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• Jio, Vi and Airtel Can Now Extend Network in Remote Areas Using Satellites
• BSNL Offering Rs 300 Off on Broadband Plans for Employees
• Nokia All Set to Debut First 5G Smartphone in China Few Months Later
• How Atmanirbhar Bharat Campaign Is Elevating the Tech Space in India
• Mi India Witnesses Boost in Rs 20,000 – Rs 45,000 Smartphone Segment
• Panasonic 4K, Smart TVs to Bring the Heat Back in Market
• WhatsApp Multi-device Feature Might Rollout for Beta Users Soon
• Samsung Galaxy F22 Looks Like Ideal Entry-Level 4G Smartphone
• Redmi Might Launch 120Hz Refresh Rate, 67W Fast Charging Powerful Device
• Redmi Note 10T Might Come With MediaTek Dimensity 700
• Airtel Xstream Fiber Launches ‘Secure Internet’ for Rs 99 Per Month
• Smartphones, TVs and Electronics Are Getting Expensive, But Why?
• Twitter May Loose Immunity Due to Failure of Compliance to New IT Rules: Centre to Court
• Airtel HD Set-Top Box Cheapest Among All Other STBs, Check Prices
• Bharti Airtel 30 Days Plan is Expensive, But as Good as Jio and Vodafone Idea’s Offerings
• BSNL Fund Raising Plan By Asset Selling Might be a Step Back: Opinion

Jio, Vi and Airtel Can Now Extend Network in Remote Areas Using Satellites Posted: 06 Jul 2021 08:00 AM PDT The telecom companies in India have been long limited by the towers and the limited capacity. Further, the financial crunch has limited their prowess for deploying expensive equipment across the country to boost capacity. Bringing a cure to this issue, DoT, in the latest turn of events, has allowed the usage of VSAT operators to provide satellite-based cellular connectivity to telecom companies. This means that the capacity of the telecom companies can be improved simply by using VSAT technology without the need to deploying any additional equipment. DCC Holding On the Recommendations of TRAI The Digital Communications Commission (DCC), headed by Telecom Secretary Anshu Prakash, was the body to finally grant permission to allow VSAT usage for expanding connectivity. It is worth noting that DCC has not yet approved the Spectrum Usage Charge recommendations of TRAI. On the issue of VSAT usage for increasing connectivity in far-flung areas, Telecom Secretary Anshu Prakash said that it would reduce Capex requirements, will improve ease of doing business, and will help the telecom operators in providing communication facilities in the remotest parts of the country. Backhaul Connectivity to Boost Availability of Network in Remote Places The satellite-based backhaul connectivity is provided in India by companies like Hughes Communications, Nelco, and state-run BSNL. These companies are the VSAT permission holders, which will partner up with companies like Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone Idea to provide increased connectivity. OneWeb to Play a Big Role in Satellite Access Bharti Airtel led OneWeb, led by Sunil Bharti Mittal, is also venturing into the business of launching LEO (Low Earth Orbit) satellites to provide terminal access services. The company, OneWeb, is a joint venture between the UK government and Indian company Bharti Airtel. The company is going to play a big role in launching the Starlink project of Elon Musk, which is set to provide internet connectivity using satellite. Sunil Bharti Mittal clarified a few days back that under the OneWeb project, it plans on reducing the price of launching a satellite access terminal by almost half. The good thing about this new move is that the VSAT based services will help the telecom companies in extending their services in the remotest parts.

