Telecom Industry
Jio Urges Government Against Spectrum Delicensing, Cites Crucial Role of 6 GHz for 6G in India
Reliance Jio, India’s foremost telecom operator, underscored the significance of the 6 GHz spectrum for both introducing 6G technology and ensuring comprehensive 5G coverage across the nation in its response to the consultation paper titled “Digital Transformation through 5G Ecosystem”. In its submissions, Jio emphasized that the 6 GHz spectrum holds pivotal importance for the […]
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Vodafone Idea Installs Emergency Calling Booths on Mumbai Pune Highway
Vodafone Idea (Vi), a leading telecom service provider in India, is implementing emergency calling booths along the Mumbai-Pune expressway to facilitate communication with relevant authorities during emergencies. This initiative is undertaken in collaboration with the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation Ltd (MSRDC). Vi plans to install emergency calling booths every two kilometers along the expressway, […]
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DoT Foresees Revival of FDI in India’s Telecom Sector
India’s telecom sector is poised for a resurgence in foreign direct investment (FDI) over the next few years, buoyed by recent regulatory changes. The recent opening of satellite communications to the private sector and the introduction of the Telecommunications Act are expected to enhance the sector’s appeal and spur investment, according to analysts and industry […]
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Vodafone Idea Unveils IoT Smart Central for Enterprise Solutions
Vodafone Idea (Vi), India’s third-largest telecom operator, has introduced ‘IoT Smart Central’ tailored for its enterprise clientele, managed under Vi Business across the nation. This innovative platform offers enterprise customers access to a sophisticated, fully integrated, self-service IoT connectivity and device management solution. Through IoT Smart Central, enterprises gain the capability to monitor, control, and […]
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Satellite Communications to Extend Network Coverage in Remote, Rural Areas: Ashwini Vaishnaw
During the India Satcom Symposium 2024, Minister for Communications, IT, and Railways, Ashwini Vaishnaw, highlighted the significance of satellite communications (satcom) in extending connectivity to remote and far-flung areas, particularly in the northeast region of India. Vaishnaw noted that terrestrial mobile networks currently cover over 95% of the country, with satellite communication playing a crucial […]
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Vodafone Idea Plans to Introduce 5G within Six Months Following Funding Acquisition
India’s rapid advancement in 5G deployment has propelled the government to initiate groundwork on the next frontier of telecom technology, as it now seeks proposals to expedite research on the development of the 6G ecosystem. Neeraj Mittal, the Telecom Secretary, unveiled the “Bharat 5G Portal – an integrated portal” on Tuesday, designed to serve as […]
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Jio Advocates for 2G Shutdown Policy; Vodafone Idea Pushes for 4G/5G Migration
India’s leading telecom operator has urged the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) to advocate for a government policy aimed at phasing out legacy 2G and 3G technologies in India. This move is intended to prevent unnecessary network costs and facilitate the migration of all customers to more advanced 4G and 5G mobile networks. Vodafone […]
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Indian Operators Face Fines Over 5G Rollout Delays
While Reliance Jio asserts its completion of the national 5G rollout and Bharti Airtel aims to achieve the same by March, Vodafone Idea and newcomer Adani Data Networks may face fines for failing to meet the minimum 5G rollout obligations set by India’s Department of Telecommunications (DoT). The DoT has issued “show cause” notices to […]
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Reliance Jio and OnePlus Ties Up for 5G Innovation Lab in India
Reliance Jio, one of India’s leading telecom companies, and OnePlus, a prominent smartphone manufacturer, have joined forces to establish a 5G Innovation Lab in India. The primary objective of this lab is to foster innovation by creating and testing new technologies aimed at enhancing user experiences. This collaboration represents a strategic partnership aimed at unleashing […]
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Tata Communications Terminates Vodafone Idea Contract
Facing financial challenges, Vodafone Idea (Vi) confronts a new obstacle as Tata Communications Transformation Services (TCTS) allegedly terminates a service contract due to unpaid dues. Vodafone Idea ensures that customer services will continue without disruption, despite the conclusion of the contract with a Tata Communications unit, as the responsibilities will be transitioned in-house. Vi’s Response […]
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