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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Network Slicing Explained: How Airtel Priority Is Offering Faster Connectivity to Postpaid Users]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 10:00:35 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Earlier this week, Airtel released a first-of-its-kind service in India dubbed Priority Postpaid. The new service grants postpaid users uninterrupted, fast 5G connectivity even in crowded areas where network dips are typically observed. The telecom service provider said that the service is based on 5G network slicing, a new technology that creates virtual fastlanes in...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio OTT Pass Launched in India With Access to 12+ OTT Platforms, Live TV Channels and 30GB Data: Price, Benefits]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 14:02:59 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio launched a new Jio OTT Pass in India on Wednesday. As per the telecom service provider (TSP), the new plan is offered as an all-in-one entertainment and connectivity offering. It combines OTT benefits, live television, and mobile data under a single 28-day pack. The company claims the bundled services are worth approximately Rs. 1,500 per month, including...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel’s Priority Postpaid Service Reportedly Faces Regulatory Scrutiny Over Net Neutrality Concerns]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:38:34 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel’s new priority network service for postpaid users is said to have come under scrutiny. The service, launched in India earlier this week, aims to provide access to fast lane connectivity even in high traffic demand situations, leveraging 5G network slicing. According to a report, the Centre and the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) are examin...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Expands 5G Network in West Bengal, Plans Rollout Across 10 Cities]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 16:15:45 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea has expanded its 5G network in eastern India and confirmed new deployments across West Bengal and neighbouring regions. The operator has launched 5G services in Malda, Haldia, and Berhampur, while Durgapur, Asansol, Habra-Ashoknagar, Burdwan, Kharagpur, Gangtok, and Darjeeling are expected to receive coverage by June. The rollout forms part of Vi's broad...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Introduces Priority Postpaid With India's First 5G Network Slicing Starting at Rs. 449]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 17:52:56 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel, on Tuesday, introduced a new service for postpaid users aimed at providing uninterrupted and reliable connectivity. Dubbed Priority Postpaid, the new service leverages 5G network slicing to offer access to a fastlane connectivity even in high traffic demand situations. With the launch, the telecom service provider has become the first in India to introduce sli...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Postpaid Users in India Can Choose New International Roaming Plans From Rs 649]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 17:21:26 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea has launched new international roaming plans for postpaid customers in India. The updated portfolio now includes 17 packs with validity ranging from one day to 30 days and prices starting at Rs. 649. Select plans offer unlimited data, voice, and SMS in more than 40 countries, while over 120 destinations receive fixed allowances. The new options include s...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel vs Jio: Best Prepaid Plans Under Rs 1,000 Compared]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 13:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel and Jio both offer several prepaid recharge plans under Rs. 1,000 with benefits such as OTT subscriptions, daily data, unlimited calls, and long validity periods. Airtel’s plans focus more on higher daily data and bundled services like Airtel Xstream Play, SonyLiv, and Apple Music. Jio, meanwhile, offers recharge packs with JioHotstar, Google Gemini Pro, JioA...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Youth and Gaming Plan With Snapchat+, FanCode and Gemini Pro Launched: Price, Benefits]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-introduces-youth-and-gaming-plan-with-snapchat-plus-fancode-and-gemini-pro-11404095#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:04:37 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has launched the Youth and Gaming Plan priced at Rs. 459 in India. The plan offers 61GB total data with 2GB per day plus 5GB extra, along with unlimited calls and SMS for 28 days. It includes benefits like JioGames, FanCode, Snapchat+, JioHotstar access, and 50GB JioAICloud storage. Users also get an 18-month Google Gemini Pro subscription with 5000GB clo...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[WhatsApp Launches Prepaid Mobile Recharges for Users in India: How to Recharge Your Mobile Number]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:17:05 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[WhatsApp has integrated mobile recharges into the popular messaging app. The platform has collaborated with Dutch payments company PayU to enable the service in the country across WhatsApp for Android and iOS. With the latest update, Airtel, Jio, and Vodafone Idea users can choose from a range of recharge plans and carry out recharges within a few taps without leavin...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[DoT Reportedly Extends SIM Binding Mandate Till the End of 2026]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:32:35 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is said to have extended the SIM-binding mandate till the end of the year. First announced in November 2025, the directive intends to curb digital fraud and identity misuse by ensuring that registered identities remain verifiable and linked to telecom subscriber records at all times. According to a report, social media platfo...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Meghalaya Government Signs MoU With Starlink to Boost Connectivity in Region and Reduce Digital Divide]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 18:27:43 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Meghalaya government has signed an MoU with Starlink India to improve internet services across the state, especially in remote and difficult to reach areas. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma shared the news on social media, calling it a major step towards closing connectivity gaps. He said satellite-based technology will help overcome difficult terrain and expand dig...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[NDTV Gadgets360 Awards 2026 Winners: Check out the Categories and Winners of India’s Most Trusted Award Show]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 17:25:49 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Check out the winners of the most coveted NDTV Gadgets360 Awards 2026.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi 5G Rollout: Telco Says It Will Expand 5G Coverage in 90 Cities Within Two Months]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-5g-rollout-expansion-90-more-cities-by-may-11285976#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:21:34 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea is expanding its 5G network in India. The company said on Monday it will launch 5G services in 90 more cities in the coming months. Coverage will improve in 15 circles, including major metro areas. The rollout targets locations with strong demand, as Vi works to catch up with rivals Airtel and Reliance Jio nationwide.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Reportedly Begins CNAP Integration; Nationwide Caller ID Rollout Expected Soon]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-cnap-integration-testing-rollout-soon-timeline-report-11260385#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:45:56 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is reportedly testing the integration of its caller name presentation (CNAP) service with private telecom operators. A nationwide rollout is expected in the near future. The CNAP, rolled out by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, allows users to see the names of unknown callers directly on their phones without needing a subsc...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Reportedly Offers Free Incoming SMS Over VoWiFi Without Roaming Pack for International Travellers]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-vowifi-free-incoming-sms-international-travel-report-11231114#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:47:24 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio is said to have announced a new benefit for international travellers. According to a report, the telecom service provider (TSP) now offers free incoming SMS support over Wi-Fi calling (VoWiFi) at no additional cost. Users can reportedly receive important messages abroad without requiring an active international roaming (IR) pack. The move is aimed at help...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Researchers Discover 'Digital Lutera' Android Toolkit That Can Hijack UPI Accounts; NPCI Responds]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/android-digital-lutera-toolkit-can-bypass-sim-binding-and-hijack-upi-accounts-report-11199438#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:33:48 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Government of India recently enforced a SIM binding policy for messaging and financial services with the aim of reducing digital fraud and misuse of identities. Cybersecurity experts, however, claim to have identified a toolkit that is aimed at evading these restrictions by directly targeting the Android operating system and accessing messages and the victims' UPI...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[DoT's SIM Binding Rule Explained: What It Means for Messaging Apps and Users]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/sim-binding-rule-explainer-what-it-means-for-users-and-messaging-apps-11172672#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 08:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India is shifting towards stricter verification for messaging platforms through a new SIM binding requirement announced by the Department of Telecommunications on December 1. Under the directive, messaging platforms were given a 90-day window to implement the changes. The rule aims to ensure that messaging app accounts remain linked to an active SIM card at all times....]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[MediaTek Showcases AI Glasses at MWC 2026; Demonstrates Emergency Satellite Alerts With Starlink]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/mediatek-starlink-emergency-satellite-mobile-devices-extreme-zoom-at-glasses-mwc-2026-11166970#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:42:02 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[MediaTek demonstrated support for wireless emergency alerts sent through satellite links, working together with Starlink. The chipmaker is partnering with Starlink to add satellite communication features. MediaTek says more than 4.4 million people have used Starlink Mobile during emergencies, and the Wireless Emergency Alerts system is already available in Canada, Jap...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[MediaTek Set to Demonstrate 6G, 5G-Advanced, Edge AI Innovations at ‘AI For Life’ Showcase at MWC 2026]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/mediatek-showcase-6g-5g-advanced-edge-ai-innovations-mwc-2026-11158621#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:37:20 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[MediaTek on Monday announced that it will unveil a range of next-generation AI and connectivity technologies at its “AI For Life: From Edge to Cloud” showcase during Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026. The keynote presentation, led by President Joe Chen, is slated for March 4, where the company and its partners are expected to present the latest developments in 6G r...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[MWC 2026: Qualcomm Unveils FastConnect 8800, X105 5G Modem-RF With Wi-Fi 8; Snapdragon Wear Elite Announced]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/qualcomm-fastconnect-8800-x105-5g-modem-rf-wearos-elite-features-specifications-mwc-2026-11157932#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:27:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Qualcomm has announced two major connectivity solutions aimed at powering next-generation smartphones and connected devices. The new platforms, dubbed Qualcomm FastConnect 8800 Mobile Connectivity System and the Qualcomm X105 5G Modem-RF System, focus on Wi-Fi 8, Bluetooth 7, proximity-based AI experiences, and AI-powered 5G Advanced connectivity. As per the company, ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Partners With Google to Offer AI-Powered Spam Protection for RCS Messaging in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-google-ai-rcs-spam-protection-roll-out-in-india-11157457#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 12:46:20 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel has partnered with Google to roll out secure RCS messaging in India to tackle spam and digital fraud. The service, available via the Google Messages app on Android, integrates Airtel’s AI-based spam detection with Google’s RCS platform. Airtel said its systems have blocked 71 billion spam calls and 2.9 billion SMS in 18 months, reducing financial los...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[JioHome Cricket Offer Announced in India With Bundled OTT Apps, Cashback Benefits]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jiohome-cricket-offer-india-ott-apps-cashback-benefits-price-11056890#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:46:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has announced a new limited-period JioHome Cricket Offer in India. It is aimed at the telecom service provider’s broadband and entertainment subscribers. The promotion bundles high-speed internet with access to live cricket streaming and targets users looking to upgrade their home connectivity during the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup. Positioned as a ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Unveils AI-Powered System Designed to Warn Users About OTP-Related Bank Frauds]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-fraud-alert-ai-system-curb-otp-bank-frauds-10987544#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:21:23 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has unveiled a new Fraud Alert system to warn users about potential bank-related one-time passwords (OTP) scams, the telecom service provider (TSP) announced. The system will leverage AI to detect potentially risky incoming calls after an OTP has been received. The TSP will then send alerts to users, intervening and warning subscribers. This comes soon after th...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Gujarat Exchanges Letter of Intent With Starlink for High-Speed Internet Connectivity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/gujarat-government-letter-of-intent-starlink-high-speed-internet-connectivity-10976391#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:59:48 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Gujarat government on Monday signed a Letter of Intent with Starlink to work together on providing high-speed satellite internet across the state. The agreement, exchanged in Gandhinagar with SpaceX subsidiary Satellite Communications Private Limited, aims to connect remote, border, and underserved areas where telecom networks are weak, as part of Gujarat’s Digi...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Bharat Connect Prepaid Plan With 365-Day Validity Launched; Telco's BSNL Superstar Premium Plan Gets Price Cut]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-bharat-connect-prepaid-plan-release-superstar-premium-price-cut-10899990#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 16:34:30 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL has launched the Bharat Connect prepaid plan in India, offering 365 days of validity with 2.6GB daily data, unlimited calls, and 100 SMS per day at Rs. 2,626. The plan is available for a limited period and can be recharged through the BReX platform. Alongside this, BSNL has reduced the price of its Superstar Premium broadband plan to Rs. 799 per month. The plan o...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL VIP Numbers Explained: What Is It, E-Auction Process, Charges, and More]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/bsnl-vip-numbers-e-auction-process-charges-step-by-step-guide-10858225#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 09:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL VIP numbers are unique mobile numbers with easy-to-remember patterns or special digit combinations. These fancy numbers are available to both BSNL prepaid and postpaid users across India. BSNL conducts an online auction where users can bid for available VIP numbers. Interested users can register for it through the BSNL’s e-auction website. Here is all you need ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[DoT Allows Licence-Free Use of Lower 6GHz Spectrum for Wi-Fi Routers, Sets Power Limits]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:26:19 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Department of Telecommunications has opened 500MHz of spectrum in the lower 6GHz band for licence-free Wi-Fi, a move aimed at improving indoor connectivity and enabling Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7. The new framework allows low-power indoor and very low-power outdoor devices to operate in the 5925–6425MHz range under defined power and emission limits. Usage restrictions...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Launches Wi-Fi Calling Service Across All Circles in India for Improved Connectivity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-vowifi-service-launch-all-circles-india-improved-connectivity-10190261#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 09:42:32 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) announced the nationwide rollout of the Voice over Wi-Fi (VoWiFi) service on Thursday, for all telecom circles in India. With this move, the state-owned telecom service provider (TSP) has caught up with private players like Airtel and Jio, which have long offered access to VoWiFi. This technology allows subscribers to make and recei...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Christmas Bonanza Plan Announced With 2GB of Daily Data and Unlimited Calls: Price, Benefits]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-christmas-bonanza-plan-announced-price-benefits-9974663#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 12:03:32 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has launched a new prepaid recharge plan for users in India. The state-owned telecom operator made the announcement via its social media handle on Thursday while providing more details about what this Christmas-themed prepaid recharge plan offers. Dubbed Christmas Bonanza, it a limited-time recharge plan which provides consumers wit...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[How to Keep Your Free Perplexity Pro on Airtel: New Card Requirement Explained]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/ai/news/how-to-keep-your-free-perplexity-pro-on-airtel-new-card-requirement-explained-9870744#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 16:21:11 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Perplexity sent an email to Airtel users on Monday, asking them to add card information to continue to keep the free trial of its Pro plan.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Matching Number: What Is It and How to Get It?]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/jio-matching-number-what-is-it-and-how-to-get-it-9817067#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 19:52:52 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[A Jio matching number allows users to choose a mobile number that follows a familiar digit pattern, such as matching the last few digits of an existing number. Available through Jio’s online platforms and retail stores, the option is designed for convenience rather than exclusivity, with pricing depending on availability and demand.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Launches Happy New Year 2026 Plans With Unlimited 5G Access, Google Gemini Pro]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-happy-new-year-monthly-annual-plan-pro-google-gemini-flexi-pack-price-benefits-9810537#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 10:35:03 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has updated its website with new recharge options ranging from data add-ons to annual subscriptions, with OTT access and AI service integration. The monthly Happy New Year plan, priced at Rs. 500, offers 28 days of validity and 2GB of data per day. It also offers unlimited voice calls and 100 SMS per day. The plan includes a bundle of streaming services]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Starlink Executive Clarifies: India Pricing Was a 'Glitch', Still Awaiting Launch Approval]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/starlink-india-price-glitch-waiting-for-government-approval-9777677#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:46:58 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Starlink, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Elon Musk's SpaceX, recently updated its website the reveal the prices of its Residential subscription in India. Soon after the revelation, the satcom firm received flak for relatively high pricing. Now, Lauren Dreyer, the Vice President of Business Operations at Starlink, has clarified in a post on X that the reported pricing wa...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Reportedly Partners With Google to Launch RCS Messaging for Users in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bharti-airtel-google-rcs-messaging-india-rollout-report-9771306#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 15:35:02 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel has reportedly partnered with Google to roll out RCS messaging on its network. According to a report, Airtel will soon offer RCS using Google’s platform and has agreed to a revenue-sharing model. Under this deal, Airtel will charge Rs. 0.11 per RCS message, with an 80:20 revenue share agreement between Airtel and Google.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Starlink Subscription Price in India Revealed as Elon Musk-Led Firm Prepares for Imminent Launch]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/starlink-price-in-india-subscription-plan-revealed-key-features-elon-musk-spacex-9769869#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 11:21:33 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Starlink, the satellite internet provider, has revealed the monthly residential subscription price in India. The wholly-owned subsidiary of the Elon Musk-led SpaceX, Starlink, claims that the subscription fee will include the cost of the hardware, including the satellite receiver, ground wires, and terminals. This comes shortly after the parent company, SpaceX, listed...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[How to Find SIM Number on Android: A Step-by-Step Guide]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/how-to/features/find-sim-card-number-iccid-on-android-phone-settings-step-by-step-guide-9757675#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 15:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The ICCID number is a unique number, and it acts like a serial identifier for your SIM card. You can check your SIM number through the Settings app or by physically removing the SIM card to read the number printed on it. Here's a guide to help you find it in under a minute.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Discontinues Two Prepaid Recharge Packs in India With Data Benefits, Free Airtel Xtreme Play Subscription]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-discontinues-prepaid-recharge-packs-in-india-with-data-benefits-free-airtel-xtreme-play-subscription-9755847#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 13:42:58 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel has quietly discontinued two prepaid recharge packs in India. Priced at Rs. 121 and Rs. 181, the plans offered high-speed data benefits for a period of 30 days. It also included complimentary access to Airtel Xtreme Play Premium, the telecom operator’s subscription service that bundles content from over 25 OTT streaming platforms, including Netflix, Ji...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[ACT Fibernet Launches Revamped Broadband Plans Starting at Rs. 499]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/act-fibernet-broadband-plans-price-speed-internet-benefits-smartwifi-9754799#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:34:38 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[ACT Fibernet has launched revamped broadband plans in more than 30 indian cities. The plans start from Rs. 499. The value plan comes with access to essential OTT platforms. It costs Rs. 749 in cities like Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Jaipur, and Lucknow. It offers Prime Video, JioHotstar, Zee5, SunNXT, and Yupp TV subscriptions alongside access to more than 4...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Check Airtel Call History Using Airtel Thanks App: A Step-By-Step Guide]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/how-to/features/find-airtel-call-history-using-airtel-thanks-app-step-by-step-guide-9744651#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2025 18:26:54 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel prepaid or postpaid subscribers who are wondering how to get access to your detailed call history, can download the Airtel Thanks app and send a brief message to the telecom operator. The telecom service provider's app is available for download on the Google Play Store for Android users and on Apple's App Store for iPhone owners. You will need to log in to the ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Government Removes Sanchar Saathi Pre-Installation Mandate After Pushback]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/government-withdraws-mandatory-sanchar-saathi-mandatory-pre-installation-9743818#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:50:21 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Government of India's Ministry of Communications announced on Wednesday that it is withdrawing the mandatory pre-installation of the Sanchar Saathi app. The ministry said that the popularity of the app is growing. Hence, the mandate is now rendered moot. The decision comes soon after a report suggested that Apple plans to push back against the new mandate, citing ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Gains 2 Million Users While Vi Loses 3 Million Subscribers in October, TRAI Data Reveals]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-october-subscriber-gains-vi-airtel-trai-report-9730257#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 15:53:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India’s telecom market saw a slight rise in wireless users in October, as per the latest TRAI data. Reliance Jio led growth once again with 1.997 million new additions. BSNL also reported gains, adding 0.269 million subscribers. Vodafone Idea, meanwhile, continued to struggle, losing 0.2083 million users during the month.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Ramps Up Xstream Fiber Rollout Amid Surge in India’s Connected Homes]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/airtel-xstream-fiber-rollout-expansion-india-broadband-connected-homes-9698576#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 19:22:44 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel announced that its Xstream Fiber network has grown rapidly, recording over 50 percent year-on-year growth in home passes and surpassing 500,000 km of fibre. The company said rising connected device adoption is boosting broadband demand and highlighted the expanding Xstream ecosystem, which brings broadband, TV and OTT content together.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Apple, Amazon, Meta Among US Tech Giants Opposing Jio, Vi’s 6GHz Band Allocation Demand: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/us-tech-giants-oppose-jio-vodafone-idea-6ghz-band-demand-for-phone-services-report-apple-amazon-cisco-meta-intel-hp-9689677#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 13:09:49 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Various US-based tech companies, including Apple, Amazon, Meta, HP, Intel, and Cisco, are opposing the demand of Jio and Vodafone Idea (Vi) for the 6GHz spectrum allocation for phone services. The two Indian TSPs want the Indian government to start allocating the wider network band for phone service, while the US-based companies want the same for Wi-Fi services, which...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[CNAP Testing Begins in Phases: What is it, How Does it Work]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/caller-name-presentation-cnap-testing-starts-report-explained-9675904#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:56:02 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Indian government has reportedly started testing the Caller Name Presentation (CNAP) feature in select cities. Soon, users will start seeing the names on the Aadhaar card of a linked phone number. TRAI has created a dedicated database, which is accessible to telecom service providers in India. It carries the names, entered against the telephone numbers of people. ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel vs Jio Vs Vi: Cheapest Prepaid Plans with One Year Validity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/airtel-vs-jio-vs-vi-cheapest-prepaid-plans-with-one-year-validity-9663669#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:11:17 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel, Jio, and Vodafone Idea (Vi) are the top telecom service providers (TSPs) in India, and they continue to compete with an ever-expanding range of prepaid recharge options. For users who prefer long-term convenience, all three TSPs also provide select prepaid packs that stay active for a full year, eliminating the need for monthly recharges. So, if you’ve been ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Reduces Validity of Rs. 107 Prepaid Recharge Plan Again; Subscribers to Get Same Benefits]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-prepaid-plan-rs-107-validity-reduced-benefits-recharge-9661452#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 11:18:30 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL has been reducing the validity and benefits of its various relatively affordable prepaid plans. A few months ago, the telecom service provider (TSP) reduced the validity of the Rs. 197 recharge voucher to 54 days. Now, the company has also reduced the validity of the Rs. 107 prepaid plan to 22 days, which used to 28 days of validity. The recharge plan reportedly ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Brings Google's Gemini 3 AI Model to All 5G Unlimited Subscribers: Check Eligibility, Benefits]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/ai/news/jio-google-gemini-3-rollout-free-offer-eligibility-availability-9661131#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:17:43 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio is widening its AI offerings by making the Jio Gemini Pro Plan, upgraded with Google’s latest Gemini 3 model, free for all Unlimited 5G subscribers for 18 months. What was once a youth-exclusive benefit is now open to the entire 5G user base. The plan, worth Rs. 35,100, becomes available for activation through the MyJio app starting November 19, 2025. Users only...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Call Forwarding Code: How to Start and Stop Call Forwarding on Airtel, BSNL, Jio and Vi]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/how-to/features/how-to-deactivate-call-forwarding-with-code-airtel-bsnl-jio-vodafone-idea-9650459#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 17:22:05 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Call forwarding service is a useful tool for times when you are busy in a meeting and can not attend a call, when you are not in the network coverage area, when your phone has run out of battery, or when you leave a call unanswered. All major telecom service providers (TSPs) in India, including Airtel, Vodafone Idea (Vi), Jio, and Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel vs Jio vs Vi: Best Prepaid Plans Under Rs. 500 Compared]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/airtel-vs-jio-vs-vi-best-prepaid-plans-under-rs-500-comparison-price-benefits-9641256#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2025 16:12:46 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel, Jio, and Vodafone Idea (Vi) are three of the biggest telecom service providers (TSPs) in India. Each of them offers a variety of recharge packs at different price points for prepaid subscribers. So, if you’ve recently ported to a prepaid connection or are a new user, then we have compared the best prepaid plans under Rs. 500 offered by Airtel, Jio, and Vi to...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Announces Silver Jubilee Prepaid Recharge Plan With 2.5GB of Daily Data and More Benefits]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-silver-jubilee-plan-price-in-india-benefits-prepaid-recharge-9639907#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2025 11:05:57 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has introduced the Silver Jubilee plan with special benefits for prepaid customers. The state-owned telecom service provider (TSP) announced via its social media handle on Thursday, while providing more details about what this limited-time prepaid recharge plan offers. It provides consumers with 2.5GB of mobile data per day, unlimit...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel vs Jio vs BSNL: Cheapest Broadband Plans Compared]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/airtel-vs-jio-vs-bsnl-cheapest-broadband-plans-benefits-validity-comparison-9622640#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 18:35:22 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[If you are looking for an affordable, entry-level broadband option that provides both speed and reliability, Airtel, Jio, and BSNL have several plans. Here is a quick comparison of their most affordable broadband plans. The best choice depends on service availability in your area and whether you prefer bundled OTT services or just faster internet access.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Quietly Discontinues Rs 189 Voice-Only Plan in India, Rs 199 Becomes New Minimum Recharge]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-rs-189-voice-only-plan-discontinued-quietly-in-india-making-rs-199-plan-cheapest-option-9609095#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 17:54:28 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel has discontinued its Rs 189 voice-only prepaid plan, making Rs 199 the new minimum recharge option. The move reportedly reflects the telecom industry’s shift towards data-centric plans. The Rs 199 plan offers unlimited calls, 100 SMS per day, 2GB of data for 28 days, and perks like Hello Tunes and a Perplexity Pro AI subscription. While suitable for sm...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel vs Jio vs Vi: Cheapest Prepaid Plans with 84 Days Validity Compared]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 17:33:12 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel, Jio, and Vi each offer competitive 84-day prepaid plans combining long-term value with diverse benefits. Airtel’s options focus on entertainment and productivity, with packs including Amazon Prime, Hotstar, and Xstream Play. Jio’s plans cater to both streaming and lifestyle needs, offering perks like Netflix, JioHotstar, and Swiggy One Lite. Vi’s lineup ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio vs Airtel vs Vi: Cheapest Postpaid Plans Compared]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 19:17:41 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India’s telecom operators offer several entry-level postpaid plans aimed at value seekers. Airtel’s Rs. 449 plan provides 50GB data with rollover and bundled entertainment and cloud benefits. Jio’s Rs. 349 plan offers 30GB data and streaming perks, with additional student benefits for those aged 18 to 25. Vi’s Rs. 451 plan includes 50GB data and a wider list o...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Begins Transition to Dual 5G Network in India as Telco Prepares 5G Advanced Rollout]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 11:47:41 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel's Gopal Vittal has announced that India's second-largest telecom service provider (TSP) has begun the transition process from 5G to 5G Advanced network in the country. As part of its plan, the company has started deploying the dual-mode 5G network in select circles, which uses the Non-Standalone (NSA) + Standalone (SA) model, as a test pilot. The company plans ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio vs Airtel: Best Prepaid Plans with 3GB Data Per Day Compared]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/jio-vs-airtel-best-prepaid-plans-with-3gb-data-per-day-comparison-9557014#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 16:05:02 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio and Airtel both offer a variety of prepaid plans at different yet affordable price points. But with multiple options to consider, selecting the best and the most value-for-money offering can become quite a hassle. If you want to compare Jio and Airtel 3GB per day prepaid recharge packs to get an idea about which telecom operator provides better benefits, we've got...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Starlink Hiring for Payments, Tax and Accounting Roles in Bengaluru as Firm Prepares for Launch in India]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 19:05:30 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Starlink recently achieved a new feat by launching its 10,000th satellite in space, after 28 satellites blasted off from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. A wholly-owned subsidiary of Elon Musk-led SpaceX, the company has been planning to expand its presence across the globe. Now, the company has posted four new job postings in India for its Bengaluru office....]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio's Gemini vs Airtel's Perplexity vs ChatGPT Go: Which Free AI Plan Is Best For You]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 06:30:05 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India’s telecom operators and AI companies are competing to attract users with free premium subscriptions. Airtel has partnered with Perplexity to offer 12 months of Perplexity Pro access, OpenAI will soon make ChatGPT Go free for a year, and Reliance Jio users can now get 18 months of Google AI Pro.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Rs. 449 vs Jio Rs. 349: Which Postpaid Plan is Better Value for Money in 2025?]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 09:52:13 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel Rs. 449 vs. Jio Rs. 349: Postpaid subscribers in India are almost spoilt for choice when it comes to postpaid plans.Two of the biggest telecom service providers (TSPs), Airtel and Jio, offer a variety of plans at affordable price points. Such two plans are Airtel’s Rs. 449 and Jio's Rs. 349 monthly subscriptions. But which one of them offers better value for ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI and DoT Approve Implementation of Feature to Display Caller Names During Incoming Calls]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 11:33:04 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Monday approved a proposal by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), which mandates the name of the caller to be displayed as the default on the receiver’s phone. The feature, called Calling Name Presentation (CNAP), will leverage the caller’s information registered after verifying their identity during the ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Samman Plan Announced For New Senior Citizen Users: Price, Benefits]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2025 17:43:30 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL, the government-owned telecom service provider (TSP), has announced a new plan for new senior citizen subscribers. Dubbed the BSNL Samman Plan, it offers unlimited calling for 365 days, 2GB data per day, and a free SIM card. This is a limited-time offer, which will be available till November 18. The new plan is exclusively for people aged 60 and above. It comes a...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Updates Business Broadband Plans With JioCloud Storage: See Price, Benefits]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2025 14:47:03 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio has upgraded its business broadband plans by bundling JioAICloud Enterprise storage, combining internet, cloud, and voice services in one package. The Rs. 801 plan offers up to 100Mbps speeds, 100GB cloud storage, a 39,600GB annual data quota, and a voice line with unlimited calling. The Rs. 1,001 plan provides 200Mbps speeds, 200GB cloud storage, the same data qu...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio vs Airtel: Best Prepaid Recharge Plans Under Rs. 700 Compared]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/jio-vs-airtel-best-recharge-plans-under-rs-700-sms-call-data-and-other-benefits-9425567#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2025 12:00:30 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Both Jio and Airtel provide several prepaid recharge plans under Rs. 700. Some of them come with short validity, making them suitable for temporary users. If you're trying to decide between Jio and Airtel prepaid plans, we've got you covered. In this article, we compare the top prepaid recharge options from both operators priced under Rs. 700.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Bharat Fibre Plans 2025: Price and Benefits of Best Options With 1 Year Validity]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2025 08:00:13 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL Bharat Fibre offers high-speed wired internet across India, including urban and rural areas, with plans valid for 12 months. Key options include Rural FTTH Voice Unlimited, FTTH Voice Unlimited, Fibre Rural Home Wi-Fi, Fibre Basic Neo, Fibre Basic OTT, Fibre Values Plus, and Super Star PremiumPlus, with prices ranging from Rs. 2,988 to Rs. 11,988. Speeds range fr...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[IMC 2025: Vodafone Idea Launches Vi Protect to Tackle Fraud Calls, SMS, and Cyber Threats Using AI]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-protect-ai-safety-customers-enterprises-imc-2025-9416852#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2025 14:01:38 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi has introduced Vi Protect, an AI-driven initiative focused on ensuring safety and security measures against the spams and cyber threats. As part of this initiative, Vi introduced two measures at India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025. An AI-based Voice Spam Detection System and Cyber Defense and Incident Response System. The former detects and flags fraudulent and spam c...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Finally Launches VoWiFi Service in West, South Zone Circles; 4G Services Rolled Out in Mumbai]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-voice-over-wi-fi-calling-service-4g-launch-west-south-mumbai-9389298#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2025 15:22:27 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL has soft launched Voice over Wi-Fi (VoWiFi) service for customers in west and south zone circles. The service allows users to make and receive voice calls using a Wi-Fi network instead of their mobile carrier's cellular network. The company has also launched its 4G services in Mumbai. It has also started offering eSIM services across India.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Tata Communications Partners BSNL to Offer eSIM Services Across India]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2025 17:47:54 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Tata Communications has partnered with BSNL to enable the nationwide launch of eSIM services for mobile users across India. The eSIMs will be powered by Tata Communications’ Move platform. This allow users to activate connectivity remotely without a physical SIM. The delivery of eSIMs will take place through Tata Communications Collaboration Services Private Ltd. (T...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[PM Modi Announces BSNL’s 'Swadeshi' 4G Network, Over 97,000 Telecom Towers]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 27 Sep 2025 13:41:37 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated the BSNL’s indigenous Swadeshi 4G network stack in Jharsuguda, Odisha. PM Modi also commissioned over 97,000 towers across the nation. The new towers will service over 20 lakh new subscribers across different states, including Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Assam, Gujarat and Bihar.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) to Reportedly Launch Smart Link Protection to Protect Users from Fraudulent Links]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-smart-link-protection-fraud-links-ai-report-9326220#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2025 09:51:02 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) is developing a new spam solution to protect users against suspicious or fraudulent links, as per a report. The feature, dubbed Smart Link Protection, is said to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) to analyse and block malicious links in real time, preventing threat actors from tricking unsuspecting consumers. It is expected to function at the net...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Partners India Post to Expand SIM Sales and Mobile Services Across India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-india-post-mou-sim-sales-mobile-services-access-rural-areas-9300267#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2025 15:39:55 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL and the Department of Posts have entered into a one-year agreement to provide BSNL SIM cards and mobile recharge facilities through India Post’s vast network of 1.65 lakh post offices. Under this partnership, BSNL will deliver SIM inventory and training, while post offices will manage customer onboarding and secure transactions. Following a successful trial run...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[iPhone 16 Outperforms iPhone 16e With Apple’s C1 Modem in Median Download Speeds: Report]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 2025 15:45:45 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The iPhone 16e represents a notable change in Apple’s hardware approach. It is the first iPhone to use Apple’s proprietary C1 modem. As per a report, a recent comparison between it and the Qualcomm modem used in the standard iPhone 16 revealed that the latter resulted in better median download speeds in most markets. In some cases, the iPhone 16e and iPhone 16 out...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Announces Rs. 349 Celebration Plan With Free JioHotstar, Zomato Gold, and More Vouchers to Mark 9th Anniversary]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-anniversary-offers-rs-349-celebration-plan-free-jiohotstar-zomato-gold-unlimited-data-benefits-9213498#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2025 09:05:44 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has surpassed 500 million consumers in India, while also marking its ninth anniversary. To commemorate these milestones, it introduced a Rs. 349 celebration plan for prepaid users with free vouchers worth Rs. 3,000. Customers will also be able to take advantage of an unlimited data weekend between September 5--7, along with a JioHome offer.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[World’s First “All-Frequency” 6G Chipset Unveiled by Researchers]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2025 12:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[A group of researchers have published a paper in the Nature journal, highlighting the creation of a 6G chipset that can operate across a wide network spectrum between 0.5GHz and 115GHz. Capable of delivering more than 100Gbps mobile Internet speeds, the mobile platform was built on a new material dubbed thin-film lithium niobate (TFLN).]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[eSIM Mobile Fraud: I4C Warns Users of eSIM Scams, Shares Tips to Stay Safe]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/esim-fraud-i4c-warning-indian-cybercrime-coordination-centre-9181911#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2025 18:24:25 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Department of Telecommunications’ (DoT) Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI) recently blacklisted between 3,00,000 to 4,00,000 SIM cards that were allegedly being used to commit financial fraud, as per a report. Now, another government agency, the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C) has issued a warning regarding an e-SIM fraud, where the bad actors were...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Announces Special Offer on Entry-Level Broadband Plans With Discounts, Free One Month Usage]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-broadband-plans-offers-discounts-validity-bharat-fiber-9178852#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2025 09:37:45 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has announced a special offer on several of its entry-level broadband plans in India, as part of its Bharat Fiber service. As per the state-owned telecom service provider (TSP), customers can avail of discounts on the monthly tariff for three months. Apart from this, they will also be able to enjoy free service for the first month, ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[RIL 48th AGM 2025 Today: How to Watch LIVE, Expected Announcements]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2025 06:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) is all set to host its 48th Annual General Meeting (AGM) today, August 29. RIL Chairman and Managing Director Mukesh Ambani is expected to take the stage to provide annual updates on FMCG strategies, the long-awaited Jio IPO, and other projects undertaken by companies under the RIL Group. There are also expectations of announcements r...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL BiTV Premium Pack Announced With Over 25 OTT Platforms, More Than 450 Live TV Channels: Price, Benefits]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2025 17:01:08 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL BiTV is the government-owned telecom service provider’s IPTV service aggregator, which went live in February, in collaboration with OTTPlay. The service promises to provide access to over 25 OTT platforms and more than 450 live TV channels. Now, the telco has announced a new “premium pack” for the BiTV, which is an exclusive service for BSNL’s mobile subs...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Apple Reportedly Partners With Reliance Jio to Bring RCS Messaging to Indian iPhone Users]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2025 14:26:54 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Apple has reportedly partnered with Indian telecom service provider Reliance Jio to offer Rich Communication Services (RCS) messaging in the country. As per the report, this move will allow iPhone users with Jio as their carrier to send and receive text messages with iMessage-like features such as read receipts (individual chats), typing indicators, and sending high-r...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Offers Extended Validity, Additional Benefits to Flood-Impacted Customers in Jammu, Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2025 10:51:03 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio is extending prepaid, postpaid, and JioHome plans for users in flood-affected Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, and Himachal Pradesh. Prepaid Mobile customers receive unlimited calls and 2GB of daily high-speed data, while JioHome users get three extra days of plan benefits. Postpaid and JioHome subscribers also get a three-day bill payment grace period. Similarly, Airte...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Offers Free Data, Calls and Roaming to Customers Impacted by Floods across Jammu, Kashmir, Ladakh, and Himachal Pradesh]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 16:41:13 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel is introducing special measures for its prepaid, postpaid, and broadband users residing in areas currently experiencing extreme weather. The telecom service provider is offering extensions for users whose prepaid plans are expiring and postpaid users whose bill payment date has approached in Jammu, Kashmir, Ladakh, and Himachal Pradesh. Prepaid users will also ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Restores Service in Several Areas Including Bengaluru, Kolkata, Chennai After Second Outage in a Week]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-down-second-time-week-calling-india-chennai-bengaluru-kolkata-9153801#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2025 11:16:27 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel subscribers were unable to make or receive calls on Sunday (August 24) in a few cities in India. This was the second time that the telecom service provider (TSP) was witnessing a network outage in the country, after several users complained last week of not being able to make calls or send text messages. While the earlier service disruption affected users in se...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[JioSaavn Pro on Jio vs Apple Music Free Subscription on Airtel: Which is Better?]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/features/jiosaavn-pro-vs-apple-music-free-subscription-price-benefits-features-comparison-9144932#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 23 Aug 2025 15:11:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Music buffs are spoilt for choice today, with a plethora of music streaming apps available on the market. Telecom operators in India have recently partnered with popular music streaming platforms to offer complimentary access with certain recharge plans. In this article, we compare the complimentary JioSaavn and Apple Music subscriptions you get with Jio and Airtel, r...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Offers Free 3-Month JioSaavn Pro Subscription to Prepaid, Postpaid Customers]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/apps/news/jio-saavn-pro-three-months-free-offer-price-validity-details-9137685#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2025 14:35:11 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio users can claim a three-month free JioSaavn Pro Individual subscription via the MyJio App until August 31. To redeem, users must open the app’s Offers Store, tap the “JioSaavn Pro – 3 Months Free” banner, and generate a code to use on the JioSaavn app or website. The offer excludes existing subscribers and cannot be combined with other discounts.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) Rolls Out 5G Services in Pune With Introductory Offers]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-5g-services-pune-rollout-details-introductory-offers-9137744#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2025 14:21:42 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) has announced that it has started rolling out its 5G services to a new city in Maharashtra. With the new addition, the third-largest Indian telecom service provider (TSP) is now offering 5G connectivity in five cities of Maharashtra. This comes as the TSP is looking to expand its 5G coverage in India to 23 cities, including 17 priority circles. The ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[[Updated] Reliance Jio's Rs. 799 Recharge Plan With 1.5GB Daily Data Usage, 84 Days Validity Remains Available via App, Site]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-rs-799-prepaid-recharge-plan-discontinued-pack-benefits-report-9124225#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2025 18:31:23 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has seemingly removed its Rs. 799 recharge plan in India, making its Rs. 889 prepaid plan the cheapest one that offers 1.5GB data per day and 84 days of validity. This comes soon after Airtel also discontinued its Rs. 249 recharge plan, hiking its price to Rs. 299. This hints at an industry-wide trend where telecom service providers have been removing the...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Discontinues Rs. 249 Prepaid Recharge Plan Which Offered 1GB Daily Data, 24-Day Validity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-rs-249-prepaid-recharge-plan-discontinued-299-pack-price-benefits-9120554#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2025 08:52:40 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel on Wednesday discontinued one of its popular prepaid recharge plans in India. Priced at Rs. 249, it was the telecom operator’s entry-level recharge pack, offering Airtel prepaid users daily high-speed internet, unlimited calls, 100 SMS messages per day, and more. They will now have to recharge with a slightly higher-priced plan to continue to enjoy sim...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) 5G Services Rolled Out in Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram With Introductory Offers]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-5g-services-two-cities-rollout-details-kochi-thiruvananthapuram-9114555#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2025 14:23:47 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) has announced that it is rolling out its 5G services to two new cities. This is part of the telecom service provider’s ongoing effort to expand its 5G coverage in India to 23 cities, including 17 priority circles. As an introductory offer, the company is offering unlimited 5G data to its subscribers with a recharge of Rs. 299.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Rolls Out Free Apple Music Subscription for Prepaid Users in India for Six Months]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-apple-music-free-subscription-six-months-offer-prepaid-users-9106938#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2025 08:42:08 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel is offering a free subscription to Apple Music to prepaid users in India. In February, the telecom operator announced a strategic partnership with Apple, which saw the rollout of complimentary access to Apple TV+ and the company’s music streaming service for Airtel’s Wi-Fi and postpaid user base. With the latest move, it has been extended to Airtel...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Down? Here's Why Thousands of Users Couldn't Make Calls, Send Messages]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-down-not-working-outage-india-websites-apps-not-loading-9108092#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2025 16:41:46 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel is currently experiencing a network outage, as reported by users across India. Over the past 30 minutes, users have taken to social media and Downdetector to voice their complaints. The issues reported include the inability to make calls, send messages, or access mobile internet services, with some devices showing "no signal."]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Launches e-SIM Service in Tamil Nadu Circle; Pan-India Expansion to Follow Soon]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-esim-launch-tamil-nadu-activation-features-9107742#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2025 16:36:34 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL launched its e-SIM service in Tamil Nadu on Friday. According to the state-owned telecom operator, the e-SIM service is a flexible and cost-effective solution that eliminates the need to obtain physical SIM cards for a BSNL connection. While it is currently available in a single region, the e-SIM service will soon be expanded across the country, enabling customer...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL 4G Services Rolled Out in Delhi; Anti-Spam and Smishing Protection Expands to All Users]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-4g-service-soft-launch-anti-spam-sms-protection-9107069#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2025 14:15:56 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) announced the launch of its 4G services in Delhi. The soft launch was launched last week on the occasion of Independence Day, allows customers in Delhi to access high-speed data and voice services using BSNL SIMs on compatible devices. Additionally, BSNL has announced the nationwide deployment of its network-side anti-spam and anti-...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[From Landlines to 5G: Tracing India's Telecom Revolution on Independence Day 2025]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/independence-day-2025-from-landlines-to-5g-tracing-india-telecom-revolution-9086902#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2025 06:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[On the 79th Independence Day of India, the country remembers its illustrious history, the periods of struggle, and the numerous revolutions that have shaped our modern world. Among all these stories, one that perfectly encapsulates all of these elements is the country’s telecommunications story, from rotary-dial landlines to blazing-fast 5G networks, connecting over...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Updates: From Re 1 Plan to Q-5G Service; Here Are Five Recent Announcements]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/bsnl-updates-re-1-plan-q-5g-service-five-recent-announcements-9024028#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 06 Aug 2025 06:30:02 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has made a series of strategic announcements in recent months. From the Re. 1 Freedom Offer and the Q-5G Service to the doorstep delivery of SIM cards, these initiatives underscore BSNL’s attempts to not only attract new subscribers but also challenge private players in India’s telecom space. Here are five of the most recent ann...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Cloud Launched by Xtelify as Gen AI-Ready Cloud Platform for Telecom Businesses]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-cloud-xtelify-ai-cloud-platform-telecom-businesses-expansion-data-analytics-infrastructure-launched-9016144#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 04 Aug 2025 16:52:27 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel’s fully-owned subsidiary Xtelify launched a telco-grade cloud platform for telecom businesses on Monday. Dubbed Airtel Cloud, the cloud platform was initially designed to serve the telecom operator’s internal operational requirements and houses all its digital assets and capabilities. It is said to handle 140 crore transactions per minute. Airtel is now exp...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Freedom Offer With 2GB Daily Data, Unlimited Calls for 30 Days Announced]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-freedom-offer-price-benefits-validity-8998134#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 01 Aug 2025 13:43:27 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL has launched a new prepaid recharge plan for users in India for a limited time. The state-owned telecom operator made the announcement via its social media handle on Thursday while providing more details about what this Independence Day-themed prepaid recharge plan offers. Dubbed Freedom Offer, it provides consumers with 2GB of 4G data per day, unlimited calls, a...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) 5G Services Rolling Out in Surat, Meerut, and Seven Other Cities With Special Introductory Offers]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-5g-services-nine-cities-rollout-details-surat-kozhikode-malappurram-meerut-nashik-ahmedabad-8993100#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2025 18:58:11 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) has announced that it is rolling out its 5G services to nine new cities. This is part of the telecom service provider’s ongoing efforts to expand its 5G coverage to 23 cities, including 17 priority circles. As an introductory offer, the company is offering unlimited 5G data to its subscribers with a recharge of Rs. 299.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[JioPC With AI Tools, Cloud Storage Launched for JioFiber and Jio AirFiber Subscribers in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/laptops/news/jiopc-price-india-launch-features-cloud-computing-8974508#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2025 16:19:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[JioPC was launched in India as a virtual desktop platform on Tuesday. This cloud-based service transforms a JioFiber or Jio AirFiber customer's set-top box into a personal computer, requiring just a keyboard, mouse, and internet connection. Subscribers receive 100GB of cloud storage and access to various AI tools.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) Non-Stop Hero Recharge Plans Now Available in Mumbai, Maharashtra & Goa Circles: Benefits]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-non-stop-hero-prepaid-plans-rs-398-450-698-790-1048-1180-now-available-in-mumbai-maharashtra-goa-circles-benefits-8966183#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2025 16:20:17 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) is now allowing its subscribers in two new circles to get its recently rolled out Non-Stop Hero recharge plans. Although there are 14 plans in total that the telecom giant offers as part of the Non-Stop Hero range, in the two new circles, there are only three recharge plans available.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Reduces Validity of Its Rs. 197 Prepaid Plan; Offers New Benefits]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-rs-197-prepaid-recharge-plan-validity-reduced-new-benefits-8923874#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2025 15:59:45 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The government-owned TSP, BSNL has reduced the total validity of its Rs. 197 prepaid plan along with the plan’s benefits. With a recharge of Rs. 197, the TSP used to offer 70 days of validity, which it has now brought down by 16 days to only 54 days.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) Rolls Out Additional Benefits With Rs. 199, Rs. 179 Prepaid Plans: Report]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 21 Jul 2025 18:01:56 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) is said to be giving special offers to a select group of its prepaid subscribers. These customers can reportedly, with a recharge of Rs. 199, get 1GB of extra data per day, on top of the 2GB data that is available to them for the validity of the plan. The company is said to be also offering 4 days of extra service with its Rs. 179 prepaid plan.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Offers 12-Month Free Perplexity Pro Subscription to All Users: How to Get]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/ai/news/airtel-perplexity-pro-subscription-free-offer-12-months-all-users-8891763#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2025 12:23:34 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel announced a partnership with Perplexity on Thursday, under which all of its users will receive a free subscription to the AI platform’s paid tier. The telecom operator said access to the Perplexity Pro plan will be provided to its entire user base across mobile (prepaid and postpaid), Wi-Fi, and Direct-to-Home (DTH). The free subscription will remain v...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) 5G Services Rolled Out in Mysuru, Subscribers to Get Unlimited 5G Data on Some Plans]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-5g-services-mysuru-rollout-details-8859558#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 11 Jul 2025 14:27:30 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) has rolled out 5G services in Mysuru, following its Bengaluru launch last month. Mysuru subscribers with 5G smartphones can now access unlimited 5G data as part of an introductory offer. Vi partnered with Samsung for the deployment and confirmed it is working to enhance network coverage by deploying additional spectrum across various cities in the c...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Announces New Rs. 189 Plan For Prepaid Customers With Unlimited Calling: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-rs-189-recharge-prepaid-offer-benefits-unlimited-calling-8854919#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 17:45:03 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has listed a new recharge plan for its prepaid subscribers with unlimited calling, 1GB data, and 300 SMS. The new plan has a validity of 21 days. Moreover, the Indian telecom giant has set a limit of 100 SMS a day. As per the company website, this is now the cheapest unlimited prepaid plan that Airtel offers.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Telecom Operators Could Hike Mobile Tariff Again as Active Subscribers Saw Sharp Growth: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/telecom-mobile-tariff-hike-2025-10-12-percent-following-active-subscriber-growth-report-8836449#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 15:46:56 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom operators in India could reportedly increase mobile tariffs by the end of the ongoing year. As per the report, the increase in pricing could go as high as 10 to 12 percent, however, companies might take a tiered approach this year. The new approach will reportedly be taken as Indian telecom operators raised base prices by 11 to 23 percent in July 2024.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[How to Upgrade to BSNL 4G/ 5G SIM Card Online: A Step-by-Step Guide]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/how-to/features/how-to-upgrade-to-bsnl-4g-5g-sim-card-online-home-delivery-step-by-step-guide-8835142#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 10:19:55 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL recently launched its 5G services in India, under the banner of Q-5G (short for Quantum 5G). The state-owned telecom operator is now offering subscribers a complimentary upgrade to its 4G/ 5G SIM card. They can upgrade from an existing BSNL 2G/ 3G SIM card by visiting a BSNL CSC or authorised retailer and take advantage of high-speed internet, currently available...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[How to Get a 1GB Airtel Data Loan: A Step-by-Step Guide]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/how-to-take-1gb-loan-in-airtel-data-8814380#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2025 12:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Running out of prepaid mobile data during the day can be frustrating, but Airtel offers prepaid customers a quick fix. Subscribers can "borrow" up to 1GB of data without an upfront cost, and repay it later. Read on to know more about the 1GB Airtel data loan, and how to avail of the facility.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) Guarantee Programme Brings Extra Validity for 2G Users]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-guarantee-programme-2g-india-recharge-plan-rs-199-benefits-8807986#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2025 18:02:25 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi announced its Guarantee Programme for 2G handset users on Tuesday. With Vi Guarantee, customers can avail 30 days of service validity instead of the usual 28 days with the recharge plan of Rs. 199 or more, allowing for just one recharge per month.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) Announces Rollout of 5G Services in 23 More Indian CIties]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-5g-services-rollout-23-cities-india-plans-benefits-8800140#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 18:45:40 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi announced that it is rolling out 5G services in 23 more Indian cities, including Ahmedabad, Agra, Aurangabad, Kozhikode, Cochin, Dehradun, Indore, Jaipur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Madurai, Malappuram, Meerut, Nagpur, Nashik, Pune, Rajkot, Sonepat, Surat, Siliguri, Trivandrum, Vadodara and Vizag. The rollout will happen in phases. Vi 5G network was already available in Del...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Teases Free Data, Broadband Deals and Discounts With Its Upcoming Flash Sale]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-flash-sale-date-offers-discounts-free-data-broadband-deals-8774388#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2025 13:21:28 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has announced a flash sale in India. Teased via its social media handle, the sale is said to bring offers such as free data, broadband deals, and discounts. While the date remains under wraps, it is said to be "coming soon". Notably, it comes at a time when the state-owned telecom operator is losing subscriber momentum in India.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea Rolls Out New Max Family Plan with Bundled Netflix Subscription: Price, Benefits]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-max-family-plan-new-price-india-offers-benefits-validity-8768599#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 26 Jun 2025 19:17:25 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea has rolled out the Rs. 871 Vi Max Family Plan in India, which is a postpaid option for two users. The plan includes a Netflix Basic subscription, access to other OTT platforms, and 120GB of shared monthly data with rollover benefits. The plan also offers unlimited 5G in select cities and additionally allows users to choose one entertainment and one trave...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Launches Portal for Doorstep Delivery of SIM Cards With Self-KYC Verification: How to Get It]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-sim-card-home-delivery-postpaid-prepaid-self-kyc-8755675#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2025 11:48:27 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has introduced a new service which enables home delivery of its SIM cards in India. The state-owned telecom operator has launched a new online portal which allows consumers to get SIM cards delivered to their home without leaving the premises. Consumers can choose between prepaid and postpaid SIM connection options. They will be req...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL 5G FWA Plans in India to Start at Rs. 999 a Month With 100Mbps Speed; Pilot to Begin in September]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-5g-fwa-service-india-plans-price-pilot-8737527#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 23 Jun 2025 12:51:59 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL recently soft launched its Q-5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) service in select Indian circles. Aimed at businesses and enterprises, it has been introduced with plans starting at Rs. 999 per month, which offer 100Mbps speed. Further, it will offer another higher-priced plans with faster data speeds. The pilot for the BSNL 5G FWA service will begin in September 2025...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea Partners With AST SpaceMobile to Bring Direct-to-Device Satellite Connectivity to India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-direct-to-device-satellite-broadband-connectivity-india-ast-spacemobile-8706613#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jun 2025 13:33:03 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) on Wednesday announced a strategic partnership with US-based satellite technology company AST SpaceMobile to introduce direct-to-device  satellite broadband connectivity in India. With this move, the telecommunications provider aims to expand broadband-based cellular access at locations with challenging terrains where deployment of terrestrial infra...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Announces Q-5G Service in India, Launches SIM-Less Quantum 5G FWA for Enterprises in Select Circles]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-q-5g-quantum-fwa-service-launch-india-sim-enterprise-price-8704933#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:58 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) announced the name of its 5G service via its social media handle on Wednesday. It is dubbed Q-5G, short for Quantum 5G. This move comes nearly a week after the state-owned telecommunications provider invited public input for naming its 5G services before it commences trial. Further, BSNL has also launched the Q-5G Fixed Wireless Acc...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL to Reportedly Install One Lakh Additional 4G Towers Across India; Invites Public to Pitch Name for 5G Services]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-4g-towers-india-deployment-5g-service-name-x-report-8658041#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 13 Jun 2025 14:29:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL will install one lakh additional 4G towers in India, following upon the successful deployment of one lakh towers earlier this month. It aims to expand upon its 4G infrastructure which is currently undergoing optimisation to fix issues. Further, it is also inviting public suggestions for naming its 5G services before it commences trial.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Starlink to Launch in India With Rs. 33,000 Setup Kit, Unlimited Data Plans Starting at Rs. 3,000: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/starlink-india-launch-price-standard-kit-unlimited-data-plan-report-8640116#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 11 Jun 2025 13:12:28 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Starlink is expected to introduce its satellite communication services in India soon. Ahead of the anticipated launch, a report has shed light on its expected pricing. It may price the Standard kit, which is required for setup, at Rs. 33,000. Meanwhile, its unlimited data plans may be priced between Rs. 3,000 and Rs. 4,200 per month in India.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) Announces Rollout of 5G Services in Bengaluru]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-5g-launch-bengaluru-details-rollout-8633593#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 17:05:14 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi announced the rollout of its 5G services in Bengaluru. Vi users with 5G-supported smartphones can access the high-speed 5G network starting June 11. The carrier had rolled out 5G services in Mumbai, Delhi-NCR, Patna, and Chandigarh last month. As a launch offer, Vi is providing unlimited 5G data on prepaid plans starting at Rs. 299.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Starlink Reportedly Nears India Launch With DoT Approval for GMPCS License Expected Soon]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/starlink-india-launch-gmpcs-license-dot-approval-report-8594259#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 05 Jun 2025 16:17:42 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Starlink is said to have moved a step closer towards its launch in India. According to a report, the Elon Musk-owned company is soon expected to receive the Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite (GMPCS) license from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). This license grants permission to satellite-based network service providers for the deployment of ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance, Airtel Group Challenges 'Low' India Satcom Fee Which Can Help Starlink]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/starlink-elon-musk-reliance-airtel-satcom-fee-low-india-8587040#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 04 Jun 2025 18:36:54 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[A telecom group representing Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel has raised concerns that artificially low satellite spectrum pricing in India could negatively impact their operations. Indian telecom giants, through this group, have said that low spectrum rates could give foreign players like Starlink an unfair advantage.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi, Vivo Partner to Offer Vivo V50e Buyers in India an Exclusive 5G Bundled Plan]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/vi-vivo-v50e-5g-ott-bundle-plan-price-validity-offers-india-8585558#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 04 Jun 2025 17:06:42 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi has partnered with Vivo India to announce an exclusive prepaid bundle offering 5G connectivity and free access to OTT platforms for Vivo V50e buyers. With this bundled plan, Vi prepaid users in India can enjoy OTT and Live TV subscriptions for up to 12 months. They can also get unlimited calling benefits alongside 3GB of daily data. This offer is available for exis...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Leads April Subscriber Gains, BSNL Loses 1.8 Million Active Subscribers: TRAI Data]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-april-lead-subscriber-gains-bsnl-1-8-million-losses-trai-8543712#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 30 May 2025 10:59:59 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The telecom industry overall added 1.9 million subscribers in April. As per TRAI, Jio's subscriber additions improved from 2.2 million in March and 1.8 million in February to 2.6 million in April. The operator's active subscriber base also surged by 5.5 million, a sharp uptick from 5.0 million in March and only marginal gains in the two months before that.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Adds Extra Data to its 10-Day Postpaid International Roaming Pack in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-postapaid-international-roaming-pack-update-more-data-8528842#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 28 May 2025 17:33:14 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has updated an existing International Roaming (IR) plan for postpaid users in India. The Rs. 2,999 roaming plan, which comes with a validity of 10 days, offers unlimited data access but with an FUP limit of 5GB. However, Airtel has now doubled the high-speed data usage limit within the plan. Users opting for the plan will now get 10GB of high-speed data, after ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio vs Airtel: Best Prepaid Recharge Plans Under Rs. 500 Compared]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/jio-vs-airtel-best-recharge-plans-under-rs-500-price-benefits-8518303#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 28 May 2025 06:30:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio vs Airtel: Prepaid subscribers in India are almost spoilt for choice when it comes to affordable recharge packs. Telecom operators such as Jio and Airtel offer a variety of prepaid plans at different but affordable price points. While the basic and cheapest prepaid packs carry the basic necessities like calling, SMS, and internet access, several higher-priced plan...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Announces New All-in-One OTT Packs for Prepaid Customers Starting at Rs. 279]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-all-in-one-ott-prepaid-recharge-plans-279-598-1729-benefits-8518868#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2025 15:28:46 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel has announced new OTT recharge plans for prepaid customers in India on Tuesday. The new recharge plans offer access to more than 25 streaming platforms. The entry-level plan costs Rs. 279 and offers a one-month validity. It offers access to leading OTT platforms including Netflix, JioHotstar, Zee5, and SonyLiv. The telecom company has also announced en...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Reportedly Seeks DoT Approval to Use 26GHz Band for Wi-Fi Services]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 26 May 2025 13:06:20 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio is said to have sought permission from the Department of Telecommunication (DoT) in a move geared towards the expansion of its Wi-Fi services. According to a report, the mobile operator has requested approval from the telecom watchdog to use a spectrum in the 26GHz band, which is designated for the potential large-scale deployment of 5G network in the fut...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Rolls Out Prepaid Gaming Plans With JioGames Cloud Access in India: Price, Benefits]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-gaming-add-on-plans-price-benefits-jiogames-cloud-subscription-bundle-india-8487051#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 23 May 2025 15:05:16 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has introduced new gaming-centric recharge packs for its prepaid subscribers in India. Offered across various price points, the newly announced plans are gaming add-ons which means they do not come with any voice call or SMS benefits and need an active base subscription to work. The telecom operator bundles a complimentary subscription to JioGames Cloud, ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel vs Jio vs Vodafone Idea (Vi): Most Affordable Prepaid Plan With OTT Benefits]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/airtel-vs-jio-vs-vi-most-affordable-prepaid-plan-ott-benefits-jiohostar-price-validity-8479434#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 23 May 2025 06:30:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Major telecom providers such as Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone Idea (Vi) offer a variety of affordable recharge packs for prepaid subscribers in India. Several prepaid recharge plans by Airtel, Jio, and Vi bundle free access to over-the-top (OTT) platforms such as JioHotstar, enabling subscribers to watch films, shows, and live sports on a single device via...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) Rolls Out ‘Nonstop Hero’ Plan With Truly Unlimited Data, Calls in Kolkata and Other Circles]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-nonstop-hero-prepaid-recharge-plan-price-benefits-kolkata-goa-maharashtra-8480034#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 22 May 2025 17:46:03 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) on Tuesday announced a new recharge plan for its prepaid subscribers in Kolkata and select other circles. Dubbed ‘Nonstop Hero’, it offers truly unlimited data, unlimited voice calls, and other benefits — all bundled in a single package. The telecom operator has rolled out several variations of the Nonstop Hero prepaid recharge plan with varie...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea Updates Family Postpaid Plans to Let Users Add Up to 8 Additional Members]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-add-on-family-max-postpaid-plan-price-features-benefits-8479615#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 22 May 2025 17:33:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) has introduced a new add-on feature to its Family Postpaid plans on Thursday. With this update, users can add up to eight secondary members to their existing family plan at Rs. 299 per member. This enhancement aims to provide a convenient way for customers to add family members to their existing Vi Family plan.