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Bharti Airtel Awards Nokia Multi-Billion 5G Deal for Indian Network Expansion

20 November 2024 Espoo, Finland – Nokia has been awarded a multi-year, multi-billion extension deal by Bharti Airtel (Airtel) to deploy 4G and 5G equipment across key Indian cities and states

As per the contract, Nokia will deploy equipment from its cutting-edge 5G AirScale portfolio including base stations, baseband units and the latest generation of Massive MIMO radios, all powered by its energy-efficient ReefShark System-on-Chip technology. These solutions will enhance Airtel’s network with exceptional 5G capacity and coverage and support its network evolution. Furthermore, Nokia will modernize Airtel’s existing 4G network with multiband radios and baseband equipment, which can also support 5G.

Airtel will also be leveraging Nokia’s MantaRay Network Management for intelligent network monitoring and management that uses AI-based tools covering digital deployment, optimization and technical support.

Gopal Vittal, Vice Chairman and MD, Bharti Airtel, said: “Airtel has been a pioneer in network innovation, consistently pushing the boundaries for delivering cutting-edge connectivity solutions. This strategic partnership with Nokia will future proof our network infrastructure and provide customers with unparalleled user experience along with a network that will be eco-friendly to minimize environmental impact.”

Pekka Lundmark, President and CEO of Nokia, said: “This strategic agreement further solidifies our long-standing collaboration with Airtel and our footprint in India. Our industry-leading AirScale portfolio and AI-based services will enhance the energy efficiency of Airtel’s network, enabling premium 5G capacity and connectivity with the highest quality of service for subscribers.”

Nokia has collaborated with Airtel for over two decades, providing 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G network equipment. Their partnership has recently reached new heights with the launch of the Green 5G Initiative, aimed at improving the energy efficiency of Airtel’s network and reducing carbon emissions, in line with the company’s ambitious emission reduction targets.

Airtel, Nokia, and MediaTek Achieve Successful TDD-FDD Uplink Trials on New Chipset

September 2, 2024: Airtel, MediaTek and Nokia today announced the successful completion of trials that efficiently combine TDD and FDD mid-band spectrum on a time basis utilising the latest generation chipset. The trial aimed at maximising the uplink performance was conducted at Airtel’s tech lab and achieved uplink speeds of 300 Mbps, setting a new benchmark in 5G network performance. It underscores Airtel’s commitment to providing innovative solutions that meet the ever-growing demands of a connected world.

The trial enhanced UL speeds by aggregating frequency bands of 3.5 Ghz (n78) and 2.1 Ghz (n1), a groundbreaking innovation that significantly improves the uplink performance for demanding use cases by dynamically switching the uplink transmission across two carriers in TDD and FDD spectrum more efficiently. The innovative UL Tx switching promises faster connectivity, enhanced user experience, and improved network efficiency, catering to high-demand use cases such as video conferencing, live streaming and large file uploads.

Randeep Sekhon, Chief Technology Officer, Bharti Airtel said, “At Airtel, continuous innovation remains the bedrock of all our product and service offerings. This trial not only stands testament to our philosophy of enhancing our state-of-the-art network infrastructure and delivering an unmatched 5G user experience but will also greatly enhance our network’s uplink performance, resulting in faster data speeds and improved connectivity.”

Dr. Ho-Chi Hwang, General Manager of Wireless Communication Systems and Partnerships at MediaTek, said: “We are thrilled to collaborate with Bharti Airtel and Nokia on this groundbreaking trial in India where our Dimensity 5G mobile platform played a crucial role in achieving the highest uplink speeds on Airtel’s 5G network. This partnership underscores our commitment to delivering cutting-edge technology that enhances the connectivity experience for users”

Tarun Chhabra, Country Manager and Head of Mobile Networks Business at Nokia, India, said: “We are proud to partner with our long-term partner Airtel on this ground-breaking project. Uplink Tx switching will pave the way for superior 5G networks, enabling seamless data transfer in mobile devices and driving demand for data-intensive applications like XR. We congratulate Bharti Airtel for achieving this milestone and pushing the boundaries of connectivity to new realms.”

For this advanced trial, Airtel used equipment from Nokia’s next-generation 5G AirScale radio portfolio while MediaTek provided its Dimensity 5G mobile platform as the user equipment.

