISTUnion Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has recently inaugurated inter-circle roaming, which enables Jio, Airtel, and BSNL users to connect to any network for seamless access to 4G services.
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New SIM Card: How to find best network with good signal strength, download speed before buying
Technology | Jan 19, 2025, 11:53 AM ISTTRAI has instructed telecom operators to publish network coverage maps on their websites. However, as these operators have yet to release the maps, here’s how you can choose the best network for your needs.
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Jio vs Airtel: Best recharge plans under Rs 500, with maximum benefits
Technology | Jan 16, 2025, 03:37 PM ISTJio and Airtel- two leading telecom service providers of India offers many recharge plans which looks almost similar, but are not. Here we are explaining you about some similar looking plans from both the companies and which one could be more cost affective for you under Rs 500.
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Airtel issues new alert, warns of potential heavy losses for millions of users
Technology | Jan 14, 2025, 06:16 PM ISTAirtel has warned its millions of users about cyber fraud. The country's second-largest telecom company has urged users to avoid fake calls and messages.
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TRAI gives a clear message to Airtel, BSNL, Jio, Vi: Introduce affordable voice, SMS plans
Technology | Jan 06, 2025, 06:35 PM ISTTRAI has instructed all telecom companies, including Airtel, BSNL, Jio, and Vodafone Idea, to offer affordable voice and recharge plans for mobile users.
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Airtel's Rs 219 plan offers 3GB data, unlimited calls and Rs 5 talktime, a unique offering
Technology | Jan 01, 2025, 10:12 PM ISTAirtel's Rs 219 recharge plan is unique in its offerings as it comes with Rs 5 talktime, and users are charged 50 paise per MB after exhausting their 3GB quota.
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BSNL's long-term plan undercuts rivals: 300-day validity for less than Rs 3 per day delights users
Technology | Jan 01, 2025, 05:26 PM ISTBSNL has recently launched a "Happy New Year" offer for its users, providing 120GB of free data. In addition to this promotion, BSNL also offers an economical plan that provides 300 days of validity at a daily cost of less than Rs 3.
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Airtel's 3 annual plans rival BSNL's affordability, offers 365-day validity for Rs 165 per month
Technology | Dec 29, 2024, 11:16 AM ISTAirtel offers three recharge plans that allow customers to avoid recharging for 365 days at once. Each of these plans includes free calling and data services.
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TRAI introduces SMS and Call-Only plans to benefit 150 million users
Technology | Dec 26, 2024, 06:39 PM ISTTRAI is addressing the needs of users who rely on basic mobile services or secondary SIMs, ensuring they pay only for the services they require. The rules also include provisions for longer validity periods on affordable plans and smaller recharge denominations, making telecom services accessible.
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Airtel down nationwide: Thousands affected across India
Technology | Dec 26, 2024, 03:00 PM ISTThe outage was tracked by Downdetector, where more than 3,000 users reported issues during the peak of the disruption. Around 47 per cent faced mobile internet problems, where 30 per cent 0eported a total service blackout.
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Voice-only recharge plans coming for Jio, Airtel, Vi, BSNL users as TRAI prepares new policy
Technology | Dec 24, 2024, 10:32 AM ISTCurrently, all telecom operators offer recharge plans bundled with data, which are not beneficial for feature phone users and those on 2G networks. TRAI is soon going to implement a policy for voice-only recharge plans.
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Jio challenges continue, loses lakhs of subscribers in October, while BSNL witnesses a surge
Technology | Dec 23, 2024, 05:45 PM ISTThe user base of Airtel and BSNL is steadily growing. According to a recent TRAI report, the number of Airtel and BSNL subscribers has increased, while Jio and Vi are experiencing a decrease of millions of users.
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Jio, BSNL, Airtel, Vi Users rejoice as TRAI action brings relief from spam calls
Technology | Dec 23, 2024, 02:19 PM ISTThe Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has slapped significant fines amounting to crores of rupees on major telecom operators, including Airtel, BSNL, Jio, and Vi. These penalties were imposed due to their inability to completely eliminate spam calls.