BSNL Offering Rs 300 Off on Broadband Plans for Employees Posted: 06 Jul 2021 07:00 AM PDT Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) seems to be in a race to the top with its intensifying offers and various plans, which it seems to be deliberately making attractive. If the attractive prepaid offerings and extra data were not enough, BSNL has informed about a new offer under which its retired and current employees will be able to enjoy BSNL services with a very luring discount. However, the thing to note here is that the new offer is only applicable to the wired broadband services of BSNL. Details About BSNL Employee Offer BSNL has informed that this discount will be able for Air Fibre services of BSNL or the Bharat Fibre connections. However, the thing to keep in mind if you are a BSNL employee is that the offer is not applicable in the MTNL areas of Mumbai and Delhi. There is a separate offering ongoing for the areas which will be applicable in the required circumstances. As for the current offer, the maximum discount available under this would be limited to 40% of the total plan value. The customers will have to get a plan of at least Rs 599 Fixed Monthly Charges (FMCs) to be eligible for this offer. It is also noticeable that the discount is limited to Rs 300, meaning that no matter how high your FMC is, the maximum discount you would be able to get is Rs 300. Under this plan, the BSNL employees are at a maximum benefit. Hence, if you are someone who is in the rungs of the BSNL employee lot, then this offer is certainly a steal deal for you. Another benefit that you must not miss is that this offer does not discriminate between retired employees and the current employees of BSNL. BSNL FTTH Plans a Good Choice Right Now One of the reasons why BSNL FTTH plans might be the right choice for a lot of people is that these plans have stopped coming with daily data limits. This used to be one of the features restricting people from getting BSNL connections. Not only this, but the higher BSNL plans come with bundled OTT services like Disney+ and Hotstar Premium, and not Hotstar VIP, which is something that even the higher plans of private telecom operators do not offer.

Nokia All Set to Debut First 5G Smartphone in China Few Months Later Posted: 06 Jul 2021 06:30 AM PDT Brands all over the world are launching 5G smartphones. The latest fifth-generation network is undergoing drastic developments with use-cases being tested for various purposes and the countries across the globe allotting spectrum to the respective telecom operators. Major brands like OnePlus, Apple have already joined the race by launching 5G-enabled smartphones. Although the 5G technology might be a few years away in India, it is not discouraging people from buying 5G enabled phones. In the latest development, we have come to know that HMD Global, the licensed manufacturer of Nokia devices, is all set to launch its first 5G smartphone in China. Nokia 5G Device to First Show Up in China The date on which this new purported 5G device by Nokia will make its debut has been said to be November 11. As per the reports issued by ITHome, HMD Global will name this device as Nokia 9.3. With this new launch, Nokia will also join the league of brands that have launched their 5G enabled smartphones. Nokia G20 Launched in India With a Budget Price Tag Speaking of the line-up which HMD Global has launched in India, the latest debut by the brand is Nokia G20, which is a lower mid-range smartphone. Speaking of the specifications of this device, the Nokia G20 comes with a 6.5-inch HD+ display with 1600x720p resolution. Powering it from the inside is the octa-core MediaTek G35 processor, which works in coordination with 4GB of memory stick and 64GB of storage. One of the highlights of this launch was the fact that this device is available in only one variant, which means the consumers have only the option of buying the 4GB and 64GB variant. The battery on this device is a massive 5050mAh which will be able to deliver 3 days of battery life using AI-enabled features for better optimisation. The Nokia G20 also comes with SD card support meaning you can expand the memory. It currently retails for Rs 12,999 in India.

How Atmanirbhar Bharat Campaign Is Elevating the Tech Space in India Posted: 06 Jul 2021 06:09 AM PDT The Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan has been the new vision for India, where all the industries are capitalising. The campaign has been launched by the Modi government to elevate the growth of various domestic sectors across the globe. One such industry which is expected to provide multiple benefits from the Atmanirbhar Bharat Scheme is the tech industry. Under the scheme, India has already witnessed major changes in the technology landscape. After the announcement of the campaign, the largest telecom operator of India, Reliance Jio, announced that it had developed a 5G solution from scratch that would enable Indians in witnessing the true power of the 5G network. Not only this, but Apple has also made its way in India to commence manufacturing of one of their premium iPhone models in India. The major reasons that big tech players and emerging MSMEs are relying on the campaign is the government aid and benefits. New 5G IoT Chipset Developed by IIT Hyderbad Fulfils Promise of Atmanirbhar Bharat IIT Hyderabad has been actively involved in the development of 5G in India. The institute has recently developed a narrowband IoT chipset that will enable long battery life devices up to 10 years. The new NB-IoT is being called Koala, and it comes with support for 3GPP Rel-13/14. Not only this, but it is also compliant with the NB-IoT modem with integrated baseband and radio. Prof B S Murty, who is the director of the institute, stated that the new development by IIT Hyderabad fulfils the promise of Atmanirbhar Bharat since these technologies are being developed in India. The Government has Launched Six Technology Innovation Platforms To identify and rectify technology problems faced by domestic industry, the Indian government has launched six technology innovation platforms. The newly launched platforms will completely focus on the development of technologies for globally competitive manufacturing in India. The investment by the government can also be considered under the Atmanirbhar Bharat campaign. More than 39,000 experts, students, institutes and labs have already registered on these platforms. India is eager to dive into the 5G sea, which is the next big thing in the tech industry. Since we are still in the development stage, the government is lucrative big tech players to invest their efforts and time in the nation and elevate the credibility of our manufacturing capabilities. In case you are not aware, India is already working on a locally developed technology called 5Gi. It would be too early to detail the benefits and loopholes of 5Gi. At this moment, we can see a huge wave of investment by MSMEs and other tech players in the Indian tech space to further drive the Atmanirbhar Bharat campaign.