Airtel expands its Wi-Fi service across an additional 1.5 million households in Karnataka

Bangalore, July 30, 2024: Bharti Airtel (“Airtel”), one of India’s leading telecommunications services providers, today, announced that it has increased its Wi-Fi service to an additional 1.5 million new households in Karnataka.

With Airtel Wi-Fi, a customer not only gets high-speed reliable wireless internet service but a whole host of other benefits including access to unlimited streaming, 20+ OTT services and over 350+ TV channels. Customers can book Airtel Wi-Fi by placing an order using the Airtel Thanks App or by calling 8130181301.

Vivek Mehendiratta, CEO, Karnataka, Bharti Airtel, said, “I am happy to announce that Airtel Wi-Fi has now reached every nook and corner of Karnataka. With Airtel Wi-Fi, customers can unlock a wide range of entertainment options including access to 20+ OTTs, 350+ television channels and a reliable high-speed wireless Wi-Fi service at an affordable tariff starting at Rs. 699 a month. We hope customers make the most of this and enjoy endless entertainment

Majority of Customers Choose Long-Term Plans for Vi, Jio, and Airtel Recharges on Paytm Following Tariff Hike

Paytm, India’s leading payments and financial services distribution company, offers a wide range of services, including online mobile recharges. With tariff hikes from major network providers such as Reliance Jio, Airtel, and Vodafone Idea, Paytm provides customers with convenient options to manage their mobile recharges efficiently.

Paytm spokesperson said, “We have registered a 15-20% increase in mobile recharges compared to the daily average on our platform. There is also an increased preference for long-term plans.”

Whether it’s for data, an unlimited pack or top-ups, Paytm offers an extensive range of recharge plans, allowing users to choose the one that suits their needs based on their telecom operator.

Here’s how to recharge your prepaid mobile number on Paytm

1. Open the Paytm App and go to ‘Bill Payments by BBPS’ section

2. Select ‘Mobile Recharge’ and enter your mobile number (Reliance Jio, Airtel, Vodafone Idea)

3. Select your recharge plan

4. Click ‘Proceed to Pay’, choose your payment method and complete the payment

How to pay your postpaid mobile bills on Paytm

1. Open the Paytm app and go to ‘Bill Payments by BBPS’ section

2. Select ‘Mobile Postpaid’ and enter your mobile number ((Reliance Jio, Airtel, Vodafone Idea)

3. The app will auto pick the amount to be paid

4. Click ‘Proceed to Pay’, choose your payment method and complete payment

Paytm is among the most preferred platforms for mobile recharges due to its user-friendly interface and other benefits. These include flexible payment options, deals and cashback offers, along with recharge reminders.

By allowing users to save their mobile numbers and recharge plans on the app, Paytm ensures a hassle-free experience for future transactions. Paytm provides a reliable solution to keep users connected amidst the changing telecom landscape.

Airtel unveils affordable International Roaming packs for customers travelling across the world

New Delhi, April 23, 2024: Bharti Airtel (“Airtel”), one of India’s leading telecommunications service providers, today, unveiled affordable international roaming packs for customers travelling abroad. The new packs include access to 184 countries and the tariffs start at as low as Rs. 133/day, making them an affordable option even when compared to local sims. In addition, they offer enhanced data benefits, in-flight connectivity and 24×7 contact centre support.

To make things as convenient as possible, Airtel has also ensured that customers travelling to these 184 countries no longer need subscribe to multiple packs for various travel destinations and have the convenience to simply choose the duration of travel and enjoy seamless connectivity anywhere in the world through one single pack; and do this in the most affordable manner.

Amit Tripathi – Director – Customer Experience and Marketing, Bharti Airtel, said, “At Airtel, our mission is to solve customer problems and offer greater convenience. We are happy to launch affordable and simplified international roaming packs that will enable seamless roaming access to customers travelling anywhere in the world. The packs offer greater value with enhanced benefits that are economical when compared to local in-country sims across many countries. The new pack truly redefines our value proposition for customers and gives them the freedom to use data and voice at an affordable tariff.”

Key features of the new International Roaming Pack include:

· Affordable packs , making them more affordable than most in-country / local sims

· One Plan to travel anywhere in the world enabling worldwide access with a single pack

· New features: An auto renewal feature for frequent traveler’s which removes the need to buy the pack multiple times and enables hassle free travel via the thanks app