๐จ India may consider a tax on mobile data usage
Reports suggest the government has asked the telecom department to study the possibility of introducing a small levy on mobile data consumption.
The idea is being explored as a way to:
โข Generate additional government revenue
โข Potentially reduce excessive screen time
Estimates suggest that even โน1 per GB of data could generate around โน22,900 crore annually.
Important:
This is only under discussion for now, and no final decision has been taken.
If such a policy ever moves forward, it could impact how affordable mobile internet remains for millions of users in India.
Do you think a data usage tax would make internet access more expensive?
Source: Livemint
#IndiaTech #MobileData #Telecom #DigitalIndia #TheAndroidRush
Reports suggest the government has asked the telecom department to study the possibility of introducing a small levy on mobile data consumption.
The idea is being explored as a way to:
โข Generate additional government revenue
โข Potentially reduce excessive screen time
Estimates suggest that even โน1 per GB of data could generate around โน22,900 crore annually.
Important:
This is only under discussion for now, and no final decision has been taken.
If such a policy ever moves forward, it could impact how affordable mobile internet remains for millions of users in India.
Do you think a data usage tax would make internet access more expensive?
Source: Livemint
#IndiaTech #MobileData #Telecom #DigitalIndia #TheAndroidRush
๐จ India approves 104 projects to accelerate 6G development
India has approved 104 research projects worth โน271 crore to speed up work on 6G technology.
The initiative aims to support:
โข Advanced telecom research
โข Next-gen wireless technologies
โข Development of indigenous 6G solutions
The projects will be carried out by universities, startups, and research institutions across the country.
India has already announced its ambition to become a global leader in 6G, with commercial rollout expected around 2030.
The goal is not just to use 6G โ but to help build the technology itself.
Do you think India can become a major player in the global 6G race?
#6G #Telecom #FutureTech #DigitalIndia #TheAndroidRush
India has approved 104 research projects worth โน271 crore to speed up work on 6G technology.
The initiative aims to support:
โข Advanced telecom research
โข Next-gen wireless technologies
โข Development of indigenous 6G solutions
The projects will be carried out by universities, startups, and research institutions across the country.
India has already announced its ambition to become a global leader in 6G, with commercial rollout expected around 2030.
The goal is not just to use 6G โ but to help build the technology itself.
Do you think India can become a major player in the global 6G race?
#6G #Telecom #FutureTech #DigitalIndia #TheAndroidRush
๐ก Mobile network quality could be affected in the future
Telecom tower production in India may slow down, which could impact future network expansion.
According to reports, LPG supply to telecom tower manufacturers has reportedly been stopped, affecting the production process.
If tower manufacturing slows, it could lead to:
โข Slower network expansion
โข Possible delays in improving coverage
โข Impact on future 4G / 5G infrastructure growth
For now, this is an early report and the long-term impact remains unclear.
Source: The Print
#Telecom #MobileNetwork #5G #IndiaTech #TheAndroidRush
Telecom tower production in India may slow down, which could impact future network expansion.
According to reports, LPG supply to telecom tower manufacturers has reportedly been stopped, affecting the production process.
If tower manufacturing slows, it could lead to:
โข Slower network expansion
โข Possible delays in improving coverage
โข Impact on future 4G / 5G infrastructure growth
For now, this is an early report and the long-term impact remains unclear.
Source: The Print
#Telecom #MobileNetwork #5G #IndiaTech #TheAndroidRush
๐ถ Airtel leads subscriber growth in Jan 2026
Latest data shows **Bharti Airtel added almost 2x more users than Reliance Jio in January 2026.
Subscriber additions:
โข Airtel: +4.40M โ
โข Jio: +2.43M โ
โข BSNL: +271K โ
โข Vodafone Idea: -411K โ
Airtel clearly dominated monthly growth, while **Vodafone Idea continues to lose users.
The telecom market is getting more competitive as operators push for better coverage, pricing, and 5G expansion.
Which network are you using right now?
Source: TRAI
#Airtel #Jio #Telecom #IndiaTech #TheAndroidRush
Latest data shows **Bharti Airtel added almost 2x more users than Reliance Jio in January 2026.
Subscriber additions:
โข Airtel: +4.40M โ
โข Jio: +2.43M โ
โข BSNL: +271K โ
โข Vodafone Idea: -411K โ
Airtel clearly dominated monthly growth, while **Vodafone Idea continues to lose users.
The telecom market is getting more competitive as operators push for better coverage, pricing, and 5G expansion.
Which network are you using right now?
Source: TRAI
#Airtel #Jio #Telecom #IndiaTech #TheAndroidRush
๐ถ Vodafone Idea comeback? ๐
Latest data from TRAI (Feb 2026) shows an interesting shift ๐
Subscriber additions:
โข Bharti Airtel: +4.85M โ
โข Reliance Jio: +1.62M โ
โข Vodafone Idea: +21.9K โ
โข BSNL: -101K โ
After 21 months, Vi is finally back in positive territory ๐
Airtel continues to dominate growth, while Jio stays strong.
Is this the beginning of a Vi comebackโฆ or just a small bump?
Which network are you using right now? ๐
#Airtel #Jio #Vi #BSNL #Telecom #TheAndroidRush
Latest data from TRAI (Feb 2026) shows an interesting shift ๐
Subscriber additions:
โข Bharti Airtel: +4.85M โ
โข Reliance Jio: +1.62M โ
โข Vodafone Idea: +21.9K โ
โข BSNL: -101K โ
After 21 months, Vi is finally back in positive territory ๐
Airtel continues to dominate growth, while Jio stays strong.