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Postpaid International Roaming Plans Now Offer Double Data, Travel Security Benefits and More]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2025 19:00:21 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) has updated three International Roaming (IR) packages for postpaid users in India. The plans have been "revised with the onset of the summer holiday season, when outbound travel from India typically sees a sharp rise," the company claimed. The plans now come with more data, unlimited incoming calls, and travel security benefits.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel, Google Partner to Offer Six Months of Free Google One Subscription to Wi-Fi, Postpaid Customers]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-google-one-subscription-postpaid-wifi-plans-price-benefits-8459952#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2025 13:34:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel on Tuesday announced a partnership with Google to offer a complimentary subscription to the Google One plan to its Wi-Fi and postpaid mobile customers. It enables them to gain access to the benefit through their existing plan at no extra cost, for a period of six months. It offers 100GB of storage across Google apps like Drive, Gmail, and Photos. Post co...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Introduces AI-Powered Fraud Detection Solution for Emails, WhatsApp and More]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-ai-fraud-detection-tool-email-whatsapp-facebook-instagram-india-8427678#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 16 May 2025 12:16:05 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel on Thursday introduced a new fraud detection solution which aims to safeguard consumers against rising risk of online fraud. It is said to work across OTT apps and communication platforms such as WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook, shielding them any potential threats. When a customer tries to access a website that has been flagged as malicious by Airtel...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Down: Airtel Services Restored After Suffering Brief Outage in Several Parts of India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-down-network-outage-tamilnadu-delhi-india-services-operations-restored-8411073#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2025 14:28:57 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel services suffered a brief outage on the evening of Tuesday in various parts of India. Many Airtel users took to social media to complain about the interruption of service and highlighted the issues they were facing. According to a downtime tracking website, the outage was first reported after 7:00pm on May 13, and it continued till 11:35pm.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Black Rs. 399 Plan Now Includes IPTV Services Alongside Existing Broadband, DTH Benefits]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-black-rs-399-plan-benefits-iptv-services-broadband-dth-8394539#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2025 16:41:11 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel Black has made changes to one of its existing plans for broadband, landline, and DTH customers in India. Priced at Rs. 399, the bundled plan now includes Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) services alongside other existing benefits such as broadband services and direct-to-home (DTH) benefits. With the inclusion of IPTV, Airtel Black’s most affordable plan pr...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Recommends Five-Year Satellite Spectrum Allocation as Starlink Nears Entry]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/trai-recommends-five-year-satellite-spectrum-allocation-starlink-near-entry-8372795#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 18:38:54 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[TRAI has recommended allotting satellite spectrum for commercial communication services for five years. The recommendations come as Elon Musk is working towards launching Starlink in India.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) Begins Trial of 5G Services in Delhi Ahead of Commercial Rollout]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-5g-services-delhi-expansion-8370348#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 15:40:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) has expanded the availability of its 5G services to one more city in India. Following its introduction in Chandigarh and Patna last month, consumers in Delhi can now avail of Vi’s 5G services. This is said to be part of the initial 5G rollout phase and may only be available to select users as of now. Notably, the telecom operator offers high-speed...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Introduces New International Roaming Plans With Unlimited Data in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-rs-2999-3999-international-roaming-plans-unlimited-data-postpaid-users-benefits-8355351#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 21:03:21 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has introduced two new international roaming plans for users in India that offer voice calls and data in 189 countries. They are available with validity options of 10 and 30 days. Overseas travellers on Airtel postpaid connections can enjoy in-flight benefits with one of the newly released plans as well. Both new offerings are said to extend support for unlimit...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Reportedly Halts Express Home Delivery of SIM Cards Following DoT Directive]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 18:33:14 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio is said to have halted its plans of rolling out express home delivery of SIM cards in India. As per a report, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) intervened before the telecom operator’s initiative was publicly announced and objected to it, citing national security concerns. It has reportedly directed Jio, along with other service providers in th...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Introduces New International Roaming Packs for Gulf Region With Unlimited Incoming Calls]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-international-gulf-roaming-packs-prepaid-postpaid-unlimited-incoming-call-india-uae-saudi-arabia-iraq-8345728#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 19:28:20 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) has launched new International Roaming (IR) packages for the Gulf region. The new roaming packs are supported in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The introduction of these new plans is timely as they come right before the beginning of the Hajj pilgrimage this year.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Samsung Fights $520 Million India Tax Demand, Points to Reliance Practice]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/samsung-fights-usd-520-million-india-tax-demand-points-reliance-practice-8333920#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 05 May 2025 13:32:25 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Samsung has asked the Customs Excise and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal in Mumbai to quash a $520 million (roughly Rs. 4,381 crore) tax demand for allegedly misclassifying imports of networking gear. The South Korean giant has said that Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance also imported the same component in a similar manner for years.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea Brings 5G Services to Chandigarh and Patna; Delhi, Bengaluru Expansion to Follow Next Month]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-5g-services-chandigarh-patna-expansion-8276576#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2025 14:54:10 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) on Monday expanded the availability of its 5G services to two more cities in India. Previously limited to the Mumbai circle where a majority of users are said to be enjoying high-speed internet with select prepaid and postpaid plans, the telecom operator has introduced its 5G network in Chandigarh and Patna in partnership with Samsung. It is leverag...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel International Roaming Plan With Access to Data in India and 189 Countries Launched]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bharti-airtel-international-roaming-plan-benefits-voice-data-189-countries-8255103#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 18:13:22 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel has upgraded its international roaming (IR) portfolio by bringing a fresh recharge plan. The new roaming plan costs Rs. 4,000 and it covers a range of 189 countries. The latest plan, which is designed to aid people who travel to multiple destinations frequently, can be used both in India and overseas. It offers benefits like unlimited data, 100 voice ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Indian Telecom Operators May Hike Tariffs by December 2025 As Part of Tariff Repair Efforts: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/indian-telecom-operator-tariff-hike-december-2025-airtel-jio-vodafone-idea-report-8195976#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 17:52:39 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Consumers in India may soon have to shell out more to continue enjoying telecommunications services. As per a report, telecom operators such as Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone Idea (Vi) could again commence a periodic tariff hike by the end of the year in line with their recent tariff repair efforts to enhance the revenue visibility. The market is predicted ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Launches Rs. 451 Prepaid Recharge Plan With Complimentary JioHotstar Subscription: Benefits]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-rs-451-prepaid-recharge-voucher-benefits-8177157#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:19:05 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel has launched a new recharge voucher for prepaid users in India. Arriving amidst the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season, it bundles a complimentary subscription to JioHotstar, the streaming platform formed post amalgamation of JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar. It offers 50GB of data too. With this plan, Airtel customers can stream the live IPL 2025 matc...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) Silently Rolls Out Rs. 340 Recharge Plan With 1GB Daily Data, 28-Day Validity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-rs-340-prepaid-recharge-plan-benefits-validity-8170861#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2025 19:28:58 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) has silently rolled out a new prepaid recharge plan for users in India. It offers benefits such as unlimited voice calls, daily data, and a set number of SMS per day. The plan is said to be available in select telecom circles in the country and comes with a service validity of 28 days. Alongside, prepaid Vi customers also benefit from extra data at ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Partners With Blinkit for 10-Minute Home Delivery of SIM Cards in Select Indian Cities]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-sim-cards-10-minute-delivery-blinkit-india-8169326#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:15:06 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel on Tuesday announced a strategic partnership with Blinkit for quick deliveries of SIM cards in select cities in India. It enables customers to get doorstep deliveries of both prepaid and postpaid Airtel SIM cards by paying a nominal convenience fee. The telecom operator will also offer the facility of porting SIM cards from another service provider to Ai...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[DoT Reportedly Asks Telcos to Complete Caller ID System Trials, Submit Report by April 18]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2025 16:59:17 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Department of Telecom (DoT) has instructed India's top three telecom operators to complete inter-operator trials for the Caller Name Presentation (CNAP) feature. A new report reveals that the CNAP technology, requiring additional network infrastructure for older 2G networks, will be exclusive to 4G and 5G smartphone users when it is rolled out.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Extends ‘Unlimited’ Offer With Free 90-Day JioHotstar Subscription, Other Benefits Till April 15]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-unlimited-offer-extension-april-15-jiohotstar-subscription-airfiber-trial-price-benefits-8105887#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 07 Apr 2025 12:06:40 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio in March announced new benefits on select prepaid recharge plans in anticipation of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. The telecom operator has now extended the date till when the offer can be availed of. With the “Unlimited” offer, customers can enjoy a complimentary subscription to JioHotstar with mobile recharges worth Rs. 299 and above, along w...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Launches IPL 251 Prepaid Recharge Plan With 251GB Data, 60-Day Validity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-rs-251-prepaid-recharge-plan-price-benefits-ipl-2025-8077586#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 16:49:14 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has announced a new recharge plan for its prepaid mobile users in India. Priced at Rs. 251, it is introduced as a Special Tariff Voucher (STVs) which means it does not come with an active service validity. As per the state-run telecommunications operator, the new prepaid recharge voucher targets viewers of the ongoing Indian Premier...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Led Indian Market In Network Speed and Mobile Coverage; Airtel Offered Best 5G Gaming in H2 2024]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/ookla-speedtest-connectivity-report-india-h2-2024-reliance-jio-airtel-vodafone-idea-8075743#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 13:09:58 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio emerged as the fastest mobile network provider in India across all technologies combined in the second half (H2) of 2024, according to a market analysis. The telecommunications service provider also led the market in terms of highest 5G availability across cities, with 73.7 percent of its users being able to access Jio’s 5G network a majority of the tim...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre Helps Reduce Spoofed Calls by 97 Percent, Minister Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/india-cybercrime-coordination-centre-reduced-spoof-calls-97-percent-8069408#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 16:21:12 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C) systems have slashed spoofed calls by 97 percent, curbing cyber-crime and financial fraud, according to Dr Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar, Minister of State for Communications. The Department of Telecommunications' Digital Intelligence Platform (DIP) facilitates secure information sharing among stakeholders, effectively preven...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel IPTV Services With Netflix and Bundled OTT Apps Launched in India: Price, Benefits]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-iptv-services-india-launch-price-benefits-ott-apps-8020576#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2025 10:11:57 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel on Wednesday announced the launch of its Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) services in India. It provides customers with an extensive library of on-demand content from 29 OTT streaming apps such as Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, Netflix, ZEE5 and many more with select plans.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel, Unit Pay Rs. 5,985 Crore to Clear 'High-Cost' 2024 Spectrum Dues]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bharti-airtel-pay-rs-5985-crore-clear-high-cost-2024-spectrum-dues-8016662#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2025 18:49:07 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel, along with Bharti Hexacom, has prepaid Rs. 5,985 billion to the government, clearing "high-cost" liabilities from the 2024 spectrum auctions. India's second-largest telecom firm has reduced its spectrum-related debt to Rs. 52,000 crore, lowering the cost of debt to 7.22%. Airtel has been actively prepaying dues from past aggressive spectrum bidding.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Samsung Ordered to Pay $601 Million in Back Taxes in India, Penalties Over Telecom Imports]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/india-customs-authority-slaps-samsung-tax-demand-usd-601-million-telecom-imports-8008426#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 25 Mar 2025 19:05:06 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India has ordered Samsung to pay $601 million (roughly Rs. 5,149 crore) in back taxes and penalties for dodging import tariffs. The Samsung investigation began in 2021 when tax inspectors searched its offices in the financial capital of Mumbai and Gurugram near New Delhi, seizing documents, emails and some electronic devices.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[NDTV Gadgets 360 Awards 2025: Check out the Nominations for India’s Most Trusted Award Show]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/features/ndtv-gadgets-360-awards-2025-nominations-7997420#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 24 Mar 2025 15:21:34 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[NDTV Gadgets 360 Awards is back with its 2025 iteration! The biggest tech event will honour tech excellence in 40 different categories, including smartphones, laptops, SoC, tablets, Smart TVs, TWS, wearable, and more. India’s largest tech award show will take place on March 25, 2025, in New Delhi.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel, Vodafone Idea (Vi) Roll Out Prepaid Plans With JioHotstar Subscription Ahead of IPL 2025]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-vodafone-idea-prepaid-recharge-plans-jiohotstar-subscription-price-benefits-7975155#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 14:42:57 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea (Vi) have announced new entertainment benefits on select prepaid recharge plans ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. Both telecom providers have introduced new add-on packs which can be recharged with on top of active packs to receive a complimentary subscription to JioHotstar.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[India's Vodafone Idea Explores Partnership with Elon Musk's Starlink]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/india-vodafone-idea-partnership-elon-musk-starlink-7960711#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 19 Mar 2025 18:13:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea is exploring ways to bring satellite communication to India. The mobile operator made the disclosure after Indian stock exchanges sought a clarification on its stock move.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) Launches 5G Service in Mumbai, Reveals Prepaid and Postpaid Plans]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-5g-launch-mumbai-prepaid-postpaid-plans-prices-data-validity-7953077#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 18 Mar 2025 19:37:10 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) launched its 5G services in India on Tuesday. The telecom service operator’s 5G network has gone live in Mumbai, with Bihar, Delhi, Karnataka, and Punjab expected to be the next in line to get the service. The company has also added a microsite detailing its 5G connectivity and highlighted new prepaid and postpaid plans that users can now purchase...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Offering Free 90-Day JioHotstar Subscription, JioAirFiber Trial With Select Plans Ahead of IPL]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-prepaid-recharge-plans-jiohotstar-subscription-airfiber-trial-ipl-7940336#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2025 09:57:42 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has announced new benefits on select prepaid recharge plans ahead of the upcoming cricket season. The telecom provider is bundling a complimentary subscription to JioHotstar with mobile recharges worth Rs. 299 and above, along with a free trial of Jio AirFiber, its wireless broadband service. Thus, customers will be able to stream the upcoming cricket mat...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[SpaceX’s Starlink to Reportedly Secure Faster Regulatory Approvals in India After Deals With Airtel, Jio]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/spacex-starlink-faster-regulatory-approvals-india-jio-platforms-bharti-airtel-deals-report-7916959#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2025 19:23:28 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[SpaceX’s Starlink satellite Internet services could reportedly secure faster regulatory approvals in India. As per the report, the expedited approvals could be due to the Elon Musk-owned space technology company entering partnerships with Bharti Airtel and Jio Platforms. Notably, both the telecom service providers will make Starlink equipment available in their reta...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Partners With SpaceX to Offer Starlink Broadband Internet Services in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-spacex-partnership-starlink-broadband-internet-service-india-launch-7904828#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2025 09:30:30 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio Platforms Limited announced a strategic partnership with SpaceX on Wednesday, a move which will introduce Starlink broadband services in India. The Reliance Industry subsidiary says it will leverage the Elon Musk-owned company’s constellation of low-Earth orbit satellites to provide its customers with high-speed broadband services even in the country’s most re...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Partners Elon Musk’s SpaceX to Bring Starlink Satellite Communications Services to India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-starlink-spacex-partnership-india-launch-satellite-services-7900111#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 17:40:55 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has announced a partnership with Elon Musk’s SpaceX to deliver Starlink’s high-speed internet to its customers in India. This marks the first agreement in the country, pending SpaceX’s authorization to sell Starlink locally. The collaboration aims to offer Starlink equipment in Airtel stores, provide Starlink services to business clients, and connect rura...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel's New Rs. 59 Prepaid Recharge Pack Reportedly Gets Weekend Data Rollover Facility]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-rs-59-prepaid-recharge-plan-weekend-data-rollover-benefits-validity-7890444#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 10 Mar 2025 16:02:13 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel has introduced a new recharge plan for its prepaid mobile users with data rollover benefits, according to a report. Dubbed as the Weekend Rollover Data Pack, it is said to carry over the unused mobile data saved from the weekdays and add it to the existing allowance for the weekend. It is currently reported to be available to Airtel users located in the ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio's New Rs. 100 Prepaid Plan Bundles Complimentary JioHotstar Subscription]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-rs-100-prepaid-recharge-plan-benefits-validity-jiohotstar-subscription-7888224#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 10 Mar 2025 10:22:43 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has introduced a new Rs. 100 recharge plan for prepaid users in India which offers the most affordable way to stream content from its new OTT platform, JioHotstar. By availing of this plan, Reliance Jio users can watch ad-supported content for free without having to subscribe to the streaming service’s monthly or yearly plan.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio No Longer Offers Complimentary JioCinema Subscription With Prepaid Recharge Plans]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-jiocinema-subscription-prepaid-recharge-plans-7854006#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 17:08:19 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has quietly removed an OTT benefit from its prepaid mobile recharge plans. The telecommunications service provider no longer bundles JioCinema as an add-on benefit with recharges. This move is said to be enforced following the introduction of JioHotstar, the streaming service launched as a result of the amalgamation of JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar. Notab...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Platforms, AMD, Cisco and Nokia Announce Open Telecom AI Platform at MWC 2025]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/ai/news/jio-platforms-limited-amd-cisco-nokia-open-telecom-ai-platform-unveiled-mwc-2025-7845196#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2025 16:48:19 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio Platforms Limited (JPL), along with AMD, Cisco, and Nokia announced a partnership on Monday at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 in Barcelona. The partnership revealed a new initiative dubbed the Open Telecom AI Platform. In a joint statement, the entities said that the initiative is aimed at co-developing and co-commercialising real-world artificial intelligence (...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) Reportedly Begins 5G Trial in Mumbai; Said to Offer Unlimited Data]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-5g-trial-phase-mumbai-unlimited-data-report-7808962#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 19:42:18 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) is reportedly conducting the trial phase of its 5G rollout in Mumbai ahead of its scheduled launch. As per the report, several users of the telecom operator have shared screenshots of 5G activation messages, in-app confirmation, as well as the 5G network icon enabled on their smartphones. This comes just weeks after the company’s Q3 2024-25 report...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Qualcomm to Showcase 6G Vision, AI-Powered Wireless Advancements at MWC 2025]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/qualcomm-6g-vision-ai-wireless-advancements-showcase-mwc-2025-7806220#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 14:08:34 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Qualcomm on Wednesday announced its plans for the development of 6G wireless technology, with several of the innovations set to be showcased at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 in Barcelona. The company says it will commence standardisation of 6G cellular technology this year by increasing the spectral efficiency and improving coverage across all bands using new t...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Introduces Rs. 195 Prepaid Recharge Plan With JioHotstar Subscription, Cricket Data Pack: Benefits]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-jiohotstar-subscription-rs-195-prepaid-recharge-plan-benefits-7783873#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2025 17:44:34 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has introduced a new recharge plan for prepaid mobile users which bundles benefits targeted towards ICC Men's Champions Trophy viewers in India. It offers a complimentary subscription to JioHotstar, the streaming service recently launched as a result of the amalgamation of JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar, enabling customers to stream the ongoing cricket tou...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel and Apple Partner to Bring Apple TV+, Apple Music Services to Postpaid and Wi-Fi Users]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/apps/news/airtel-partnership-apple-tv-music-services-wi-fi-postpaid-plans-announced-7782584#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2025 15:05:42 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel announced a strategic partnership with Apple on Monday to bring access to Apple TV+ to its home Wi-Fi and postpaid users. The telecom service provider said that all Airtel Xstream Fiber users and postpaid mobile users can now access the entire content library of the Apple TV+ on opting for plans starting at Rs. 999.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[DMRC Signs Agreement to Improve Internet Connectivity Across All Corridors]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/transportation/news/dmrc-agreement-improve-internet-connectivity-across-corridors-7768343#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:35:55 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has signed an agreement with Beckhaul Digital Technologies Pvt Ltd to enhance internet connectivity across its corridors. The telecommunication company will lay 700km of fibre optic cables along all metro lines, including the Airport Line. The rollout will occur in phases, starting with the Pink and Magenta Lines, with the rest ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[How to Activate Vodafone Idea (Vi) SIM Card: A Step-by-Step Guide]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/how-to/features/how-to-activate-vi-sim-7710677#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 14:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Activating a Vodafone Idea (Vi) SIM is a straightforward process, whether you're setting up a new SIM, switching to an eSIM, or reactivating a deactivated number. A new Vi SIM can be activated via SMS, a call to 59059, or by visiting a Vi store with valid ID proof. eSIM users can activate digitally by requesting a QR code via SMS and scanning it on a compatible device...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) Message Centre Number: List of all State-wise Numbers, How to Change Message Centre, and More]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/vi-message-centre-number-7699796#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 12:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Experiencing issues with sending or receiving SMS on your Vi network? It might be due to an incorrect Message Centre Number. The Vi Message Centre (SMSC) number is essential for routing text messages correctly. If the wrong number is set, messages may fail to send. This guide provides a complete state-wise list of Vi Message Centre Numbers and step-by-step instruction...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Message Centre Number: List of all State-wise Numbers, How to Change Message Centre, and More]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/airtel-message-centre-number-7694026#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 11:01:30 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Airtel Message Centre Number plays a crucial role in ensuring smooth SMS delivery. If you're facing issues sending or receiving text messages, it could be due to an incorrect SMSC setting. This guide provides a complete list of Airtel Message Centre Numbers for all Indian states and union territories. It also explains step-by-step methods to change or update the n...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Offers Complimentary JioHotstar Subscription With Rs. 949 Prepaid Recharge Plan]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-jiohotstar-subscription-prepaid-recharge-plan-benefits-price-7738446#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 17:07:50 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio now offers a complimentary subscription to JioHotstar with one of its prepaid recharge plans. The new streaming platform was created by bringing together JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar and was launched by JioStar last week. It combines the content library of the two over-the-top (OTT) platforms, in addition to hosting content from various international stu...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Amends Spam Call Rules to Ease Reporting, Enforce Compliance; COAI Slams Penalties for Operators]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-spam-calls-sms-norms-coai-response-penalty-7731267#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 17 Feb 2025 17:54:02 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[TRAI recently amended its regulations to curb unsolicited spam calls and promotional messages from unregistered telemarketers (UTMs) and increase penalties for spammers and non-compliant operators. The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) has criticised the updated rules, including penalties on service providers.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[How to Activate BSNL SIM Card: A Step-by-Step Guide]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/how-to/features/how-to-activate-bsnl-sim-7693947#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 17 Feb 2025 15:57:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Activating your BSNL SIM card is a simple process that ensures seamless connectivity for calls, SMS, and mobile data. Start by inserting the SIM into your phone, then complete tele-verification by dialling 1507 and following the prompts. Once verified, your SIM will be activated within a few hours. To enable data services, configure APN settings if required and ensure...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) 5G Roundup: Rollout Date, List of Available Cities, 5G Speeds, and More]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/vodafone-idea-vi-5g-roundup-7693214#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2025 17:01:11 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi), in its quarterly report for the third quarter of the financial year 2024-25, revealed that it is planning to roll out its 5G services in the country. The company has confirmed that it will begin the rollout of its 5G services in April 2025, though the exact date of the rollout is not known at the time of writing.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) to Launch 5G in Mumbai Next Month, Expansion to Delhi and Bengaluru in April]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-5g-launch-mumbai-march-delhi-bengaluru-chandigarh-patna-april-2025-7690720#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2025 10:02:06 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) announced the commercial rollout of its 5G services in India on Tuesday. The telecom operator revealed its plans in its Q3 2024-25 report and highlighted that 5G services will first be launched in Mumbai in March. The company will then expand the services to four more cities in April. In December 2024, Vi first started 5G operation in 19 circles acr...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Message Centre Number: Full List of All BSNL SMS Center Numbers]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/how-to/features/bsnl-message-centre-number-7684963#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 15:11:35 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The BSNL Message Centre Number (SMSC) is essential for ensuring smooth SMS delivery on your BSNL SIM. If you're facing issues with sending or receiving text messages, an incorrect or outdated SMSC number might be the cause. This guide provides a complete list of BSNL Message Centre Numbers for all Indian states and union territories, ensuring you have the right settin...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) Introduces Baggage Protection in All Postpaid International Roaming Packs]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-baggage-protection-postpaid-international-roaming-packs-announced-7676691#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 10 Feb 2025 14:11:35 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) introduced a new baggage protection service with its postpaid international roaming plans on Monday. The new service was launched in partnership with Blue Ribbon Bags, a US-based lost baggage concierge service. Available with all postpaid international roaming plans with an add-on, the service will compensate users if their baggage is delayed or los...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[How to Set BSNL Caller Tune Online Using Different Methods]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/how-to/features/how-to-set-bsnl-caller-tune-online-7586661#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sun, 09 Feb 2025 14:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL Caller Tune services let you customise your calls with songs or greetings. You can activate, change, or deactivate tunes using various methods like SMS, USSD codes, the BSNL Tunes website, or the My BSNL Tunes app. Personalisation options allow setting unique tunes for specific contacts, adding a special touch. Subscription starts at ₹30/month with additional c...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[How to Set Airtel Caller Tune Online: A Step-by-Step Guide]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/how-to/features/how-to-set-airtel-caller-tune-online-7646249#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sun, 09 Feb 2025 12:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel offers multiple ways to personalise your caller experience by setting a tune of your choice. Users can activate caller tunes through the Airtel Thanks App, Wynk Music, SMS, or by copying another user’s tune. This guide details step-by-step methods to set, manage, and deactivate Airtel caller tunes effortlessly. Whether you prefer Bollywood hits, international...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel vs Jio vs Vi: Most Affordable Postpaid Plans Compared]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/airtel-vs-jio-vs-vi-most-affordable-postpaid-plans-compared-7648043#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 06 Feb 2025 16:47:08 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[If you are a postpaid user and want to compare the most affordable postpaid plans of Airtel, Jio, and Vi, then we’ve got your back. In this article, we help you decide which telecom provider amongst the aforementioned three offers the best benefits, validity, and value for their respective cheapest packs.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Reintroduces Rs 189 Prepaid Value Plan in India: See Validity, Benefits]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-value-plan-rs-189-prepaid-back-validity-benefits-7603635#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 16:57:23 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio recently unveiled voice-only plans for prepaid subscribers in India. Shortly after, the company revised the plans with lower prices and validity adjustments. Now, the telecom operator has reintroduced an affordable prepaid plan at Rs. 189 after briefly discontinuing it. This plan is listed as a value offering which provides free call and SMS services alo...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Makes World's First Satellite Video Call Using Standard Smartphone]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-first-satellite-video-call-standard-smartphone-7594088#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2025 14:12:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone said it had made the world's first video call via satellite using a standard smartphone from a remote location. The European mobile operator's CEO Margherita Della Valle received the call on Monday from company engineer Rowan Chesmer, who was located in the Welsh mountains where there was no network signal.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Elon Musk's Starlink Reportedly Submits Formal Acceptance of Licence Norms, Could Launch in India Soon]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/starlink-india-licence-norms-acceptance-report-7586291#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jan 2025 15:03:47 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Starlink has reportedly accepted the security and data storage requirements mandated by the Indian government for satellite broadband providers, aiming to launch services in India. The satellite spectrum will be allocated administratively. Elon Musk-led Starlink will compete with providers like Reliance's JioSpaceFiber, Airtel, and Amazon Kuiper, which are also prepar...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[How to Block Jio SIM if Lost or Stolen Using Different Methods]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/how-to/features/how-to-check-jio-call-history-7523549#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 27 Jan 2025 12:59:54 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Losing a Jio SIM card can expose you to risks like unauthorized usage of your personal information. Jio provides multiple ways to block your SIM quickly, including calling customer care, using the MyJio app, visiting their website, or sending an email. Additionally, you can block your SIM by visiting a Jio store with your ID proof. If you’ve lost your SIM while abro...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Revises New Voice and SMS-Only Recharge Plans: Check Updated Prices]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-prepaid-voice-sms-recharge-plan-price-revised-cost-7556287#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 25 Jan 2025 15:36:39 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has revised its voice and SMS-only recharge plan prices following the introduction of new prepaid options, in line with TRAI's guidelines announced last month. The operator quietly updated the prices of both voice and SMS-only special tariff vouchers (STVs) soon after TRAI announced it would review the new vouchers. Airtel had previously updated its existing ST...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[How to Check Jio Call History Using WhatsApp, MyJio App, Website, and More]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/how-to/features/how-to-check-jio-call-history-7533154#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 21:56:20 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Keeping track of your Jio call history is straightforward with several convenient options. You can access your call details quickly through WhatsApp by messaging JioCare and receiving a link to your account statement. The MyJio app offers a user-friendly platform to view, download, or email detailed call logs, including dates, durations, and numbers. For those who pre...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Launches Voice-Only Plans in India; Tipster Claims Data Plans Will Get More Expensive]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-value-plans-launch-india-price-hike-expected-cost-leak-7539311#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2025 12:52:07 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has introduced special value packs, for only voice and SMS services, for its prepaid users in India. This move follows a mandate by TRAI for all telecom operators to offer standalone Special Tariff Vouchers for voice calls and SMS. Additionally, a tipster suggested that the telecom service provider may soon revise some of the older value packs with bund...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Satellite Telecom Services Ready for Rollout, Awaiting Centre's Go Ahead: Rajan Bharti Mittal]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-satellite-telecom-services-ready-rollout-awaiting-centre-rajan-bharti-mittal-7533513#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 22 Jan 2025 17:40:30 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Rajan Bharti Mittal, Vice Chairman of Bharti Enterprises, has said that its satellite telecom service is ready for rollout in India. Reiterating Bharti Airtel's stance, he said satellite companies should be required to pay licensing fees and acquire spectrum through auctions, just as traditional telecom operators do.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Introduces New Voice and SMS-Only Prepaid Plans After TRAI Mandate]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-new-voice-sms-only-prepaid-recharge-plans-introduced-trai-7533380#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 22 Jan 2025 17:24:41 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel is introducing specialised prepaid recharge plans including only voice and SMS services. The move comes after the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) issued a mandate last month to telecommunication operators in India. These new plans will not include bundled data and are aimed at consumers who do not have Internet connectivity requirements, suc...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio, Airtel and BSNL Subscribers Can Now Use DBN-Funded Mobile Towers to Make Calls With Intra Circle Roaming]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-reliance-jio-bsnl-users-india-intra-circle-roaming-4g-network-7524847#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 16:14:51 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Intra Circle Roaming (ICR) at Digital Bharat Nidhi (DBN) funded 4G mobile sites was recently introduced in India by the Department of Telecommunications. The ICR initiative brings together three major telecommunications service providers in the country, including BSNL, Airtel, and Reliance Jio to "leverage each other's infrastructure at all DBN-funded sites."]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA['Sanchar Saathi' App Launched to Fortify Telecom Security for Citizens]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/sanchar-saathi-app-launch-telecom-security-7496339#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 17 Jan 2025 17:53:09 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Union Minister of Communications, Jyotiraditya Scindia on Friday launched a suite of citizen-focused initiatives. Key highlights of the event included the launch of the Sanchar Saathi Mobile App, that is committed to maintaining the security, safety, and trustworthiness of telecom networks for everyone.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[JioFiber, Jio AirFiber Subscribers Get Two-Year YouTube Premium Access on Select Plans]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jiofiber-airfiber-youtube-premium-free-reliance-jio-plans-7461559#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 13 Jan 2025 11:06:26 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio announced that some of its JioFiber and AirFiber users in the country will be able to access YouTube Premium services for free for two years. The offer is extended to some JioFiber and AirFiber postpaid customers in the country, who avail of select plans. Users will need to link their Google accounts to enjoy the benefits.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Introduces New Prepaid Recharge Plans With Unlimited Voice Calling, Up to 3GB Data Per Day]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-rs-628-215-prepaid-recharge-plans-benefits-7368507#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Dec 2024 11:25:06 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has announced two new recharge plans for prepaid users in India, according to a report. The new Special Tariff Vouchers (STVs) are priced at Rs. 215 and Rs. 628 and come with an 30-day and 84-day validity period, respectively. Both plans offer consumers benefits such as unlimited voice calling, unlimited data, and 100 SMS per day. F...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Plans to Refarm 4G Spectrum to Boost 5G Coverage in Rural B & C Circles: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-4g-spectrum-refarming-5g-coverage-rural-b-and-c-circles-report-7343516#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 27 Dec 2024 17:05:29 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel will embark on the refarming of the 4G spectrum in its select existing bands in India, according to a report. With this move, the telecommunications operator aims to improve the 5G coverage in state and rural regions which come under the classification of B &amp; C circles where demand for high-speed network could rise. Sunil Mittal-led Airtel also reportedl...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Wi-Fi Plans Starting From Rs. 699 Now Bundles Free Zee5 OTT Subscription]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-wi-fi-free-zee5-subscription-plans-rs-699-onwards-7329902#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 25 Dec 2024 18:58:51 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel has announced a collaboration with the streaming platform Zee5. All customers with Airtel Wi-Fi plans in India, starting from Rs. 699, will get free access to all Zee5 content for the duration of the plan. The OTT platform is claimed to offer over 1.5 lakh hours of content.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Nokia Could Be Developing a Digital Asset Encryption Device, Patent Filing Suggests]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/cryptocurrency/news/nokia-digital-asset-encryption-device-development-patent-filing-7322990#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 24 Dec 2024 18:33:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Nokia's patent filing reveals plans to develop a system aimed at securing valuable cryptocurrencies. The company intends to achieve this by harnessing recent advancements in encryption technology.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Mandates Telecom Operators to Offer Specialised Voice and SMS Packs, Benefitting Consumers in Rural Areas]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-mandate-special-tariff-vouchers-sms-voice-packs-7320257#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 24 Dec 2024 13:38:18 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) issued the twelfth amendment to the Telecom Consumers Protection Regulations on Monday. This mandates telecommunications operators in India to offer specialised recharge vouchers with select services that concerned stakeholders require.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[[Updated] Vodafone Idea (Vi) 5G Service Reportedly Rolled Out in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-5g-launch-india-price-available-cities-report-7262521#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 16 Dec 2024 20:58:45 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) has reportedly silently rolled out 5G services in India. The telecom service provider has launched commercial operations of 5G in 17 circles across the country including Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, Mumbai, New Delhi, and more, according to various reports. The rollout comes after the company's CEO Akshaya Moondra highlighted that the 5G rollout in ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Launches Rs 2,025 New Year Welcome Plan 2025: See Benefits, Validity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-new-year-welcome-plan-2025-price-india-benefits-validity-7225378#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 11 Dec 2024 19:30:04 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has introduced a new prepaid plan for its customers in India. This plan offers unlimited voice calls and SMS services in the country alongside other benefits. It offers all users an opportunity to get gifts worth Rs. 2,150. These gifts include discounts on shopping websites, food delivery apps as well as flight booking platforms.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel Signs 'Multi-Billion' Dollar 4G, 5G Equipment Deal With Ericsson]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bharti-airtel-ericsson-multi-billion-dollar-4g-5g-deal-7172309#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 04 Dec 2024 20:23:37 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel has signed a multi-billion-dollar agreement with Ericsson as part of the telecom operator's efforts to enhance its 4G and 5G network coverage in India. As part of the agreement, Airtel is set to purchase and implement Ericsson's equipment, with deployment expected around 2025.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) Introduces AI-Powered Spam SMS Identification System to Protect Users from Scams]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/ai/news/vodafone-idea-vi-ai-spam-sms-identification-system-scam-protection-introduced-7160734#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 03 Dec 2024 12:29:56 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) on Monday announced a new artificial intelligence (AI) solution that will proactively detect spam SMS and warn users. The telecom operator highlighted that this network-based system uses both AI and machine learning (ML) technologies to look for potential harmful messages in real time. The company has already conducted an initial test phrase of the ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[MyJio App Now Allows Users to Customise DND Preferences on Their Reliance Jio Number]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/myjio-app-dnd-preference-reliance-jio-number-7155372#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2024 17:55:53 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[MyJio app allows users to activate do not disturb (DND) on their respective numbers. Now the app allows people to set some granular preferences. Certain options will help stop the users from getting any spam or promotional calls or messages. Some preferences will allow users to selectively block commercial communication.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Directs Indian Telcos to Display Geospatial Network Coverage Maps on Their Website]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-network-coverage-maps-guidelines-india-7101916#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 25 Nov 2024 18:25:02 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is aiming the improve transparency when it comes to network coverage claimed by telecom operators. In its recent guidelines announced on Friday, the country’s telecom watchdog has directed service providers to display the geospatial network coverage map, its availability, and the signal strength. This is said to enabl...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Redmi A4 5G Does Not Support Airtel’s 5G Network, Compatible With Jio 5G]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/redmi-a4-5g-airtel-jio-sa-network-support-listing-specifications-7080908#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 22 Nov 2024 19:14:29 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Redmi A4 5G was launched in India earlier this week as the latest affordable 5G offering from the Xiaomi sub-brand. As the new phone is gearing up to go on sale starting next week, its listing on the company website reveals that it does not support Airtel 5G in India. Unlike recent 5G offerings, the Redmi A4 5G is only compatible with SA (standalone) 5G networks in th...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Rs. 601 5G Upgrade Voucher With One Year Unlimited 5G Data Launched: Price, Benefits]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-rs-601-5g-upgrade-voucher-unlimited-data-benefits-7056998#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2024 19:35:09 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has launched a new plan priced at Rs. 601. This plan is called the “ultimate 5G upgrade voucher”. The voucher has been made live on the Jio website as well as its on its website. Its prepaid customers get 12 individual data vouchers to activate and use this plan.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL’s New National Wi-Fi Roaming Lets FTTH Consumers Connect to Hotspots Outside Their Homes]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-national-wifi-roaming-service-ftth-consumers-hotspots-7024344#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 15 Nov 2024 13:53:15 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has launched a National Wi-Fi Roaming service in India which lets its fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) consumers connect to Wi-Fi hotspots and enjoy access to high-speed internet at locations outside their homes. It is offered to existing consumers at no extra cost.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Offers 3GB of Additional Data With Rs. 599 Prepaid Recharge Plan: Benefits]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-rs-599-prepaid-recharge-plan-benefits-validity-7017935#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2024 17:10:40 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has announced a promotional offer on one of its prepaid mobile recharge plans for users in India. With this offer, prepaid users can get an additional 3GB of data on top of the existing benefits of the plan when recharging exclusively with the BSNL Selfcare app.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Direct-to-Device Satellite Connectivity Launch Announced by DoT]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 13 Nov 2024 14:23:29 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), the government-run telecom service provider, launched a direct-to-device satellite connectivity service on Wednesday. The Indian Department of Telecommunications (DoT) announced the launch, calling it the “India’s first Satellite-to-Device service”. The Indian telecom developed this technology along with Viasat, a California-...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Launches Fibre-Based Intranet TV Service With Over 500 Live Channels in India]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 13 Nov 2024 10:08:30 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has announced the launch of the first fibre-based intranet TV service in select regions in India. This service, dubbed IFTV, was first introduced last month alongside the unveiling of the state-owned telecommunications provider’s new logo and six other new facilities.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Elon Musk's Starlink Working on Indian Security Clearance for Satellite Broadband]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 19:13:15 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Starlink has been looking to enter India for years and its plans got a major boost last month when New Delhi said it wouldn't auction spectrum for satellite broadband but rather award it administratively - just as Musk wanted. Rival Indian telecom billionaire Mukesh Ambani had wanted an auction.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio True 5G Network Extends Battery Life by Up to 40 Percent, Claims Official]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 15:36:52 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio’s True 5G network can improve the smartphone’s battery life by up to 40 percent, a company official highlighted during the company’s earnings call for the second quarter (Q2) of FY25. The telecommunications provider leverages a standalone (SA) architecture along with other technical features for its 5G services in India and assigns the spectrum band...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Lobbies for Satellite Spectrum Auction in New Clash With Starlink]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 09 Nov 2024 10:28:58 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance lobbied the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Friday to reconsider its plan to administratively allocate satellite spectrum, instead of auctioning it. Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said in October that the government would allocate spectrum in line with global trends. However, it will issue a final notification on how spectrum is allotted ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio IPO Said to Launch in 2025, Retail Unit Listing Slated for Much Later]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/mukesh-ambani-launch-reliance-jio-ipo-2025-retail-debut-slated-later-6941833#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 04 Nov 2024 17:40:20 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Mukesh Ambani targets a 2025 Mumbai listing for his telecom business Jio, valued by analysts at over $100 billion (roughly Rs. 8,41,090 crore). Reliance Industries' boss Ambani hasn't updated his IPO timelines after saying in 2019 that Reliance Jio and Reliance Retail would "move towards" a listing within five years.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Apple to Invest Up to $1.5 Billion in Globalstar for Satellite Coverage Expansion]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/apple-to-invest-up-to-1-5-billion-in-globalstar-for-satellite-coverage-expansion-6926260#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 02 Nov 2024 10:48:02 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Apple is set to invest as much as $1.5 billion in Globalstar, as the iPhone maker looks to enhance the satellite communication services available on its smartphones. The agreement includes a $1.1 billion cash investment by Apple, along with a $400 million purchase for a 20% equity stake in Globalstar. The satellite firm plans to allocate some of the investment towards...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[JioBharat Diwali Dhamaka Offer Drops Prices of JioBharat K1, JioBharat V2: Price, Benefits]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 26 Oct 2024 17:54:59 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[JioBharat K1 and JioBharat V2 price in India have been dropped, as part of the operator's ongoing JioBharat Diwali Dhamaka offer. The new offer will let 2G phone users upgrade to the JioBharat 4G phone at a discounted price. They will also be able to avail of the JioBharat plan which is presently the cheapest plan for feature phone users in the country, according ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Diwali Dhamaka’ Offer With Free Vouchers Worth Rs. 3,350 Announced: Benefits]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/relinace-jio-diwali-dhamaka-offer-prepaid-recharge-free-vouchers-6870888#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2024 15:13:12 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has announced a new ‘Diwali Dhamaka' offer ahead of the upcoming festive season for its users in India. Customers can recharge with select Jio True 5G quarterly and annual prepaid plans to enjoy free vouchers for travel portals, food delivery platforms and online shopping websites; benefits worth Rs. 3,350.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Will Improve Quality of Services Instead of Raising Tariffs: CMD Robert Ravi]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-tariff-hike-quality-of-services-report-6855415#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 23 Oct 2024 16:51:32 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam (BSNL) will not increase tariffs in the near term, the state-owned telecom operator’s Chairman and Managing Director reportedly announced on Tuesday. The official highlighted that BSNL will focus on improving its quality of services to retain the new consumers it gained following the price hike rolled out in India by telecom operators such as Bh...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[New Spoofed Calls Prevention System Blocked 1.35 Crore International Calls in 24 Hours, Says DoT]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/international-incoming-spoofed-calls-prevention-system-blocks-1-35-crore-calls-24-hours-department-of-telecom-dot-6853695#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 23 Oct 2024 12:34:09 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The new 'International Incoming Spoofed Calls Prevention System' has been made operational and in just 24 hours the system has identified and blocked about 1.35 crore calls as spoofed calls.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Rolls Out Spam Protection and Other New Services, Introduces New Logo Ahead of Commercial 4G Launch]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-new-logo-spam-protection-services-rollout-4g-launch-6846862#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 22 Oct 2024 15:55:53 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is gearing up to launch its commercial 4G services in India. Ahead of that anticipated introduction, the state-owned telecommunications provider has unveiled a new logo which showcases the company’s three key goals: to provide services securely, affordably and reliably. It has also introduced seven new services including spam prot...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel, Reliance Jio 5G Speeds Decline Due to Network Congestion, Faster Adoption Rate: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-reliance-jio-5g-network-speed-decline-report-6845054#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 22 Oct 2024 12:25:25 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[5G network speeds of top telecommunications providers in India such as Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio have declined significantly, according to a market analysis report. While Airtel emerged as India’s best 5G experience provider, courtesy of the fastest average 5G download and 5G upload speeds, Jio achieved a score of 66.5 percent and won the Consistent Quality Awa...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Nokia Said to Be in Talks With Bharti Airtel for Multi-Billion Dollar 5G Contract]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/nokia-talks-bharti-airtel-multi-billion-dollar-5g-contract-6808891#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2024 12:39:03 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The deal with Airtel would be for Nokia's latest AirScale mobile radios that support upgrading an existing network to 5G-Advanced and reduces energy costs, according to the sources.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Government Says No Auction of Satellite Spectrum; Elon Musk Hails Decision]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/government-no-satellite-spectrum-auction-elon-musk-reaction-6801320#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2024 13:29:33 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The government has announced that it will allocate spectrum for satellite broadband through administrative means, hours after Elon Musk labelled the auction approach sought by billionaire Mukesh Ambani as "unprecedented." Musk's Starlink has argued that the administrative allocation of licenses aligns with global practices, whereas Reliance argues that an auction is n...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Showcases Remote Healthcare, 5G, IoT and AI Solutions for Consumers at IMC 2024]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-5g-iot-ai-solutions-indian-mobile-congress-2024-6794704#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2024 17:12:03 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) showcased a wide range of solutions targeted towards consumers and businesses in line with the ‘The Future is Now’ theme at the Indian Mobile Congress (IMC) 2024 on Tuesday. One of the notable announcements is the ‘Clinic in a Bag’ programme which allows medical professionals to assess and evaluate patients in real-time remotely, irrespectiv...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[IMC 2024: Over 950 Million Internet Users in India; 5G Coverage Expanded to All Districts, PM Modi Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/imc-2024-pm-modi-broadband-5g-technology-ai-announcements-6793807#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2024 14:51:11 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2024 was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, on the sidelines of the World Telecommunication Standardisation Assembly (WTSA) 2024. The Prime Minister highlighted several achievements in mobile network connectivity, broadband adoption, and the expansion of optical fibre networks in the country.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Fundraise Allowed Vodafone-Idea to Start Capex Cycle, Places Telco on Secure Footing: Kumar Mangalam Birla]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2024 14:27:11 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The fundraise by Vodafone Idea enabled the telco to kick-start its capex cycle again,  Aditya Birla Group Chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla said on Tuesday.  Birla exuded confidence that with continued support of the government, Vodafone Idea Ltd (VIL) will do its part in realising India's digital destiny.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Ericsson Said to Have Bagged New 5G Contract from India's Bharti Airtel]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/ericsson-bharti-airtel-bags-5g-contract-india-telecom-6786370#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 14 Oct 2024 16:19:14 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Ericsson has said to have received a new multi-billion dollar contract for selling 5G equipment from India's Bharti Airtel. The new contracts are expected to boost Ericsson's revenue next year after seeing a big fall in contracts from India in the first half of the year.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Introduces New ISD Minute Pack Recharge Plans Starting at Rs. 39]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-isd-minute-pack-recharge-plans-introduced-6765764#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 11 Oct 2024 13:36:59 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio announced new International Subscriber Dialing (ISD) recharge plans for 21 countries on Friday. The telecom service provider introduced new minute packs that offer dedicated on-call minutes on every recharge. The new ISD recharge plans start at Rs. 39 and go up to Rs. 99. These plans are available for both prepaid and postpaid subscribers.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio AirFiber Plans 2024: Price in India, Data and OTT Benefits, Features, and More]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 09 Oct 2024 16:31:21 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio AirFiber broadband service offers a host of interesting features and benefits. Customers can get 1000GB of data per month coupled with up to 1Gbps of internet speeds. Moreover, customers can also avail of free OTT subscriptions like Disney+ Hotstar, Prime Video, Netflix, and more. The Jio AirFiber comes with a starting price of Rs 599 per month and can go...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel Reportedly in Negotiations to Acquire Loss-Making Tata Play DTH Business]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bharti-airtel-tata-play-dth-deal-acquisition-report-6741200#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 08 Oct 2024 11:45:50 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel is in talks to acquire Tata Play direct to home (DTH) service which is currently said to be a loss-making business, according to a report. This move will reportedly strengthen Airtel’s presence in the digital TV segment, facing competition from the likes of D2H and DishTV.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[How World Mobile Plans to Globalise Web3 Wireless Networks]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 03 Oct 2024 19:35:33 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The World Mobile Group is a London, UK-based company that has created a mobile network using blockchain as the foundational technology. It was launched in 2018 by Micky Watkins, who is the CEO of the company. The governance of this network is community driven.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[How to Unlock PUK Code of Your Airtel SIM Using Different Methods?]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 16:14:58 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel allows customers to unlock the PUK code using different methods. One can use methods like the USSD code, the Airtel website, and more to get information about the Airtel PUK code. Moreover, one can also visit Airtel customer care to learn more details about the Airtel PUK code. Here’s everything you need to know.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel Pays $1 Billion to Partly Clear 2016 Spectrum Dues]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 15:11:42 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has partly settled its outstanding spectrum fees from a 2016 auction. This is the first payment the country's second-largest telecom operator is making for the phone spectrum it acquired for $2.13 billion (roughly Rs. 17,852 crore) in 2016.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Xstream AirFiber Plans 2024: Price in India, Data and OTT Benefits, Features, and More]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 25 Sep 2024 15:43:38 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel Xstream AirFiber brings a host of interesting features and benefits. The plans start at Rs 699 per month and bring unlimited data with up to 100Mbps of internet speed. The Airtel Xstream AirFiber plans also bring over 22+ OTT subscriptions coupled with a 4K Android TV box and 350+ channels. Here’s everything you need to know about Airtel Xstream AirFiber plan...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Introduces Network-Based AI-Powered Spam Detection Tool in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/ai/news/airtel-network-based-ai-powered-spam-detection-tool-calls-messages-introduced-india-6646004#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 25 Sep 2024 15:26:58 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel launched a network-based artificial intelligence (AI) solution on Wednesday that will automatically identify and detect spam calls and messages. The AI-powered spam detection tool is aimed at helping users know when a spammer is calling so that they can make an informed decision on whether to pick up the call or reject it. The telecom service provider said that...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone-Idea Concludes Network Equipment Deal With Nokia, Ericsson and Samsung Worth $3.6 Billion]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-network-equipment-deal-nokia-samsung-ericsson-usd-3-6-billion-india-telecom-6628649#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 23 Sep 2024 11:15:17 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India's Vodafone Idea has finalised a $3.6 billion (roughly Rs. 30,066 crore) deal with Nokia, Ericsson and Samsung for supply of equipment over the period of three years. Supplies under the new contract will start arriving in the coming quarter, Vodafone Idea said, adding that its top priority remains to expand the 4G coverage. ]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Supreme Court Rejects Telcos' Plea on AGR Dues Owed to Government]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/supreme-court-rejects-telcos-plea-on-agr-dues-owed-to-government-6602915#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 19 Sep 2024 18:53:53 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea from telecom companies to reassess the dues they owe the government, resulting in a decline in the stock prices of Vodafone Idea and its counterparts. Vodafone Idea and Bharti Airtel are facing a combined debt of Rs. 1 lakh crore in outstanding dues, encompassing spectrum charges and licensing fees.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Qualcomm's Antitrust Fine Confirmed by EU Court With Minor Reduction]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/qualcomm-antitrust-fine-confirned-eu-court-minor-reduction-6602668#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 19 Sep 2024 18:22:34 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Europe's second-highest court upheld an antitrust fine against Qualcomm, reducing it marginally. The fine was levied by the European Commission in 2019, which accused Qualcomm of selling chipsets below cost from 2009 to 2011, to undermine British phone software company Icera.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Announces ‘Diwali Dhamaka’ Offer With 1 Year Complimentary AirFiber Subscription: Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-air-fiber-diwali-dhamaka-offers-free-subscription-6593853#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 18 Sep 2024 18:06:19 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio announced a new ‘Diwali Dhamaka' offer for JioAirFiber on Tuesday. New and existing customers can get a one-year JioAirFiber subscription for free with the offer. To take advantage of the offer, new customers will need to shop for products above a certain value at Reliance Digital stores, whereas existing users can recharge with a special three-month Ji...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Outage: Network Restored After Several Users Report Issues Across India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-down-users-report-network-outage-across-india-6585133#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 17 Sep 2024 15:37:41 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio users reported complaints of a network outage on Tuesday, highlighting issues with both the mobile network and broadband connectivity. The reports were spotted across various regions in India, highlighting a widespread issue. Many users took to social media platforms to highlight that they were getting a “no service” error on their Jio SIM cards. The ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Introduces 8th Anniversary Recharge Plan Offers With Zomato Gold, OTT Subscriptions]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-anniversary-prepaid-recharge-plans-zomato-gold-ott-subscription-6498302#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 05 Sep 2024 19:27:12 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has rolled out special offers on select recharge plans, commemorating its 8th anniversary in India. The telecommunications provider is offering benefits subscriptions to OTT platforms, limited membership of food delivery platforms and e-commerce vouchers to users who recharge with the eligible packs.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Apple Set for Music, TV Streaming Fight in India After Airtel Deal]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/apps/news/apple-airtel-deal-music-tv-streaming-service-india-compete-spotify-jio-cinema-6472719#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
                    <category><![CDATA[apps]]></category>
