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Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G Likely to Launch in India as Xiaomi Mi 10i
Mi TV 4A and Mi TV 4A Pro Get a Permanent Price Hike in India, All You Should Know
Lenovo Legion 5 With 8GB RAM and AMD Ryzen 5 4600H Processor Launched in India, Price and Specifications
Flipkart Smart Upgrade Plan, Purchase Samsung Device at 70% of MRP and Pay 30% Next Year
Instagram ‘Live Rooms’ Feature Rolling Out for Indian Users, All You Should Know
Vivo V20 Pro Price Revealed in India Day Ahead of the Official Launch
Motorola G9 Plus Gets BIS Certification, Might Launch Soon
Vodafone Idea Hikes Prices of Rs 598 and Rs 749 Family Postpaid Plans by Rs 50
Smaller Broadband Players Have Equal Opportunity to Grow as Big Players: Motilal Oswal
BSNL Rs 199, Rs 798 and Rs 999 Postpaid Plans Now Available Across All Circles

Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G Likely to Launch in India as Xiaomi Mi 10i

Posted: 01 Dec 2020 05:35 AM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/xiaomi-mi-10i-india-launch-specs/314323/, Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G Likely to Launch in India as Xiaomi Mi 10i

Xiaomi will likely launch the Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G smartphone in India as Mi 10i. The Note 9 Pro 5G recently made its debut in India and it is amongst the first phones in the world to feature Snapdragon 750G SoC. Since we already have the Redmi Note 9 series in India, the Chinese company might be looking to launch this phone under the Mi 10 series. The Mi 10 series already has three phones in the country- the Mi 10, Mi 10T and the Mi 10T Pro. Also, apart from the Mi 10T, the Mi 10 and Mi 10T Pro features a 108MP primary camera on the back, which is also the case with Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G. The Mi 10i has been spotted on Google Play Console listing, so the launch seems to be imminent. Additionally, 91mobiles reported the colour options and RAM variants of the Mi 10i for India.

Xiaomi Mi 10i: A Rebranded Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G for India

Xiaomi was rumoured to launch the Mi 10T Lite smartphone as well in India alongside the Mi 10T series back in October. However, that didn’t happen. The Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G is very much similar to the Mi 10T Lite, albeit the presence of 108MP sensor on the former. So now, the company is again rumoured to launch a new Mi phone, dubbed as Mi 10i.

The Mi 10i is said to arrive in various colour options- Blue, Black, and Gradient Orange/Blue hues, and in at least two storage configurations- 6GB+128GB and 8GB+128GB. The Note 9 Pro 5G starts at 1599 Yuan in China and we are not sure about the Indian prices of the smartphone. Since the phone is being launched under the Mi brand, it could be on the pricier side.

As for the specs, the Mi 10i or the Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G flaunts a 6.67-inch Full HD+ screen with 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered by Snapdragon 750G SoC, paired with up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The USP of the phone would be the 108MP Samsung HM2 sensor on the back which works with an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, 2MP macro sensor and a 2MP depth sensor. The phone is backed by a 4820mAh battery with 33W fast charging.

The Mi 10i could launch in December itself as the brand would be looking to end the year on a high note. Besides the Mi 10i, Redmi is also expected to launch Redmi 9 Power which again is said to be a rebranded version of the Redmi Note 9 4G.

Original article: Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G Likely to Launch in India as Xiaomi Mi 10i

Mi TV 4A and Mi TV 4A Pro Get a Permanent Price Hike in India, All You Should Know

Posted: 01 Dec 2020 04:30 AM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/mi-tv-4a-mi-tv-4a-pro/314288/, Mi TV 4A and Mi TV 4A Pro Get a Permanent Price Hike in India, All You Should Know

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The Xiaomi Mi TV 4A and Mi TV 4A Pro have recently received a permanent price hike in India. The price hike implemented is as big as Rs 1,000 on these Smart TVs. A thing worth noting here is that there are multiple models of these TVs; which is why it is important to remember the variants which have got the price hike. So these Smart TVs come in two different sizes and the price hike has been implemented in different models. More details on the story ahead.

