Tag: Jio

Bridging the Digital Divide: Jio Partners with SpaceX to Bring Starlink Internet to India

Manish Kumar

A Major Collaboration in Satellite Internet Reliance Jio has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Elon Musk’s SpaceX to introduce Starlink’s satellite-based internet services in India. This collaboration is set to revolutionize broadband connectivity, especially in rural and remote regions. As the world’s largest mobile operator by data traffic, Jio aims to leverage Starlink’s advanced low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite technology to enhance internet accessibility across the country. However, regulatory approvals remain a key hurdle before full-scale deployment. Jio’s Vision for Starlink in India Under this agreement, Jio Platforms Limited plans…

Jio, Airtel, Vi, BSNL Users to Get Voice-Only Plans Soon, TRAI to Announce Updates

Manish Kumar

Currently, 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. As the new year approaches, the country’s 1.2 billion mobile users may soon have reason to celebrate, thanks to a promising initiative from TRAI. This plan comes in response to growing frustration among users over rising recharge costs since July. Notably, those with dual SIM cards and users of 2G phones stand to gain the…

BSNL Pledges to Improve Service Within 6 Months: Parliamentary Committee Assured of Upgrades

Manish Kumar

BSNL’s Role in India’s Telecom Sector Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is India’s state-owned telecommunications company, offering landline, mobile, and internet services across the country. Founded in 2000, BSNL has been a key player in connecting India’s rural and urban populations. However, in recent years, the company has faced challenges such as declining market share and lagging behind private competitors in terms of technology and service quality. Despite these issues, BSNL remains vital to India’s telecom landscape, particularly in rural and remote areas, and is actively working to revamp its…