                    <pubDate>Mon, 02 Sep 2024 15:30:33 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Apple, working to boost revenue globally from services including apps, payments and media, is set to offer free music and video streaming to many of Bharti Airtel's 281 million customers. Airtel will pay Apple a per-user fee "significantly" lower than the monthly $1.20 (roughly Rs. 100) charged each for Apple TV+ and Apple Music in India,]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Announces JioTV OS With Hello Jio AI Assistant, JioHome App, JioTV+, JioPhonecall AI, and More]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/apps/news/ril-agm-2024-mukesh-ambani-jiobrain-jiotvos-jiohome-jiotv-plus-jiophonecall-ai-cloud-welcome-offer-6444985#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 29 Aug 2024 16:44:27 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) held its 47th annual general meeting (AGM) on Thursday. During the conference, RIL Chairman and Managing Director Mukesh Ambani addressed the stakeholders of the company. Ambani spoke about the advancements the company is making in the fields of 5G connectivity, artificial intelligence, the growth of its telecommunications subsidiary ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Payments Bank Smartwatch With RuPay Chip Launched in India in Partnership With Noise and NPCI]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/wearables/news/airtel-payments-bank-smartwatch-price-in-india-launch-sale-date-specifications-6438112#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 28 Aug 2024 19:25:02 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel Payments Bank Smartwatch was introduced as National Common Mobility Card-enabled option in collaboration with Noise and NPCI at the Global Fintech Fest 2024 on Wednesday. The device, dubbed, the Airtel Payments Bank Smartwatch, comes with an integrated RuPay chip that enables transactions from the user’s wrist. It has been launched as a payments-cum-fitness s...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Raises Price of Prepaid Plans With Netflix Subscription: See New Prices, Benefits]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-prepaid-recharge-plan-free-netflix-subscription-price-benefits-6438029#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 28 Aug 2024 19:13:30 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has raised the prices of the prepaid plans which come with complimentary Netflix subscriptions. This increase in tariffs follows the trend of telecom companies in India hiking the rates of their prepaid as well as postpaid plans earlier this year. The revised offerings from Jio have been in effect since July 3. The revised Jio prepaid plans with free Netf...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel to Shut Down Wynk Music App, Absorb All Employees]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-to-shut-down-wynk-music-app-absorb-employees-6434915#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 28 Aug 2024 12:14:25 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel will exit from music vertical and shut down its Wynk Music app. When contacted, the Airtel spokesperson confirmed the development. The company has entered into an agreement with Apple to provide access to Apple Music with special offers to its customers who use iPhone.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Announces Offers on Apple TV+ and Music for Mobile, Wi-Fi Subscribers in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-apple-music-tv-plus-bundle-subscription-xtreme-wifi-recharge-plan-6429057#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 27 Aug 2024 17:41:47 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel is bringing special offers on Apple TV+ and Apple Music for its subscribers in India, the company announced on Tuesday. It has partnered with Apple to bundle the services of the two apps with its select prepaid and postpaid plans. Offers will be available for both mobile and Wi-Fi subscribers of Airtel.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Launches International Roaming Packs for UAE, Canada and Other Nations: Price, Benefits]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-international-roaming-packs-price-india-benefits-uae-canada-europe-thailand-saudi-arabia-6401545#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 23 Aug 2024 18:03:03 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has launched exclusive country-specific international roaming (IR) packs for popular travel destinations such as Canada, Europe, Thailand, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). These IR recharge plans come with multiple validity options, offering users choices for up to 30 days, in addition to free in-flight benefits in select regions.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Launches Rs. 198 Plan With Unlimited 5G Data, Voice Calling and 14-Day Validity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-rs-198-prepaid-recharge-plan-unlimited-5g-data-2gb-4g-calling-sms-benefits-6385304#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 21 Aug 2024 16:51:06 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has introduced a new recharge plan for its prepaid subscribers in India. It becomes the telecommunication provider’s most affordable prepaid plan offering unlimited true 5G data albeit with limited validity. Costing Rs. 198, this recharge plan also carries other benefits such as unlimited voice calling and subscriptions to several Jio apps including Jio...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[JioTV+ App With Access to Over 800 Digital Channels Launched for Android TV, Apple TV and Amazon Fire OS Devices]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/apps/news/jio-tv-plus-app-features-android-tv-apple-amazon-digital-channels-ott-apps-6379174#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 20 Aug 2024 19:17:38 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio is making it easier for its subscribers to consume media on multiple TVs following the rollout of the JioTV+ app on Android, Apple and other OS-powered TVs. The app was previously only accessible via the Jio set-top box (STB) that came bundled with the Jio Fiber and Jio Air Fiber connections.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Directs Indian Telcos to Stop Spam Calls, Blacklist Callers Using Blockchain Technology]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-directs-indian-telcos-stop-spam-calls-blacklist-callers-blockchain-help-6337285#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 14 Aug 2024 19:03:03 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[In a recent move, TRAI issued a directive to all network providers, asking them to stop promotional calls from unregistered callers. An official statement on the development was released by TRAI on August 13.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Introduces 4G and 5G-Ready OTA, Universal SIM Platform in India for Better Service Quality]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-4g-5g-ota-universal-sim-platform-launch-in-india-6319587#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 12 Aug 2024 14:03:33 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) announced a new 4G and 5G-ready over-the-air (OTA) and Universal SIM (USIM) platform on Friday. With this move, the Indian state-owned telecommunications provider aims to improve its service quality and connectivity in line with the government’s “Atmanirbhar Bharat” initiative. The platform has been developed with Pyro Holding...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Revises Its Rs. 349 Prepaid Plan After Recent Price Hike; Improves Validity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-rs-349-prepaid-plan-revised-after-price-hike-validity-6161471#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 22 Jul 2024 16:42:29 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio announced the revision of its Rs. 349 prepaid recharge plan on Friday, just weeks after it hiked the prices of several daily, monthly, and annual prepaid and postpaid plans. The telecom company stated that the changes were made after receiving customer feedback. While the new revision does not increase the daily internet data provided or the number of fre...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Unlimited 5G Data Booster Packs Launched in India: Check Price, Validity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-unlimited-5g-data-booster-pack-price-offer-validity-6134120#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jul 2024 19:03:34 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has introduced new data booster packs in India. These packs will allow unlimited 5G access to users. They will allow users without existing 5G plans to access unlimited 5G connectivity. These data packs will also allow users access to additional 4G data over and above the unlimited 5G data.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi RedX Rs. 1,201 Postpaid Family Plan Introduced; Benefits Include Swiggy One, Multiple OTT Subscriptions]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-redx-postpaid-family-plan-price-offers-subscriptions-6061069#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jul 2024 19:34:58 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) RedX postpaid plan has been refreshed to include a Netflix subscription along with access to four other popular OTT platforms and six months of Swiggy One. Previously priced at Rs. 1,101, the plan has been revised to Rs. 1,201 per month, reflecting a Rs. 100 increase.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Refutes Alleged Data Breach Claims, Says ‘Desperate Attempt to Tarnish’ Reputation]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-issues-statement-data-breach-claims-desperate-attempt-to-tarnish-reputation-6040062#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jul 2024 16:05:33 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel has issued a statement refuting the claims of data breach on its servers. The telecom operator said that it did not find any evidence of a breach after a thorough investigation. It further claimed that the allegation by the threat actor was a “desperate” attempt to tarnish the brand’s reputation. Earlier, multiple reports claimed that the telecom o...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel vs Jio vs Vi: Best Prepaid Plans With Up to 365 Days Validity After Latest Price Hike]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/airtel-vs-jio-vs-vi-best-prepaid-validity-plans-compared-2024-6015856#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jul 2024 07:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone Idea have increased the prices of their prepaid plans in India. The new prepaid plans from the operators will go live on July 3. So, if you are wondering which operator offers better pricing and benefits for different validity recharge plans, you should check out this article.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) Announces Increase in Prepaid, Postpaid Plan Prices From July 4 After Airtel, Jio Hike Tariffs]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-price-hike-prepaid-recharge-postpaid-plan-tariff-effective-date-5995034#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 29 Jun 2024 12:11:43 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) price hike was announced on Friday, shortly after rivals Reliance Jio and Airtel both unveiled higher prices for their prepaid recharge plans and postpaid plans. The new mobile tariffs will go into effect on July 4 and both Vi prepaid and postpaid customers will have to pay higher prices to access the operator's services.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel vs Jio: Prepaid Plans Comparison After Latest Price Hike]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/airtel-vs-reliance-jio-new-prepaid-plans-compared-2024-5988533#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 28 Jun 2024 15:02:43 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel and Reliance Jio have increased the prices of their prepaid plans in India. The new pricing will be implemented from July 03, 2024. Both operators have increased the pricing by up to 20 percent. So, if you are wondering which operator offers better pricing, then you should check out this article.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Announces Price Hike for Prepaid, Postpaid Plans by Up to Rs. 600 Starting July 3]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-price-hike-prepaid-postpaid-data-add-on-recharge-plans-benefits-detail-5987167#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 28 Jun 2024 10:58:49 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has increased the prices of select daily, monthly, and annual prepaid and postpaid recharge plans. The brand has limited the 5G unlimited data facility to customers with plans with 2GB of data per day or more. The Reliance-owned telecom company has announced a series of new unlimited plans set to come into effect on July 3.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Price Hike for Prepaid Recharge Plans, Postpaid Plans Announced: New Tariffs Effective From July 3]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-price-hike-prepaid-recharge-postpaid-plan-tariff-effective-date-5987219#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 28 Jun 2024 10:47:07 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel price hike was announced by the telecom operator on Friday, with prices increasing by as much as 20 percent. The telecom operator said the new prices are part of its efforts to increase the mobile average revenue per user (ARPU). The tariffs for prepaid and postpaid data plans will be revised next week, according to the operator. The Airtel price hike comes hou...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Reportedly Suffers Major Data Breach Affecting 278GB of User and Operational Data]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-data-breach-kiberphant0m-clone-sim-financial-fraud-users-report-5973796#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 26 Jun 2024 16:08:29 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has reportedly suffered a data breach and the threat actor involved is allegedly claiming to have possessed sensitive user and operational data. The government-owned telecom provider’s servers were attacked, and the hackers now possess SIM card details, home location register data, and server-related critical security keys, as per...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[CNAP Caller ID Service Trials to Curb Spam Calls Rolled Out in Limited Form in India: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-jio-vi-caller-id-cnap-service-trials-government-trai-report-5907439#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 17 Jun 2024 15:37:38 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom operators have begun limited tests of the CNAP (Calling Name Presentation) caller ID display service in India, according to a report. The new CNAP system is being tested in two regions in the country, despite pushback from telcos amid increasing pressure from the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) and the Department of Telecom (DoT) to cut down on th...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Launches T20 World Cup Plans With Free Disney+ Hotstar Subscription: Price, Validity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-t20-world-cup-plans-free-disney-plus-hotstar-subscription-price-5830972#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 06 Jun 2024 16:28:39 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has launched new plans for its prepaid, postpaid, and Xstream Fiber broadband customers that bundle a free Disney+ Hotstar subscription. Airtel has introduced these plans to enable them to watch the ongoing ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. Alongside, Airtel has also offered special international roaming packs for users travelling to the US and Canada.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) Introduces Prepaid Plans With Free Netflix Subscription: See Price, Validity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-free-netflix-subscription-prepaid-plan-price-validity-5779400#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 30 May 2024 17:48:57 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) introduced new prepaid plans that offer a free Netflix subscription on Wednesday. The telecom service provider is bundling a free Netflix Basic plan with specific prepaid recharges for the entire duration of the plan’s validity. The plans will also offer telecom benefits including daily internet data balance, free unlimited calling, and 100 free S...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone India (Vi) Guarantee Programme Offers 130GB of Extra Data for Free to 4G and 5G Users: How to Claim]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-india-vi-guarantee-programme-130gb-free-data-4g-5g-users-how-to-claim-5757025#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 27 May 2024 17:47:28 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone India (Vi) has launched the Vi Guarantee Programme which is offering eligible subscribers 130GB of free data. This is a limited-period offer for the prepaid users of the telecom service provider using a 5G-enabled or a new 4G smartphone. Under this programme, users will get 10GB of additional data in 13 consecutive tranches free of cost.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Tata Play to Offer Amazon Prime Lite Subscription Bundled With DTH and New Binge Plans]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/tata-play-dth-amazon-prime-lite-subscription-new-binge-plans-5661276#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 14 May 2024 17:28:14 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Tata Play (formerly known as Tata Sky) has collaborated with Amazon Prime to bring its content to the subscribers of its DTH and Binge packs. The company is now offering Amazon Prime Lite subscriptions along with its existing DTH plans that also allow access to TV channels and its new Binge packs where users can either opt for all the 33 OTT platforms or select any si...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Introduces Rs. 888 ‘Ultimate Streaming Plan’, Offers 15+ OTT Subscriptions for JioFiber, AirFiber Postpaid Customers]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-introduces-rs-888-ultimate-streaming-plan-for-jiofiber-airfiber-customers-5651594#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2024 13:07:04 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has introduced a new postpaid broadband plan for its customers that brings 15+ OTT platform subscriptions along with unlimited data for an affordable price tag of Rs 888 per month. Check out the full details here!]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Postpaid Plans 2024: Full List of Airtel Postpaid Plans with Price, Data Benefits, OTT Subscription, Offers, and More]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/airtel-postpaid-plans-list-5632889#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sun, 12 May 2024 10:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel is one of the largest telecom operators, bringing some interesting benefits with its range of postpaid plans. Check them out here.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[How to Check Your Jio Number Using 5 Different Methods]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/how-to/features/jio-number-check-code-how-to-5476607#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sun, 28 Apr 2024 12:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Forgot your new Jio number? Here are five different ways to check it!]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[How to Check Your Vi (Vodafone Idea) Number Using Different Methods]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/how-to/features/vi-number-check-code-how-to-5519055#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sun, 28 Apr 2024 09:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Did you forget your VI number? Check out this guide to find out more.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[How to Check Your Airtel Number Using 5 Different Methods]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/how-to/features/airtel-number-check-code-how-to-5476574#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 27 Apr 2024 12:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Want to know your new Airtel number? Check out this guide to find out more.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[How to Check Your BSNL Number Using Different Methods]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/how-to/features/bsnl-number-check-code-how-to-5518943#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 27 Apr 2024 08:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Did you forget your BSNl number? Check out this guide to find out more.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Announces Roaming Plans Starting at Rs. 133 per Day With Access to 184 Countries]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-international-roaming-recharge-plan-184-countries-in-flight-connectivity-benefits-5498266#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 22 Apr 2024 18:53:58 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel has upgraded its portfolio of new international roaming (IR) recharge plans by bringing new plans starting at Rs. 133 per day. The new roaming plan covers a range of 184 countries and is designed to benefit people who are travelling to multiple destinations. The latest plan includes benefits like unlimited data and in-flight connectivity. Users can opt ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea Launches Cloud Play, a Cloud Gaming Service for iOS and Android]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/games/news/vodafone-idea-vi-cloud-play-mobile-gaming-service-caregame-ios-android-5374514#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 04 Apr 2024 18:47:59 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea has launched Cloud Play, a cloud gaming service for mobile platforms, promising premium mobile games like Asphalt 9, Modern Combat 5, Shadow Fight and more. The service, introduced in partnership with Paris-based cloud gaming firm CareGame, will be subscription based, with prices starting at Rs. 100 per month.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[DoT Issues Order Seeking Temporary Suspension of USSD-Based Call Forwarding Facility]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/dot-orders-temporary-suspension-of-ussd-based-call-forwarding-facility-5351026#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 01 Apr 2024 15:18:04 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Department of Telecommunications (DoT) issued an order dated March 28 seeking a temporary suspension of USSD-based call forwarding service. The order cites the rise of online scams and unwarranted usage of the facility as the reason behind the action. It is a temporary suspension, meaning the government body does not intend to permanently disable it, however, the offi...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[IPL Live Streaming on JioCinema: How to Watch LSG vs MI IPL Match 2024 for Free on Mobile and Smart TV]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/how-to/features/ipl-2024-live-streaming-for-free-5274935#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 22 Mar 2024 10:59:49 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Lucknow Super Giants will face Mumbai Indians today. Here's how to watch the IPL 2024 live stream for free of LSG vs MI match on your mobile]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Introduces New Guidelines for Mobile Number Porting; to Come Into Effect From July 1]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-mnp-regulations-mobile-number-porting-july-1-announcement-5261121#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 18 Mar 2024 15:39:56 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The telecom regulator TRAI (Telecom Regulatory Authority of India) announced changes to its mobile number portability (MNP) rules last week. As per the latest amendment, if a SIM card has been swapped or replaced, the associated mobile number cannot be ported out to a different telecom operator for seven days. This is the ninth new amendment since the inception of MNP...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Postpaid Plans 2024: List of Popular Plans with Price, Benefits, Validity, and More]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/bsnl-postpaid-plan-list-with-price-benefits-validity-5187767#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sun, 10 Mar 2024 10:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL offers a plethora of postpaid plans for its customers. Check out the full list here.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Postpaid Plans 2024: List of Best Postpaid Plans with Price, Data Benefits, OTT Subscription, Offers, and More]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/jio-postpaid-plans-list-5199510#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 09 Mar 2024 10:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio offers many postpaid plans starting from Rs 299 per month. Check out the full details here]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[How to Use Chakshu Portal to Report Fraud Spam Calls, Messages, and More]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/how-to/features/chakshu-portal-how-to-5185812#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 07 Mar 2024 08:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Chakshu portal enables individuals to report suspicious messages across various platforms such as WhatsApp, SMS, and more]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Chakshu Portal Launched by Government to Curb Cyber Fraud Committed via Phone Calls, SMS, and WhatsApp]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/chakshu-portal-dip-for-cyber-frauds-phone-calls-sms-whatsapp-launched-by-government-5180495#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 05 Mar 2024 15:40:27 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Chakshu portal, a platform to report suspected communications of cyber fraud, was launched by the government of India on Monday. The portal was created alongside the Digital Intelligence Platform (DIP) which will be used for real-time intelligence sharing and coordination between all the stakeholders. The Chakshu portal can be used to report phone calls, SMS, and What...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Launches In-Flight Roaming Plans for Prepaid and Postpaid Users; Price, Validity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-in-flight-roaming-prepaid-postpaid-plans-price-validity-benefits-5106671#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 22 Feb 2024 17:02:58 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has announced new plans for its prepaid and postpaid users to let them stay connected when travelling on a flight. The plans will offer high-speed data, limited minutes of free calling, and a limited number of free SMS services, the telecom service provider stated. For those, who do not want to buy a separate plan, the service is also bundled with specific inte...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Government to Auction Airwaves Valued at $11.6 Billion to Boost Phone Networks]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/government-sell-spectrum-usd-11-6-billion-boost-phone-networks-5025132#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 09 Feb 2024 16:44:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The government has approved a plan to auction $11.6 billion worth of airwaves at reserve price, as per a statement from the Ministry of Communications. The upcoming spectrum auction will help major carriers Jio, Airtel, and Vi to boost services in the country.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio AirFiber Introduces New Add-On Data Plans in India: See Price, Offers]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-airfiber-add-on-data-plans-india-price-offers-validity-4980217#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 02 Feb 2024 17:14:53 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio has introduced two new AirFiber plans in India. Both are add-on plans which can be used over existing plans. One Rs. 401 Data Booster Pack was already available. Now the company has launched Rs. 101 and Rs. 251 Data Booster Packs. These additional plans are particularly helpful for users who have sizable data usage.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Aims to Tackle Call Drops Issue With Regulations; Improve Connectivity Inside Buildings]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 01 Feb 2024 17:12:48 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) will tackle call drops in the country and aid in the growth of the telecom sector in the country, the regulator's newly appointed Chairman Anil Kumar Lahoti said on Wednesday. Lahoti's predecessor, PD Vaghela, retired last September after completing his two-year term.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi 5G Services to Reportedly Rollout in India in 6-7 Months]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-5g-services-in-india-6-7-months-report-4966159#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 31 Jan 2024 14:47:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi (Vodafone Idea) CEO Akshaya Moondra has reportedly revealed that the company will be rolling out 5G services in India within a 6-7 month period. He also highlighted that the plans are contingent on monetisation clarity and finalising its external funding. Vi has also failed to meet the minimum rollout obligations placed by the DoT after the 5G spectrum auction and ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Google Enables eSIM Transfer Feature While Setting Up Android Smartphones: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/android-esim-transfer-tool-samsung-galaxy-s24-ultra-google-4959800#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jan 2024 15:50:42 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Google is expanding support for eSIM transfers across Android smartphones, according a report. The setup process for the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra prompts users to seamlessly transfer their SIM from their older smartphone. Previously, Google allowed Pixel 8 owners to transfer their eSIM from an older Pixel phone, and the feature is now available on more smartphones.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Urges Government to Frame Policy to Shut Down 2G and 3G Services]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-2g-3g-services-shut-down-policy-government-4954481#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 29 Jan 2024 18:45:22 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has suggested that 2G and 3G networks in India should be shut down to enable operators to cut down unnecessary costs and boost the 5G ecosystem development. The suggestion came as a response to a question in a consulting paper published by TRAI that sought opinions on the barriers to 5G penetrations and regulatory interventions that can overcome them.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Bundles Swiggy One Membership With Its Vi Max Postpaid Plans]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-max-postpaid-recharge-plan-swiggy-one-subscription-benefits-4928381#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 25 Jan 2024 12:14:34 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi (Vodafone Idea) has updated its Vi Max Postpaid plans with new benefits in India. The telecom major has added the Swiggy One membership at no extra cost for Vi Max Individual and Vi Max Family Postpaid users. With this offer, VI users can avail of unlimited free deliveries of food orders above Rs. 149 and groceries above Rs. 199 through Swiggy.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Direct-to-Mobile Broadcasting Trails for Streaming Without SIM, Internet Connection in 19 Cities Soon]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/direct-to-mobile-d2m-broadcasting-trials-19-cities-india-sim-card-internet-connection-4884509#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jan 2024 11:07:52 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Mobile users may soon be able to stream videos without a SIM card or an internet connection as Direct-to-Mobile broadcasting could become a reality in the near future.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Announces Republic Day Offer on Rs. 2,999 Annual Prepaid Plan: Benefits, Validity]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 16 Jan 2024 13:14:26 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio announced a list of additional benefits on an annual prepaid plan as part of its Republic Day Offer. Upon a recharge of Rs. 2,999, customers can get discount coupons for popular e-commerce sites, online fashion retailers, and even food delivery applications. Notably, this is not a new plan that the telecom operator has introduced.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel, Reliance Jio Likely to Start Charging for 5G Ending Unlimited 5G Data Offers]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-jio-india-5g-data-charges-offers-change-report-4859748#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sun, 14 Jan 2024 11:30:38 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio and Airtel have over 125 million 5G subscribers between them. The companies have been offering 5G connectivity at existing 4G rates and including unlimited 5G data with select plans. However, experts now suggest that the firms may soon stop their unlimited 5G offering and will likely increase 5G plan charges over the existing 4G plans.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Launches New Roaming Plans With Unlimited Data and Calls Starting at Rs. 898]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-international-roaming-plans-rs-898-validity-benefits-unlimited-data-calls-4840658#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jan 2024 12:36:56 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has introduced new international unlimited roaming packs for its customers. Jio's latest unlimited international roaming packs range from Rs. 898 to Rs. 3,455. The former comes with seven days validity while the latter offers 30 days validity. Customers travelling to countries like UAE, US, and Mexico can opt for these plans.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Google Restricts Downloads of Airalo, Holafly in India for Not Complying With DoT Policy: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/google-restricts-holafly-airalo-download-esim-apps-dot-policy-report-4806561#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jan 2024 20:32:41 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Google has reportedly blocked the downloads of Airalo and Holafly for users in India as the international eSIM providers were not complying with existing telecom policies in the country The directions to block the apps were issued by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to both Google and Apple, according to the report.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio May Soon Receive Regulatory Approval for Launch of Satellite Internet Services in India: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jiospacefiber-satellite-internet-services-in-space-approval-report-4793745#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jan 2024 19:28:18 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[JioSpaceFiber could launch in India soon, according to a report. Approval from the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) would allow the company to become the first satellite-based giga fibre Internet service in the country, ahead of Elon Musk-led Starlink, Eutelsat Group's OneWeb, and Amazon's Project Kuiper, firms that are also looking ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea and Elon Musk's Starlink Not in Tie-Up Talks, Telecom Firm Clarifies]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-elon-musk-starlink-not-in-tie-up-talks-india-4791945#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jan 2024 13:24:06 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India's Vodafone Idea is not in talks to tie up with billionaire Elon Musk's satellite internet company Starlink, the telecom operator said on Tuesday, dashing hopes of a revival in the debt-ridden company that had sent its stock soaring.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio, IIT Bombay Working on ‘Bharat GPT,’ Telecom Giant to Launch a TV OS: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/reliance-jio-bharat-gpt-generative-ai-programme-iit-bombay-akash-ambani-report-4758153#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 28 Dec 2023 17:48:13 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom giant Reliance Jio is reportedly working on generative AI and plans to launch a ‘Bharat GPT’ programme along the lines of large language model-based AI chatbots like ChatGPT. The company has partnered up with Indian Institute of Technology-Bombay to develop an India-first AI programme. Jio, which now offers products and services across the digital sector, ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Happy New Year 2024 Offer Brings Prepaid Recharge Plan With Extra Validity Benefits: Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-happy-new-year-offer-2024-prepaid-plan-extra-validity-benefits-4738150#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 25 Dec 2023 11:15:53 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio has brought a "Happy New Year Offer 2024" offer for its prepaid users in India. The telecom operator has refreshed one of the company's older annual prepaid plans. The New Year offer provided with this plan is the added 24 days of validity, which is complementary to its regular 365 days of validity.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Launches Rs. 3,199 Annual Prepaid Plan With Amazon Prime Video Mobile Subscription]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-rs-3199-prepaid-recharge-plan-annual-validity-benefits-amazon-prime-video-mobile-4721916#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 22 Dec 2023 15:01:09 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi has announced the launch of its Rs. 3,199 prepaid recharge plan that brings with it a year's worth of Amazon Prime Mobile. This would allow Vi prepaid users to stream their favourite shows on the OTT platform without any additional charges. The new pack include other benefits including unlimited voice calling as well as 2GB data with 365 days validity.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Parliament Passes Telecommunication Bill That Seeks Increased Government Control Over Telecom Sector]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/telecommunications-bill-2023-passed-parliament-telecom-services-spectrum-allocation-government-4716370#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2023 17:19:38 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Parliament on Thursday passed a bill that seeks to allow the government to temporarily take control of telecom services in the interest of national security, and provide a non-auction route for the allocation of satellite spectrum.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Meta Concerned Over Telecom Bill’s Ambiguities, Fears Government Regulation of OTT Apps: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/telecommunication-bill-2023-parliament-meta-india-concerns-ott-services-whatsapp-signal-4715720#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2023 15:57:40 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Parliament passed the Telecommunications Bill, 2023, which seeks to amend the laws relating to telecommunication services and networks, on Thursday. The bill, introduced by Communications, Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on December 13, would allow for the government to temporarily take control of telecom services in the interest o...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Launches JioTV Premium Plans Starting at Rs. 398 With 14 OTT Subscriptions]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jiotv-premium-plans-rs-398-1198-4498-prepaid-recharge-plans-14-ott-subscriptions-benefit-announcement-4677615#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 15 Dec 2023 11:02:13 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio has announced a new JioTV Premium subscription in India with access to up to 14 different OTT apps under a single plan. The telecom operator has also unveiled three new prepaid plans with JioTV Premium subscriptions. The new monthly, quarterly and annual plans starting at Rs. 398 bring unlimited data, voice, and SMS benefits.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Rs. 909 Prepaid Recharge Plan With 84 Days Validity, Unlimited Talktime Announced]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-rs-909-plan-recharge-prepaid-benefits-84-days-validity-unlimited-calls-data-sony-liv-zee5-4641658#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 07 Dec 2023 14:16:37 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has added a new recharge plan for prepaid customers. The new Rs. 909 prepaid recharge plan comes with 84 days validity. It offers unlimited voice calls, daily 2GB high-speed data and 100 SMS messages per day. Further, there is a complementary Sony Liv and Zee5 subscription. ]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Launches Prepaid Plan With Free Disney+ Hotstar Subscription, Unlimited 5G Data: See Price, Validity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-rs-869-plan-disney-plus-hotstar-subscription-prepaid-unlimited-5g-data-india-4631827#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 04 Dec 2023 12:45:54 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has launched a new prepaid plan in India that includes a free Disney+ Hotstar subscription offer. This comes a few days after it introduced a prepaid Netflix bundle plan. Similar to the Netflix plan, this new Hotstar bundle also offers unlimited 5G data alongside a few other perks and benefits.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Apple Preparing to Shut In-House 5G Modem Development Months After Extending Qualcomm Deal: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/apple-iphone-5g-modem-development-plans-scrapped-report-4620232#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 30 Nov 2023 11:55:46 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Apple is reportedly planning on scrapping its in-house 5G modem chip development project. Citing supply chain sources, a post on South Korean web forum Naver states that the iPhone maker is preparing to shut down the project completely. Apple has been struggling to create its own modem chip according to recent reports that stated the project had been delayed after hit...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel, Jio Offer Prepaid Plan With Free Netflix Subscription, Unlimited 5G Data: See Price, Validity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-jio-netflix-subscription-prepaid-plan-unlimited-5g-data-india-4613218#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2023 14:11:39 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel recently introduced a prepaid plan that includes a Netflix subscription bundle. It is said to be Bharti Airtel’s response to similar plans that Jio launched earlier this year. Notably, Airtel and Jio are the two network providers to offer 5G connectivity to users in India. The Netflix bundles from both these telecom operators also include unlimited 5G data.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Google Pay Said to Begin Collecting Convenience Fee on Mobile Recharge Transactions]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/apps/news/google-pay-mobile-recharge-plan-convenience-fee-upi-transactions-4598756#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 23 Nov 2023 12:14:29 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Google Pay has begun charging a convenience fee when users purchase a mobile recharge plan, according to user reports online. The company appears to have joined rival payment platforms Paytm and PhonePe that previously introduced a convenience fee when users make prepaid recharge payments. Google Pay has reportedly begun to charge up to Rs. 3 in convenience fees on mo...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel to Deploy Nokia's OTN Switches in Pan-India Long-Distance Network Connecting Major Cities]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-nokia-otn-switch-deployment-pan-india-long-distance-network-4595925#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 22 Nov 2023 14:30:50 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Nokia will deploy a next-generation optical transport network that will provide Airtel with additional capacity, and increased reliability, while cutting costs. As part of an agreement, the new hardware from Nokia will be used across Airtel's national long-distance network that the telecom provider uses across major Indian cities.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Warns Against 'Illegal' Fraudulent Calls Threatening Number Disconnection]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-warns-against-illegal-fraud-calls-number-disconnection-threats-4578490#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 16 Nov 2023 12:05:38 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[TRAI on Wednesday warned people against fraudulent calls falsely claiming to be from the telecom regulator and threatening to disconnect numbers. The regulatory body termed such calls as "illegal". The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has clarified that it neither blocks nor disconnects the mobile number of individual telecom customers.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Teases Arrival of 5G Network in Select Locations in Pune and Delhi]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2023 15:01:39 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi 5G network services will roll out in India soon, the company has teased on its website. The telecom operator's 5G network is set to launch its 5G networks in two cities — Pune and Delhi. However, Vi is yet to officially announce a date for the rollout of its 5G network services in the country.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio AirFiber Availability Expands to 115 Cities in India; Now Includes Coimbatore, Mysore, Rajkot, Warangal and More]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-airfiber-availability-expands-to-115-cities-in-india-full-list-here-4568200#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sun, 12 Nov 2023 12:57:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio AirFiber is the company's latest service based on 5G FWA (Fixed Wireless Access), and it is for people who do not have access to fiber broadband in their office or home locations.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Starlink Set to Gain GMPCS Licence to Offer Satellite Communication Services in India: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/starlink-gmpcs-license-satellite-communication-india-operations-report-4557670#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 08 Nov 2023 18:15:39 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Starlink is set to get the government's approval to offer its services in the country, according to a report. The SpaceX subsidiary is expected to soon offer Internet access to individual customers and organisations in India, after the company reportedly agreed to comply with the country's rules related to data storage.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Swiggy One Lite Subscription for Prepaid Recharge Plans Announced: All You Need to Know]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-swiggy-one-lite-subscription-plan-launched-prepaid-plans-4556369#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 08 Nov 2023 12:11:57 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio will offer a Swiggy One Lite subscription for three months to prepaid customers who opt for its 84-day recharge plan, the company announced on Wednesday. Here's everything you need to know about the Swiggy One Lite subscription offer for Jio prepaid customers.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Offers Free 4G SIM Upgrade, Additional Free Data to Users in India]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2023 12:12:54 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL (Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited) is a state-owned telecommunication company in India. Recently, at the India Mobile Congress, BSNL chairman P K Purwar said that the company will launch 4G services in December and then roll out the services across the country by June 2024. Now, the company is also offering a free upgrade to 4G SIMs.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Diwali Bonanza Offer: Avail Additional 3GB Data on Rs. 251, Rs. 299, Rs. 398 Recharge Plans]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-diwali-bonanza-offer-avail-additional-3gb-data-rs-251-299-398-recharge-plans-4544574#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 04 Nov 2023 11:42:44 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL is celebrating Diwali with its users by rolling out a special data offer. The telecom giant has announced to offer additional data on the existing Rs. 251 recharge voucher. Apart from this, the company is also providing extra data on other recharge plans.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[India Mobile Congress 2023 Highlights: From JioSpaceFiber, 6G, 5G Redcap Device Demo and More]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/india-mobile-congress-2023-highlights-jiospacefiber-6g-demo-5g-redcap-device-demo-and-more-4522892#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 28 Oct 2023 16:20:24 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The seventh edition of the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2023 kicked off on Friday with the inauguration by Prime Minister Modi at Bharat Mandapam. This year's event is centred around the theme of Global Digital Innovation.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Nokia Demonstrates 6G Sensing, Safer Railway Networks and More at India Mobile Congress 2023]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/nokia-6g-sensing-demo-moon-network-technologies-india-mobile-congress-2023-4518828#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 27 Oct 2023 15:36:34 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Nokia demonstrated several 6G and 5G technologies at the 2023 India Mobile Congress in New Delhi on Friday. The new technologies shown off included a 6G-based radar-like sensing technology, a Rapid Rail NCRTC private wireless network, a 4G/ LTE network on the Moon. Nokia also demoed a metaverse-based intelligent factory management system at the annual forum.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[JioSpaceFiber Satellite-Based Giga Fibre Internet Service Demonstrated at India Mobile Congress]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jiospacefiber-satellite-based-giga-fibre-service-demonstrated-at-india-mobile-congress-4518483#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 27 Oct 2023 12:43:27 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[JioSpaceFiber was demonstrated on Friday at the 2023 India Mobile Congress as mobile network service provider works on launching its satellite-backed Internet services in the country. The new JioSpaceFiber network will compete with Bharti Enterprises' OneWeb, Amazon's Project Kuiper, and Elon Musk's Starlink. It will rely on a network of satellites from SES and provi...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy S24 Series Could Offer Satellite Communication Support: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/samsung-s24-series-satellite-communication-support-with-exynos-2400-galaxy-4518172#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 27 Oct 2023 11:02:40 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy S24 series will reportedly offer satellite communication support, according to a report. A Samsung executive stated during a recent presentation in South Korea that the tech conglomerate was preparing to offer support for satellite communication on its smartphones next year. Support for communicating with other smartphone users via non-terrestrial netwo...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Prepaid Offers Free Disney+ Hotstar Subscription for World Cup 2023 With Select Recharge Plans]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-prepaid-recharge-plans-free-disney-plus-hotstar-subscription-for-world-cup-2023-4453405#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 05 Oct 2023 19:06:09 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The ICC World Cup 2023 season has begun with the England vs New Zealand game as the first match of the tournament. With the cricket fever spreading faster than expected, Reliance Jio has introduced some of the best offers for the experience of the viewers. Now, Jio prepaid users will be able to enjoy buffer-free cricket matches live from the stadium in HD quality, wit...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[India Expected to See 31 Million Users Upgrading to 5G Phones by December: Survey]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-phones-upgrade-by-31-million-indian-users-expected-by-december-4446075#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2023 17:52:28 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[As many as 31 million smartphone users in India are expected to upgrade to 5G phones between now and December, a report by Ericsson said on Tuesday underlining the accelerated pace at which the world's second largest telecom market is adopting the ultra high-speed services. ]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Max Family Postpaid Users Get Data Sharing and Unlimited Data for the Night]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-max-family-postpaid-users-get-data-sharing-and-unlimited-data-night-4445534#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2023 15:45:40 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi, on Tuesday, October 3, announced Data Sharing and Night-Time Unlimited Data features for the users of its Max Family postpaid plans. While the data-sharing feature will allow primary and secondary members of the family plan also to share the additional data quota, the night-time unlimited web browsing will benefit Max Family postpaid users using Vi’s internet be...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio AirFiber Launched in Eight Indian Cities at a Starting Price of Rs. 599: Check Plans, Benefits]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-airfiber-india-launch-rs-599-eight-cities-plans-internet-speed-details-reliance-4403844#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 19 Sep 2023 16:11:06 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance has unveiled Jio AirFiber in India today (September 19). The wireless Internet solution was introduced during Reliance Industries' 46th Annual General Meeting (AGM) last month. The Jio AirFiber allow users to access the Internet with up to 1.5 Gbps speed without any hardware requirements.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Invites Public Comments on Ways to Make Smartphone Affordable in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/trai-invites-public-comments-ways-means-make-smartphone-affordable-india-4397758#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sun, 17 Sep 2023 14:23:25 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom regulator TRAI on Thursday invited public comments to explore ways and means to make smartphone affordable in the country for digital inclusion. The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) as part of its consultation paper on "Digital Inclusion in the Era of Emerging Technologies" will assess if measures taken by the government such as focussing on local ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[OTT Platforms in India Using 5G Networks Without Paying Up, Claims COAI DG]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/entertainment/news/ott-platforms-india-using-5g-networks-without-paying-up-claims-coai-dg-4391220#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 15 Sep 2023 01:50:34 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Cellular Operators Association of India Director General S P Kochhar on Thursday made a case for sharing profit between OTT players and telecom companies for using 5G networks. "While telcos carry their traffic of voice and data, majority of the use of these networks is done by OTT players who load these networks with massive amounts of data which they carry to the e...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Balance Check: How to Easily Check Remaining Data, Balance and Recharge Validity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/bsnl-balance-check-how-to-view-ussd-code-phone-android-ios-selfcare-app-4371693#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 08 Sep 2023 17:47:29 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL balance check is easy to perform if you have an active BSNL prepaid recharge plan and want to check its validity or available data and balance. This can also be checked without access to the Internet using USSD codes, on feature phones. Smartphone users can use the official application on iOS and Android to check their existing plan validity and balance.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Balance Check: How to Check Your Prepaid Balance, Remaining Data and Validity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/airtel-balance-check-how-to-view-prepaid-recharge-plan-ussd-code-thanks-app-steps-4371533#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 08 Sep 2023 16:49:50 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel balance check can easily be done to find out details of your prepaid connection. The telecom operator will show you your current balance, remaining data allowance, and the validity of your existing recharge plan. If you have a smartphone, you can use two methods to check your balance, while feature phone users will only have access to one method to reliably che...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Offers Additional Benefits on Select Recharge Plans for Limited Days: Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-additional-benefits-recharge-plans-rs-299-749-2999-limited-days-4362476#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 05 Sep 2023 19:44:32 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[As Jio turns seven, the telecom company has come up with some additional benefits for its users in a few select tariff plans. For recharge on Rs. 299 and Rs. 749 Jio plans, users will get an additional data. The only catch is that the offer period for the recharge is during September 5-30.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio AirFiber India Launch Date Set for September 19; Jio 5G Said to Cover Entire Country by December: Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-airfiber-5g-india-launch-date-september-19-december-reliance-industries-mukesh-ambani-4336131#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 28 Aug 2023 16:11:37 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio AirFiber will be launched on Ganesh Chaturthi, September 19, RIL Chairman Mukesh Ambani said at the 46th AGM of Reliance Industries. Jio's 5G services are "on track" to cover the entire country with the ultra-high-speed network by December this year,  Ambani said on Monday.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Telecom Subscriber Base in India Grew Marginally to 1,173.89 Million at June End: TRAI]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/telecom-subscriber-base-grew-marginally-1173-89-million-june-end-trai-4327490#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 25 Aug 2023 01:10:38 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom subscriber base in the country grew marginally to 1,173.89 million at the end of June on account of new customer additions led by Reliance Jio, sector regulator TRAI said on Thursday. The subscriber base growth was driven by mobile telephony where Reliance Jio added over 2.27 million new customers and Bharti Airtel added 1.4 million customers.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Reports Rise in Call Drops Complaint, Begins Service Quality Rules Review]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-reports-rise-call-drops-complaint-begins-service-quality-rules-review-4310339#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
                    <category><![CDATA[telecom]]></category>
                    <pubDate>Sat, 19 Aug 2023 00:55:21 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom regulator TRAI on Friday said that it has been receiving a number of call drop complaints from subscribers triggering the need to review existing quality of service rules to measure network performance at the district level and bring 4G-5G services also under its ambit. ]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Launches Prepaid Mobile Plans Bundled With Netflix Subscription]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-launches-recharge-plans-rs-1099-1499-bundled-netflix-subscription-4309789#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 18 Aug 2023 20:57:49 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio on Friday launched two prepaid mobile plans bundled with a Netflix subscription. The company said it is a global first-of-its-kind prepaid bundle partnership for Netflix. With this launch, over 400 million Jio prepaid customers will get the option of availing a Netflix subscription through a Jio Prepaid bundled plan.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea Seeks 30-Day Extension to Pay Rs. 1,680 Crore for Spectrum Auction Instalment]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-rs-1680-crore-spectrum-auction-installment-30-days-delay-telecommunication-india-4306099#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 17 Aug 2023 18:27:43 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Debt-ridden Vodafone Idea has sought 30 days more time to pay around Rs. 1,680 crore for spectrum auction instalment due on Thursday, a senior company official said on Wednesday. The company has proposed to pay the amount with interest.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[COAI Says Delicensing of Spectrum in 6GHz Band Could Hamper 5G, 6G Rollout in India, Cause Loss to Exchequer]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-rollout-6g-impact-coai-opposes-delicensing-6ghz-spectrum-4297422#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 14 Aug 2023 18:50:20 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) has opposed the delicensing of spectrum in the 6GHz band heeding the demand of Wi-Fi service providers to make the 6GHz band freely available in the country. According to the COAI, aside from the spectrum that was put up during the auction, the 6GHz band is the only additional contiguous spectrum available in the mid-...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Introduces Independence Offer Prepaid Recharge Plan at Rs. 2,999: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-independence-day-prepaid-recharge-plans-rs-2999-calling-data-benefits-sms-5g-4286174#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 10 Aug 2023 15:24:09 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has introduced an Independence Offer prepaid plan priced at Rs. 2,999. The recharge plan brings in 2.5 GB daily data benefits along with unlimited voice calling and other benefits. The plan also offers free access to JioCinema, JioTV, JioCloud and more. It is valid for Rs. 365 days.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Network Live in Over 3 Lakh Sites in India Within 10 Months of Launch: Ashwini Vaishnaw]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-network-india-over-3-lakh-mobile-sites-within-ten-months-rollout-service-it-minister-ashwini-vaishnaw-4258875#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 01 Aug 2023 15:58:38 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom operators have installed over 3 lakh 5G mobile sites within 10 months of launch of the service, Union Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Tuesday. The 5G sites have been installed across 714 districts. "The world's fastest 5G rollout continues. Over 3 lakh 5G sites installed in 714 districts," Vaishnaw said on social media platform Koo.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Reports Quarterly Revenue Boost Driven by Strong Demand in the UK, Appoints New CFO]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-quarterly-revenue-growth-strong-demand-new-cfo-luka-mucic-4235687#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
                    <category><![CDATA[telecom]]></category>
                    <pubDate>Mon, 24 Jul 2023 12:49:08 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone reported an acceleration in first-quarter top line growth on Monday, driven by strong demand in Britain and improvements in Germany, Italy and Spain, marking a positive start for new chief executive Margherita Della Valle.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[JioBook (2023) India Launch Date Set for July 31; Amazon Microsite Teases Upcoming 4G Laptop]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/laptops/news/jiobook-4g-2023-india-launch-date-july-31-price-in-india-rs-20000-expected-4235314#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 24 Jul 2023 11:35:46 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[JioBook was launched in India in October 2022. Now, in July, the company will launch an update to the laptop. An Amazon microsite of the product went live recently. Even though there aren't many visible design changes, it is expected that the new device will come with internal upgrades.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Platforms Net Profit Rises to Rs. 5,098 Crore in First Quarter Amid 5G Adoption]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-platforms-net-profit-q1-rises-12-5-percent-rs-5098-5g-rollout-4231241#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 22 Jul 2023 10:42:50 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio Platforms on Friday posted a 12.5 percent year-over-year rise in net profit at Rs. 5,098 crore in the June 2023 quarter on account of subscriber additions and better realisation per user. The company had posted a net profit of Rs 4,530 crore in the same period a year ago.The revenue from operations of Jio Platforms came in at Rs. 26,115 crore during the reported q...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Imposed Rs. 35 Crore Fine on Telcos for Failing to Curb Pesky Calls, SMS: Telecom Minister]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-penalty-rs-35-crore-telecom-service-providers-pesky-calls-sms-4229818#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 21 Jul 2023 19:02:15 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom regulator TRAI has imposed a penalty of Rs 34.99 crore on service providers for failing to curb pesky calls and SMS on their network, Parliament was informed on Friday.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Partners With Truecaller to Prevent Customer Service Fraud Calls]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-truecaller-collaboration-safe-customer-service-fraud-calls-4204848#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 13 Jul 2023 20:40:06 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi (Vodafone Idea) India has collaborated with Truecaller to ensure safe and reliable communication for its users. The announcement was made on July 13. It aims to prevent users from customer service frauds and offer trusted communication. The number of customer service frauds have increased lately. Hence, the telecom company has partnered with Truecaller to help its ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Rs. 198, Rs. 204 Prepaid Recharge Plans With 500MB Data Benefits Launched]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-rs-198-204-plan-recharge-prepaid-talktime-benefits-500mb-data-validity-4203311#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 13 Jul 2023 14:13:51 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) has rolled out two new affordable prepaid plans for users in Mumbai and Gujarat. The telecoms firm has introduced a 500MB data plan with a validity period of 30 days, priced at Rs. 198 whereas the Rs. 204 plan comes with one month validity. The plans don’t offer unlimited calling and SMS benefits.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[DoT Said to Approach TRAI for Auction of New Spectrum Bands, Radio Waves]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-spectrum-bands-auction-dot-new-radio-waves-department-of-telecom-4192592#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 10 Jul 2023 08:23:12 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Department of Telecom (DoT) is likely to approach the sector regulator Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) this week for the auction of a set of spectrum bands as well as radio waves held by permits that are due to expire in 2024, an official source said. DoT is expected to hold the auction in the March quarter of the current fiscal.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio to Sign $1.7 Billion Deal With Nokia for Purchase of 5G Network Equipment: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-sign-usd-1-7-billion-deal-this-week-purchase-5g-network-equipment-report-4181889#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 06 Jul 2023 10:41:47 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Infocomm is reportedly gearing up to sign a contract worth $1.7 billion (roughly Rs. 14,016 crore) with Nokia this week to purchase 5G network equipment. The contract could be signed as early as Thursday in Helsinki, Finland. HSBC, JP Morgan and Citigroup are reportedly backing Jio's 5G-related purchases.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Bharat 6G Alliance Platform for Stakeholders Launched to Push Next-Generation Wireless Technology]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 04 Jul 2023 12:06:32 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Department of Telecommunications has launched Bharat 6G Alliance to drive innovation and collaboration in next-generation wireless technology. Bharat 6G Alliance (B6GA) is a collaborative platform consisting of public and private companies, academia, research institutions, and standards development organizations.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Google Parent Alphabet, Airtel Bet on Laser Technology to Deliver Internet Service in Remote Areas]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/google-alphabet-internet-access-bharti-airtel-remote-areas-laser-beam-taara-4153831#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 26 Jun 2023 17:03:53 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Taara executives and Bharti Airtel, one of India's largest telecommunications and internet providers, told Reuters they are now moving toward larger-scale deployment of the new laser internet technology in India. Financial details were not disclosed.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Elon Musk's Starlink High-Speed Internet Service Eyes India, Faces Resistance From Reliance Jio Over Auctions]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/elon-musk-starlink-india-reliance-jio-resists-spectrum-auction-high-speed-internet-4143301#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 22 Jun 2023 16:13:59 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Elon Musk is eager to bring his Starlink satellite broadband to India, but the world's richest man faces strong resistance from Mukesh Ambani, Asia's wealthiest, who runs Indian telecom giant Reliance Jio. Following a meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the US on Tuesday, Musk said he was keen to launch Starlink in India which "can be incredibly helpfu...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G in India Seen Accounting for About 57 Percent of Mobile Subscriptions by 2028: Ericsson Mobility Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-india-accounting-57-percent-mobile-subscriptions-2028-ericsson-mobility-report-4141854#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 22 Jun 2023 01:09:39 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The 5G subscription in India is estimated to have reached about 10 million by 2022 end, and is seen accounting for about 57 percent of mobile subscriptions in the country by the end of 2028, making it "the fastest growing" 5G region globally, according to Ericsson Mobility Report. With the launch of 5G services in October 2022, the major 5G Indian market is witnessing...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Huawei Ban in EU Opposed by China, ZTE Demands Equal Treatment]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/huawei-zte-eu-ban-china-opposed-demands-equal-treatment-4128111#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 16 Jun 2023 22:45:48 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[China firmly opposes some EU countries' ban on Huawei and said the European Commission has no legal basis nor factual evidence to prohibit the Chinese telecom giant, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Friday. ZTE, also singled out by EU industry chief Thierry Breton as a high-risk vendor, criticised the move to ban its equipment in the Commission's networ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Meta Says Subsidies From Big Tech Should Be Last Option for EU Telcos]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/meta-subsidies-big-tech-should-be-last-option-eu-telecom-operators-4125383#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 16 Jun 2023 00:39:37 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Meta Platforms said on Thursday subsidies from Big Tech should be the last option for European Union telecoms operators trying to get US companies to foot some of their network cost. Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Telefonica and other operators have lobbied for two decades for US tech giants to contribute to 5G and broadband roll-out, saying they create a huge part of the ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Directs Telecom Companies to Deploy AI-Based System to Detect, Crack Down on Senders of Pesky Texts]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-directs-telecom-operators-delpoy-ai-based-system-crackdown-pesky-messages-4118075#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 13 Jun 2023 18:51:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom regulator TRAI has directed all telcos to deploy Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning based systems to detect, identify, and act against senders of commercial communication who are not registered in accordance with regulations.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Government Approves $11 Billion Revival Plan for BSNL to help deploy 4G, 5G]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-revival-package-usd-11-billion-approval-4g-5g-servces-indian-government-4101853#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 07 Jun 2023 16:39:59 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India's cabinet on Wednesday approved an Rs. 89,000 crore ($10.79 billion) revival package for loss-making Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL) to help the state-owned telecom operator deploy 4G and 5G services in a market dominated by private players.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Directs Telecom Providers to Set Up Digital Platform for Customer Consent to Curb Promotional Calls, Messages]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-directs-service-providers-digital-platform-for-customer-consent-promotional-calls-sms-4091342#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 03 Jun 2023 16:56:12 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[In order to curb the menace of pesky calls and sms, telecom regulator Trai has directed service providers to develop a unified digital platform in two months to seek, maintain and revoke customers' consent for promotional calls and messages.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Delhi High Court Refuses to Interfere With TRAI's Rs 1,050 Crore Penalty on Vodafone]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-trai-no-relief-delhi-high-court-penalty-case-interconnectivity-reliance-jio-4071625#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 27 May 2023 18:23:27 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Delhi High Court refused to grant relief to Vodafone after the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) recommended the imposition of an Rs. 1,050 crore penalty on the operator. The penalty was recommended after Reliance Jio accused Vodafone of denying interconnectivity to its network as part of an Interconnection Agreement. The court held that the Telecom Dis...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Directs Banks, Financial Institutions to Verify Headers, Templates in Drive to Crackdown on Pesky Texts]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-directs-banks-financial-institutions-complete-verification-pesky-messages-crackdown-4065368#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 25 May 2023 15:36:24 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[TRAI on Thursday said all principal entities, like banks, financial institutions, and others, need to complete the process of verification of message headers and content templates immediately, as the telecom regulator forged ahead with its drive to crackdown on pesky messages to safeguard consumers.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Network Crosses 2 Lakh Sites Mark in India After Service Rolls Out in Gangotri]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-network-india-2-lakh-sites-mark-gangotri-rollout-it-minister-ashwini-vaishnaw-4064654#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 25 May 2023 11:45:48 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[5G network in India crossed 2 lakh mobile sites with the commissioning of the latest unit in Gangotri on Wednesday. The 5G site at Gangotri was inaugurated by Union Minister for Communications and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw and Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL 4G to Go Live at 200 Sites in Next 2 Weeks; 5G Upgrade Set for December: IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-4g-live-next-2-weeks-200-sites-5g-rollout-december-it-minister-ashwini-vaishnaw-4064504#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 25 May 2023 10:41:04 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL has started rolling out of 4G network with 200 sites, and after a three-month trial, it will launch an average of 200 sites per day, Union IT and Communications Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Wednesday.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Gains 30.5 Lakh Mobile Subscribers in March 2023, Bharti Airtel Follows: TRAI]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-adds-30-5-lakh-subscribers-march-2023-vodafone-idea-bharti-airtel-trai-4057283#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 22 May 2023 21:56:52 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India's largest telecom operator Reliance Jio added 30.5 lakh mobile subscribers in March, accelerating its momentum of February, while Vodafone Idea lost 12.12 lakh wireless users during the month, according to data released by telecom regulator TRAI. Sunil Mittal-led telecom company Bharti Airtel onborded 10.37 lakh mobile subscribers in March.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TCS Bags Rs. 15,000-Crore Purchase Order From BSNL to Deploy 4G Network Across India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-4g-network-india-tcs-advance-purchase-order-rs-15000-crore-4055380#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 22 May 2023 12:08:02 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Consultancy Services on Monday said a consortium, led by the IT giant, received an advance purchase order valued over Rs. 15,000 crore from the state-run BSNL for the deployment of a fourth-generation mobile (4G) network across India.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Big Tech Gets Support From EU Regulators Against Telcos' Network Fee Push]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 19 May 2023 23:15:50 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[EU telecoms regulators' group BEREC on Friday warned the European Commission against proposing legislation pushed by the sector to get Big Tech's help to pay for the rollout of 5G and broadband, saying it did not see a competition problem or a market failure. The comments from The Body of European Regulators for Electronic Communications (BEREC) to the European Commis...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[UK Telecom Firm BT to Cut 55,000 Jobs by 2030 After 5G Network, Fiber Broadband Rollout]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 18 May 2023 17:41:07 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[British telecoms and television group BT said Thursday it would axe up to 55,000 jobs by the end of the decade to slash costs in the latest tech-sector jobs cull. BT employs 130,000 staff, including contractors. The group will lower this to between 75,000 and 90,000 people over the next five to seven years, it said in a results statement.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Surpasses 2 Million 5G Customers in Tamil Nadu; 5G Services Available in Over 500 Towns in State]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-surpasses-2-million-customer-mark-5g-network-tamil-nadu-india-4045529#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 18 May 2023 16:57:24 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Leading telecommunications services provider Bharti Airtel on Thursday, announced that it surpassed the 2 million 5G user mark on its network in Tamil Nadu.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel to Complete 5G Rollout in Urban Areas in 2023; Expects Network Investment to Be Around Rs. 28,500 Crore]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-complete-5g-rollout-urban-area-2023-rs-28500-crore-investment-networks-4044753#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 18 May 2023 13:25:33 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel expects to complete the 5G rollout in urban areas and some key rural pockets this year and expects the investment in networks to hover around Rs. 28,500 crore, a senior official of the company said on Wednesday.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[DoT Launches Sanchar Saathi Portal to Track Lost or Stolen Mobile Phones Across India: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/sanchar-saathi-portal-track-block-lost-mobile-phones-india-dot-ceir-ashwini-vaishnaw-4039278#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 16 May 2023 17:59:51 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Union telecom minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that through Sanchar Saathi Portal, people will be able to block, track and check the genuineness of a used device before buying them.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone to Cut 11,000 Jobs in Next 3 Years as Part of New CEO's Restructuring Plan]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/vodafone-plans-to-cut-11000-jobs-next-three-years-new-ceo-technology-sector-layoffs-4038398#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 16 May 2023 14:18:26 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[British mobile phone giant Vodafone on Tuesday said it planned to axe 11,000 jobs over the next three years as new chief executive Margherita Della Valle seeks a "simpler" organisation. "Our performance has not been good enough," Della Valle said alongside news of flat annual revenue at the group.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Aims to Double Its Market Share in 3 Years; Will Invest Rs. 30,000 Crore in Network Gradation]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-increase-market-share-15-20-percent-double-in-three-years-india-30000-crore-investement-4038195#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 16 May 2023 12:45:37 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Chairman and Managing Director of the Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) Pravin Kumar Purwar has said that the BSNL has set up a target to reach 15 percent to 20 percent of market share in three years.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Government to Soon Roll Out Pan-India System to Track, Block Lost Phones]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/mobile-phones-lost-track-block-pan-india-ceir-system-roll-out-government-4035794#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 15 May 2023 15:52:52 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[People will be able to block and track their lost or stolen mobile phones across India with the rollout of a tracking system by the government this week, a senior government official said. Technology development body Centre for Department of Telematics (CDoT) has been running the pilot of the CEIR system in some of the telecom circles.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Gives 30 Days to Telcos to Check Misuse of Telemarketing Message Templates]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 12 May 2023 23:51:56 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Regulator TRAI on Friday directed telecom operators to take action against misuse of telemarketing messages templates within 30 days to curb pesky messages. The regulator in the direction said that it has noticed some telemarketers are misusing headers and content templates of enterprises.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel Added 19.8 Lakh Mobile Subscribers in February: TRAI]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-bharti-airtel-added-19-8-lakh-mobile-subscribers-february-trai-4026890#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 11 May 2023 23:06:58 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom operators Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel added 19.8 lakh mobile subscribers month-on-month in February, even as Vodafone Idea lost 20 lakh customers, according to data released by TRAI on Thursday. India's largest telecom player Reliance Jio added the maximum number of mobile subscribers at about 10 lakh, taking its wireless subscriber tally to 42.71 crore use...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel 5G Touches 2 Million Customer Mark in Mumbai Within a Few Months of Launch]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bharti-airtel-5g-touches-2-million-customer-mark-mumbai-within-7-months-of-launch-4019863#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 09 May 2023 21:43:51 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom operator Bharti Airtel on Tuesday announced that it has touched the 2 million customer mark on its 5G network in Mumbai within seven months of the launch. Mumbai is also the first city in the country to have 5G coverage in all its towns and talukas, Airtel said in a release.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Zoom Secures Pan-India Telecom License, Can Now Offer Telephone Services to Users]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/apps/news/zoom-gets-pan-india-telecom-license-telephone-services-voice-video-conferencing-4001190#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 03 May 2023 15:27:04 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Web conference company Zoom Video Communications (ZVC) has secured a pan-India telecom licence that will enable it to offer telephone services as well to enterprise customers, ZVC said on Wednesday. US-based Zoom has been offering voice and video conference service through its website and app.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio True 5G Services Rolls Out for Char Dham Yatra]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-true-5g-roll-out-char-dham-yatra-3984860#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 27 Apr 2023 17:17:57 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio on Thursday announced the beginning of its True 5G services at the Char Dham temples in Uttarakhand as the doors of Badrinath were opened for devotees. Badrinath Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) Chairman Ajendra Ajay inaugurated the service in Badrinath whose doors were opened for devotees on Thursday.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[India Said to Plan Appeal Against WTO Panel Ruling Against ICT Import Duties in Dispute With Japan, EU]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/wto-panel-india-challenge-ruling-ict-import-duties-appellate-body-industry-impact-3957971#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 18 Apr 2023 14:23:08 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India will appeal against a World Trade Organization's (WTO) panel ruling that the country's import dues on certain information and technology products are inconsistent with the global trade norms, commerce ministry sources told PTI. The WTO panel's ruling followed a dispute filed by the EU, Japan and Taiwan against duties on ICT products.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Rollout: 600 Indian Districts Covered in Less Than 200 Days, MoS Communications Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-rollout-india-600-districts-under-200-days-mos-communications-3957304#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 18 Apr 2023 10:07:17 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Indian telecom providers have rolled out 5G connectivity to 600 districts in less than 200 days, according to details shared by Union Minister of State for Communications Devusinh Chauhan. The minister, who was speaking at the second meeting of G20 Digital Economy Working Group (DEWG), stated that India is one of the fastest countries to roll out 5G connectivity.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Slams Airtel Over ‘Frivolous’ Complaint With TRAI Against Live TV Channels Offered With JioFiber Broadband]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-slams-bharti-airtel-complaint-telecom-regulator-live-tv-channels-jiofiber-tariffs-3945421#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 13 Apr 2023 17:37:45 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has slammed Bharti Airtel for filing a complaint with telecom regulator over live TV channels offering with JioFiber, saying the rival company's sole grouse was the reasonable tariffs of JioFiber.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[US House to Vote on Bill to Crack Down on Huawei, ZTE Amid Security Concerns]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/us-house-vote-over-bill-potential-huawei-zte-security-threats-china-3941375#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 12 Apr 2023 14:24:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The House of Representatives said on Tuesday it will take up a bipartisan bill called the Countering Untrusted Telecommunications Abroad Act that would require the State Department to report on US NATO allies and others using telecommunication equipment or services in their 5G networks from companies like Huawei and ZTE.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio, Airtel, Vodafone Idea Said to Seek Allocation of Entire 6 GHz Band Spectrum for 5G, 6G Services]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-airtel-vodafone-idea-coai-6-ghz-spectrum-5g-6g-services-government-3937872#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 11 Apr 2023 12:29:23 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The government should earmark the entire spectrum available in the medium frequency range of 6 gigahertz band for mobile telephony so as to enable them to deliver high-speed data services in the range of 50-100 mbps, telecom industry body COAI said in a letter to the Department of Telecom.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Virgin Orbit Files for Bankruptcy, to Sell Satellite Launch Business After Failing to Secure Funding]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/science/news/virgin-orbit-bankruptcy-layoffs-failed-launch-britain-richard-branson-3919323#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 04 Apr 2023 15:33:31 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Virgin Orbit, Richard Branson's satellite launch firm, has filed for bankruptcy. The company is also looking for a buyer, and recently announced that it was laying off 85 percent of its workforce after it failed to secure enough funding.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Tejas Networks Wins Rs. 696 Crore Order From BSNL, Its Largest-Ever Contract]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/tejas-networks-bsnl-order-tj1400-router-installation-tata-group-3916858#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 03 Apr 2023 18:03:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Tejas Networks has won an order from Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), its largest-ever order, the company announced on Monday. The Tata Group-owned firm will supply, install and commission over 13,000 of its 'TJ1400' series of next-generation access and aggregation routers, as part of the contract.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Issues Draft to Repeal Regulation on Dial-Up Quality, Leased Line Internet Access Service]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-telecom-issue-draft-repeal-regulation-dial-up-quality-lease-line-internet-access-3916632#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 03 Apr 2023 17:02:37 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom regulator TRAI on Monday issued a draft to repeal the regulation on quality of service of dial-up and leased line internet access service. The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) said that there are no dial-up subscribers now and high-speed broadband services are being provided through optical fibres, wireless technologies such as 4G.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Renesas Seeks Local Production of Chipset Developed With Tata Consultancy Services]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/renesas-tcs-chipset-local-production-tata-consultancy-services-3915970#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 03 Apr 2023 13:49:08 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Renesas is looking to produce chipsets that the company is developing in partnership with leading software company TCS in India, according to a senior official of the chipmaker. The Japanese semiconductor company will develop SoCs with TCS initially for 4G, 5G telecom networks and industrial technologies.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Telecom Subscriber Base Rise Marginally to 1,170.75 Million in Jan 2023: TRAI]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/telecom-subscriber-base-rise-marginally-to-1170-75-million-january-2023-trai-3910826#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 01 Apr 2023 00:26:18 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The telecom subscriber base in the country grew marginally to 1,170.75 million in January, driven by net customer gain in the fixed line segment, according to a sector regulator TRAI report released on Friday. The net gain in the wireline segment was 0.28 million customers while mobile telephony recorded a net gain of 0.09 million subscribers.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Launches New Broadband Plan for Rs. 198 Ahead of IPL]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-rs-198-fixed-broadband-plan-monthly-rolling-out-3899671#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 28 Mar 2023 14:46:31 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio has launched a new entry-level broadband plan priced at Rs. 198 per month. The plan, named Broadband Back-up plan, is claimed to offer an Internet speed of 10 megabit per second. Earlier, the minimum price for availing Jio Fiber connection was Rs. 399 per month.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Government Asks Telcos to Take Measures While Setting Up 5G Towers Near Airports]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/telecom-operators-minimise-5g-towers-interference-aircraft-operations-moca-3898944#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 28 Mar 2023 11:08:12 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom Service Providers (TSP) have been advised to take various measures while placing 5G towers near airports. Recommendations include establishing safety and buffer zones in the vicinity of airports, restricting power levels of C-Band 5G transmissions around the airports, and ensuring the tilt of 5G base stations to an extent such that the 5G emissions do not inte...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[OneWeb Can Match Mobile Service Rates in Western Nations, Not "Extremely Low" India Tariffs: CEO]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/oneweb-pricing-india-extremely-tarriffs-western-nations-more-expensive-individual-use-sunil-mittal-3896543#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 27 Mar 2023 15:07:30 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[OneWeb will be able to match pricing for mobile services in western countries but not the "extremely low" tariff in India, according to CEO Sunil Mittal. 
