Author: Indiabroadband
Public Wi-Fi Faces Uncertain Future in India as Telecom Operators Challenge Its Need
Summary:India’s public Wi-Fi ecosystem is at the centre of a debate over its future role as TRAI reviews the expansion of public Wi-Fi networks. Telecom operators, including Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea, argue that widespread 4G and 5G coverage and affordable mobile data have reduced the need for large-scale public Wi-Fi, and believe […]
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MoS Communications Inaugurates Integrated Rural Development Centre in Andhra Pradesh
Summary:The government has launched the ₹1.6 crore Samriddhi Kendram in Narakoduru village, Andhra Pradesh, under the BharatNet Udyami Initiative, making it the third such centre in India and the first in the Telugu states. The facility integrates services across 11 sectors, including healthcare, education, skill development, financial services, agriculture, entrepreneurship, and digital governance. Minister of […]
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Dish TV Introduces VZY Smart TV Range in Kerala
Summary:Dish TV India has launched its VZY Smart TV ecosystem in Kerala, combining live TV, OTT platforms, regional content, sports, and on-demand entertainment into a single integrated viewing experience. The company’s new smart TV range, including a flagship 65-inch model, features advanced display and audio technologies, along with initiatives such as the “FIFA to FIFA” […]
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India’s ₹1.06 Lakh Crore Connectivity Corpus Sparks Public Wi-Fi and Broadband Funding Dispute
Summary:A debate has emerged over the use of the ₹1.06 lakh crore Digital Bharat Nidhi fund, with telecom operators, technology firms, and satellite broadband companies disagreeing on whether the money should support public Wi-Fi expansion or mobile broadband infrastructure. While telecom companies argue that widespread 4G and 5G coverage makes public Wi-Fi less necessary and […]
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Excitel Achieves Profitability in FY26 Through Operational Optimisation
Summary:Excitel returned to profitability in FY26 after streamlining operations and focusing on sustainable growth. The ISP exited markets where it could not achieve sufficient scale, concentrated on key cities, and improved efficiency through measures such as reusing network equipment. These efforts helped the company move from a Rs 74 crore loss in FY25 to a […]
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ASUS Launches World’s First Wi-Fi 8 Router
Summary:ASUS has unveiled the ROG Rapture GT-BN98 Pro, which it describes as the world’s first Wi-Fi 8 gaming router, offering an early look at the future of wireless networking even before the Wi-Fi 8 standard is officially finalized. Unlike previous Wi-Fi generations that focused mainly on higher speeds, Wi-Fi 8 aims to improve reliability, coverage, […]
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AT&T, Comcast and Charter Communications emerge as leaders in Opensignal’s fixed broadband performance report
Summary:A recent study by Opensignal found that Comcast led fixed broadband performance in download speeds, video experience, and consistent quality, while AT&T delivered the strongest upload speeds and Charter Communications achieved the highest reliability score. The report, covering January to March 2026, analysed broadband services from Comcast, Charter, AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. Comcast recorded the […]
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BSNL Introduces Spark FTTH Broadband Plan Starting at Rs 399 Monthly
Summary:Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has introduced an affordable fibre broadband offering under its “BSNL Spark” portfolio, aimed at residential users seeking high-speed internet at lower prices. The FTTH plan is available at an introductory rate of Rs 399 per month for the first 12 months before reverting to Rs 449 monthly. Powered by GPON-based […]
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Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited Has Successfully Stabilised Homegrown 4G Technology, Says Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar: Report
Summary:Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited has reportedly stabilised its indigenous 4G network, marking a significant milestone in India’s telecom technology development, according to Union Minister Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani. India has now become the fourth country globally to develop telecom radio network equipment using domestic technology. The rollout, led by Tata Consultancy Services along with Tejas Networks […]
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Bharti Airtel Introduces India’s First Commercial 5G Network Slicing Solution
Summary:Bharti Airtel has launched India’s first commercial 5G network slicing service, called Priority Postpaid, to provide faster and more reliable 5G connectivity for postpaid customers. Built on standalone 5G architecture, the technology allows Airtel to dedicate specific network resources to priority users, improving connectivity during high-traffic situations. The service is available across all postpaid plans, […]
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