Mi India Witnesses Boost in Rs 20,000 – Rs 45,000 Smartphone Segment Posted: 06 Jul 2021 04:55 AM PDT Xiaomi launched multiple new smartphones in the first half of 2021 in India. There were plenty of devices in the mid-range and premium smartphone segments. As per a release from the company, Mi India witnessed a jump of 11% market share in the Rs 20,000 to Rs 45,000 smartphone segment in mere eight months. This jump signifies that Xiaomi is moving in the right direction in the Indian market and is executing its plans correctly. Mi 10i, Mi 11X, and Mi 11X Pro Contributed to Growth of Xiaomi The Xiaomi Mi 10i, Mi 11X, and Mi 11X Pro contributed a lot to the growth of the market share of Xiaomi in the concerned price segment. The numbers come directly from Counterpoint Research which said that Xiaomi's market share in the month of May 2021 in the Rs 20k to Rs 45k category was 14%. It is worth noting that just eight months back, in October 2020, Xiaomi's market share stood at 3% in the same category. But the launch of the Mi 10i, Mi 11X, and the Mi 11X Pro has helped the company a lot. A few of the major competitors of Xiaomi in the same price range is OnePlus, Oppo, Vivo, Apple, Samsung and iQOO. For the unaware, the Mi 11X received a great response from the Indian market because of the price to performance ratio the device promised. In the first 45 days of launch, Xiaomi sold Rs 300 crore worth of Mi 11X series devices in the country. Xiaomi has been really pushing hard in terms of innovation and providing power to its devices. It will be interesting to see how tough a competition the Mi 11 Ultra will be able to give its direct competitors which will be the iPhone 12 mini, OnePlus 9 Pro, and the Vivo X60 Pro+. However, Xiaomi is still far away from being the top company in the said segment.

Panasonic 4K, Smart TVs to Bring the Heat Back in Market Posted: 06 Jul 2021 03:34 AM PDT Panasonic is one of the better-known consumer electronics and home appliances brands in India. However, the company has also invested a lot of its resources into coming out with excellent Smart TVs. Today, Panasonic has announced not one, not two, but 11 new TV models. The price of the new portfolio of Smart TVs from the company starts from Rs 25,490. Among the TV models, there are a few which support 4K resolution as well. Panasonic Launches 11 New Android-Powered Smart TVs in India In a release, the company said that it had launched 11 new Android-powered Smart TVs in India. The 11 new TV models come under four different TV series – JX850, JX750, JX650, and JS650. These Smart TVs range from 32-inch to 65-inches to ensure that there is something for everyone. If you notice, there are two main series' of TVs mentioned above – JS and JX. The JS TV series starts from Rs 50,990 and will be categorised under premium products, while the JX series will start from Rs 25,490 and will be under the mid-range category. Panasonic Android TVs can support Accuview Display, Super Bright Plus, Wide colour gamut, Dolby Vision, surreal sound and more. Through the Miraie app of Panasonic, a range of smart products from the company, including AC, doorbells, and more, can be controlled directly through your TV. The Android TVs from Panasonic also come with support for Google Assistant and Alexa. The JX850 TV series will allow users to get a hands-free and seamless experience out of their Smart TV. Because of the Android TV platform, users of these Panasonic Smart TVs will be able to see their favourite content from applications such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, ZEE5 Premium, Voot, YouTube, ALTBalaji, and more. The TVs will be available for customers around the country through across all the brand and retails stores of the company.

