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Time of India
14-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Vodafone Idea rolls out 5G in Delhi NCR using Ericsson's high-performance radio solutions
Telecom operator Vodafone Idea has announced the launch of its 5G services in Delhi NCR in collaboration with Ericsson. The telco has confirmed that it will roll out the 5G services in all 17 priority circles by August this year. Vi has integrated energy-efficient Ericsson Radio System products, including mid-band Massive MIMO antenna-integrated radios AIR 3268 and AIR 3255. These upgrades enhance spectrum efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and optimise network performance, ensuring seamless 5G connectivity. Vi's introductory 5G offer includes unlimited data for users with 5G-enabled devices on plans starting from Rs 299. Subscribers can now experience Vi 5G for activities such as streaming, gaming, video conferencing, faster downloads, and real-time cloud access. In October 2024, Vi awarded Ericsson a contract to upgrade its 4G infrastructure and expand 5G services across several telecom circles, including Delhi, Kerala, Chhattisgarh, and Rajasthan. As part of this collaboration, Ericsson has successfully modernized Vi's network in Delhi, replacing legacy 2G and 4G equipment with advanced, lightweight 5G solutions—without any network disruption. 'The launch of our 5G services in Delhi marks a pivotal step in Vi's journey to deliver next-generation connectivity to our customers. Partnering with Ericsson, we are modernizing our network with next-gen technology, and equipping our users with the speed, reliability, and capacity needed to thrive in a digitally connected world,' says Jagbir Singh, chief technology officer, Vodafone Idea. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo Andres Vicente, head of Ericsson Southeast Asia, Oceania and India, says: 'This 5G launch in Delhi reinforces Ericsson's role as a key partner in Vi's 5G journey and reflects the strength of our ongoing collaboration towards building a robust digital infrastructure across India. Ericsson remains committed in supporting Vi with advanced and sustainable network solutions to meet the evolving connectivity needs of Indian consumers and enterprises.' AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
HC attaches Punjabi varsity registrar's salary over delayed retirement benefits
Patiala: The Punjab and Haryana high court has attached the entire salary of Punjabi University 's registrar, following the non-compliance with the court's orders by the university administration. The administration allegedly delayed releasing rightful retirement benefits , including gratuity, leave encashment, furlough leave, and commutation of pensions for retired faculty members of Punjabi University, Patiala. The university registrar, will have his salary attached until the next hearing on July 16 this year. Notably, the 55 retirees, who served the university and retired after Jan 1, 2016, won a legal battle in Dec 2024 when the high court directed the university to disburse their revised retirement benefits by Dec 15, 2024. However, the university failed to comply, forcing the pensioners to file a contempt petition in Feb 2025. In an interim order on April 1 this year, the high court attached one-third of the registrar's salary for non-compliance. Despite this, the university continued to delay payments, prompting the court to take stricter action. On April 30 this year, the court modified its earlier order and attached the registrar's entire salary, citing the university's failure to adhere to the payment schedule. Jagbir Singh, chairman of the Joint Action Committee for Pensioners and secretary general of the Punjabi University Retired Teachers Association (Purta), alleged that the university deposited a token amount of Rs 1 lakh into the retirees' accounts on April 29 — just hours before the case was listed for hearing. "This was a blatant attempt to mislead the court into believing that the university was complying with the orders," said Singh. "The university plans to pay the remaining Rs 9 lakh in instalments, which is illegal. Gratuity cannot be paid in instalments under the law." The retirees accuse the university administration of selectively releasing benefits to recently retired "favourites" while ignoring their legitimate claims. In a letter to the vice chancellor, Purta highlighted the university's "sheer wastage of public money" through unnecessary litigation and frivolous applications filed in court. "The registrar and DCLA signed payment papers on a university holiday just to create a false impression of compliance," Jagbir Singh added. "This is harassment of senior citizens who served the institution for decades." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Discover Adult Only Resorts Resorts | Search Ads Undo Despite repeated attempts, university registrar Sanjiv Puri could not be contacted for an official statement. The case will now be heard on July 16, 2025, with the registrar's salary remaining attached until then. The retirees have vowed to continue their fight for justice, demanding full payment of their dues without further delay. **BOX:** December 2024: High Court orders Punjabi University to pay revised retirement benefits by December 15. February 2025: Retirees file contempt petition after non-compliance. April 1, 2025: Court attaches one-third of Registrar's salary. April 29, 2025: University deposits Rs 1 lakh in retirees' accounts hours before hearing. April 30, 2025: High Court attaches Registrar's full salary, modifies order. MSID:: 120853072 413 |
The Print
24-04-2025
- Business
- The Print
Vodafone Idea partners with Cisco to enhance network for faster, reliable internet
The move will transform Vi's network infrastructure, efficiency, and scalability, all while elevating the user experience for customers across India. New Delhi [India], April 24 (ANI): Telecom operator Vodafone Idea (Vi) has announced its partnership with Cisco to boost its network infrastructure which will provide faster, more reliable internet connections for high-quality video streaming, online gaming, video calls and everyday browsing to the users. As part of this collaboration, Vi will deploy a cutting-edge Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS)-based transport network powered by Cisco, the company said in a release. By integrating Cisco's MPLS solution, Vi will bolster reliability and robustness of its network infrastructure. This collaboration will also enable Vi to efficiently manage high volumes of data traffic, offering consumers and businesses an improved level of network performance and stability, the release said. With these advancements, consumers will enjoy faster, more reliable internet connections for high-quality video streaming, online gaming, video calls and everyday browsing, the release said. For businesses, from startups to large enterprises, the network will offer secure, seamless connectivity that powers daily operations, enhances productivity and supports the demands of a digital-first world. This improved network performance will ensure that both consumers and businesses can rely on Vi for consistent and high-quality digital experiences. By leveraging Cisco's advanced networking solutions, Vi will be able to further streamline network operations, reduce costs, and accelerate service innovation through dynamic, software-driven management. 