Optic Fiber Cable
Seamless Connection During Maha Kumbh Mela 2025
As the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 approaches, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has ramped up efforts to ensure seamless communication for millions of pilgrims and visitors in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Significant upgrades to telecom infrastructure across the city, the Mela grounds, and key public areas aim to support the massive turnout at the world’s largest […]
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Turk Telekom Launches 5G-Driven Smart Agriculture Initiative
Turk Telekom has launched a pilot 5G network in the town of Çorum, focusing on developing digital agriculture applications to revolutionize the agricultural sector. Collaborating with ZTE, the project uses drones to monitor crops and farming infrastructure, collecting real-time data to enable automated processes such as irrigation and fertilization. By integrating cutting-edge technologies like drones […]
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Over 2.14 lakh Gram Panchayats Connected with Broadband, Centre Says
BharatNet, the world’s largest rural broadband connectivity program, has successfully connected over 2.14 lakh gram panchayats using optical fiber, radio, and satellite technologies, the government announced on 21 Dec. Launched in October 2011, this ambitious initiative aims to provide affordable high-speed internet access to every gram panchayat across the country. The Ministry of Communications […]
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DoT Plans Framework for Undersea Cable Repair and Maintenance in India
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is working on a framework to establish a robust system for repairing and maintaining undersea cables in India. The initial setup cost is estimated at ₹2,500–₹3,000 crore, excluding additional expenses for labor, training, and maintaining cable inventory. Each repair operation costs approximately ₹20 crore, with an average of 4–5 repairs […]
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India’s Strategic Role in Global Submarine Cable Infrastructure Highlighted by Ministry of Communications
Submarine telecommunication cables carry about 99% of global internet traffic, enabling essential services and seamless connectivity. By 2024, over 500 active and planned submarine cable systems are operational, handling massive data transmission with remarkable efficiency. However, these cables are highly vulnerable, with 150–200 faults reported globally each year due to fishing, anchoring, natural hazards, and […]
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Google Introduces New Subsea Cable Systems Under Australia Connect Initiative
Introducing the Bosun Subsea Cable Google has announced the Australia Connect initiative, a significant investment to strengthen digital connectivity and resilience across Australia and the broader Indo-Pacific region. As part of this initiative, Google will develop new subsea cable systems, building on its existing Pacific Connect infrastructure, according to a Google Cloud blog post. […]
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The Future of Telecom: Advancing Digital Connectivity with 6G, Open Architectures, and Fiber Networks
Telecom networks form the backbone of digital advancements, driving innovation and fostering global interconnectivity. From the advent of the internet to mobile technologies, each leap forward has shaped a more connected world. Recent advancements like 5G, fiber optics, and advanced wireless systems are not only enhancing connectivity but also propelling economic growth and improving living […]
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Data Centers and 5G Expansion Fueling Fiber Cable Boom
A data centre boom globally, in addition to rapid 5G rollouts, is silently propelling the growth of another ancillary industry: Optic fibre cables (OFCs). With top dollar expected to flow into the segment in the next decade, service providers and fibre manufacturers are looking to simultaneously strengthen deployment locally and double down on building capacities […]
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Italy in Talks with Google to Establish Submarine Cable Network Base Stations in Sicily
Alphabet’s Google is in discussions with the Italian government to establish base stations in Sicily for a submarine fiber optic cable network across the Mediterranean, according to cabinet undersecretary Alessio Butti. Speaking during a Group of Seven ministerial meeting, Butti stated, “Google is very interested, and we are in talks about base stations in Sicily.” […]
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HFCL Projects 70% Fiber Optic and 50% Telecom Equipment Revenue from Exports in 3 Years
Domestic telecom gear maker HFCL anticipates that 70% of its revenue from the fiber optic segment and half of its network equipment business will come from exports within the next three years, according to Managing Director Mahendra Nahata. He noted a growing demand for 5G equipment following the widespread installation of 5G mobile towers across […]
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