Author: Bharatnet
TRAI Updates 5G Base Station Details Submission Format
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has today issued directives to all access service providers, enhancing the reporting rules for Base Stations’ details submission to improve quality of service (QoS) standards and safeguard consumer interests. Operators are now required to furnish granular information about Base Stations, including site location, type (Macro/Micro/IBS/Other), technology (2G/3G/4G/5G), radiating […]
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What is Bharat 6G Alliance (B6GA)?
The Bharat 6G Alliance is a collaborative initiative formed in India with the aim of advancing the development and deployment of 6G technology in the country. This alliance brings together various stakeholders including government bodies, academic institutions, research organizations, and industry players to collectively work on research, standardization, and implementation of 6G technology. Objectives of […]
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NHAI Digital Highways Faces Delays, New Optic Fiber Cable Tender Expected
The National Highways Authority of India’s (NHAI) ambitious plans to develop approximately 10,000 kilometers of Optic Fibre Cables (OFC) infrastructure, commonly referred to as “digital highways,” across the country by 2024-25 have faced setbacks. According to several officials familiar with the matter, the Authority’s efforts have been hindered as it has struggled to procure cables […]
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Bharat 6G Alliance to Partner with EU
India’s Bharat 6G Alliance and the European telecom industry body Industry Alliance 6G are poised to establish a partnership aimed at collaborating on the development of 6G technology, according to individuals familiar with the situation. One source revealed that Bharat 6G and Industry Alliance 6G are on the verge of finalizing an agreement, while another […]
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Wi-Fi 6E Router Illegal Sale Ban Urged by COAI
The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) has urged for a ban on the “illegal sale” of Wi-Fi 6E wireless routers operating on the 6 GHz frequency band by certain e-commerce platforms and online retailers. In a letter addressed to Neeraj Mittal, Chairperson of the Digital Communications Commission & Secretary of the Department of Telecommunications, […]
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Tejas Networks Looking for More Business Moves, Says Reports
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), a government-owned Indian telecommunications operator, is partnering with Tejas Networks, a Tata Group-owned company, to source telecom equipment for its indigenous 4G rollout. Tejas Networks is providing Radio Access Network (RAN) products to BSNL as part of this collaboration. However, Tejas Networks has broader aspirations beyond this partnership with BSNL […]
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Government Looks to Startups and Academia for Telecom Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs)
Government officials have outlined their strategy to leverage startups and academia in the telecommunications sector to drive innovation and generate intellectual property rights (IPRs), particularly in emerging technologies like quantum communications, artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning. As part of this initiative, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is encouraging partnerships between global firms such as […]
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Intel 5G in a Bad Phase, It May Get Worse!! Says Pat Gelsinger
Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger faces a myriad of challenges beyond the realm of 5G. Since assuming leadership in February 2021, Gelsinger has been striving to rejuvenate the struggling US chipmaker. However, Intel’s share price has plummeted by over 40% during his tenure, attributed to manufacturing obstacles, loss of market share in core sectors, and the […]
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DoT to Seek TRAI’s Input on Satcom Spectrum Allocation
The telecom department is set to approach the sector regulator TRAI soon to seek its input on the terms and modalities of spectrum allocation for satellite communication (satcom) services, with a focus on ensuring fairness and a level playing field for all stakeholders, according to a government source. Currently, the Department of Telecom is finalizing […]
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UAE’s TDRA 6G Roadmap is Here
The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) of the UAE has unveiled an ambitious strategy aimed at leading research and studies into 6G technology. This initiative represents a proactive approach to address the evolving landscape of International Mobile Telecommunications (IMT), focusing on intricate technical specifications to enhance the functionality and performance of mobile systems. […]
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