Telecom Infrastructure
DoT Requests Indian Telcos to Prefer Local Telecom Gears
India is urging its major telecom operators– Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea – to increase the use of homegrown telecom equipment rather than relying on foreign makers like Cisco and Ericsson. The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has asked these companies to share detailed plans how they will integrate more Indian-made technology in their […]
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DoT Cuts 95% Telecom Equipment Security Testing Fees
Summary:In a major regulatory reform, the Department of Telecommunications (DOT) has reduced the security testing assessment fee by 95% under the Communications Safety Certification Scheme (ComSEC). Effective from August 1, 2025, the move aims to support MSME, local manufacturers and innovations in India’s telecommunications and ICT regions. DoT Reduces Security Certification Fees by 95% to […]
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Why India Needs More Data Center Cities to Power AI and 5G Growth
Summary:According to CtrlS data centers, India must accelerate the development of data center cities dedicated to support Artificial intelligence (AI), 5G, IOT, and demand operated by cloud computing. With increasing use of AI tools such as ChatGPT, the need for large-scale power is inevitable. This article explains why India should work rapidly, what challenges remain, […]
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BSNL to Deploy 4,000 New Towers in Naxalite-Hit Chhattisgarh to Boost Digital Connectivity
Summary:To improve digital connectivity in remote and Naxalite affected areas, the Government of India will set up 4,000 new BSNL telecom towers in Chhattisgarh. The move supports the broader target of ensuring digital inclusion in the remote regions, led by the Minister of State for Telecom Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani. Government’s Push to Connect the Unconnected […]
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DE-CIX to Offer Infra Support for Starlink India Launch
Summary:Starlink, Elon Musk’s satellite internet venture, is set to launch its services in India at the end of 2025 or in the beginning of 2026. The company has partnered with a major internet exchange provider, DE-CIX for important ground infrastructure support. With the approval from the IN-Space safe and approval from the spectrum allocation, the […]
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94500 Towers Installed by BSNL Till Now, 4G Expansion Crucial Across Country
Summary:State-run telecom operator BSNL has made significant strides in its 4G network expansion, installing over 94,500 towers across India, with over 80-85% already commissioned. While slightly behind its ambitious June 2025 target of 1 lakh towers, this deployment is crucial for enhancing connectivity, particularly in rural areas. Despite BSNL’s recent back-to-back quarterly profits, the intense […]
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India to Classify Key Telecom Systems as Critical Infrastructure Amid Rising Cyber Threats
What Is Critical Telecom Infrastructure (CTI) and Why Is India Introducing It? India is introducing Critical Telecom Infrastructure (CTI) to better protect its telecom ecosystem against state-backed cyber threats and espionage, similar to the 2023 “Salt Typhoon” breach in the US involving Chinese hackers targeting AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. Under the Telecom Act, 2023, the […]
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Understanding India’s PLI Scheme for Telecom Gear Manufacturers
India’s Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for telecom and networking products aims to boost domestic manufacturing, reduce import dependence, and position India as a global telecom hub. It offers financial incentives to companies that manufacture critical telecom equipment in India and meet yearly sales and investment targets. This article explains how the scheme works, who benefits, […]
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BSNL Plans Additional 1 Lakh 4G Towers; Cabinet Approval Awaited
State-owned telecom operator Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is set to deploy an additional 1 lakh mobile towers to expand its commercial 4G services across India, following the successful installation of the first 1 lakh towers earlier this month. Union Minister of State for Communications, Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani, confirmed in a recent interview that the […]
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Is the Government Easing Up on ‘Make in India’ for Telecom Gear?
In what appears to be a significant policy shift, the Indian government has released a new notification that hints at relaxing the stringent local sourcing requirements for telecom equipment manufacturers. This comes as a surprising turn, especially after recent years of a strong push for localization and self-reliance under the Atmanirbhar Bharat campaign. The new […]
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