Telecom Infrastructure
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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Indian Telcos Concerned Over Equipment Theft, Urge DoT to Block Certain Websites
Indian telecom operators are expressing discontent as incidents of active equipment theft reach unprecedented levels. The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), representing Indian telecom operators, recently addressed a letter to the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) seeking assistance. According to COAI, since October 2023, incidents of telecom equipment theft, particularly Remote Radio Units (RRUs) and […]
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Cash-strapped Vodafone Idea Offers Hope for Struggling 5G Equipment Companies
Cash-strapped Vodafone Idea (Vi) stands to benefit from a global downturn in demand for 5G network equipment, a trend that has affected companies like Nokia and Ericsson, even in India. Despite Vi’s financial challenges, global network equipment providers are inclined to collaborate with Vi due to its substantial user base of over 200 million subscribers. […]
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Hi-COM and Indus Towers Joint Hands for Telecom Expansion
Hi-COM Network Private Limited, a prominent internet service provider, has announced a strategic collaboration with Indus Towers Limited, the world’s largest telecom tower company, aimed at enhancing telecommunications infrastructure and advancing sustainability initiatives. Indus Towers Limited, resulting from the merger of Bharti Infratel Limited and Indus Towers, has played a crucial role in providing robust […]
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Government Plans Incentives to Boost Telecom Equipment Production Expansion
Telecom equipment manufacturers are poised to receive relief as the government plans to roll out incentives to boost their production capacity, aiming to decrease reliance on imports from overseas. Valued at Rs 400 crore, the incentives are slated for release within a week to selected firms following thorough verification. According to a source familiar with […]
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Telecom Infrastructure Providers Call on Government to Release Input Tax Credit
The Indian telecom industry, recognized as a sunrise sector for the country, has been pivotal in providing affordable and quality-assured telecom services. With over 7.7 lakh telecom towers hosting nearly 27 lakh BTSs (Base Transceiver Stations), the industry delivers 2G, 4G, and 5G services nationwide, catering to approximately 1.2 billion customers. Mr. T.R. Dua, the […]
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