Vodafone Idea (Vi), the third-largest telecom operator, will soon raise prices for 5G access. If you paid attention, Jio and Airtel are offering 5G with 2GB daily data plans. This puts their 5G at a certain premium. As for Vodafone Idea, the 5G access comes with plans that cost Rs … Read More
5G Advanced is set to become a key driver of monetisation for telecom operators, offering enhanced features such as network slicing, edge computing, and ultra-reliable low-latency communications (URLLC), which open up new revenue streams, according to a senior Ericsson executive. Also Read: Ericsson Executive Says Vodafone Idea Can Become Stronger … Read More
India is emerging as a credible hub for innovation, manufacturing, and exports in the telecom and electronics sectors, as global supply chains diversify away from China, according to Swedish telecom company Ericsson. The company is ramping up local production, deepening component sourcing, and transforming its India unit into a research … Read More
Reliance Jio, India’s largest telecom operator, has beaten Airtel by a huge margin in adding new FWA (fixed-wireless access) subscribers in the country. The company’s 50-day free trial offer is likely helping it in adding new connections fast. Further, Jio’s 5G FWA service is available in more areas compared to … Read More
Reliance Jio says its Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) service, AirFiber 5G internet, has led the digital revolution in Punjab, transforming both urban and rural regions. According to Jio, citing data from Statista, India’s internet penetration rate increased to over 52 percent in 2024—from about 14 percent in 2014. Jio claims … Read More
The GSM Association (GSMA) has urged India to assume a “statesman role” in shaping a forward-looking spectrum strategy that supports its 5G expansion and future 6G ambitions. This comes in the wake of the Centre’s decision to delicense the lower 6GHz band (5925–6425 MHz) for Wi-Fi, a move seen as a … Read More
Bharti Airtel will adopt 5G Standalone (SA) technology in a phased manner, with a clear emphasis on ensuring optimal user experience rather than rushing into deployment for the sake of technology, according to Vice Chairman and Managing Director Gopal Vittal. Speaking during the company’s Q4 FY2025 earnings call, Vittal said … Read More
Bharti Airtel has several prepaid plans under its portfolio that offer 5G to consumers. Today, we will look at the cheapset 5G plan from Airtel. The telco has spread its 5G network in many parts of the country. People who recharge with the 2GB daily data plans of Airtel get … Read More
Reliance Jio’s cheapest prepaid 5G plan comes for Rs 198. This is the cheapest plan in the industry if you want 5G network bundled in your services. 5G is essentially a free service in India for consumers right now. Telcos are giving it away with 2GB daily data bundled plans. … Read More
From the UAE’s first commercial 5G network slicing launch to hyperscale data center investments and pioneering trials in network slicing and BSS transformation, the telecommunications and technology sectors in the Middle East and Africa are witnessing rapid advancements. Below are key highlights from recent initiatives driving innovation and connectivity across … Read More
Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) Chairman and Managing Director Mukesh Ambani said at the Rising Northeast Investors Summit 2025 event that Reliance Jio has already covered 90 percent of the population in Northeast India, with over 5 million 5G subscribers, and aims to double that number this year. Also Read: Jio … Read More
Bharti Airtel has reaffirmed its commitment to nationwide 5G deployment, reporting the addition of approximately 25,000 new sites during the financial year ended March 2025. The telecom major closed the quarter with a 5G customer base of 135 million, reflecting steady momentum in next-generation network adoption. Also Read: Airtel and … Read More
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