BSNL to Launch Next-Gen Landlines With Smartphone Like Functionalities

After facing a tough phase filled with intense competition and delay, now it seems like BSNL is finally catching up to the times and is ready to avail the latest technology for its users. As per a new report in Rajasthan, BSNL is preparing to launch the Next Generation Networking (NGN)

BSNL's Patanjali plans offer unlimited free voice calls and 2GB data per day

State-owned telecom operator BSNL has launched 'Swadeshi Samriddhi’ SIM cards in partnership with Patanjali, established by Baba Ramdev.
These SIM cards have been specially launched for employees of Patanjali as well as employees of associated organisations such Bharat Swabhiman Nyas, Patanjali Yog Samti, Mahila Prakostha, Yuva Bharat, Patanjali Kisan Seva.

DNA MONEY EXCLUSIVE: BSNL may become first telco to start internet telephony in India

BSNL’s consumers will soon be able to make calls through their WiFi connection using an app on their mobile phone. The company is in the process of testing the facility, which could be launched in a month.
The government on Wednesday paved the way for the start of internet telephony across the country. The move will enable people to make calls in patchy network areas or black spots at a time when call drops/network issues are raging.

BSNL offers 2GB extra data per day to counter Reliance Jio's 1.5GB giveaway

These are amazing times to live in, especially if your life revolves around the internet and you own a smartphone to stay connected. A little over a year ago, Reliance Jio stepped into the Indian telecom industry and started with a bang, intensifying the price war among telcos in the country. Consequently, high-speed mobile internet has become extremely affordable in India, making it an integral part of our daily lives.

BSNL Monsoon Offer on Prepaid Recharge Plans: Now Get Up To 200% Extra Data

Nowadays it is extremely common to see a telecom company announce a new scheme, every other day. Now it is the turn of the state owned telecom mogul BSNL to announce a new offer for its prepaid customers. The company had announced a slew of offers in the recent few weeks to combat competition from Reliance Jio, Airtel and Vodafone and its new offer, dubbed as “Monsoon offer” is the latest to join the list.

BSNL seeks legal view to recover Rs 42 crore from Aircel

NEW DELHI: State-run telecom carrier Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd. has sought legal opinion to further recover Rs 42 crore from the bankrupt telco Aircel.

“BSNL has already encashed various bank guarantees worth Rs 32.22 crores. We are trying to find legal framework for encashing guarantees kept for other activities such as interconnection usage charge (IUC) and porting,” BSNL Chairman Anupam Shrivastava toldETTelecom

BSNL offers 2GB extra data for these plans; check details

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has increased the daily benefit of prepaid combo plans and 3G Data STVs by 2GB. Users will now get an additional 2GB data above its existing plan. Under this plan, the state-run telecom operator's combo plans of Rs 999, Rs 666, Rs 485, Rs 429 and Rs 186 will offer 2GB daily data. Also, the above benefits will be applicable on the 3G Data STV plans of Rs 448, Rs 444, Rs 333, Rs 349 and Rs 187, said a telecomtalks.info report.

BSNL Revises Prepaid Recharge Plans to Take on Airtel, Jio: Now Offers More Data

State-run telco Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has taken one more step in the data war of the telecom industry. BSNL is coming out strong in the game with its new prepaid offerings. The latest from the telco is a list of prepaid recharge plans with revised offerings to take on Airtel, Jio. BSNL has been on a roll lately, revamping its existing ‘unlimited’ prepaid packs and special tariff vouchers (STVs).

BSNL CGM Anil Jain on 5G launch plans

Anil Jain, chief general manager – NGN, Bharat Sanchar Nigam (BSNL), indicated that BSNL will aim to launch 5G services in 2020.
“BSNL would launch 5G services the same day as their launch globally. India would not miss the 5G bus unlike the past instances of global adoption of 3G and 4G,” Anil Jain said at the inaugural edition of the Mobile Device Summit 2018, hosted by industry body The Mobile Association.

BSNL could launch 5G within one year

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd could end up launching 5G services as early as the first half of 2019, going by comments made by a senior official at an industry forum today.
Speaking at the Mobile Device Summit 2018 organized by ‘The Mobile Association’, Anil Jain, the company’s Chief General Manager in charge of New Generation Networks promised there would be no delay in the launch of 5G like it happened with 3G and 4G.

BSNL revises its prepaid plans to offer more data to users

While other telecom companies are busy focussing on longer-validity plans, state-owned telecom operator BSNL wants its users to take a look at its shorter-validity plans. The company has revamped three of its prepaid plans to offer more data to its prepaid users at old prices.

