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BSNL Crediting 1GB of Free Data for Downloading the Revamped My BSNL App

BSNL lags behind private telecom service providers in several areas and one of them is the lack of a good self-care application. However, the telco is slowly trying to catch up the private telcos. In the process, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited recently rolled a major update to the My BSNL mobile app for Android users in collaboration with Call2action Communication India.

BBNL, BSNL show lack of professionalism, says telecom secretary



NEW DELHI: The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has warned senior officials of public-owned Bharat Broadband Network Limited (BBNL) and Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) of stern action for failing to operationalise the government's ambitious BharatNet network.

Mobile phone connections for Indian Railways staff: Reliance Jio not yet awarded contract; here’s why

RailTel, the telecom arm of the national transporter, floated the tender which was opened on October 18, but has not yet been awarded. Apart from Reliance Jio, other bidders are Vodafone-Idea, Airtel and state-owned BSNL.

DoT may take action against BBNL, BSNL officials for BharatNet's poor show

NEW DELHI: The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has warned senior officials of public-owned Bharat Broadband Network Limited (BBNL) and Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) of stern action for failing to operationalise the government's ambitious BharatNet network.

Telecom Secretary. pulls up BSNL, BBNL over Bharat Net

The Department of Telecom has instructed State-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd. (BSNL) and Bharat Broadband Network Ltd. (BBNL) to submit reports every day on the progress made in the Bharat Net project that seeks to connect 2.5 lakh gram panchayats in the country through high-speed broadband by March 2019, forming the backbone of the government’s ambitious Digital India programme.

How to get one year Amazon Prime susbcription for free with BSNL mobile, landline

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited, the state-run telecom operator, is offering postpaid mobile and landline customers, one-year subscription of Amazon Prime for free. Amazon Prime membership costs Rs. 999 per year and has unlimited streaming of the latest movies and TV shows; faster delivery and exclusive deals on shopping; advertisement-free music with unlimited offline downloads. BSNL mobile postpaid customers on plans starting from Rs. 399 or landline postpaid customers can avail the offer.

BSNL will now give you 50% less data under this plan

NEW DELHI: State-owned telecom operator BSNL has been very active lately. The telecom operator is introducing new prepaid and postpaid plans in order to give tough competition to the other service providers. Instead of a new plan, the telco has now revised its existing entry-level plan of Rs 29 for its prepaid users.

CCI rejects BSNL complaint against Indus Towers

New Delhi: The Competition Commission has rejected a complaint by state-owned firm BSNL alleging that Indus Towers abused its dominant market position by denying access to telecom tower sites. The fair trade regulator disposed of the matter as it did not find any prima facie case of contravention of the Competition Act against Indus Towers, according to an order.

Sinha seeks FinMin nod on telecom tax cut

Telecom minister Manoj Sinha on Monday met Finance minister Arun Jaitley seeking North Block’s feedback on reduction of telecom taxes, including spectrum and licence fee, envisaged in the new digital communication policy. Sinha was also there to seek Jaitley’s approval on the telecom PSU, BSNL and MTNL’s 4G spectrum pleas worth Rs 13,000 crore.

Revival of BSNL - The minimum necessary steps

BSNL once a highly profitable company is now a loss-making company. It would have lost about Rs one lakh crores in its valuation in last ten years, and if nothing is done to stop its downfall, it may reduce to almost zero. It would not be less than a scam perpetrated on the citizens of this country in the name of social obligation being met by BSNL.

BSNL starts offering data carry forward facility to postpaid users: Report

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has been trying really hard to compete with private telcos in the Indian telecommunication industry and since the introduction of Reliance Jio, BSNL has also started offering cheaper data and voice calling benefits to its users in the prepaid segment.

Forget Aadhaar, BSNL rolls out new KYC process

State-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL) has launched an alternate digital KYC process for issuing new connections across various circles, a top official has said.

The telecom PSU has informed the Department of Telecom (DoT) about the new system which has been rolled out, Chairman and Managing Director Anupam Shrivastava told PTI.

Cabinet clears extension of ITI quota for procurement by BSNL, MTNL, BBNL

New Delhi: The Cabinet on Thursday approved continuation of quota for state-owned ITI Ltd in procurement made by three telecom firms -- BSNL, MTNL and BBNL. "Provision of procurement quota from BSNL, MTNL and BBNL will provide further boost to the order book of ITI and help in improving its financial health," an official statement said.

BSNL rolls out alternate digital KYC process for new connections

State-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL) has launched an alternate digital KYC process for issuing new connections across various circles, a top official has said.
The telecom PSU has informed the Department of Telecom (DoT) about the new system which has been rolled out, Chairman and Managing Director Anupam Shrivastava told PTI.

Use of 2G technology in Assam, Arunachal: SC asks BSNL to file reply

NEW DELHI: Use of 2G technology in Assam, Arunachal: SC asks BSNL to file reply The Supreme Court Friday directed Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) to file within two weeks its response on a plea seeking to quash an agreement for use of "outdated" 2G technology in Arunachal Pradesh and two districts of Assam.

How BSNL Broadband is Offering Competition to Jio GigaFiber in FTTH Services

Jio Gigafiber has to a certain extent unnerved competitors after the acquisition of Hathway Cable and Datacom and Den Networks. Nevertheless, seems like the state run Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL Broadband) is doing its bit to maintain its market share in the fiber to the home (FTTH) segment.

BSNL and MTNL 4G Services Launch Could Be Delayed Yet Again

A new report has come up which hints towards the stalling of allocation of 4G spectrum to the two-government led telcos, BSNL and MTNL. As per this new update which comes from the officials, the finance ministry will likely extend the timeline which was proposed by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) for the allocation of fourth-generation network services to these state-run telcos.

BSNL signs MOU with Whale Cloud Technology to drive Digital Transformation

BSNL has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) Whale Cloud Technology, a strategic subsidiary, and technology partner of Alibaba, to drive its Digital Transformation.

Jio vs BSNL Prepaid Recharge Plans With 365 Days Validity: Offers, Benefits Comparison

Both Reliance Jio and BSNL are known for their special recharge offerings that keep cropping up from festival to festival. With Diwali around the corner, telecom operators are pushing a number of data and voice-centric STVs. Interestingly, some of these offers carry a year-long validity with special Diwali discounts for their subscribers.

BSNL selects Nokia for smart pole deployment across India

Indian state-owned operator BSNL has selected Nokia to support the transformation of cities through intelligent infrastructure.

Exclusive: BSNL to partner with Hotstar and Netflix

After joining hands with Amazon to offer Prime Membership, State-run telecom operator Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is all set to partner with two other leading digital content providers- Hotstar and Netflix. The CMD of BSNL told us in an exclusive interview.

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