5G
Indian Army Introduces First Indigenous 4G Base Station by Signaltron
The Indian Army has inducted its first-ever indigenous chip-based 4G mobile base station, procured from Bangalore-based firm Signaltron via the government e-marketplace portal. Signaltron’s founder, Himamshu Khasnis, informed that the chip used in the Sahyadri LTE base stations was developed by Signalchip. Founded in 2010, Signalchip is a fabless semiconductor company dedicated to developing chips […]
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Germany to Phase Out Huawei and ZTE Components from 5G Networks
Germany announced on Thursday that it will phase out the use of components from Chinese telecom giants Huawei and ZTE in its 5G networks over the coming years due to national security concerns. The interior ministry stated that parts from these firms will no longer be used in “core” 5G mobile networks by the end […]
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DoT to Host Hackathon on 5G and 6G Technologies
The Department of Telecommunications (DOT) is set to host the “5G/6G and Emerging Technologies Hackathon” this September. This initiative seeks to unite innovators, industry leaders, and academics to explore the cutting-edge of next-generation telecom technologies, according to a department statement. The World Telecommunication Standardisation Assembly (WTSA2024) will take place in New Delhi from October 15 […]
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Telefonica Germany to Expand 5G Network Along Motorways
Telefonica Germany (O2 Telefonica) has entered into a cooperation agreement with Autobahn, the company managing highways, and the Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport to expand the 5G network along highways. Telefonica aims to enhance mobile connectivity by deploying 5G technology along the 13,200-kilometer motorway network to accommodate increasing mobile data traffic. Expanding the 5G […]
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Union Budget 2024: Govt Focus on Boosting 5G & 6G Development
The upcoming Union Budget is expected to include initiatives aimed at boosting India’s 5G ecosystem and allocating funds for further research and development in 6G, according to officials from the Department of Telecommunications. Officials stated that 5G infrastructure will serve as the foundation for developing 6G technology, which promises a new spectrum of solutions. As […]
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Successful 5G Communications Test at High Altitude by Japanese Researchers
On May 28, Japanese researchers announced a successful test of 5G communications equipment in the 38 gigahertz band from an altitude of 4 kilometers. This experiment was focused on developing an aerial relay backhaul using millimeter-wave band links between ground stations and a simulated High-Altitude Platform Station (HAPS), a radio station aboard an uncrewed aircraft […]
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5G Balloons Tested Successfully, 5G Drones Project Trial to be Initiated Soon
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has successfully conducted a trial to provide 5G connectivity using balloons, aiming to enhance communication during disasters or emergencies. This innovative approach leverages high-altitude balloons to establish a stable and wide-reaching 5G network, ensuring uninterrupted communication when ground-based infrastructure is compromised. Following this successful trial, the DoT is planning to […]
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Vodafone Idea 5G Rollout Minimum Requirement Completed
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 […]
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HCLTech and Tecnotree Collaborate to Develop 5G-Driven GenAI Solutions for Telcos
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 […]
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5G Intelligent Village | Smart Village Proposals Announced by DoT
In a significant move towards promoting innovation and entrepreneurship in India, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has announced two major calls for proposals aimed at driving technological advancement in the telecommunications sector. These initiatives, part of the Jai Anusandhan campaign, highlight DoT’s commitment to fostering indigenous R&D, promoting intellectual property creation, and achieving inclusive digital […]
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