Vendors hit by BSNL and MTNL non-payment

Recent reports from the Indian press indicate that some vendors that have sold goods or services to BSNL and MTNL are considering insolvency pleas against the state-run operators after non-payment of dues.

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BSNL customers deserve better treatment

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved a Rs 70,000 crore package to revive MTNL and BSNL, with the two companies being merged and a voluntary retirement scheme being initiated to retrench employees.

Sale of Rs 37,500 crore worth of BSNL, MTNL assets hits ownership hurdle

The sale of assets by Bharat Sanchar Nigam (BSNL) and Mahanagar Telephone Nigam (MTNL) is likely to take longer than expected, as their buildings registered before 1988 are owned by the

BSNL's non-payment of Rs 20,000 crore dues puts 1 lakh jobs at risk

Nearly a lakh jobs in the domestic telecom sector are at risk as the state-run Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) continues its non-payment of Rs 20,000 crore worth of outstanding dues. The outstanding dues have resulted in the vendor companies' inability to disburse wages as well as in mounting pressure from creditors. Companies are facing difficulties in sustaining their non-core workforce across functions and are contemplating job cuts. 

रविशंकर प्रसाद का निर्देश, कहा वीआरएस-संपत्ति बिक्री में तेजी लाए MTNL-BSNL

सार्वजनिक क्षेत्र की दूरसंचार कंपनियों बीएसएनएल और एमटीएनएल को भारी-भरकम बेलआउट पैकेज देने के बाद केंद्रीय मंत्री रविशंकर प्रसाद ने दोनों कंपनियों से वीआरएस और मुद्रीकरण योजना में तेजी लाने को कहा है। साथ ही उन्होंने दूरसंचार क्षेत्र में अधिक आक्रामक तरीके से काम करने का भी निर्देश दिया है।

BSNL कर्मचारियों को अक्टूबर का वेतन नहीं मिला, सोमवार से 80,000 कर्मचारी कर सकेंगे #VRS का आवेदन

NewDelhi : सरकारी टेलीकॉम कंपनी भारत संचार निगम लिमिटेड (BSNL) घाटे में चल रही है. BSNL कर्मचारियों को अक्टूबर की सैलरी नहीं मिली है. खबर है कि 80,000 कर्मचारियों के स्वैच्छिक रिटायरमेंट स्कीम (वीआरएस) का विकल्प चुनने की उम्मीद है. इससे कंपनी को लगभग 7,500 करोड़ रुपए की बचत होगी.

रविशंकर प्रसाद का निर्देश- VRS पर जल्द कदम उठाएं BSNL और MTNL

टेलिकॉम मिनिस्टर रविशंकर प्रसाद ने BSNL और MTNL को निर्देश दिया है कि वे स्वैच्छिक सेवानिवृत्ति (VRS) को लेकर दिशानिर्देशों को जल्द लागू करें और समयबद्ध तरीके से एसेट्स को बेचने के लिए सक्रिय कदम उठाएं. प्रसाद ने विभागीय अधिकारियों से साफ तौर पर कहा है कि उन्हें टेलिकॉम मार्केट में और ज्यादा अग्रेसिव बनना होगा.

1 लाख से भी अधिक BSNL कर्मचारियों के लिए बड़ी खबर, आज से ले सकते हैं यह बड़ा फैसला

नई दिल्ली. लंबे समय से सरकारी टेलीकॉम कंपनी भारत संचार निगम लिमिटेड (BSNL) वित्तीय संकट से जूझ रही है. हाल ही में सरकार ने कंपनी को संकट से उबारने के लिए 15 हजार करोड़ रुपए का वित्तीय राहत

BSNL में आज से स्वैच्छिक सेवानिवृत्ति स्कीम हुई लागू

सरकारी कंपनी भारत संचार निगम लिमिटेड अर्थात बीएसएनएल में आज से स्वैच्छिक सेवानिवृत्ति स्कीम (वीआरएस) लागू होगी, जो अगले 30 दिन तक मान्य होगी । वित्तीय संकट बढ़ जानें के कारण कंपनी नें 50 वर्ष से अधिक आयु के कर्मचारियों को रिटायर करने की योजना बनाई है। बीएसएनएल की हालत इतनी खराब है, कि वह अपने कर्मचारियों को अक्टूबर माह का वेतन तक नहीं दे पाई है।

BSNL के 60 फीसदी कर्मचारी ले सकते हैं VRS, जानें क्यों

भारत संचार निगम लिमिटेड (बीएसएनएल) से आगरा रीजन के 60 प्रतिशत कर्मचारी वीआरएस लेंगे। बीएसएनएल के रिवाइवल प्लान के सामने आने के बाद 50 साल से अधिक उम्र के लगभग सभी कर्मचारियों ने स्वैच्छिक सेवानिवृत्ति (वीआरएस) की तैयारी कर ली है। 

Why is the telecom sector under stress?