Mi TV 4A and Mi TV 4A Pro Price (Old and New)

Starting with the Mi TV 4A 32-inch, its price has increased from Rs 13,499 to Rs 13,999. This implies a price hike of Rs 500. It is the same with the Mi TV 4A Pro 32-inch. It was selling at Rs 13,499 as well, but now it has also received a price hike of Rs 500 and its new price is Rs 13,999.

The other one, Mi TV 4A 40-inch was earlier selling for Rs 18,999. But now, its new price has become Rs 19,999 which implies a price hike of Rs 1,000. The last Smart TV to receive a price hike is the Mi TV 4A Horizon Edition. It was earlier selling for Rs 13,999, but after a price hike of Rs 500, its new price has become Rs 14,499.

Xiaomi is yet to give an official word behind the recent price hike of the Smart TVs. It is interesting that these Smart TVs got a price hike because Xiaomi has also been doing the same with its Redmi branded smartphones in India. However, even after the recent price hike, these Xiaomi Smart TVs remain few of the most affordable Smart TVs in the market.

Mi TV 4A, 4A Pro, and 4A Horizon Edition Specifications

All of these Smart TVs have got a lot in common. All of them can support connectivity technologies such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Chromecast and more. The 4A Horizon Edition amongst all of them is the latest entry to the market offering a 178-degree viewing angle to the user and comes with Vivid Picture Engine.

Original article: Mi TV 4A and Mi TV 4A Pro Get a Permanent Price Hike in India, All You Should Know

Lenovo Legion 5 With 8GB RAM and AMD Ryzen 5 4600H Processor Launched in India, Price and Specifications

Posted: 01 Dec 2020 03:30 AM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/lenovo-legion-5-india-launch/314280/, Lenovo Legion 5 With 8GB RAM and AMD Ryzen 5 4600H Processor Launched in India, Price and Specifications

Gaming laptops have become quite popular in the last few years. One of the most popular gaming laptop series from Lenovo is 'Legion'. Today, Lenovo Legion 5 has launched for the Indian market. The laptop comes powered by the AMD Ryzen 5 4600H processor paired with six ultra-responsive cores. The processor can be configured with up to Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Ti discrete graphics. Inside the laptop are two speakers from Harmon Kardon which come with the support of Dolby Atmos headphone. Read ahead to find out the specs and price of the Lenovo Legion 5.

Lenovo Legion 5 Specifications

The Lenovo Legion 5 comes with a 15.6-inch IPS display (1920 x 1080 pixels) which can support 120Hz refresh rate. The laptop runs on Windows 10 Home software and as mentioned above, is powered by the AMD Ryzen 5 4600H processor. When on max boost, the processor can clock up to 4 GHz. The processor is coupled with 4GB DDR6 RAM and can be configured with up to Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Ti discrete graphics.

With the laptop, users get 256GB of SSD and 1TB HDD storage on board. The battery life of the Lenovo Legion 5 is 8 hours long as claimed by the company on the Hybrid Mode. The laptop comes with a TrueStrike keyboard which has backlit keys. There is also Lenovo Legion Coldfront 2.0 inside the laptop for maintaining thermal efficiency. For charging, the laptop comes with support for Rapid Charge Pro and Lenovo Q-Control 3.0 so that fan speed and system voltage can be controlled.

There is an in-built 720p webcam along with a privacy shutter for additional security. The two Harmon Kardon speakers are 2W each. The laptop is quite heavy and weighs 2.3kg.

Lenovo Legion 5 Price

The Lenovo Legion 5 has been launched for a starting price of Rs 75,990 in India. The laptop is only available in a single colour namely Phantom Black and will be available for sale directly from the official website of Lenovo India. Users can also purchase the laptop offline from exclusive Lenovo stores in the country.

