BSNL launches Freedom Plan for Rs. 136 with Free Data and Calls

BSNL launches Freedom Plan for Rs. 136 with Free Data and Calls It's already been a month since the Mukesh Ambani-led Jio has introduced its 'Welcome offer' in the country and people are still going crazy to get their hands on the Jio SIM. And that has pushed all the telcos to shower big discounts and offers on the existing tariff plans. State-own PSU BSNL too is no different from others. The telco has launched a new tariff plan called 'Freedom Plan' for new and existing subscribers to offer lower calling rates pan India. The...

Stampede in India kills more than 20 at religious ceremony

Stampede in India kills more than 20 at religious ceremony At least 24 people have been killed and 20 others injured in a stampede on a crowded bridge to reach a Hindu religious ceremony in northern India on Saturday, police said. The stampede took place on the outskirts of Varanasi, a city in Uttar Pradesh state known for its temples. Organisers were expecting 3,000 devotees at the ceremony, but more than 70,000 thronged the ashram of a local Hindu leader on the banks of the Ganges River, said police officer SK Bhagat. “We...

Regional Names of Durga Puja: Ayudha Puja

Regional Names of Durga Puja: Ayudha Puja Region: Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka & Andhra Pradesh  The ninth day is also the day of the Ayudha Puja. After the slaying of Mahishasura and other demons by Chamundeswari, there was no more use for her weapons. So the weapons were kept aside and worshipped. This Ayudha puja is being celebrated since ancient times. The importance of Ayudha Puja on this occasion may also be due to the fact that on the Vijayadasami day, Arjuna took back his weapons which he had hidden in a Vani...

What is Ayutha Pooja? - By Sadhguru

Ayudha Pooja is one of the most significant aspect of Navratri. In Indian culture, we set up this aspect that whatever tool it may be, if you want to use your plough, first bow down to it and then use it. If you want to use a book, first bow down to it and then use it. Ayudha Pooja means, every implement that you use, whether it is in industry, agriculture or anything else, you approach it respectfully. Unless you approach something with a certain sense of reverence and a deep sense of involvement, it will not yield. The same musical...

What is Unified Payment Interface?

National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) announced that bank applications for the Unified Payment Interface have officially become operational, which means that UPI apps of banks can now be downloaded and used for transactions: What is UPI and what can a user do with the app? UPI is a payment system that allows money transfer between any two bank accounts by using a smartphone. UPI allows a customer to pay directly from a bank account to different merchants, both online and offline, without the hassle of typing credit...

As Nokia gears up for a comeback with an Android smartphone, social media is exploding with excitement and nostalgia

Nokia is working on making a comeback with its first-ever Android smartphone, and the news has triggered an overwhelming nostalgia and excitement among Nokia fans. Nokia is making a comeback with a new Android smartphone, and the news has triggered immense nostalgia for all. And why not? More than a decade ago, after calling became a little affordable in India, and at least every urban man looked to invest in a phone, Nokia was ruling the market. Even now, after many other brands like Apple, Samsung, Xiaomi and Micromax, have taken...

Reliance Jio has 16 million subscribers in just 26 days; claims world record

Reliance Jio has 16 million subscribers in just 26 days; claims world record In just a month since its official launch, Reliance Jio has successfully managed to hit the milestone by enrolling 16 million customers on its network in just 26 days. After starting its commercial operations from September 5, Reliance Jio now claims to have enrolled 16 million customers in 26 days under its ‘Welcome Offer.’ According to the company, it has created a world record, which is not only faster than other telecom operators, but also faster...

BSNL unlimited 3G plan without speed restriction @ 1099 Rupees

In a series of offering customer friendly schemes for the benefit of customers. PSU introduced BSNL Unlimited 3G Plan newly without any speed restriction under prepaid data services on the eve of Janmashtmi. Monsoon season poses various challenges for telecom operators, but our BSNL overtakes it very simple by introducing unlimited 3G internet plans without speed throttling. This new lowest BSNL Unlimited 3G Plan tariff shall enhance customer experience towards BSNL 3G services. As on date, mobile operator allows BSNL Unlimited...