Gaming
Jio launches ultra-low broadband plan on the heels of IPL
Mumbai: The IPL 2023 is not too far away, and Jio is all in for it. The scenario only seems to be getting hotter with Reliance Jio Infocomm announcing a new broadband back-up plan at a monthly rate of Rs 198 rupees for unlimited data at 10 Mbps; this would slash entry-level rates by half.
As per reports, the plan also offers unlimited landline voice calls, and is meant to be a backup connection to help homes with unreliable broadband connection and assured supply of data at an affordable price.
Jio is committed to connectivity and uninterrupted streaming and this strategic decision comes in ahead of the 16th edition of the Indian Premier League which starts on 31 March and would available free on the JioCinema app. The new broadband connectivity plan will be available from 30 March i.e. a day prior to the start of the tournament.
Currently, the company offers a broadband plan starting at Rs 399 a month with unlimited data at 30 Mbps. Rival brand Bharti Airtel’s broadband plan starts at Rs 499 with a speed of 40 Mbps.
Jio’s new broadband plan has upgrade options to higher speeds with one , two, and seven-day options. For an additional Rs 100-200 a month, subscribers to the plan can get live TV channels, OTT platforms and other gaming apps as well. The plan is available for a minimum of five months at Rs 1,490, which includes Rs 500 of installation charges.
Jio is at the forefront among the home broadband service providers with over 7 million subscribers closely followed by BSNL and Bharti Airtel.
Gaming
Nodwin Gaming partners with Runestone for esports data and integrity solutions
South Asian esports leader joins forces with Czech tech firm to enhance tournament operations.
MUMBAI: Nodwin Gaming has just levelled up its game by bringing in a specialist to keep the scoreboard honest and the fans fully engaged. The leading South Asian esports and gaming company has announced a strategic partnership with Runestone, a Prague-headquartered esports technology firm specialising in real-time data and engagement solutions for tournament organisers and publishers.
The collaboration aims to strengthen competitive integrity, improve operational oversight, and deliver more interactive viewing experiences across Nodwin’s properties. It will initially focus on the Nodwin Clutch Series for Counter-Strike 2, a Tier 2 tournament that provides emerging teams with consistent competitive opportunities and helps build the talent pipeline.
The latest edition of the series recently concluded with Big defeating ECSTATIC 2–1 in the grand final of the $50,000 online event.
Nodwin Gaming chief business officer at MENA and global head of data monetization Teemu Koski said, “Integrity and transparency are fundamental to sustainable esports ecosystems, especially in Tier 2 competition where the next generation of talent emerges. Runestone’s expertise complements our experience in building scalable esports IPs.”
Runestone head of partnerships Michael Schwartz added, “Nodwin Gaming has built one of the most dynamic esports ecosystems across emerging markets. We’re thrilled to collaborate on supporting tournaments with greater transparency, deeper fan interaction, and scalable tools.”
Both companies are exploring opportunities to extend the partnership across additional titles, including mobile-first competitive ecosystems, and to develop new products for publishers, tournament operators, and event promoters.
In the rapidly growing world of esports, where fair play and fan excitement are equally crucial, Nodwin Gaming and Runestone are teaming up to ensure every match is not only competitive but also transparent and engaging. This alliance could well become a game-changer for Tier 2 tournaments across South Asia and beyond.