According to the top executive, services will be affordable and at par with that of mobile rates when collectively used by a community of 30-40 homes in a village, but individual use in India would be more expensiv...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[India's First Quantum Computing-Based Telecom Network Link Operational, Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/india-quantum-computing-telecom-network-link-operational-minister-ashwini-vaishnaw-3896278#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 27 Mar 2023 13:33:21 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India's first quantum computing-based telecom network link is now operational in the national capital, telecom minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on Monday. The minister also announced a Rs. 10 lakh reward for ethical hackers who can break the encryption of the system.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[OneWeb Completes Satellite 'Constellation' to Offer Global Internet Coverage Like Rival Starlink]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/oneweb-satellite-launch-isro-constellation-complete-global-broadband-coverage-3895971#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 27 Mar 2023 11:26:39 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[OneWeb on Sunday launched the last 36 satellites in its 616-satellite “constellation”, ahead of the company's plans to offer global broadband coverage in 2023. The Starlink rival plans to provide coverage to the lower 48 US states in May and the rest of the world later this year.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Installs 1 Lakh Towers to Expedite 5G Rollout in India, Department of Telecom Data Shows]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-5g-network-rollout-1-lakh-towers-installed-department-of-telecom-data-3892354#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 25 Mar 2023 15:30:17 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio has installed around 1 lakh telecom towers to expedite its 5G rollout in India, according to the latest DoT data that shows the carrier has more than nearly 5 times more towers than its nearest competitor. As per a Department of Telecom report, for every base station, Jio has three cell sites while Airtel has two.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[IISc Team Working on Antennas to Empower 6G Technology for V2X Communications]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/science/news/6g-technology-iisc-team-developing-antennas-empower-v2x-communications-3889903#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 24 Mar 2023 17:05:59 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Indian Institute of Science (IISc) researchers are working on designing antennas that can empower 6G technology, which is instrumental in realising efficient V2X (Vehicle to Everything) communications. In a recent study, the team shows how self-interference in full-duplex communication antennas can be reduced, and consequently, the movement of signals across the commu...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Pips Jio in 5G Rollout Race, Expands Next-Generation Network Coverage to 500 Cities]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-5g-rollout-500-cities-jio-india-fastest-rollout-next-generation-network-3889268#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 24 Mar 2023 14:24:26 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has overtaken Jio to roll out its 5G network to 500 cities in India with the addition of 235 cities in the country. Rival Jio currently offers 5G network services in 406 cities.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio's Unlimited 5G Plans Put Airtel on Back Foot in India, Delay Profits: JP Morgan]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-5g-new-plans-impact-bharti-aritel-metric-india-jp-morgan-3888611#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 24 Mar 2023 10:30:44 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The launch of cheaper postpaid plans with unlimited 5G by Reliance's Jio has put rival Bharti Airtel on the back foot in the Indian market and may delay recovery in its key profit metric, JP Morgan analysts said on Thursday.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[IPL 2023: Jio Rolls Out New Cricket Plans Providing 3GB Data per Day]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/ipl-2023-jio-rolls-out-new-cricket-plans-providing-3gb-data-per-day-3888197#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 24 Mar 2023 01:27:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[With the cricketing world gearing up for the Indian Premier League beginning later this month, Jio has come up with new Cricket Plans for new and existing users. With truly unlimited True-5G data that comes with all the Cricket Plans, Jio users can watch live matches through multiple camera angles in 4K clarity across screens. The plans are designed keeping in mind th...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Meta Says Extra Network Fees Will Not Solve EU Telecoms' Financial Problems]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/meta-says-extra-network-fees-not-solve-eu-telecoms-financial-problems-3888027#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 23 Mar 2023 23:21:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Meta Platforms on Thursday voiced its strongest criticism to date of a push by EU telecoms operators to get Big Tech to foot additional network costs, saying this would not solve their financial problems and also ignores tech companies' hefty investments. Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Telefonica, Telecom Italia and other operators have lobbied for two decades for US tech...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[India Must Take Lead in 6G Technology, Says IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/india-lead-6g-technology-union-it-minister-ashwini-vaishnaw-3885624#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 23 Mar 2023 11:01:05 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Highlighting the country's stride in technology and innovation Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Wednesday asserted that India should lead the world in 6G technology. Vaishnaw attended the Communication Ministers' Conclave held in New Delhi, with the theme of 'Enabling Innovation in Telecommunications to Ensure Digital Transformation of the Society'.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[PM Modi Unveils 6G Vision Document, Says Telecom Technology Is Empowering Citizens]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/pm-narendra-modi-6g-vision-document-india-itu-area-office-inauguration-3883719#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 22 Mar 2023 17:10:55 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday unveiled Bharat's 6G Vision Document and inaugurated the new International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Area office and Innovation Centre. At the event, the PM also launched the 6G R&amp;D Test Bed and the 'Call before u dig' App.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Rolls Out 5G Services in 41 More Cities, Network Now Live in 406 Cities in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-high-speed-5g-services-rollout-41-cities-india-3880398#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 21 Mar 2023 16:16:20 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio launched high-speed 5G services in another 41 cities across 16 states and union territories on Tuesday, taking the overall coverage to 406 cities. Jio plans that by December 2023 it will cover every town/city in the country.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Rolls Out New Family Postpaid Plans Bundled With Data, Streaming Websites]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-rolls-out-new-family-postpaid-plans-bundled-data-streaming-websites-3878703#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 21 Mar 2023 00:02:21 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel has rolled out various family plans offering monthly data in the range of 105-320 GB as it looks to attract prepaid users to switch to postpaid connections. The new family plans uploaded on the company website are in the range of Rs. 599 to Rs. 1,499 per month, while Black family plans, that bundles DTH and fixed broadband service, are in the range of ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[AIIMS Delhi to Be Equipped With 5G Network by June 30 for Maximum Utilisation of Modern Tech]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/aims-delhi-5g-network-equipped-june-30-maximum-utilisation-modern-technology-3872068#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 18 Mar 2023 14:13:38 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[To enable maximum utilization of modern communication technology for patient care, teaching, research, and good governance, AIIMS has decided to equip itself with a 5G network by June 30, officials said. A five-member committee has been constituted to expedite the process, said an office memorandum, issued by the director Prof M Srinivas. ]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Huawei Replaced Over 13,000 Parts Hit by US Trade Sanctions, Says Founder]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 18 Mar 2023 11:14:41 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Huawei Technologies’ founder said that the company has replaced more than 13,000 parts in its products that were hit by US trade sanctions, according to a transcript of a speech posted on Friday by a Chinese university. According to the transcript posted by Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Huawei founder Ren Zhengfei said Huawei had over the past three years replaced ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Huawei, ZTE Ban Would Impact Mobile Networks in Germany, Fears German Ministry]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/huawei-zte-ban-impact-mobile-networks-germany-economic-ministry-fears-3870884#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 17 Mar 2023 21:46:38 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[A ban on certain components by Chinese companies Huawei and ZTE could have a significant impact on Germany's mobile network if they have to be replaced on a larger scale, according to a German economy ministry letter seen by Reuters. The German government is currently carrying out a review of telecom tech suppliers which it says is not directed at specific manufacture...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Offering Unlimited 5G Data to Prepaid, Postpaid Users: Here's How to Claim This Offer]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 17 Mar 2023 17:21:16 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has launched unlimited 5G data for all postpaid and prepaid customers. Prepaid customers with a data plan of Rs. 239 and above will be able to avail of the offer. Users with a 5G compatible device can access high-speed data in 5G network areas.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[India Acquired 100 Patents for 6G Technology After Fast Rollout of 5G Network: IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/india-acquires-100-patents-6g-network-5g-rollout-fast-it-minister-ashwini-vaishnaw-3867667#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 16 Mar 2023 21:37:57 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Indian scientists, engineers and academicians have acquired 100 patents for 6G technology, IT and Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Thursday. While speaking at the Bharat Startup Summit organised by the PHD Chamber of Commerce, the minister said India is taking a leap in 5G technology with the fastest rollout of networks in the world.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[OneWeb Plans Launch of 36 Satellites With ISRO to Complete First-Generation LEO Constellation]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/oneweb-36-satellite-launch-isro-final-leo-constellation-first-generation-3866491#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 16 Mar 2023 16:34:51 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[OneWeb on Thursday announced that it plans to launch 36 satellites with ISRO on March 26. The low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite communications company backed by Bharti Enterprises will complete its first-generation LEO constellation with the upcoming launch, and mark the firm's second satellite deployment from India.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[India Has One of the Fastest 5G Rollouts in the World: Ericsson Chief]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/india-fastest-5g-rollouts-world-2023-end-ahead-other-countries-ericsson-global-chief-3864826#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 16 Mar 2023 00:27:25 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India has one of the fastest rollouts in the world of 5G and by 2023-end India will be ahead of most countries, said Ericsson global chief Borje Ekholm. Talking exclusively to ANI, Ekholm said, "I would say that by the end of 2023, it will be clearly ahead of most other countries in the world." Talking about India as a business destination, Ekholm said India has stron...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Services Rolled Out in 329 Cities Across All Licensed Service Areas: MoS Devusinh Chauhan]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-services-rolled-out-329-cities-across-licensed-service-areas-mos-devisinh-chauhan-3864181#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 15 Mar 2023 21:09:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[5G services have been rolled out across 329 cities spread across all licensed service areas, Lok Sabha was informed on Wednesday. Population-scale solutions are being tested on Indian 4G/5G indigenous stacks across the platforms such as healthcare, agriculture, smart manufacturing, education, gaming, and drones, Minister of State for Communications, Devusinh Chauhan s...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Launches 5G Services in 34 More Cities in India, Overall Coverage Reaches 365 Cities]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-launches-5g-services-34-more-cities-india-3863239#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 15 Mar 2023 16:50:53 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio on Wednesday launched its high-speed 5G services in 34 cities in India, taking the overall coverage to 365 cities. 5G is the fifth-generation mobile network capable of transmitting a large data set at a very rapid speed. The 5G rollout is also expected to bring more development in remote data monitoring in sectors such as mining, warehousing, telemedicine...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[PM Modi Meets Nokia CEO, Discusses India’s Digital Infrastructure, 5G journey, 6G Ambitions]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/pm-modi-meets-nokia-ceo-pekka-lundmark-discuss-india-digital-infrastructure-5g-6g-3859069#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 14 Mar 2023 11:16:47 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Nokia CEO Pekka Lundmark on Monday and discussed India's strides in building next-generation digital infrastructure. In a tweet, Lundmark said it was a privilege to meet Prime Minister Modi and discuss how Nokia is contributing to India's 5G journey and next phase of digital transformation, and also how the firm intends to support...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio 5G Rollout Expands to 27 More Cities, 5G Services Now Available in 331 Cities in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-5g-rollout-27-cities-karnataka-maharashtra-kerala-uttar-pradesh-holi-2023-3844159#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 08 Mar 2023 17:34:15 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio on Tuesday announced the rollout of 5G services to 27 cities across the country. Customers in 27 cities in Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jammu &amp; Kashmir, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Punjab, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand and West Bengal will have access to the Jio Welcome Offer to access the telecom provider's 5G network.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Germany to Ban China's Huawei, ZTE Components From 5G Networks Over Security Concerns]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/germany-to-ban-telecom-operators-huawei-zte-china-5g-networks-3841622#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2023 16:36:06 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Germany plans to ban telecoms operators from using certain components made by Chinese companies Huawei and ZTE in 5G networks, a government source said, in a potentially significant move to address security concerns.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Rolls Out 5G Network in 125 Cities, Service Now Live in 265 Cities in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bharti-airtel-5g-network-service-coverage-rollout-125-cities-india-3838151#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 06 Mar 2023 14:24:12 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel launched high-speed 5G services in another 125 cities on Monday, taking the overall coverage to 265 cities in India. "5G has revolutionized the world of internet, ushering new era of connectivity and communications that will prove to be a game-changer for the country. At Airtel, we remain committed to delivering the highest quality of network and service...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Expects to Become Largest Player in 5G Sector in 2023, Says Company's President]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-largest-player-5g-sector-2023-company-president-mathew-oommen-3829763#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 02 Mar 2023 22:21:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India's biggest telecom operator Reliance Jio expects to become the world's largest player having a pure 5G network this year with promise to provide services at affordable rates to the masses, a senior official of the company said here. Speaking to the PTI at the Mobile World Congress, Reliance Jio President Mathew Oommen said India needs inclusive growth and Jio wil...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Surpasses 10 Lakh 5G Customers in Mumbai, Service Live in Over 140 Cities in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bharti-airtel-5g-network-reaches-1-million-users-mumbai-3828357#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 02 Mar 2023 16:40:48 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel announced on Thursday that it had reached 1 million 5G users in Mumbai. The Sunil Mittal-led telco said it is well poised to cover every town and key rural areas with Airtel 5G services by end of March 2024.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Qualcomm Partners With Thales to Unveil iSIM for Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC as eSIM Alternative]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/qualcomm-thales-isim-snapdragon-8-gen-2-soc-launch-mwc-2023-gsma-3824566#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2023 16:30:38 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Qualcomm has partnered with Thales to add iSIM or Integrated SIM capabilities into the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC. The functionality would replace traditional SIM cards as well as eSIM and is expected to reduce the manufacturing costs of handset makers.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Launches 5G Network in Jammu and Kashmir, Service Now Live in 304 Cities in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-true-5g-network-services-launched-in-jammu-kashmir-srinagar-3824358#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2023 14:37:05 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio on Tuesday announced the launch of its True 5G services in Jammu and Srinagar in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. According to a company statement, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha launched Jio True 5G services on Tuesday at Raj Bhawan in Jammu.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[India's Mobile Exports to Exceed $10 Billion in FY 2022-23, Says Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2023 18:01:28 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The telecom industry in India has become investment-oriented and an employment generator and exports of mobile are expected to exceed USD 10 billion in the current financial year 2022-23, said Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio 5G Network Services Will Be Available Across India by End of 2023, Says Reliance]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-5g-network-services-to-cover-india-by-end-of-2023-3821882#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2023 17:34:13 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Infocomm reiterated on Tuesday that it will extend high-speed 5G telecom services across India by the end of 2023. "We are on the path to achieving the declared goal to increase the Jio 5G footprint month after month to other cities, towns, and talukas of various States and UTs, and are aiming to cover every town, every taluka, and every tehsil across the...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Qualcomm Working With Oppo, Vivo, Xiaomi and More to Develop Android Phones With Satellite-Based Messaging]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/qualcomm-android-satellite-based-messaging-honor-motorola-nothing-oppo-vivo-xiaomi-3818255#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 27 Feb 2023 15:08:27 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Qualcomm announced that it was working with a host of Android smartphone manufacturers to develop satellite-based messaging capable devices. The San Diego, California-based company, which is the world's biggest supplier of chips that connect mobile phones to wireless data networks, said it is working with Honor, Lenovo-owned Motorola, Nothing, Oppo, Vivo, and Xiaomi t...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Motorola Defy 2 With Satellite Messaging, Defy Satellite Link Accessory Launched: Price, Specifications]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/motorola-defy-2-price-usd-599-99-satellite-link-launch-sale-q2-2023-specifications-features-3817884#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 27 Feb 2023 14:38:16 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Motorola Defy 2 was launched ahead of MWC 2023 as a satellite-capable smartphone, alongside the Motorola Defy satellite link, a Bluetooth-connected accessoryy for iOS and Android smartphones. The devices will allow customers to access two-way satellite messaging along with access to SOS Assist and other location-based features.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Nokia to Change Branding Ahead of MWC 2023, New Logo Drops Iconic Blue Colour]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/nokia-logo-change-new-brand-identity-mobile-world-congress-mwc-2023-3817531#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 27 Feb 2023 11:33:51 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom giant Nokia has announced its plans to change its brand identity for the first time in nearly 60 years, which will include a new logo. The new logo comprises five different shapes forming the word 'Nokia'. The iconic blue color of the old logo has been dropped for a range of colours depending on the use.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Asks Telcos to Submit State, UT-Wise Call Service Quality Reports]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-telcos-airtel-vodafone-reliance-jio-submit-state-ut-wise-call-service-quality-reports-3812562#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 25 Feb 2023 00:05:34 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Sector regulator TRAI on Friday issued directions to telecom service providers to submit service quality reports for each state and Union Territory too. TRAI said submission of state and Union Territory-wise report for QoS (quality of service) parameters is essential for optimum analysis of service quality being provided by telcos.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Ericsson Could Cut 8,500 Jobs Under Cost-Cutting Plans, Reveals Internal Memo]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/ericsson-job-cuts-8500-cost-cutting-plans-reveals-internal-memo-3812379#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 2023 22:52:13 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom equipment maker Ericsson will lay off 8,500 employees globally as part of its plan to cut costs, a memo sent to employees and seen by Reuters said. While technology companies such as Microsoft, Meta and Alphabet have laid off thousands of employees citing economic conditions, Ericsson's move would be the largest layoff to hit the industry.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Google, Apple, Meta, Netflix May Have to Pay Network Costs as EU Launches Telecom Sector Consultation]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/google-apple-meta-netflix-eu-big-tech-telecom-sector-network-costs-3808610#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2023 20:30:51 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The European Commission on Thursday launched a consultation on the future of Europe's telecoms sector, starting a process that could lead to requiring Alphabet's Google, Apple, Meta Platform and Netflix to pay some network costs.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Xiaomi India President Muralikrishnan B on the Xiaomi 13 Pro, Redmi Note Series, 5G Phones, and Make in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/podcasts/features/xiaomi-muralikrishnan-b-xiaomi-13-pro-pricing-5g-phones-make-in-india-orbital-podcast-3807793#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2023 16:55:43 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Ahead of the launch of the Xiaomi 13 Pro in India next week, Xiaomi India President Muralikrishnan B joins us on the latest episode of Orbital, the Gadgets 360 podcast, to discuss the arrival of the Xiaomi 13 Pro, and what the company’s customers expect from 5G connectivity in India, and Xiaomi’s plans for 2023 in India.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Telcos' Body COAI Says Mid-Band 6GHz Spectrum Needed for Mobile Operators, 5G Services]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/telcos-body-coai-says-mid-band-6ghz-spectrum-needed-mobile-operators-5g-services-3801522#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2023 17:16:49 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Industry body COAI on Tuesday made an aggressive pitch for setting aside mid band 6GHz spectrum for mobile operators, saying it is critical for proliferation of 5G services, and that delicensing it to a "use for all" will hit the quality and cost of the next-generation services. Cellular Operators' Association of India (COAI) cautioned that 5G deployments, speeds and ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio True 5G Launches in 20 More Cities Across 11 States, Union Territories in India]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2023 16:33:29 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio on Tuesday announced it has launched its high-speed 5G services in 20 cities across 11 states and Union Territories. Telecom service providers started providing high-speed 5G services in the country from October 2022 onwards.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI to Bring Consultation Paper on Digital Inclusion, Will Focus on Devices, Connectivity, Literacy]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-consultation-paper-digital-inclusion-devices-connectivity-india-digital-summit-2023-internet-mobiles-3798557#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2023 17:52:24 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) will bring out a consultation paper to further strengthen digital inclusion, looking at three key aspects of devices, connectivity and literacy. The consultation paper on anvil is expected to look at three key aspects -- devices, connectivity and literacy.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[India to Be Major Telecom Exporter in 3 Years; 4G and 5G Stack 'Now Ready', Communications Minister Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/india-major-telecom-exporter-3-years-ashwini-vaishnaw-4g-5g-stack-ready-3794131#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 18 Feb 2023 18:14:09 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India is set to emerge as a telecom technology exporter to the world in the next three years, Communications Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Saturday. The country's indigenous 4G/5G technology stack is "now ready" and has been tested with 10 million simultaneous calls, according to the minister.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel, Jio, Vodafone Idea Directed to Improve Service Quality Immediately, Report State Level Call Drop Data]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-jio-vodafone-idea-trai-improve-service-quality-immediately-report-call-drop-data-state-level-3793530#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 18 Feb 2023 13:32:39 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel, Jio and Vodafone Idea have been directed by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) to immediately improve their services in the country, amid rising instances of service quality issues and consumer complaints. TRAI said telcos will be asked to implement an artificial intelligence/machine learning tool to detect and block spam from unregistered telema...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Sixty-Nine Percent of Respondents Experience Call Drops, Connection Problems on Most Days, Survey Reveals]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 17 Feb 2023 13:24:30 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Sixty-nine percent of respondents in a survey revealed that they faced call drops and connection issues on any given day. The survey by Local Circles recorded 42,000 responses from citizens across 338 districts, revealing that a majority of users faced connection issues on a daily basis.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Leads Wireline Segment in December 2022 With Nearly 3 Lakh New Customers]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-leads-wireline-segment-india-december-new-customers-3789538#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2023 23:50:52 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom subscriber base rose marginally to 1,170.38 million in December 2022 on account of an increase in fixed line connections, according to official data. The total subscriber base in the country was at 1,170.17 million in November last year.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Cracks Down at Telcos for Unauthorised, Pesky Promotional Messages]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-bharti-airtel-vi-trai-cracks-down-telcos-unauthorised-pesky-promotional-messages-3789507#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2023 23:33:44 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom regulator TRAI on Thursday cracked down on unauthorised, pesky promotional messages by telemarketers as it issued directions to telecom operators to act swiftly to stop the misuse of headers and message templates. To stop such misuse and curb unwanted messages, the regulator has directed access service providers (telecom operators) to reverify all registered h...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[India’s Private Wireless Investment to Hit $250 Million by 2027, Mobile Data Usage to Double Soon: Nokia Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/india-private-wireless-network-investment-usd-250-million-2027-mobile-data-usage-nokia-report-3788554#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2023 18:31:55 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[According to a report by Nokia, India's investment in private wireless network is expected to reach nearly $250 million (roughly Rs. 2,067 crore) by 2027. The report also mentioned that India’s mobile data usage had more than tripled over the last five years.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio, Airtel and Vi Said to Push for Regulation of Communication OTT Services at Meeting With TRAI Chief]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-airtel-vodafone-idea-regulation-ott-communication-apps-trai-coai-competition-3786943#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2023 10:18:48 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio, Airtel, and Vodafone Idea (Vi) asked TRAI chief P D Vaghela for regulation of communication OTT players, making a unanimous pitch for 'same service-same rules'. Telecom operators have argued that OTT players, which offer similar services as telcos do, should be regulated on similar lines.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Snapdragon X75, Snapdragon X72 5G Advanced-Ready Modems Announced by Qualcomm Ahead of MWC 2023]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/snapdragon-x75-x72-5g-advanced-modem-launch-specifications-fixed-wireless-access-platform-features-qualcomm-3784588#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 15 Feb 2023 18:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Qualcomm on Wednesday announced the Snapdragon X75 — the first 5G Advanced-ready modem — and the Snapdragon X72 5G wireless modem-to-antenna solution. The chipmaker also unveiled the Qualcomm Fixed Wireless Access Platform Gen 3 for 5G fixed internet access that it claims is the first fully integrated FWA platform with 5G Advanced-ready connectivity.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea Loss Swells to Rs. 7,990 Crore in Q3 Even as Company Posts Increased YoY Revenue]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-rs-7990-losses-q3-telecom-debt-3783705#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 15 Feb 2023 11:06:05 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea reported an increased consolidated loss of Rs. 7,990 crore for the third quarter ended December 31, 2022. The debt-ridden telecom operator’s consolidated revenue, however, increased by 9.29 percent to Rs. 10,620.6 crore from Rs. 9,717.3 crore in the December 2021 quarter.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[DoT Said to Have Directed TRAI to Introduce Strict Service Quality Norms]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/dot-said-to-have-directed-trai-introduce-strict-service-quality-norms-reliance-jio-airtel-vi-bsnl-5g-3783051#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2023 23:21:39 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Department of Telecommunications has asked sector regulator TRAI to make quality of service norms stricter in order to curb call drops and improve call quality, an official source said on Tuesday. The move comes after the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) collected feedback from the public through an IVRS call around call drop, quality of calls etc.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Rolls Out 5G Network in 4 Cities in Himachal Pradesh, Services Extended to 17 More Cities in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-5g-network-services-himachal-pradesh-india-reliance-3781767#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2023 17:21:27 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio launched its 5G services in Shimla, Hamirpur, Nadaun, and Bilaspur in the state of Himachal Pradesh on Tuesday. Additionally, Jio rolled out its high-speed internet service in 17 more cities across the country.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[92 Percent Mobile Phone Users Get Unsolicited Calls Daily Even on DND: Survey]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/92-percent-mobile-phone-users-get-unsolicited-calls-daily-even-dnd-survey-3779612#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2023 22:09:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[An overwhelming majority of mobile phone subscribers in India get at least one pesky call every day and 92 percent receive unsolicited calls even after being in the 'Do Not Disturb' list, as per a survey by online firm LocalCircles. According to the survey, 78 percent respondents said they get the highest number of pesky calls from financial services and real estate s...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio, Vodafone Idea Announce Valentine’s Day Special Prepaid Offers: All Details]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2023 19:23:55 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio and Vodafone Idea have both announced special Valentine's Day deals on prepaid recharge plans. The newly introduced Vi offer is only available through recharge via the Vi app till February 14, while Jio has not announced the last date yet.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL-ZTE Alleged Scam: Delhi High Court Directs BSNL to Initiate Departmental Action]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 11 Feb 2023 09:38:31 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Delhi High Court has directed Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL) to initiate departmental action, as suggested by the CBI, against its officers for allegedly formulating improper tenders and lack of planning before issuing of purchase orders of GSM telephone mobile lines. The high court made it clear that it has not expressed any opinion on the merits of the imputati...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Nokia Extends Fibre Broadband Equipment Production to India Amid Rising Demand From Local Customers]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/nokia-fibre-broadband-internet-manufacturing-passive-optical-network-factory-chennai-3767238#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2023 14:45:13 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Nokia on Thursday announced that it would extend manufacturing of PON optical line terminals (OLTs) to its factory in the country, amid an increase in demand from Indian and global customers. The country is seeing massive demand for fibre connectivity from both fixed and mobile operators, a senior Nokia executive said.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[SpaceX Prevented Ukraine From Using Starlink Internet for Drones Amid Russia War, Company President Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/spacex-starlink-satellite-internet-ukraine-drone-use-russia-war-president-gwynne-shotwell-3766670#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2023 11:31:33 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[SpaceX took measures to block the use of drones by Ukraine over its Starlink satellite Internet services in the region amid the ongoing conflict with Russia, a top executive said on Wednesday. Using Starlink with drones went beyond the scope of an agreement SpaceX has with the Ukrainian government, according to SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Services Now Available Across 238 Cities in India: MoS Devusinh Chauhan]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-services-airtel-reliance-jio-vodafone-idea-available-across-28-cities-india-mos-devusinh-chauhan-3764336#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2023 16:37:29 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[5G services are available across 238 Indian cities at the end of January 2023, Union minister of state for communications, Devusinh Chauhan informed Parliament on Wednesday. The Government issued spectrum allocation letters to telecom service providers in August 2022, while asking them to prepare for the rollout of 5G services in the country.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Extends 5G Network to 10 Cities Across 8 States, Service Now Live in 236 Cities]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2023 16:06:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio announced on Tuesday that it is rolling out its True 5G services in 10 cities across eight states. According to Jio, the cities of Hindupur, Madanapalle and Proddatur in Andhra Pradesh; Raigarh in Chhattisgarh; Talcher in Odisha; Patiala in Punjab; Alwar in Rajasthan; Mancherial in Telangana; Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh and Roorkee in Uttarakhand will enjoy its 5G ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Motorola Partners With Vi to Offer 5G Services on All Compatible Phones in India: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/motorola-vi-partnership-5g-network-support-india-smartphones-edge-30-ultra-g62-5g-more-3760401#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2023 14:28:20 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Motorola has announced a partnership with Vi to offer 5G services in India on its compatible phones. The smartphone will offer 5G band support between 11 to 13 on its smartphones. The smartphone company already offers 5G network on its smartphones with Airtel 5G, starting late November 2022. However, Moto Razr 5G is not compatible with Airtel 5G.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio True 5G Service Launches in Haridwar, Now Available in 226 Cities]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-true-5g-services-launched-haridwar-available-226-cities-3753172#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 04 Feb 2023 18:02:10 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio on Saturday launched its True 5G services in Haridwar from Har Ki Pauri, taking the total number of Jio True 5G cities to 226 across the country. The telecom company said starting today, Jio users in Haridwar would be invited to the Jio Welcome Offer to experience unlimited data at up to 1 Gbps+ speeds, at no additional cost.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea Ordered to Convert Dues From Government Worth Over Rs. 16,000 Crore Into Equity]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2023 20:39:38 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea said on Friday the government had ordered the company to convert into equity all the dues owed to the government for use of airwaves including the interest related to payments for spectrum. The total amount to be converted into equity shares is Rs. 16,133 crore, the mobile carrier said.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Expected to Achieve Net Profit in FY2026-27: MoS Devusinh Chauhan]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2023 17:48:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL is expected to generate net profit in fiscal year 2026-27, with the implementation of the approved revival measures, MoS for Communications Devusinh Chauhan said in a written reply in Rajya Sabha on Friday. Losses of BSNL were pegged at Rs. 3,589 crore in April-September 2022-23 as it clocked an income of Rs. 9,366 crore and incurred total expenditure of Rs. 12,9...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Rolls Out 5G in Kozhikode, Thiruvananthapuram, Thrissur; Service Now Live in 4 Cities in Kerala]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2023 16:44:24 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel on Friday launched its 5G services in three new cities in Kerala, bringing the high-speed network to Kozhikode, Thiruvananthapuram and Thrissur. The company mentioned in a statement that its 5G services are already live in Kochi.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI to Meet Jio, Airtel and Other Telcos on February 17 to Discuss Plan for Improvement in Services]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2023 20:00:06 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom regulator TRAI has called a meeting with telcos on February 17 to discuss measures and action plan for improving service quality, review of norms, benchmarks for 5G services, and unsolicited commercial communications. The meeting assumes significance as improvement in telecom service quality is bound to cheer mobile customers, irked by call drops and patchy ne...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Budget 2023: BSNL to Use Allocated Rs. 53,000 Crore for Upgrading to 4G, 5G Network]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2023 22:29:42 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[State-run BSNL will use about Rs. 53,000 crore in upgrading its network to 4G and 5G this year as well as revamping landline network across the country, Union Minister for IT and Telecom Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Wednesday. The Government has announced a capital infusion of Rs. 52,937 crore in BSNL during the next fiscal year starting April 1, 2023.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Rollout Can Unleash New Economic Avenues, Help in Development: Economic Survey 2022-23]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-rollout-can-unleash-new-economic-avenues-help-development-economic-survey-2022-23-3740843#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2023 21:42:19 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The rollout of 5G services can unleash new economic opportunities and help India leapfrog the traditional barriers to development, while boosting innovation by startups and businesses, the Economic Survey said. The massive wave of digitisation, rising penetration of smartphones, and technology adoption have opened the doors for both traditional and new-age sectors.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio 5G Network Rolls Out Across 34 Cities as Operator Expands Coverage to 225 Cities in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-5g-network-launch-34-cities-13-states-karnataka-maharashtra-tamil-nadu-3739787#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2023 17:12:22 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio on Tuesday announced that it was launching its 5G network services in 34 cities across 13 states, bringing the total number of cities covered by the operator to 225. Subscribers in these cities will be invited to the Jio Welcome Offer, with access to unlimited data at up to 1 Gbps speeds, at no additional cost, according to Jio.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Rs. 99 Prepaid Recharge Plan With Access to 200MB Data Launched]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-rs-99-plan-recharge-prepaid-benefits-unlimited-calls-200mb-data-validity-3739106#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2023 14:34:46 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) has rolled out a new affordable prepaid plan for users. The telecoms firm has introduced a 200MB data plan with a validity period of 28 days, priced at Rs. 99. The plan doesn’t offer unlimited calling and SMS benefits.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Poco Aiming for 60 Percent Business Jump in 2023, Upgrades to 5G Phones to Drive Growth: Himanshu Tandon]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/poco-india-5g-smartphone-upgrade-himanshu-tandon-60-percent-business-jump-2023-3738946#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2023 13:44:57 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Poco expects upgrades to 5G mobile phones from 4G to drive growth in 2023, Poco India Country Head Himanshu Tandon has revealed. The sub-Rs 10,000 smartphone segment is likely to be most impacted because of inflationary pressures and rupee depreciation, and the industry will see strong competition in the Rs 20,000-Rs 30,000 mobile phone segment, according to Tandon.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio, Airtel Mobile Users Tally Increased in November, While Vodafone Idea Faces Loss: TRAI]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-airtel-mobile-subscribers-tally-25-lakh-vodafone-idea-lost-19-3-lakh-customers-november-trai-3730878#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 28 Jan 2023 10:47:13 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel cumulatively gained nearly 25 lakh mobile subscribers in November, while Vodafone Idea lost nearly 18.3 lakh customers, according to TRAI data. Reliance Jio cemented its lead in the market adding 14.26 lakh net subscribers in November, whereas Airtel added 10.56 lakh users. The top five service providers constituted over 98 per cent market ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Introduces Rs. 489 and Rs. 509 Prepaid Recharge Plans With Up to 60GB Data]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-rs-509-489-prepaid-recharge-plans-60gb-data-30-days-validity-3729631#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2023 19:09:18 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has introduced two new prepaid plans with up to 60GB of data for 30 days validity. The plans, priced at Rs. 489 and Rs. 509, offer data along with unlimited calling, SMS benefits, as well as Airtel Thanks offers such as a free Wynk Music subscription, free Hello Tunes, Rs. 100 cashback on FASTag, and more.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Launches 5G Services in Seven Northeast Cities, Network Now Live in 191 Cities in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-5g-network-service-six-states-northeast-shillong-imphal-aizawl-agartala-reliance-3729235#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2023 17:27:30 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has launched 5G services across six states of the Northeast circle by connecting seven cities, namely, Shillong, Imphal, Aizawl, Agartala, Itanagar, Kohima and Dimapur with its True 5G network. Starting tomorrow, the company said Jio users in seven cities across six states of Arunachal Pradesh (Itanagar), Manipur (Imphal), Meghalaya (Shillong), Mizoram (A...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Rising Cost of Data a Concern, MoS IT Says After Airtel Tariff Price Hike]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-recharge-plan-price-hike-rising-data-cost-concern-mos-it-rajeev-chandrasekhar-3722978#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2023 14:39:52 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Rising prices for data and devices were of concern because they are impediments in rapid digitisation, Minister of State for Electronics and IT Rajeev Chandrasekhar said on Wednesday. The minister's comments have come shortly after Airtel hiked the price of its minimum monthly recharge plan by about 57 percent in the country.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Hikes Basic Tariffs in Seven Regions by Nearly 57 Percent to Increase Average Revenue per User]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-basic-recharge-plan-price-rs-155-karnataka-bihar-rajasthan-old-plan-3722149#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2023 09:57:21 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel on Tuesday said it was raising the price of its entry level plan priced at Rs. 155 in seven regions, as part of the company's efforts to increase its average revenue per user (ARPU). The older plan priced at Rs. 99 has been discontinued in regions including the states of Karnataka, Bihar and Rajasthan, according to the telecom operator.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Network Can Be Misused for Drug Trafficking, Money Laundering and More, Papers Submitted at DGP Meet Warn]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-network-misuse-drug-trafficking-money-laundering-terror-financing-dgp-meet-3720184#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2023 17:05:13 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[5G networks can provide an excellent platform for middlemen and agents for creating linkages for crimes such as drug trafficking, human and organ trafficking, money laundering and terror financing, according to papers submitted at a key security meet. These papers state that the 5G network is built on easily accessible and open Internet protocols and it inherits all t...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio 5G Network Services Launched in 50 More Cities as Rollout Expands to 184 Cities in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-5g-rollout-50-cities-maharashtra-karnataka-punjab-rajasthan-tamil-nadu-assam-odisha-3719774#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2023 15:34:52 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio on Tuesday announced that it has expanded its 5G rollout to 50 new cities in the country. With the launch of 5G services in states including Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Haryana, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Odisha, Puducherry, Punjab, Rajasthan and Tamil Nadu, customers can now access 5G services in 184 cities.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[T-Mobile Says Data of 37 Million Customers Exposed in Second Data Breach in 2 Years]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/t-mobile-data-breach-37-million-accounts-exposed-prepaid-postpaid-probe-3711813#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 21 Jan 2023 11:32:43 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[T-Mobile on Thursday said that it was probing a data breach, the second major cyberattack in two years, that may have exposed 37 million postpaid and prepaid accounts. The US telecom operator said it identified malicious activity on January 5 and contained it within a day, adding that basic customer data — such as name, billing address, email and phone number — wa...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Introduces Rs. 349 and Rs. 899 Prepaid Recharge Plans With 2.5GB Daily Data: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-prepaid-recharge-plans-rs-349-899-calling-data-benefits-sms-5g-3709846#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2023 16:47:12 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has brought two prepaid plans with 2.5 GB daily data benefits. The plans priced at Rs. 349 and Rs. 899 also offer unlimited calling, SMS benefits as well as free access to JioCinema, JioTV, JioCloud and JioSecurity, and more. Apart from these, there is one more prepaid plan priced at Rs. 2023 with 2.5GB daily data.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Caller Name Display Implementation Should Not Be Mandatory, COAI Tells TRAI]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/trai-caller-id-cnap-implementation-optional-coai-privacy-technical-cost-concerns-3708949#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2023 12:09:17 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Cellular Operators' Association of India (COAI) has asked the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) to make the implementation of Calling Name Presentation (CNAP) for telecom operators. COAI has shared technical, privacy, and cost related concerns with the implementation of caller name display with the telecom regulator.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Expands 5G Network Rollout in Select Areas of Noida, Ghaziabad, Faridabad: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-5g-rollout-network-services-expansion-noida-ghaziabad-faridabad-uttar-pradesh-3703437#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2023 17:44:15 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel on Wednesday announced that it was rolling out its 5G network services in the National Capital Region cities of Noida, Ghaziabad, and Faridabad, giving subscribers in these areas access to high-speed internet connectivity. Just like other regions where Airtel has launched its 5G network services, customers will have access to 5G network speeds at no extra cost ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel 5G Services Rolling Out in Phased Manner in Jaipur, Udaipur and Kota: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-5g-rollout-jaipur-udaipur-kota-literature-festival-venue-rajasthan-3699477#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2023 15:16:38 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel on Tuesday announced that is rolling out its 5G services in Jaipur, Udaipur and Kota in Rajasthan. Customers will be able to access the telco's 5G network at no extra cost until the rollout is more widespread. Meanwhile, Airtel has also announced it has deployed its 5G services at the venue for the Jaipur Literature Festival (JLF).]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Himachal Pradesh to Have 5G Services in Rural and Urban Areas by 2024, IT Secretary Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/himachal-pradesh-5g-rollout-urban-rural-areas-2024-end-infrastructure-3698729#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2023 10:55:28 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Himachal Pradesh will have 5G services across the state by the end of 2024, according to a state official. The next-generation network services would be available in rural and urban areas by next year, according to IT Secretary Abhishek Jain. Operators must figure out a mechanism to roll out 5G networks without harming the environment and inconveniencing people, he ad...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel 5G Network Services Roll Out in Agra, Meerut, Kanpur, Gorakhpur and Prayagraj: Details]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2023 18:41:04 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel announced that it has begun rolling out its 5G network services in five cities of Uttar Pradesh, weeks after they were launched in Lucknow and Varanasi. The operator said on Monday that customers in select areas in Agra, Meerut, Gorakhpur, Kanpur and Prayagraj will be able to enjoy high speed Airtel 5G network at no extra cost until the rollout is more widespre...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio True 5G Services Now Launched in Uttarakhand, Rs. 650 Crore Invested for Standalone 5G Network in the State]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2023 17:41:22 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio announced the launch of its True 5G services in Uttarakhand from Dehradun on Wednesday. Apart from the existing investment of Rs. 4,950 crore, a company's spokesperson said Jio would additionally invest over Rs. 650 crore on the deployment of standalone 5G network in Uttarakhand.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[EU Wants Details of Investment Plans Ahead of Legislation to Make Big Tech Pay for Telcos Network Costs]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/google-netflix-meta-amazon-eu-telecom-operators-pay-network-costs-legislation-investment-plans-3681784#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2023 10:26:51 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Big tech firms and EU telecom operators could face questions from the European Commission about their investment outlays and cloud infrastructure plans before legislation to make the former pay telcos for their network costs. Firms like Google, Netflix, Amazon, and Meta say the idea of paying telcos for network costs amounts to an Internet traffic tax.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio True 5G Launched in Guwahati, Reliance Said to Invest Rs. 2,500 Crore More to Deploy 5G in Assam]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-5g-assam-rollout-guwahati-wifi-services-maa-kamakhya-temple-himanta-biswa-sarma-3680013#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2023 17:42:17 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday launched Jio True 5G services at Guwahati in Assam at an event in the city. Alongside its True 5G services that were launched in Guwahati, Jio also started its True 5G-powered Wi-Fi services at Maa Kamakhya Temple complex in Guwahati on Tuesday, according to a statement from the telecom firm.
