5G
Reliance Jio Begins Deploying In-House 5G Network Equipment to Cut Costs and Reduce Import Dependence
Reliance Jio has started using its own locally manufactured 5G network equipment to densify its pan-India 5G rollout—a move that could significantly reduce costs and lessen its reliance on global vendors like Ericsson. According to sources familiar with the development, Jio is installing 5G small cell sites—miniature base stations that enhance coverage in dense urban […]
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Vodafone Idea 5G Launched in Chandigarh and Patna
Vodafone Idea (Vi) users in Chandigarh and Patna with 5G-enabled devices can start experiencing 5G services from April 28, 2025, as the company officially announced the rollout in these cities. Vi Collaborates with Samsung for 5G Expansion To support the 5G network deployment in Chandigarh and Patna, Vi has partnered with Samsung, utilizing energy-efficient infrastructure […]
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Cheapest 5G Plans of Vodafone Idea
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has officially launched its 5G services, beginning with Mumbai. The rollout is currently limited to this city, but the telco has revealed plans to expand its 5G footprint to other regions in the coming months. For prepaid users, Vi has introduced 5G starting at ₹299, while all postpaid plans now come bundled […]
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Vodafone Idea 5G Rollout Momentum in March 2025, DoT Data Shows
India saw a significant rise in 5G base station (BTS) additions in March 2025, primarily driven by Vodafone Idea’s (Vi) initial 5G deployments, according to the latest data from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). The total number of installed 5G sites reached 4,74,000 by the end of March, reflecting an addition of 4,400 sites in […]
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Airtel IQ Business Connect: A Generative AI and 5G to Power Real-Time Enterprise Communication
Airtel IQ, Bharti Airtel’s cloud-based communication platform, is reshaping how enterprises engage with customers by integrating AI, automation, and a unified omnichannel approach. Launched in October 2020, Airtel IQ marked the telecom giant’s entry into India’s USD 1 billion cloud communications market. Today, Airtel Business, the B2B arm of Bharti Airtel, is preparing to introduce […]
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India’s Open-Source 5G/6G Push Gets a Boost from FSID, FITT, and C-DAC
In a major move to bolster India’s indigenous telecom infrastructure, three prominent organizations — the Foundation for Science Innovation and Development (FSID) at IISc Bengaluru, the Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer (FITT) at IIT Delhi, and the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) — have joined forces to develop open-source communication networks for […]
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5G Services in India: A Look at Entry-Level Plans and ARPU Growth
All three major private telecom operators in India—Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone Idea (Vi)—are now offering 5G services. While Vi has only just entered the 5G space, starting with the Mumbai circle, it now joins Airtel and Jio in providing next-gen connectivity to end users. So far, we’ve seen Airtel and Jio offer entry-level […]
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Vodafone Idea 5G to be Launched in Additional 4 Regions
Vodafone Idea (Vi) launched its 5G services in March, starting with the Mumbai circle. In April 2025, the telco confirmed plans to expand its 5G footprint to more circles, including Bihar, Delhi, Karnataka, and Punjab—bringing the total to five circles. While it’s unclear if additional regions will be added this month, Vi has already fulfilled […]
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5G Intelligent Village: Transforming Rural India with Smart Connectivity
A 5G Intelligent Village is a concept that leverages next-generation telecom networks, IoT (Internet of Things), AI, and digital infrastructure to revolutionize rural living. These villages are designed to offer seamless high-speed internet, enabling advancements in agriculture, healthcare, education, and governance through smart technology. Key Features of a 5G Intelligent Village Also Read: 5G Services […]
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India Will Have 1 Billion 5G Users by 2030, Says Neeraj Mittal
India, one of the world’s largest telecom markets, has experienced rapid 5G network expansion, driven primarily by Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel. These operators, along with their technology partners Ericsson, and Samsung, have played a crucial role in rolling out 5G services across the country. As 5G adoption continues to grow, Telecom Secretary Neeraj Mittal […]
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