5G/6G
India Achieves 4 Lakh 5G Sites in Less Than 15 Months
India has achieved the fastest 5G rollout globally, surpassing the 4 lakh milestone within 15 months of the 5G launch. Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel have been adding 2,000 base tower stations (BTSs) per week, aggressively expanding the network. Despite reaching the majority of cities, revenue from 5G services is yet to materialize, as telecom […]
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DGCA Rejects Telecom Operators’ Proposal for 5G in Indian Airports due to Safety Concerns
5G deployment has been rapidly expanding across various regions in India. However, one notable area where telecom operators are refraining from introducing 5G is airports. The concern revolves around the potential interference of 5G frequencies with the altimeter frequencies inside aircraft, posing a risk of accidents. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued […]
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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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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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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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5G Subscriptions in India to Reach 130 Million by 2023
By the end of 2023, 5G subscriptions in India are anticipated to reach 130 million, as per the latest Ericsson Mobility Report from November 2023. Looking ahead to 2029, Ericsson predicts a substantial surge, estimating 860 million 5G subscriptions, constituting over 68% of total mobile subscriptions. Although 4G currently dominates the network landscape with 870 […]
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Ericsson’s Strategic Insights: Navigating India’s 5G Triumph and Preparing for 6G Transition
In its financial report for the October-December 2022 quarter, Ericsson reported a significant 21% increase in sales, attributing the growth to the company’s success in gaining market share in the 5G sector in India. Priyanka Anand, Vice President and Head of HR for South East Asia, Oceania & India at Ericsson, provided insights into the […]
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Asia-Pacific’s Mobile Services Market Set for Growth from 5G Expansion, Projects GlobalData
Mobile communications services revenue in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region is poised for robust growth, anticipated to achieve a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8% from $326.2 billion in 2023 to $479.1 billion in 2028, according to research conducted by GlobalData. The APAC region is emerging as a focal point in the global technological race […]
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Telecom Operators Advocate for Increased Spectrum Allocation to Facilitate Seamless 5G Services and 6G Rollout
The telecom industry has called on the government to allocate additional airwaves to facilitate the seamless delivery of 5G and 6G services. According to SP Kochhar, the director-general of the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), each telecom operator requires around 2 GHz in the mid-band for 5G/6G use by 2030. The preferred spectrum for […]
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