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel 5G Services Rolling Out in Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, and Rourkela]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-5g-services-launch-bhubaneswar-cuttack-rourkela-odisha-3679540#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2023 15:41:16 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Leading telecom firm Bharti Airtel on Tuesday announced the launch of its 5G services in Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, and Rourkela of Odisha. The company said it has deployed the ultrafast 5G services at the Kalinga and Birsa Munda stadiums in Bhubaneswar and Rourkela, respectively, which are hosting the forthcoming Men's Hockey World Cup.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio True 5G Services Launched in 10 Cities Across Uttar Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Maharashtra]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2023 09:47:46 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio on Monday announced the launch of its True 5G services across 10 cities - Agra, Kanpur, Meerut, Prayagraj, Tirupati, Nellore, Kozhikode, Thrissur, Nagpur, Ahmednagar. Jio said its users in these cities would be invited to the Jio Welcome Offer, to experience unlimited data at up to 1 Gbps speeds, at no additional cost, starting from Monday.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio True 5G Services Launched in Gwalior, Jabalpur, Ludhiana, Siliguri]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 07 Jan 2023 10:43:54 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has launched 5G services in Gwalior, Jabalpur, Ludhiana and Siliguri, taking the total number of cities to 72. It has become the first and the only operator to launch 5G services in Gwalior, Jabalpur and Ludhiana.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel 5G Network Rollout Expands to Select Areas in Rohtak, Hissar: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-5g-rollout-rohtak-hissar-haryana-high-speed-internet-connectivity-locations-3669686#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2023 17:24:03 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel announced on Friday that it had expanded the rollout of its 5G network to new areas in Haryana. Access to 5G networks will be available in Hissar and Rohtak, according to the telecom operator. Airtel previously rolled out 5G support in select areas in Gurugram and Panipat, as well as other cities across the country over the past few months.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[CES 2023: Qualcomm Unveils Snapdragon Satellite; Two-Way Satellite-Based Messaging for Android Phones to Arrive Soon]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/snapdragon-satellite-emergency-messaging-qualcomm-iridium-android-smartphones-ces-2023-3667038#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2023 03:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Qualcomm has announced a satellite-based two-way messaging service for Android smartphones at CES 2023. The service is called Snapdragon Satellite and will come to Android smartphones starting in the second half of 2023. It aims to provide satellite-based mobile connectivity for emergencies globally. The company has partnered with Iridium to develop the feature. Apple...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio 5G Services Rolled Out in Odisha; Bhubaneswar, Cuttack First to Get Support for Jio's 5G Network]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-5g-rollout-bhubaneswar-cuttack-odisha-welcome-offer-1gbps-speeds-3666136#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2023 15:44:11 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio on Thursday announced the launch of its 5G services in Odisha. The country's largest telecom operator will offer 5G services in Bhubaneswar and Cuttack and said that it's network will expand rapidly across the state, covering the cities of Rourkela, Berhampur, Puri, Sambalpur, and Balasore by February.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Motorola Rolls Out Update to Enable Jio True 5G Support on Several Smartphones in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/motorola-jio-true-5g-software-update-rolling-out-india-3665821#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2023 14:11:17 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Motorola announced that it has rolled out support for Jio's 5G on ten of its eligible devices sold in India via a software update. Stand-Alone (SA) 5G technology from Jio will support 11-13 5G bands. The Motorola 5G models include features designed to guarantee the smooth delivery of a stable and extensive 5G network, such as 3 Carrier Aggregation and 44 MIMO, among o...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[OnePlus Announces Support for Jio, Airtel 5G Services on Phones Launched Since 2020]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/oneplus-10-pro-9-8-nord-series-phones-since-2020-5g-support-reliance-jio-airtel-india-3660835#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2023 19:19:08 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[OnePlus has announced that all of its smartphones launched since 2020 now support 5G services in India. The company has announced that its recent 5G enabled phones will work on two major telecom providers, Reliance Jio and Airtel. The company rolls out support for Vi 5G services soon.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel 5G Network Rollout Expands to Select Locations in Indore: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-5g-network-rollout-indore-select-locations-no-additional-cost-3659815#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2023 14:42:40 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel 5G rollout has expanded to Indore, the company announced on Tuesday. Just like other regions where the operator has rolled out 5G connectivity, customers will have access to the network at no additional cost until the rollout is more widespread. Last month, Airtel announced that it was rolling out 5G connectivity in Jammu and Srinagar.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[GitHub Users Report Content Domain Blocked in India; May Restrict Access to Open Source Projects, More]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/github-raw-user-content-domain-url-blocked-act-fibernet-jio-fiber-india-3657407#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 02 Jan 2023 17:11:11 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[A GitHub URL that is used to serve files and content from GitHub repositories to users all over the world has been blocked in India for users on some internet service providers (ISPs). Over the weekend, developers and users on Twitter reported that the URL was inaccessible. Heading to the blocked URL tells users that it has been blocked under the instructions in compl...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Services in India to Attract Rs. 1.5 Lakh Crore in Investments in 2023, Tariff Hikes Likely: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-india-attract-rs-1-5-lakh-crore-investments-tariff-hikes-2023-3650093#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2022 12:21:12 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[From connecting people with 5G services to lowering the cost of operations, the country's revitalised telecom sector is witnessing the bloom of reforms, and is reportedly said to attract more than Rs. 1.5 lakh crore investments to build up networks in the new year.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio True 5G Launched in Indore, Bhopal; Other Cities to Get 5G Update in January 2023]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-true-5g-launched-indore-bhopal-other-cities-jabalpur-gwalior-january-2023-3648888#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2022 21:13:39 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio on Thursday announced the launch of its 5G services in Indore and Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh. With the launch, Reliance Jio has become the first and the only operator in the state to launch 5G services in these cities. The 5G launch in these two cities is in line with the announcement made by Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan at Shri Mahakaal Mahalok Ujj...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Services in Odisha Will Launch Before 2023 Republic Day, Says Ashwini Vaishnaw]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-odisha-launch-before-republic-day-2023-ashwini-vaishnaw-3647797#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2022 16:30:20 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Asserting that the Centre has sanctioned Rs. 5,600 crore for telecom services in Odisha this fiscal, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday said 5G services will be launched in the eastern state before the Republic Day celebrations next year.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel 5G Plus Network Now Rolls Out in Jammu and Srinagar]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-5g-plus-network-now-rolls-out-jammu-kashmir-3645461#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 28 Dec 2022 19:53:25 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom operator Bharti Airtel on Wednesday announced the launch of its 5G services in Jammu and Srinagar. Airtel, in a statement, said that its '5G Plus' services will be available to customers in a phased manner as the company continues to construct its network and complete the roll out.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Announces Largest Multi-State Rollout of 5G Services]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-true-5g-services-announces-target-multi-state-rollout-3645186#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 28 Dec 2022 18:40:07 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio on Wednesday launched its 5G services in 11 cities, including Lucknow, Trivandrum, Mysuru, Nashik, Aurangabad and Chandigarh, marking the largest multi-state rollout of the services till date. Jio's 5G services have also gone live in Mohali, Panchkula, Zirakpur, Kharar and Derabassi, according to a statement by the company.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel, Reliance Jio, Vi Meet DoT to Discuss Call Drop Issues, Service Quality]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bharti-airtel-reliance-jio-vodafone-idea-dot-meet-discuss-call-drop-issues-service-quality-3644805#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 28 Dec 2022 16:55:41 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio and Vodafone Idea met the telecom department on Wednesday to discuss rising instances of call drops and service quality related issues, as it deliberated on policy measures that can be considered for improving call quality. The meeting was chaired by Telecom Secretary K Rajaraman.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Xiaomi, Redmi Smartphones Get Jio True 5G Support With New Software Update]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/xiaomi-redmi-jio-true-5g-software-update-rolling-out-reliance-3642307#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 27 Dec 2022 18:06:29 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Xiaomi India on Tuesday announced its partnership with Reliance Jio to offer the telco's 'True 5G' experience to its consumers. Smartphone models supporting the Standalone (SA) network have received a software update to work seamlessly on Reliance Jio’s network, according to Xiaomi.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio True 5G Rolls Out in Select Cities of Andhra Pradesh, Entire State to Get 5G by December 2023]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-true-5g-services-rolls-out-select-cities-andhra-pradesh-entire-state-december-2023-3640495#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 26 Dec 2022 23:37:27 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio has started its True 5G services in Andhra Pradesh with the launch of the service in Tirumala, Visakhapatnam, Vijaywada and Guntur. Andhra Pradesh Information and Technology Minister Gudivada Amarnath and Chief Secretary KS Jawahar Reddy launched the Jio True 5G and Jio True 5G Powered wi-fi services at an event here on Monday.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Telecom Firms Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio to Hike Tariff by 10 Percent, Says Jefferies: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-airtel-vi-price-hike-telecom-operators-jefferies-report-3629999#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 22 Dec 2022 19:10:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom operators are likely to soon announce tariff hikes as they look to reduce pressure on the revenue and margins and improve their average revenue per user (ARPU). According to Jefferies, Airtel and Jio are reportedly expected to increase their tariffs in the last quarter of fiscal 2023, 2024, and 2025.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel 5G Network Rollout Announced in Select Areas of Visakhapatnam: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-5g-rollout-visakhapatnam-locations-connectivity-no-additional-cost-phased-rollout-3628947#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 22 Dec 2022 14:34:44 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel announced the launch of 5G network services in Visakhapatnam on Thursday. The telecom firm said that it would roll out 5G services to customers in the city in a phased manner, while customers with compatible phones can now connect to the high-speed network at no additional cost until the rollout is more widespread, according to the company.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Rolls Out 5G Network Services in Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar and Imphal: Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-5g-rollout-ahmedabad-gandhinagar-imphal-phased-rollout-connectivity-3626069#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2022 16:59:24 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel 5G services were rolled out in Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, and Imphal on Wednesday. The operator says it will augment the network making its services available across the city over time, while customers with 5G capable phones can access the next-generation network at no extra cost until the rollout is more widespread.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio 5G Services Rolled Out in Kochi; Trivandrum to Follow by End of December]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-5g-rollout-kerala-kochi-wifi-services-rs-6000-crore-investment-3624987#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2022 09:53:38 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio on Tuesday rolled out its 5G network in Kerala, starting with the city of Kochi. The country's largest telecom operator will also make its 5G services available in the Guruvayur Temple premises. Jio will roll out the next generation of connectivity to Trivandrum by the end of the month, and to Thrissur, Kozhikode, and Malappuram by January 2023.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Data Protection, Telecom Bills Likely to Be Tabled in Monsoon Session of Parliament: IT Minister Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/data-protection-telecom-bills-monsoon-session-parliament-it-minister-ashwini-vaishnaw-3620492#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2022 19:12:58 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Union Minister of Communications and Electronics, and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Monday that the Telecom Bill and Digital Data Protection Bill were both in a "very advanced stage" and could be tabled before Parliament in the next Monsoon Session. The minister also added that two of the bills have already been placed for public consultation and the...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Announces Rollout of 5G Network Services in Shimla: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-5g-rollout-shimla-select-locations-phased-rollout-3619593#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2022 15:01:22 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel on Monday announced the rollout of 5G services in Shimla, as part of the company's efforts to bring 5G services to the city. The telecom operator's customers with 5G-enabled smartphones in the city will get access to the company's next generation network in a phased manner, Airtel said on Monday. The rollout of 5G services in Shimla comes days after Airtel anno...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G in India: Jio vs Airtel, Speeds, and the Biggest Questions — Answered]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/podcasts/features/jio-airtel-5g-india-rollout-speeds-iphone-android-prepaid-postpaid-data-plans-phones-orbital-podcast-3611935#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2022 12:54:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom operators have been racing to deploy their 5G networks across India. It appears that Airtel and Jio are currently leading the race in terms of the 5G rollout in the country. On this week's Orbital podcast, we discuss what our daily experience has been so far with Jio True 5G and Airtel 5G.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Elon Musk’s SpaceX Will Allow Smartphones to Directly Connect to Starlink Broadband in Coming Years: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/spacex-starlink-elon-musk-broadband-internet-t-mobile-3611461#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2022 09:44:15 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Elon Musk’s SpaceX is working to provide its Starlink satellite broadband internet directly to smartphones. The company received a go-ahead to launch 7,500 new Starlink satellites over the next 10 years, expanding its satellite fleet in low-Earth orbit to over 10,000.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Apple May Expand Satellite Capabilities Beyond Emergency SOS; New Patent Hints at Video Streaming, Calling]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/iphone-apple-emergency-sos-satellite-communication-patent-streaming-phone-call-3609014#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2022 14:49:22 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Apple’s satellite communication capabilities could be expanding in the future, a report has revealed. The tech giant acquired a new patent on Tuesday that lists its satellite function could go beyond the existing emergency SOS service and include video steaming, phone calls, radio and more. Apple received the new patent, titled “Communication Terminal,” on Decem...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel 5G Service Launches in Lucknow in Select Areas]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-5g-service-launches-lucknow-select-areas-4g-3606161#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2022 16:23:47 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel 5G services have rolled out to select areas in Lucknow, while the entire city will soon get coverage in a phased manner. In the month of November, Airtel rolled out 5G services in Gurgaon, Patna, Guwahati and Lohegaon Airport in Pune.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[India to Be First Country to Auction Spectrum for Satellite Communication, TRAI Chairman Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-satellite-spectrum-auction-india-chairman-pd-vaghela-internet-access-3603144#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2022 17:03:13 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India will be the first to hold a satellite spectrum auction, TRAI Chairman PD Vaghela said on Tuesday. The regulator is yet to issue a consultation paper on the spectrum auction as per the standard process meant for satellite communication in the country.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI recommends DoT to Use Optical Fibre Network to Extend Telecom Coverage in Himachal Pradesh]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-dot-recommends-use-optical-fibre-network-extend-telecom-coverage-himachal-pradesh-3601057#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2022 22:40:32 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom regulator TRAI on Monday suggested that the Department of Telecommunications should approach the defence ministry for accessing part of its optical fibre network or suitable bandwidth to extend telecom coverage in the far-flung areas of Himachal Pradesh. The identified districts have 181 uncovered villages.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Phone 5G Spotted in BIS Listing, Hints at Upcoming Launch in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/jio-phone-5g-india-launch-bis-listing-model-number-ls1654qb5-specifications-reliance-3599566#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2022 16:18:24 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio Phone 5G, the purported budget 5G smartphone from Reliance, has reportedly been spotted on BIS. However, the spotting does not reveal any key specifications of the device apart from indicating an imminent launch in India. Details of the operator's upcoming smartphone have been leaked in the past, hinting at its key specifications and details.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Services Started in 50 Towns Across 12 States, Union Territories as on November 26: MoS Communications]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-india-rollout-services-started-50-towns-14-states-union-territories-november-26-mos-communications-3593071#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2022 17:54:38 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[5G services in India have begun in 50 towns spread across 14 states and union territories as of November 26, Minister of State for Communications, Devusinh Chauhan said on Friday. The minister was responding to a question on several glitches in 5G services and poor network. 5G network services were launched in India on October 1.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL 5G Services to Be Rolled Out Across 1.35 Lakh Towers in 5-7 Months, Telecom Minister Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-5g-upgrade-5-7-months-telecom-minister-ashwini-vaishnaw-across-1-35-lakh-towers-3591692#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2022 10:48:42 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL 5G services will roll out in 5-7 months, by upgrading its existing 4G technology across 1.35 lakh towers, according to Union Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The state-run telecom operator has asked Tata Consultancy Services to offer equipment for 5G testing to allow the telecom firm to begin trials for 5G services.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Phone 5G With Snapdragon 480+ SoC Surfaces on Geekbench: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/jio-phone-5g-specifications-tipped-snapdragon-480-plus-android-12-3590433#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2022 20:15:25 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio Phone 5G has been spotted on benchmarking website Geekbench, tipping some of the key specifications of the upcoming handset. The smartphone is said to be powered by the Snapdragon 480+ SoC chipset. It is speculated to support 5G network connectivity, and feature an LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Apple Brings 5G Support to Beta Testers in India with iOS 16.2 RC Update, Adds Karaoke-Like Sing Feature]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/ios-16-2-rc-beta-apple-5g-india-support-end-to-end-encryption-music-3588219#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 08 Dec 2022 12:17:44 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The iOS 16.2 RC update from Apple finally adds 5G network support to compatible iPhones for beta testers in India. The update is expected to soon roll out to a wider userbase. The iOS update is also adding a new Freeform app for whiteboard collaborations and a Sing feature to Apple Music.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Brings New Rs. 222 Data Only Plan for FIFA World Cup 2022: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-rs-222-fifa-world-cup-data-add-on-plan-2022-benefits-3586632#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2022 20:52:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Rs. 222 data plan offers high-speed data consumption of up to 50GB for 30 days of validity. The plan doesn’t offer any calls or SMS benefits. This plan can only be used with an existing plan. Users can use it to stream the FIFA World Cup 2022. It can be accessed after exhausting the daily data limit.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel World Pass International Roaming Plans for Prepaid and Postpaid Users Launched]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-world-pass-international-roaming-postpaid-prepaid-recharge-plans-3585362#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2022 15:21:46 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has announced new ‘World Pass’ plans for prepaid and postpaid users that works seamlessly across 184 countries. The plans start at a price of Rs. 649 and offers unlimited data (500MB high speed) with 100-minute calling (local/India) for both postpaid and prepaid options for a validity of one day.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel, Meta to Jointly Invest in Global Connectivity Infrastructure in India to Cater to Rising Demand]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-meta-collaboration-telecom-infrastructure-2africa-pearls-subsea-cable-system-india-3581687#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 06 Dec 2022 12:53:20 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel and Meta on Monday announced a collaboration to invest in telecom infrastructure for India to cater to the increasing demand in the country for high-speed internet and digital services. The telecoms provider will partner with Meta and Saudi Telecom Company to extend 2Africa Pearls, the world's longest subsea cable system, to India.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone CEO Nick Read to Step Down After Four-Year Tenure, Telecoms Firm Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-ceo-nick-read-steps-down-four-year-tenure-margherita-della-valle-3579510#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2022 17:14:21 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone CEO Nick Read is set to step down after 20 years at the British telecoms firm, and four years as the company's CEO. Read's tenure was marked by a steep fall in the company's share price, nearly 20 percent this year. The firm recently announced flat earnings for its first half, and is in talks to merge its rival Three UK, owned by Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Offers 850GB Data, Unlimited Calling With Rs. 2,999 Yearly Prepaid Plan: Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-prepaid-packs-yearly-plans-rs-2999-2899-3099-benefits-3578191#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2022 09:53:57 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi is offering several prepaid yearly plans with unlimited voice calling, data benefits and SMS service. While the Rs. 2,999 prepaid plan comes with 850GB of 4G data connectivity, unlimited voice calls, 100 SMS per day limit and much more, the Rs. 2,899 prepaid plan offers 1.5GB daily data benefit with validity of 365 days.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Telcos Seek Regulatory Framework to Levy Usage Charge on OTT Communication Services]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/coai-regulatory-framework-levy-usage-charge-ott-communication-services-whatsapp-google-duo-signal-3565541#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 2022 14:04:15 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Cellular Operators' Association of India (COAI) said that over-the-top (OTT) players should pay telcos for using their network. The industry body has written to the government to set up a licensing and regulatory framework to charge a usage fee from big OTT players.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Seeks Public Comment on Caller ID Display for Mobile Phones to Detect Fraudulent Callers, Spam]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-caller-id-display-telecom-networks-cnap-public-comments-3565321#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 2022 12:32:55 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is set to roll out its mobile phone caller identification system soon. The telecom regulator has started a public consultation on this new technology. The facility would allow telephone consumers to take an informed decision while receiving calls. It is also expected to reduce the harassment of consumers from unknown or spa...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Working on Technology to Detect Pesky Calls, Messages; Joint Action Plan on Financial Fraud]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-pesky-calls-messages-spam-financial-fraud-unregistered-telemarketers-3561962#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2022 11:28:02 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[TRAI is working on technology to detect pesky calls and messages, the telecom regulator said on Monday. It said that unsolicited commercial communication (UCC) or pesky communication was a major source of inconvenience to the public and impinges on the privacy of individuals. The regulator is also working on a joint action plan with a Joint Committee of Regulators (JC...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel 5G Services Launched in Patna; City to Get Coverage in Phased Manner, Telco Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-5g-network-patna-rollout-announced-phased-manner-airport-terminal-3559353#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2022 14:02:46 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel on Monday announced that it was launching its 5G services in Patna. The operator has rolled out 5G connectivity in certain areas, while customers at Patna's airport can also access 5G connectivity.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Brings International Roaming Packs for the Ongoing FIFA World Cup 2022: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-international-roaming-packs-plans-rs-2999-3999-4499-5999-fifa-world-cup-2022-benefits-3552931#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 25 Nov 2022 16:04:57 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi introduced four new international roaming (IR) packs exclusively for the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar. The plans are available in the form of four recharge packs that are valid from up to 7 days to 28 days including data, SMS, and voice calls. They can be purchased via the official website of Vi or the Vi app.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio 5G Rollout Completed Across 33 District Headquarters in Gujarat, Telco Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-5g-rollout-gujarat-33-district-headquarters-trial-phase-3552389#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 25 Nov 2022 13:40:13 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio on Friday announced the rollout of 5G services across all 33 district headquarters in Gujarat. The country's biggest telecom operator will provide 5G services to subscribers at no additional cost during the trial period.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Indian Telecom Gear Firms to Run 5G Trial for Railways Between Palwal-Mathura]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/indian-telecom-gear-firms-run-5g-trail-railways-pall-mathura-3550093#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 24 Nov 2022 18:15:15 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[A group of Indian telecom gear makers have received a mandate from Indian Railways to set up a 5G-based mobile communication network on a trial basis between Palwal and Mathura stations, a senior official of industry body VoICE said on Thursday. The Voice of Indian Communication Technology Enterprises (VoICE) Director General R K Bhatnagar told PTI that the associatio...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio 5G Rollout Expands to Pune, Offers Up to 1Gbps Internet Speeds]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-5g-rollout-pune-launched-welcome-offer-no-extra-cost-3546485#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 23 Nov 2022 16:46:19 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio on Wednesday announced the launch of Jio True 5G services in Pune. The launch of 5G services in Pune follows the rollout of its 5G network in 12 cities across the country.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[COAI Seeks Reduction in Licence Fee to 1 Percent, Waiver in Customs Duty for 5G Network Equipment]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/coai-licence-fee-reduction-5g-equipment-waiver-customs-duty-budget-wishlist-3545870#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 23 Nov 2022 13:35:08 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Cellular Operators' Association of India (COAI)has urged the government for rationalisation of GST, reduce of licence fee to 1 percent from 3 percent and sought a waiver of customs duty on network equipment for the 5G rollout. During the pre-Budget discussions, the telecom operators' body also sought the removal of GST on the licence fee, spectrum usage charges and pa...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[OTT Communication Services Should Be Licensed, Compensate Telcos for Data Traffic, COAI Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/ott-communication-services-licensing-india-compensate-operators-traffic-3545429#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 23 Nov 2022 10:25:54 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[COAI on Tuesday pitched for licensing and light-touch regulation for OTT communication services, as part of its suggestions on definition of OTT networks as part of the draft telecom bill. The telecom operators' body also said that OTT services, which include apps like WhatsApp, Signal, Google Meet, and Telegram, should directly compensate telcos for data traffic they...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Ericsson Announces Investment in 6G Network Research in the UK, Will Work With Universities]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/ericsson-6g-network-technology-research-uk-investment-security-ai-quantum-computing-3543884#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2022 18:43:58 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Ericsson on Tuesday said that it would invest millions of pounds on 6G mobile research in the UK. The network equipment maker says it plans to work with universities on hardware security, AI and cognitive networks and quantum computing. Ericsson wants to establish a team of 20 experienced researchers in the UK and will also look to sponsor students as well, according ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio, Airtel Added More Subscribers Month-on-Month in September, Vi Saw Decline, TRAI Data Shows]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2022 18:07:26 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio led the market in the number of subscribers added in September, according to data released by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), adding 7.2 lakh wireless subscribers during September, while Bharti Airtel increased its mobile users' tally by 4.12 lakh. Meanwhile, Vodafone Idea's base shrank to 24.91 crore during the same month, as its subscriber coun...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Draft Telecom Bill: BIF Urges for Exclusion of OTT Services From Elements]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/draft-telecom-bill-big-urges-tot-services-exclusion-elements-definitions-3541421#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2022 22:44:21 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Broadband India Forum (BIF) has asserted that Over-The-Top (OTT) communications service should be excluded from the elements mentioned in the definition of telecommunication services, as the industry body gave its submissions on the draft telecom bill. BIF said many strong and substantive reasons sharply differentiate OTTs from telecommunications.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Gets NCLT’s Nod to Acquire Reliance Infratel]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-gets-nclt-nod-acquire-infratel-ritl-3540563#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2022 18:47:42 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has received the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT)’s approval  for the acquisition of Reliance Infratel (RITL). The tribunal asked Jio to deposit Rs 3,720 crore in the State Bank of India (SBI) escrow account to complete the acquisition of RCOM's tower and fibre assets.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel Rolls Out Minimum Monthly Prepaid Recharge Plan at Rs. 155]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bharti-airtel-rolls-out-minimum-monthly-prepaid-recharge-plan-rs-155-3540434#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2022 18:11:46 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel has increased the price of its minimum recharge for 28 days mobile phone service plan by about 57 percent to Rs. 155 in Haryana and Odisha, according to the company's website and analysts. The company has stopped its minimum recharge plan of Rs. 99, under which it offered 200MB of data and calls at the rate of Rs. 2.5 paise per second. In Haryana and Od...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel 5G Services Launched in Guwahati, Connectivity to Roll Out Across City in Phased Manner]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-5g-network-guwahati-rollout-announced-3539910#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2022 15:56:50 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel on Monday announced that it was launching its 5G services in Guwahati, in the latest expansion of the next-generation mobile network connectivity services in the country. The services will be available in select regions in the city, and will roll out to more areas in a phased manner, according to Airtel.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Becomes First Telecom Operator to Roll Out 5G Services Across Major Regions in Delhi-NCR]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-rolls-out-5g-services-across-major-regions-delhi-ncr-gurgaon-noida-faridabad-3532945#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2022 17:21:23 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio on Friday announced that it is the only operator to provide its 5G services across the Delhi-NCR region, including Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Ghaziabad, Faridabad and other major locations. The telecom firm said it was rolling out the most-advanced True-5G network at a rapid pace and was covering major parts of this geography.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Introduces International Roaming Packs for FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-fifa-world-cup-qatar-2022-international-roaming-packs-exclusive-3532799#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2022 16:43:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has launched five new international roaming (IR) packs exclusively for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2022 taking place in Qatar. Users can use this plan in Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and United Arab Emirates. The IR packs can be purchased as data-only packs or as packs including data, SMS, and voice calls.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel 5G Services Launched at Lohegaon Airport in Pune: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-5g-network-services-launched-pune-airport-lohegaon-3532528#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2022 15:36:14 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel on Friday announced that it had deployed Airtel 5G Plus service here at Lohegaon Airport. It is the first airport in the state to provide 5G connectivity on compatible smartphones, according to the telecom operator. Earlier this week, Airtel announced the launch of 5G services at around 13 locations in Gurugram.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Oppo Smartphones Receive Jio 5G Support With New Update, All New Phones Will Support SA Network]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/oppo-reno-8-7-f21-f19-pro-plus-k10-a53s-jio-5g-sa-software-update-3525477#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2022 14:45:29 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Oppo India has announced that a majority of its devices including the Oppo Reno 8, Reno 8 Pro, Reno 7, Oppo F21 Pro 5G, Oppo F19 Pro+, Oppo K10, and Oppo A53s have received the software updates that make them 5G SA network ready on Jio's True 5G services. The company also announced that remaining compatible devices will also receive their 5G updates soon.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel 5G Services Expanded to Gurugram, 13 Locations to Get 5G Connectivity in Phased Rollout]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-5g-rollout-gurugram-13-locations-phased-rollout-no-extra-cost-3525288#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2022 13:57:15 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel on Tuesday announced that it has begun offering 5G services at 13 locations in Gurugram. The telecom operator said that customers with 5G-enabled devices will have access to the Airtel 5G Plus network at no extra cost until the roll-out is more widespread. Airtel had previously announced that it was rolling out high-speed network connectivity in Kolkata and Sil...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio to Provide Complete 5G Coverage for Kolkata by June 2023]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-airtel-provide-complete-5g-services-coverage-kolkata-june-2023-3519657#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2022 20:23:42 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio on Monday said that major parts of the city will be brought under the telecom major's 5G service by December of this year and the work will be completed by June 2023. The high speed data services will be launched in Siliguri soon and the north Bengal city will be second in the state after Kolkata where the company will offer its 5G services.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[iOS 16 Beta With 5G Support for Jio, Airtel in India Rolls Out to iPhone Users]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/iphone-5g-ios-16-beta-software-upgrade-apple-airtel-jio-india-rollout-3517896#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2022 12:48:44 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[iOS 16 beta with support for 5G networks in India has been rolled out by Apple to users in the country. The company allows customers to opt in to receive beta updates via the its website, and Airtel and Jio customers on iPhone 14, iPhone 13, iPhone 12 and iPhone SE (2022) models can experience 5G as part of Apple's iOS 16 Beta Software Program. Here's how to download ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Australian Telecom Companies Face AUD 33.5 Million Fine Over False Internet Speed Claims]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/telstra-optus-tpg-telecom-firms-fined-aud-33-5-million-false-internet-speed-claims-regulator-3512335#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2022 19:48:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telstra, Optus, and a unit of TPG Telecom have been hit with a collective fine of AUD 33.5 million (roughly Rs. 180 crore) for misleading claims about Internet speeds on their networks.  All three telcos have admitted in court of making false or misleading statements, and nearly 120,000 customers were affected, according to the Australian Competition &amp; Consumer Commis...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Launches New Rs. 199 Prepaid Recharge Plan With 3GB Data, 30 Days Validity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-rs-199-perpaid-recharge-plan-launch-3gb-data-30-days-validity-3511393#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2022 16:19:24 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has launched a new Rs. 199 prepaid recharge plan. It comes with 3GB of data and a validity of 30 days.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[DoT Extends Deadline for Receipt of Comments on Indian Telecommunication Bill Draft Till November 20]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/dot-extends-deadline-receipt-comments-indian-telecommunication-bill-2022-draft-november-20-3509691#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2022 00:28:35 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Ministry of Communication has extended the last date for receipt of comments from the general public and stakeholders towards the draft of the Indian Telecommunication Bill, 2022, till November 20 this year. "The draft Indian Telecommunication Bill, 2022, along with an Explanatory Note, was released by this Ministry on DoT's website on September 21. Comments from ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio True 5G Launches in Bengaluru and Hyderabad, to Offer Up to 1 Gbps Speed]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-true-5g-launches-in-bengaluru-hyderabad-offer-up-to-1-gbps-plus-speed-3508833#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 10 Nov 2022 20:21:27 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio has launched True 5G services in Bengaluru and Hyderabad on Thursday, November 10. To avail the services in Bengaluru and Hyderabad, the Jio users will have to wait to get an invite for 'Jio Welcome Offer'. ]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Elon Musk's Starlink to Slow Down Internet Speeds, Introduces Daytime Data Caps With 1TB Fair Use Policy]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/starlink-internet-daytime-data-caps-slowdown-fair-use-policy-pay-faster-speeds-elon-musk-3497186#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 07 Nov 2022 14:05:06 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Starlink will reportedly slow some users' internet speeds as part of a new fair use policy. Users who utilise too much Internet during a monthly billing cycle will have their speeds throttled, according to the company's updated fair usage policy.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Seeks to Deposit Rs. 3,720 Crore in Escrow Account to Acquire Reliance Infratel's Tower, Fibre Assets]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-deposit-rs-3720-crore-escrow-account-acquisition-reliance-infratel-tower-fibre-assets-3497218#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 07 Nov 2022 13:41:41 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio has proposed to deposit Rs 3,720 crore in an escrow account in order for the company to complete its acquisition of Reliance Infratel's tower and fibre assets. The company has stated that a delay in acquisition of the assets due to inter-creditor disputes will deteriorate the value of assets. The telecom operator placed a bid in November 2019 to acquire tower and ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[US FCC to Create Space Bureau to Address Growing Satellite Launches, Policy Issues]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/us-fcc-space-bureau-address-growing-satellite-launches-policy-issues-3489381#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2022 12:05:22 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced that it plans to create a new space bureau by restructuring its International Bureau and creating a standalone Office of International Affairs. The telecom regulator wants the new Space Bureau to address the growing number of satellite launches and policy issues, and the decision comes after the FCC voted to...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea Q2 Loss Widens to Rs. 7,596 Crore, ARPU Rises as Telecom Operator Continues to Lose Subscribers]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-q2-loss-widens-rs-7596-crore-subscriber-loss-arpu-rises-tariff-hikes-3489341#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2022 11:54:37 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea on Thursday reported that its Q2 loss had widened to Rs. 7,596 crore on the back of a decline in subscribers and higher expenses for the telecom service provider. The operator said its subscriber base declined to 234.4 million from 240.4 million in the first quarter, while total expenses rose 10 percent to Rs. 18,302 crore.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Ukraine Trusts Elon Musk's Starlink Services but Seeking Additional Providers, Deputy PM Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/starlink-satellite-internet-ukraine-seeking-additional-providers-elon-musk-mykhailo-fedorov-3489111#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2022 10:39:51 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Ukraine on Thursday said it trusted Tesla CEO Elon Musk to continue providing internet access through his SpaceX rocket company's Starlink satellite system in the country, but that the country was also looking for additional providers for access to the internet. Deputy Prime Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said Russian attacks that had knocked out 40 percent of Ukraine's en...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Apple to Test 5G Network Support on iPhone models in India With iOS 16.2 Beta: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/ios-16-2-beta-india-5g-network-testing-support-apple-airtel-jio-3485953#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2022 12:30:07 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Apple will reportedly roll out iOS 16.2 beta to testers next week, that will test 5G support on Airtel and Jio networks in India as a precursor to the eventual full-fledged launch of 5G support in December.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel 5G Users Cross 1 Million Mark Less Than a Month After 5G Rollout: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-5g-rollout-users-cross-1-million-under-month-3484074#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
                    <category><![CDATA[telecom]]></category>
                    <pubDate>Wed, 02 Nov 2022 19:12:09 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel 5G unique customers in India have crossed the one million mark in the country, the telecom operator announced on Wednesday. The service provider said that it had reached the milestone less than a month after it launched 5G services in India. On Tuesday, a senior Airtel official said all 5G enabled smartphones, except Apple's iPhones, would support Airtel 5G ser...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel to Support All 5G Smartphones Except iPhone Models From Mid-November, Airtel CEO Gopal Vittal Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-5g-india-rollout-smartphones-support-connectivity-except-iphone-models-ceo-gopal-vittal-3482607#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 02 Nov 2022 12:20:06 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel 5G services will be supported on all 5G enabled smartphones by mid-November, Bharti Airtel Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Gopal Vittal said on Tuesday. He stated that Apple would release the software update in the first week of November and all of its devices should support the company's 5G services by mid-December. While 5G was launched in India...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL, MTNL to Raise Rs. 19,356 Crore Through Government Bonds, Merchant Bankers Say]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-mtnl-rs-19356-crore-debt-sale-government-guaranteed-bonds-3480636#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2022 18:32:11 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL and MTNL, the country's state-run telecom operators, intend to raise an aggregate of Rs. 19,356 crore through government-guaranteed bonds, according to three merchant bankers. MTNL is looking to issue bonds maturing in 10 years and will pay a semi-annual coupon, similar to how central government bonds are priced.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel Records 89 Percent Jump in Q2 Profit Amid Higher Subscriber Realisation]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bharti-airtel-89-percent-jump-q2-net-profit-amid-higher-subscriber-realisation-3477076#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 31 Oct 2022 17:42:18 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel, India's second largest telecom operator, posted an 89 percent year-on-year rise in consolidated net profit for second quarter ended September 2022 to Rs. 2,145 crore. The total revenue rose 22 percent YoY to Rs. 34,527 crore.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Diwali Offer 2022 Introduces New Tariff Plans With Unlimited Talktime, Up to 1 Year Validity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-diwali-offer-2022-launch-new-tariff-plans-rs-269-769-1198-439-validity-talkative-data-3471763#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 29 Oct 2022 14:21:26 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has launched new tariff offers for its prepaid users this Diwali. The new plans, applicable to all prepaid users across the country, come with different benefits. BSNL’s Diwali Offer 2022 has introduced two tariff plans worth Rs. 1198 and Rs. 439. While the Rs. 1198 plan brings with it a one-year validity, Rs. 439 plan will be val...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Prime Minister Narendra Modi Urges Citizens to Check Facts Before Sharing Fake News on Social Media]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/social-networking/news/fake-news-social-media-check-facts-urges-prime-minister-narendra-modi-5g-3469552#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2022 16:37:12 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Prime Minister Narendra Modi said at a recent event that social media cannot be underestimated. He explained how a small piece of fake news can create chaos. The Prime Minister appealed for people to check facts before sharing messages on social media. He also said the agencies have to be 10 steps ahead of the crime world with the introduction of 5G technology.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI's Concerns Over Draft Telecom Bill Provisions Said to Be Duly Addressed]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-dot-draft-telecom-bill-ott-apps-whatsapp-signal-dilution-of-power-3466906#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2022 18:30:20 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[TRAI's apprehensions over potential dilution of powers under the draft telecom bill have been addressed, and the government may look at the option of taking up provisions related to strengthening of the regulatory body separately at a later stage, DoT sources said.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Satellite Communications Key to Driving India's Technology Ambitions, Internet Reach, MoS IT Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/satellite-communications-key-india-internet-reach-technology-ambitions-mos-it-rajeev-chandrasekhar-3466393#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2022 16:12:22 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Minister of State for IT Rajeev Chandrasekhar said on Thursday that satellite communications are emerging as an important part of India's ambitions to scale up quality Internet access across the country. Satellite communications hold significant relevance, for the digital economy and India's growing clout in global technology landscape, he said.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Government Unveils Satcom Reforms for Faster 5G Deployment; Jio, OneWeb Get License Clearance]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-deployment-government-unveils-satellite-communication-reforms-jio-oneweb-spacex-starling-license-3464740#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2022 23:14:03 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The government on Wednesday unveiled new policy reforms for satellite communications services to ease procedures and streamline clearance processes and nudged the telecom industry to substantially speed up the deployment of 5G towers. Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the current pace of tower deployment at only 2,500 per week for 5G is "very less" and needs...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Chinese Intelligence Officers Face US Charges Over Obstruction of Prosecution of Major Telecom Firm]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/chinese-telecom-firm-prosecution-us-charges-two-intelligence-officers-3460247#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 11:57:25 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The US has charged two Chinese intelligence officers with interfering in the US prosecution of a major telecommunications firm, after the FBI used a double agent to document their apparent efforts. He Guochun and Wang Zheng were charged with obstruction of justice, and He was also charged with money laundering. The indictment did not name the company, calling it a glo...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio 5G Services Launched in India Ahead of Diwali Festive Season: All Details]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 22 Oct 2022 14:34:34 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio 5G services were launched in India on Saturday, as the country's biggest telecom operator announced the debut of the next-generation 5G connectivity in Rajasmand, Rajasthan. The operator plans to launch its standalone 5G services in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai by the end of the year, expanding to other regions by December 2023.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[White House Said to Be in Talks With Elon Musk to Set Up Starlink in Iran, Circumvent Internet Restrictions]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/elon-musk-starlink-iran-satellite-services-internet-restrictions-mahsa-amini-protests-3454453#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 22 Oct 2022 11:26:03 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Elon Musk and the White House are said to be in talks to set up the former's SpaceX satellite internet services Starlink in Iran, where Internet access remains restricted over widespread national protests over the death of Mahsa Amini in police custody. Last month, the US Treasury Department last month said that some satellite Internet equipment can be exported to Ira...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio to Launch 5G Services in Rajasthan on October 22 From Nathdwara Temple]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-5g-services-launch-rajasthan-october-22-nathdwara-temple-3453734#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 21 Oct 2022 22:45:56 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Infocomm Limited will announce the launch of 5G services in Rajasthan from the famous Shrinathji temple in Nathdwara town of Rajsamand on Saturday, a company official said. Company chairman Akash Ambani will dedicate the services to Srinathji — the deity of the Ambani family. The commercial launch will take place later. "The launch of 5G services wil...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Net Profit Rises to Rs. 4,518 Crore in September Quarter Amid Deployment of 5G Services]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-5g-services-net-profit-rises-28-percent-rs-4518-crore-september-quarter-3453689#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 21 Oct 2022 22:31:38 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India's largest telecom operator Reliance Jio on Friday posted a 28 percent year-on-year rise in its net profit for the September quarter at Rs. 4,518 crore, as subscriber additions and ARPU boosted realisations. Its net profit stood at Rs. 3,528 crore in the same period previous fiscal, the telco said in a regulatory filing.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Nothing Phone 1 Receiving OTA Update With Jio True 5G Support: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/nothing-phone-1-jio-true-5g-support-ota-update-report-3446310#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2022 19:27:19 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Nothing Phone 1 has reportedly started receiving OTA updates that enable support for Jio True 5G services. For the time being, only 10 percent of users are said to have received this update.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Elon Musk Says Starlink Yet to Receive US Government Funding for Services in Ukraine]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/elon-musk-starlink-ukraine-internet-access-no-pentagon-funding-received-spacex-3445169#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2022 14:55:40 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Elon Musk on Tuesday stated that SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet services have not yet received funding from the US Department of Defense. Musk's comments came a day after reports that the Pentagon was considering paying for the satellite internet firm's service in Ukraine, which it rolled out to users in the country earlier this year following Russia's invasion ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Rollout: Vivo to Release Smartphone Software Updates This Month to Support Airtel, Jio 5G Services]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/vivo-airtel-jio-5g-support-software-update-october-3444676#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2022 12:32:27 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vivo announced on Tuesday that it will roll out software updates to enable support for Airtel and Jio 5G networks in the country by this month. Jio provides standalone 5G network, which transmits only 5G signal. Meanwhile, Bharti Airtel offers a non-standalone 5G network, which offers a mix of 4G and 5G networks. Vivo has launched 30 smartphones with support for 5G se...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Topples BSNL, Becomes Largest Fixed-Line Service Provider in August With 73.52 Lakh Subscribers: Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-topples-bsnl-largest-fixed-line-provider-india-august-trai-report-3444566#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2022 11:56:48 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio, the largest private telecom operator in the country, toppled BSNL in August to bag the top spot in fixed-line services provider in the country. It is the first private operator to take the first spot in the wireline segment since the beginning of telecom services in India. As per Trai's subscriber report for August, Jio's wireline subscriber base reached 73.52 la...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Draft Telecom Bill: Deadline for Receipt of Comments on Draft Bill Extended to October 30]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/draft-telecom-bill-comment-deadline-extended-department-of-telecom-3442555#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 18 Oct 2022 18:02:20 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Department of Telecommunication (DoT) on Monday announced that the deadline to receive comments on the draft Indian Telecommunication Bill, 2022, has been extended to October 30. The previous deadline of October 20 was set by the Ministry of Communications on September 21, when the draft of the bill was released.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Pentagon, EU Said to Consider Funding Access to Elon Musk's Starlink Satellite Internet Network in Ukraine]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/elon-musk-starlink-ukraine-internet-access-funding-pentagon-consideration-3441499#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 18 Oct 2022 13:37:55 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Pentagon is said to be considering funding Internet access in Ukraine via Elon Musk's Starlink satellite Internet service, according a report. Musk recently said SpaceX spends nearly $20 million (roughly Rs. 165 crore) a month for maintaining satellite services in Ukraine and that the company has spent about $80 million (roughly Rs. 660 crore) to enable and suppor...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[IT Committee Said to Discuss Indian Telecommunications Bill 2022 Next Week, Ahead of Introduction in Parliament]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/indian-telecommunications-bill-2022-it-panel-discussion-before-parliament-pratap-jadhav-3441095#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 18 Oct 2022 11:26:10 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Indian Telecommunications Bill 2022 is said to be discussed by the IT Committee next week, well ahead of its introduction in Parliament. The Bill is currently in its draft stage and is in the public domain to seek feedback from people. IT Committee Chairman Pratap Jadhav is said to have requested all the members to discuss this Telecom Bill so that time can be sav...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Services to Be Rolled Out in at Least 4 Odisha Cities by March 2023, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-rollout-odisha-4-cities-services-availability-announced-union-minister-ashwini-vaishnaw-3440942#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 18 Oct 2022 10:25:21 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[At least four cities of Odisha will get 5G network services by March 2023, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Sunday. The minister said that 80 percent of the state will have access to the next-generation network connectivity by the end of 2023. The announcement comes after Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched 5G services in India on October 1.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Picks Nokia, Ericsson as Equipment Suppliers Ahead of Plans to Roll Out 5G Across India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-5g-network-nokia-equipment-supplier-wireless-services-3438651#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2022 15:36:56 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio has selected Nokia as a major supplier, according to the Finnish telecom equipment maker. The company will provide Jio with 5G radio access network (RAN) equipment in a multi-year deal, ahead of its plans to roll out 5G services to over 420 million users.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Elon Musk Says SpaceX to Keep Funding Starlink Internet Access in Ukraine, Cites Need for 'Good Deeds']]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/elon-musk-spacex-funding-starlink-access-ukraine-good-deeds-3437833#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2022 11:26:43 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Elon Musk on Saturday said SpaceX would continue to fund internet access to Ukraine via its Starlink service. The service has helped civilians and military stay online during the war with Russia. When a Twitter user told Musk "No good deed goes unpunished", he replied "Even so, we should still do good deeds".]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Technology in India Is Completely Indigenous, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-technology-india-indigenous-standalone-3430332#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2022 10:44:32 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[5G technology in India is completely indigenous and is not imported from another country, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Thursday. The country can now provide 5G technology to other countries that want it, she added. The minister's comments come weeks after Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the launch of 5G services in the country on October 1.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Huawei, ZTE May Soon Face US FCC Ban From Approval of New Telecom Equipment]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/huawei-ate-chinese-companies-us-bcc-ban-from-approval-new-telecom-equipment-3429618#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2022 22:42:41 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The US Federal Communications Commission is set to ban approvals of new telecommunications equipment from China's Huawei Technologies and ZTE in the United States on national security grounds, according to a document posted by the agency. In 2019, the United States placed Huawei, Hikvision and other firms on its economic blacklist.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Smartphone Companies Said to Have Assured DoT to Gradually Discontinue 4G Handsets Above Rs. 10,000]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/dot-meity-smartphone-companies-meeting-handsets-above-rs-10000-5g-enabled-3425451#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2022 18:01:26 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Smartphone companies met top government officials on Wednesday and assured that they would gradually discontinue the production of 4G phones priced Rs. 10,000 and above, according to an official source. DoT, MeitY officials have directed phone makers to tune in their 5G services with 5G smartphone within three months timeframe.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel 5G Rollout: Operator Publishes List of 116 Smartphones That Support Airtel 5G Connectivity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/airtel-5g-apple-samsung-xiaomi-oppo-vivo-realme-compatible-list-smartphones-3424810#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2022 15:27:10 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has published a list of 5G capable smartphones that will be supported on the company's network, after it began rolling out 5G services in eight cities in India. The list includes 116 handsets from a range of manufacturers that support the operator's 5G network connectivity in the country. However, even if your smartphone is listed on the website, you may still ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Rollout: Apple, Samsung Confirm December Timeline for Update to Enable 5G Support in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/iphone-14-13-12-se-update-5g-support-apple-december-timeline-confirmed-3424403#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2022 13:36:35 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Apple on Wednesday confirmed that it will issue an update to the iPhone 14, iPhone 13, iPhone 13, and iPhone 12, and iPhone SE (2022) to enable support for 5G networks in the country. The upgrade will enable the recent iPhone models to access 5G networks in India.  Bharti Airtel is the only company to have commercially launched 5G services while Jio has started beta t...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Elon Musk's SpaceX to Seek Permit for Starlink Satellite Internet Services in India: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/elon-musk-starlink-internet-services-permit-india-satellite-arm-spacex-3423862#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2022 10:15:57 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Elon Musk's SpaceX will be the third company to seek permission to launch the company's Starlink Internet services in India, according to a report. The company will reportedly seek statutory approvals from the government, on order to obtain landing rights and access to the market. Starlink was asked by the government to refund pre-orders of its satellite services earl...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Apple, Google Will Reportedly Bring 5G Update to iPhone, Pixel Devices by December]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/apple-google-will-reportedly-bring-5g-update-to-compatible-devices-by-december-3423399#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2022 00:24:34 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Apple will reportedly introduce 5G update to iPhone 12 and other compatible smartphones by December. This may come combined with a new iOS update. Moreover, Google Pixel 5G-compatible devices could also receive 5G services by December with a new software update.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Adani Networks Said to Have Received Licence for Full Fledge Telecom Services]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/adani-data-networks-received-licence-full-fledge-telecom-services-sources-3423259#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 23:11:54 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Adani Data Network has been granted unified licence for access services, which enables it to provide all telecom services in the country, according to two official sources. Adani Group entered the telecom sector after buying spectrum in the recent auction. "Adani Data Networks has been granted UL (AS)," an official source said. Another official said that the permit wa...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[DoT, MeitY to Meet Smartphone Companies, Telecom Operators on Wednesday to Discuss 5G Services]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/dot-meity-smartphone-companies-apple-samsung-telecom-operators-airtel-jio-meet-wednesday-5g-services-3422903#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 21:33:24 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[DoT and IT ministry officials have called a joint meeting of smartphone companies, including Apple and Samsung, and telecom operators on issues related to provide smooth access to 5G services, a government official said on Tuesday. The agenda of the meeting includes a discussion around enabling the handsets to start supporting 5G services on 5G networks in India.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Rollout: Government Said to Press Apple, Samsung to Rapidly Update Phones With Support for 5G Connectivity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-rollout-india-government-meeting-apple-samsung-xiaomi-vivo-software-updates-network-support-jio-airtel-3421185#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 14:42:15 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The government is said to push Apple, Samsung, Xiaomi, Vivo, and other smartphone manufacturers to rapidly roll out software updates to their smartphones to support 5G connectivity in the country, weeks after the services were announced by operators Reliance Jio and Airtel. Apple's recent iPhone models, and Samsung's flagship smartphones do not come with support for 5...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Optus Data Breach: Australian Regulators Say They Have Opened Investigations]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/optus-data-breach-investigation-opened-australian-regulators-3420733#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 12:23:20 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Two Australian regulators said on Tuesday they have opened investigations into Optus, the country's No. 2 telecoms provider, after a breach of its systems resulted in the theft of personal data from up to 10 million accounts.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G in India: Does It Make Sense to Buy a 4G Phone Now?]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/podcasts/features/5g-mobile-india-vs-4g-phone-network-launch-moto-g72-price-airtel-jio-orbital-podcast-3410571#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2022 15:04:16 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[With 5G officially launched in India on October 1, customers who are looking to upgrade their smartphones are faced with an interesting conundrum. Should you purchase a new handset with 5G connectivity, or buy a 4G phone with better specifications at the same price? Here’s everything you need to know about picking a new smartphone ahead of the rollout of 5G networks...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio 5G Beta Trials Begin in Delhi and Other Cities With Over 1Gbps Download Speed]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-5g-beta-trials-begin-delhi-varanasi-mumbai-kolkata-over-1gbps-download-speed-3409206#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 06 Oct 2022 22:44:14 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio on Thursday started beta trials of 5G services in the national capital along with three other cities — Mumbai, Kolkata and Varanasi — with users getting download speed of over 1Gbps. At Chanakyapuri, in Lutyens' Zone of New Delhi, the users got internet speed of over 1Gbps. During the trial, the company said, "Now 5G services will be available only on...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel 5G Service Goes Live in 8 Cities, Customers to Pay as per Existing 4G Plan]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 06 Oct 2022 19:35:29 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel on Thursday said its 5G services have gone live in eight cities of Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Siliguri, Nagpur and Varanasi. The customer availing 5G services will have to pay as per their existing 4G plan, it said.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Telstra Hit by Data Breach Exposing 30,000 Employees' Data, Two Weeks After Optus Cyberattack]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2022 12:04:59 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telstra, Australia's largest telecom operator on Tuesday disclosed a data breach that exposed some employee data dating back to 2017. The company stated that an intrusion of a third-party organisation resulted in the exposure of the data of 30,000 current and former employees. The disclosure of the breach comes two weeks after its main rival Optus was hit by a massive...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Government to Set Up 25,000 New Mobile Towers in the Next 500 Days: IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/government-approves-set-up-25000-new-mobile-towers-next-500-days-it-minister-ashwini-vaishnaw-3403618#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2022 22:06:59 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The government has approved setting up of 25,000 new towers in the next 500 days with an investment of Rs. 26,000 crore, Union Minister for Communications, Electronics and Information Technology and Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw has said. Vaishnaw made the announcement at the three-day long "Digital India Conference of State IT Ministers" that began on October 1, and conc...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[iPhone Users in India Will Be Able to Access Airtel's 5G Services Soon: Report]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2022 18:57:00 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Apple has reportedly promised to add access to 5G services in their iPhone models soon. Randeep Sekhon, Chief Technology Officer of Airtel, reportedly said that Apple is conducting 5G tests in the country and Airtel has set up networks for them.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Welcome Offer: 5G Beta Trial to Start in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Varanasi From Dussehra]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-welcome-offer-dussehra-5g-beta-trial-services-delhi-mumbai-kolkata-varanasi-3402777#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2022 17:57:10 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has announced a 'Jio Welcome Offer' on Tuesday, with the beginning of the Beta trial of its 5G services on Dussehra, for Jio users in four Indian cities – Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, and Varanasi.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI to Propose Unified KYC System to Check Fraudulent Callers: Chairman PD Vaghela]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-propose-unified-kyc-system-to-check-fraudulent-callers-chairman-pd-vaghela-3400190#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 03 Oct 2022 19:32:11 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom regulator TRAI will propose to set up a unified know-your-customer system, which should be accessible by all telecom operators, to check fraudulent callers and spammers, a top official said on Sunday. Speaking at India Mobile Congress, TRAI Chairman PD Vaghela said it is difficult to find the actual culprit at present who has indulged in fraudulent calls and m...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL to Roll Out 4G Services by November; to Upgrade to 5G by August 2023]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-4g-services-rollout-november-5g-upgrade-august-2023-3399946#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 03 Oct 2022 18:21:14 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[State-owned telecom firm BSNL will start rolling out 4G network from November onwards and gradually upgrade it to 5G by August next year, a top company official said on Monday. The company has plans to roll out almost 1.25 lakh 4G mobile sites in 18 months, BSNL Chairman and Managing Director PK Purwar told PTI at India Mobile Congress.