BSNL, Vodafone Idea, Openserve, Jio, Airtel, according to news reports, announced their latest telecom projects or partnerships.
NCC Secures Rs 10,804 Crore BharatNet Contracts from BSNL
NCC Limited has secured contracts worth Rs 10,804.56 crore from BSNL for the BharatNet Phase 3 project. The contracts cover the deployment of middle-mile networks in Uttarakhand and Madhya Pradesh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, and Daman & Diu. BharatNet aims to expand rural broadband connectivity as part of the government’s Rs 65,000-crore initiative.
Vodafone Idea Seeks Spectrum Surrender to Cut Bank Guarantee Liabilities
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has requested the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to surrender spectrum acquired before 2021 to reduce its bank guarantee liability of ₹6,091 crore. Vi proposes using past overpayments and financial instruments to settle its dues, aiming to manage financial pressures while complying with regulations.
Vietnam to Allow SpaceX’s Starlink Service
Vietnam’s government approved SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service for a trial period until 2030, with a 600,000 subscriber limit. The service will provide fixed and mobile internet across the country, including on flights.
Openserve Invests R2 Billion in South Africa’s Broadband
Openserve is investing over R2 billion to expand its fibre network and increase broadband access in South Africa. The initiative will improve digital access for businesses and homes, supporting sectors like education and healthcare.
Jio, Airtel, and Vi to Launch Caller Name Display in India
India’s telecom operators — Jio, Airtel, and Vodafone Idea — are introducing Calling Name Presentation (CNAP) to display the caller’s name and reduce spam calls. The feature will be rolled out in stages, with limitations for feature phone users.
