5G
TRAI Recommends Auction of 5G mmWave Spectrum
India’s Telecom Regulatory Authority (TRAI) has reiterated the Department of Telecommunications (DOT) that the spectrum band which should include 600 MHz, 700 MHz, 800 MHz, 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 2100 MHz, 2300 MHz, 2500 MHz, 3300 MHz, and 26 GHz. Additionally, TRAI will initiate a consultation process to provide recommendations on new spectrum bands, especially […]
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Batelco and Ericsson Expand 4G & 5G Network Across Bahrain
Batelco, a part of the Beyon Group, has partnered with Ericsson to expand its mobile broadband network, enhancing 5G and 4G capabilities across Bahrain. This expansion involves deploying Ericsson’s latest radio access network (RAN) solutions and upgrading Batelco’s Core network infrastructure to the latest network function virtualization infrastructure (NFVI) release. The modernization also includes capacity […]
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Mobile Data in India is World Cheapest, Says DoT
India continues to lead in offering some of the world’s cheapest mobile data, driving its digital revolution, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) stated in a post on X on January 27, 2025. The department credited affordable handsets, widespread internet penetration, and low data costs for making mobile phones accessible to nearly every citizen. Bharat 🇮🇳 […]
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India Poised to Lead Global 6G Innovation, Says Ericsson India Executive: Report
India is rapidly emerging as a global leader in 5G signs with a 4.6 lakh base transcendent stations (BTS) established in 779 districts since October 2022. The rollout aims to cover 95% of the population with mid-band 5G, which is in India’s position in the top 15 countries for 5G media download speed. According to […]
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3 Bid for BSNL 5G Tender Out of 29 Companies
A total of 29 companies, including prominent names like L&T Technology, TCS, Tejas Networks, VVDN, Lekha Wireless, and HFCL, attended the pre-bid meeting for BSNL’s 5G tender in Delhi. However, only three companies—Tejas Networks, Lekha Wireless, and Galore Network—submitted bids to deploy indigenous 5G services in standalone (SA) architecture across 1,876 sites in the region. […]
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Why is UK 5G Rollout Slower?
The United Kingdom’s slower pace in 5G deployment can be attributed to structural and policy inefficiencies, despite its geographical and urbanisation advantages comparable to high-performing Nordic countries. Leading UK telecom operators include BT/EE, Virgin Media, Vodafone, Three UK, and SKY. In Q4 2024, the UK recorded 5G availability of 42.2%, falling behind Ireland (61.9%), France […]
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Vodafone Idea Collaborates with HCLSoftware to Automate 4G and 5G Networks
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has teamed up with HCLSoftware to enhance the performance of its 4G and 5G networks. Leveraging HCL Augmented Network Automation (HCL ANA), a multi-vendor self-optimizing network (MV-SON) platform, Vi aims to optimize its Ericsson and Samsung networks. This initiative focuses on improving network performance, conserving energy, and delivering superior services to its […]
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DoT Questions Adani Group on 5G Rollout Delays
Two years after acquiring 5G spectrum, the Adani Group has yet to roll out its captive networks, citing commercial unviability. The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has now sought an action plan from the group, raising the possibility of spectrum surrender. This isn’t the first time the DoT, under the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, […]
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Jio’s Unlimited 5G Plan to End on January 31, 2025
Reliance Jio, India’s largest telecom operator, is set to discontinue its New Year prepaid plan offering truly unlimited 5G. Initially launched in December 2024, the plan was available from December 11, 2024, to January 11, 2025. However, Jio has extended the offer’s availability until January 31, 2025. This extension provides customers with a final opportunity […]
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Centre Unveils ₹1.40 Lakh Crore BharatNet Plan for Inclusive Digital Growth
The Indian government is dedicated to fostering an inclusive digital ecosystem, with a comprehensive plan worth approximately ₹1.40 lakh crore under the BharatNet initiative. This program aims to connect all gram panchayats with high-speed optical fiber offering 1 Gbps connectivity. The initiative is designed to drive decentralized growth, empowering villages to become self-reliant economic hubs […]
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