Who is responsible for the delay for Defence networks?

15 Wednesday May 2013

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For releasing the precious spectrum with the Defence services, the Govt. entrusted DOT to make alternate communication net works for the armed forces. DoT has entrusted the task with the BSNL and MTNL. Accordingly the Defence has vacated 40Mhz spectrum in 2009 with the condition that the new network will be ready within 3 years. Although that period is over in 2012 itself, the defence net work still not ready. Naturally the Defence Department has protested strongly against the delay.

What the DOT and BSNL say? According to media reports, the main reason is the lack of funds. While the DOT has demanded Rs. 6,767 crore for the project, the Planning Commission has allotted only Rs. 800 crore so far. Then how the work can be completed?

This is a good project for BSNL to execute. Much pressure is required to be put on the government to allocate sufficient funds for the same.

Private Telcos approach HC for extension of 2G licences

15 Wednesday May 2013

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The private telecom companies have made it a practice to approach the courts for each and every decisions of the DOT and the government, which are not suitable to them. They will try to maximum pressurise the government and get what they require. In case, the pressure tactics fail, then they approach the courts. There is nothing wrong in approaching the courts, but the same is being done to maximise the profits.

This time, Vodafone, Air-tel and Loop Mobile have filed cases in Delhi High Court with regard to the extension of their 2G licences. The government has separated spectrum and licence, which was the system earlier. But these companies want the 2G spectrum allotment to be continued on the 2014 conditions, even after the period will be  over by 2014.

Air India may post profit in 2013-14 – Minister

15 Wednesday May 2013

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Civil Aviation Minister Ajit Singh has stated that Air India may post profit of about Rs. 1,040 crore in 2013-14. According to the Minister, the revenue for 2013-14 will increase to rs. 19,393 crores from the 2012-13 revenue of rs. 16,130 crores.

This is good news! Air India is in loss for the last few years, even for 2012-13.

Govt. becomes soft on Vodafone, ready for compromise

15 Wednesday May 2013

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In a shift to the earlier position that the Vodafone has to pay the Rs. 11,000 crore tax to the government, Kapil Sibal, Communications minister who is also the law Minister, has stated that the government is prepared to have conciliation in the matter. This was expected at any stage. The British company, Vodafone, has been able to influence the India government  through its government also for a compromise. The statement of the Law Minister is a clear indication that the UPA government has already compromised the issue.

 

PSU – Air India to turn around, loss reduced

14 Tuesday May 2013

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Good News for Air India! The losses of Air India this got reduced by Rs. 1,209 crore compared to last year. The loss for 2012-13 will be only 3,989 crore while it was Rs. 5,198 in 2011-12.

Air India was in a difficult situation due to the wrong policy decisions, inept management and also the stiff competition. The Air-India, Indian Airlines merger without sufficient planning also created many HR problems. Purchasing a large number of planes without requirement was another reason. It posted losses year after year.

The downfall of King Fischer Airlines, as also some strict supervision and efforts on the part of the employees and their unions have resulted in improvement to the extent that the losses have come down this year. But that itself is not sufficient. The loss should cease and profit to be posted. I wish for a speedy recovery for the PSU, Air India.

Asghar Ali Engineer passed away

14 Tuesday May 2013

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Asghar Ali Engineer,  the renowned social scientist, Muslim Scholar, thinker and  writer, passed away today. He was 74.

He was progressive in out look and fought against religious fundamentalism. He wrote more than 50 books which are highly appreciated. He toured a lot in many countries and gave lectures expressing his view points.

His death is a great loss to the progressive and intellectual section. My deep grief and condolences!

Forum meets CMD on revival of BSNL

14 Tuesday May 2013

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The leaders of the Forum of BSNL Unions/Associations met the CMD BSNL today, 14th May  as part of its decision meet the BSNL Management, Secretary DOT, Ministers, MPs etc in order to garner support for the revival of BSNL and necessary action in this connection. The leaders explained in detail about the main issues, the need for the BSNL management to present its case without fear or shyness and vigorously push up its demands with the DOT/Government. CMD also agreed to the suggestions and also assured that all out efforts will be made in this connection.

All the MPs in Delhi has been contacted by the Delhi comrades and memorandum given to them. In the same way, our comrades at all SSA/Circle levels should meet the local MP and submit the memorandum and also present our case effectively with the request that the issue may be brought to the notice of the GoM and the government.

Telecom – Refund for surrendered spectrum to BSNL, MTNL

14 Tuesday May 2013

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It is reported that DOT has recommended to the Group of Ministers headed by P.Chidambaram, Finance Minister, that BSNL and MTNL be refunded the amount for the surrendered spectrum by them. The amount will come to Rs. 6,275 Crore for BSNL and Rs. 4,534 to MTNL.

The recommendation is based on the fact that no mention was made when the spectrum was allotted to the PSUs that they will not be refunded if the spectrum is surrendered as was made in the case of the private operators. Both the PSUs are in loss for the last four years and the GoM is to find out ways and means to revitalise and revive them.

The Forum of BSNL Unions / Associations have already submitted many suggestions/proposals for the revival of the PSUs, in which one of the demands is the same as above.

Reception to Comrade M.L.Tiwari

14 Tuesday May 2013

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Com.M.L.Tiwari who was working in the CHQ for more than 10 years and who has requested to be relieved from 1st May 2013, was given a warm reception by the CHQ comrades on 13th May 2013. Com. Tiwari retired from NTR ten years back and since then has been providing good assistance and service in BSNLEU CHQ Office. Coms. V.A.N.Namboodiri, President, P.Abhimanyu, General Secretary, Animesh Mitra, Dy. General Secretary, S.C.Bhattacharjee, Treasurer, T.A. Biju, Office Secretary and others spoke and hailed the services of Com.Tiwari.

Com.Tiwari was honoured by the meeting by presenting a shawl and gifts.

Best Wishes for  a Happy and healthy Retired Life to Com.M.L.Tiwari!

PSUs – Government to utilise surplus money for Capital expenditure

14 Tuesday May 2013

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The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) has decided that about Rs. 1.42 lakh crore will be utilised from the surplus of 23 profitable Central PSUs like ONGC, Oil India, GAIL, Indian Oil, SAIL, NMDC, Power grid, NHPC, NTPC, Coal India etc.

Many of the PSUs have exceeded their revenue target and are performing well. The government wants to tap it all to reduce its financial stability.

It was in the same way that all the surplus cash of BSNL was taken away by government in some form or other.

High performance of some of the PSUs are given below. They have achieved either more than the targets or very near to targets:

Neyveli Lignite Corpn   : 108%

Power Grid                  : 100%

Indian Oil                    :  97%

NTPC                          :  94%

ONGC                         :  89%

Oil India                      :  83%

NHPC                          :  81%

What is the target achievement for BSNL?  Why not BSNL could achieve some thing similar?