Telecom Industry
Report Says, Indian Telcos Denied Spectrum Surrender Refund
The Indian telecom operators recently made a request to the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) seeking a refund for the spectrum they intend to surrender. However, the DoT has turned down this request, stating that it is not feasible. This decision comes in the context of the upcoming spectrum auction scheduled for June 6, 2024. Prior […]
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BSNL 4G Rollout Currently Not in a Good Stage: Reports
BSNL, the state-run Indian telecom operator, is facing challenges with its 4G rollout due to issues with the homegrown technology mandated by the government. The network core developed by the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DoT) is reportedly experiencing problems, particularly in outdoor environments where multiple subscribers cannot make concurrent calls. To address these issues, […]
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Ookla Report: India 5G Speed Ranks 14th Globally
India has emerged as one of the top 15 markets globally in terms of reported 5G media download speeds, fueled by extensive deployments of fifth-generation (5G) mobile networks by major telecom operators such as Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel, as per findings from network testing and analytics firm Ookla. Analyzing data from Q4 2023, Ookla […]
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Telcos Struggling to Monetize 5G Amid Incomplete Rollouts
Telcos worldwide are facing a similar challenge as India when it comes to the deployment of 5G technology. Nitin Soni, senior director (corporates) at Fitch, notes that in countries like South Korea, Singapore, and Japan, the introduction of 5G has not led to significant increases in telco ARPU (average revenue per user), with growth remaining […]
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Qualcomm Chennai Design Center Launched on 14th March
American chipmaker Qualcomm on 14th March inaugurated its Chennai Design Center which has been built with an investment of Rs. 177.27 crore and will specialize in wireless connectivity solutions, with a focus on innovations that complement Wi-Fi technologies. The company said that the center would actively contribute to Qualcomm’s global Research and Development endeavors in […]
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5G/6G Congress 2024 | Jio’s Development of Own 6G Core Tech
During the seventh edition of the ETTelecom 5G | 6G Congress 2024, Aayush Bhatnagar, Senior Vice President (SVP) of Jio Platforms Limited, highlighted Reliance Jio’s active involvement in the research and development (R&D) of sixth-generation (6G) technology. Bhatnagar revealed that Reliance Jio is currently developing a 6G Core and actively contributing to the standards shaping […]
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TRAI’s Plans for New 4G and 5G Guidelines for Jio and Airtel
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is reportedly planning to have new 4G and 5G guidelines for telecom companies. Despite claims of nationwide 5G rollouts, many mobile users in India still experience only 4G, even in major cities. This confusion might soon be resolved as TRAI considers requiring telecom operators to display network coverage […]
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5G Coverage Map by Jio & Airtel Might be Soon Unveiled for Users
Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel have extensively deployed 5G networks across the country, yet consumers face uncertainty regarding where they can access 5G versus 4G services. To address this issue, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is reportedly planning to mandate telcos to publish comprehensive 4G and 5G coverage maps for consumers. TRAI aims […]
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Vodafone Idea eSIM Available for Prepaid Users in Mumbai
Vodafone Idea unveiled eSIM services for its prepaid customers in Mumbai on Monday, marking a significant stride toward delivering seamless, expedited, and eco-friendly connectivity to millions of Indians, according to a statement released by Vi. The eSIM service, available to both iOS and Android users, is compatible with various handsets, including Apple iPhone XR and […]
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Exploration of Telecom Sector Investments by Eight Major Investment Funds
Union Communications and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that at least eight large investment firms are looking to explore opportunities in the telecom sector amid rapid digital transformation and new opportunities. More and more investors are looking at the country as an emerging market for investments. “At least eight large investment firms have met me […]
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