WhatsApp Multi-device Feature Might Rollout for Beta Users Soon Posted: 06 Jul 2021 01:30 AM PDT The retention of social media platforms has torn the roof in the current landscape. Nearly every active smartphone user is using one of the renowned platforms to connect with their social circle. To make the platform experience premium and hassle-free, social media platforms are rolling out new features and updates to intrigue the users. In a new development, the Facebook-owned platform WhatsApp might soon provide beta users early access to its multi-device feature. We have been hearing about the development of multi-device features for a long period. It is expected that WhatsApp is rolling out a trial phase and planning to roll out the new feature to a small chunk of beta subscribers. Early Access to WhatsApp Multi-device Feature Will be Available Soon As reported by Wabetainfo, the early pass of the multi-device feature will be provided to beta users soon. WhatsApp will ask users to extend their support and test its various features that are currently in the development stage. Users who will sign up for early access to the multi-device feature will be able to use WhatsApp Web without an internet connection on the smartphone. Since the multi-device feature will be under the trial stage, it will have limited slots available for users. Also, all the users who wish to test the feature will have to update to the latest beta version. What Exactly is WhatsApp Multi-Device Feature? In case you are not aware, the multi-device feature will allow users to log in to a single account using four devices. In simple words, users will be able to use WhatsApp on both iPad and iPhone at the same time. To address the benefits and loopholes of the new feature, WhatsApp is eyeing an early beta launch. Mark Zuckerberg stated his opinions on the multi-device feature and started getting all the conversations and media sync across all the devices even after your smartphone battery dies is challenging. However, WhatsApp is working hard to ensure that messages between users remain safe even when they switch devices. To elevate the security, WhatsApp might roll out the multi-device feature with end-to-end encryption.

Samsung Galaxy F22 Looks Like Ideal Entry-Level 4G Smartphone Posted: 06 Jul 2021 01:29 AM PDT Samsung has launched multiple 4G smartphones that fall in the affordable range. Today, the South Korean tech giant launched the Galaxy F22 in the Indian market which is also a super affordable smartphone. Don't confuse it to be as affordable as a Rs 6K to Rs 7k smartphone, but it is still quite affordable. The Galaxy F22 comes with a humongous battery and has a super impressive display when the price is considered. Let's take a complete look at the specifications and price of the smartphone. Samsung Galaxy F22 Specifications Samsung Galaxy F22 comes with a 6.4-inch super-AMOLED display that can support 90Hz refresh rate. The smartphone has a huge 6,000mAh battery which means that the device will come with great battery life. Further, there's a quad-camera setup at the rear with a 48MP primary sensor paired with an 8MP secondary sensor, 2MP depth sensor, and a 2MP macro sensor. For selfies, the device comes with a 13MP front sensor. The Samsung Galaxy F22 runs on the One UI 3.0 based on Android 11 out of the box. The device can only support 15W fast-charging, but it is not too bad given that it will run for quite long on a single charge. It is powered by the MediaTek Helio G80 coupled with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. It has a fingerprint sensor at the side and supports face unlock too. Samsung Galaxy F22 Price The Samsung Galaxy F22 comes in two variants in India. The first variant comes with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage for Rs 12,499 and the second variant with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage for Rs 14,499. If the users buy directly from Flipkart, they will get an introductory discount of Rs 1,000. The first sale of the device will start from July 13, 12 PM. It will be available in two colour options – Blue and Black.