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G in India: When and How Will Jio, Airtel, Vodafone Idea 5G Services Be Available for Users]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/5g-india-reliance-jio-airtel-vodafone-idea-launch-when-how-coverage-3395568#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2022 19:33:15 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[5G telecom services launched in India on Saturday. The announcement was made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the India Mobile Congress. Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone Idea have revealed their plans to launch 5G services in India.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel 5G Launched in 8 Cities Today, Said to Be Available at Existing 4G Rates]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-5g-launch-8-cities-across-india-march-2024-report-3395096#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2022 16:36:15 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel's 5G service will be available in eight cities from Saturday, its chairman Sunil Bharti Mittal said at India Mobile Congress. With this, Bharti Airtel has become the first company to launch 5G services in the country.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi 5G Rollout to Begin Soon, No Launch Date, Coverage Timelines for Now]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-5g-vodafone-idea-launch-date-coverage-rollout-soon-3395036#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2022 16:13:38 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea, the country's struggling third telecom player, plans to begin the journey to roll out 5G services, matching rivals Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel, but the firm has offered no specific timeline for the launch or coverage of the ultra high-speed internet services.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio 5G Services to Roll Out Across India by December 2023, Says Mukesh Ambani]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-5g-rollout-december-2023-across-india-mukesh-ambani-reliance-3394614#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2022 13:42:07 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio, the nation's biggest telecom firm, will expand 5G telephony services offering ultra high-speed internet connectivity to every part of the country by December 2023, its chairman Mukesh Ambani said on Saturday.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Telecom Service Rolls Out in India Today, PM Narendra Modi Announced Launch at India Mobile Congress]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-telecom-services-pm-narendra-modi-roll-out-launch-announced-3393824#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2022 11:04:42 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[5G telecom services were launched today in India by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the India Mobile Congress in New Delhi. He witnessed tech demos from telecom providers like Reliance Jio, Airtel, Vodafone Idea, and others.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Telecom Services to Launch in India on October 1: Things to Expect from the Rollout]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/5g-telecom-services-india-launch-october-1-airtel-vi-jio-3393818#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2022 23:48:57 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch 5G services at the India Mobile Congress show. Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone Idea are expected to showcase a tech demo during the event.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Telecom Services to Be Launched on October 1 by PM Narendra Modi]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-telecom-service-launch-october-1-10-am-pm-narendra-modi-3393260#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2022 21:01:30 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Saturday launch the 5G telephony services, ushering in an era of ultra high-speed internet on mobile phones. According to an official release, 5G will be launched by the Prime Minister in select cities on Saturday and it will progressively cover the entire country over the next couple of years. The cumulative economic impact of 5G ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[International Telecommunication Union Election: Russia, US in Race to Lead UN Telecommunications Agency]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/international-telecom-union-election-us-russia-control-un-telecom-agency-3388803#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2022 17:04:23 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Russia and the US will face off in the election for post of secretary-general of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) the UN's telecoms agency which sets the global standards underlying mobile phones, television and the internet. While the coveted Geneva post is unrelated to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, it is unlikely that UN member nations will frame the ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Government Identifies 30 Illegal Telecom Set-Ups for Routing ISD Calls]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/government-identify-30-illegal-telecom-set-ups-routing-isd-calls-3386904#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2022 23:36:52 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Department of Telecommunications in coordination with telecom service providers and law enforcement agencies has cracked down on 30 entities that were routing ISD calls received through internet illegally to mobile and wireline customers in India.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Smartphone Users Willing to Shell Out Up to 45 Percent Premium for Upgrade: Study]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/5g-smartphone-users-willing-shell-up-to-45-percent-premium-upgrade-2023-study-3386468#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2022 21:24:21 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Over 100 million users in India with 5G-ready smartphones want to upgrade to 5G network in 2023 and many of them are willing to pay up to 45 percent premium, a study by Ericsson said on Wednesday. The survey assumes significance as the countdown for 5G services availability has begun in India, the world's second-biggest smartphone market after China.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Optus Data Breach: Australian Police Investigate Purported Hacker's $1 Million Ransom Demand]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/optus-data-breach-ransomware-demand-investigation-australian-police-3381547#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2022 15:23:59 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Optus, the second-largest telecom operator in Australia, was impacted by a data breach that exposed 9.8 million customers' details. The Australian police are now probing a demand by a purported hacker who has released private information of 10,000 subscribers and demanded a $1 million (roughly Rs. 8 crore) ransom. The hacker has also threatened to publish details of 1...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Russian Minister Discusses 5G, Telecom Technology, Security with MoS Communications at ITU Meet]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-collaboration-india-russian-minister-bella-cherkesova-un-itu-conference-technology-security-3380887#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2022 11:41:26 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Russian minister Bella Cherkesova on Monday expressed interest in deepening the collaboration with India in telecom technology, security, and developing 5G use cases. Cherkesova, Russia's Deputy Minister of Digital Development, Communications and Mass Media, discussed India's success in spreading the digital infrastructure across the country, particularly, in rural an...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Google Says Decade-Old Demand for Shared Network Costs by EU Telecom Operators is Bad for Consumers]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/google-internet-infrastructure-shared-network-costs-proposal-european-union-3378621#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2022 16:46:08 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Google has stated that European telecom operators' demand to get Big Tech to help fund network costs was a ten-year-old idea and was bad for consumers. EU operators like Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Telefonica and others have long complained that tech giants use a huge part of internet traffic on their networks and should contribute financially. Google has also warned th...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Services Rollout Expected 'Very Soon', Aiming for Pan-India Coverage in 2 years, IT Minister Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-india-rollout-october-coverage-across-country-2-years-it-minister-ashwini-vaishnaw-3377862#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2022 12:57:37 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[5G services are expected to toll out "very soon" in the country, according to Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The union minister also said at an event on Sunday that the government's target will be to cover the entire country within 2 years. Reliance Jio has already announced it will launch high-speed 5G telecom services by Diwali this year in multip...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Elon Musk to Activate Starlink After US Guidance on Expanding Internet Access to Iranians Amid Protests]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/starlink-elon-musk-iran-internet-connectivity-mahsa-amini-protests-satellite-3377471#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2022 10:16:16 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Elon Musk is set to activate Starlink, SpaceX's satellite Internet service, after he US Treasury Department guidance expanding Internet services available to Iranians despite US sanctions on the country. Iranians have been protesting over the death of Mahsa Amini last week while in police custody of the country's morality police. SpaceX has already provided Starlink I...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Telecom Bill Likely to Be Implemented in 6-10 Months, IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/telecom-bill-india-expected-six-ten-months-whatsapp-zoom-google-duo-regulation-3371678#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2022 18:36:24 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Friday that the the new Telecom Bill that will replace the 137-year-old Indian Telegraph Act, Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act, and the Telegraph Wires (Unlawful Possession) Act, is likely to be in place within 6-10 months. The bill, once approved, may require over-the-top players like Whatsapp, Zoom and Google Duo which provide call...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Elon Musk Bid to Provide Starlink Internet Service in Iran Amid Protests Gains Support From US Lawmakers]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/elon-musk-spacex-iran-internet-outage-starlink-sanctions-clearance-mahsa-amini-protests-janet-yellen-3370497#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2022 13:39:29 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Elon Musk's bid to provide Iranians with internet access through his Starlink satellite internet service was received bipartisan support from US lawmakers on Thursday. A group of US lawmakers has asked Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen to approve clearance for the satellite internet service in Iran, which is heavily sanctioned by the US, after the country shut off acces...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Singtel Arm Pastel Sells 1.59 Percent Stake in Bharti Airtel for Nearly Rs. 7,300 Crore]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bharti-airtel-stake-singtel-arm-pastel-1-59-percent-sold-rs-7300-crore-3369437#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2022 23:24:50 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Pastel, an entity of Singtel, on Thursday divested 1.59 percent stake in Bharti Airtel for Rs. 7,261 crore through an open market transaction. The stake has been picked by Bharti Airtel's promoter Bharti Telecom, as per block deal data with the National Stock Exchange (NSE). According to the data, Pastel offloaded 9,40,00,000 shares, amounting to 1.59 percent stake in...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Telecom Bill to Provide Roadmap for Industry Restructuring, Innovation, Says IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2022 21:45:54 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday said that the new telecom bill will provide a clear roadmap for industry restructuring and promote innovation. The draft bill has included OTT as part of the telecommunication service. The government in the bill has proposed a provision to waive fees and penalty of telecom and internet service providers.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Government to Present New Data Protection Bill Draft in Next Few Days: IT Minister]]></title>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Department of Telecom Introduces Draft Telecom Bill Aimed at Regulating Internet-Based Services]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2022 10:03:47 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Department of Telecom on Wednesday introduced a Draft Telecom Bill which is aimed to replace the existing regulatory framework for the telecommunication sector that is based on the Indian Telegraph Act of 1885. This new bill will consolidate and amend the laws governing the provision, development, expansion and operation of telecommunication services, telecommunic...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Assures Sector of More Reforms: Report]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 2022 12:51:04 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has reportedly assured the Telecom sector of more reforms while pointing out that the industry should also do its part and significantly improve the service quality. The minister encouraged telecom operators and infrastructure providers to move faster on working to improve quality services in the country.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Receives Letter of Intent From Telecom Department to Set Up Mobile Satellite Network]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2022 13:35:37 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued a letter of intent (LoI) to the Reliance Jio Infocomm's satellite unit, according to information from some industry sources, as per a report. The permission will allow Jio to set up global mobile personal communication by satellite (GMPCS) services. The mobile satellite networks can work in sync with the low-earth ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[SpaceX Challenges US FCC Decision to Block Rural Broadband Subsides Worth $885.5 Billion]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2022 10:56:58 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[SpaceX has challenged a decision taken by the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to reject subsidies for the firm under the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund, according to a report. Starlink was expected to receive $885.5 billion (roughly Rs. 70,52,400 crore) in subsidies under a multibillion-dollar program to bring Internet access to over 6.42 lakh locations acr...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Supreme Court Asks MeitY if 'Protocol' for Internet Shutdowns Exists: Report]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2022 23:56:51 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Supreme Court on Friday asked the government to respond to a plea alleging the arbitrary shutdown of Internet access in states like Arunachal Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan, and West Bengal. The apex court reportedly asked the Centre for details on whether a protocol exists to deal with the issue, and said that it was issuing notice to MeitY instead of the states w...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea Stake to Be Acquired by Government When Share Price Reaches Rs. 10 or Higher: Report]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2022 21:29:33 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The government is set to acquire a stake in Vodafone Idea but only after the company
s stock has settled at Rs. 10 or a higher value, according to a report citing an official source. The proposal to acquire a stake in Vodafone Idea was reportedly cleared by the finance ministry in July, and is expected to give the government a 33 percent stake in VIL.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Department of Telecom Seeks TRAI's Views on Regulating OTT Services Like WhatsApp: Report]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 31 Aug 2022 20:05:48 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Department of Telecom has asked the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India for its views on the regulation of over-the-top service providers like WhatsApp, Signal, Google Meet, and other apps and services. Telecom operators have been asking TRAI to apply the same rules to these services that provide similar calling and messaging functionality as the telcos do, for...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi 5G Launch in India to Depend on Use Case, Customers Demand, Competitive Dynamics: CEO Ravinder Takker]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2022 15:00:45 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi CEO Ravinder Takker spoke during the company’s 27th Annual General Meeting on Monday. He revealed that the telecom company’s 5G service launch in India will depend on factors like use cases, customer demand, competition, and more.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio AirFiber, Jio Cloud PC Announced During Reliance AGM 2022: Details Here]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 29 Aug 2022 17:22:25 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio announced Jio AirFiber and Jio Cloud PC during the Reliance Jio AGM 2022. Jio AirFiber works like a Wi-Fi hotspot without wires. Jio Cloud PC, on the other hand, is a virtual PC that is hosted in the cloud.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio to Roll Out 5G Connectivity in India by October, Plans Full Coverage by 2023 End]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-5g-rollout-october-diwali-plans-full-coverage-2023-end-3296296#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 29 Aug 2022 14:44:25 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio announced that it would roll out 5G connectivity to key cities in the country by October. Cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, and Kolkata would have access to 5G connectivity by Diwali, while the company plans to extend coverage to every district in the country by the end of 2023.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Allegedly Exposed Data of 301 Million Customers, Telco Denies Claim]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-data-leak-exposed-call-records-details-subscribers-bill-address-cyberx9-report-3295757#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 29 Aug 2022 12:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Multiple vulnerabilities in the system of Vodafone Idea (Vi) allegedly exposed details of customers online. Call records, full names and addresses of customers, and SMS details were reportedly leaked online. Vi denied the report and said that it fixed a potential vulnerability in its billing communication immediately after it learned about the bug.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[India Set to Roll Out 6G Services by the End of This Decade: PM Narendra Modi]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/6g-5g-services-roll-out-decade-end-india-prime-minister-narendra-modi-smart-india-hackathon-3287548#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2022 00:40:48 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday that the country is prepping to introduce the 6G services by the end of this decade. He made the announcement while addressing the Smart India Hackathon 2022 Grand Finale. Earlier today, Union Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw hinted that the 5G services ay roll out by October 12.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Telecom Services Expected to Roll Out in India by October 12, Says Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 25 Aug 2022 19:36:37 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The 5G telecom services in India may roll out by October 12, the Union Communications, Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said. Vaishnaw assured that the 5G services will cover almost every part of India in the coming two to three years.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio 5G, JioPhone 5G Could Be Announced at Reliance AGM 2022 on August 29]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 25 Aug 2022 17:44:19 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance will host its 45th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on August 29 in India. The company is expected to announce Jio 5G and JioPhone 5G at the conference.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio, Airtel, Vi Prepare for 5G Rollout; 13 Cities to Get Services in 1st Phase: All You Need to Know]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 25 Aug 2022 13:55:40 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India 5G rollout is about to begin and reports have suggested that 13 Indian cities, including Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, Delhi, Gandhinagar, Gurugram, Hyderabad, Jamnagar, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, and Pune will get the high-speed Internet services in the first phase.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Singtel to Sell Its 3.3 Percent Stake in Airtel to Fund 5G Operations: Report]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 25 Aug 2022 10:42:47 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Singtel will sell its 3.3 percent stake in India’s telecom giant, Airtel, according to a report. The Singapore-based company will reportedly continue to hold 29.7 percent of Airtel’s shares post sell off. The shares will be bought by Bharti Telecom, which is a joint venture between Singtel and Bharti Enterprises.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Department of Telecom Lifts Restrictions on Mobile Network Connectivity Near Borders: Details]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2022 01:51:52 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The telecom department has announced via a circular that it has amended the licencing norms to remove restrictions on operators offering connectivity near international border areas. The Department of Telecom has deleted clauses to remove requirements on fading out network signals near the borders.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Mobile Internet Services Suspended in 25 Assam Districts Over Exam Malpractice Concerns]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2022 10:15:35 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Mobile internet services in 25 districts of Assam were suspended for on Sunday while the state government conducted Grade IV exams across various departments, while prohibitory orders under Section 144 CrPC were promulgated in areas where the exams were conducted. The services were suspended for four hours as the written exams were on, according to senior officials of...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Cisco Beats Profit Estimates as Positive Sales Forecast Hints at Easing Supply Chain Shortages]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 19 Aug 2022 01:42:13 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Cisco on Wednesday announced a positive forecast for first-quarter sales, suggesting that networking equipment makers have started overcoming the component crunch that had kept them from tapping a post-pandemic revival in digital infrastructure spending. The company expects current-quarter revenue to rise between 2 percent and 4 percent, while analysts predicted it w...]]></description>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 19 Aug 2022 00:09:14 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Thursday that he had requested telecom operators in the country to prepare for the rollout of 5G services. India's biggest ever auction of telecom spectrum recently concluded, with the Department of Telecom received a record Rs 1.5 lakh crore worth of bids.]]></description>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 18 Aug 2022 23:45:18 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has extended the time granted to stakeholders for submitting their views on the issue of allowing not-for-profit companies to set up community radio stations (CRS) in the country. It has now extended the date for submission of comments to August 31 and counter comments by September 14.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Shares Surge After Advance Payments to DoT for 5G Spectrum Purchase]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 18 Aug 2022 17:33:56 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel share price surged on Thursday after the company made advance payments for 5G spectrum purchase. The scrip touched a high of Rs 735.70 in the intra-day. The company has paid Rs. 8,312.4 crore to the Department of Telecom towards dues for spectrum acquired in the recently concluded 5G auctions.]]></description>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 18 Aug 2022 13:55:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has received spectrum allocation letter within few hours of making upfront payment to the Department of Telecom, the telecom company’s chairman Sunil Bharti Mittal said on Thursday. While all telecom operators have opted to make payments in 20 annual instalments, Bharti Airtel paid Rs 8,312 crore equivalent to four annual instalments to the DoT on Wednesday.]]></description>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 18 Aug 2022 11:05:47 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has sought suggestions of TRAI on the auction of E and V bands, DoT member (Technology) A K Tiwari said. The government is going to auction millimeter wave falling in the frequency range of E and V bands. While telecom operators have favoured the auction of spectrum in these bands, bodies representing Internet firms have oppo...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Department of Telecom Said to Receive Rs. 17,876 Crore From Operators as Upfront Payment for 5G Spectrum]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 18 Aug 2022 02:19:15 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Department of Telecom (DoT) is said to have received an upfront payment of Rs. 17,876 crore from telecom operators and Adani Data Networks, ahead of the rollout of 5G services in the country. Operators Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea have paid their dues based on the bids placed at the recently concluded 5G spectrum auction.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Leads Race in Adding Mobile Subscribers in June; Airtel, Vodafone Idea Significantly Behind: TRAI]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2022 21:34:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio reportedly experienced a net growth of 4.2 million wireless users in June 2022, according to the latest data by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI). It is said to have the largest userbase of wireless users in India. Airtel comes second with 362.97 million wireless users in the country.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Pays Rs. 8,312 Crore to DoT as Advance Instalment for Recently Purchased 5G Spectrum]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2022 16:39:57 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has paid Rs. 8,3 crore to the Department of Telecom (DoT) towards dues for spectrum acquired in the recently concluded 5G auctions. With the payment, Airtel has paid four years of 2022 spectrum dues upfront. The company had an option to pay Rs. 3.8 crore upfront and the rest in 19 annual instalments.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Rs. 519, Rs. 779 Prepaid Recharge Plans With 1.5GB Daily Data Introduced: All Details]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2022 15:49:15 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has listed two new recharge plans for its prepaid subscribers on its website. With recharges of Rs. 519 and Rs. 779 the telecom giant is offering membership to Apollo 27/7 Circle for 3 months at no extra cost. The new recharge plans have a daily quota of 1.5GB 4G data and 100 SMS, along with unlimited local calls.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Telecom Services to Start Soon, Will Offer 10 Times Faster Speeds and Lag-Free Connectivity: PM Modi]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2022 14:15:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[5G mobile telephony will start soon in India, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday. 5G promises to offer 10 times faster speeds and lag-free connectivity. PM Modi also touched upon all-round development of technology in the country from 5G to push for electronic chips, laying of optical fibre cable (OFC) network across villages and enablement of digital entrepr...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Shareholders Approve to Reappoint Gopal Vittal as Managing Director]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bharti-airtel-shareholders-gopal-vittal-managing-director-re-appointment-3251934#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 13 Aug 2022 18:19:16 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel's shareholders have approved the re-appointment of Gopal Vittal as managing director of the company for a period of five years with effect from February 1, 2023. Over 97 percent shareholders voted in favour of the resolution. Vittal currently holds position as the managing director and CEO of Airtel upto January 31, 2023.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[MTNL Consolidated Loss Widens to Rs. 653 Crore in June Quarter: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/mtnl-consolidated-loss-rs-653-crore-june-quarter-3250587#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 13 Aug 2022 01:31:58 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[MTNL has reported that its consolidated loss narrowed to Rs. 653 crore in the June quarter. The state-run telecom firm revealed that consolidated revenue from operations fell by about 17 per cent in the first quarter of the current fiscal, while auditors of MTNL said the company's net worth has been fully eroded.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Will Help Overcome Connectivity Barriers Faced by India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/insights/5g-will-help-overcome-connectivity-barriers-faced-by-india-inc-3243679#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2022 11:57:07 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[With 5G being reported to roll out as early as next month, the telecom industry is ready to harness the power of fast Internet. 5G is expected to deliver enhanced user experience, as well as help create new business models and services, in addition to improving network performance, and reliability, Madhav Sheth writes.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Google Fiber Plans to Bring High-Speed Internet Service to Several US Cities]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/google-fiber-alphabet-expand-high-speed-internet-service-us-cities-dinni-jain-3243418#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2022 18:43:58 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Google Fiber has announced to bring introduce high-speed Internet service to multiple cities in the US in the first big expansion since it started as an independent Alphabet unit in 2015. Chief Executive Dinni Jain said his team is prepared to "add a little bit more build velocity" after over four years of sharpening operations.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[DoT Invites Application From Firms Willing to Set Up Private Telecom Network]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/department-of-telecommunications-dot-applications-firms-set-up-private-telecom-network-cnpn-3243099#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2022 17:29:42 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[DoT has invited applications from enterprises willing to set up captive non-public networks, an official statement said. The private telecom network will undertake demand studies for direct assignment of spectrum to entities. The department has invited enterprises having net worth more than Rs. 100 crore and are willing to set up captive non-public networks by obtaini...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Rs. 2,999 Independence Offer 2022 With ‘100 Percent Value Back Offer Benefits’ Announced]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-rs-2999-recharge-prepaid-independence-offer-2022-benefits-ajio-netmeds-ixigo-3241065#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2022 00:58:57 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio is offering several discount coupons and a 4G data voucher with a recharge of Rs. 2,999 under the ‘2999 Independence Offer 2022’. The coupons are non-transferrable and will credited to the eligible subscriber’s MyJio app within 72 hours of recharge, according to the telecom provider.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel to Launch 5G Services This Month, Cover Every Town by 2024: CEO Gopal Vittal]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-ceo-md-gopal-vittal-5g-services-launch-august-2022-cover-all-india-2024-3239920#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 09 Aug 2022 17:57:10 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel is aiming to launch 5G starting August and extend to a Pan-India roll out very soon, stated MD and CEO Gopal Vittal during the company's earning call. The company is planning to cover all towns, key rural areas with its 5G network by 2024. Meanwhile, The Jio claims to have completed 5G coverage planning in the top 1,000 cities.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Rs. 2,022 Prepaid Recharge Plan With 75GB Monthly Data, 300 Days Validity Announced]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-rs-2022-plan-recharge-prepaid-benefits-300-days-75-gb-monthly-data-validity-unlimited-calls-100-sms-3236955#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2022 19:18:49 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL has added a new long-term recharge plan for prepaid customers. The new Rs. 2,022 prepaid recharge plan comes with 300 days validity and offers unlimited voice calls and 100 SMS messages per day.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Reports 16.6 Percent YoY Increase in Mobile Data Consumption, Posts 22 Percent Rise in Q2 Revenue]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-revenue-increase-arpu-4g-subscribers-increase-data-consumption-3236752#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2022 18:31:08 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel on Monday reported a 22.2 percent increase in quarterly revenue, with an average revenue per user (ARPU) of Rs. 183, up from Rs. 146 a year earlier. The ARPU of rivals Reliance Jio and Vodafone Idea was Rs. 175.7 and Rs. 128 , respectively. Last year, Airtel said that mobile ARPU needed to be at 200 rupees and ultimately at 300 rupees, for a financially healthy...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Adds 130 Million Subscribers YoY, Data Traffic Up 46 Percent to 91 Billion GB: Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-annual-report-jio-13-million-subscriber-increase-yoy-traffic-increase-5g-rollout-3236381#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2022 17:03:52 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio remained the country’s largest digital services platform with a subscriber base of 410.2 million users, including both fixed broadband and mobile services at the end of March, while the number of subscribers grew to 419.9 million by June, the company announced in its annual report.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Services to Be Rolled Out in a Month, Development of Indigenous 6G Stack in Progress, MoS Telecom Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-india-services-rollout-india-month-mos-telecom-devusinh-chauhan-3236036#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2022 15:43:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[5G services are likely to roll out in India in a month, according to Minister of State for Telecom Devusinh Chauhan. Meanwhile, a 6G Technology Innovations Group, has also been set up, which is working towards the development of indigenous 6G stack, the minister said, adding that Indian engineers have developed a set of 5G standards, which will facilitate the spread o...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Seeks Views on Big Data, AI Adoption to Improve Telecom Services, Enhance Network Security]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-consultation-ai-big-data-artificial-intelligence-improve-network-services-3229838#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 06 Aug 2022 00:48:15 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[TRAI has floated a consultation paper to seek views on using artificial intelligence and big data to improve telecom services and enhance network security, the telecom regulator announced on Friday. It is seeking opinions on the risks in the adoption of AI and BD, such as unethical use, bias in data and algorithms, privacy, model instability, regulatory and legal non-...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Over 5 Crore Complaints Received Against Telcos Over Mobile Services in FY22, MoS Communications Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/government-complaint-telecom-operators-mobile-services-3229374#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2022 21:59:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The government received over five crore complaints against telecom operators during 2021-22, according to Minister of State for Communications Devusinh Chauhan. The complaints, related to mobile services, were received against various telecom service providers related to mobile telephony during the last year. The number for Airtel stood at 2,99,68,519, and for Vodafon...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Should Be Priced at Premium to 4G With More Data, Overall Tariffs Expected to Rise, Vodafone Idea MD Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-5g-pricing-more-expensive-4g-plans-tariffs-3226306#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2022 01:24:23 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea MD Ravinder Takkar said on Thursday that he expects 5G to be priced at a premium with more data bundled with plans compared to 4G services at present. Takkar made the statement during an earnings call, and said the operator has spent a significant amount in acquiring spectrum in the recently-held auctions which calls for a need to charge premium for 5G s...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Government Completes 5G Spectrum Harmonisation Process, Allocation by August 12]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2022 18:11:57 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Government has concluded the 5G spectrum harmonization process, said Union Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The government is on course for the timely allocation of radiowaves bought by players by August 12. The harmonisation process brings together a bunch of radio wave holdings within a band into one contiguous block with the consensus of all telecom service provi...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Truecaller Collaborates With GoKwik to Minimise Returns for E-Commerce Brands]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/truecaller-gokwik-collaborate-minimize-returns-e-commerce-brands-3224661#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2022 17:26:50 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Truecaller has collaborated with GoKwik to enable convenience in online shopping by minimising RTO or Return to Origin fraud. The partnership will the portal to identify and verify users who make purchases. This will also save customers from time wasted on manually filling up names, phone numbers, and other details or have other OTP issues.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel 5G Services Rollout to Begin in August, Signs Network Deals With Ericsson, Nokia, and Samsung]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2022 18:28:45 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has announced that the rollout of its 5G services in India will commence in August. The telecom provider said it had signed agreements with Ericsson, Nokia and Samsung as part of the company's plans to roll out 5G services spanning ultra-high-speeds, low latency and large data handling capabilities.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Big Tech May Have to Share Europe Network Costs Amid Pressure From EU Countries, Reveals Document]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2022 12:28:42 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[EU regulators are being pushed by France, Italy and Spain to draft a legislation ensuring Big Tech firms partly finance telecoms infrastructure in the bloc, reveals a document. In May, Eu regulators were analysing whether Alphabet's Google, Meta and Netflix should share the cost. However, digital rights activists fear that making Big Tech pay for networks could threat...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Spectrum Auction Concludes on Monday, India to Launch Services Likely by October]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2022 10:55:21 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[5G spectrum auction completed on Monday with over Rs 1.50 lakh crore in bids by India’s leading telcos — Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, Vodafone Idea and Adani Data Networks. The country is likely to launch the fifth generation (5G) telecom services by October. Meanwhile, till August 10, all formalities including approving and allocating the spectrum will be done, s...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Spectrum Auction: Reliance Jio Becomes Top Spender; Airtel, Vodafone Idea and Adani in Close Competition]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2022 10:13:09 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio emerged as the biggest spender in India's 5G spectrum auction, winning airwaves worth $11 billion (nearly Rs. 87,000 crore). Meanwhile, Airtel and Vodafone won spectrum worth $5.4 billion (nearly Rs. 43,000 crore) and $2.4 billion (nearly Rs. 19,000 crore). Meanwhile, Adani purchased airwaves worth nearly $27 million (nearly Rs. 215 crore). The firm does ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Top Bidder in 5G Spectrum Auction, DoT Receives Bids Worth Record 1.5 Lakh Crore]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2022 17:03:31 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The 5G spectrum auction in India concluded on Monday, with the Department of Telecom (DoT) receiving bids worth a record 1.5 lakh crore. Reliance Jio was the top bidder to the airwaves, followed by Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea. Meanwhile, Adani group is said to have bought 26 MHz spectrum for setting up a private telecom network.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Spectrum Auction Enters Day 7: Jio, Airtel Locked in Bidding for Spectrum in UP East Circle]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2022 10:33:34 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The ongoing 5G spectrum auction in India has seen telecom operators like Reliance Jio, Airtel, Vodafone Idea, Adani bid over Rs. 1.50 lakh crore while the battle for spectrum in UP East appears to be cooling off, in what might be a sign that the auction may be entering its final leg. In all, 72 GHz of radiowaves worth at least Rs. 4.3 lakh crore is on the block.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Spectrum Auction: DoT Receives Bids Worth 1.49 Lakh Crore, as Auction Stretches to Fourth Day]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jul 2022 09:46:53 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The 5G spectrum auction in India is set to stretch to the fourth day today after 16 rounds of bidding which have fetched bids worth 1,49,623 crore. Reliance Jio, Airtel, Vodafone Idea and a unit of billionaire Adani Enterprises are bidding for 5G spectrum, which is much faster than current generation 4G technology in India.  ]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[US Announces $400 Million in Funding to Expand Internet Access to Rural Residents, Businesses]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2022 17:08:42 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Biden administration has announced that it will provide $401 million (roughly Rs. 3,195 crore) to bring internet access to 31,000 residents in rural areas, along with businesses in 11 states. US Vice President Kamala Harris is set to announce the formation of a coalition of 12 companies and foundations to invest billions of dollars in low-income communities, calle...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Spectrum Auction Enters Day 3, Received Bids Worth Rs. 1.5 Trillion So Far]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2022 10:16:52 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[5G spectrum auction has entered its third day of bidding on Thursday. At the end of Day 2 on Wednesday, the auction collected bids worth Rs. 1,49,454 crore. Wednesday saw five rounds of the auction, taking the total rounds to nine. Telecom operators may receive allocation of the spectrum before August 15.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL to Receive Rs. 1.64 Lakh Crore Revival Package, to Merge With BBNL]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2022 17:30:47 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Cabinet has given its nod to allocate Rs. 1.64 lakh crore for the revival of Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL). The package will focus at improving services, de-stressing balance sheet and expanding fibre network. The government also announced to merge BBNL with BSNL.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Spectrum Auction Undergoes Fifth Round of Bidding, Services to Roll Out in September]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2022 14:20:22 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[5G spectrum auction in currently undergoing the fifth round of bidding as firms run by tycoons Mukesh Ambani, Sunil Bharti Mittal and Gautam Adani as well as Vodafone Idea have invested huge sums. According to telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, the response on the first day exceeded all expectations.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio, Airtel, Vodafone Idea, Adani Bid Rs. 1.45 Lakh Crore for 5G Spectrum on Opening Day]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2022 12:24:02 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Department of Telecom (DoT) received bids of about Rs 1.45 lakh crore during the first day of the 5G spectrum auction, the government said on Tuesday. Reliance Jio, Airtel, Vodafone Idea, and a unit of Adani Enterprises "actively" participated in the auction of the 5G spectrum, according to the telecom department. Even the 700 MHz band, which had not seen any take...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[India Boasts of the 5th Lowest Mobile Data Prices in the World: Report]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2022 19:26:13 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[According to a report by Cable.co.uk, India is the fifth cheapest country in the world when it comes to mobile data prices. The list includes 233 nations from 13 regions of the world.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Eutelsat, OneWeb Agree to Merge to Rival Elon Musk’s Starlink; Bharti to Be Single Largest Shareholder]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/starlink-rival-service-eutelsat-oneweb-merge-global-broadband-internet-market-3194362#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2022 13:45:32 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Eutelsat and OneWeb have agreed to merge as part of a $3.5 billion (roughly Rs. 27,900 crore) deal to create a “global champion” to rival Elon Musk’s Starlink internet services. Satellite broadband is able to provide connectivity to the most remote areas on Earth without antennas and other infrastructure. The market was projected to grow to $16 billion (roughly ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[India’s 5G Spectrum Auction Begins; Reliance Jio, Airtel, Vodafone Idea in Race to Bid for 5G Airwaves]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2022 13:21:50 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India’s 5G spectrum auction began on Tuesday, and telecom operators Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, Vodafone Idea, along with a unit of Adani Enterprises are bidding on spectrum a total of 72 GHz (gigahertz) of 5G airwaves worth Rs 4,30,000 crore. The participants in the auction will bid for spectrum in various low (600 MHz, 700 MHz, 800 MHz, 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 2100 MH...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Chairman Sunil Mittal's Remuneration Falls Nearly 5 Percent in FY22: Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bharti-airtel-chairman-sunil-mittal-remuneration-falls-5-percent-in-fy22-rs-15-39-crore-3190859#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2022 13:31:28 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel chairman Sunil Mittal's remuneration fell nearly 5 percent in the financial year 2021-22 to Rs. 15.39 crore on lower perquisite value, according to the telecom company's annual report.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea Elevates Akshaya Moondra as CEO; to Replace Ravinder Takkar]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-akshaya-moonda-ceo-elevated-replace-ravinder-takkar-md-3185155#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2022 22:37:15 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom firm Vodafone Idea announced the elevation of present chief financial officer Akshay Moondra as its new chief executive officer with effect from August 19, the company said in a regulatory filing.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL 4G Services to be Rolled Out in the Next 18-24 Months, 5G Services Under Testing: Report ]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-4g-services-pan-india-subscribers-next-18-24-months-5g-undergoing-testing-tcs-report-3184937#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2022 21:19:23 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[A recent report has revealed that BSNL is going to roll out its 4G services to pan-India subscribers in the next 18-24 months. Unlike other telecom operators, BSNL does not have 4G connectivity yet.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Reports 24 Percent Rise in Q2 Profit to Rs. 4,335 Crore, Ahead of Upcoming 5G Auction: Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-earnings-quarterly-profit-24-percent-rise-4335-crore-mukesh-ambani-3184242#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2022 18:22:14 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has reported a nearly 24 percent year-on-year rise in its standalone net profit to Rs 4,335 crore for Q2 2022, the firm revealed on Friday. The announcement comes ahead of the upcoming 5G spectrum auction in the country, where the operator has submitted an earnest money deposit (EMD) of Rs. 14,000 crore. Meanwhile, rival Bharti Airtel has put in Rs. 5,500...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Digital Services to Add Several Billion Dollars in Revenue in Coming Years, Airtel Chairman Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-india-5g-spectrum-auction-digital-services-revenue-shareholders-3183187#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2022 14:00:21 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Digital services, in the next few years, will add several billion dollars to the company's revenue while maintaining an asset light approach, Bharti Airtel Chairman Sunil Mittal said ahead of the upcoming 5G spectrum auction in the country. Airtel, Jio, Vodafone Idea and a unit of Adani Enterprises will participate in the upcoming auction of 5G spectrum. The country i...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Amazon Looking to Expand Satellite Internet Project Kuiper to India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/amazon-project-kuiper-india-satellite-internet-job-posting-3183180#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2022 13:58:26 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Amazon is looking to expand Project Kuiper, it’s initiative to offer broadband internet via satellites globally, in India. Like Elon Musk-owned SpaceX's Starlink project, Amazon will also send over 3,000 satellites.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Huawei Said to Be Under Probe in US Over Concerns of Capturing Sensitive Information From Military Bases]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/china-huawei-probe-us-concern-capturing-sensitive-information-military-bases-missile-silos-3182068#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2022 00:18:52 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Biden administration is said to be investigating Chinese telecoms equipment maker Huawei over concerns that the US cell towers fitted with its gear could capture sensitive information from military bases and missile silos that the company could then transmit to China. The company has denied all allegations.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Department of Telecom Pulled Up by CAG Over Spectrum Pricing Mechanism for Captive Users: Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/spectrum-allotment-cag-department-of-telecom-3173909#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2022 19:53:13 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Department of Telecom (DoT) has been pulled up by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) for failing to finalise policy on spectrum assignment for captive users in a report titled 'Management of spectrum assigned on the administrative basis to government departments/agencies'. The CAG has also flagged the absence of spectrum price review for captive users admin...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Telecom Subscribers in India Increased by 2.9 Million in May, Jio Adds 3.1 Million Subscribers]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-airtel-vodafone-idea-bsnl-mtnl-subscription-numbers-may-2022-trai-3173386#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2022 17:59:43 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom subscribers in India increased by 2.9 million in April, according to TRAI data. The total number of wireless subscribers in India is now at 1,170.73 million, according the regulator. Jio gained the most subscribers with 3.1 new users, while Airtel added 1.02 million subscribers. Vodafone Idea lost 759,258 subscribers during April.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[US Senators Said to Be Working on Bill to Restore Net Neutrality Rules]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/us-senate-democrats-said-to-be-working-plan-bill-restore-net-neutrality-fcc-alphabet-google-meta-facebook-3170759#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2022 22:39:19 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Two US Senate Democrats active in internet issues are said to be working on a bill to restore landmark "net neutrality" rules that would bar telecommunications companies from blocking or throttling traffic or offering paid fast lanes. Telecommunications companies, who are also major internet providers, have been battling net neutrality efforts for more than a decade, ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Submits Rs. 14,000 Crore Earnest Money Deposit Ahead of 5G Auction]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-reliance-5g-spectrum-auction-earnest-money-deposit-14000-crore-bharti-airtel-3169435#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2022 17:40:03 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has submitted an earnest money deposit (EMD) of Rs. 14,000 crore ahead of the upcoming 5G spectrum auction in the country. Rival Bharti Airtel has put in Rs. 5,500 crore, while Vodafone has submitted Rs. 2,200 crore. Meanwhile, the EMD amount of Adani Data Networks, which recently announced it would participate in the auction would be Rs. 100 crore. Here...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Huawei, ZTE Gear Removal From US Telecom Network Will Need Additional $3 Billion, Says FCC]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/huawei-zte-chinese-tech-removal-us-telecom-network-need-usd-3-billion-3163836#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 16 Jul 2022 15:52:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[FCC says the US needs an additional $3 billion (roughly Rs. 25,500 crore) to replace Chinese telecoms giants Huawei and ZTE on the US telecom network. This will bring the total cost for removal of Huawei, ZTE gear to $4.9 billion (roughly Rs. 40,000 crore).]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Announces Successful Trial of 5G Private Network at BOSCH Facility]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 16 Jul 2022 00:05:57 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel on Friday announced the successful trial of 5G private network at Bosch Automotive Electronics India facility in Bengaluru. Airtel's on-premise 5G captive private network was built over the trial spectrum allocated by the Department of Telecom (DoT), according to a statement.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel Allots 1.2 Percent Equity Shares to Google for $700 Million]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bharti-airtel-google-allot-1-2-percent-equity-share-use-700-million-rs-5600-crore-3159237#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2022 23:39:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom operator Bharti Airtel on Thursday said it has allotted over 7.1 crore equity shares to internet major Google for Rs. 730 apiece. The allotment is part of Google's commitment to invest $1 billion (nearly Rs. 8,000 crore) with Airtel, which included equity investment in the company worth $700 million (nearly Rs. 5,600 crore), Airtel said in a regulatory filing...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[COAI Urges Open Bidding, Transparent Auction for 5G Airwaves to Prevent ‘Backdoor Entry’ to Big Tech]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/coai-5g-spectrum-allocation-networks-enterprise-3158333#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2022 19:17:52 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), ahead of the mega 5G spectrum auction scheduled to take place later this month, said that administrative allocation of spectrum for captive 5G networks is against principles of level playing field and "effectively provides a backdoor entry to big technology players to provide 5G services and solutions to enterprises ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Qualcomm, Ericsson, Thales Plan to Introduce Space-Based 5G Network for Global Connectivity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/qualcomm-ericsson-thales-unveil-plan-launch-space-based-5g-network-global-connectivity-3151193#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 12 Jul 2022 18:59:19 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Qualcomm, Ericsson and Thales unveiled a plan for ‘space-based network’ that will allow smartphones to communicate directly with satellites. For these, the tech firms plan to launch hundreds of satellites with 5G capabilities. Thales said a rollout of 600 to 800 satellites could begin within four or five years.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Rogers Faces Canadian Government Probe Into Widespread Outage, Operators Directed to Keep Users Better Informed]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/canada-rogers-communications-outage-mobile-internet-service-disruption-critical-services-3150630#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 12 Jul 2022 16:50:44 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Rogers Communications is facing a probe by the Canadian government into a widespread outage that lasted nearly 19 hours on Friday. During the outage, services were disrupted including flights, banking and emergency 911 calls. The government has also demanded telecoms companies agree within 60 days to develop communication protocols to keep people better informed about...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio, BSNL to Set Up 1000 Network Towers in Andhra Pradesh's Tribal Areas ]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-bsnl-100-network-towers-andhra-pradesh-tribal-maoist-affected-areas-3146310#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2022 11:04:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio and BSNL will set up as many as 1000 mobile network towers in the Maoist-affected areas in Andhra Pradesh. The district police and the Integrated Tribal Development Agency (ITDA) are going to install the network towers in the remote region of Alluri Sitarama Raju region.  ]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Adani Group to Compete With Rival Mukesh Ambani’s Jio in 5G Spectrum Auction, Aims to Set Up Private Network]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2022 10:14:55 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Adani Group announced on Saturday that it would participate in the July 26 5G spectrum auction, in order to set up a private network to help digitise its businesses from airports to energy to data centres. This means that the company will not enter the consumer mobile telephony space, where Ambani's Reliance Jio is the largest player, alongside Sunil Bharti Mittal's B...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Adani Group Said to Enter Telecom Spectrum Race, to Face Jio, Airtel, Vodafone Idea]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/adani-group-planning-enter-telecom-spectrum-race-jio-airtel-3142045#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 09 Jul 2022 11:22:04 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Gautam Adani's group is said to be planning a surprise entry into the race to acquire telecom spectrum, which will pitch it directly against Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Jio and telecom czar Sunil Bharti Mittal's Airtel, according to sources.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Government Urges States to Tap Opportunities in Electronics Manufacturing]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/government-urges-states-tap-opportunities-electronics-manufacturing-iphone-production-3138980#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2022 12:22:49 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw urged states to explore opportunities in electronics manufacturing space, as India has proven its mettle as an "important trusted partner" for the world. He also discussed about setting a working group that will help in addressing crucial aspects such as optical fibre ducts and space for 5G telecom towers.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[VMware-Broadcom Deal Worth $61 Billion Said to Move Ahead as Go-Shop Period Ends]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vmware-broadcom-deal-use-61-billion-said-to-move-ahead-go-shop-period-ends-3131288#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 06 Jul 2022 05:31:05 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Broadcom $61 billion (nearly Rs. 4.8 lakh crore) deal for VMware will move forward after a rival bidder failed to emerge to break up the deal during its so-called “go-shop” period, according to people familiar with the matter. VMware had until 11:59 PM Pacific time Tuesday (12:29 AM IST Wednesday) to solicit other bids, according to the deal announcement in May.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[DoT Warns E-Commerce Websites Sale of Wireless Jammers, Network Boosters Illegal Without Permission]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 04 Jul 2022 18:19:33 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Department of Telecom has issued a warning to all e-commerce platforms in the country, against the sale of cellular signal jammers, GPS blocker or other signal jamming devices. The use of these devices is illegal, except specifically permitted by the government. Private sector organizations and private individuals cannot procure or use jammers in the country, acco...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Rs. 228, Rs. 239 Prepaid Monthly Recharge Plans Launched: Report]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2022 13:23:35 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL has reportedly launched two new monthly recharge plans of Rs. 228 and Rs. 239. They will offer unlimited voice calling and 2GB daily data among other benefits.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Telcos' Body Warns of 'Back-Door Entry' to Big Tech Firms in 5G Business Through Captive Non-Public Network]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2022 11:16:24 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) which represents major telecom operators Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea stated on Thursday that the decision to allocate spectrum directly to enterprises will provide a “back-door entry” for Big Tech firms. The telecom operators’ body said that firms like Amazon, Google, Cisco, Intel, Microsoft, ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Google-Bharti Airtel Deal Gets Approval From CCI for Up to $1 Billion Investment]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/google-bharti-airtel-deal-approval-cci-usd-1-billion-investment-3116930#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2022 02:22:41 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved Google's proposed acquisition of a minority stake in telecom major Bharti Airtel. Earlier in January this year, Google announced its plan to invest up to $1 billion (roughly Rs. 7,510 crore) in Airtel in a move that could help bolster the Indian telecom operator's digital offerings, the companies said.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel Defers Payment of AGR Dues Up to FY19 After DoT's Moratorium Offer]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bharti-airtel-defer-payment-agreements-dues-fy19-four-years-3116886#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2022 01:46:31 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel on Thursday said it has opted to defer the payment of AGR dues up to FY 2018-19, that are not tabulated in the Supreme Court's order, by up to four years. Last week, debt-ridden telecom operator Vodafone Idea (VIL) decided to defer payment of additional AGR dues of Rs. 8,837 crore by a period of four years.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Google, Vodafone Partner to Work Towards Extending Wear OS Smartwatch Battery Life]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/wearables/news/google-vodafone-partner-work-extend-wear-os-smartwatch-battery-life-3116569#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2022 22:55:49 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone is working with Google to extend the battery life of on Wear OS by Google watches. The telecom network will achieve so by reducing the "chatter" between the device and the network.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[India’s 5G Spectrum Auction Could See Muted Bids as Operators Jostle for Airwaves With Private Networks]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-spectrum-auction-july-reliance-jio-bharti-airtel-vodafone-idea-vi-coai-iifl-3114454#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2022 14:22:17 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom giants Reliance Jio, Airtel and Vodafone Idea are expected to make muted bids at the 5G spectrum auction in July. The operators are concerned that they could lose about 40 percent in potential revenues due to the allotment of some airwaves to enterprises for private networks. Jio, Airtel and Vodafone Idea have failed to lobby the government against granting of...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio's Mukesh Ambani Steps Down as Director, Akash Ambani Appointed Chairman of Board]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-mukesh-ambani-step-down-director-akash-chairman-board-3108200#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2022 17:04:46 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Mukesh Ambani has resigned from the board of his group's telecom arm, Reliance Jio and handed over the reins of the company to elder son Akash, a step seen as succession planning by the 65-year old billionaire.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Taiwan's GlobalWafers to Invest $5 Billion in New Silicon Wafer Plant in Texas]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/laptops/news/taiwans-globalwafers-to-invest-5-billion-in-new-silicon-wafer-plant-in-texas-3106864#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2022 11:09:18 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Taiwan's GlobalWafers will spend $5 billion on a new plant in Texas to make silicon wafers used in semiconductors, switching to the United States after a failed European investment.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[ZTE, US Prosecutors Said to Oppose Move to Unseal Case Records Against the Chinese Company]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/zte-china-us-prosecutors-oppose-move-unseal-case-records-telecom-company-3106399#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2022 03:17:04 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reuters and Dow Jones brought a motion to unseal records in the US case against China's ZTE, arguing it to be under the right to access. However, ZTE and the US prosecutors have reportedly opposed the move.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Mobile World Congress (MWC) to Be Held in Barcelona Until 2030, Says GSMA]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/mobile-world-congress-mwc-to-be-held-in-barcelona-until-2030-says-gsma-3104852#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2022 17:30:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Mobile World Congress, the telecom industry's biggest annual gathering, will be held in Barcelona until 2030, extending its current contract by six years, organisers said Monday.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[C-DOT, Galore Networks Partner for Development of 5G RAN Products, Solutions]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/c-dot-galore-networks-partner-development-5g-ran-products-solutions-3098688#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 25 Jun 2022 04:50:08 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) has signed an agreement with Galore Networks for collaborative development of 5G Radio Access Network (RAN) products and solutions. The agreement comes at a time when the Indian market is gearing up for the launch of 5G services.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Dish TV Managing Director Jawahar Goel Steps Down After Shareholders' Meet]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/dish-tv-managing-director-jawahar-goel-steps-down-shareholders-meet-3098252#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2022 22:28:28 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Dish TV recently announced that its Managing Director Jawahar Goel has stepped down from the post after the shareholders of the DTH operator rejected the proposal to reappoint him in the extraordinary general meeting. Goel will "continue as a Non-Executive Director", the regulatory filing said.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio, Airtel, Vodafone Idea to Buy Spectrum Worth Rs. 71,000 Crore in 5G Auction: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-bharti-airtel-vodafone-idea-buy-spectrum-worth-rs-71000-crore-5g-auction-iidl-report-3092251#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2022 05:14:07 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea will reportedly buy spectrum worth Rs. 71,000 crore in the upcoming 5G auction. This will leave a vast majority of the radiowaves going under the hammer unsold, according to research firm IIFL Securities.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[DoT Allows Telcos to Reduce Spectrum Usage Charges on Fresh Radio Waves in 5G Auction]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/dot-telecom-operators-reduced-spectrum-usage-charge-radio-waves-5g-auction-3092237#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2022 04:55:16 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Department of Telecom (DoT) has issued a new order, enabling telecom operators to reduce spectrum usage charges (SUC) on buying fresh radiowaves in the upcoming 5G auction. The SUC rate will become nil for the upcoming auction.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Spectrum Auction: DoT Gives Relief to Telcos by Scrapping Spectrum Usage Charge Floor Rate]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/dot-suc-floor-rate-scrapped-3-percent-september-15-spectrum-auction-3090869#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2022 18:14:59 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[In order to provide relief to telecom service providers the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has scrapped 3 percent floor rate on spectrum usage charges.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[SoftBank Overseas Business Chief Michel Combes Exits in Latest Churn]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/softbank-overseas-business-chief-michel-combes-exits-in-latest-churn-3090689#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2022 17:37:20 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Japan's SoftBank Group Corp said on Wednesday it has appointed Alex Clavel as chief executive of its SoftBank Group International (SBGI) unit, replacing Michel Combes who leaves after just six months in the role.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Subscriptions to Cross 1-Billion Mark in 2022, Amid Higher Adoption in China, North America: Ericsson]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/global-5g-subscriptions-1-billion-ericsson-china-north-america-higher-adoption-3086253#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2022 12:47:53 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Worldwide 5G mobile subscriptions will cross the 1-billion mark in 2022, according to Swedish telecom equipment maker Ericsson. The increased adoption was helped by higher adoption in China and North America, and 5G subscriptions are estimated to reach 4.4 billion in 2027. If 5G reaches the 1-billion mark in 2022, it will have done so two  years sooner than 4G, which ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Telecom Industry, Wi-Fi Providers Should Collaborate for Biz Models, Says TRAI Chief]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2022 05:40:47 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[TRAI chairman P D Vaghela on Monday called upon telecom companies and Wi-Fi providers to work collaboratively on developing innovative business models that would unleash combined power of mobile and Wi-Fi technology to improve digital infrastructure. He said that going forward, the expected arrival of next-generation 'Wi-Fi 6' will further reinforce the need for a rob...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[DoT Launches Scheme for Design-Led Manufacturers, Extends PLI Scheme Duration for 5G Ecosystem]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/dot-launch-scheme-design-led-extends-pli-scheme-duration-5g-ecosystem-3085568#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2022 05:17:47 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Department of Telecom has launched an incentive design-led scheme. It has also and extended the duration of the Rs. 12,195 crore production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme by a year, an official statement said on Monday. The application window for the new scheme will open from June 21 till July 20. The incentives will be given from the Rs. 4,000 crore which is left ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Testbed to Be Set Up in Mhow Under MoU Signed by Military Institute, IIT Madras]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2022 23:57:52 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[A 5G testbed will be set up at a military engineering college in Mhow, Indore, to help the Indian Army use the technology for its operational use, especially along the borders, the defence ministry said on Monday. The facility will be established by the Military College of Telecommunication Engineering (MCTE) in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Technology, M...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea to Consider Raising Funds Worth Rs. 500 Crore at Wednesday Board Meeting]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2022 15:32:15 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea will consider raising funds worth Rs. 500 crore at a board of directors meeting scheduled for Wednesday. The telecom operator is seeking to raise funds through issuance of equity shares or convertible warrants on a preferential basis to one or more entities belonging to the Vodafone Group, which is one of the promoters of Vodafone Idea.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Verizon, AT&T Delays Part of 5G Rollout Near Airports Until Mid-2023 to Ensure Equipment Safety]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/verizon-at-t-delay-part-5g-rollout-us-airports-mid-2023-faa-ensure-equipment-safety-3078118#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 18 Jun 2022 10:54:41 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Verizon, AT&amp;T will delay some 5G rollout near airports, informed US regulators. The move will give time to airlines to ensure that equipment on their planes is safe from interference from the wireless signals. The airline industry has already displayed their disappointment with the deal.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Adds 16.8 Lakh Subscribers in April, Airtel Gains 8.1 Lakhs: TRAI Report]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2022 15:50:51 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India's largest telecom operator Reliance Jio gained 16.8 lakh mobile subscribers in April, cementing its lead in the market, while Bharti Airtel added 8.1 lakh users, according to TRAI data.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Xstream Fiber Launches in Ladakh, Andaman & Nicobar Islands: Details]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2022 18:36:12 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel Xstream Fiber, the telecom company’s Fiber-To-The-Home (FTTH) broadband service, has been launched in Ladakh and Andaman &amp; Nicobar Islands. The company became the first private ISP to roll-out FTTH broadband in these remote geographies.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Issues New Guidelines for CAS, SMS Testing and Certification Process for Broadcasting Sector]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2022 13:15:28 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[TRAI had issues news testing and certification guidelines for conditional access system (CAS) and the subscriber management system (SMS). The authority notified a framework for technical compliance of CAS and SMS for the broadcasting and cable sector in 2017.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Spectrum Services to Rollout in August-September: IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-spectrum-services-rollout-august-september-it-minister-ashwini-vaishnaw-3071580#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2022 10:48:50 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[5G Spectrum Services will begin rollout by August or September, revealed Telecom and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. He also announced an MoU signed between UPI and a France-based payment settlement organization.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Spectrum Auction Likely to Increase Telecom Sector Industry Debt, Warns ICRA]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-spectrum-auction-telecom-sector-industry-increase-debt-icra-3069807#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2022 18:04:06 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[5G auctions in India, set to begin from July 26, could likely increase telecom sector industry debt, warns ICRA. It also expect telecom industry to buy spectrum worth around Rs 1-1.1 lakh crore in the upcoming auctions.