5G/6G
DoT Trying to Sort Connectivity of 5G Near Airports
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is currently conducting tests in collaboration with the Departments of Space and Technology to ensure that 5G connections do not interfere with aircraft systems. The DoT aims to enhance 5G connectivity at approximately 124 airports across the country. If successful, by the end of September, both residents near airports and […]
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USA and Sweden Partner to Accelerate 6G Wireless Technology Development
The United States and Sweden have announced a significant partnership to advance the development and deployment of 6G wireless technology. Recognizing the vital role of wireless communications in modern society, both nations are committed to enhancing this technology as a critical component of their infrastructure, according to a joint statement from the US Department of […]
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BSNL 4G Rollout Status- 15,000 BSNL 4G sites to be Completed
State-owned telecommunications company Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) in India has announced the completion of over 15,000 4G sites under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. This achievement was shared on X (formerly Twitter), with BSNL stating, “4G for Every Indian.” Proud to announce the milestone of 15,000+ 4G sites built under the #AtmanirbharBharat initiative. Empowering India […]
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BSNL 5G SIM Card Launched | BSNL 4G & 5G Rollout Gets Boost
BSNL is actively rolling out its 4G services across India and has begun preparations for its 5G network. Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia recently announced that 80,000 towers would be installed by the end of October, with an additional 21,000 by March next year, totaling one lakh 4G network towers by March 2025. He noted that […]
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5G Rollout in India to Accelerate After RoW Permission
The Indian government has implemented key measures to streamline Right of Way (RoW) permissions for infrastructure providers (IPs) and telecom operators, facilitating a faster rollout of 5G across the country. According to the latest data from the Smart Cities Mission by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, 7,218 projects worth Rs 1,45,083 crore have […]
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Jyotiraditya Scindia Conducts 5G Call Using Indigenous Technology
Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Minister of Communications and Development of the North Eastern Region, along with Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar, Minister of State for Communications & Rural Development, inaugurated the Network Operations Centre at the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) Delhi Campus. The Centre hosts indigenously developed security infrastructure for identifying and monitoring cyber […]
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Jio, Airtel to Spend $2 Billion on 5G Gears
Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio are poised to collectively purchase an additional $2 billion worth of 5G network equipment to enhance their next-generation mobile broadband coverage, catering to a rapidly growing user base amidst rising shipments of 5G-compatible smartphones, according to sources familiar with the matter. Sunil Mittal-led Airtel has issued a fresh request for […]
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Fastest 5G Standalone Network Launched in Japan
NTT Docomo has announced plans to commercialize the deployment of New Radio-Dual Connectivity (NR-DC) technology, which it claims will offer Japan’s fastest download speeds, reaching up to 6.6 Gbps on its 5G Standalone (SA) Network. The company will begin offering this technology on August 1, 2024, in selected areas within Tokyo and Kanagawa Prefecture, with […]
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Indian Telecom Providers Anticipate 6G Commercial Launch by 2029-30
Although 5G is still being rolled out across India, telecom providers are already exploring the development of 6G technology. This upcoming network generation is anticipated to heavily rely on artificial intelligence (AI), with experts forecasting that AI algorithms will be integral in autonomously managing 6G networks. Sajan Paul, Managing Director and Country Manager for India […]
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Potential 6G Applications and Use Cases
The potential applications and use cases for 6G technology are expansive and visionary, building on the capabilities of 5G with significant enhancements in speed, latency, reliability, and capacity. Here are some key potential applications and use cases for 6G: 1. Enhanced Mobile Broadband – Extreme Data Rates: 6G is expected to deliver data rates […]
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