Original article: Lenovo Legion 5 With 8GB RAM and AMD Ryzen 5 4600H Processor Launched in India, Price and Specifications

Flipkart Smart Upgrade Plan, Purchase Samsung Device at 70% of MRP and Pay 30% Next Year

Posted: 01 Dec 2020 02:30 AM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/flipkart-smart-upgrade-plan/314264/, Flipkart Smart Upgrade Plan, Purchase Samsung Device at 70% of MRP and Pay 30% Next Year

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Flipkart has just announced a new program called 'Smart Upgrade Plan' in association with Samsung Galaxy Forever. A thing worth noting here is that this is not the first time Samsung has announced such an offer. Religious Samsung and Flipkart followers know that this offer was announced much earlier, but the difference this time will be the smartphones which are placed under the offer. With the Flipkart 'Smart Upgrade Plan' users can buy a smartphone right away at 70% of its cost and pay the remaining 30% next year if they wish to — More details ahead.

Flipkart Smart Upgrade Plan, Devices on Offer and Program Explained

First of all, note that only three Samsung devices are under the Smart Upgrade Plan offer at the moment. These devices are – Samsung Galaxy F41, Galaxy Note 10 Plus, and Galaxy S20+. The Smart Upgrade Plan could be added on to the cart while ordering the smartphone for a mere cost of Rs 11. Once done, you will be eligible to claim the benefits of the offer.

So here is how this offer works. When you go and purchase either of the above-mentioned devices, you will only have to pay 70% of the amount right now. For example, if there is a Samsung device worth Rs 10,000 on offer under Smart Upgrade Plan, on the purchase of that particular device, you will only have to pay Rs 7,000 (70% of MRP) right away. The remaining 30% of the amount can be paid by you a year later in case you want to continue using the device. Or else, you can exchange it with any other device on Flipkart.

A device can be bought under the Flipkart Smart Upgrade Plan through various payment mediums and even in an EMI (equated monthly instalments) system. On the checkout page, a 30% discount will be applied on to the device.

Also, a thing to remember here is that when the customer decides to exchange the device a year later, he/she will also have to return the original box, charger, and other accessories provided in the box along with the device.

Original article: Flipkart Smart Upgrade Plan, Purchase Samsung Device at 70% of MRP and Pay 30% Next Year

Instagram ‘Live Rooms’ Feature Rolling Out for Indian Users, All You Should Know

Posted: 01 Dec 2020 01:30 AM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/instagram-live-rooms-india/314260/, Instagram 'Live Rooms' Feature Rolling Out for Indian Users, All You Should Know

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Instagram has been on a roll lately, releasing new features at regular intervals to keep the users busy and happy with the app. Now the social media giant has launched 'Live Rooms' feature. With the help of this new feature, users can add multiple people to their live stream. Until now, on an Instagram Live, only one extra user could be invited for chatting. But now, with 'Live Rooms' more than one user can join the live stream — More details on the story ahead.

Instagram 'Live Rooms' Feature Explained

The impact of the global pandemic was such that the views on Instagram Live grew by a massive 60% on a week-to-week basis. Now, with the new 'Live Rooms' feature on Instagram, a user can invite up to three guests on his/her live.

Ajit Mohan, Vice President and Managing Director of Facebook India said, "This year in particular has seen extensive use of Live, and as physical distancing norms continue, Live will remain an invaluable feature to bring friends, families, and audiences together, and foster meaningful conversations."

Instagram has already tested this feature and is now releasing it for users across the country. Here is how you can use Instagram 'Live Rooms' as well.

Open the application, and go to the stories section of the app. Find the 'Live' button and tap it to go live. For adding guests in your live session, just tap on the Camera/Rooms icon. You will be able to see all the people who have requested to join your Instagram Live. Instagram has claimed that a user will be able to add all the three guests to the Live stream at the same time.

The rollout of the new feature has already begun. All the users in India and Indonesia are expected to receive the feature on their app very soon.

It will be a beneficial thing for creators who want to engage in meaningful conversations with more than one person at a time. This would also make the Live sessions more fun for the viewers to watch since the conversations won't be streamlined anymore, instead it will be dynamic due to the presence of multiple users.