Is this the beginning of a Vi comebackโฆ or just a small bump?
Which network are you using right now? ๐
#Airtel #Jio #Vi #BSNL #Telecom #TheAndroidRush
๐จ Big change in mobile recharges? ๐
TRAI is planning a major update for users ๐ฎ๐ณ
Whatโs proposed:
โข If a plan has Data + Calls + SMS
โก๏ธ Same plan without data must be offered
โข Voice-only packs
โก๏ธ Likely to be cheaper ๐ฐ
โข More flexibility
โก๏ธ Not just 84 / 365 day plans
What this means:
โข No more paying for unused data
โข Better for parents & basic users
โข More control over spending
๐ Feedback open till April 28
If approved, this could be a big win for crores of users ๐
#TRAI #Recharge #Telecom #India #TheAndroidRush
TRAI is planning a major update for users ๐ฎ๐ณ
Whatโs proposed:
โข If a plan has Data + Calls + SMS
โก๏ธ Same plan without data must be offered
โข Voice-only packs
โก๏ธ Likely to be cheaper ๐ฐ
โข More flexibility
โก๏ธ Not just 84 / 365 day plans
What this means:
โข No more paying for unused data
โข Better for parents & basic users
โข More control over spending
๐ Feedback open till April 28
If approved, this could be a big win for crores of users ๐
#TRAI #Recharge #Telecom #India #TheAndroidRush
Several lower-priced options have reportedly been removed, while some existing plans have also seen changes.
๐ Whatโs changed:
โข โน299 plan has been removed
โข โน349 is now the cheapest unlimited plan
โข โน799 plan is no longer available
โข โน859 plan has increased to โน899, with fewer benefits
โข โน579 and โน619 plans have also disappeared in some regions
The changes could make Airtel recharges more expensive for users looking for budget-friendly options.
โ ๏ธ Plan availability can vary by region, so check the Airtel Thanks app or website before recharging.
Has your Airtel recharge plan disappeared too? ๐
๐จ BSNL ร Vi network sharing could soon go nationwide! ๐ฎ๐ณ๐ถ
BSNL and Vodafone Idea have reportedly agreed to expand their existing network-sharing arrangement across all telecom circles in India.
๐น Intra & inter-circle roaming
๐น Tower sharing
๐น Optical fibre sharing
๐น Wider network access
BSNL users already get access to Vi's network in Delhi and Mumbai. A nationwide expansion could significantly improve BSNL coverage, especially in areas where its own network is limited.
โ ๏ธ Commercial terms and rollout timelines are yet to be revealed.
Would this make you consider BSNL? ๐
#BSNL #Vi #Telecom #TheAndroidRush
BSNL and Vodafone Idea have reportedly agreed to expand their existing network-sharing arrangement across all telecom circles in India.
๐น Intra & inter-circle roaming
๐น Tower sharing
๐น Optical fibre sharing
๐น Wider network access
BSNL users already get access to Vi's network in Delhi and Mumbai. A nationwide expansion could significantly improve BSNL coverage, especially in areas where its own network is limited.
โ ๏ธ Commercial terms and rollout timelines are yet to be revealed.
Would this make you consider BSNL? ๐
#BSNL #Vi #Telecom #TheAndroidRush
๐จ India is reportedly doubling its 5G radiation exposure limit! ๐ก๐ฎ๐ณ
From September 2026, India's permitted limit is reportedly set to increase from 5 W/mยฒ to 10 W/mยฒ.
The change would give telecom operators more room for 5G network deployment and could potentially help improve coverage and capacity.
โ ๏ธ The change concerns the permitted radio-frequency exposure limit, not the amount of radiation directly emitted by every 5G phone or tower. The impact on individual exposure depends on factors such as distance and network conditions.
Would you be concerned about this change? ๐
#5G #India #Telecom #TheAndroidRush
From September 2026, India's permitted limit is reportedly set to increase from 5 W/mยฒ to 10 W/mยฒ.
The change would give telecom operators more room for 5G network deployment and could potentially help improve coverage and capacity.
โ ๏ธ The change concerns the permitted radio-frequency exposure limit, not the amount of radiation directly emitted by every 5G phone or tower. The impact on individual exposure depends on factors such as distance and network conditions.
Would you be concerned about this change? ๐
#5G #India #Telecom #TheAndroidRush
๐จ India is doubling its permitted 5G radiation limit! ๐ฎ๐ณ๐ถ
The government is raising the permitted power density for 5G base stations from 5W/mยฒ to 10W/mยฒ, bringing India closer to ICNIRP-recommended levels.
Why does this matter?
โ 5G signals can cover larger areas
โ Potentially better indoor coverage
โ Operators can get more out of existing sites
โ Less need for additional small-cell deployments
โ Lower network expansion costs
The revised limit is expected to come into effect next month.
For users, the biggest potential benefit could simply be more consistent 5G coverage without adding as many new sites. ๐
#5G #India #Telecom #Jio #Airtel #TheAndroidRush
The government is raising the permitted power density for 5G base stations from 5W/mยฒ to 10W/mยฒ, bringing India closer to ICNIRP-recommended levels.
Why does this matter?
โ 5G signals can cover larger areas
โ Potentially better indoor coverage
โ Operators can get more out of existing sites
โ Less need for additional small-cell deployments
โ Lower network expansion costs
The revised limit is expected to come into effect next month.
For users, the biggest potential benefit could simply be more consistent 5G coverage without adding as many new sites. ๐
#5G #India #Telecom #Jio #Airtel #TheAndroidRush