Telecom Infrastructure
Reliance Jio Begins Deploying In-House 5G Network Equipment to Cut Costs and Reduce Import Dependence
Reliance Jio has started using its own locally manufactured 5G network equipment to densify its pan-India 5G rollout—a move that could significantly reduce costs and lessen its reliance on global vendors like Ericsson. According to sources familiar with the development, Jio is installing 5G small cell sites—miniature base stations that enhance coverage in dense urban […]
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BT Group Eyes Edge Computing Expansion Using Towers and Exchanges
UK telecom giant BT Group is exploring opportunities in Edge computing by repurposing parts of its tower and telephone exchange infrastructure. In a recent interview with TelcoTitans, David McKean, Director of BT’s tower division, revealed that the company is assessing how its extensive network of sites could serve enterprise and government clients while supporting its […]
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Indus Towers Q4 Profit Slips 4% YoY Despite Revenue Growth
Indus Towers reported a 4% year-on-year decline in net profit for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, posting ₹1,779 crore in Q4 earnings. The dip was primarily driven by higher finance costs and one-time accounting adjustments related to its acquisition of telecom towers from Bharti Airtel, despite a 7.4% revenue increase to ₹7,727 crore. One-Time […]
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Vodafone Idea Cisco Deal for 4G, 5G Boost
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has announced a strategic partnership with global technology leader Cisco to modernize its network infrastructure. The initiative aims to enhance network agility, scalability, and operational efficiency while significantly improving digital experiences for both individual and enterprise users. Deploying a Next-Gen MPLS Transport Network Under this collaboration, Vi will roll out a Multiprotocol […]
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Ericsson to Localize Passive Antenna Production in India by June 2025
Ericsson Antenna System (EAS), a business unit of Swedish telecom giant Ericsson, is set to fully localize the production of passive antennas in India by June 2025. This strategic move, in partnership with Indian technology firm VVDN Technologies, marks a major expansion of Ericsson’s manufacturing footprint in the region and reinforces India’s growing role as […]
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Good Indus Towers Dividend Ahead of Q4 Results?
Telecom infrastructure provider Indus Towers is believed to have recovered the remaining ₹500 crore owed by key client Vodafone Idea (Vi), potentially paving the way for a dividend announcement, analysts said. With rising free cash flows, the company is expected to declare dividends when it releases its Q4 FY25 results on April 30. “We expect […]
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Bharti Hexacom’s Tower Deal with Indus Stalls, Market to Watch Stock Movement
Shares of Bharti Hexacom Ltd. will be in the spotlight on Friday, April 11, after the company announced it has temporarily paused its plan to sell 3,400 telecom towers to Indus Towers for ₹1,134 crore. The move comes after an intervention by Telecommunications Consultants India Limited (TCIL) — a Government of India entity that holds […]
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NBCC and RailTel Join Forces to Develop Data Centres in India and Abroad
State-owned NBCC (India) Limited and RailTel Corporation of India Limited have entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly develop data centre projects across India and overseas over the next five years. The partnership will cover the entire lifecycle of data centre development—from concept to commissioning. Defined Roles and Expertise Under the MoU, […]
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India Positioned to Become a Regional Data Hub Amid Soaring Demand
India is poised to become a leading data hub in the region, driven by a significant rise in demand for data centres, according to a report by JM Financial. Both structural and cyclical factors are contributing to this surge. Key structural drivers include a massive internet user base generating vast amounts of data, the government’s […]
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IPL 2025 News: Bharti Airtel Strengthens Network at Barsapara Cricket Stadium
Bharti Airtel, one of India’s leading telecom operators, has enhanced network connectivity at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, which is set to host IPL 2025 matches. The stadium will be the venue for two home games of Rajasthan Royals (RR), drawing thousands of cricket fans. To ensure seamless connectivity, Airtel has significantly boosted its network […]
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