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BSNL Begins 2026 with Nationwide Free VoWiFi Calling Service


BSNL has kicked off 2026 by rolling out free Voice over WiFi (VoWiFi) services across India, allowing users to make calls and send messages using any stable WiFi network without changing their phone number or installing extra apps.

Human Interest

Dhanteras 2025 Sees โ‚น1 Lakh Crore Sales as Gold & Silver Demand Surges Despite Record Prices


Indian consumers spent a staggering โ‚น1 lakh crore on Dhanteras 2025, with โ‚น60,000 crore pouring into gold and silver alone, despite record-high prices. According to CAIT, gold buying volumes dipped slightly, but the value of precious metal sales rose significantly, driven by a massive silver coin buying spree across metros and Tier 2/3 cities.

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BSNL Launches Intelligent Swadeshi 4G Network, Connecting 26,700 More Villages


In a landmark achievement for Indiaโ€™s digital journey, BSNL, in collaboration with TCS, C-DOT, and Tejas Networks, launched its fully indigenous 4G network on September 27, 2025. This Swadeshi initiative connects 26,700 additional villages and places India among the few nations with a homegrown telecom technology stack.

Business, Entertainment

BSNL Partners with OTTplay to Launch Premium Mobile Entertainment Packs


Indiaโ€™s first AI-powered OTT content discovery and distribution platform will provide BSNL users with curated access to a wide range of OTT content and 300+ live TV channels. Robert J Ravi, CMD of BSNL, announced the rollout of Premium Content Packs aimed at boosting digital engagement, especially in Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets. The service will be accessible via BSNL, Self Care App, GPay, PhonePe, and other popular platforms.

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BSNL Extends โ€œFreedom Planโ€ by 15 Days Following Overwhelming Demand


BSNL has extended its popular Freedom Plan till 15 September 2025, offering complimentary 4G services, including unlimited voice calls, 2GB/day data, 100 SMS/day, and a free SIM with โ‚น1 activation.