5G
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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BSNL 4G to 5G Transition will Begin in June 2025, Says Scindia
State-run telecom operator BSNL is set to begin its transition from 4G to 5G in June 2025, aligning with the completion of its 4G deployment across 100,000 sites, Union Minister for Communications and Development of the North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya Scindia, announced. Of the planned 100,000 sites, 89,000 have already been installed, with 72,000 commissioned […]
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Vodafone Idea 5G Launched in Mumbai
Vodafone Idea has officially launched its commercial 5G services in Mumbai, Maharashtra, marking its entry into the 5G race in India. The telecom operator plans to expand coverage across the country in phases, with Delhi, Punjab, Bihar, and Karnataka next in line to receive 5G connectivity. The wait is over! Now enjoy lightning fast […]
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Airtel, Ericsson & Volvo Group Team Up for AI, Digital Twins & XR on 5G-Advanced in India
Bharti Airtel, Ericsson, and the Volvo Group have joined forces in a 5G-focused research partnership to explore the potential of Extended Reality (XR), Digital Twin technologies, and AI in the manufacturing sector. The collaboration aims to revolutionize industrial operations, optimize real-time processes, and enhance workforce training through 5G and 5G-Advanced technologies. 🚀 Airtel, Ericsson & […]
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