The story so far: On October 24, in a strongly-worded order, the Supreme Court of India upheld the Department of Telecom (DoT)’s interpretation of “adjusted gross revenue” (AGR), which came as a huge blow to telecom service providers. Following the order, the telcos are now staring at dues of an estimated ₹1.4 lakh crore, which needs to be paid to the government within three months. Most industry players and analysts have argued that the payout of the huge amount could be the final straw for the already distressed sector.

BSNL introduces Fibro Combo ULD 645 CS95, Fibro Combo ULD CS 96 and more Triple Play plans: Report

BSNL has partnered with Cable TV service provider Sri Devi Television (SDV) in Andhra Pradesh to launch 10 new Triple Play plans according to a report by TelecomTalk. With this partnership now in place, BSNL will provide customers with broadband and landline services, whereas, Sri Devi Television will provide them with Cable TV services.

Spectrum Shock: How Supreme Court has left telcos in a fix | India Today Insight

There is something extremely ironic about the telecom sector in India. On the one hand, Indian telecom companies-especially private mobile telephony players-have reformed the communications landscape, placing India on the cusp of a potential digital transformation. On the other, Indian telecom operators are wading through what is perhaps one of their worst business phases in recent history-saddled with debt, huge losses and a policy overhang that has rendered business quite precarious.

Power to BSNL establishments may not be cut

The Union Government has requested the Odisha Government to extend support to the Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), which is facing acute financial constraints and is not able to pay the electricity dues in time with the result that its accumulated dues are running to crores of rupees.

BSNL and MTNLstaff to apply for voluntary retirement scheme: Govt declares January 31, 2020 as last date

 New Delhi, Nov 3 : Telecom Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad has directed the ailing telecom PSUs, BSNL and MTNL, to initiate a dialogue to implement voluntary retirement scheme (VRS) as revival package for staff of BSNL and MTNL has been approved by the government and January 31, 2020 is the last date for employees opting for VRS.

BSNL Now Aggressively Pushes For Rs 1699 Prepaid Plan

BSNL now seems to be intensively pushing for users to avail the prepaid Rs 1699 recharge plan. This plan is an unlimited benefits scheme offering free calls and more. Now, the telco which is set to be revived by the central government has been sending out messages repeatedly asking users to avail this plan.

New Offer: Earn 6 paise for making outgoing calls from BSNL network

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) continues to surprise us with attractive offers on its tariff plans, the introduction of new plans, and revision of old plans. The State-owned telco has recently launched a cashback offer that looks like an aggressive approach to gain a competitive advantage over Reliance Jio.

BSNL Offers Free 2-Month 20Mbps Broadband Plan to New Laptop Buyers

After revising several of its , the state-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited () is now looking to lure more users to switch to its broadband connection as well. In a new scheme, the company is reportedly giving two months of 20Mbps broadband connection free to all new laptop and PC buyers. These customers are said to be eligible for the BSNL BBG Combo ULD 45GB plan that was launched very recently. This plan was launched , alongside many other plans with 20Mbps speeds.

Ravi Shankar Prasad directs BSNL, MTNL to proceed quickly on VRS, asset monetisation plans

NEW DELHI: Telecom Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad has directed BSNL and MTNL to implement VRS guidelines quickly and initiate proactive measures to monetise assets in a time-bound manner, while making it clear that they have to become more aggressive in the telecom market, sources said.

BSNL Rs. 1,999 Long-Term Prepaid Pack Offers 2GB Data Per Day, Unlimited Voice Calls for 365 Days

Taking on rampage in the Indian telecom market, state-owned telco Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited () has introduced a new long-term prepaid pack that is sure to excite its subscribers. Priced at Rs. 1,999, this pack offers 2GB of data per day, unlimited voice calls (excluding Delhi and Mumbai circles), and

Prasad asks BSNL/MTNL to start dialogue with staff on VRS

TELECOM Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad has directed the ailing telecom PSUs, BSNL and MTNL, to start a dialogue with their employees on the terms and conditions of the voluntary retirement scheme (VRS) and prepare a roadmap for its successful implementation, highly placed sources said.

BSNL takes on JioFiber, launches broadband plans with cable TV service starting at Rs 888

After the intense war between telecom companies over the cheapest data and calling plan, the war has now shifted to broadband plans. State-owned telecom operators that had once said that it would match Jio "tariff-by-tariff" is leaving no stone unturned to stand up to its words.

BSNL Claims Data Tariffs In India Are The Lowest In The World

At a time when there have been increased debates in the Indian telecom circles with respect to data tariff and the Interconnect Usage Charge (IUC) already set in place for subscribers by Reliance Jio in adherence to TRAI regulations, state-led telco BSNL is now attempting to educate mobile subscribers in India. The telco has stated that mobile data tariffs are amongst the lowest in the world. This statement, via Twitter, has now gone viral on social media. 