Redmi Might Launch 120Hz Refresh Rate, 67W Fast Charging Powerful Device Posted: 06 Jul 2021 01:00 AM PDT Redmi, a spinoff brand from Xiaomi, has gained a lot of popularity because of the price to performance ratio its devices offer. If someone's looking for a cheap or affordable smartphone with a very decent performance, he/she definitely considers Redmi as a very good and viable brand to purchase from. Now, Redmi might launch a new smartphone, but there won't be anything cheap about the device. It is not the price but the features of the smartphone that will make it a 'premium' device. Let's take a look at all that might come with Redmi's new powerful smartphone. Redmi New Smartphone With Powerful Features Expected to Launch Soon As per a tip from the leakster Digital Chat Station (DCS), Redmi is going to launch a new powerful smartphone very soon. The smartphone is expected to come with a huge battery of 5,000mAh with support for 67W fast charging. Further, the device might support 120Hz high-refresh-rate that will make the visuals of the smartphone very good. In the chipset department, the leakster said the device might come with the MediaTek MT689X chipset. For the unaware, the MediaTek MT689X chipset is comparable to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 and 865+. For clicking great shots, the smartphone might come with a 64MP primary sensor at the rear. There was no more information about the device available from the leakster. However, so far, the smartphone actually sounds really good in terms of specifications if the price of it will be in the mid-range segment or even lower. Further, Redmi is expected to launch a new smartphone called the Redmi Note 10T in India very soon. The information about the launch of the smartphone has already gone live on the official website of Amazon India. It will be yet another addition to the famous Redmi Note 10 series in India, which already has devices including Redmi Note 10, Redmi Note 10 Pro, Redmi Note 10 Pro Max, and the Redmi Note 10S.

Redmi Note 10T Might Come With MediaTek Dimensity 700 Posted: 06 Jul 2021 12:13 AM PDT Redmi Note 10T is going to launch very soon in India. It will become yet another addition to the Redmi Note 10 series, which already has popular devices, namely Redmi Note 10, Redmi Note 10 Pro, Redmi Note 10 Pro Max, and Redmi Note 10S. The Redmi Note 10T's India launch has been confirmed by the online retail giant Amazon. The smartphone is already available in the international markets; thus, it won't be too hard for us to assume its specifications. In the Russian market, where it has already launched, the device came with MediaTek Dimensity 700 chipset. Redmi Note 10T Expected to be '5G' Supportive The Redmi Note 10T is expected to be launched in the Indian market as a 5G smartphone. If the device comes with the MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC, it will definitely be a 5G phone. But Xiaomi can use a different chipset for the smartphone and make it a 4G only offering to keep the price of it lower than the International markets. However, the Redmi Note 10T with the MediaTek Dimensity 700 won't be too expensive since it is a chipset made for affordable 5G devices. For the unaware, the Realme 8 5G runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 and is quite affordable as well. Going by the Russian pricing, the Redmi Note 10T might be priced somewhere around the Rs 20k mark if it comes with the Dimensity 700. However, if Xiaomi decides to use a cheaper 4G chipset, then the price of the smartphone might fall a little lower. Looking at the Russian variant, the Redmi Note 10T might come with support for 90Hz refresh rate and a triple-camera setup at the rear, where the primary camera sensor is a 48MP lens paired with a 2MP macro and a 2MP depth sensor. The device is offered with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage.

Airtel Xstream Fiber Launches ‘Secure Internet’ for Rs 99 Per Month Posted: 05 Jul 2021 11:49 PM PDT Airtel Xstream Fiber has just launched 'secure internet', which is a solution aimed at keeping a user's internet experience safe and keep unwanted content and sites away. As customers in India spend more time online for Work from Home, e-commerce and entertainment, they are becoming increasingly vulnerable to cyber threats. India saw a 300% spike in cyber-attacks during 2020 as per data compiled by CERT-In. Around 59% of people in the country (adults) have been a victim of cybercrime in the last year, according to the sixth annual Norton Cyber Safety Insights report. Online classes and E-Learning for kids has brought the need for effective content filtering on the internet to the forefront. But Airtel Xstream Fiber's 'secure internet' feature is here to help you with this problem. Airtel Xstream Fiber Secure Internet, What is It? To solve these large emerging challenges for its customers, Airtel Xstream Fiber has launched a highly relevant online service – 'Secure Internet'. It blocks malware (including viruses), high-risk websites and apps in real-time; by using Airtel's network security apparatus for complete devices connected to the Airtel Xstream Fiber through the 'Wi-Fi'. 'Secure Internet' offers multiple security modes for varying customer needs, from remote working to online classes. With its Child Safe and Study Modes, customers can block websites and applications with unwanted, adult/graphic content not suitable for children, thereby providing much-needed protection from online threats to a particularly vulnerable section of society. The service is available for all Airtel Xstream Fiber customers for a monthly subscription for Rs. 99/-. The subscription comes with a 30-day complimentary trial of the service, post which it is billed. The service is easily activated/deactivate through the Airtel Thanks app. It is a solution that will surely benefit many people regardless of what they are using the internet for. This solution will give people peace of mind whenever they are browsing the internet.

