This document provides an overview of GSM and MTNL. It discusses that MTNL was established in 1986 to improve telecom services in India. It then describes GSM as a mobile system using multiple radio cells, and discusses related technologies like GPRS and EDGE. The document outlines the key components of GSM including the SIM card, services provided, frequencies used, and the switching, radio, and operation subsystems. It also briefly discusses value-added services, network areas in GSM, and MTNL's joint ventures.