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5G Near Airports to be Launched in Next Year
Residents near 124 airports in the country may soon access 5G services starting January 1 next year, as the government mandates the replacement or upgrade of radio altimeters in all old aircraft by the end of 2024. The rollout of 5G services in and around airports has been restricted due to concerns that spectrum in […]
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DoT Launches Sangam: Digital Twin
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has initiated the ‘Sangam: Digital Twin’ project, leveraging artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and the Internet of Things (IoT) to enhance infrastructure planning. Digital twin technology creates virtual replicas of physical assets, enabling real-time monitoring, simulation, and analysis for iterative experimentation. The project aims to showcase practical implementations of […]
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5G Use Case Labs: A Review on NTIPRIT workshop at IIT Guwahati
A two-day workshop titled “5G Use Case Labs: Awareness and Pre-Commissioning Readiness” commenced on February 12, 2024, at IIT Guwahati, inaugurated by Dr. Neeraj Mittal, Secretary (Telecom) of the Department of Telecommunications, Government of India. The event, organized by the National Telecommunications Institute for Policy Research, Innovation and Training (NTIPRIT) in Ghaziabad, saw participation from […]
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DoT Facilitates Startup-Virtual Capital Funding Similar to Shark Tank
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is spearheading a funding mechanism akin to Shark Tank India to bolster startups, particularly those focusing on next-gen technologies, in a bid to foster domestic technology champions. According to officials familiar with the initiative, the DoT is facilitating connections between startups and venture capitalists (VCs). “We aim to offer exposure […]
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DoT Foresees Revival of FDI in India’s Telecom Sector
India’s telecom sector is poised for a resurgence in foreign direct investment (FDI) over the next few years, buoyed by recent regulatory changes. The recent opening of satellite communications to the private sector and the introduction of the Telecommunications Act are expected to enhance the sector’s appeal and spur investment, according to analysts and industry […]
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Government Launches Bharat 5G Portal
On the sidelines of Bharat Telecom 2024, that had Communications Today as its media partner, Dr Neeraj Mittal, Chairman, Digital Communications Commission and Secretary, Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Ministry of Communications (MoC), launched the “Bharat 5G Portal- an integrated portal.” As part of its initiatives, the DoT announced a call for 6G R&D proposals on […]
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Invitation for Proposals: Research on 6G Ecosystem Development by DoT
India’s rapid advancement in 5G deployment has propelled the government to initiate groundwork on the next frontier of telecom technology, as it now seeks proposals to expedite research on the development of the 6G ecosystem. Neeraj Mittal, the Telecom Secretary, unveiled the “Bharat 5G Portal – an integrated portal” on Tuesday, designed to serve as […]
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DoT Anticipates Limited Revenue during Spectrum Auctions 2024
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has revised its anticipated revenue from the forthcoming spectrum auctions, signaling a significant reduction in expected earnings. Initially, the government aimed to generate Rs 5,000 crores from the spectrum auctions scheduled for the last quarter of FY24. However, a report that DoT has slashed the revenue target to Rs 500 […]
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Prospects Dim for Telecom Spectrum Auction amid Likely License Renewals
The upcoming telecom spectrum auction is anticipated to be lackluster, with telecom service providers (TSPs) largely focused on renewing existing licenses rather than making significant new investments. In the previous auction held in 2022, the government garnered ₹1,50,173 crore, with Reliance Jio emerging as the highest bidder, acquiring radio waves worth €88,078 crore. However, industry […]
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Government Panel Examines 5G Deployment Challenges at Airports
A panel led by principal scientific adviser Ajay Kumar Sood has been assigned the task of resolving the contentious issue surrounding the rollout of 5G services near airports, considering concerns related to aircraft and passenger safety. According to senior officials familiar with the matter, a broader panel has been formed to address the “5G matter” […]
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