Broadband
Jio unveils bundled home plans combining broadband, TV and OTT services in a single package
Summary:Reliance Jio has launched a new range of Home Packs starting at ₹400 per month, combining broadband, live TV, and OTT services under a single subscription. The plans are available in TV-only, Wi-Fi-only, and 3-in-1 bundle options, catering to different household needs. Eligible new customers also receive free installation and maintenance support, offering a convenient […]
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Rural internet adoption rises in India as broadband speeds reach 60 Mbps
Summary:The government informed Parliament that rural internet penetration in India increased to 48.31 subscribers per 100 people during 2025-26, while average fixed broadband speeds under the National Broadband Mission (NBM) 2.0 reached 60.85 Mbps. Broadband connectivity to schools, health centres, Anganwadis, and Panchayat offices also expanded significantly. Through the revised BharatNet programme and other Digital […]
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Airtel Introduces Affordable High-Speed Broadband Plan Bundled with OTT Entertainment
Summary:Bharti Airtel’s ₹899 broadband plan offers 100 Mbps upload and download speeds along with a bundle of OTT services, including JioHotstar, ZEE5, Airtel Xstream Play, Google One, and Adobe Express Premium, plus access to 350+ live TV channels. The plan includes 3.3TB of monthly high-speed data for Fibre users and 1TB for AirFiber customers, after […]
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Gujarat Partners to Accelerate BharatNet Broadband Connectivity in Rural Areas
Summary:The Department of Telecommunications (DoT), through Digital Bharat Nidhi (DBN), has signed an agreement with the Gujarat Government, GFGNL, and BSNL to implement the Amended BharatNet Programme under a state-led model. Backed by an approved investment of ₹5,629 crore, the project will upgrade broadband infrastructure across 14,287 Gram Panchayats, extend connectivity to 3,895 villages, and […]
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Tamil Nadu Invites Bids for 2.5 Lakh Devices to Expand Rural Broadband Connectivity
Summary:Tamil Nadu has initiated the final phase of its rural broadband rollout by inviting bids to procure 2.5 lakh Optical Network Terminals (ONTs) under the BharatNet Phase II project. The ONTs will enable high-speed internet connectivity for homes, schools, hospitals, government offices, and other public institutions by activating the state’s existing fibre-optic network. The initiative […]
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Jio Introduces ₹2,222 Plan with 30 Mbps Broadband and Three Months of OTT Access
Summary:Reliance Jio is offering a three-month broadband plan priced at ₹2,222, featuring 30 Mbps internet speeds along with an extensive bundle of OTT subscriptions. The plan includes access to popular streaming platforms, over 1,000 live TV channels, seven days of complimentary service, and an extra 100GB of data valid for 90 days. JioFiber users receive […]
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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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India’s Total Broadband Subscribers Surpass 1.06 Billion in March
Summary:India’s broadband subscriber base continued to grow steadily in March 2026, crossing 1.06 billion, driven by rising digital adoption across both urban and rural areas. Wireless services remained dominant, with overall subscriber numbers and tele-density increasing, while mobile users and 5G fixed wireless access also saw consistent gains. The wireline segment recorded modest growth, largely […]
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Connect Broadband offers a 60 Mbps plan priced under Rs 600 that includes bundled OTT benefits
Summary:Connect Broadband offers a 60 Mbps plan priced at Rs 549 per month, combining affordable internet with bundled OTT benefits such as PlayBox TV, Fancode, and an additional platform, along with unlimited data up to 3300GB. The service is available only in select regions of Punjab, Haryana, and Jammu & Kashmir, positioning it as a […]
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Expansion in fiber services stabilizes telecom revenues in Japan
Summary:Japan’s fixed telecom market is projected to experience only modest growth through 2030, with total revenues rising slightly as gains in fiber broadband offset declines in traditional voice services. According to GlobalData, revenues will increase marginally at a 0.4% CAGR, reflecting a shift toward high-speed connectivity and bundled offerings in a mature market. While fixed […]
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