4G
Vodafone Idea Partners with Tejas Networks to Enhance Backhaul for 4G and 5G Expansion
Homegrown telecom equipment manufacturer Tejas Networks has secured a three-year contract from Vodafone Idea (Vi) to supply backhaul solutions for the operator’s 4G and upcoming 5G networks. Under the agreement, Tejas Networks will provide its TJ1400 and TJ1600 packet and optical transmission systems to enhance Vi’s backhaul capacity and improve network performance across multiple regions […]
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BSNL 4G and FTTH Service Now in Aru Valley
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), India’s state-owned telecom operator, has launched 4G services in the scenic Aru Valley, a popular tourist destination in Kashmir. Surrounded by majestic mountains, Aru Valley now boasts high-speed 4G connectivity, marking a significant milestone for the region. BSNL has deployed indigenous radio access network (RAN) and core network technologies, making […]
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Airtel Ericsson Deal of Multi-Billion Dollar Extended
Ericsson has signed a multi-year, multi-billion-dollar extension agreement with Bharti Airtel to provide radio access network (RAN) products and solutions for its 4G and 5G networks. The agreement includes the deployment of centralized RAN and Open RAN-ready solutions to enhance network capacity and coverage. Under the deal, Ericsson will also deliver software upgrades for […]
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India’s Telecom BTS Count Hits 29.43 Lakh in November 2024
The total number of Base Transceiver Stations (BTS) in the Indian telecom industry reached 29.43 lakh as of November 2024, according to Minister of Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia. This marks significant growth from 6.49 lakh BTS in March 2014. Additionally, the total mobile subscriber base in India grew from 90.45 crore in March 2014 to 116.38 […]
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Vodafone Idea Highlights 100 Towers Installation Every Hour
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has been installing 100 towers every hour following the successful completion of its follow-on public offering (FPO) earlier this year. In the second quarter of FY 2024-25, the telco added around 42,000 4G sites, marking its largest-ever quarterly increase in 4G infrastructure. As part of its revival efforts, Vi raised equity funding […]
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BSNL 4G Services Now in Pangi Valley, Himachal Pradesh
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), the state-owned Indian telecom operator, has launched 4G services in the remote Pangi Valley of Himachal Pradesh. New sites have been deployed in Sural Bhaturi, Luj, Tundru, and Seri Bhatwas as part of BSNL’s broader initiative to bring connectivity to rural and underserved areas. The company has focused on cold, […]
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Bharti Airtel 4G Data Plans Offering 10GB+
Airtel offers several prepaid data plans with 10GB or more, catering to a range of user needs. The plans are priced at ₹49, ₹99, ₹161, ₹181, ₹211, and ₹361. The ₹49 and ₹99 plans are unique as they provide 20GB of lump-sum data but with limited validity of 1 and 2 days, respectively. The ₹161 […]
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Navi Mumbai Airport: Frog Cellsat to Build Network Coverage with OneDAS Deployment
Indian telecom equipment manufacturer Frog Cellsat Limited (FCL) has secured a contract valued at over Rs 16 crore with Metro Telworks Limited to deploy its OneDAS system at the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport. The agreement, finalized during India Mobile Congress 2024, marks FCL’s third major airport contract in just three months, following successful deployments […]
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BSNL Set to Inaugurate 4G Network Towers in Adilabad
The long-standing challenges faced by indigenous tribal communities in the remote regions of the former Adilabad district due to the lack of telecom signals are expected to come to an end soon. Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is nearing the completion of around 150 towers to provide 4G network coverage in these areas. For years, […]
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Vodafone Idea Grants Ericsson 4G/5G Contract in Key Operational Circles
Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL), India’s third-largest telecom operator, has awarded Ericsson a significant 4G/5G contract in key operational circles. This move will enhance Ericsson’s market share in the country’s network infrastructure business. Ericsson will assist Vodafone Idea in deploying 4G and 5G networks across existing operational areas, including Delhi, Kerala, Chhattisgarh, and Rajasthan, further expanding […]
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