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India's first hydrogen train to roll out on July 17, regular service date awaited
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off India's first hydrogen train on July seventeenth. This new train will travel eighty-nine kilometers between Jind and Sonipat in two hours. The hydrogen train will make stops at twelve intermediate stations along its route. Regular passenger service commencement date is yet to be finalized by Northern Railway. The train uses hydrogen fuel cells to generate traction power instead of diesel.
Emirates to deploy A380 on Delhi route from October; expands Premium Economy to 6 Indian cities
Emirates will introduce its A380 aircraft on the Dubai-Delhi route starting October 25. This move expands the airline's double-decker service to a third Indian city. Premium Economy will also become available on six Indian destinations by month's end. The airline cites strong demand as a reason for these network enhancements. Emirates is also opening new retail travel stores and a call centre in India.
AB Group reaffirms bet on Voda Idea with ₹4,730 Cr infusion
Vodafone Idea shareholders approved a ₹4,730-crore investment from the Aditya Birla Group via preferential allotment of warrants, increasing AB Group's stake to around 13%. Chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla stated the company's focus now shifts to execution across operations, customer service, and network expansion. This capital infusion will support capital expenditure and loan repayment, reinforcing Vi's financial health.
Airtel to continue its postpaid plan despite backlash over 'slicing'
Bharti Airtel has renamed its "Priority postpaid plan" to "Postpaid Fast Lane". The company continues to offer enhanced network service to its postpaid users. Airtel states the new plan has received a satisfying response. The company has no plans to withdraw the offering. Postpaid users with 5G-capable devices will receive superior network experience.
Airtel expands 5G footprint, rebrands Priority Postpaid as Fast Lane
Bharti Airtel is expanding its 5G network across northern India, adding over 2,900 new sites. The company has also rebranded its Priority Postpaid service to 'Fast Lane'. This service offers enhanced network performance for eligible postpaid users. The move has raised questions about net neutrality and preferential treatment for premium subscribers.
Telecom industry divided on Airtel's 5G priority plan; Jio, Vi call for regulatory clarity
Bharti Airtel's new priority 5G service for postpaid customers is causing a stir. Rivals Vodafone Idea and Reliance Jio are calling for regulatory review. Authorities are examining if the plan adheres to net neutrality rules. The focus is on ensuring prepaid users do not experience degraded service. This development follows a past ban on similar plans.
Airtel defends 'Priority Postpaid' service before DoT panel, denies net neutrality violations
Bharti Airtel has defended its "Priority Postpaid" service to the Department of Telecommunications. The company asserts the offering, using 5G network slicing, respects net neutrality. It assures that prepaid users will not experience any service degradation. Airtel believes this innovation is crucial for future 6G development in India. The service ensures consistent speeds for postpaid customers.
Airtel launches priority postpaid plans with 5G slicing
Bharti Airtel is enhancing its network for post-paid customers. The telecom giant will use standalone 5G technology and network slicing. This allows for multiple virtual networks on one physical infrastructure. Each virtual network will be customized for specific needs like speed or latency. This priority service will be rolled out to existing post-paid users.
Airtel launches priority postpaid 5G plans to offer faster, reliable telecom services
Bharti Airtel introduces its latest innovation: Priority Postpaid 5G plans, leveraging state-of-the-art network slicing technology to deliver unmatched speed and reliability. These plans, available from Rs 499 to Rs 1,749 (excluding GST), are ideal for those who crave top-tier mobile service, especially in congested areas.
Bharti Airtel launches Priority Postpaid service with 5G slicing
Over the past year, slicing based 5G services have been launched in many countries like USA, Singapore, United Kingdom and Malaysia. Airtel’s launch is the first such launch in India.
Airtel launches 'Priority Postpaid' with a 'slicing' tech: Check the 5G plans
Bharti Airtel has launched "Priority Postpaid," a new service leveraging 5G slicing technology to enhance network experience for postpaid users. This innovation prioritizes connectivity for premium customers during high-traffic situations, ensuring stable performance for work and daily digital needs. It marks India's first deployment of slicing-based 5G services, offering a more reliable and dependable mobile experience.
World’s largest container carrier plans route avoiding Hormuz
The world’s largest container shipping company, MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company, is launching a new Europe–Middle East service that avoids the Strait of Hormuz by combining sea, road, and feeder ship routes.