BSNL का धमाका: अब तक नहीं आया ऐसा ऑफर, 5 मिनट कॉल करने पर मिलेगा कैशबैक

मोबाइल पर या टेलीफोन से बात करने पर आप अब तक पैसा चुकाते आए हैं, लेकिन अब आप बीएसएनएल से वॉयस कॉल करेंगे तो इसके बदले आपको पैसे मिलेंगे. चौंक गए न! लेकिन यह हकीकत है.

Govt Very Keen To Sell BSNL, Air India To Private Firms Under ‘Strategic Disinvestment’; But Will Employee Unions Agree?

As per the news, the government has halted the disinvestment process for telecom PSUs, BSNL and MTNL earlier.
But the Ministry of Finance still planning to aggressively follow a policy of disinvestment including strategic disinvestment after Diwali.

MNTL gets letter on revival package, VRS scheme for employees. Full text here

 State-run telecom company MTNL today said that it has received a letter from the government which details the revival plan of the company. Earlier this month, the Union Cabinet had approved merger of loss-making telecom firms BSNL and MTNL as part of a revival package that includes raising sovereign bonds, monetising assets and voluntary retirement scheme (VRS) for employees.

MTNL gives details of VRS package under merger with BSNL

State-owned telecom operator Mahanagar Telefone Nigam Ltd or MTNL has released details of the voluntary retirement scheme or VRS that will be available to its employees as part of its merger with BSNL.
The company said the VRS has been based on the ‘Gujarat Model’. Under this model, employees will get a sum equal to 35 days of salary for each year of completed service, plus 25 days worth of salary for each year of service left till retirement.

BSNL Offering 6 Paise Cashback Per Voice Call

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has rolled out a new offer for its broadband customers. Under this offer, BSNL is providing 6 paise cashback for making calls through its wireline and broadband services. According to the information, BSNL will credit 6 paise cashback if a customer is making calls for five minutes.

MTNL to BSE, NSE: Merger with BSNL, employee costs reduction underway

NEW DELHI: Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Limited (MTNL) Friday informed the Bombay Stock Exchange BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) that it has received a letter from the government on the revival of the ailing telco entailing merger with BSNL, allocation of fourth-generation (4G) airwaves, and sovereign bonds worth Rs 15,000 crore.

Time To Switch? BSNL Is Offering Cashback To Users For Every Call Longer Than 6 Minutes

At a time when Reliance Jio is charging 6 paise per minute for making calls to other operators, state-owned telecom operator BSNL is giving away 6 paise, in the form of cashback, for every five minutes of voice calls placed by the users. 

Now get paid for making calls on BSNL network; Here’s all you need to know

State-owned telecom operator BSNL has provide you with a suggestion that’s arduous to consider. In a primary of its type provide, the corporate is providing 6 paise for each 5 minutes of voice calls positioned by its subscribers. The transfer is relevant on BSNL’s wireline, broadband and FTTH clients. The cash will probably be credited to the subscriber within the type of cashback, BSNL mentioned in a press release.

SNL-MTNL merger gets nod, firms can raise Rs 15k cr via sovereign bonds

 The government on Wednesday approved a Rs 68,751-crore revival package for loss-making and MTNL, including 4G spectrum allocation and voluntary retirement scheme, as well as their merger.
The Union Cabinet also approved merger of the state-owned telecom firms and till the completion of the process, will operate as a subsidiary of BSNL, Telecom Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said here while sharing details of the revival package.

Top headlines: BSNL, MTNL to merge, Infosys controversy so far and more

BSNL-merger gets govt nod
The government on Wednesday decided to merge loss-making telecom firms and as part of a revival package that includes raising sovereign bonds, monetising assets and voluntary retirement scheme (VRS) for employees.Briefing reporters on decisions taken by the headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Telecom Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said the government will put in Rs 29,937 crore for revival of the two state-owned telecom companies.

Threat to BSNL users, money will be given for calling

BSNL: Recently, it has been revealed that BSNL has issued a great offer for the users, in which the users will get cashback with talk and the money in accounts will be the same, this time by the Communication Corporation of India Limited on life. BSNL has announced the cash back offer, this is the biggest offer of BSNL so far, because under this cash back offer, customers will get money on the phone when they talk on the phone.

Telecom consumer body seeks removal of IUC on mobile calls

NEW DELHI: A telecom consumers' body has sought removal of 6 paise interconnection usage charge (IUC) from January 1 next year as it deprives weaker sections of the society of new age services and better experience.

Trai had proposed to move from the current IUC regime to the BAK (bill and keep) regime where no operator will charge for mobile call transmission, from January 1, 2020.