Author: Bharatnet
5G Standalone: Navigating Deployment Challenges
The initial iteration of 5G, known as non-standalone (NSA), relies on a 4G core network to anchor the new 5G radio access network (RAN) and has successfully reached over a billion subscribers globally. However, the subsequent version, 5G standalone (SA), which eliminates the need for a 4G anchor network and supports advanced technologies like Voice […]
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Airtel 5G Plus My-wifi Portable Router Now Available for Purchase
Airtel has quietly introduced the Airtel 5G Plus My-wifi portable router on Flipkart, appearing on the platform a few days ago following its listing a month earlier. The device resembles the Airtel 4G Hotspot but is equipped with a small screen displaying 5G signal strength, date and time, battery status, the number of connected devices, […]
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Anticipating 2024 in India: 5G, Rural Connectivity, and Satcom
The upcoming year is poised to be pivotal for the Indian telecom industry, grappling with the imperative to realize returns on 5G investments while witnessing the growth of the satellite communication (satcom) ecosystem. The year could also accentuate India’s telecom duopoly, with a potential focus on rural connectivity by telecommunication companies. 5G Monetization: Year of […]
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Viettel Empowers Indian Industries with Cutting Edge Private 5G
Viettel High Technology Industries Corporation (Viettel High Tech) and QuadGen Wireless Solutions Pvt Ltd. (QuadGen) recently celebrated the handover ceremony of Private 5G, a remarkable achievement resulting from Viettel’s research, manufacturing, and supply efforts in collaboration with QuadGen. This achievement transpired only five months after both entities signed a service provision contract for the Indian […]
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Challenges in Timely Permissions Hampers Telecom Infrastructure Deployment in UP
Telecom infrastructure deployment is facing significant hurdles in the state of Uttar Pradesh (UP), causing concerns for both telecom operators and infrastructure providers (IPs). The Digital Infrastructure Providers Association (DIPA) has highlighted the delays in obtaining permissions for deploying telecom infrastructure in UP. Despite the implementation of a single-window system for clearances and approvals by […]
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Why Subsea Data Centers Face Challenges in Taking Off?
“The concept of subsea data centers is gaining attention, with China claiming the world’s first commercial subsea data center. China Telecom and Tencent are reported as customers for the facility, which features a core module weighing 1,300 tonnes deployed in 35-meter deep waters off Lingshui on Hainan Island. The project, initiated by Beijing Highlander Digital […]
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U.S. Initiates Establishment of 5G Military Network in Korea for Enhanced Defense Capabilities
Summary:The United States is ready to deploy a dedicated 5G mobile military network in South Korea, starting at Oson Air Base, as an important step to share real -time information during joint operation and strengthen collaborative defence abilities. In June 2025, through an agreement with the Korean government, this strategic initiative was formally aligned with […]
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5G and 6G Research Projects Garner Substantial Funding for IIT Hyderabad
The Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad (IITH) is currently engaged in significant and well-funded research projects focused on the development of indigenous 5G and 6G testbeds. Officials from the institute revealed that there are currently five projects in progress on these subjects. Three of these projects are sponsored by the Ministry of Electronics and Information […]
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DoT to Minimize Physical KYC Process
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) in India is set to eliminate the costly and time-consuming practice of physically validating client details for selling mobile connections, effective January 1, 2024. The move, detailed in a Tuesday notification from the DoT, aims to streamline the Know Your Customer (KYC) process and reduce SIM fraud. The decision discontinues […]
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FTTH + Wi-Fi: A Transformative Solution for India’s Digital Economy
In the fast-evolving digital landscape, India aims to spearhead the global digital revolution with substantial advancements in high-speed Internet connectivity. Progressing in the deployment of cutting-edge 5G mobile technology, India has covered approximately 10,000 towns and established 3.4 lakh stations by August 2023. However, the absence of compelling use cases poses monetization challenges both globally […]
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