India’s telecom users may have to pay more for mobile services, with another round of tariff hikes ready to roll out by the end of 2026. Industry estimates suggest telecom operators could raise mobile plan prices by 12-15%, marking the second major increase after the tariff
Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. (ZEEL) has launched its sports broadcasting business under the Unite8 Sports brand. The company received the required approvals from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting before the launch. Four sports channels are now live. These include Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports
The Indian telecom subscriber base has risen to 133.7 crore in April 2026. The data and growth are driven by the continued growth in wireless users and improved rural connectivity. The fresh data has been released by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI). The sector
India’s telecom regulator has proposed stricter financial penalties for telecom operators who fail to address consumer complaints within the prescribed timelines. The decision comes at a time when the sector faces growing concerns about spam calls, service disruptions, and delayed grievance redressal. The move by the Telecom
Finnish telecom equipment maker Nokia has warned of rising costs for network infrastructure in India, citing supply chain disruptions and growing demand linked to artificial intelligence (AI). The company said that evolving AI-driven data usage will also change how telecom networks handle traffic, prompting operators
The telecom companies in India have urged the government to reduce regulatory taxes and provide relief ahead of the Union Budget 2026. The current fiscal charges are a significant burden on operators’ finances. The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), representing major carriers, has made a
Airtel has initiated its transition from 5G to 5G Advanced with the deployment of a dual-mode 5G network—combining Non-Standalone (NSA) and Standalone (SA) models. Designed to deliver higher speeds, lower latency, and enhanced reliability across India, this dual-mode architecture unites the strengths of both existing
Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel have jointly urged the Indian government to designate telecommunications as an “essential service”. This designation would enable operators to gain affordable and universal access to public spaces, including airports, malls, tunnels, and metro stations. At the ETTelecom 5G Innovation Summit, Shyam