Telecom Industry
5G Spectrum News: Airtel to Lead 5G Spectrum Purchases, Says Analysts
Bharti Airtel is poised to boost its sub-GHz spectrum holdings in the coveted 900 MHz band across a dozen circles, likely emerging as the top spectrum buyer among the three major telecom operators in the upcoming auction, despite Reliance Jio submitting the highest earnest money deposit (EMD), according to analysts. This strategic move is primarily […]
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BSNL and BCG Ties up with 132 Crore Deal, Employee Union Calls It a “Futile Move”
Boston Consulting Group (BCG) is developing a three-year roadmap for Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) to help it compete effectively with private telecom giants like Jio and Airtel. BSNL will pay BCG Rs 132 crore for this advisory service. The consulting firm will advise BSNL on key areas such as reducing operational costs, increasing revenue, […]
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What’s Next in Vodafone Idea Fundraising
Vodafone Idea’s funding efforts are closely associated with the election results. Recently, VI raised around Rs 20,000 crore through a follow-on public offer (FPO) and a promoter entity. The company plans to secure an additional Rs 35,000 crore through loans, but it is gaining clarity on investors and lenders whether the government will convert a […]
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Focus on BSNL 4G & Vodafone Idea 5G Rollout Launch in India
Vodafone Idea (Vi) and Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) frequently make headlines as they continue to lose customers to Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel. To counter this trend, Vi needs to increase its capital expenditure, expand its 4G network, and launch 5G services as soon as possible. BSNL, meanwhile, is still in the process of […]
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Vodafone Idea eSIM Service Now Available in Haryana & Punjab
Vi has expanded its eSIM services to prepaid customers in Haryana and Punjab. Now, all Vi customers, both postpaid and prepaid, can enjoy the eSIM feature on their primary devices, compatible with both iOS and Android. Deepak Rao, Cluster Business Head for Punjab, HP & J&K at Vodafone Idea, stated, “At Vi, we believe in […]
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BSNL 5G Work is in Process
BSNL (Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited) is set to roll out not only indigenous 4G but also indigenous 5G. Currently, Jio is the only telecom operator in the country with an indigenous 5G stack. Now, BSNL is poised to join this category as C-DoT (Centre for Development of Telematics) works on a 5G stack. However, it […]
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Network Quality is a Big Concern for Government
Indian telecom operators are currently providing subpar services, raising concerns within the government. As a result, the central government is considering revisiting the Quality of Services (QoS) parameters that telcos must adhere to. Major operators like Reliance Jio, Vodafone Idea, and Bharti Airtel argue that the existing rules are sufficient and see no need for […]
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Chardham Yatra Travelers to get 4G and 5G Seamless Connection by Reliance Jio
Reliance Jio, India’s leading telecom operator, has optimized its networks to ensure seamless connectivity for pilgrims embarking on the Chardham Yatra. Over the past year, Jio has extended its 5G coverage to more areas across the country and bolstered its 4G presence. To facilitate uninterrupted communication, the company has substantially augmented the number of 4G […]
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Vodafone Idea 5G Launch Likely on FY 26
Vodafone Idea (Vi) is aiming to become 5G-ready by the end of the next financial year (FY26) and intends to expand its customer base through upselling premium plans, as per insights from Nuvama Institutional Equities following a meeting with the telecom company’s leadership. While Vi is progressing towards stability, it remains cautiously optimistic about its […]
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Airtel 5G Launch in Himachal Pradesh and Haryana
Indian telecommunications giant Bharti Airtel announced yesterday that it has reached a milestone of 0.6 million customers enjoying 5G services in Himachal Pradesh, with an additional 1.5 million customers experiencing 5G in Haryana. According to Airtel, the company has successfully deployed 5G services across all cities and districts in both states. Airtel 5G Coverage Airtel […]
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