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Spectrum to Go on Auction by July-End, Union Cabinet Approves DoT’s Proposal]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-spectrum-auction-july-end-union-cabinet-approval-prime-minister-naarendra-modi-dot-proposal-3068481#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2022 11:51:16 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[5G Spectrum will go on auction in India by the end of July, after Union Cabinet nodded to Department of Telecommunications’ proposal. A total of 72097.85 MHz of spectrum with a validity period of 20 years will be put to auction in various low, medium and high frequency ranges.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[After PhonePe, Paytm Starts Taking Surcharge on Mobile Recharges]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/apps/news/paytm-mobile-recharge-fee-surcharge-update-phonepe-3056512#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jun 2022 19:52:15 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Paytm has followed in the footsteps of PhonePe and started taking a surcharge for mobile recharges.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[DoT Said to Be in Favour of Putting 20-Year Validity for Spectrum in Upcoming Auctions ]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/dot-telecom-department-favour-20-year-validity-spectrum-upcoming-elections-3055561#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jun 2022 15:51:23 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Department of Telecom (DoT) is said to be willing to put a 20-year validity for spectrum in the upcoming auctions, following TRAI-recommended reserve prices to the Cabinet. ]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Ericsson Faces SEC Probe Over 2019 Investigation Report Revealing Iraq Bribery Case]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/ericsson-us-sec-probe-2019-investigation-report-iraq-bribery-case-3055315#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jun 2022 14:32:18 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Ericsson stated that the US SEC has recently opened an investigation concerning the matters described in the company's 2019 Iraq investigation report. The company disclosed in February that it may have made payments to the Islamic State militant group in Iraq. Ericsson said it is fully cooperating with the SEC over the probe.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Becomes First Telecom Operator to Launch 4G Mobile Service Near Pangong Lake in Ladakh Region]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-first-telecom-operator-launch-4g-mobile-services-pangong-lake-ladakh-3045671#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jun 2022 16:13:19 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has expanded its 4G services in Ladakh region to a village close to Pangong lake. The area has been a friction point between India and China in recent years. The telecom operator became the first network to provide 4G mobile connectivity in and around the Pangong area.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[iPhone-Sized Beam-Steering Device to Take Mobile Communications Beyond 5G: Study]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/science/news/scientists-develop-iphone-sized-beam-steering-device-mobile-communications-beyond-5g-3037644#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 04 Jun 2022 16:44:29 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[A team of scientists from the University of Birmingham have developed a beam-steering antenna that enhances data transmission beyond 5G standards. This will give access to a range of frequencies for mobile communications that were earlier out of reach.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Indian Government May Roll Out Indigenously Developed 5G Technology by August 2022: Devusinh Chauhan]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/india-government-roll-out-indigenously-developed-5g-technology-august-2022-3034731#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 03 Jun 2022 12:57:34 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Indian Minister of State for Telecommunications Devusinh Chauhan announced on Wednesday that the government may roll out indigenously developed 5G technology by August this year. Chauhan made the remarks while speaking at the World Summit of Information Society (WSIS) 2022.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[ISRO to Launch Communication Satellite GSAT-24 From French Guiana on June 22]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/science/news/isro-gsat-24-india-communication-satellite-launch-french-guiana-june-22-3028269#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2022 13:30:24 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Indian Space Research Organisation to launch India's communication satellite GSAT-24 by Arianespace from Kourou in French Guiana on June 22. The satellite and its allied equipment were shipped to Kourou, French Guiana on May 18 using C-17 Globemaster aircraft.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Facebook Parent Meta to Use Broadcom Chips for Metaverse Hardware in a Billion-Dollar Deal: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/social-networking/news/facebook-parent-meta-broadcom-chips-metaverse-hardware-billion-dollar-deal-report-jo-morgan-3027819#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2022 10:22:51 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Facebook parent Meta will become Broadcom next billion-dollar ASIC customer as the company plans to use custom chips to build its metaverse hardware, suggested a report. ASIC (application-specific integrated circuit) chips will drive $2 billion to $2.5 billion in revenue for Broadcom this year, helped by its deals with Meta and partnerships with Alphabet and Microsoft...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Greece, Saudi Arabia Said to Partner for Laying Fibre Optic Data Cable to Link Europe With Asia]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/greece-saudi-arabia-partner-laying-fibre-optic-data-cable-linking-europe-asis-3026162#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 31 May 2022 18:15:57 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Greece and Saudi Arabia are said to have agreed on the main terms to lay a fibre optic data cable that will link Europe with Asia. The East to Med data Corridor, an undersea and land data cable, is said to be developed by MENA HUB, owned by Saudi Arabia's STC and Greek telecoms and satellite applications company TTSA.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel, Jio, Vodafone Idea Expected to Hike Tariffs in Second Half of 2022 for Revenue Growth: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-jio-vodafone-idea-private-telecos-hike-tariff-second-half-2022-revenue-growth-fy23-3026004#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 31 May 2022 17:42:03 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel, Jio and Vodafone Idea, India’s top three private telecom operators, will reportedly resort to another round of tariff hike in the second half of the current fiscal. This will let the companies close FY23 with a revenue growth of 20-25 percent, a report said on Tuesday.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel, Jio Said to Get Rs. 3,683 Crore Allocation From Indian Government for 4G Services in Uncovered Villages]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-jio-rs-3683-crore-allocation-indian-government-4g-mobile-services-uncovered-villages-3025073#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 31 May 2022 13:44:47 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Indian government is said to have allocated a project worth Rs 3,683 crore to Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio for providing 4G mobile services in uncovered villages of aspirational districts. Under the project, Bharti Airtel will install 1,083 mobile towers with an expenditure of Rs 847.95 crore in Jharkhand and Maharashtra, while Reliance Jio will roll out 3,696 towers f...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Offering Complimentary 1GB Data for 3 Days to Select Prepaid Users: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-1gb-free-data-smart-plans-rs-99-report-3025063#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 31 May 2022 13:42:46 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel is offering 1GB of complimentary high-speed data in the form of vouchers to a selected section of prepaid users. These vouchers can be claimed via Airtel Thanks app.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Xstream Fiber Broadband Users Get 3 'All-in-One' Plans With Access to OTT Platforms, TV Channels]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-broadband-plans-699-1099-1599-all-in-one-xstream-fiber-tv-channels-ott-apps-3022776#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 30 May 2022 18:11:49 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel on Monday launched three 'All-in-One' Xstream Fiber broadband plans that offer access to the Internet as well as over over 350 TV channels. The plans, starting from Rs. 699, also allows users to get 17 premium over-the-top (OTT) platforms including Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney+ Hotstar.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Indian Government Withdraws Advisory Against Sharing Photocopy of Aadhaar, Claims Biometric ID Is Fully Secure]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/indian-government-aadhaar-national-biometric-id-withdrawn-advisory-sharing-photocopy-fully-secure-3021225#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 30 May 2022 10:23:30 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Ministry of Electronics and IT , under the Indian government, has withdrawn an UIDAI advisory that cautioned public against sharing photocopy of their Aadhaar. The ministry mentioned that it is withdrawing the press release as it can lead to misinterpretation.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[India's Smartphone Industry and the Impact of 5G: A 5-Year Forecast]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/insights/smartphone-market-india-5g-rollout-impact-deloitte-5-year-forecast-predictions-3011043#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 28 May 2022 08:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[In 2021, India had 1.2 billion mobile customers, with around 750 million using smartphones. Here's is how the smartphone market in the country will grow in the coming years.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[JioFi Rs. 249, Rs. 299 Rs. 349 Recharge Plans Announced With One Month Validity: Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jiofi-rs-249-299-349-plan-recharge-postpaid-benefits-one-month-validity-details-portable-hotspot-3015202#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 27 May 2022 17:57:44 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio is offering three new postpaid recharge plans with JioFi 4G wireless hotspot for customers. The recharge plans come with one month validity. Customers can avail JioFi device free of cost under these plans. It will be issued on a use and return basis.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Rs. 2,399 Prepaid Recharge Plan Now Offering 60 Days of Additional Validity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-2399-plan-recharge-prepaid-benefits-60-days-additional-validity-2gb-data-unlimited-calls-sms-3014994#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 27 May 2022 17:07:33 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has extended the validity of its annual prepaid recharge plan by 60 days. Customers who opt for the Rs. 2,399 prepaid recharge plan will get 425 days validity instead of 365 days. The plan grants access to unlimited local and STD voice calling in home, local service area, and national roaming including on MTNL network in Mumbai and ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Broadcom’s VMware Acquisition and Other Deals Under CEO Hock Tan: A Timeline]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 27 May 2022 13:04:45 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Broadcom made its biggest and boldest move to diversify its business on Thursday as the company offered $61 billion (roughly Rs. 4,73,639 crore) offer to buy VMware. This is company’s most ambitious attempt deal since its effort to buy Qualcomm for $103 billion failed in 2018.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Broadcom Says Will Buy VMware in $61 Billion Deal to Diversify Into Enterprise Software]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 26 May 2022 17:24:06 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Broadcom says will buy cloud service provider VMware in a $61 billion cash-and-stock deal to further diversify the chipmaker's business into enterprise software. Broadcom's shares were up 1.6 percent, while those of VMWare were down nearly 1 percent in premarket trading.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL to Migrate 30,00 Wi-Fi Hotspots to PM-WANI Framework by June, Indian Railways to Follow: DoT Official]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-migrate-30000-wi-fi-hotspots-pm-wani-framewek-june-indian-railways-follow-dot-official-3005176#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 24 May 2022 17:44:49 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL will migrate 30,000 wi-fi hotspots to the PM-WANI framework by June, stated a senior telecom department official. Indian Railways will soon follow this and has already created an ambitious blueprint for the migration.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Indian Data Centres Expansion Expected to Add Up to 1.2 Lakh Crore Investment Over Next Five Years: Report]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 24 May 2022 17:38:48 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Indian data centres are expected to get investments up to 1.2 lakh crore by both foreign and local firms over the period of next five years, stated ICRA. The Indian data centres market is witnessing a healthy growth. With increase in revenues and better absorption of fixed costs, operating margins for the data centre companies are likely to improve and remain in the r...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio, Airtel Ready to Buy Pan-India 5G Spectrum, VIL Uncertain: Report]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 24 May 2022 12:21:09 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel are in a position to buy pan-India 5G spectrum but uncertainty remains around Vodafone Idea's bids for the radiowaves, according to a BofA Securities report released on Monday.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Brings New International Roaming Packs With Unlimited Data and Calls Starting at Rs. 599]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-international-roaming-packs-plans-rs-599-5999-validity-benefits-unlimited-data-calls-3002064#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2022 19:20:45 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi (formerly known as Vodafone Idea) has announced new international roaming packs for users. New Vi Unlimited International Roaming packs range from Rs. 599 to Rs. 5,999. These plans offer up to 28 days of validity.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Ericsson, Deutsche Telekom Says to Use Solar, Wind Energy for 5G Mobile Masts in Germany]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/ericsson-deutsche-telekom-harness-wind-power-5g-mobile-masts-energy-costs-soar-germany-3001546#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2022 17:13:38 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Ericsson and Deutsche Telekom say are harnessing the power of the wind and the sun at an energy-hungry 5G mobile site in Germany in an effort to guard against soaring electricity costs.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Broadcom Said to Be in Talks to Acquire VMware]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/broadcom-vmware-acquisition-reports-3000903#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2022 14:42:07 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Broadcom is in talks to acquire cloud service provider VMware Inc, people familiar with the matter told Reuters. Negotiations between Broadcom and VMware are ongoing and a deal is not imminent, the sources said. The deal terms under discussion could not be learned.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Said to Moot Mechanism for KYC-Based Caller Name Display, Consultation to Begin in a Few Months]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-moot-mechanism-kyc-based-caller-name-display-consultation-begin-few-months-2995953#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 21 May 2022 11:36:27 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[TRAI is said to soon start consultation on framing a mechanism for KYC-based caller name display on phone screens when someone calls. For this, TRAI has received a reference from Department of Telecom to begin consultation on the same.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Rs. 151 Prepaid Add-on Pack With 3-Month Disney+ Hotstar Mobile Subscription Launched]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-rs-151-plan-recharge-prepaid-pack-disney-plus-hotstar-add-on-benefit-data-2994422#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 20 May 2022 19:01:51 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi (formerly known as Vodafone Idea) has added an Rs. 151 prepaid add-on pack that brings access to Disney+ Hotstar mobile subscription for three months. The plan includes 8GB of data and has a validity of 30 days.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[China Condemns Huawei, ZTE Ban Move in Canada, Calls Security Risks ‘Groundless Without Any Solid Evidence’]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/china-condems-huawei-zte-ban-move-canada-calls-security-risks-groundless-without-solid-evidence-2993530#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 20 May 2022 15:45:33 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[China lashed out at Canada for banning Chinese telecoms giants Huawei and ZTE from Canadian 5G networks. The concerns for security risks were claimed to be “groundless" by Chinese authorities who claim that this move can seriously damage the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese companies.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[India’s 5G Testbed Successfully Tested in IIT Madras, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Made First 5G Call]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/india-5g-testbed-successfully-tested-iit-madras-union-minister-ashwini-vaishnaw-first-call-2993122#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 20 May 2022 13:50:47 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw successfully tested 5G testbed and made the first 5G call on the trial network set up at IIT Madras. The telecom minister called the telecom gears as the realisation of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G to Contribute $450 Billion in Next 15 Years, Digitise Indian Economy, Boost Startup Ecosystem: Piyush Goyal]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-testbed-digitise-indian-economy-contribute-usd-450-billion-next-15-years-boost-startup-ecosystem-piyush-goyal-2989277#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 19 May 2022 10:37:45 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[5G will contribute $450 billion to the Indian economy in next 15 years, stated Indian Commerce and Industry, Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and Textiles Minister Piyush Goyal. The launch of indigenous 5G testbed will be milestone towards Aatma Nirbhar Bharat (Self-reliant India) in telecom. It will help in digitising the economy, boosting Startup ecosy...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[India Gains 2 Ranks in Speedtest Global Index for Mobile Broadband Speed in April 2022: Ookla]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/india-gains-2-ranks-ookla-speedtest-global-index-mobile-broadband-download-speeds-in-april-2987782#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 18 May 2022 19:35:31 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India has climbed two spots in the global ranking for median mobile speeds in April 2022 according to Ookla Speedtest Global Index. The median fixed broadband speeds in India have marginally plummeted, but at the same time the median mobile Internet download speeds have increased. In overall median fixed broadband speeds, India has come down four ranks globally to 76 ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Now Offering Up to 2GB of Additional Data Benefit With Select Unlimited Prepaid Plans: Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-vodafone-idea-data-delight-2gb-monthly-data-hero-unlimited-prepaid-recharge-plans-2986547#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 18 May 2022 14:39:15 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi has launched the Data Delight offer for Hero Unlimited data recharge plans. This offer gives users access to 2GB of extra data free of cost.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel Registers Two-Fold Jump in Its Consolidated Net Profit for March Quarter]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bharti-airtel-registers-two-fold-jump-consolidated-net-profit-march-quarter-2984101#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 17 May 2022 18:17:15 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel, India's second largest telecom operator, on Tuesday posted over two-fold jump in its consolidated net profit to Rs. 2,008 crore for the March quarter. The net profit stood at Rs. 759 crore in the year-ago period.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[India Is Planning to Roll Out 6G Telecom Network by Decade End, 5G to Launch in Few Months: Prime Minister Modi]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/india-planning-roll-out-6g-telecom-network-5g-launch-few-months-pm-modi-2982902#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 17 May 2022 13:20:38 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India is planning the rollout of 6G telecom network by the end of the decade to provide ultra-high speed Internet connectivity, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday at TRAI’s silver jubilee event. India currently has 3G and 4G telecom networks and companies are gearing up to launch 5G over the next few months.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Prime Minister Narendra Modi Inaugurates India’s First 5G Testbed Today at TRAI’s Silver Jubilee Celebration]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/prime-minister-narendra-modi-first-5g-testbed-launch-in-india-trai-silver-jubilee-celebration-2982828#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 17 May 2022 12:58:41 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated India’s first 5G testbed on Tuesday. The launch will enable startups and industry players to test and validate their products locally and reduce dependence on foreign facilities.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel to Set Up New Technology Centre in Pune, Will Hire 500 Employees by Current Fiscal End]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-set-up-new-technology-centre-pune-hire-500-employees-fiscal-end-2979633#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2022 11:36:41 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel is planning to set-up a new technology centre in Pune to support digital services in the Western region. The telecom giant will be hiring around 500 digital engineering professionals by the end of the current fiscal, a senior company official said. Airtel is rapidly scaling up its in-house digital talent pool to support its transformation into a digital ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Elon Musk's SpaceX Launches 53 Starlink Satellites From California]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/elon-musk-spacex-starlink-53-satellites-launched-internet-constellation-2975298#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 14 May 2022 13:58:13 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[A SpaceX rocket carried 53 satellites for the Starlink internet constellation into orbit after blasting off from California.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Elon Musk's Starlink Now Available to Ship Immediately in 32 Countries]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/elon-musk-starlink-spacex-available-32-countries-india-not-included-2973556#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 13 May 2022 19:12:34 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[SpaceX has announced that Starlink is now ready to be immediately shipped in 32 countries across the world.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel Chairman Sunil Mittal Says Only 2.5 Players Left in India's Telecom Sector]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-sunil-mittal-bharti-chairman-comments-on-industry-2973057#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 13 May 2022 17:16:25 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel Chairman Sunil Mittal have assured that the future of battle-hardened company looks good now, with only ‘two-and-a-half players’ left in the highly competitive domestic telecom sector. At a recent CII event, Mittal noted that the company has been through many ups and downs.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel, Jio Subscriber Additions Helped Increase Telecom User Base to Over 116.69 Crore: TRAI]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-jio-subscription-addition-overall-telecom-user-base-116-69-crore-march-2022-trai-subscription-report-report-2972280#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 13 May 2022 14:17:43 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio’s net subscriber addition has increased the overall telecom user base to over 116.69 crore in March 2022, said TRAI in its monthly report. The new customer additions included both mobile telephones as well as fixed line services segment in March.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Rs. 87 Prepaid Recharge Plan With 1GB Daily Data, Unlimited Voice Calls for 14 Days Launched]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-87-plan-recharge-prepaid-benefits-1gb-data-unlimited-voice-calls-sms-validity-2963242#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 10 May 2022 18:57:04 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL has launched a Rs. 87 prepaid recharge plan with benefits including 1GB high-speed data access and unlimited voice calls for 14 days.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[EU, US, UK Accuse Russia of Cyberattacks Amid Invasion of Ukraine; Blame It for Deployment of Whispergate]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/eu-us-uk-russia-cyberattacks-ukraine-invasion-russian-military-intelligence-whispergate-2963167#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 10 May 2022 18:41:58 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The western allies, including the European Union (EU), the UK and the US, have collectively accused Russia for series of cyberattacks in the light of its invasion of Ukraine, Which has impacted European continent. The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) assesses that the Russian Military Intelligence was “almost certainly” involved in the January 13 defac...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[US Said to Ramp Up Kaspersky Security Probe Amid Fears of Cyberattack During Ongoing Russia-Ukraine War]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/us-security-probe-kaspersky-lab-russia-ukraine-war-cyberattack-2959899#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2022 18:58:14 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[US government is said to have sped up a national security probe into Russia's AO Kaspersky Lab antivirus software amid increased fears of cyberattacks in the light of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The probe is being executed using broad new powers created by the Trump administration that allow the Commerce Department to ban or restrict transactions between US firms ...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[India Begins Anti-Dumping Probe Against Select Optical Fibre Import From China, Indonesia and South Korea]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/india-anti-dumping-probe-import-optical-fibre-china-indonesia-south-korea-2959806#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2022 18:37:21 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India initiated an anti-dumping probe to investigate imports of optical fibre originating in or exported from China, Indonesia and South Korea. The process, being conducted by commerce ministry's investigation arm Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR), is aimed at protecting domestic industry from cheap imports.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[US President Joe Biden Signs Pact With Internet Companies to Reduce Prices for Low-Income Americans]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/joe-biden-pact-internet-companies-reduce-prices-us-president-white-house-2959577#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2022 17:47:44 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Biden administration has announced that 20 internet companies have agreed to provide discounted service to low-income Americans, a program that could effectively make tens of millions of households eligible for free service through an already existing federal subsidy.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Rs. 82 Prepaid Add-On Pack With SonyLIV Premium Subscription for 28 Days Launched]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-82-plan-recharge-prepaid-pack-sonyliv-add-on-benefits-data-launch-2959489#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2022 17:20:22 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi (formerly called Vodafone Idea) on Monday launched the Rs. 82 prepaid add-on recharge pack that brings access to SonyLIV Premium mobile-only subscription.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[DoT Abolishes Network Operation and Control Centre Charges for All Telecom Licence Holders]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/dot-abolish-network-operation-control-centre-charges-telecom-licence-holders-2958256#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
                    <category><![CDATA[telecom]]></category>
                    <pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2022 10:55:18 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[To enhance ease of doing business, the Department of Telecom has reportedly removed network operation and control centre charges for the use of space segments for all services like VSAT, satellite telephony etc for which permits are issued by the department.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Reports 10.9 Million Reduction in Customer Base in Last Quarter, While ARPU Rose]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-4q-fy22-earnings-subscriber-net-reduction-arpu-increase-2953970#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 07 May 2022 12:16:39 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India's largest telecom operator Reliance Jio on Friday posted an about 24 percent jump in standalone net profit at Rs. 4,173 crore for the fourth quarter ended March 2022, amid better realisation per user aided by tariff hike, better subscriber mix and FTTH services ramp-up.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Rs. 399, Rs. 839 Prepaid Recharge Plans With 3-Month Disney+ Hotstar Mobile Subscription Launched]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-prepaid-recharge-plans-rs-399-839-disney-plus-hotstar-mobile-subscription-three-months-2950965#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 06 May 2022 12:46:14 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has launched Rs. 399 and Rs. 839 prepaid recharge plans that also include a three-month subscription to Disney+ Hotstar Mobile.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Germany Wants to Invite Chip Makers for Local Production, Offers EUR 14 Billion as State Aid]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/laptops/news/germany-chip-makers-eur-14-billion-robert-habeck-intel-2950881#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 06 May 2022 12:15:13 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Germany’s Economy Minister Robert Habeck expressed the government’s wish to attract global chip makers to the country in lieu of EUR 14 billion state aid. This is line with EU’s plans to encourage chip manufacturing in the European Union due to a boom in demand.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Dish 5G Wireless Service Launched for Consumers in Las Vegas, Costs $30 a Month]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/dish-network-5g-wireless-service-las-vegas-launch-project-genesis-usd-30-per-month-2948942#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 05 May 2022 18:29:21 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Dish Network is rolling out the 5G wireless services to consumers after months-long delay in an effort to create a nationwide network and decrease dependence on T-Mobile. Dish has also signed a multi-year deal with Samsung to buy equipment for its upcoming 5G network in the United States.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Telecom Groups Dismiss Case Against California Net Neutrality Law]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/telecom-groups-california-net-neutrality-law-case-dismiss-2948009#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 05 May 2022 14:56:43 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The law was signed by former Governor Jerry Brown after regulators during the Trump administration killed federal net neutrality rules designed to prevent AT&amp;T, Comcast, Verizon and other major Internet providers from exploiting their dominance to favour certain services or apps over others.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Rs. 333, Rs. 583, Rs. 783 Prepaid Recharge Plans With 3-Month Disney+ Hotstar Mobile Subscription Launched]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-333-583-783-151-plan-recharge-prepaid-disney-plus-hotstar-mobile-3-months-subscription-benefits-2947370#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 05 May 2022 11:18:29 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio has introduced the Rs. 333, Rs. 583, and Rs. 783 prepaid recharge plans with three months of Disney+ Hotstar Mobile subscription. Jio has also brought a Rs. 151 data add-on that brings Disney+ Hotstar Mobile alongside 8GB of high-speed data access.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Internet Services Suspended in Bhilwara City in Rajasthan After Attack on 2 People]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/internet-services-suspend-rajasthan-bhilwara-attack-2-people-2947345#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 05 May 2022 11:10:05 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Internet services of Bhilwara city in Rajasthan have reportedly been suspended for 24 hours after two persons were attacked by some unidentified people and their bike was set on fire.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Samsung Reportedly Signs Multi-Year Deal With Dish to Provide 5G Network Equipment]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/samsung-dish-5g-network-us-multi-year-deal-2944126#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 04 May 2022 11:15:56 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Samsung has reportedly signed a multi-year deal to sell equipment to Dish for its upcoming 5G network in the US, one of the largest radio deals for the South Korean company since its major Verizon contract in 2020.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[German Finance Watchdog Issues Warning to Financial Sector Against Big Risks of Cyberattacks]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/german-finance-watchdog-bafin-cyberattack-financial-sector-russia-ukraine-war-2942766#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 03 May 2022 19:00:53 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The German regulator company is monitoring the situation closely in cooperation with Germany's National Cyber Defence Centre, assured BaFin president Mark Branson.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Route Mobile to Acquire Teledgers’ Blockchain, DLT Platform for Over Rs. 130 Crore]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/cryptocurrency/news/route-mobile-acquisition-teledgers-blockchain-dlt-platform-rs-130-crore-2942628#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 03 May 2022 18:18:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Route Mobile will be able to offer DLT (distributed ledger technology) and encrypted messaging solutions to mobile network operators besides its existing firewall analytics and grey route monetisation solutions.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Fake SIM Cards Reportedly Used in Sextortion Cases, Bihar Police Orders Crackdown]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/fake-sim-sextortion-police-crackdown-bihar-india-2942006#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 03 May 2022 15:03:25 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Bihar Police is said to have ordered a crackdown on SIM cards procured through fake documents amidst a spurt in online sexual blackmailing cases. The police have asked telecom companies to book customers with SIM cards issued on fake documents.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[How to Make UPI Payments Without an Internet Connection: A Step-by-Step Guide]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/how-to/features/upi-payments-offline-google-pay-paytm-phonepe-bhim-send-receive-balance-tutorial-mobile-data-guide-2885794#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sun, 01 May 2022 07:33:39 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[If you are in any area where there is a poor network connection or slow internet speed and you want to make a UPI payment, you can simply dial *99# on your phone and transfer money using UPI without any internet connection.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[India to Offer More Incentives to Lure Companies in Semiconductors Push: IT Minister]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/india-semiconductor-push-incentives-it-minister-ashwini-vaishnaw-2935084#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 30 Apr 2022 19:51:33 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India on Friday said it will expand its incentives for those investing in semiconductor manufacturing, as its government woos global companies in a bid to become a key player in the global supply chain for chips.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Rs. 98, Rs. 195 Rs. 319 Prepaid Recharge Plans Announced With Validity Up to 31 Days]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-rs-98-195-319-plan-recharge-prepaid-benefits-31-days-validity-unlimited-calls-100-sms-data-2934855#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 30 Apr 2022 18:17:34 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi has added three new recharge plans for prepaid customers. The new Rs. 98 Vi prepaid recharge plan comes with 15-day validity and the Rs. 195 and Rs. 319 plans are valid for 31 days. They also offer unlimited voice calls and 100 SMS messages per day.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[DoT Exempts Handsets, Smartwatches From Mandatory Testing Regime; Addresses Regulatory Overlap]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/dot-exempts-handsets-smartwatches-from-mandatory-testing-regime-addresses-regulatory-overlap-2934806#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 30 Apr 2022 17:55:37 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The telecom department has exempted certain products including mobile user equipment, mobile handsets, and smartwatch from the ambit of its mandatory testing `MTCTE regime', removing a regulatory overlap that existed, an official release said on Saturday.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Punjab Suspends Mobile Internet Services in Patiala]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/patiala-clashes-mobile-internet-services-suspended-punjab-2934005#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 30 Apr 2022 12:05:59 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Punjab government on Saturday suspended mobile Internet and SMS services, except voice calls, in Patiala district a day after clashes between two groups over an anti-Khalistan march left four people injured.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Tata Play Dhamaka Offer Unveiled for Tata Play Binge+ and Tata Play HD Connections: Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/tata-play-dhamaka-plan-recharge-rs-6000-4000-binge-plus-sd-hd-set-top-box-benefits-2932422#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 29 Apr 2022 18:57:48 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Tata Play has reintroduced the Dhamaka offer for customers. With the latest offer, viewers can avail of Tata Play Binge+ Set-Top Box for free by making a lump-sum recharge of Rs. 6,000. With a one-time recharge of Rs 4,000, customers can get Tata Play HD set-top box.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Rs. 999 Prepaid Plan With Amazon Prime Subscription Launched]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-999-plan-recharge-prepaid-benefits-84-days-validity-amazon-prime-subscription-2932295#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 29 Apr 2022 18:23:30 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has launched a new Rs. 999 prepaid plan that offers Amazon Prime subscription for 84 days, access to one Xstream channel, 2.5GB data per day, unlimited talktime, and 100 SMS per day.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Prime Minister Modi Hails India as an Investment Destination for Semiconductors Tech]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/pm-narendra-modi-comments-india-semiconductor-consumption-semicon-indiaconference-2022-usd-80-million-2026-2931386#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 29 Apr 2022 14:27:54 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Prime Minister Modi credited steps like connecting villages with broadband, investment in developing capabilities in 5G, IoT, and clean energy technologies are paving the way to lead India towards the next technology revolution.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel Partners with Apollo Hospitals, Cisco on 5G Connected Ambulance]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-5g-use-case-apollo-hospital-cisco-ambulance-healthcare-2931178#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 29 Apr 2022 13:10:26 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom operator Bharti Airtel has partnered with Apollo Hospitals and Cisco to create a 5G connected ambulance that transforms access to healthcare and saves lives in emergency situations.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Spectrum Auction to Be Held in Early June, Says Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-spectrum-auction-early-june-government-india-telecom-minister-ashwini-vaishnaw-2928846#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 28 Apr 2022 17:34:23 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the government is likely to hold 5G spectrum auction in early June. The minister also said that the Department of Telecom is working as per expected timeline and the process is on to resolve industry concerns around spectrum pricing.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Fiber Postpaid Monthly Plans With 'Zero Entry Cost', Video Streaming Launched]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-fiber-postpaid-monthly-entertainment-plans-399-699-999-1499-2499-399-free-installation-ott-apps-2909996#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 22 Apr 2022 13:21:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio Fiber has launched six new monthly postpaid plans called "entertainment plans" that are claimed to offer 'zero entry cost' and unlimited Internet access. The plans also have access to over-the-top (OTT) apps at an additional Rs. 100 or Rs. 200 charge.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[ISRO's Commercial Arm Partners With OneWeb for Internet Satellite Launch Programme]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/science/news/isro-oneweb-partnership-internet-satellite-launch-new-space-india-launch-2906666#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 21 Apr 2022 14:17:23 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Indian Space Research Organisation's (ISRO) commercial arm, NewSpace India Limited, has made an agreement with Bharti group-backed OneWeb for satellite launch programme.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Tops Airtel, Becomes Second Largest Fixed-Line Service Provider in India: TRAI]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-bharti-aitel-second-largest-fixed-line-service-provider-february-2022-trai-2904199#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 2022 17:40:45 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has surpassed Bharti Airtel to become the second largest fixed-line service provider in February 2022. The sector is still led by BSNL.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Postpaid Plans Revise Amazon Prime Membership to Six Months]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-postpaid-plans-amazon-prime-membership-revision-update-six-months-2901158#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 19 Apr 2022 18:44:09 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel postpaid plans starting from Rs. 499 are now available with six months of Amazon Prime membership — down from the previous one-year Prime subscription.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Ericsson Says New US Fines Likely Over Iraq Corruption]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/ericsson-fines-us-department-of-justice-suspected-bribes-islamic-state-iraq-2888464#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 14 Apr 2022 17:41:16 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Ericsson has said that it may have to pay new fines to US Department of Justice over suspected bribes to the Islamic State group in Iraq.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Tata Play Binge Starter Pack Launched to Offer OTT Content Access at an Affordable Price]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/apps/news/tata-play-binge-starter-pack-launch-price-rs-49-validity-30-days-zee5-hungama-ott-access-benefits-2887498#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 14 Apr 2022 13:12:00 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Tata Play (formerly known as Tata Sky) has expanded its Binge packs by introducing the Binge Starter pack that offers access to four over-the-top (OTT) platforms on mobile devices at an affordable price.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Ukraine Crisis: Nokia Is Pulling Out of the Russian Market]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/nokia-russia-business-pullout-ukraine-war-2881159#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2022 14:20:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Swedish telecom equipment maker Nokia has announced that it is pulling out all its businesses from the Russian market. The pull-out will affect about 2,000 workers, some of whom will be offered work in other regions of the world.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Recommends 36 Percent Cut in Reserve Price for 5G Spectrum Frequencies in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-india-trai-spectrum-frequencies-telecom-regulator-36-percent-cut-reserve-price-2881050#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2022 13:52:03 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has recommended a 36 percent cut in the base price for the auction of the prime 5G spectrum frequencies. The government wants to start the rollout of 5G in India by March 2023.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Black Rs. 1,099 Plan With Fibre Broadband, Landline, DTH Benefits Launched]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-black-1099-plan-1098-1349-postpaid-benefits-fibre-broadband-landline-dth-2878511#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 11 Apr 2022 18:06:03 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel Black has added the Rs. 1,099 plan for broadband, landline, and DTH customers. It does include benefits for postpaid connections.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Android 13 May Allow 2 Carrier Connections on a Single eSIM: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/android-13-may-allow-2-carrier-connections-on-a-single-esim-report-2862066#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 04 Apr 2022 18:05:35 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Google is said to be working on an Android 13 feature that would be a game-changer for those using two SIM cards on a single phone. As per the report, even though the feature will debut with Android 13, it's not intrinsic to Android and can be implemented on iOS and even Windows.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[EU Extends Ban on Mobile Roaming Fees for Another 10 Years]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/eu-extends-ban-on-mobile-roaming-fees-for-another-10-years-2861936#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 04 Apr 2022 17:20:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The European Union on Monday extended for another 10 years its ban on mobile phone roaming surcharges for people using their European handsets while travelling in the 27-nation bloc.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Spectrum Auction to Be Held on Schedule, Says Minister of Communications Vaishnaw]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 04 Apr 2022 15:04:53 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The auction of 5G spectrum will be held on schedule and within the stipulated timeline, Minister of Communications Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Monday. He was speaking to reporters on the sidelines of an event -- 2nd national conference on cybercrime investigation and digital forensics.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Raises Stake in Vodafone Idea to 47.61 Percent]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 04 Apr 2022 14:36:39 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone has raised its stake in debt-ridden Vodafone Idea Limited to 47.61 percent through its subsidiary Prime Metals, a regulatory filing said on Monday. Vodafone Idea in March had announced a Rs. 14,500-crore fundraising plan, where promoters would inject Rs. 4,500 crore.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Rs. 107, Rs. 111 Validity Vouchers With 200MB Data Announced]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 04 Apr 2022 10:53:44 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi (Vodafone Idea) has introduced Rs. 107 and Rs. 111 prepaid validity recharge plans. Both offer voice calls at 1p/sec, and 200MB data. While the Rs. 111 recharge plan offers 31-day validity, the Rs. 107 plan is valid for 30 days.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Rs. 327, Rs. 337 Prepaid Recharge Plans With Vi Movies and TV Subscription Announced]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 02 Apr 2022 17:28:09 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi has added new recharge plans for prepaid customers. The new Rs. 327 Vi prepaid recharge plan comes with 30-day validity and Rs. 377  plan is valid for one month. They also offer unlimited voice calls and 100 SMS messages per day.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Rs. 296, Rs. 319 Prepaid Plans Launched, Complying With TRAI's Order]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2022 18:13:19 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has introduced the Rs. 296 and Rs. 319 prepaid recharge plans. The Rs. 296 Airtel prepaid recharge plan offers 30 days validity, while the Rs. 319 recharge plan is valid for one month.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel, Tech Mahindra Team Up for Digital Solutions Across 5G, Private Networks, Cloud]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 31 Mar 2022 14:14:56 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel and Tech Mahindra announced a strategic partnership to jointly develop and market enterprise-grade digital solutions across 5G, private networks, and cloud.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Only Authorised Law Enforcement Agencies Can Tap Telephones, Says Government]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 30 Mar 2022 12:28:41 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[In a reply to a question posted by a parliamentarian in Lok Sabha, the government on Tuesday said only authorised law enforcement agencies in the country are empowered to tap telephones or intercept and monitor any electronically transmitted information.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Huawei Reports Record Profit as CFO Meng Wanzhou Makes Public Return]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2022 16:22:25 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Huawei has reported record profit for 2021 defying US sanctions as the company’s CFO Meng Wanzhou made her first public appearance since returning to China from Canadian custody.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Rs. 499, Rs. 1,066 Prepaid Recharge Plans With Disney+ Hotstar Mobile Subscription Announced]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2022 14:00:56 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi (Vodafone Idea) has introduced new prepaid recharge plans priced at Rs. 499 and Rs. 1,066 that offer access to Disney+ Hotstar, in time for IPL 2022. The telecom operator already offers three prepaid plans that come with a one- year Disney+ Hotstar Mobile subscription. The new plans offer 2GB of data per day and come with unlimited calling and other benefits, accor...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Rs. 259 'Calendar Month Validity' Prepaid Plan With Unlimited Data, Calls Launched]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2022 13:39:51 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio on Monday introduced the Rs. 259 'calendar month validity' prepaid plan that brings unlimited data and calling benefits for a period of one calendar month.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Rs. 555, Rs. 2,999 Prepaid Recharge Plans With Disney+ Hotstar Mobile Subscription Announced]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 26 Mar 2022 15:00:18 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has introduced a new Rs. 555 Jio Cricket Data Add On Pack prepaid recharge plan with one-year subscription to Disney+ Hotstar Mobile. The company has also added Disney+ Hotstar Mobile subscription worth Rs. 499 for one year to its existing Rs. 2,999 prepaid annual recharge plan.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Russia's Kaspersky, China Telecom Firms Added by US FCC to National Security Threat List]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/russia-ukraine-kaspersky-china-telecom-us-fcc-national-security-threat-list-2844298#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 26 Mar 2022 12:06:22 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The US FCC added Russia's Kaspersky, China Telecom (Americas) and China Mobile International USA to its list of communications equipment and service providers deemed threats to US national security.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL 4G Services to Be Rolled Out Soon, 5G Services by Other Telcos to Be Live by Year-End: Minister]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-4g-5g-rollout-india-network-service-devusinh-chauhan-rajya-sabha-2842763#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 25 Mar 2022 15:41:17 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) will soon have 4G services, Minister of State for Communications Devusinh Chauhan said during the Question Hour on Friday.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel 5G to Roll Out Soon After Spectrum Auction Concludes, Plans Could Be Similar to 4G Tariffs: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-5g-rollout-india-network-services-spectrum-auction-tariffs-plans-randeep-sekhon-2842373#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 25 Mar 2022 12:51:40 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel 5G rollout will take place soon after the government concludes its spectrum auction, CTO Randeep Sekhon said in an interview on the sidelines of the operator’s physical event. He also noted that 5G tariffs are expected to be similar to 4G plans.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi MiFi Portable 4G Wireless Router for Postpaid Users With 5 Hours Battery Backup Launched in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-mifi-4g-wireless-router-price-rs-2000-launch-sale-date-march-24-specifications-features-2841161#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 24 Mar 2022 19:07:08 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea has announced the launch of the Vi MiFi wireless router for postpaid customers. The wireless router is capable of delivering over 150Mbps internet speeds, and users can connect up to 10 devices simultaneously. The Vi MiFi is claimed to offer 5 hours of use on a single charge, according to the telecom operator.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Xstream Box Price Dropped by Rs. 499; Disney+ Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video Available for Free]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-xstream-box-price-rs-2000-bundled-ott-services-disney-plus-hotstar-amazon-prime-video-2840458#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 24 Mar 2022 14:48:08 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel Xstream Box price has been reduced by Rs. 499 to Rs. 2,000. Airtel is also separately bundling free access to OTT services including Disney+ Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video, and Eros Now.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[How to Enable Netflix Access Bundled With Your Airtel Postpaid Connection]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/how-to/features/airtel-postpaid-plan-netflix-access-how-to-enable-benefit-thanks-app-2839004#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2022 18:52:45 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Netflix has announced that customers can access its services as part of two Airtel Postpaid Family plans, offering access to its Basic and Standard plans on select postpaid plans. Here’s how to gain access to Netflix as part of your Airtel Postpaid Family plan.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio-Subsidiary Asteria Aerospace Launches Drone Software Platform SkyDeck]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2022 15:51:55 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio-subsidiary Asteria Aerospace, a drone manufacturer and solution provider in India, has launched its drone operations platform SkyDeck.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Blocks Nearly 8,000 SIM Cards After Madhya Pradesh Police Issue Notice]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 22 Mar 2022 18:22:13 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Madhya Pradesh cyber police have directed various telecom companies to block SIM cards issued on fake identity proofs, following which a leading firm has blocked nearly 8,000 SIM cards, a senior official said on Tuesday.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Smartphones Sales Surpassed 4G Models for the First Time Globally in January: Counterpoint Research]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/global-5g-smartphone-penetration-sale-4g-january-2022-growth-china-apple-counterpoint-report-2828935#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 17 Mar 2022 19:40:48 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Global 5G smartphones sales are growing, shows the latest Counterpoint report. In January, the worldwide 5G smartphones sales reached 51 percent, surpassing that of 4G sets. China, North America and Western Europe emerged as the major drivers for the growth.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Rs. 797 Prepaid Recharge Plan With Up to 395 Days Validity, 2GB Daily Data Launched]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-797-plan-recharge-prepaid-365-days-validity-2gb-high-speed-data-unlimited-calls-benefits-2826733#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 16 Mar 2022 18:56:56 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) on Wednesday launched the Rs. 797 prepaid recharge plan with 365 days validity. It, however, comes with an introductory offer that increases the validity to up to 395 days. The BSNL prepaid recharge plan comes with benefits including unlimited voice calls, 2GB high-speed data, and 100 SMS messages on a daily basis.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Data Usage in India Grew by Over 50 Percent in the Last 5 Years, 5G Arrival to Continue Trajectory: Nokia]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/data-usage-4g-5g-india-consumption-smartphone-user-base-nokia-mbit-report-2824464#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 15 Mar 2022 18:33:11 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India’s data usage has grown at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 53 percent over the last five years between 2017–2021, Nokia said in its annual Mobile Broadband Index (MBiT) report on Tuesday.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea Enters Mobile Gaming Market With Vi Games Service]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-games-vodafone-idea-gaming-prepaid-postpaid-users-price-nazara-technologies-2821680#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 14 Mar 2022 14:33:49 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea on Monday launched its gaming service called Vi Games to offer more than 1,200 Android and HTML 5 based mobile games across 10 genres through the Vi app. The operator has partnered with mobile gaming company Nazara Technologies for the new move.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Nokia Said to Replace Huawei Gear in Vodafone Idea's India Network]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-network-nokia-equipment-huawei-india-ban-2817155#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 11 Mar 2022 15:37:32 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Nokia is said to be in talks to replace Huawei 4G radio equipment from parts of Vodafone Idea's telecom network in India. This could be one of the largest swap deals for the Finnish company.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Launches Credit Card in Partnership With Axis Bank]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 08 Mar 2022 09:58:10 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel and Axis Bank announced a collaboration for offering financial services, starting with a co-branded credit card for subscribers of the telecom services company.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Rs. 329 Bharat Fiber Entry Broadband Plan With Up to 20Mbps Speeds, 1000GB Data Launched]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-bharat-fiber-rs-329-broadband-internet-monthly-plan-price-launch-20mbps-speed-1000gb-data-2808498#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2022 17:14:14 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL has launched a new Bharat Fiber Entry broadband plan that is priced at Rs. 329, as the cheapest fibre Internet plan from the state-run telecom service. Customers get 20Mbps data up to 1000GB, according to BSNL. The plan is currently available in select regions.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[How to Apply for Jio Broadband (Jio Fiber) Online]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Sun, 06 Mar 2022 08:30:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Here, we are listing the steps that you can follow to apply for Jio broadband online.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Apple, Google, and Meta to TikTok and Microsoft — Tech Giants Cutting Ties With Russia]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/features/apple-google-meta-tiktok-netflix-microsoft-tech-companies-russia-ukraine-war-crisis-cutting-ties-belarus-2803195#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 04 Mar 2022 14:21:21 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Tech giants including Apple, Google, Meta, and Microsoft have restricted or withdrawn their products and services in Russia and Belarus over the past week. AMD, Dell, and Intel are also amongst the leading technology companies that are limiting operations in the Russian Federation.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Approves Up to Rs. 14,500-Crore Fundraising, Promoters to Inject Rs. 4,500 Crore]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 04 Mar 2022 14:12:43 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi (Vodafone Idea) said its board has approved raising up to Rs. 14,500 crore, including Rs. 4,500 crore from promoter entities — Vodafone and Aditya Birla Group.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G: Is It Truly Green, or Will It Burn Up More Resources?]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 04 Mar 2022 13:55:08 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The tech industry has long tried to align with the green movement, though its leaders are often accused of spouting nebulous slogans and making hard-to-test pledges.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Ericsson’s Disclosures on Iraq Graft Found ‘Insufficient’ by US Authorities]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 03 Mar 2022 17:15:28 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Ericsson said that US authorities have found its disclosures about an internal inquiry into its conduct in Iraq, including suspected bribes to the Islamic State group, "insufficient".]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Huawei Said to Be Accused of Tax Evasion in India]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 03 Mar 2022 16:00:24 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[An Indian tax investigation on China's Huawei has found that the telecom equipment maker manipulated account books to reduce its taxable income in the country, an Indian government source said.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Chinese State-Owned Firms Push 5G Credentials Despite US Ban]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/china-mobile-telecom-unicom-telecom-5g-credential-push-us-trade-ban-2798463#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2022 12:46:39 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[On a stage reserved for the biggest players in the global telecoms industry, three Chinese firms took their place alongside three Western companies — and pushed the message that they wanted to "work together".]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[AT&T, Vodafone, Other Telcos Allow Free Calls to Ukraine; Roaming Charges Waived]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/ukraine-russia-war-invasion-vodafone-at-and-t-deutsche-telekom-free-call-roaming-charge-free-sim-refugee-camp-wi-fi-2796419#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2022 13:24:28 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[From AT&amp;T to Vodafone, more than a dozen telecoms providers on both sides of the Atlantic are either providing free international calls to Ukraine or are scrapping roaming charges with the country.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Elon Musk Says Starlink Service Activated in Ukraine as Russian Invasion Disrupts Internet Connectivity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/ukraine-internet-starlink-connectivity-active-elon-musk-spacex-russia-invasion-2792544#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sun, 27 Feb 2022 13:54:24 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Elon Musk said on Saturday that SpaceX' Starlink satellite broadband service is available in Ukraine and SpaceX is sending more terminals to the country whose Internet has been disrupted due to the Russian invasion.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel to Acquire Vodafone’s 4.7 Percent Indus Towers Stake if Funds Are Used for Vi]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-vodafone-idea-vi-indus-towers-stake-buy-purchase-funds-condition-2789424#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 25 Feb 2022 17:54:34 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel said it has signed an agreement to buy Vodafone's 4.7 percent stake in Indus Towers on the condition that the proceeds will be used for investment in Vi and clearing dues of the mobile tower company.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[India Recorded 1 Billion Active Mobile Subscribers in December, Airtel Saw Most Active Users: TRAI]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-jio-vi-bsnl-mobile-subscribers-india-1-billion-trai-report-december-2021-2788990#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 25 Feb 2022 14:57:15 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India recorded a billion active mobile subscriptions in December 2021, with Airtel recording the highest proportion of active mobile subscribers in the country, according to a report by TRAI. Meanwhile, a total of 8.54 million subscribers submitted requests for mobile number portability in December.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Acquires Strategic Stake in Blockchain Technology Startup Aqilliz]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-blockchain-aqilliz-cryptocurrency-strategic-stake-2788714#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 25 Feb 2022 12:36:59 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel announced that it has acquired a strategic stake in Aqilliz, a “Blockchain as a Service Company”.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Rs. 1,499, Rs. 4,199 Prepaid Recharge Plans With Disney+ Hotstar Premium Subscription Launched]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-1499-4199-plan-prepaid-recharge-disney-plus-hotstar-premium-subscription-data-benefits-validity-airtel-vi-2784747#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 23 Feb 2022 17:01:11 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio has launched Rs. 1,499 and Rs. 4,199 prepaid recharge plans with Disney+ Hotstar Premium subscription worth Rs. 1,499 to let users access over-the-top (OTT) content in 4K on up to four devices simultaneously.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio's Multi-Terabit India-Asia-Xpress Undersea Cable System to Land in Maldives]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-iax-undersea-cable-india-asia-xpress-maldives-hulhumale-internet-broadband-reliance-2780039#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 21 Feb 2022 12:57:15 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio will land the multi-terabit India-Asia-Xpress (IAX) undersea cable system in Hulhumale, Maldives, according to a statement.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[How to Get BSNL Fancy Number aka VIP Number aka Premium Number Online]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/how-to/features/bsnl-fancy-number-vanity-vip-premium-steps-e-auction-guide-tutorial-2776105#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sun, 20 Feb 2022 10:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[In this article, we are providing details on how you can get a BSNL fancy number online. BSNL calls these numbers as vanity numbers that are available on the basis of e-auctions.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[EU Launches WTO Dispute Against China Over Telecom Patents]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/eu-companies-telecom-patents-wto-dispute-china-courts-2777137#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 19 Feb 2022 12:36:55 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[European Union has accused Chinese courts of preventing European companies from protecting their telecom technology patents with a legal challenge against China at the World Trade Organization.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio, Airtel Set to Gain as Metaverse Will Increase Data Usage 20 Times in 10 Years: Credit Suisse]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-airtel-metaverse-data-usage-increase-20-times-by-2023-credit-suisse-report-2775349#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 18 Feb 2022 13:48:55 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio and Airtel are well-positioned to gain from metaverse adoption that is expected to push data consumption 20 times in the next 10 years, a Credit Suisse report has said.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Lost Most Wireless Subscribers in December 2021 as Airtel, BSNL Gained: TRAI]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-reliance-vi-vodafone-idea-lose-subscribers-airtel-bsnl-gain-december-2021-trai-report-2773651#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2022 15:34:46 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio registered a loss of over 12.9 million wireless subscribers in December 2021, though it still had the maximum market share at 36 percent, according to a report by TRAI. Bharti Airtel registered 30.81 percent market share after gaining over 450,000 subscribers, and Vi was at 23 percent after losing about 1.6 million users.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[ViacomCBS Changes Name to Paramount to Boost Streaming Future]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/entertainment/news/paramount-viacomcbs-streaming-plans-new-programming-2771490#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 16 Feb 2022 14:21:23 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[ViacomCBS missed Wall Street profit forecasts on Tuesday as the company announced it will change its name to Paramount and unveiled a broad range of new programming in the battle for viewers in the crowded streaming market.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[InMobi's Roposo in Discussions for Social Commerce Venture With Reliance Retail]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/social-networking/news/reliance-retail-inmobi-roposo-social-commerce-business-deal-glance-investment-naveen-tewari-2771434#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 16 Feb 2022 13:53:29 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Digital technology firm InMobi's social media arm Roposo is in discussions with Reliance Retail for a social commerce related business deal which is expected to be rolled out in the next two quarters, a top official said on Tuesday.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Platforms Invests $200 Million in InMobi's Lock Screen Content Company Glance]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/apps/news/jio-glance-usd-200-million-investment-inmobi-lock-screen-app-content-2768042#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 14 Feb 2022 19:06:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Industries is investing $200 million in Glance, a lock screen content company backed by Alphabet and owned by ad-tech firm InMobi, to bring the service to new Jio smartphones this year, the companies said on Monday.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Spectrum Auction Expected to Take Place in India in May: TRAI Official]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-auction-india-spectrum-may-2022-date-trai-recommendations-march-submit-ashwini-vaishnaw-2767066#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 14 Feb 2022 11:53:49 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The long-awaited 5G spectrum auction is expected to be held in May this year if the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) submits by March its recommendations on the rules regarding the sale process, according to a senior official of the telecom department.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio to Provide Satellite-Based Broadband Services in India in Partnership With SES]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-ses-broadband-internet-satellite-service-partnership-india-akash-ambani-2766902#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 14 Feb 2022 10:01:47 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio announced a joint venture with Luxembourg-based SES to provide satellite-based broadband services in India, a joint statement said.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[#AirtelDown: Airtel Faces Brief Outage Due to ‘Technical Glitch’, Users Complain on Social Media]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-down-outage-restore-fix-service-back-users-complain-twitter-tweet-2762206#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 11 Feb 2022 11:50:33 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel users across India faced a brief outage on Friday. The telecom operator confirmed to Gadgets 360 that the issue was due to a technical glitch.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Xstream Premium OTT Streaming Service Launched in India; Aggregates 15 Indian, Global OTT Platforms]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 10 Feb 2022 14:58:23 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel Xstream Premium over-the-top (OTT) streaming service has been launched in India. It is claimed to aggregate content from 15 Indian and global OTT services. It is priced at Rs. 149 per month and its annual subscription costs Rs. 1,499. Airtel aims to opt for a single app, single subscription, and single sign-in model for its Xstream Premium OTT service.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Says Tariff Hike Expected in 2022, Won't Hesitate in Taking Lead]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-tariff-hike-rate-price-increase-2022-gopal-vittal-taking-lead-vodafone-idea-vi-reliance-jio-2759839#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 10 Feb 2022 10:19:57 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel may take lead in hiking mobile call and services rates this year as it looks to increase average revenue per user to Rs. 200, a top official of the company said.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Reports Decline in Q3 Net Profit by 2.8 Percent]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-q3-earnings-decline-net-profit-830-crore-arpu-163-2756456#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 08 Feb 2022 17:50:41 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel said its consolidated net profit declined by 2.8 percent to Rs. 830 crore in the third quarter of the current financial year as compared with Rs. 854 crore recorded in the corresponding period of the previous year.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Motorola Trade Secrets Stolen By Chinese Telecom Firm Hytera, US Indictment Accuses]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 08 Feb 2022 13:53:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[A federal indictment accuses Hytera, a Chinese telecommunications company, of stealing technology from Motorola, in another case highlighting longstanding fears about China pilfering vital US business secrets to bolster its own economy.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Introduces Rs. 197 Prepaid Recharge Plan With 100-Day Validity, 2GB High-Speed Data]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-rs-197-prepaid-recharge-plan-2gb-daily-data-150-day-validity-unlimited-calls-free-sms-2754255#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 07 Feb 2022 17:39:20 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL has announced a new prepaid recharge plan priced at Rs. 197. The new plan offers a validity of up to 100 days. The new plan comes with 2GB of daily high-speed data and unlimited calls. However, the high-speed data and unlimited calls last for only 18 days after recharge. BSNL's new plan also offers free SMS messages.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[JioBook With ARM-Based Windows 10 Receives Hardware Approval: Report]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 07 Feb 2022 10:51:55 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio has been working on the JioBook, an ARM laptop with Windows 10. It was recently mentioned in a hardware certification document as well.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel to Spend Rs. 1,17,000 Crore on Businesses With Subsidiaries Over a 5-Year Period]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 07 Feb 2022 10:07:51 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel has plans to spend about Rs. 1,17,000 crore through business transactions with its subsidiaries like Indus Towers, Nxtra, and Bharti Hexacom, according to a regulatory filing.