Smartphones, TVs and Electronics Are Getting Expensive, But Why? Posted: 05 Jul 2021 11:09 PM PDT The drive for digital India has seen multiple new companies emerging in the market with their electronics and related products. A few of the companies, including OnePlus, Samsung, Apple, Xiaomi, Redmi, Oppo, Realme, Vivo, and more, have won the hearts of Indian people with their several products. India is a very price-sensitive market, and in a market such as this, if companies don't price their products properly, they are going to lose out on customers' love. Recently, companies have been hiking the price of their electronic products such as smartphones and TVs. But why are these prices going up all of a sudden? Let's find out. Huge Shipping Costs One of the biggest changes that pandemic has brought to the business world is the shipping routes and shipping charges. Companies now need to shift to newer routes and suppliers because of the restrictions and lockdowns in certain places. For companies that have to take larger routes, they need to shell out more money. Further, even the shipping costs, in general, have risen up quite significantly. Shortage of Components It is very simple math; the scarcer a commodity is, the more its value will be. At this point in time, there is a severe chip shortage throughout the world. It is affecting companies that manufacture electronics on a large scale. Further, other components of electronic products such as display panels and more have become scarce too. Huge shipping costs and shortage of components are two of the major reasons why companies who were selling their products at a low-profit margin had to increase the pricing of their offerings. Companies such as Redmi have already implemented a price hike to their multiple products. Just yesterday, we reported that the Redmi Note 10 Pro had received its second price hike in one month. There are tons of other products that will be receiving price hikes very soon, so don't be surprised if you saw a particular product at a cheaper rate, and now its price has increased.

Twitter May Loose Immunity Due to Failure of Compliance to New IT Rules: Centre to Court Posted: 05 Jul 2021 10:09 PM PDT The Government on Monday informed the Delhi High Court that popular social media platform Twitter had been unsuccessful when it came to the compliance of the country’s new IT Rules, which might lead to losing immunity that is provided under the Information Technology or IT Act. An affidavit filed in the high court, mentioned that the details obtained via Twitter’s website or application, as interim, the grievances that arose from India were being handled by an official located in the US which was non-compliant with the IT Rules, 2021. The IT Rules, 2021 are now the law of the land with Twitter having told that it is mandatorily to comply with the same. The matter will be coming up for hearing today. In case you were wondering, the Centre’s affidavit, which was filed by N Samaya Balan, who is working as Scientist-E for the Cyber Law Group within the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology or MeitY, added that Twitter was an intermediary under the meaning of a provision of the IT Act, 2000 as well as a Significant Social Media Intermediary (SSMI) under the new IT Rules of 2021. What Does the Affidavit Mention? It is mentioned that in spite of the three months of time provided to all SSMIs so as to meet with or comply to the new IT Rules 2021 having been expired on May 26, Twitter has failed to fully comply with the law. The IT Rules were first notified to the organisations on February 25. The affidavit mentions that I (N Samaya Balan) submit that respondent no.2, which is Twitter had initially appointed the interim resident grievance officer (RGO) and the interim nodal contact person. Later on, respondent no.2 (Twitter) informed the answering respondent which is MeitY that the interim RGO and nodal officer have withdrawn/ resigned from their positions. Furthermore, it is mentioned that the Samaya Balan had submitted that as per the details gleaned from the respondent No. 2 websites/mobile application, in the interim the grievances from India are being handled by personnel of respondent No. 2 situated in the United States of America which amounts to non-compliance with the IT Rules 2021. The affidavit, which was filed via the Central government standing counsel Ripudaman Singh Bhardwaj, added that the social media platform had failed to comply with the IT Rules, 2021 as of July 1 for the following reasons: the position of the RGO is vacant; the position of the nodal contact person is vacant, and the physical contact address, which was shown to be there on May 29, is not available again on the Twitter website and, the chief compliance officer has not been appointed. The officer added that the authority had submitted the IT Rules 2021 and respondent no.2, which is Twitter is mandatorily required to comply with the same. The Centre added that Twitter qualifies as an SSMI and is obligated to comply with the provisions of the IT Rules, 2021. On July 3, Twitter had also filed its affidavit stating that it was in the final stages when it came to the appointment of an interim chief compliance officer and an interim resident grievance officer under the new IT Rules. As of now, grievances being raised by Indian users are looked after by a grievance officer, Twitter had mentioned.