Original article: Instagram 'Live Rooms' Feature Rolling Out for Indian Users, All You Should Know

Vivo V20 Pro Price Revealed in India Day Ahead of the Official Launch

Posted: 01 Dec 2020 12:30 AM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/vivo-v20-pro-price/314245/, Vivo V20 Pro Price Revealed in India Day Ahead of the Official Launch

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The Vivo V20 Pro is all set to launch tomorrow, i.e. on December 2, 2020. It is worth noting that the device has already launched for the Thailand market back in September 2020. So key specifications of the device can be assumed. But now, some key retailers such as Reliance Digital, Poorvika Mobile, and Sangeetha Mobiles have revealed the specs and the pricing of the Vivo V20 Pro for India. Keep reading ahead to find out more about the Vivo V20 Pro.

Vivo V20 Pro Specifications as Revealed by the Retailers

As per the listing on the website of the retailers mentioned above, the Vivo V20 Pro should be launched with a 6.44-inch FHD+ AMOLED (1080 x 2400 pixels) display with HDR10 support. The weight of the device should be 170 grams.

The Vivo V20 Pro is expected to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G SoC coupled with up to 8GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. The chipset is 5G supportive, so the Vivo V20 Pro should be a 5G device. It is expected to run on FuntouchOS 11 out of the box on top of Android 10.

In the camera department, the Vivo V20 Pro is expected to come with a triple camera setup on the rear sporting a 64MP primary sensor paired with an 8MP secondary sensor and a 2MP sensor. The front camera should feature dual-cameras where the primary sensor is a 44MP lens paired with an 8MP secondary sensor.

In the connectivity department, the Vivo V20 Pro should support 5G, Bluetooth 5.1, Wi-Fi 802.11, and USB Type-C 2.0 along with a 3.5mm headphone jack. The device is expected to come with a 4,000mAh battery with support for 33W fast-charging.

Vivo V20 Pro Price as Revealed by the Retailers

As per the listing of the device across the websites mentioned above, the Vivo V20 Pro is expected to come in a single variant only. Its single variant will be 8GB RAM + 128GB internal storage which is priced Rs 29,990. The device will be available in two different colours, namely Midnight Jazz and Sunset Melody.

Even though the smartphone hasn't launched yet, there is an extreme possibility that these are the specs and the price of the Vivo V20 Pro which will launch tomorrow.

Original article: Vivo V20 Pro Price Revealed in India Day Ahead of the Official Launch

Motorola G9 Plus Gets BIS Certification, Might Launch Soon

Posted: 30 Nov 2020 11:03 PM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/motorola-g9-plus-india-launch/314240/, Motorola G9 Plus Gets BIS Certification, Might Launch Soon

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Motorola yesterday launched the Moto G 5G in the country, tagged as the 'most affordable 5G smartphone for India' by the company. Now Motorola might launch the Moto G9 Plus very soon for the Indian market. It is worth noting that the Moto G9, the base variant in the series was already launched in India back in August. For the unaware, the Moto G9 Plus is already selling on the Brazil market, and now, since the device has got a certification from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), it is expected to soon make its way to the Indian market.

Motorola G9 Plus Specifications (Expected)

There aren't any specifications mentioned in the BIS listing, but it can be assumed that the Indian variant of the device won't be any different from the global one. Looking at the global one, it can be expected that the Moto G9 Plus comes with a 6.8-inch FHD+ Max Vision display and HDR10 support.

The smartphone might be powered by the 2.2 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G SoC coupled with up to 4GB of RAM and 128GB internal storage. Out of the box, the Moto G9 Plus is expected to run on Android 10, but if it's Android 11, that would be even better.

There might be a quad-camera setup on the rear of the device housing a 64MP primary sensor paired with an 8GB wide-angle lens, a 2MP depth sensor, and a 2MP macro sensor. For additional security, the fingerprint scanner might be mounted on the side.

