India avoided major embarrassment in January this year when it stopped road construction by Chinese army inside Indian territory in Arunachal Pradesh near Line of Actual Control (LAC) and forced Chinese personnel to return. However, what is startling is the Read more
The Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF) has the responsibility of taking mobile connectivity to the unconnected. But it seems USOF believes in furthering the interests of corporate sector first and is least bothered with the welfare and development of regions Read more
Important Achievements of DoT in the year 2017 1. Launch of National EMF Portal: Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has launched Tarang Sanchar, a web portal of information sharing on Mobile Towers and EMF Emission Compliances, with a view to generate Read more
USOF is one organisation in the DoT’s scheme of things which has now become infamous for stalling government projects. Project after project it is creating hurdles which is leading to delay in projects of national importance. Latest in the list is the Read more
Satya N Gupta is leading expert on Information, Communication and Technology (ICT), Telecom Regulation, Cyber Security and Internet Governance. Besides being India Managing Director of Bluetown, Denmark-based global IT company that provides low-cost, sustainable Wi-Fi solutions to connect people in rural Read more
Eyeing huge business opportunities, private telecom operators are keen to leverage high-speed broadband network being laid under BharatNet project to connect 2.5 lakh gram panchayats across India… NEW DELHI, NOVEMBER 13, 2017: The Centre on Monday launched Phase II of BharatNet Read more
Powered by Vihaan Networks Limited (VNL)’s technology, data usage on BSNL network in Naxal hit areas surges to record 400 GB per day. It has helped crores of people, particularly villagers, living in Naxalism-affected states to join the national mainstream Read more
Experts say broadband penetration will lead to rapid development and progress. To achieve this goal the Government of India conceived a nationwide broadband rollout programme which is now known as BharatNet. While the Telecom Department says Phase I of BharatNet Read more
The maiden edition of India’s largest event on telecom and technology — India Mobile Congress — started with a show of camaraderie between two arch rivals in mobile space — Bharti Airtel’s Sunil Mittal and Reliance Jio’s Mukesh Ambani — Read more
Indian Mobile Congress is being dubbed as the showcase event for Indian telecom industry. But ironically its organisers have failed to involve Indian mobile and equipment manufacturers. All top European and American players will share the dais, even the top Read more