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Three Telcos Interested in Converting Pending Dues into Equity: Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 04 Feb 2022 17:47:53 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The government is considering proposals it has received from three telecom operators so far that are keen on converting their adjusted gross revenue (AGM) dues into equity, Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw told Rajya Sabha.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Xstream Premium Pack With Access to Multiple OTT Platforms Revised, Now Starts at Rs. 149 per Month]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/entertainment/news/airtel-xstream-premium-pack-price-rs-149-1499-monthly-annual-revision-update-ott-content-2747048#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 03 Feb 2022 16:55:37 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel Xstream Premium pack that brings access to content from different over-the-top (OTT) platforms including Eros Now, SonyLIV, and Epic On, among others has been revised and is now starting at Rs. 149 a month or Rs. 1,499 a year.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Pledges Better Returns by Tackling Weaker Parts of Business as Quarterly Revenue Rises 2.7 Percent]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-q3-quarterly-earning-mobile-broadband-customers-ceo-nick-read-2744976#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 02 Feb 2022 17:28:33 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone said it was working to improve shareholder returns by tackling weaker parts of its business, as it reported a rise in quarterly revenue.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Interference Issues Could Linger for Years, US Airline Group Warns]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-interference-airport-verizon-at-t-linger-for-years-airlines-for-america-2744177#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 02 Feb 2022 12:05:55 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[It will likely take "years" to permanently address airplane interference issues caused by the deployment of 5G wireless in the C-band, a group representing major US passenger and cargo carriers will tell US lawmakers.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Spectrum Auctions in 2022: Stakeholders Positive on Next-Gen Network Rollout in India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-spectrum-auction-rollout-india-budget-2022-reactions-xiaomi-nokia-ericsson-2743412#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 01 Feb 2022 21:23:46 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the plans for rolling out 5G networks in India while presenting the Union Budget 2022 on Tuesday. The move has been seen positive by smartphone makers including Xiaomi and Nokia brand licensee HMD Global. However, telecom industry body Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) expressed some disappointments over delay...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL to Get Rs. 44,720 Crore From the Government in 2022-23]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-budget-2022-union-invest-government-rs-44720-crore-vrs-voluntary-retirement-scheme-2742625#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 01 Feb 2022 17:02:21 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The government will infuse Rs 44,720 crore into loss-making state-owned telecom firm BSNL in the next financial year, according to Budget documents.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Union Budget 2022: Spectrum Auctions to Be Conducted This Year to Facilitate Rollout of 5G Services]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/budget-2022-union-5g-rollout-finance-minister-announcements-2741590#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 01 Feb 2022 11:58:07 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Indian government will conduct a spectrum auction this year, which will facilitate the rollout of 5G services by private telecom operators during the financial year 2022-23, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[JioPhone 5G Price in India, Specifications Tipped, May Debut With Snapdragon 480 SoC]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/jiophone-5g-price-in-india-rs-9000-12000-specifications-india-launch-reliance-jio-agm-leak-2741325#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 01 Feb 2022 10:47:20 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[JioPhone 5G price in India and specifications have been tipped online — ahead of an official announcement. The new JioPhone model is said to have an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 SoC and dual rear cameras. It is also reported to have a custom Android version and come in multiple variants.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[T-Mobile Said to Terminate Employees Not Vaccinated Against COVID-19 by April]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/t-mobile-employees-fire-covid-19-vaccination-memo-report-2739454#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 31 Jan 2022 13:45:31 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[T-Mobile US will reportedly fire its corporate employees who are not fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by April 2.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Huawei Sues Sweden for Excluding It from 5G Rollout]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/huawei-sweden-5g-rollout-case-world-bank-group-2739055#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 31 Jan 2022 10:27:37 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Huawei has initiated arbitrary proceedings against Sweden for banning the Chinese tech giant from rolling out its 5G products.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5Gi Will Become Integral to 5G Standards for India, Other Countries: TSDSI Chairman]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5gi-5g-india-standard-merger-tsdsi-chairman-3gpp-2736428#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 29 Jan 2022 11:14:02 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[A 5G technology standard developed in India has become part of global standards which will be adopted by companies locally as well as across the world, a senior official of Indian telecom standards body TSDSI said.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[AT&T, Verizon Cleared by US FAA to Turn on More 5G Cell Towers]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-us-airport-rollout-tower-at-t-verizon-faa-interference-flights-2736369#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 29 Jan 2022 10:17:43 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[US Federal safety regulators say they have cleared the way for Verizon and AT&amp;T to power up more towers for new 5G service without causing radio interference with airplanes.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G in India: Rollout, Challenges, and Everything You Need to Know]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/podcasts/features/5g-india-rollout-launch-date-august-2022-bands-spectrum-apps-gaming-telecom-towers-orbital-podcast-2734552#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 28 Jan 2022 19:48:53 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[On this week’s Gadgets 360 podcast Orbital, we talk about 5G in India with Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) Director General Lt. Gen. SP Kochhar and Telecom Sector Leader at Deloitte Peeyush Vaish.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Tata Sky Binge+ Users Reportedly Getting Netflix Access via OTA Update]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/tata-sky-binge-plus-netflix-access-update-set-top-box-2728561#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 25 Jan 2022 14:37:11 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Tata Sky Binge+ users have started getting Netflix access, according to a report by DreamDTH. Users are reportedly getting the new experience through an over-the-air (OTA) update.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Rollout Race: European Union Asked by Watchdog to Pick Up Pace]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-rollout-us-uk-europe-eu-watchdog-pick-up-pace-economy-security-threat-2728218#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 25 Jan 2022 12:04:12 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[As the US grapples with the 5G rollout affecting airlines, a European Union watchdog warned the EU faces much bigger economic and security threats unless member countries step up cooperation.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) Expects Another Hike in Mobile Services Rates This Year, CEO Ravinder Takkar Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-hike-price-plan-rates-ceo-ravinder-takkar-earnings-call-2728113#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 25 Jan 2022 11:00:28 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi may raise mobile services rates this year as well but it will depend on the market reaction to the increase in tariff that the company made in November, a top official of the company said.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) Subscriber Base Declines by Nearly 2 Crore YoY, Q3 Loss Widens to Rs. 7,231 Crore]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-vodafone-idea-q3-quarterly-earnings-subscriber-base-decline-loss-widens-2723062#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 22 Jan 2022 10:13:22 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea (Vi) reported widening of its consolidated loss to Rs 7,230.9 crore for the third quarter ended December 2021.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Says 5G Coverage Planning Completed for 1,000 Cities as Q3 Profit Grows 8.8 Percent to Rs. 3,795 Crore]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-reliance-rjil-earnings-q3-2021-quarterly-net-profit-5g-services-whatsapp-payment-partner-recharge-2723046#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 22 Jan 2022 09:55:42 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio posted an 8.8 percent increase in net profit at Rs 3,795 crore for the third quarter ended December 2021.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Spectrum Bands in India Will Not Interfere With Aircraft Radar Altimeters: ITU-APT Foundation]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-india-spectrum-band-aircraft-airport-airline-function-problem-interference-itu-apt-foundation-2721343#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 21 Jan 2022 14:08:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Proposed 5G services rolled out in India will be in spectrum bands that will have sufficient safeguards and will not interfere with civil aircraft altimeters, ITU APT foundation of India said on Thursday.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G US Rollout: Why Fear of Flights Getting Halted Has Faded]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/5g-us-rollout-airport-airlines-flights-halt-system-interference-at-t-verizon-2721111#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 21 Jan 2022 12:27:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The rollout of new 5G wireless service in the US failed to have the much-dreaded result of crippling air travel, although it began in rocky fashion, with international airlines cancelling some flights to the US and spotty problems showing up on domestic flights.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Signs Agreement With Estonia's University of Oulu for Collaboration on 6G Technology]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-reliance-6g-technology-estonia-oulu-university-deal-agreement-2720891#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 21 Jan 2022 10:15:06 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio's Estonia arm and University of Oulu have signed an agreement to collaborate for development of 6G technology as well as to foster entrepreneurship.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Telenor Partners With Amazon Web Services to Modernise Systems, Offer Services]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/telenor-amazon-web-services-aws-partner-deal-system-modernise-service-offer-2718925#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 20 Jan 2022 12:59:44 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telenor said it had partnered with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to speed up the modernisation of its telecoms systems, boosting the use of cloud technology to offer 5G and low-latency data services to professional customers.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Flight Disruption Eases as Emirates Blasts US Rollout]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-rollout-flight-disruption-us-airlines-emirates-boeing-777-2718852#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 20 Jan 2022 12:22:43 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Disruption to US-bound air travel caused by the rollout of 5G services in the US eased as authorities approved more flights, but a top airline warned "irresponsible" regulatory confusion would be felt internationally for days.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Rollout in US: Airlines Cancel Some Flights Even After AT&T, Verizon Scale Back Deployment]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-rollout-us-at-t-verizon-airlines-cancel-flights-boeing-777-wireless-service-interference-2718707#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 20 Jan 2022 11:05:31 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Some flights to and from the US were cancelled even after AT&amp;T and Verizon scaled back the rollout of high-speed wireless service that could interfere with aircraft technology that measures altitude.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Why Airlines Fear US 5G Rollout Will Upend Travel This Week]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/features/5g-us-airports-service-rollout-at-t-verizon-airline-carrier-cancel-air-india-2716898#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 19 Jan 2022 14:26:33 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[AT&amp;T and Verizon will postpone new wireless service near some airports planned for this week after the nation’s largest airlines said the service would interfere with aircraft technology and cause massive flight disruptions.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio, Airtel Expand User Base as India Telecom User Base Grows to 1.19 Million: TRAI]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 19 Jan 2022 13:22:51 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom subscriber base in the country grew marginally to 1,191.05 million at November end with Jio and Airtel expanding their user base, according to TRAI data.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Becomes Largest Wired Broadband Provider With 4.34 Million Subscribers, topples BSNL: TRAI]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 19 Jan 2022 13:15:18 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio has become the largest wired broadband service provider and has toppled BSNL, TRAI data showed.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Apple Sued by Ericsson Again Over 5G Patent Licensing for iPhone]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/apple-ericsson-sue-lawsuit-5g-patent-licensing-licence-iphone-2716439#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 19 Jan 2022 11:24:17 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Ericsson has filed another set of patent infringement lawsuits against Apple in the latest salvo between the two companies over royalty payment for use of 5G wireless patents in iPhone.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[AT&T, Verizon Pause 5G Rollout Near US Airports to Avoid Flight Disruptions]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 19 Jan 2022 09:54:58 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[AT&amp;T and Verizon agreed to temporarily defer turning on some wireless towers near key airports to avert a significant disruption to US flights as they roll out 5G service that will bring faster wireless service to tens of millions of people.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Air India Curtails US Operations in View of Deployment of 5G Communications]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 19 Jan 2022 09:45:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Air India has curtailed its operations to the US from India in view of deployment of 5G communications by the United States.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Could Ground Planes, Wreak Havoc, Major US Airline CEOs Warn]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-verizon-at-t-airlines-grounded-aviation-crisis-warning-letter-american-united-delta-southwest-airlines-2714038#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 18 Jan 2022 10:27:20 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Heads of major US airlines including those of American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and Southwest Airlines have issued a warning of an impending "catastrophic" aviation crisis in less than 36 hours after AT&amp;T and Verizon are set to deploy new 5G service. The airlines warned the new C-Band 5G service set to begin on Wednesday could render a significant n...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance, Ola Electric, Mahindra Bid for Incentives Under India's $2.4-Billion Battery Scheme]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 17 Jan 2022 11:15:54 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance, Ola Electric, and Mahindra have submitted bids under the country's $2.4-billion (roughly Rs. 17,800 crore) battery scheme, the government said.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[US FAA Sets Rules for Some Boeing 787 Landings Near 5G Service]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 15 Jan 2022 14:42:42 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Federal safety officials are directing operators of some Boeing planes to adopt extra procedures when landing on wet or snowy runways near impending 5G service because, they say, interference from the wireless networks could mean that the planes need more room to land.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Ukraine Hacks Add to Worries of Cyber Conflict With Russia]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/ukraine-cyberattack-hack-russia-cyber-conflict-us-white-house-joe-biden-2709606#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 15 Jan 2022 14:27:31 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Hackers temporarily shut down dozens of Ukrainian government websites, causing no major damage but adding to simmering tensions while Russia amasses troops on the Ukrainian border.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Wireless Aviation Impact Notices to Be Issued by US FAA]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-airport-us-faa-aviation-impact-notice-issue-at-verizon-reduce-interference-risk-2705681#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 13 Jan 2022 13:20:35 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said it will publish notices detailing the extent of the potential impact of new 5G wireless service on sensitive aircraft electronics.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi CEO Ravinder Takkar Says Government Doesn’t Want to Run the Telco]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-vodafone-idea-india-ceo-ravinder-takkar-government-take-over-operations-interest-dues-2703984#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2022 16:49:03 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[A day after Vodafone Idea (Vi) opted to convert interest on dues to government equity, its CEO said the government had made its position amply clear that it does not want to run the telco.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Rs. 184, Rs. 185, Rs. 186, Rs. 347 Prepaid Recharge Plans With Unlimited Calls, Data Launched]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-184-185-186-347-plan-recharge-prepaid-benefits-unlimited-voice-calls-high-speed-data-validity-2703496#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2022 13:40:13 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has launched four new prepaid recharge plans, comprising Rs. 184, Rs. 185, Rs. 186, and Rs. 347 options. The new plans offer unlimited voice calling and high-speed data benefits for up to 56 days.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Wi-Fi Calling Comes in Haryana, Now in 12 Circles]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-vodafone-idea-wifi-calling-haryana-rollout-12-circles-2702129#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 11 Jan 2022 18:35:27 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi (Vodafone Idea) has expanded its Wi-Fi calling service to Haryana. The telecom operator currently offers the service to its subscribers in twelve circles in India. Wi-Fi calling service allows customers to make and receive voice calls over Wi-Fi network even when the cellular network is unreliable.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea's Debt to Equity Conversion to Make Government Largest Shareholder With 36 Percent Stake]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-shares-government-of-india-largest-shareholder-debt-equity-2701869#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 11 Jan 2022 17:01:31 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The government is set to become the largest shareholder of Vodafone Idea (Vi) as the company's board has approved the conversion of interest on deferred spectrum and Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR) dues into equity.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Users Can Now Set Standing Instructions for Prepaid Recharge via UPI Auto-Debit]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-prepaid-recharge-upi-standing-instruction-auto-debit-myjio-app-2699972#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 10 Jan 2022 18:36:19 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio has introduced a new payment facility for its customers that will let them set standing instructions for prepaid recharge via UPI auto-debit.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Buffer Zones Will Be Set Up in 50 US Airports: Federal Aviation Administration]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-buffer-zones-us-airports-faa-c-band-service-january-19-2696102#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 08 Jan 2022 12:04:31 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) disclosed a list of 50 US airports which will have buffer zones when wireless carriers turn on new 5G C-band service on January 19.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Wireless Service Could Still Disrupt Flights, US Federal Aviation Administration Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-wireless-service-flight-disrupt-us-faa-federal-aviation-administration-2694131#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 07 Jan 2022 11:50:46 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued fresh warnings that new 5G wireless service could still disrupt flights, saying there were "big differences" between US aviation protections and those used in France.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Giving 5GB of Free Data to Customers Switching From Existing Network]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-free-data-5gb-switching-offer-valid-january-15-2692891#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 06 Jan 2022 18:08:28 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has kicked off a new offer under which it is giving 5GB of free data ato customers switching from an existing service provider. The free data will be valid for up to 30 days.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Rs. 499 Prepaid Recharge Plan With 1-Year Disney+ Hotstar Subscription Revived: All the Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-rs-499-prepaid-recharge-plan-revived-disney-plus-hotstar-28-days-validity-2gb-high-speed-data-benefits-2692228#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 06 Jan 2022 13:38:25 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio has revived its Rs. 499 prepaid recharge plan which comes bundled with Disney+ Hotstar mobile subscription. It is the cheapest prepaid recharge plan that comes with a subscription to the OTT platform. It is offered with 2GB high speed data per day, unlimited voice calls, daily 100 SMS messages, and 28 days of validity.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Rs. 2,399 Prepaid Recharge Plan Now Offering 90 Days of Additional Validity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-2399-plan-recharge-prepaid-90-days-additional-validity-3gb-data-per-day-unlimited-calls-january-15-2687991#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 04 Jan 2022 15:03:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL is now offering 90 days of additional validity with the Rs. 2,399 prepaid recharge plan. The telecom company offered a 60-day additional validity in its previous offer. The plan comes with benefits like unlimited local and STD voice calling as well as 3GB data per day.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Rs. 2,399 Prepaid Recharge Plan Gets 60 Days of Additional Validity Under Limited-Period Offer]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-2399-plan-recharge-prepaid-60-days-additional-validity-3gb-data-per-day-unlimited-calls-2681805#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 31 Dec 2021 17:11:50 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL is offering 60 days of additional validity with the Rs. 2,399 prepaid recharge plan. The said plan is normally valid for 365 days, but the offer expands it to 425 days.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Rs. 601 Prepaid Recharge Plan Reintroduced With Reduced Validity of 28 Days]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-vodafone-idea-601-plan-recharge-prepaid-75gb-data-28-days-validity-disney-plus-hotstar-mobile-2681535#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 31 Dec 2021 15:24:58 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi (previously Vodafone Idea) has reintroduced its Rs. 601 prepaid recharge plan with a reduced validity of 28 days from 56 days. Other benefits of the plan remain unchanged.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Huawei Says 2021 Revenues Down Almost 30 Percent Due to US Sanctions, Sees Challenges Ahead]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/huawei-2021-revenue-down-us-sanctions-challenges-ceo-guo-ping-new-year-letter-employees-2681004#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 31 Dec 2021 10:37:37 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Huawei, battered by US sanctions, expects 2021 revenue to have declined nearly 30 percent and predicted continued challenges in the New Year.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Discontinues Rs. 501, Rs. 601, Rs. 701 Prepaid Packs With 1 Year of Disney+ Hotstar]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-disney-plus-hotstar-rs-501-601-701-prepaid-recharge-plans-discontinued-901-3099-offer-vodafone-idea-2677656#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 29 Dec 2021 15:07:05 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi has unlisted three prepaid recharge options on its website offering access to Disney+ Hotstar for a year. The Rs. 501, Rs. 601, Rs. 701 prepaid recharge plans have been unlisted from the website, meaning customers will now have to opt for the Rs. 901 prepaid recharge plan with 70 days validity or the Rs. 3099 annual prepaid recharge plan to get access to a one year...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel, TCS Said to Team Up for 5G-Based Remote Robotic Operations; Running Trials in Haryana]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-tcs-5g-remote-robotic-operations-trials-manesar-haryana-2675173#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 28 Dec 2021 11:06:37 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel and TCS have joined hands to build a 5G-based remote working technology using robotics, according to sources.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Services to Roll Out in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, More Cities in 2022]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-india-2022-cities-delhi-mumbai-kolkata-chennai-bengaluru-hyderabad-list-dot-2674316#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 27 Dec 2021 18:42:02 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[5G telecom services are set to be rolled out in selected cities in India in 2022. The cities which are set to get the 5G telecom services in 2022 include Gurugram, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Mumbai, Chandigarh, Delhi, and more.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Telefonica Said to Buy Ericsson 5G Equipment to Replace Some Huawei Gear]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/telefonica-ericsson-huawei-telecom-5g-spain-equipment-replace-sanctions-2673951#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 27 Dec 2021 16:22:05 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telefonica has bought 5G network equipment from Swedish manufacturer Ericsson to replace some of the Huawei gear it has rolled out in Spain, a source at the Spanish firm said.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Rs. 2,545 Prepaid Recharge Plan Gets 29 Days of Extra Validity in Happy New Year Offer]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-rs-2545-prepaid-recharge-plan-new-year-offer-365-days-validity-1-5gb-high-speed-data-100-sms-messages-benefits-2671105#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 25 Dec 2021 16:58:05 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio has introduced a new offer for its year-long prepaid recharge plan to celebrate the coming of a new year. Its prepaid recharge plan that costs Rs. 2,545 earlier had a validity of 336 days. With the new offer, users will now get a total validity of 365 days. Other benefits of the prepaid recharge plan include 1.5GB of high-speed data and 100 SMS messages daily.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Telcos Can Keep Call Data and Internet Usage Record for Minimum 2 Years, DoT Mandates]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/telecom-store-keep-call-data-internet-usage-record-dot-mandate-destroy-2669503#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 24 Dec 2021 16:53:05 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Department of Telecom (DoT) has extended the duration of archiving call data and Internet usage records of subscribers to two years from one year due to security reasons.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Brings Rs. 666 Prepaid Recharge Plan With 1.5GB High-Speed Daily Data for 77 Days]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-666-plan-recharge-prepaid-new-plan-100-sms-1-5gb-high-speed-data-unlimited-calls-price-hike-2665112#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 22 Dec 2021 15:18:44 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel recently introduced a new Rs. 666 prepaid recharge plan in India, allowing users with a budget of Rs. 700 to get access to high-speed daily data, unlimited voice calling and 100 SMS messages per day. The plan has a validity of 77 days, while Airtel also offers another plan with the same benefits, but with 84 days validity at Rs. 719, after the recent tariff hik...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, T-Mobile, Amazon Drop CES Plans Over COVID-19 Concerns]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/ces-2022-covid-19-omicron-cancel-facebook-meta-twitter-pinterest-drop-plans-2664407#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 22 Dec 2021 09:44:10 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Facebook parent Meta, Twitter, and Pinterest separately said they will not send teams to CES 2022 in Las Vegas as concerns grow about the Omicron variant of the coronavirus.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Gains Most Wireless Subscribers, Airtel Posts Best Proportion of VLR in October: TRAI]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-reliance-gain-wireless-subscribers-vi-vodafone-idea-airtel-bsnl-mtnl-lose-october-trai-2663357#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 21 Dec 2021 17:34:14 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio registered the highest monthly growth rate as well as net addition of wireless subscribers in the month of October, followed by Airtel and Vi, a report by TRAI said. The total wireless subscribers increased from 1,166.02 million at the end of September to 1,166.30 million at the end of October, as per the report.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Users Can Now Get VIP, Premium Mobile Numbers Delivered to Their Doorstep For Free]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-premium-vip-customisable-mobile-number-free-home-delivery-2663325#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 21 Dec 2021 17:21:08 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi customers can get premium or customized mobile phone numbers delivered to their homes without a delivery charge. This service is currently available in select areas.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[AT&T, Verizon, Others to Pay $6 Million to Settle Probes Over Failed 911 Calls During 2020 Network Outages]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/at-and-t-verizon-lumen-technologies-intrado-network-outage-911-calls-probe-settlement-us-fcc-2658533#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 18 Dec 2021 18:43:14 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) said on Friday that four telecom providers including AT&amp;T and Verizon will pay a total of $6 million (roughly Rs. 45,60,81,000) to settle investigations into compliance with the agency’s 911 reliability rules during 2020 network outages.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Launches Rs. 155, Rs. 239, Rs. 666, Rs. 699 Prepaid Recharge Plans: Benefits, Validity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-vodafone-idea-rs-155-239-666-699-prepaid-plans-tariff-benefits-2655073#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 16 Dec 2021 18:37:53 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi (Vodafone Idea) has officially introduced four new prepaid plans — Rs. 155, Rs. 239, Rs. 666, and Rs. 699. The Rs. 155 and Rs. 239 plans will be a relief for users who were looking for a decent plan from Vi under Rs. 250. The Rs. 666 and Rs. 699 plans give users perks including unlimited voice calling, weekend data rollover, data delights offer, access to Vi Movi...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Introduces Re. 1 Prepaid Recharge Plan in India, Offers 10MB of Data for 1 Day]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 15 Dec 2021 12:36:22 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio has silently introduced a new prepaid recharge plan which costs Re. 1. The plan earlier offered 100MB of data per month and was valid for 30 days for a brief period. However, the plan has seen a revision as it gets one day of validity with 10MB of data. The recharge plan is great for users who don't want to purchase more data than required.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Brings Rs. 119 Prepaid Recharge Plan With 300 SMS Messages, 1.5GB High-Speed Daily Data for 14 Days]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-119-plan-recharge-prepaid-revised-300-sms-message-benefits-1-5gb-high-speed-data-unlimited-calls-2649212#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 13 Dec 2021 18:58:43 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has silently revised its Rs. 119 prepaid recharge plan with 300 SMS message benefits for 14 days. The plan also offers 1.5GB high-speed daily data and unlimited voice calls.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Ties Up With Hungama Music to Offer Free Access to Songs, Music Videos to Prepaid, Postpaid Users]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-hungama-music-premium-service-access-free-prepaid-postpaid-users-2649111#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 13 Dec 2021 18:12:29 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi (previously known as Vodafone Idea) on Monday partnered with Hungama Music to launch ad-free music streaming access for its prepaid and postpaid customers in India. Vi prepaid and postpaid users will get six months of Hungama Premium subscription for free that will bring ad-free music content in 20 languages across genres from Hungama’s library of songs.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Asks Telcos to Allow Port-Out SMS Facility Irrespective of Tariff Offer, Voucher Value]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-india-telecom-airtel-vi-jio-port-out-sms-facility-tariff-offer-voucher-value-2642559#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 08 Dec 2021 17:42:25 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[TRAI directed telecom operators to "immediately" enable port out SMS facility for all mobile users requiring it, irrespective of value of their tariff offer, vouchers, or plans.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Wireless Use Could Prompt Flight Diversions, US FAA Warns]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-wireless-flight-disturbance-diversion-us-faa-federal-aviation-administration-2642035#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 08 Dec 2021 12:45:29 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) warned that interference from planned use of 5G wireless spectrum posed an air safety risk and could result in flight diversions.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Revises Disney+ Hotstar Mobile Prepaid Plans, Now Start at Rs. 601]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-601-799-1066-3119-659-plan-recharge-prepaid-disney-plus-hotstar-mobile-revision-update-666-888-2599-2639022#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 06 Dec 2021 14:08:03 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has revised five prepaid recharge plans that come with one year of Disney+ Hotstar Mobile subscription. The revised plans start at Rs. 601 and go up to Rs. 3,119.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Offers to Settle Multi-Billion-Dollar India Tax Row]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-india-retrospective-tax-case-settlement-offer-2636754#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
                    <category><![CDATA[telecom]]></category>
                    <pubDate>Sat, 04 Dec 2021 11:14:43 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone on Friday said that it had filed an application to settle the long-standing tax dispute with the Indian government.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Offers 20 Percent JioMart Cashback on Select Prepaid Plans: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-20-percent-mart-cashback-rs-719-666-299-prepaid-plans-all-details-2635395#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
                    <category><![CDATA[telecom]]></category>
                    <pubDate>Fri, 03 Dec 2021 12:29:09 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio has introduced JioMart cashback on three new prepaid plans. These plans range from Rs. 299 to Rs. 719. The cashback is credited to the users account and it can be redeemed through all of Reliance Retail channels. This includes Ajio, Reliance Digital, Reliance Smart, and even JioMart.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[ACT Fibernet Launches 1Gbps Broadband Plan in New Delhi, Adds New Entry-Level Offering to Expand User Base]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/act-fibernet-1gbps-giga-broadband-plan-price-rs-1999-launch-new-delhi-welcome-rs-549-2630793#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 2021 17:41:40 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[ACT Fibernet on Tuesday expanded its broadband plans in New Delhi by launching the 1Gbps plan called ACT Giga. It will bring up to 1Gbps download and upload speeds at a monthly rental of Rs. 1,999. Additionally, ACT Fibernet has brought a new entry-level plan called ACT Welcome that is available at Rs. 549 a month.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Prepaid Pack Prices Hiked by Up to Rs. 480, Following Airtel, Vi: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-price-hike-india-up-to-rs-480-unlimited-prepaid-plans-data-add-ons-jiophone-plan-all-details-2628803#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 29 Nov 2021 10:57:42 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has hiked the prices of several prepaid plan prices to strengthen a ‘sustainable telecom industry’. This comes after Airtel and Vodafone Idea also hiked the prices of their prepaid plans to increase ARPU. Jio increases prices of unlimited plans, one JioPhone plan, and even data add-ons.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Giving 500MB Free Data Per Day With Rs. 265, Rs. 299, Rs. 719, and Rs. 839 Prepaid Plans]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-265-299-719-839-plan-recharge-prepaid-free-500mb-additional-data-benefit-2625742#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 26 Nov 2021 16:19:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel on Friday started offering 500MB of additional data per day with four of its prepaid recharge plans that are priced at Rs. 265, Rs. 299, Rs. 719, and Rs. 839. The new move appears to help cut down the impact of the tariff hike that came into effect earlier on Friday.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Bundles Eros Now Subscription With All Postpaid Plans Across India]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-postpaid-plans-eros-now-membership-all-bundled-across-india-2625543#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 26 Nov 2021 13:27:10 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Eros Now and BSNL have partnered to offer content access to all postpaid subscribers.  Eros Now platform offers a content catalogue comprising over 12,000 movie titles, premium originals, music videos, and short-form content.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi No Longer Giving 4GB Daily Data With Rs. 359, Rs. 539, Rs. 839 Prepaid Recharge Plans]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-vodafone-idea-359-539-839-plan-recharge-prepaid-4gb-data-daily-update-2625415#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
                    <category><![CDATA[telecom]]></category>
                    <pubDate>Fri, 26 Nov 2021 11:25:24 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi (earlier called Vodafone Idea) has reduced daily data benefits to 2GB with its Rs. 359, Rs. 539, and Rs. 839 prepaid recharge plans. The three plans that were a part of the recent price hike earlier offered 4GB daily data.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Wants Free USSD Messages for All Users to Encourage Digital Payments]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-free-ussd-messages-proposal-rbi-committee-encourage-digital-payments-financial-inclusion-2624607#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 25 Nov 2021 18:45:57 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[TRAI is seeking to make Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) messages free for all mobile customers in the country, seeking to bring the charges down from 50 paise down to zero. The regulatory authority stated that the intent of making USSD messages free was to encourage digital payments in the country.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[ACT Fibernet Upgrades Broadband Plans for Users in Coimbatore, Hyderabad With Speed and Data Benefits]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/act-fibernet-broadband-plans-speed-data-coimbatore-hyderabad-update-2624386#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
                    <category><![CDATA[telecom]]></category>
                    <pubDate>Thu, 25 Nov 2021 16:06:58 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[ACT Fibernet has upgraded select broadband plans in Coimbatore and Hyderabad to offer additional data and speed benefits. The Internet service provider (ISP) has also introduced a new Rs. 549 ‘Starter’ plan in Coimbatore to attract new customers.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Data Delight Offer Gives 2GB Additional Data on Vi Hero Unlimited Plans: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-data-delight-offer-2gb-data-backup-vi-hero-new-unlimited-plans-all-details-2624185#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 25 Nov 2021 14:11:41 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone has introduced a new Data Delight offer on select prepaid plans. This is applicable for all Vi Hero Unlimited plans starting from Rs. 299. All of these plans offer 2GB of additional back-up data every month at no extra cost. To avail this offer, users need to login to the Vi app or dial 121249.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[T-Mobile to Settle US Probe Into 2020 Outage for $19.5 Million]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/t-mobile-us-probe-outage-2020-911-calls-fail-settle-usd-19-5-million-2622631#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 24 Nov 2021 12:04:54 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[T-Mobile USA agreed to settle a US probe for $19.5 million (roughly Rs. 145 crore) after a massive 2020 outage led to more than 20,000 failed 911 emergency calls.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Prepaid Pack Prices Increase by Up to Rs. 500 From November 25: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-prepaid-plan-price-hike-up-to-rs-500-november-25-all-details-2621464#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
                    <category><![CDATA[telecom]]></category>
                    <pubDate>Tue, 23 Nov 2021 14:05:17 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea has increased the prices of its prepaid plans. A price hike of up to Rs. 500 has been introduced. The Rs. 1,499 prepaid plan will now be priced at Rs. 1,799 moving forward. The benefits of 24GB data, 2,600 SMS messages, unlimited calling, and 365 days validity remain the same.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Prepaid Pack Price Increase by Up to Rs. 501 From November 26: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-revises-prepaid-plan-pack-price-hike-up-to-rs-501-all-details-2619928#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 22 Nov 2021 10:49:35 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has announced price hike on prepaid plans. The telco has introduced a price hike of up to Rs. 500. The new tariffs will come into effect from November 26. Plans have been revised to enable a reasonable return on capital that allows for a financially healthy business model.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Revises Rs. 187 Prepaid Plan, Now Offers 2GB Daily Data]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-rs-187-prepaid-plan-revision-2gb-daily-data-28-days-validity-100-sms-kerala-2614426#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 17 Nov 2021 16:28:41 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL has revised its Rs. 187 prepaid plan in India. It now offers 2GB daily data and unlimited voice calls. The validity of the plan is 28 days and it also comes with 100 SMS per day benefit.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Nokia Plans to Launch Cloud-Based Software Subscription Service for Telecom Companies]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/apps/news/nokia-cloud-base-subscription-service-software-telecom-analytics-security-data-2614033#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 17 Nov 2021 12:22:08 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Nokia said it plans to launch a cloud-based software subscription service targeting telecom companies for providing software around analytics, security, and data management.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[ACT Fibernet Offering Additional Speed Benefits Up to 500Mbps to Existing Customers Until November 30]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/act-fibernet-broadband-speed-boost-offer-delhi-bengaluru-chennai-hyderabad-november-30-2611940#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
                    <category><![CDATA[telecom]]></category>
                    <pubDate>Mon, 15 Nov 2021 19:07:58 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[ACT Fibernet has kicked off an offer to provide additional speed benefits of up to 500Mbps to all its existing customers in India. It is valid until November 30.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Telenor Partners With Google Cloud to Digitalise Its Global Operations]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/telenor-google-cloud-partnership-services-digital-tools-2611753#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
                    <category><![CDATA[telecom]]></category>
                    <pubDate>Mon, 15 Nov 2021 17:09:32 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Telecom services provider Telenor has partnered with Google Cloud with a goal of digitalising its global IT and network operations and provide its customers with new digital tools.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Rs. 249 Pack Now Offers 500MB Daily Data Additional Benefit: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-rs-249-plan-recharge-prepaid-500gb-pack-data-mobile-subscription-validity-benefits-2611516#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
                    <category><![CDATA[telecom]]></category>
                    <pubDate>Mon, 15 Nov 2021 14:41:10 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel is now offering additional 500MB daily data on the already-existing Rs. 249 plan that offers 1.5GB data daily and 28-day validity. This update matches Airtel’s Rs. 249 plan with Reliance Jio’s Rs. 249 plan in terms of validity and data.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Huawei, ZTE to Face Tightened Restrictions as US President Joe Biden Signs Legislation]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/huawei-zte-china-us-security-threat-restriction-secure-equipment-act-legislation-joe-biden-2607890#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 12 Nov 2021 10:23:16 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[US President Joe Biden signed legislation to prevent companies like Huawei or ZTE that are deemed security threats from receiving new equipment licenses from US regulators.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TSMC Says Did Not Release Detailed Customer Data on US Chip Data Request]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/tsmc-customer-data-us-chip-shortage-samsung-sk-hynix-apple-2602869#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 08 Nov 2021 13:15:43 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Taiwanese chipmaker TSMC said on Monday that it had not disclosed detailed information on clients in its response to a US chip data request.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Brazil to Reschedule Auction for Unsold 5G Spectrum, Communications Minister Fábio Faria Says]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/brazil-5g-spectrum-auction-reschedule-sell-batches-26ghz-fabio-faria-2600964#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 06 Nov 2021 12:45:49 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Brazilian Communications Minister Fábio Faria said that the government may schedule a new 5G spectrum auction to sell batches that did not attract interest.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Is JioPhone Next Really the 4G Smartphone for Everyone That Reliance Promises?]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/podcasts/features/jio-phone-next-review-price-in-india-booking-online-emi-device-lock-pragati-os-4g-2g-orbital-podcast-2599908#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 2021 18:52:54 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[On this week’s episode of Gadgets 360 podcast Orbital, we talk about the JioPhone Next, and whether it is worth its price and specifications.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[JioPhone Next Comes Preloaded With Device Lock 'Feature' to Avoid Payment Defaults]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/jio-phone-next-device-lock-emi-payment-default-financier-price-india-2598236#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 03 Nov 2021 15:38:24 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[JioPhone Next is preloaded with device lockthat will restrict your access in case you are not able to pay its EMIs.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Says It Added 8.1 Million 4G Users in Q2, Posts Higher Revenue on Data Usage]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-earnings-revenue-q2-2021-add-users-4g-5g-data-usage-2597161#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 02 Nov 2021 17:52:15 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel reported a 13 percent rise in second-quarter revenue, boosted by additions in its 4G subscriber base, higher data consumption, and stronger revenue per user.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[JioPhone Next Price in India Revealed: Starts at Rs. 1,999 With Financing]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/mobiles/news/jio-phone-next-price-in-india-rs-6499-rs-1999-financing-launch-pragati-os-november-4-2592438#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 29 Oct 2021 17:15:51 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[JioPhone price in India and availability details have been released. The phone is priced in India at Rs. 6,499 without EMI. With EMI, users have to pay Rs. 1,999 upfront and then the rest in EMI. These EMIs come bundled with data and voice benefits. Users will have to register to buy the JioPhone Next.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Huawei, ZTE to Face Tighter Restrictions Following Unanimous US Senate Vote]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/huawei-zte-restrictions-telecom-china-us-senate-vote-2592020#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 29 Oct 2021 12:27:18 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The US Senate voted unanimously to approve legislation to prevent companies such as Huawei or ZTE that are deemed security threats from receiving new equipment licenses from US regulators.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[PhonePe Experiments With Charging a Processing Fee on Prepaid Mobile Recharges Above Rs. 50]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/apps/news/phonepe-mobile-recharge-processing-fee-experiment-rupee-1-above-50-criticism-users-2587012#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 25 Oct 2021 12:36:20 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[PhonePe hass begun charging a small processing fee for mobile recharges. Recharges below Rs. 50 are not charged; recharges between Rs. 50-100 are charged Rs.1 and above Rs. 100 are charged Rs. 2. This has attracted a lot of criticism from users.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Profit Increases 24 Percent as Reliance Recovers from Pandemic Slowdown]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-q2-2021-earnings-report-profit-24-percent-covid-19-pandemic-slowdown-2585386#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 23 Oct 2021 17:35:34 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance increased its profit by 43 percent with Jio’s earnings growing 24 percent in the second quarter of 2021.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vodafone Idea and BSNL Continue to Lose Wireless Subscribers in August, Jio Gains: TRAI]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-bsnl-lose-wireless-subscribers-jio-airtel-gain-august-trai-report-2583117#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 21 Oct 2021 16:35:58 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[TRAI’s latest telecom subscription report suggests that Vodafone Idea and BSNL have continued to lose wireless subscribers in India. In August, Vodafone Idea lost 0.833 million subscribers, whereas BSNL lost 60,439 subscribers.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Revises Rs. 56, Rs. 57, Rs. 58 Prepaid Recharge Plans for Greater Affordability]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-56-57-58-plan-recharge-prepaid-revised-international-roaming-2582135#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 20 Oct 2021 19:23:02 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL has revised the Rs. 56, Rs. 57, and Rs. 58 prepaid recharge plans by cutting their prices to make them more affordable. As a result, the Rs. 56 BSNL prepaid recharge plan is now available at Rs. 54, while the Rs. 57 and Rs. 58 recharge plans are available at Rs. 56 and Rs. 57, respectively.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Offers Up to 4 Months of Free Broadband Service to Bharat Fibre, Landline Subscribers]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-bharat-fibre-broadband-free-service-offer-4-months-regularised-plans-2576656#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 15 Oct 2021 18:36:37 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is offering up to four months of free broadband service to its Bharat Fibre, digital subscriber line (DSL), landline, and Broadband over Wi-Fi (BBoWiFi) customers. Separately, BSNL has regularised its Bharat Fibre plans to offer the same tariffs across all its circles, except the Andaman and Nicobar circle.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Offering Rs. 6,000 Cashback on Purchase of Select New Smartphones: All Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-rs-6000-cashback-offer-smartphone-buy-all-details-36-months-recharge-2571707#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2021 16:49:44 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel prepaid subscribers can avail Rs. 6,000 cashback on purchase of select smartphones. This cashback will be credited to Airtel Payments Bank Account. It will only be credited if the buyer recharges Airtel Rs. 249 or above plans continuously for 36 months. The cashback will be given in two instalments.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Offers Unlimited Two-Day Complimentary Plan to Affected Users After Outage]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-two-day-unlimited-plan-offer-outage-affected-users-madhya-pradesh-chhattisgarh-2566708#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 07 Oct 2021 10:59:16 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio has sent out messages to affected users apologising for the service disruptions on October 6. It is offering a two-day complimentary unlimited plan to affected users in Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. Thousands of users had reported issues on DownDetector on Wednesday.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[JioDown Trends on Twitter, Multiple Reliance Jio Users Reporting Issues on DownDetector]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-down-trends-on-twitter-downdetector-2565443#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 06 Oct 2021 11:06:05 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Is Reliance Jio having network issues? Although none of the users on Gadgets 360 experienced any problems, reports on Twitter and DownDetector indicate that the network is having problems.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Starlink to Focus on 10 Rural Lok Sabha Constituencies in India for Satellite-Based Internet Connectivity]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/starlink-india-launch-rural-lok-sabha-constituency-plans-december-2022-target-2563539#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2021 18:36:16 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Starlink is set to go live in India by focussing on as many as ten rural Lok Sabha constituencies, Country Director Sanjay Bhargava said. The satellite-based Internet service operated by Elon Musk’s SpaceX already has its beta testing in place across 14 regions around the world.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Over 97.5 Percent of Indian Broadband Connections Now Meet TRAI’s 2Mbps Speed Threshold: Ookla]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/broadband-speed-india-2mbps-trai-ookla-speedtest-report-q2-2021-2559303#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 30 Sep 2021 18:50:09 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Over 97.5 percent of fixed broadband connections in India meet the 2Mbps speed threshold recommended by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) earlier this month, Ookla said in a report on Thursday.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Introduces Cashback on Prepaid Plans Starting Rs. 249: All You Need to Know]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-prepaid-plans-rs-249-555-599-reliance-20-percent-cashback-introduced-myjio-app-website-2556221#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 28 Sep 2021 12:01:52 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio has introduced new 20 percent cashback on three prepaid plans. This includes the Rs. 249, Rs. 555, and Rs. 599 prepaid plans. The 20 percent cashback will be credited to the user’s account and this cashback can be used in future recharges.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou Leaves Canada After US Deal on Fraud Charges, Detained Canadians Head Home]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/huawei-cfo-meng-wanzhou-return-china-canada-release-detain-bank-fraud-us-deal-joe-biden-2553086#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 25 Sep 2021 10:49:11 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou flew home to China after reaching an agreement with US prosecutors to end the bank fraud case against her, relieving a point of tension between China and the United States.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[5G Auctions Most Probably in February 2022, May Even Try for January: Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/5g-auctions-india-february-january-2022-ashwini-vaishnaw-telecom-reforms-package-2542538#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 16 Sep 2021 09:51:20 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[5G spectrum auctions will "most probably" be held in February 2022, and the government may even try for a January timeline, Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Rs. 75 Prepaid Recharge Plan for Jio Phone Users Launched: Details]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-rs-75-prepaid-recharge-plan-launch-validity-calls-sms-benefits-website-myjio-jiophone-next-2539343#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2021 16:54:55 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio has introduced a new Rs. 75 prepaid recharge plan for Jio Phone users, which is now the cheapest recharge plan from the telecom giant. The recharge plan comes with 28 days of validity, 50 SMS per day, unlimited calls to any network, 3GB data per month, along with a 200MB data booster and a gamut of Jio apps. The plan comes after Jio discontinued its Rs. 3...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Discontinues Rs. 39, Rs. 69 Packs Ahead of Jio Phone Next Launch]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-discontinues-rs-39-69-packs-removes-buy-1-get-1-offer-ahead-jio-phone-next-launch-2535394#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2021 17:34:45 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio has discontinued the Rs. 39 and Rs. 69 prepaid plans in India ahead of the Jio Phone Next launch. The plans are not currently listed on the website or the app. The telco also removed the Buy 1 Get 1 free offer from several plans.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[India Cabinet Said to Not Take Up Proposal for Telecoms Financial Relief Measures]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/telecom-india-airtel-vodafone-idea-vi-cabinet-not-take-up-proposal-financial-relief-measures-2534065#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 08 Sep 2021 16:27:23 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[India's federal cabinet did not take up proposals for providing financial relief to the country's cash-strapped telecoms sector, a government source said.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL to Discontinue Prepaid Broadband Plans, Migrate Existing Users to Postpaid: Report]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/bsnl-prepaid-broadband-service-to-be-discontinued-migration-postpaid-report-2533697#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 08 Sep 2021 11:52:30 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL authorities have directed all telecom circles to take action and migrate all exisiting prepaid DSL broadband customers to postpaid DSL broadband.  The existing prepaid account balance will be transferred as credit in their new postpaid account. The report says that interested customers can even opt for BSNL Bharat Fiber (FTTH) or Bharat Air Fiber (BAF) connection...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Fiber Postpaid Gets New Quarterly Broadband Plans Starting at Rs. 2,097]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/jio-fiber-postpaid-broadband-quarterly-plans-price-wifi-3-months-validity-download-speed-1gbps-2532587#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 07 Sep 2021 14:16:10 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio Fiber has quietly added quarterly plans to its postpaid broadband portfolio that earlier only had semi-annual and annual plans. The new Jio Fiber postpaid plans start from Rs. 2,097 and go up to Rs. 25,597 (excluding GST).]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Orders Non-Discrimination in MNP Offers, Asks Telcos to Not Introduce Differential Tariffs]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/trai-order-mobile-number-portability-discrimination-tariff-offers-ban-jio-airtel-vodafone-idea-2528427#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 03 Sep 2021 13:12:22 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[TRAI has released a new order directing telecom service providers to ensure compliance of its regulations in respect to non-discrimination in tariff offerings. This comes after it received several complaints from MNPs regarding differential tariffs via MNP offers.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Brings Rs. 499, Rs. 699, and Rs. 2,798 Prepaid Plans With Bundled Disney+ Hotstar Mobile Subscription]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/airtel-499-699-2798-plan-recharge-prepaid-disney-plus-hotstar-mobile-subscription-free-validity-benefits-2527700#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 02 Sep 2021 19:06:18 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel has revised its prepaid recharge plans with one year of Disney+ Hotstar Mobile subscription worth Rs. 499. The plans start at Rs. 499 and go up to Rs. 2,798. Similar to Airtel, Vi and Jio also recently revised their prepaid recharge plans to offer Disney+ Hotstar Mobile to their customers.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Prepaid Recharge Plans With 1 Year of Disney+ Hotstar Mobile Launched]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vi-501-701-901-2595-601-recharge-plan-prepaid-disney-plus-hotstar-mobile-subscription-data-validity-benefits-2527465#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 02 Sep 2021 17:15:54 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi (Vodafone Idea) has launched new prepaid recharge plans along with one year of Disney+ Hotstar Mobile worth Rs. 499. The new plans bring benefits such as data allocation, unlimited voice calls, and SMS messages for up to 365 days.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[TRAI Recommends 2Mbps as Minimum Broadband Speed, Asks Government to Pay 50 Percent of Monthly Charges for Rural Connections]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 01 Sep 2021 19:38:10 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has recommended fixing the minimum download speed with broadband connectivity at 2Mbps and asked the government to pay 50 percent of the monthly subscription charges of rural broadband users in the country.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Launches New Prepaid Plans With 1 Year of Disney+ Hotstar Mobile]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Aug 2021 19:20:45 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio on Tuesday updated its prepaid recharge portfolio with the launch of the new Rs. 499, Rs. 666, Rs. 888, and Rs. 2,599 plans that all come with one-year of Disney+ Hotstar Mobile subscription. Jio also brought a Rs. 549 data add-on pack that bundles the Disney+ Hotstar Mobile subscription alongside offering 1.5GB high-speed data access.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[BSNL Rs. 1,498 Prepaid Recharge Plan Launched With 2GB High-Speed Daily Data for 365 Days]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Aug 2021 12:49:56 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[BSNL has launched a new Rs. 1,498 prepaid recharge plan that carries 2GB high-speed daily data access for 365 days. Additionally, the state-owned operator has brought a promotional offer with the Rs. 2,399 prepaid plan to extend its validity to 425 days.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel Plans to Raise Up to Rs. 21,000 Crores via Share Sale in Preparation for 5G Launch]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 30 Aug 2021 11:07:31 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Bharti Airtel said it plans to raise up to Rs. 21,000 crores via a sale of shares to existing shareholders as it builds a war chest to prepare for the launch of 5G services.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[How to Activate Your Jio eSIM]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Sun, 29 Aug 2021 10:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio is one of the largest telecom operators in India. It offers a variety of plans for both prepaid and postpaid users. You can easily get a Jio SIM and activate your number to start using its services. Not only a does Jio offer physical SIM cards, it also offers eSIM or Embedded Subscriber Identity Module facility for smartphones that support it.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[How to Activate Your Vi eSIM on iPhone, Google Pixel, Motorola Razr, Samsung Phone]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Sun, 29 Aug 2021 09:00:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[In this article, we are detailing the steps on how you can activate your Vi eSIM on your phone. Select Apple iPhone and Samsung Galaxy models are amongst the compatible devices.]]></description>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 27 Aug 2021 12:07:25 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[JioPhone Next pre-booking in India will start from next week, according to a report. The Jio smartphone is rumoured to carry a price tag of Rs. 3,499.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi App Now Doubles Up as OTT App With Vi Movies & TV App Integration]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/apps/news/vi-movies-tv-app-integration-ott-content-live-tv-movies-streaming-android-ios-download-2519472#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 26 Aug 2021 16:45:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi (formerly known as Vodafone Idea) on Thursday integrated the existing Vi Movies &amp; TV app into the Vi App. It brings over-the-top (OTT) content and live TV channels alongside offering account details and services including recharge and bill payments under one platform.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[RailTel Launches AI-Based Attendance for 48,000 Government Schools in Assam]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 26 Aug 2021 11:01:45 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[RailTel said it has implemented an artificial intelligence (AI)-based attendance system for 48,000 government schools across Assam.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Adds 5.47 Million Subscribers in June, Vi Loses 4.28 Million: TRAI]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/reliance-jio-adds-5-47-million-subscribers-vodafone-idea-loses-4-28-million-trai-report-2517446#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2021 14:36:06 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Reliance Jio added 5.47 million subscribers in June reaching a total subscriber base of 546.65 million. Bharti Airtel added 3.81 million subscribers in the month of June. Its market share increased from 29.60 percent at the end of May to 29.82 percent at the end of June.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[T-Mobile Data Breach Hit 53 Million Customers as Probe Finds Wider Impact]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Sat, 21 Aug 2021 10:59:11 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[T-Mobile on Friday said that an investigation into a data breach it suffered revealed that hackers accessed personal information of an additional 5.3 million customers, bringing the total number of people affected to more than 53 million.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[T-Mobile Data Breach: US FCC to Investigate Personal Data Leak of 7.8 Million Customers]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 19 Aug 2021 11:10:13 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) said it will investigate a data breach disclosed by T-Mobile US impacting more than 47 million current, former, and prospective customers.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Baidu Says Second Generation Kunlun AI Chips Enter Mass Production]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 18 Aug 2021 15:38:12 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Baidu said it had begun mass-producing second-generation Kunlun artificial intelligence (AI) chips, as it races to become a key player in the chip industry which Beijing is trying to strengthen.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[T-Mobile Says Hackers Stole Personal Data of About 7.8 Million Customers]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 18 Aug 2021 14:40:40 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[T-Mobile said an ongoing investigation into a cyberattack on its systems revealed that some personal data of about 7.8 million of its current postpaid customers were compromised.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[T-Mobile Says It Found Unauthorised Access to Data, No Customer Information Compromised]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 17 Aug 2021 10:15:19 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[T-Mobile acknowledged a data breach but said it was yet to find if any customer information has been compromised, a day after an online forum alleged that personal data of more than 100 million of its users was leaked.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Facebook, Telcos to Extend Subsea Cable to Four Countries in World’s Largest Project]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/internet/news/facebook-2africa-under-sea-subsea-cable-four-countries-worlds-largest-project-live-date-2023-2511697#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 16 Aug 2021 16:56:46 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Facebook and a team of African and global telecoms companies will add four more countries to its world's largest subsea cable project, widening the build project in Africa earlier than planned.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[T-Mobile Investigating Claims of Data Breach of Over 100 Million Customers]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/t-mobile-hack-data-breach-100-million-customers-leak-investigate-claims-vice-2511299#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 16 Aug 2021 09:50:54 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[T-Mobile is investigating a claim that says the personal data of over 100 million users have been breached, the company said.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi RedX Family Plan With Up to Five Member Connections Launched]]></title>
                    <link>https://www.gadgets360.com/telecom/news/vodafone-idea-vi-redx-postpaid-plans-rs-1699-2299-family-member-connections-all-details-2506934#rss-gadgets-telecom</link>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2021 12:33:14 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi’s new Rs. 1,699 and Rs. 2,299 RedX Family postpaid plans come with three-member and five-member connection benefits. Both the plans offer unlimited calls, unlimited data, 3,000 SMS messages per month, and benefits like Amazon Prime and Netflix subscription.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Vi Rs. 449 Prepaid Plan Brings Double Data, 1-Year Zee5 Premium Subscription]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Mon, 09 Aug 2021 14:53:42 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Vi Rs. 449 prepaid plan also includes one-year Zee5 Premium subscription alongside night free data (12am to 6am), weekend data rollover, and Vi Movies &amp; TV app subscription. Vi Rs. 449 prepaid plan continues to offer truly unlimited calls to all networks and 100 SMS messages per day for a validity of 56 days. Data has been doubled to 4GB per day, instead of 2GB per da...]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Says Service Deactivation Message Was Sent Wrongly to Some Delhi Users]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 06 Aug 2021 18:38:20 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel on Friday wrongly informed some of its customers in Delhi about deactivation of their services. Hours after the original message, the operator clarified to the affected users and said that it was sent due to a technical issue.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[In-Train Wi-Fi Project Dropped Over Cost, Says Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 05 Aug 2021 13:18:19 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[The railways has "dropped" a project to provide Internet connection in trains because it was not cost effective, the government informed Parliament on Wednesday.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio Fiber Users Can Now Make Video Calls from TV Using Their Android Smartphone, iPhone Camera]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 03 Aug 2021 18:59:28 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio Fiber users can now make video calls from their TVs using the camera of their Android smartphones or iPhone, without requiring an external camera or webcam.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio, MG Motor Partner for Connected Car Solutions in Upcoming SUVs]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Tue, 03 Aug 2021 14:26:36 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio and MG Motor have partnered for connected car solutions that will power MG’s upcoming SUVs.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Jio, Airtel, Vi No Longer Provide SMS Benefits With Low-Value Prepaid Recharge Plans]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 30 Jul 2021 16:52:27 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Jio, Airtel, and Vi (formerly Vodafone Idea) have updated their entry-level plans to no longer offer SMS benefits. It will be a major blow to low-paying customers for whom outgoing SMS messages meant easy access to facilities like mobile number portability (MNP), as well as SMS-based access to services including unified payments interface (UPI).]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Reliance Jio Adds 3.55 Million Mobile Subscribers in May, Airtel Loses 4.6 Million: TRAI]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Fri, 30 Jul 2021 15:20:01 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[TRAI’s wireless subscribers report for the month of May 2021 reveals that Reliance Jio’s market share increased from 36.15 percent at the end of April to 36.64 percent at the end of May. Bharti Airtel’s market share, on the other hand, reduced from 29.83 percent in the end of April to 29.60 percent at the end of May.]]></description>
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                    <title><![CDATA[Airtel Prepaid Recharge Monthly Packs Now Start at Rs. 79, Rs. 49 Option Discontinued]]></title>
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                    <pubDate>Wed, 28 Jul 2021 14:34:19 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel on Wednesday raised its minimum prepaid recharge plan to Rs. 79 and discontinued the Rs. 49 option. The revision will come into effect from Thursday, July 29.]]></description>
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                    <pubDate>Thu, 22 Jul 2021 16:46:40 +0530</pubDate>
                    <description><![CDATA[Airtel on Thursday revised its postpaid plans for retail and corporate customers. The operator has also discontinued the Rs. 749 Family postpaid plan and upgraded the existing Rs. 999 plan.]]></description>
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