India Guide: Telephone & Internet
For most people arriving in a new country, keeping connected with a phone or mobile is a high priority. Be careful about using roaming with your foreign mobile - it can get very expensive quickly! Our guide is packed with information on telecom providers, tariffs and tips on saving money on international calls.
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Phone calls in India
Dialing codes & international calls
India's telecommunication infrastructure is modern and even reaches remote areas. There are many types of service available, both cable-bound and wireless. Charges for telephony in India are lower than in the USA and Europe. However, internet services are more expensive.
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Phone lines
Indian land line providers and fees
India's fixed line network is the largest in the world. Although land line services are generally reliable, service interruptions lasting several hours can happen. With mobile solutions becoming more and more competitive, land line providers are improving their services as well.
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Mobile phones
Operators, rates and contracts in India
India's mobile telephony market is one of the fastest growing in the world. Signal strength in big cities is strong but weakens the further away you get from metropolitan areas. All across India, charges for national and international calls are among the lowest in the world.
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