The expiring spectrum in 2024 and the unsold spectrum from the 2022 Spectrum Auction were put up for auction this year to meet the spectrum requirements of Telecom Service Providers (TSPs) and ensure continuity and growth of services. All available spectrum in the 800 MHz, 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 2100 MHz, 2300 MHz, 2500 MHz, […]
Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL) has announced the completion of its minimum 5G rollout obligation as required by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). Initially, VIL had confirmed 5G rollout in a few circles, but it has now met the requirement for all mandated circles. The telecom department had instructed telcos to roll out 5G in both […]
Businesses worldwide are leveraging AI and generative AI (GenAI) to streamline tasks and processes. GenAI can reduce costs and learn continuously to assist with queries and other tasks. In a significant development, HCLTech, a major tech company, announced a partnership with Tecnotree, a leader in telecom business support systems (BSS), to develop 5G-led GenAI solutions […]
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has started home delivery of SIM cards to its customers, though this service is currently limited to Gurugram and Ghaziabad. This service is available for prepaid connections, and customers can order a SIM card by visiting their website. Hassle-Free SIM Delivery!Get your #BSNL_SIM without stepping out. Order here: https://t.co/TKz5FyMczs*Available in […]
Boston Consulting Group (BCG) is developing a three-year roadmap for Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) to help it compete effectively with private telecom giants like Jio and Airtel. BSNL will pay BCG Rs 132 crore for this advisory service. The consulting firm will advise BSNL on key areas such as reducing operational costs, increasing revenue, […]
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has identified surplus land parcels and buildings owned by Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) nationwide, and those of Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Limited (MTNL) in Delhi and Mumbai, for outright sale to government departments, public sector undertakings (PSUs), and government organizations. This information was conveyed by DoT Secretary Neeraj Mittal on […]
Indian consumers can look forward to an enhanced 5G experience at home, as Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel are set to expand their high-speed wireless broadband services. The two leading telecom operators by market share are planning to broaden their fixed wireless access (FWA) offerings in the coming quarters to aggressively target the home and […]
Vodafone Idea (Vi) and Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) frequently make headlines as they continue to lose customers to Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel. To counter this trend, Vi needs to increase its capital expenditure, expand its 4G network, and launch 5G services as soon as possible. BSNL, meanwhile, is still in the process of […]
Airtel Xstream AirFiber has recently expanded its services to new cities across India. Initially launched in Delhi, the service gradually extended to Gurgaon and several other cities in the National Capital Region (NCR). Presently, it has been introduced in Gujarat and West Bengal as well. The current list of cities where Airtel Xstream AirFiber is […]
Telcos worldwide are facing a similar challenge as India when it comes to the deployment of 5G technology. Nitin Soni, senior director (corporates) at Fitch, notes that in countries like South Korea, Singapore, and Japan, the introduction of 5G has not led to significant increases in telco ARPU (average revenue per user), with growth remaining […]