India, April 25 -- Bharti Airtel has announced the launch of what it describes as India's first international roaming (IR) plan that can be used both domestically and abroad, expanding its international roaming portfolio. The new offering is intended to provide Airtel customers across 189 countries with a more streamlined and cost-effective global connectivity experience.

The telecom operator has introduced a new Rs 4,000 recharge plan, referred to as the "Global Plan" which is valid for one year and is aimed primarily at the long-staying non-resident Indian (NRI) community. Under this plan, users can access 5GB of international data, 100 voice minutes (covering incoming calls, calls within India, and local calls in the country of stay),...