'Our collaboration with Cisco demonstrates our commitment to staying at the forefront of network technology,' said Jagbir Singh, CTO at Vi. 'Cisco's proven expertise in MPLS solutions will empower our network to automate critical network functions, optimize traffic management, and rapidly adapt to changing market demands. This robust transport network is designed to meet the challenges of modern network environments, ensuring high performance, reliability, and security. This project highlights the power of combining robust technology with forward-thinking vision.' 'Building a 4G/5G backhaul network is essential for seamless connectivity. With Cisco's IP / MPLS solutions, Vi can deliver faster, more reliable and scalable digital experiences across India. Our collaboration with Vi is powering a future-ready network, one that meets the evolving needs of users,' said Gordon Thomson, Vice President, Service Provider – EMEA, Cisco. (ANI) This report is auto-generated from ANI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Time of India
24-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Cisco bags MPLS transport infra deployment deal from Vodafone Idea for 4G, 5G services
NEW DELHI: US telecom gear maker Cisco has won a multiprotocol label switching (MPLS)-based transport network deployment deal from India's third-largest telecom operator, Vodafone Idea (Vi). By deploying Cisco's MPLS solution, Vi will be able to bolster the reliability and robustness of its network infrastructure, while efficiently managing high volumes of data traffic, offering its mobile users and businesses improved service experience, the companies said in a joint statement Thursday. With these advancements, users will be able to enjoy faster, more reliable internet connections for high-quality video streaming, online gaming, video calls, and browsing, Vi said in the statement, adding that for startups and large enterprises, the network will offer secure, seamless, connectivity for daily operations and enhanced productivity. By leveraging Cisco's advanced networking solutions, Vi further said it will be able to streamline network operations, reduce costs, and accelerate service innovation through dynamic, software-driven management. 'Our collaboration with Cisco demonstrates our commitment to staying at the forefront of network technology,' said Jagbir Singh, chief technology officer (CTO) at Vi. 'Cisco's proven expertise in MPLS solutions will empower our network to automate critical network functions, optimise traffic management, and rapidly adapt to changing market demands.' 'Building a 4G/5G backhaul network is essential for seamless connectivity. With Cisco's IP/MPLS solutions, Vi can deliver faster, more reliable and scalable digital experiences across India. Our collaboration with Vi is powering a future-ready network, one that meets the evolving needs of users,' said Gordon Thomson, vice president (service provider - EMEA), Cisco. Vi is currently deploying fifth-generation ( 5G ) network infrastructure and modernising 4G as part of $3.6-billion multi-year deals with Sweden's Ericsson , Finnish Nokia , and Korean Samsung. Vi's 5G services are already live in select metro cities such as Mumbai, and the telecom carrier will gradually expand the 5G availability in other priority circles.
Indian Express
21-04-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Six months and no LoP in Haryana from Congress, Saini govt considers ‘legal options'
The Haryana government is considering seeking legal opinion on how to 'bypass' the requirement of a Leader of the Opposition in panels for selection to several posts, given the Congress's failure to appoint one more than six months after the BJP returned to power in the state. The faction-ridden Haryana Congress is no closer to deciding its legislature party head, who would serve as the LoP. Sources said the decision was at least a few more weeks away. Incidentally, in a similar situation in Jharkhand, when the BJP had failed to choose an LoP four months into a JMM-led alliance government, the latter had gone to the Supreme Court. In January, the Supreme Court intervened, and in March, the BJP named Babulal Marandi as the LoP. In Haryana, along with the Chief Minister and a minister, an LoP is part of selection committees for appointments to posts such as the Chief Information Commissioner and 10 Information Commissioners. Currently the State Information Commission is functioning with barely three members – Jagbir Singh, Pradeep Kumar Shekhawat and Kulbir Chhikara – with pending appeals and complaints under the Right to Information Act now numbering over 7,200. Sources said former chief secretary T V S N Prasad is among the frontrunners for the post of Chief Information Commissioner, if and when the meeting of the selection committee takes place. Last week, speaking to mediapersons, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said: 'We are going to take legal opinion from the Advocate General to see how we can go ahead with the appointments that are stuck due to the absence of an LoP.' Haryana BJP chief Mohan Lal Badoli told The Indian Express: 'It is for the Congress to decide whom they want to appoint as their CLP leader. But, the government has to go ahead with its appointments. Whatever can be done legally, the government shall do.' In the case of Jharkhand, the Supreme Court had directed the BJP on January 5 to nominate an LoP within two weeks, while hearing a petition regarding the long-pending appointments of Chief Information Commissioner and Information Commissioners in the state. The state government had told the Court that the main reason for the delay was the absence of an LoP. The BJP had finally named Marandi as its legislature party leader in March. While Bhupinder Singh Hooda, the senior-most leader of the Congress in Haryana, declined to comment on the issue, Congress Rohtak MLA B B Batra said the government was wrongly claiming that its hands were tied on the matter of appointments. Claiming that the Congress decision on LoP would come 'soon' and that only a limited number of appointments were decided by selection panels of which the LoP was a part, Batra said: 'But, there is no bar on the government to hold a selection committee meeting. They can do so without the LoP, too… pick any senior leader from the opposition party instead.' At the Centre, for example, after the Congress could not lay claim to Leader of the Opposition post due to the low number of seats it won in the 2014 general elections, the Modi government had included Mallikarjun Kharge – by virtue of being the leader in the Lok Sabha of the Congress, the single-largest party – in several selection panels.
