Kripa B

About the author: Kirpa B is passionate about the latest advancements in Artificial Intelligence technologies and has a keen interest in telecom. In her free time, she enjoys gardening or diving into insightful articles on AI.

June 11th, 2025 11:07 AM 0 COMMENTS

TRAI Flags Misreporting in Jio and Airtel 5G AirFiber Subscriber Data: Report

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued official notices to Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel over alleged discrepancies in subscriber data reporting, according to a report by NDTV Profit citing Department of Telecommunications (DoT) sources. The notices, sent on May 27, urge both telecom giants to rectify the inconsistencies in how they classify users of their 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) services. Also Read: TRAI Backs Proposal to... Read More

June 11th, 2025 9:34 AM 2 COMMENTS

Govt Working on Relief Mechanism for Vodafone Idea Amidst Mounting AGR Dues: Report

The government is working on a mechanism to extend relief to cash-strapped telecom operator Vodafone Idea (Vi), which has sought a waiver of Rs 45,000 crore from its adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues, Minister of State for Communications Pemmasani Chandrasekhar said in an interview with The New Indian Express. Chandrasekhar stated that the government remains committed to maintaining a healthy telecom ecosystem and is holding discussions at the highest levels,... Read More

June 10th, 2025 9:55 PM 0 COMMENTS

Europe’s Fastest AI Supercomputer, Jupiter, Launched with Nvidia Grace Hopper Platform

Nvidia and the Julich Supercomputing Centre have unveiled Jupiter, Europe's fastest and most energy-efficient supercomputer, marking a significant milestone in high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities across the continent. Built on nearly 24,000 Nvidia GH200 Grace Hopper Superchips and interconnected with the Nvidia Quantum-2 InfiniBand networking platform, Jupiter is the first European supercomputer set to achieve exascale performance, capable of executing over one quintillion FP64 operations per second.... Read More

June 10th, 2025 6:28 PM 23 COMMENTS

Vodafone Idea to Launch 5G Services in Bengaluru on June 11

Vodafone Idea (Vi) has announced the launch of its 5G services in Bengaluru, with commercial availability starting June 11, 2025. With this rollout, the city joins Vi's list of 5G-enabled locations including Mumbai, Delhi-NCR, Patna, and Chandigarh. The expansion is part of the company's broader plan to cover all 17 priority circles where it has secured 5G spectrum by August this year, Vodafone Idea said in an exchange filing on... Read More

June 10th, 2025 3:01 PM 0 COMMENTS

Airtel Prepaid Plans With OTT Benefits Detailed: June 2025 Edition

Indian telecom operator Bharti Airtel has recently launched prepaid plans that come bundled with multiple OTT benefits, which the company calls All-in-One OTT Entertainment Packs. The company has also bundled entertainment packs with unlimited 5G data and unlimited calls, facilitating unlimited entertainment and mobility services. If you are someone looking to recharge with Airtel prepaid packs bundled with OTT entertainment subscriptions, then look no further—this story will help you with... Read More

June 10th, 2025 10:59 AM 16 COMMENTS

DoT Urges States to Prefer BSNL, MTNL for Telecom Services, Citing Data Security: Report

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has written to all state governments and Union Territories, urging them to prioritise the services of state-run telecom operators Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL) and Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd (MTNL) for internet, broadband, landline, and leased line requirements. The move, citing national data security considerations, has triggered concern among private telecom and internet service providers (ISPs), who reportedly say it could distort market competition. Also... Read More

June 9th, 2025 8:50 PM 0 COMMENTS

Qualcomm to Acquire Alphawave Semi, Collaborate with E& on 5G Edge AI, Acquire Autotalks and More

Qualcomm is making significant strategic moves to expand its artificial intelligence and connectivity capabilities across key markets. Through a series of acquisitions and partnerships, the company is enhancing its presence in AI computing, automotive V2X communications, edge technologies, and next-generation data centers. Below are key developments driving innovation and connectivity. Also Read: AI: Nvidia AI Factories in Saudi Arabia, DataVolt-Supermicro Deal, AWS-Humain AI Zone and More 1. Qualcomm to Acquire... Read More

June 9th, 2025 6:00 PM 0 COMMENTS

OpenAI and IndiaAI Mission Partner to Launch OpenAI Academy in India

ChatGPT maker OpenAI has partnered with IndiaAI Mission under the Ministry of Electronics and IT, Government of India, to launch its first international education platform, OpenAI Academy India. The initiative, launched last Thursday, marks the first international expansion of OpenAI's online learning platform aimed at broadening access to artificial intelligence (AI) learning for diverse learner groups across the country. India has the second-largest user base for ChatGPT, according to previous... Read More

June 9th, 2025 10:44 AM 7 COMMENTS

India Adds Over 3,000 5G BTS in May 2025, Marking a Slower Rollout

India added 3,299 new 5G base stations (BTS) in May 2025, lower than the number rolled out in previous months—April and March 2025. Vodafone Idea (Vi) claims to be in the process of rolling out 5G in 17 priority circles, where the telco has acquired 5G spectrum, by August 2025. This means roughly three months for the telco to complete its 5G rollout. The state-run telco BSNL is also in... Read More

June 8th, 2025 11:01 PM 24 COMMENTS

India Achieves 95 Percent Population Coverage With 4G, and Over 80 Percent With 5G: MoS Telecom

India's progress in telecom infrastructure was highlighted by Minister of State for Communications and Rural Development, Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar. During the 11th BRICS Communications Ministers' Meeting held in Brasilia, Brazil, India reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive, sustainable, and future-ready digital development, according to the Ministry of Communications. Also Read: New Telecom Policy Targets One Million Jobs by 2030 From Digital Divide to Global Digital Leadership Chandra Sekhar highlighted India's digital... Read More

June 7th, 2025 8:59 PM 0 COMMENTS

Jio and TM Forum Members Collaborate to Develop Architectures That Enable AI at Scale

Reliance Jio has outlined its next phase of growth, placing artificial intelligence (AI), data, and 5G at the heart of its strategy. The telco added over six million new subscribers in the first quarter of 2025, taking its total subscriber base to 488.2 million. Average revenue per user (ARPU) rose to Rs 206.2, despite recent consumer price increases. Jio's 5G Network Traffic Jio's 5G network now handles 45 percent of... Read More

June 7th, 2025 7:48 PM 0 COMMENTS

GSMA Flags High Spectrum Prices, Stresses 5G-Advanced and AI as Top Priorities: Report

High spectrum costs are placing a growing burden on telecom operators and could hinder network investments, particularly in underserved regions, warned the GSMA, the global mobile industry association. In an interaction with ETTelecom, GSMA Director General Vivek Badrinath outlined the organisation’s strategic priorities, including closing the mobile usage gap, expanding 5G and 5G-Advanced (5GA), promoting responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI), and safeguarding critical infrastructure. Also Read: GSMA Urges Regulatory... Read More

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