Broadband
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BSNL delights users: 5,000GB data plan with OTT subscriptions gets price cut
Technology | Jan 14, 2026, 11:36 PM ISTBSNL's SuperStar Premium WiFi plan is now available for just Rs 799 per month. It offers 200 Mbps speed, 5000GB data, and free OTT apps like Hotstar and SonyLIV.
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India’s broadband subscriber base hits historic 100 crore mark, Jio leads with 50% share
Technology | Jan 01, 2026, 12:25 PM ISTAccording to the latest TRAI report, India's subscriber base saw a massive leap in November, officially crossing the 100-crore (1 billion) milestone from 99.98 crore in October.
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Excitel Super Deal offers one month of free internet at superfast 200Mbps speed
Technology | Oct 25, 2025, 04:41 PM ISTExcitel has introduced an attractive offer for home broadband users: customers receive one month of complimentary internet service at speeds of up to 200Mbps.
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Jio’s most affordable OTT broadband plan under Rs 600: Full list of free apps inside
Technology | Jul 17, 2025, 12:59 PM ISTReliance Jio’s Rs 599 broadband plan offers a perfect mix of affordability and entertainment. With 30 Mbps speed and 3.3TB data, it also includes free subscriptions to 12+ OTT platforms like JioCinema, SonyLIV, ZEE5, and more.
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Govt to expand subsidised broadband to 1.5 crore rural households
Technology | Jul 01, 2025, 09:22 PM ISTBharatNet stands out as the world's largest rural broadband initiative, having effectively linked more than 218,000 gram panchayats with high-speed optical fiber connectivity.
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TRAI fixes tariffs for Wi-Fi hotspots up to 200 mbps: What this means for you
Technology | Jun 17, 2025, 06:41 AM ISTThe revised pricing framework aims to strike a fair balance among all stakeholders while ensuring that service providers receive adequate compensation for broadband connections.
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Jio eyes Wi-Fi services using 26 GHz 5G spectrum; seeks DoT nod
Technology | May 26, 2025, 12:36 PM ISTCurrently, the telecom industry uses the 5GHz spectrum for Wi-Fi services. The 26 GHz band has not been widely adopted yet due to challenges such as the lack of compatible devices.
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400Mbps, access to 22 OTT apps, over 300 TV channels: Here's an affordable broadband plan for you
Technology | May 10, 2025, 11:27 PM ISTIf you use OTT streaming services and subscribe to various apps, we have great news for you! You can now enjoy high-speed connectivity of up to 400 Mbps at an affordable price.
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Government working on plan to provide high-speed broadband in every village
Technology | May 06, 2025, 06:43 PM ISTUnion Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced that the government is implementing a Rs 33,744 crore investment plan to connect every village in the country with high-speed broadband.
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Excitel affordable plans offer 400Mbps speeds, access to more than 22 OTT apps
Technology | Mar 27, 2025, 10:18 PM ISTExcitel has introduced some exciting new plans for its users. The company is offering impressive internet speeds of 400 Mbps at an affordable price.
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Airtel launches IPTV service in 2000 cities, offering free access to OTT apps, over 350 TV channels
Technology | Mar 26, 2025, 05:07 PM ISTAirtel has launched its IPTV service simultaneously in 2000 cities across India. Users will receive subscriptions to 29 OTT apps along with 350 live TV channels.
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BSNL's affordable plan offers access to numerous OTT platforms, high-speed data
Technology | Mar 13, 2025, 05:45 PM ISTThis plan offers speeds of up to 300 Mbps for both uploads and downloads. It provides access to numerous OTT platforms, including JioCinema, SonyLIV, ZEE5, and more.
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BSNL expands IFTV service to Rajasthan: Over 500 live TV channels now available for free
Technology | Jan 22, 2025, 01:39 PM ISTWith Rajasthan now on the IFTV map and plans to expand BiTV across India, BSNL is positioning itself as a leading innovator in telecom-based entertainment services.
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Enjoy free YouTube Premium access for 2 years with JioFiber and AirFiber: Details here
Technology | Jan 22, 2025, 12:58 PM ISTJioFiber and AirFiber have several postpaid plans that offer free YouTube Premium subscription for two years, for entertainment lovers. Here are the details about the plans which could be opted if you are a Jio broadband user.
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Broadband to get cheaper in rural India as TRAI releases new recommendation
Technology | Jan 16, 2025, 04:45 PM ISTTRAI has recently recommended capping broadband connectivity rates for public data offices to promote the PM WANI scheme. This will lead to cheaper broadband for rural and underserved areas in India.
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A Tata group company takes on Airtel and Jio, offers free OTT with affordable 100Mbps plan
Technology | Dec 14, 2024, 12:40 PM ISTTata Play offers various plans for its users. With all its 100 Mbps plans, the company provides users with more than 200 live TV channels and free access to OTT apps.
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This Jio's AirFiber plan under Rs 2300 will be valid for 3 months: Details
Technology | Nov 20, 2024, 07:50 PM ISTJio is offering free installation of Air Fiber for free at the recharge of Rs 2222 which will be valid for up to 3 months and will let you have access to 800+ TV channels along with 13 OTT apps and more.
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BSNL to allow its fiber users to use their broadband anywhere via National Wi-Fi roaming service
Technology | Nov 12, 2024, 10:39 AM ISTBSNL has launched a National Wi-Fi roaming service specifically for its FTTH customers, enabling them to connect to the BSNL Wi-Fi network even when they are away from home.
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Scindia says 'no to spectrum auction pitch from Ambani, Mittal | Why is it a win for Elon Musk?
Business | Nov 07, 2024, 07:41 PM ISTIndia’s top telecom players, Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Jio and Sunil Mittal’s Bharti Airtel, had advocated for an auction to level the playing field with legacy operators. Scindia emphasized that the government-set pricing will ensure a transparent, fair allocation under the 2023 Telecom Act.
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300Mbps speed, free OTT subscriptions for less than Rs 500 with Excitel’s Cable Cutter plan: Details
Technology | Oct 27, 2024, 12:02 PM ISTExcitel’s Cable Cutter plan has been designed for heavy internet users and for a long validity time. It offers 300Mbps of speed and free OTT subscriptions and if you recharge for 12 months at at-a-go, the plan will cost you less than Rs 500. Here is everything you need to know.