Airtel HD Set-Top Box Cheapest Among All Other STBs, Check Prices Posted: 05 Jul 2021 08:19 PM PDT In case you are looking to change DTH service providers, then the very first thing you will likely do is buy a set-top box. While the channel packs, bouquets, and the monthly subscription fees is something that will remain uniform across all DTH providers, the price of the set-top box is something that will vary from DTH company to company. This means that choosing the DTH provider which offers a great deal on a set-top box is likely to save you some bucks and in a few extreme cases, a month of subscription fees as well. We ran a comparison between all set-top boxes, what they are offering and the price they are retailing at along with the applicable discounts, and here is a run-over of what's the absolute best. Dish TV DishNXT HD Set-Top Box Dish TV happens to be one of the most liked DTH companies in the country right now. The DTH provider has been continuously providing offers to its consumers to draw more customers. Rightly so, because of the latest filing Dish TV seem to be a little in financial distress even though its Watcho app has been doing exceptionally well. However, when it comes to Set-Top Boxes, Dish TV gets left behind as its HD STB, the DishNXT HD STB is priced at Rs 1,590 much more than others in the same range. However, consumers get a lifetime warranty and Rs 2,000 worth of coupons, and one-month subscription free. Tata Sky Set-Top Box With Additional Rs 150 Offer Tata Sky's Set-Top Box is although priced at Rs 1,499 for the same HD variant as the others listed here, it comes with a Rs 150 discount with a code for paying online. Using a special code given on the Tata Sky website and making the payment online, the consumers can avail the benefit of this discount and get the Set-Top Box at a cheaper rate. It is also worth noting that other Set-Top Boxes of Tata Sky remain in the premium range, like the Binge Set-Top Box which retails at Rs 2,499 but with a similar Rs 200 discount. D2h HD Set-Top Box As for another HD Set-Top Box by D2h, which is yet another popular company in the DTH segment, the Set-Top Box is retailing for Rs 1,355. It is worth noting that the D2h STB has a low retailing price already and hence does not come with any offers. Instead, it further offers a Gold HD subscription for a month free of cost with the Set-Top Box purchase. Airtel HD Set-Top Box at Rs 1,300 Lastly, the Airtel HD Set-Top Box is the cheapest of the lot right now and seems to be retailing at a measly Rs 1,300. On top of it, Airtel is advertising an extra 10% discount which the consumers can avail using a special code on the Airtel Digital website. This means that the new customers will be able to get the cheapest Set-Top Box for a further reduction of 10% on price thus making the Airtel HD Set-Top Box a clear winner. However, if you are going for the premium services and Android TV add-ons then the Airtel Xstream Premium Set-Top Box still remains very pricey at Rs 3,298, whereas the Basic version retails for Rs 2,499.

