Telecom Infrastructure
DoT Plans PLI Scheme Overhaul to Boost Telecom Equipment Exports
The government plans to revamp the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for the telecom sector to boost exports and integrate more micro and small enterprises into the manufacturing ecosystem. The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has over Rs 1,000 crore in surplus funds, making funding for the expanded scheme feasible. This expansion aims to establish a comprehensive […]
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About Dell Telecom Infrastructure Blocks
Dell Telecom Infrastructure Blocks are essential components of innovative solution. These foundational building blocks are designed to work seamlessly with Telecom Multi-Cloud Foundation, simplifying the design, configuration, and deployment of cloud infrastructure to accelerate the rollout of new services. Integrated within Dell’s factory, these blocks are co-engineered with our cloud platform partners to include all […]
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4G Saturation Project: BSNL Requests Rs 99 Crore Compensation from DoT for O&M Costs
State-run Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has requested a reimbursement of Rs 99 crore from the government to cover additional operations and maintenance (O&M) costs resulting from delays in the delivery and commissioning of Evolved Node B (eNB) by the supplier. “Based on the delivery and commissioning progress of eNB from TCS/ITI, it is anticipated […]
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RBI’s Next-Gen Greenfield Data Centre to Launch Operations in FY25
The Reserve Bank has initiated a project to construct a new state-of-the-art greenfield next-generation data center to address capacity expansion constraints, meet the increasing IT landscape needs, and avoid region-specific risks The data centre, envisaged to cater to the internal needs of RBI and its subsidiaries, will commence operations in FY25, the central bank said […]
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RBI Anticipates India Becoming Global Hub for Chip and Electronics Manufacturing
India’s emerging sectors like renewable energy and semiconductors are expected to make rapid advances on the back of the recent initiatives by the government, according to the RBI’s annual report released on Thursday. The interim Union Budget 2024-25, with an allocation of ₹6,903 crore for semiconductor and display fabs, would contribute to making India a […]
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India is Exporting Telecom Equipment to 70 Countries, Says Report
India is exporting domestically developed and manufactured telecom gear to over 70 countries worldwide. Companies such as Tejas Networks, HFCL, C-DoT, and Reliance Jio are leading this initiative by producing telecom equipment locally, including a portfolio of RAN and core equipment for 5G and 4G developed by Jio. Madhu Arora, an official from the Department […]
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Ericsson Exploring Possibilities for Indian Telecom Equipment Export Option
Swedish telecom equipment manufacturer Ericsson is considering the potential for exporting telecom network equipment from India, according to a senior company executive. “India rolled out 5G on a massive scale last year, and we produced everything from our Indian manufacturing facility. We scaled up our capabilities to meet the requirements of the Indian market. Going […]
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Heatwave Side Effects can be a Cause to More Costing to Telecom Companies
Rising temperatures in India are driving up air-conditioning expenses at telecom towers, potentially leading to a 3-5% increase in power and fuel costs for telcos. The heatwave conditions may hinder mobile connectivity and slow down tower network expansions. The increasing temperatures in many parts of India are expected to raise air- conditioning expenses at telecom […]
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BSNL TCS 4G Deal of Rs 15,000 Crore for Setting Up Data Centres
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is in the process of establishing large data centers across the four regions of India as part of its Rs 15,000-crore agreement with the state-owned telecommunications company Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL), revealed COO N Ganapathy Subramaniam. Collaborating with the government’s Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT), TCS will execute a […]
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Indian Government Initiates Geotagging Telecom Infrastructure
The Indian government is embarking on a comprehensive initiative to geotag all telecommunications infrastructure across the country, commencing with Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) and subsequently extending to private telecom players. This strategic decision aims to enhance resource utilization efficiency, particularly during natural disasters. The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) aims to geotag key telecom infrastructure, […]
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