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5G/6G

MWC 2024: Neeraj Mittal-Led Delegation Engages in Bilateral Talks with Ericsson, Cisco, Qualcomm on 5G, 6G

Programme Powering progress for the India is advancing quickly in the technology sector with one of the fastest roll-outs of the fifth-generation or 5G networks in the world and is witnessing digital transformation across all sectors, said Neeraj Mittal, Secretary, Department of Telecommunications (DOT) at the just concluded Mobile World Congress 2024 (MWC 2024) in […]

Regulatory

Chakshu Portal: A Platform for Citizens to Report Fraud Calls

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) unveiled two technology initiatives on Monday aimed at bolstering efforts to combat mobile-based scams. Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw introduced ‘Chakshu’, a platform empowering citizens to report suspected fraudulent communication originating from mobile numbers via calls, SMS, or social media platforms like WhatsApp. Additionally, Vaishnaw announced that the DoT’s Sanchar Sathi […]

Telecom Industry

BSNL Can be A Potential Hub for Telecom Startups and Indigenous OEMs to Validate Solutions

State-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is poised to become the testing ground for India’s telecom startup ecosystem and domestic original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to assess the feasibility of their solutions within a sandbox environment. The introduction of the ‘BSNL PoC (Proof of Concept) policy’ by the government aims to facilitate the evaluation and development […]

5G/6G

GSMA Intelligence Predicts 5G Connections to Grow to 5.5 bn by 2030

The number of 5G connections reached 1.6 billion by the end of last year, with projections indicating a surge to 5.5 billion by 2030, according to the ‘Mobile Economy 2024’ report by the GSMA. The report anticipates that 5G connections will constitute over half (51%) of mobile connections by 2029, rising further to 56% by […]

Broadband

Is Fixed Broadband the Next Big Opportunity for Telcos?

The wireless segment in India has experienced significant growth, particularly with the advent of Jio. Telcos have successfully implemented 4G networks nationwide and are now poised to introduce 5G technology across the country. Efforts by telecom operators like Airtel to extend network coverage to rural areas underscore the potential for further expansion. Anticipated growth in […]

Informative

What Is Smishing? Know How it Works & Preventive Measures

“Smishing” is a cybersecurity term that combines “SMS” with “phishing,” referring to a type of cyberattack where attackers use text messages to trick individuals into divulging sensitive information or performing certain actions. Similar to email phishing, smishing attempts to exploit human vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access to personal information, financial accounts, or sensitive data. Here’s […]

Regulatory

C-DoT and Qualcomm Signs MoU to Promote Make In India

The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DoT), a public-funded research body under the Indian government focusing on telecom, and Qualcomm Technologies, a US-based tech giant, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to support the ‘Make in India’ vision of the central government. The announcement was made during the recently concluded Mobile World Congress (MWC) […]

Telecom Infrastructure

Hi-COM and Indus Towers Joint Hands for Telecom Expansion

Hi-COM Network Private Limited, a prominent internet service provider, has announced a strategic collaboration with Indus Towers Limited, the world’s largest telecom tower company, aimed at enhancing telecommunications infrastructure and advancing sustainability initiatives. Indus Towers Limited, resulting from the merger of Bharti Infratel Limited and Indus Towers, has played a crucial role in providing robust […]

5G/6G Telecom Industry

Ericsson, Microsoft, Thales, and Telcos Collaborate to Empower Enterprises with 5G Windows 11 Computers

Swedish telecom equipment manufacturer Ericsson, in collaboration with Microsoft and Thales, has joined forces with telecom giants SoftBank, T-Mobile, and Telia Sweden to empower 5G Windows 11 computers with advanced features such as zero-touch provisioning and automated eSIM profile management. Ericsson’s Ericsson Virtual Cellular Network (EVCN) solutions automate eSIM profile management, granting enterprises control over […]