Bharti Airtel 30 Days Plan is Expensive, But as Good as Jio and Vodafone Idea’s Offerings Posted: 05 Jul 2021 06:31 PM PDT Bharti Airtel offers the most expensive 30 days prepaid plan amongst all the operators including Vodafone Idea (Vi) and Reliance Jio. Reliance Jio started the trend of offering round-figure validities to users. The new plans introduced by Jio came with validities of 15, 30, 60, 90 and 365 days. This was of course followed by its rivals Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea. Both the second and third largest telecom operators in India currently offer 30 and 60 days plan to the users. While comparing these plans from all the operators, it was interesting, not surprising to see Airtel's 30 days plan coming out to be the most expensive. However, Airtel's plan also offers something more than what Jio and Vi provide their users with. Bharti Airtel 30 Days Plan Bharti Airtel offers its 30 days plan for Rs 299. This plan comes with 30GB of total data and offers users truly unlimited voice calling and 100 SMS/day. There are Airtel Thanks benefits included with the plan that offers users a free trial of Amazon Prime Video Mobile Edition, Free Hellotunes subscription, Airtel Xstream Premium, Wynk Music, and much more. Reliance Jio and Vodafone Idea 30 Days Plan Reliance Jio and Vodafone Idea each offer their 30 days plan for Rs 247 and Rs 267, respectively. The data offered by both these plans is the same which is 25GB. Further, both the plans offer unlimited voice calling and 100 SMS/day. With Jio's plan, users get additional benefits of a suite of Jio apps and Vodafone Idea offers users free access to the Vi Movies & TV Classic. But before you make up your mind that Airtel's plan is bad, just read ahead. Airtel's Plan is as Good as Jio, Vi's Plan Upon calculation, the average cost of each gigabyte (GB) of data offered to the users by either of the operators is approximately Rs 10 with the 30 days plans. All the companies offer additional benefits, but with Airtel's plans, there are Airtel Thanks benefits included which is pretty sweet. Apart from that, the voice calling and 100 SMS/day benefits are the same which means that almost every plan is the same. The only thing is, if you can settle with less data, you can go for Jio's or Vi's plan. But if you need at least 1GB of daily data, you can go with Airtel's Rs 299 plan. And yes, the biggest feature that's common between these plans is that all of them offers users the convenience of consuming all of their data in one go. There are no daily limits on place for data consumption.

BSNL Fund Raising Plan By Asset Selling Might be a Step Back: Opinion Posted: 05 Jul 2021 04:30 PM PDT Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is the only telecom operator after Vodafone Idea, which has found itself among the financial crunch. However, things for BSNL seem to be a little different, with the shadow of central government looming over itself. This complicates things about BSNL regarding its competency in the industry and even its survival. Looking at the centre's moods, we can definitely say that the public telecom company is here to stay as it falls under a "strategic" sector for the government. Not only this, but the centre has already shown its intention of keeping a four-player industry with one public telco in the scene. However, the recent plans of monetising BSNL assets have not been met with delight by various trade unions. Unions Against Selling to Private Buyers On Monday, the All Unions and Associations of Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (AUAB) opposed the Government's plans to raise Rs 40,000 crore by monetising BSNL's towers and optical fibre and a proposal to restructure manpower. There are some fine lines that should be tread on for the wellbeing of the public telecom company. Usually, the trade unions have a rigid stance against any kind of privatisation and take a position of strict government control, but for entirely different reasons, BSNL should likely look into other options of raising money for its own good. Looking at the previous month results of BSNL, wherein it added 1.1 lakh new BSNL FTTH subscribers, it is clear that the public telecom company is killing it in at least one arena and that is wired broadband. Even though BSNL owns the spectrum and a chunk of requisite equipment, it has not been able to roll out the 4G services. In such a situation, where BSNL 4G is a few years away, and BSNL wired broadband seems to be gaining traction, cutting even a fraction of capacity by putting it on the lot for private players is a step back. Administrative Inefficiencies BSNL's approach of relying on Indian Telecom Service officers has also been questioned a lot in recent times, and the recent push of lateral entry by the government should be well thought of in the case of the public telco as well. While at the time, employees were being given VRS and BSNL was on the rally to cut redundancy in the workforce, a lot of Principal General Managers and General Managers (GMs) posted on deputation with the company were incurring Rs 90-100 crore per year as salary. If the internal discrepancies are minimised, then possibly these resources can be put to better use on the back of good efficiency. Right now, the widespread network of BSNL remains its strongest point. Cutting that off in favour of raising money might prove to be detrimental for the extensive FTTH spread, which might put BSNL on the map again. Instead, the focus of BSNL should on fixing administrative inefficiencies, slightly raising tariffs on the back of floor pricing, which seems to be imminent in the near future and expanding its wired broadband service.

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