5G
Reliance Industries AGM 2024: Jio Targets Max Share in 5G Adoption
The rising availability of affordable 5G smartphones is expected to accelerate the adoption of Reliance Jio’s 5G network, said Reliance Industries Limited Chairman Mukesh Ambani. Speaking at the company’s 47th annual general meeting, Ambani emphasized that as 5G phones become more accessible, Jio is positioned to dominate the growing 5G market in India. “Today, nearly […]
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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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India’s 5G BTS Deployment Surpasses 450,000 in July 2024
India’s 5G Base Transceiver Station (BTS) count surpassed 450,000 in July 2024. By the end of June, there were 448,709 BTS sites, which increased to 452,055 by the end of July—an addition of 3,346 sites. Every state saw a slight increase in 5G site deployment. Reliance Jio continues to lead the deployment, as it focuses […]
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Vodafone Idea CEO Discusses Challenges of 5G Deployment
Vodafone Idea’s CEO, Akshaya Moondra, recently addressed the challenges surrounding the deployment of 5G, highlighting concerns about its monetization. During an investors’ call following the company’s Q1 FY25 results, Moondra pointed out that while 5G traffic is increasing for competitors, this growth is happening largely because the service is currently offered for free. The real […]
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India to Lead in Telecom Category by 2030, Says GSMA
India has emerged as the third-largest 5G user base globally and is on course to become a leading telecom superpower by the end of this decade, according to a senior executive of the London-based GSM Association (GSMA). “India already ranks third in global 5G usage and is well-positioned to become one of the top telecom […]
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Cheapest 5G Plans of Jio and Airtel
Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio, two of India’s top telecom operators, recently announced that their 5G services will only be available with plans offering 2GB of daily data or more, making 5G plans more expensive. Jio has now introduced a new prepaid plan with 2GB of daily data, and it’s essential to be aware of […]
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DoT Trying to Sort Connectivity of 5G Near Airports
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is currently conducting tests in collaboration with the Departments of Space and Technology to ensure that 5G connections do not interfere with aircraft systems. The DoT aims to enhance 5G connectivity at approximately 124 airports across the country. If successful, by the end of September, both residents near airports and […]
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BSNL to Launch 4G, 5G Universal SIM for Seamless Switch
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL), the state-run telecom firm, is set to roll out a 4G and 5G compatible Over-The-Air (OTA) and Universal SIM (USIM) platform. This new platform will allow subscribers to choose their mobile numbers and replace SIM cards without any geographical limitations. BSNL announced that this platform, developed in collaboration with Pyro […]
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TRAI to Launch Consultation on Satellite Telecom Spectrum Allocation
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is set to begin a consultation process next month to establish the terms, conditions, and procedures for the administrative allocation of spectrum for satellite-based telecom services. This initiative reflects the rapid growth of India’s satellite communications sector, which is poised to significantly enhance the country’s telecommunications infrastructure. TRAI […]
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BSNL 4G Rollout Status- 15,000 BSNL 4G sites to be Completed
State-owned telecommunications company Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) in India has announced the completion of over 15,000 4G sites under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. This achievement was shared on X (formerly Twitter), with BSNL stating, “4G for Every Indian.” Proud to announce the milestone of 15,000+ 4G sites built under the #AtmanirbharBharat initiative. Empowering India […]
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