5G
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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Challenges in Timely Permissions Hampers Telecom Infrastructure Deployment in UP
Telecom infrastructure deployment is facing significant hurdles in the state of Uttar Pradesh (UP), causing concerns for both telecom operators and infrastructure providers (IPs). The Digital Infrastructure Providers Association (DIPA) has highlighted the delays in obtaining permissions for deploying telecom infrastructure in UP. Despite the implementation of a single-window system for clearances and approvals by […]
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U.S. Initiates Establishment of 5G Military Network in Korea for Enhanced Defense Capabilities
Summary:The United States is ready to deploy a dedicated 5G mobile military network in South Korea, starting at Oson Air Base, as an important step to share real -time information during joint operation and strengthen collaborative defence abilities. In June 2025, through an agreement with the Korean government, this strategic initiative was formally aligned with […]
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5G and 6G Research Projects Garner Substantial Funding for IIT Hyderabad
The Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad (IITH) is currently engaged in significant and well-funded research projects focused on the development of indigenous 5G and 6G testbeds. Officials from the institute revealed that there are currently five projects in progress on these subjects. Three of these projects are sponsored by the Ministry of Electronics and Information […]
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India Achieves 4 Lakh 5G Sites in Less Than 15 Months
India has achieved the fastest 5G rollout globally, surpassing the 4 lakh milestone within 15 months of the 5G launch. Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel have been adding 2,000 base tower stations (BTSs) per week, aggressively expanding the network. Despite reaching the majority of cities, revenue from 5G services is yet to materialize, as telecom […]
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DGCA Rejects Telecom Operators’ Proposal for 5G in Indian Airports due to Safety Concerns
5G deployment has been rapidly expanding across various regions in India. However, one notable area where telecom operators are refraining from introducing 5G is airports. The concern revolves around the potential interference of 5G frequencies with the altimeter frequencies inside aircraft, posing a risk of accidents. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued […]
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5G Service Extends to Approximately 100 Million Users in India
India has achieved one of the swiftest 5G rollouts globally, reaching 738 districts and serving around 100 million users, according to a statement made by Minister of State for Communications, Devusinh Chauhan, in the Lok Sabha. As of November 24, 2023, 5G networks have been deployed across 738 districts, boasting a total of 3,94,298 base […]
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Airtel’s Evaluation Raises Questions on Taara Technology for Backhaul Deployment
Bharti Airtel, India’s second-largest telecom operator, is reconsidering Taara as its primary choice for wireless backhaul technology. Taara, developed by Alphabet, Google’s parent company, was initially intended to be the backhaul for Airtel’s 4G/5G services. However, field trials revealed limitations, particularly in terms of efficiency during adverse weather conditions. Airtel found that Taara’s performance declines […]
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Enhancing Accessibility and Immersion: 5G’s Impact on the Paris Olympics Viewing Experience
The upcoming Paris Olympics, scheduled for July 26 to August 11, 2024, is poised to showcase an impressive array of technology to ensure its smooth operation. Organizers have outlined ambitious plans, including 12,000 connected screens, 8,000 WiFi terminals, and 13,000 computers linked by almost 250,000 miles of fiber-optic cable. Unlike traditional paper tickets, the 2024 […]
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