BSNL to Boost its Network Infrastructure and Launch 4G Services With Rs 4300 Crore

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has been talking about its network expansion program for quite some time now, but it seems like the telco is finally looking to upgrade its infrastructure to meet the demand. The telco has now confirmed to borrow Rs 4,300 crore in the current financial year to fund its capital expenditure plans.

BSNL to borrow Rs 4,300 cr in FY19

State-run Bharat Sanchar Nigam (BSNL) has decided to borrow Rs 4,300 crore in the current financial year to fund capital expenditure plans. But the loans will not burden its present debt level, which is at Rs 9,000 crore (as on March 2018) on a top line of Rs 30,000 crore, said a top official of the public sector undertaking.

BSNL offers: Get 500GB Data for 30 days; check out price, other details here

BSNL offers: The state-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigan Limited (BSNL) is prepping aggressively in order to beat the competition coming from the private players like Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, Idea Cellular and Vodafone. 

Madras HC Quashes Criminal Complaint Against BSNL Employees Who Put ‘Smiling Face With Tears’ Emoji In Official WhatsApp Group [Read Order]

The Madras High Court recently quashed a criminal complaint against BSNL employees who put ‘smiling face with tears’ emoji in the official WhatsApp group.

BSNL Unleashes Broadband War, Offers 45 GB for Rs 99; Jio’s Speed Continues To Dip!

State-run BSNL has unleashed a new broadband tariff war in India, and Jio will have to consider them as their major competitor now.

The new plans announced by BSNL will now give 45 GB data per month, for Rs 99!

BSNL to launch 4G service in 130 cities and towns in Karnataka

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL), the state-run telecom service operator, is expected to launch 4G services amid fierce competition among the private telecom service providers in Karnataka this year. BSNL is reportedly awaiting spectrum allocation from the government and the tender for the 4G service has been processed. BSNL is is launching service at a time when private players are doling out attractive schemes to lure customers.

Want to avail BSNL’s Family Plan of Rs 1199; Here’s how it works

The state-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has on multiple occasion introduced various features in it’s ‘Family Plan’ of Rs 1199 per month. And once again to lure customers, BSNL has brought in new services which covers the entire requirement of an Indian family.

BSNL to launch 4G services in Karnataka soon

 With competition in the telecom sector getting more intense and private players doling out attractive schemes to lure customers, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd. (BSNL) is hoping to introduce 4G services in Karnataka this year. The tender for the same has been processed and the BSNL is awaiting spectrum allocation from the Government of India any time now.

BSNL Announces True Unlimited Voice Calling on a Slew of Broadband Plans

State-run telecom and broadband service provider Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has now announced true unlimited voice calling across its entire broadband tariff plan portfolio, allowing the users to make calls to any network across the country.

BSNL ties up to create mobile advertising ecosystem

 New Delhi, May 31

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL) and Call2Action Communication India on Thursday partnered to create a mobile advertising ecosystem through promotions, designed specifically for mobile network operators. Called Infomo, the platform will be available through the ‘MyBSNL’ app and the company will provide advertising and promotion content to users during routine everyday interactions such as calls, SMS, alerts, notifications, beacons and other location-based interactions.

BSNL announces Rs 499 postpaid plan that rivals offer from Airtel and Vodafone

State-owned telecom operator BSNL has announced another new tariff plan that rivals similar offering from Reliance Jio. BSNL has been at the forefront to counter Jio with tariffs that match or rival Jio despite it not having 4G service in the country. The new tariff plan comes just days after the launch of ‘Data Tsunami’ offer for its prepaid subscribers.

BSNL's New Family Plan Offers 1 GB Per Day Data On 3 SIM Cards. Other Benefits Here

BSNL has come up with a family broadband plan under which it offers broadband connection and voice and data benefits for three prepaid users, said the telecom operator on its official website -- bsnl.co.in. Monthly charges for BSNL's new plan is Rs 1,199 which is valid across the country. In recent months, state-run BSNL has come up with a number of lucrative plans to counter Mukesh Ambani-owned Reliance Jio and Sunil Mittal's Bharti Airtel, and to increase and retain its subscriber base.

BSNL offer: 3 mobiles can now use 1 plan, 1GB data per day available in this plan

BSNL’s broadband connection has been a key to the success of this beleaguered PSU's story. The Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited has just rebranded its Rs 1199 BSNL Family Plan, wherein one mobile connection with a broadband connectivity was offered earlier.

