6G
India Leads in 6G Patents with Focus on Network Core and Radio Components
India’s focus on 6G technology patents centers on radio and core components, with the government actively investing in indigenous capabilities, stated Devusinh Chauhan, Minister of State for Communications, during a session in Rajya Sabha. The government is committed to leading the development of ultra high-speed wireless broadband technology, dedicating funds to research and development through […]
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India Caught in 6 GHz Spectrum Struggle Between China and the US
In the ongoing ITU World Radiocommunication Conference 2023 (WRC-23) in Dubai, a global tussle between the US and China over the 6GHz spectrum has drawn India into the conflict. The WRC-23 will determine whether the band should be designated for mobility, as desired by Indian telcos, or be delicensed for WiFi, as advocated by major […]
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Airtel’s Strategic Embrace of Industrial G for Post-5G Growth
After the successful rollout of 5G services for mobile users, Airtel is strategically shifting its focus to industrial G for future growth. Recognizing that innovations in the mobile space have reached a plateau, the telecom operator sees the potential for significant advancements in industrial applications, particularly in the Internet of Things (IoT) arena. A top […]
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Ericsson’s Strategic Insights: Navigating India’s 5G Triumph and Preparing for 6G Transition
In its financial report for the October-December 2022 quarter, Ericsson reported a significant 21% increase in sales, attributing the growth to the company’s success in gaining market share in the 5G sector in India. Priyanka Anand, Vice President and Head of HR for South East Asia, Oceania & India at Ericsson, provided insights into the […]
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Telecom Operators Advocate for Increased Spectrum Allocation to Facilitate Seamless 5G Services and 6G Rollout
The telecom industry has called on the government to allocate additional airwaves to facilitate the seamless delivery of 5G and 6G services. According to SP Kochhar, the director-general of the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), each telecom operator requires around 2 GHz in the mid-band for 5G/6G use by 2030. The preferred spectrum for […]
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5G to 6G: India’s Telecom Sector Poised for a Transformative Leap
About a year ago, India marked a significant milestone in mobile communication with the launch of 5G-able telecom services. The famous Pragati Maidan, the annual India Mobile Congress (IMC), hosted 2022, became one of the country’s first sites for wide public use of 5G telecom services. Proceed rapidly in a year, and there have been […]
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Nokia Predicts India Emerging as a 6G R&D Hub, Second Phase of 5G Deployment in 2024
Finnish telecommunications equipment manufacturer Nokia has highlighted India’s growing role as a key hub for 6G research, development, and application innovation in the near future. The company foresees the commencement of Indian telecom operators’ monetization journey in 2024, ushering in the second phase of 5G network expansion. Nokia has made significant contributions in this regard, […]
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5G/6G, Satellite Communication, and Semiconductors Poised to Inject $240 Billion into India’s Economy Over the Next 5 Years
As India aspires to become the world’s third-largest economy, cutting-edge technologies encompassing 5G/6G, satellite communication (SatCom), and semiconductors are poised to be instrumental in achieving this goal. Collectively, these three technologies are expected to contribute around $240 billion to the nation’s economy over the next five years and are projected to add approximately 1.6% to […]
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Ericsson Launches “India 6G” Program in India
Ericsson, a prominent player in the field of telecommunications, operates three Research & Development Centers in India located in Chennai, Bengaluru, and Gurgaon. The “India 6G” team is a dedicated group of seasoned research leaders and experienced researchers specializing in Radio, Networks, AI, and Cloud technologies. Their mission is to develop foundational solutions that will […]
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India Will be at Lead in 6G, Says PM Modi in IMC 2023
One year after introducing India’s official 5G services, Prime Minister Narendra Modi graced the stage at the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2023, reflecting on the government’s commitment to making technology accessible to all. IMC’s theme for this year, ‘Global Digital Innovation,’ mirrors India’s proactive stance in embracing emerging technologies like 5G, artificial intelligence (AI), Cloud, […]
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