5G
India’s Telecom Sector in 2023: A Year of Striking Growth and Challenges
India’s telecom sector experienced remarkable growth in 2023, marked by the nationwide rollout of 5G, positioning the country as a global leader with over 3.97 lakh 5G BTS sites across 738 districts by November. The industry boasts 1.148 billion wireless subscribers, reflecting a 1.9% growth from the previous year, with average data usage per subscriber […]
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BSNL Collaborates with IITM and Anna University to Extend 4G/5G Networks to Campuses and Enhance Student Skillsets
As a significant step towards fostering collaboration between industry and academia in the country, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has entered into a partnership with the Indian Institute of Technology – Madras (IIT-M) and Anna University (AU) through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This collaboration aims to facilitate enterprise solutions for start-ups and international training, […]
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Revolutionizing Connectivity: 6 Industries Where Private 5G is a Perfect Fit
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, the advent of private 5G networks has ushered in a new era of connectivity. While public 5G networks promise faster and more reliable internet for consumers, private 5G networks are gaining traction for their ability to cater to specific industry needs. These tailored networks offer increased security, low latency, […]
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India Secures the 10th Spot on the Global 5G Speed Rankings in 2023
India, having launched its 5G networks in October 2022, has rapidly ascended to the top echelons of global 5G speeds within just one year of official rollout. Ookla’s recent report highlights India as one of the leading countries in 5G performance for 2023, with a significant impact attributed to the swift deployment by operators in […]
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Government Efforts to Enhance Internet Connectivity in Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep
The Minister of State in the Ministry of Home Affairs provided details in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha regarding digital/broadband connectivity initiatives in the Island Union Territories. The Government of India has implemented numerous measures to enhance digital/broadband connectivity in the Island Union Territories of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep, aiming […]
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Key Considerations for Founders Incorporating 5G into Business Strategy
We’re about five years into 5G connectivity and haven’t yet seen the full potential of the technology. Still, even in its current state, 5G — the latest generation of mobile-wireless technology — can connect over longer distances and provide faster speeds than previous generations, which may make it appealing to founders. 1. Secure the right […]
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5G Standalone: Navigating Deployment Challenges
The initial iteration of 5G, known as non-standalone (NSA), relies on a 4G core network to anchor the new 5G radio access network (RAN) and has successfully reached over a billion subscribers globally. However, the subsequent version, 5G standalone (SA), which eliminates the need for a 4G anchor network and supports advanced technologies like Voice […]
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Airtel 5G Plus My-wifi Portable Router Now Available for Purchase
Airtel has quietly introduced the Airtel 5G Plus My-wifi portable router on Flipkart, appearing on the platform a few days ago following its listing a month earlier. The device resembles the Airtel 4G Hotspot but is equipped with a small screen displaying 5G signal strength, date and time, battery status, the number of connected devices, […]
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Anticipating 2024 in India: 5G, Rural Connectivity, and Satcom
The upcoming year is poised to be pivotal for the Indian telecom industry, grappling with the imperative to realize returns on 5G investments while witnessing the growth of the satellite communication (satcom) ecosystem. The year could also accentuate India’s telecom duopoly, with a potential focus on rural connectivity by telecommunication companies. 5G Monetization: Year of […]
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Viettel Empowers Indian Industries with Cutting Edge Private 5G
Viettel High Technology Industries Corporation (Viettel High Tech) and QuadGen Wireless Solutions Pvt Ltd. (QuadGen) recently celebrated the handover ceremony of Private 5G, a remarkable achievement resulting from Viettel’s research, manufacturing, and supply efforts in collaboration with QuadGen. This achievement transpired only five months after both entities signed a service provision contract for the Indian […]
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