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Kripa B June 6th, 2025 10:10 AM 0 COMMENTS

Tech Industry Urges DoT to Revise 6 GHz Wi-Fi Power Norms, Align with Global Standards: Report

The technology industry has called on the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to revise proposed power levels for wireless devices operating in the delicensed 6 GHz spectrum band, warning that current limits may hinder the performance of next-generation applications and restrict consumer access to affordable, high-speed Wi-Fi. Also Read: Delicensing of 6 GHz Band for Wi-Fi Will Boost Innovation in India, Says Telecom Minister DoT’s Draft Rules for 6 GHz Band... Read More

Kripa B May 28th, 2025 3:32 PM 0 COMMENTS

DoT Urges ISPs to Leverage BharatNet Infrastructure Amid Renewed Push for Rural Connectivity: Report

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has called upon internet service providers (ISPs) to actively utilise the BharatNet infrastructure in an effort to bridge the digital divide in India's rural landscape. This renewed appeal comes as the government accelerates efforts under the amended BharatNet programme, with a projected outlay of Rs 1.5 lakh crore. Also Read: Delicensing of 6 GHz Band for Wi-Fi Will Boost Innovation in India, Says Telecom Minister... Read More

Kripa B May 27th, 2025 7:46 PM 2 COMMENTS

Delicensing of 6 GHz Band for Wi-Fi Will Boost Innovation in India, Says Telecom Minister: Report

The Central government's decision to delicense the lower 6 GHz spectrum band (5925 MHz to 6425 MHz), paving the way for the rollout of next-generation Wi-Fi technologies such as Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 will boost innovation in the country, Union Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said on May 27, according to a report by ETTelecom. Also Read: Centre Notifies Draft Rules to Delicense Lower 6 GHz Band for Wi-Fi Use... Read More

Kripa B May 25th, 2025 11:37 PM 0 COMMENTS

Tamil Nadu to Connect One Crore Rural Homes with High-Speed Internet: Report

The Tamil Nadu government is set to launch a large-scale initiative to provide high-speed internet connectivity to one crore rural households per year. The project is being implemented under the Central government's BharatNet programme, which aims to bridge the digital divide across rural India, according to an IANS report. Also Read: Getting India’s Next 100 Million Broadband Users Will Be Very Challenging Rural Connectivity Push in Tamil Nadu The initiative... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur May 23rd, 2025 1:20 PM 21 COMMENTS

Jio vs Airtel: Who has the Best Entry-Level Broadband Plan

Both Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio have converted their broadband service into a single entity so that people don't get confused between AirFiber and fiber. JioHome is now the broadband business of Jio, which contains both FWA (fixed-wireless access) and fiber. Airtel has Wi-Fi business in the same way. Today, we will be diving into the entry-leve broadband plans offered by both the companies to determine which one offers a... Read More

Srikapardhi May 23rd, 2025 12:55 AM 0 COMMENTS

Airtel Nigeria 5G Expansion, Lumen Fiber Deal, Vodafone-MediaTek 277 Mbps Uplink and More

May 2025 has been a pivotal month for the global telecom industry, marked by technology integrations, major acquisitions, and expanded network investments. Key players like Telefonica, Charter, Airtel, and Vodafone are driving innovation and connectivity improvements across Europe, Africa, and the Americas. Here are the latest developments in the global telecom and technology sectors: Also Read: Ooredoo Kuwait 5G Advanced Readiness, Du GPUaaS Launch, MasOrange 5.5G Network and More 1.... Read More

Kripa B May 21st, 2025 8:00 PM 3 COMMENTS

Telcos to Oppose DoT’s Move to Delicense Lower 6GHz Band, Citing 5G Expansion Concerns: Report

Telecom operators are preparing to oppose the Department of Telecommunications’ (DoT) draft proposal to delicence the lower 6GHz spectrum band, citing major concerns over 5G network expansion in India, Business Standard reported, quoting Industry sources. The DoT has proposed unlicensed use of the 5925–6425 MHz band — part of the coveted 6GHz mid-band spectrum — for low-power indoor and very low-power outdoor applications, such as Wi-Fi services. The proposal, currently... Read More

Srikapardhi May 21st, 2025 1:43 PM 0 COMMENTS

GSMA Urges Governments to Lower Spectrum Costs for Sustainable Global Digital Growth

The GSMA has urged the governments and regulators worldwide to reassess spectrum pricing policies, warning that disproportionately high spectrum costs are hampering investment in mobile infrastructure and threatening the expansion of digital economies. In its newly published Global Spectrum Pricing Report, the GSMA highlights that although both consumer prices for mobile services and the average cost of spectrum have fallen, the overall cost burden on mobile network operators (MNOs) has... Read More

Srikapardhi May 20th, 2025 3:34 PM 2 COMMENTS

Airtel Prioritises Home Broadband Growth Over Smart Home Adjacent Services

Bharti Airtel has decided to slow down its foray into smart home adjacencies, such as home surveillance and security, as it sharpens its focus on scaling its core home broadband business. Speaking during the Q4 FY2025 earnings call, Gopal Vittal, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Bharti Airtel, said the company's earlier efforts in home security, including advanced camera systems bundled with broadband, had met with only modest success. Also... Read More

Kripa B May 19th, 2025 12:25 PM 5 COMMENTS

Centre Notifies Draft Rules to Delicense Lower 6 GHz Band for Wi-Fi Use

The Central government has released draft rules to delicense the lower portion of the 6 GHz spectrum band, a move expected to significantly enhance the deployment of next-generation Wi-Fi technologies in India. The rules will enable the use of low-power and very low-power wireless equipment, particularly benefiting broadband providers and technology firms using Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7. COAI and BIF: What Did COAI and Broadband India Forum Say About... Read More

Kripa B May 19th, 2025 10:09 AM 0 COMMENTS

New Telecom Policy Targets One Million Jobs by 2030: Report

The government plans to boost telecom products exports, with a focus on achieving universal connectivity and creating one million new jobs by 2030. The policy, currently being finalised by the Ministry of Communications in consultation with stakeholders, outlines a roadmap to transform India's telecom and digital infrastructure over the next five years, The Economic Times reported, citing officials familiar with the matter. Also Read: India’s Digital Economy to Outpace Agriculture,... Read More

Kripa B May 17th, 2025 1:33 AM 1 COMMENTS

Reliance Jio Offers Extra Validity on Long-Term JioHome Plans

Reliance Jio has rolled out a new offer for its JioHome users, providing free benefits in the form of extended validity for those opting for long-term plans. The company recently rebranded its AirFiber and Fiber services under the unified branding of JioHome. JioHome subscribers who choose 3-month, 6-month, or 12-month plans will receive additional validity at no extra cost under this newly launched offer. Check out the eligible plans and... Read More