It is likely that the device carries a massive 5,000mAh battery with support for 30W TurboPower charging technology. The smartphone won't be 5G supportive. In connectivity, the Moto G9 Plus is expected to come with support for NFC, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB Type-C port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Motorola G9 Plus Price (Expected)

The Motorola G9 Plus was launched for BRL 2,499.10 in Brazil which is approximately Rs 34,500. But the original price for India should be much lesser than the price assumed above. This is because the pricing of the previous models was much lower than the Rs 30,000 mark. The Moto G9 was launched for Rs 11,499 for 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage.

Original article: Motorola G9 Plus Gets BIS Certification, Might Launch Soon

Vodafone Idea Hikes Prices of Rs 598 and Rs 749 Family Postpaid Plans by Rs 50

Posted: 30 Nov 2020 09:12 PM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/vi-price-hike-family-postpaid-plans/314206/, Vodafone Idea Hikes Prices of Rs 598 and Rs 749 Family Postpaid Plans by Rs 50

Vodafone Idea has been one of the go-to operators for postpaid services thanks to its affordable and unique plans. For individual customers, Vodafone Idea has a unique postpaid plan of Rs 1,099 which offers a slew of benefits. Alongside the postpaid plans aimed at individual users, Vodafone Idea aka Vi has five postpaid plans aimed at the individual users, however, for Family users, the telco has four plans on offer. The telco also seems to be introducing Vi REDX Family postpaid plan at Rs 1,099, but the benefits are not yet listed accurately on the company’s website. Vi has now hiked the prices of Rs 598 and Rs 749 by just over Rs 50. Continue reading to know more about the revised postpaid plans by Vodafone Idea.

Vi Hikes Prices of Rs 598 and Rs 749 Postpaid Plans

Vodafone Idea’s RED Family plans earlier started at Rs 598. However, after the price revision, they start at Rs 649. The Rs 598 plan’s price has been increased to Rs 649, whereas the Rs 749 RED Family plan now costs Rs 799. The price hike is already effective across all the circles where Vodafone Idea is providing RED Family plans.

The Rs 649 Vi RED Family S plan (formerly Rs 598) offers 80GB data benefit, unlimited voice calling to any network within India and 100 SMSes for one month. The 80GB data benefit is split between two connections- the primary connection gets 50GB data benefit, whereas the secondary connection gets 30GB. And yes, the Rs 649 Family S plan comes with two connections.

The Rs 799 Family M postpaid plan offers 120GB data benefit, unlimited voice calling and 100 SMSes for one month. Also, the Rs 799 postpaid plan offers three connections and the data benefit is split as 60GB for primary connections and 30GB each for secondary connections.

Other benefits of the plans include Amazon Prime subscription for primary connections and Vi Movies & TV subscription for both primary & secondary connections. As noted, the Rs 1,099 REDX Family is listed on Vi’s website, but the company is yet to reveal the complete details. For the unaware, Vi is already offering REDX plan at Rs 1,099 to individual customers.

Original article: Vodafone Idea Hikes Prices of Rs 598 and Rs 749 Family Postpaid Plans by Rs 50

Smaller Broadband Players Have Equal Opportunity to Grow as Big Players: Motilal Oswal

Posted: 30 Nov 2020 08:04 PM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/smaller-broadband-players-equal-opportunity/314196/, Smaller Broadband Players Have Equal Opportunity to Grow as Big Players: Motilal Oswal

The Indian wireline market has remained highly underpenetrated for years due to weak wired infrastructure. However, with Reliance Jio entering the segment, it is expected that the ISP would create similar disruption as it did to the telecom market four years ago. Motilal Oswal believes that Jio’s aggressive push in the broadband market may not create an impact. In global markets, wired broadband is a well-networked infrastructure leveraged for data consumption, driven by higher Fibre-to-the-Home (FTTH) penetration supported by lower FTTH deployment cost/subscriber. In India, the situation is quite the opposite as the market has seen limited investments which resulted in subscriber growth and a major shift towards wireless consumption. Furthermore, the market research firm added that the smaller broadband players in the country have equal opportunities in the market as big players.

