Telecom Equipment
DoT Plans PLI Scheme Overhaul to Boost Telecom Equipment Exports
The government plans to revamp the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for the telecom sector to boost exports and integrate more micro and small enterprises into the manufacturing ecosystem. The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has over Rs 1,000 crore in surplus funds, making funding for the expanded scheme feasible. This expansion aims to establish a comprehensive […]
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India is Exporting Telecom Equipment to 70 Countries, Says Report
India is exporting domestically developed and manufactured telecom gear to over 70 countries worldwide. Companies such as Tejas Networks, HFCL, C-DoT, and Reliance Jio are leading this initiative by producing telecom equipment locally, including a portfolio of RAN and core equipment for 5G and 4G developed by Jio. Madhu Arora, an official from the Department […]
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Ericsson Exploring Possibilities for Indian Telecom Equipment Export Option
Swedish telecom equipment manufacturer Ericsson is considering the potential for exporting telecom network equipment from India, according to a senior company executive. “India rolled out 5G on a massive scale last year, and we produced everything from our Indian manufacturing facility. We scaled up our capabilities to meet the requirements of the Indian market. Going […]
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Indian Telcos Concerned Over Equipment Theft, Urge DoT to Block Certain Websites
Indian telecom operators are expressing discontent as incidents of active equipment theft reach unprecedented levels. The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), representing Indian telecom operators, recently addressed a letter to the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) seeking assistance. According to COAI, since October 2023, incidents of telecom equipment theft, particularly Remote Radio Units (RRUs) and […]
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Government Plans Incentives to Boost Telecom Equipment Production Expansion
Telecom equipment manufacturers are poised to receive relief as the government plans to roll out incentives to boost their production capacity, aiming to decrease reliance on imports from overseas. Valued at Rs 400 crore, the incentives are slated for release within a week to selected firms following thorough verification. According to a source familiar with […]
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