BSNL hopes to turn profitable in FY’20, not before

New Delhi: State-owned BSNL says it is likely to swing into profit in financial year 2019-20, a year later than previously estimated, as stiff competition has squeezed margins.

MTNL and BSNL Angling for 4G Spectrum Grant

India’s smallest mobile operator MTNL is lining up an INR1.9 billion ($27.9 million) investment to upgrade its network.
Department of Telecommunications (DoT) minister Manoj Sinha noted that the state-run operator may also be allocated 4G spectrum by the government. MTNL provides services in New Delhi and Mumbai and is the metropolitan counterpart to BSNL, which is active in India’s remaining 20 service areas.

BSNL’s Share of Broadband and Landline Users Declining in Guwahati

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), the state-owned telecom operator has lost a significant chunk of its subscriber base in Guwahati, Assam in last five years. The BSNL users have instead shifted to other mobile, landline subscriber as well as internet service providers.

BSNL launches ‘Data Tsunami’ prepaid pack for Rs 98 with 1.5GB data per day

State-owned telecom operator BSNL recently launched its voice-only pack worth Rs 99 for its prepaid users, which provided unlimited voice calling benefits to its users. Now, the brand has come out with a new plan worth Rs 98 called Data Tsunami. As the name suggests, this monthly prepaid pack is intended for heavy Internet users and comes with impressive data benefits.

BSNL to provide faster Fibre-to-the-Home internet speeds with up to 1500GB FUP limit

State-owned telecom operator BSNL is gearing up to take on Fibre-to-the-Home (FTTH) providers like JioFibre, ACT and Spectra in Chennai with an FUP limit of 1500GB for its Rs 4,999 plan. BSNL will be offering 100Mbps speed till the FUP of 1500GB after which the speed will drop to 2Mbps post the limit.

BSNL Starts Offering 1500GB FUP Limit on Its Rs. 4,999 FTTH Plan

Making competitor tougher for Jio Fiber and other broadband operators, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has upgraded its Rs. 4,999 Fibre-to-the-Home (FTTH) plan in Chennai with an FUP limit of 1500GB. The plan comes with a 100Mbps speed that will be decreased to 2Mbps once subscribers reach the FUP limit.

BSNL Offers New Prepaid Recharge For Rs 118. Details Here

Recently, BSNL also came up with a prepaid recharge pack of Rs 39 to counter Jio's pack of Rs 49.
State-owned BSNL (Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited) has come up with a new prepaid recharge plan

Cabinet approves Rs 11,330 crore more for network for defence forces project

NEW DELHI: The government approved higher budget allocation for laying of alternate communication network for defence services in turn for release of spectrum held by the armed forces, as part of the decisions taken by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs on Wednesday.

BSNL's Rs 118 prepaid plan is no match for Reliance Jio's 98 bundle

The competition in the Indian telecom market is getting more intense as incumbents are in no mood to rest while offering attractive bundles at compelling prices. The trend set by Reliance Jio is now followed by all telcos, including Airtel, Vodafone, and BSNL. Now, the state-run telecom operator has a new plan to take on Reliance Jio and others.

Airtel Launches New FUP Policy to Lure BSNL and Reliance Jio Users

There has been some drastic revamp to the prepaid plans of Bharti Airtel. By a drastic change, we do not intend to refer to revised tariff rates or data limits. Instead, the largest telco of the country has decided that it would now make their plans truly unlimited by allowing a speed of 128 Kbps post the completion of FUP limit. Until now, BSNL and Reliance Jio had been the only company in the

BSNL's Rs. 118 Prepaid Pack Takes on Jio's Rs. 98 Pack

After its Rs. 39 offer that provides unlimited calls to its subscribers, state-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has launched a new pack for its prepaid customers. In a bid to take on the stiff competition from Reliance Jio, BSNL has launched a Rs. 118 recharge pack that offers unlimited voice calls and data benefits for a validity of 28 days.

BSNL inks deal with SAP to offer GST solution to Indian enterprises

NEW DELHI: State-run telecom operator Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) and SAP have inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly offer GST solutions to enterprises across India. The collaboration leverages the capabilities of BSNL as GST Suvidha Provider (GSP) and SAP as Application Service Provider (ASP).

BSNL 4G SIM Available For Rs 20; Govt. Says BSNL Needed For #DigitalIndia!

Strong indicators are coming in, which suggest that BSNL will be launching their 4G services pan-India, very soon.
Besides, Govt of India has once again stressed on the fact that state-run BSNL is crucial for Digital India’s success, despite being in severe loss due to the presence of other private telcos.