4G

BSNL Promises Government About Network Deployment
Regulatory

BSNL Promises Government About Network Deployment

BSNL (Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited) officials have assured members of parliament (MPs) that the state-run telecom operator’s services will improve within six months, aiming to meet the target of deploying 1 lakh towers. This differs from Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia’s statement that BSNL is expected to reach this milestone by mid-2025.  MPs raised concerns over […]

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Mumbai Metro 3 Gets Vodafone Idea Connectivity
Telecom Industry

Mumbai Metro 3 Gets Vodafone Idea Connectivity

Vodafone Idea has successfully deployed its 4G network along the entire Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) to Aarey stretch of Mumbai Metro Line 3, a key infrastructure project inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday. “As Mumbai prepares to commute on this new metro route, Vi is pleased to announce the completion of its network […]

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Vodafone Idea Aims to Boost 4G Subscriber Base through Gaming and Entertainment Report
Telecom Industry

Vodafone Idea Aims to Boost 4G Subscriber Base through Gaming and Entertainment: Report

Vodafone Idea (Vi) is intensifying its efforts to grow gaming and entertainment as key service categories to boost data consumption and attract new customers, according to Chief Marketing Officer Avneesh Khosla. As Vi continues to expand its 4G network, these digital services are seen as a strategic opportunity for monetization through partnerships, Khosla noted in […]

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35000 4G Sites in India by BSNL, Says Jyotiraditya Scindia
Telecom Industry

35000 4G Sites in India by BSNL, Says Jyotiraditya Scindia

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has launched 35,000 4G sites across India, with plans to deploy 100,000 sites by mid-2025. India’s Union Telecom Minister, Jyotiraditya Scindia, confirmed that BSNL has already rolled out 35,000 4G sites and aims to reach its 1 lakh target by June 2025.  "4G सेवा के लिए #BSNL द्वारा 35,000 टावर […]

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Airtel 4G Coverage to Strengthen with $1 Billion Equipment
5G/6G

Airtel 4G Coverage to Strengthen with $1 Billion Equipment

Bharti Airtel, India’s second-largest telecom operator, is poised to award contracts worth approximately $1 billion (Rs 8,375 crore) to Ericsson and Samsung over the next three years for acquiring 4G network equipment, according to sources familiar with the matter. These new equipment deals are intended to accelerate the migration of Airtel’s remaining feature phone users […]

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Indigenous 4G Stack Set for Mid-2025 Launch
5G/6G

Indigenous 4G Stack Set for Mid-2025 Launch

India’s locally developed 4G technology stack is set to roll out by mid-next year, and the country is also targeting a 10% share in global 6G patents, according to Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia. Speaking at an industry event, Scindia emphasized that India has emerged as a symbol of hope and stability amidst global economic and […]

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BSNL MTNL Merger for 4G Expansion & Connectivity
Telecom Industry

BSNL MTNL Merger for 4G Expansion & Connectivity

BSNL and MTNL are gearing up to deliver exciting news for millions of their users. The state-owned telecom giant BSNL recently shared a video on social media, hinting at a potential shake-up in the telecom sector as it prepares to compete with private companies. The video teases the upcoming launch of superfast connectivity, highlighting BSNL’s […]

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BSNL Launches 4G in Visakhapatnam
5G/6G

BSNL Launches 4G in Visakhapatnam

BSNL officially launched 4G services in Visakhapatnam on August 29, with the rollout beginning in the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant (VSP) cluster. The coverage extends to the RINL administrative area, plant, and residential quarters, with the launch event held at Ukkunagaram. Principal GM of Visakhapatnam Telecom District, Paul William, announced that the Centre has allocated an […]

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Scindia Prioritizes Quality, Local Manufacturing, and R&D for Telecom Sector Growth
Telecom Infrastructure

Scindia Prioritizes Quality, Local Manufacturing, and R&D for Telecom Sector Growth

Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has outlined key pillars to drive the future of India’s telecom sector, emphasizing increased R&D, improved quality of service (QoS), and the development of a locally built 4G stack. In a recent interview, Scindia highlighted the country’s progress, noting that while India was a follower in 3G, it became a key […]

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Telecom Industry

BSNL 4G Launch in India Expected till October 2024

State-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is gearing up to launch its 4G services nationwide soon, having completed trials across all circles. According to a senior official, BSNL could introduce its long-awaited 4G services to customers as early as October 2024, following satisfactory trial results. To date, the telecom company has established approximately 25,000 4G […]

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