Telecom Industry
BSNL Poised for Transformation into a Robust and Capable Organization, Says Ashwini Vaishnaw
In the Lok Sabha on Wednesday, Communications Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw expressed confidence that the state-owned BSNL would transform into a new and capable organization with the unwavering support of the Modi government. Addressing concerns raised by some members regarding the acronym “BSNL” being humorously interpreted as “Bhai Sahab Nahi Lagega” (It won’t work, buddy), the […]
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Safeguarding Telecom Networks: Plans Underway for a Dedicated Cybersecurity Agency
The government is gearing up to establish a national cybersecurity agency to ensure the safety of telecommunication networks and services, according to a senior official. Speaking anonymously, the official acknowledged the escalating frequency of cyberattacks in recent years and stressed the necessity of securing critical infrastructure. Although the timeline and specifics are yet to be […]
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Industry Responds to Telecom Bill 2023: A Positive Outlook
Union Minister of Telecom and IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, presented the Telecom Bill 2023 in Lok Sabha, addressing the changing technology landscape and replacing outdated policies. The telecom and tech industry has welcomed the bill, which offers key solutions, including clarity on spectrum allocation for satellite communication (satcom) companies. The government has clarified that spectrum for […]
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Airtel 5G Plus My-wifi Portable Router Now Available for Purchase
Airtel has quietly introduced the Airtel 5G Plus My-wifi portable router on Flipkart, appearing on the platform a few days ago following its listing a month earlier. The device resembles the Airtel 4G Hotspot but is equipped with a small screen displaying 5G signal strength, date and time, battery status, the number of connected devices, […]
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Challenges in Timely Permissions Hampers Telecom Infrastructure Deployment in UP
Telecom infrastructure deployment is facing significant hurdles in the state of Uttar Pradesh (UP), causing concerns for both telecom operators and infrastructure providers (IPs). The Digital Infrastructure Providers Association (DIPA) has highlighted the delays in obtaining permissions for deploying telecom infrastructure in UP. Despite the implementation of a single-window system for clearances and approvals by […]
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Vodafone Takeover Not in Government Plans
The Minister of State for Communications, Devusinh Chauhan, has confirmed in the Lok Sabha that the government has no intentions of taking over Vodafone Idea (Vi). Responding to a query, Chauhan stated that there is no proposal under consideration for the government to take over the financially struggling Vodafone Idea. The government became the largest […]
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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’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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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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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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