Small Players Gain Market Share During Lockdown

Reliance Jio has set its sights of achieving 50 million broadband subscribers and Motilal Oswal says a player of Jio’ scale and the past record could drive growth in the ecosystem. Jio’s current target of 50 million is a massive 2.5x higher than the existing industry subscriber base of 20.5 million. The Indian Wireline market is currently dominated by BSNL, Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio, which account for around 57% of the total market size.

If seen in the context of total households in India at 298 million and 197 million TV-owning households, the market potential seems strong. The market is divided in a way that 20-25% of subscribers are premium high ARPU customers, while the rest are satisfied with low ARPU data connectivity plans, believes Motilal Oswal. With Jio’s launch, other players have stepped up network rollout/home passes to retain the market share.

Internet Service Providers (ISPs) are currently targeting premium customers with higher APRU fibre-based plans along with value-added services like entertainment, home security and automation. The local ISPs are also predicted to have equal opportunity to grow in the market. The research firm stated that there’s an increased demand for low ARPU conventional home broadband connectivity during the recent lockdown. The performances of regional ISPs from March 2020 to August 2020 also suggest the same as they accounted for 84% of the overall wireline subscriber growth of 7%.

Original article: Smaller Broadband Players Have Equal Opportunity to Grow as Big Players: Motilal Oswal

BSNL Rs 199, Rs 798 and Rs 999 Postpaid Plans Now Available Across All Circles

Posted: 30 Nov 2020 05:49 PM PST

This post first appeared on TelecomTalk Read more at: https://telecomtalk.info/bsnl-rs199-rs798-new-postpaid-plans/314182/, BSNL Rs 199, Rs 798 and Rs 999 Postpaid Plans Now Available Across All Circles

As we reported last month, BSNL is getting aggressive in the postpaid segment with three postpaid plans of Rs 199, Rs 798 and Rs 999. Alongside launching these plans, the telco removed the existing postpaid plans of Rs 99, Rs 225, Rs 325, Rs 799 and Rs 1,125. BSNL brought these new plans to compete with the latest postpaid offerings from Reliance Jio. Jio’s Postpaid Plus plans start at Rs 399, but the basic plan costs Rs 199 only. So the customers can now consider BSNL as well before opting for Jio’s Rs 199 plan. With these new postpaid plans, the telco has introduced data rollover facility and family add-on connections as well. Continue reading to know more about these new postpaid plans from BSNL in detail.

BSNL New Postpaid Plans Start at Rs 199: What You Should Know

Starting with the Rs 199 postpaid plan, it is the most affordable postpaid plan from the state-run telco since the Rs 99 plan has now been removed. The Rs 199 plan offers unlimited on-net voice calling, 300 off-net minutes, including MTNL network as well. The plan comes with 25GB of data benefit with rollover up to 75GB, after which the telco will charge Rs 10.24 per GB. Lastly, users also get 100 SMSes per day benefit.

The Rs 798 postpaid plan is a unique offering. With this plan, BSNL is providing unlimited voice calling to any network within India, 50GB data benefit with rollover up to 150GB and 100 SMSes per day. BSNL is also offering two family connections with unlimited voice facility, 50GB data and 100 SMSes per day with each family connection separately.

Lastly, there’s the Rs 999 postpaid plan from BSNL which comes with unlimited voice calling to any network, 75GB data with rollover up to 225GB and 100 SMSes per day. The telco is also providing three family connections with unlimited voice facility, 75GB data and 100 SMSes per day with each family connection separately.

As you can see, BSNL is offering three times data rollover with its new postpaid plans. Also, unlimited voice means 250 minutes per day; If a customer uses more than 250 minutes in a day, additional charges will apply as base plan tariff. Existing users on the Rs 99, Rs 225, Rs 325, Rs 799 and Rs 1125 will stay on the same plans until further notice from the company.

Original article: BSNL Rs 199, Rs 798 and Rs 999 Postpaid Plans Now Available Across All Circles

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