Author: Bharatnet
BSNL Losses Active Users Over the Last Decade
Over the past decade, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), a government-owned telecom operator in India, has faced financial challenges, yet it has seen a consistent increase in its overall subscriber base. Since 2014, BSNL has added approximately 9 million mobile subscribers. As of March 31, 2014, BSNL had 94.6 million mobile subscribers, which rose to […]
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India Leads in 6G Patents with Focus on Network Core and Radio Components
India’s focus on 6G technology patents centers on radio and core components, with the government actively investing in indigenous capabilities, stated Devusinh Chauhan, Minister of State for Communications, during a session in Rajya Sabha. The government is committed to leading the development of ultra high-speed wireless broadband technology, dedicating funds to research and development through […]
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India’s Telecom Sector Poised for Additional Reforms, According to Report
The Indian government is set to roll out a second wave of reforms aimed at fostering a more business-friendly environment in the country’s telecom sector, according to a report by FE. Led by Ashwini Vaishnaw, the Union IT and Telecom Minister of India, the reforms will focus on simplifying licensing processes, rationalizing penalties, and expediting […]
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5G Service Extends to Approximately 100 Million Users in India
India has achieved one of the swiftest 5G rollouts globally, reaching 738 districts and serving around 100 million users, according to a statement made by Minister of State for Communications, Devusinh Chauhan, in the Lok Sabha. As of November 24, 2023, 5G networks have been deployed across 738 districts, boasting a total of 3,94,298 base […]
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Airtel’s Evaluation Raises Questions on Taara Technology for Backhaul Deployment
Bharti Airtel, India’s second-largest telecom operator, is reconsidering Taara as its primary choice for wireless backhaul technology. Taara, developed by Alphabet, Google’s parent company, was initially intended to be the backhaul for Airtel’s 4G/5G services. However, field trials revealed limitations, particularly in terms of efficiency during adverse weather conditions. Airtel found that Taara’s performance declines […]
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Enhancing Accessibility and Immersion: 5G’s Impact on the Paris Olympics Viewing Experience
The upcoming Paris Olympics, scheduled for July 26 to August 11, 2024, is poised to showcase an impressive array of technology to ensure its smooth operation. Organizers have outlined ambitious plans, including 12,000 connected screens, 8,000 WiFi terminals, and 13,000 computers linked by almost 250,000 miles of fiber-optic cable. Unlike traditional paper tickets, the 2024 […]
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Despite Reduction in 5G Capital Expenditure, Jio and Airtel’s Free Cash Flow Generation Expected to Remain Limited in 2024, Says Fitch Ratings
The capital expenditure on 5G by Indian telecom giants Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel is expected to decrease from 37% of revenue in the previous fiscal year to 35% in the current fiscal year, according to a research report by Fitch Ratings on December 2. While this reduction is noted, Fitch points out that it […]
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Transitioning from VoLTE to Vo5G: A Closer Look at Technology and India’s Anticipation
The VoLTE Era Back in 2016, VoLTE (Voice over Long-Term Evolution) revolutionized voice calling in India, offering crystal-clear conversations on par with popular messaging app quality. Now, with the advent of 5G, there’s anticipation for a new calling standard to match the next-gen speeds – enter Vo5G (Voice over 5G). This article explores what Vo5G […]
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India Caught in 6 GHz Spectrum Struggle Between China and the US
In the ongoing ITU World Radiocommunication Conference 2023 (WRC-23) in Dubai, a global tussle between the US and China over the 6GHz spectrum has drawn India into the conflict. The WRC-23 will determine whether the band should be designated for mobility, as desired by Indian telcos, or be delicensed for WiFi, as advocated by major […]
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Bharti Telecom Boosts Ownership Stake in Bharti Airtel
Bharti Telecom Limited (BTL), a major stakeholder in Bharti Airtel, has augmented its ownership in the telecom giant through a block deal on the National Stock Exchange (NSE), involving an aggregate sum of Rs 8,301.73 crore. The transaction saw BTL acquiring an additional 1.35% stake in the telecom operator from Indian Continent Investment Limited (ICIL). […]
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