Delicensing 6 Ghz band to hamper 5G, 6G roll-out in India, incur loss to exchequer: COAI
1 year, 4 months ago

Delicensing 6 Ghz band to hamper 5G, 6G roll-out in India, incur loss to exchequer: COAI

The Hindu  

Telecom industry body COAI has cautioned the telecom department that delicensing spectrum in the 6 Ghz band will hamper roll-out of 5G advance and 6G services in the country. COAI said that the 6 GHz band was the only additional contiguous spectrum available in mid-band for IMT, beyond what had already been put up in auction. The industry body cautioned the department that heeding the demand of Wifi service providers to make the 6 GHz band freely available would lead to loss of revenue to the government. “We believe that not using the available spectrum optimally and demanding more spectrum on top of that would lead to waste of such a scarce available valuable resource,” Mr. Kochhar said.

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TRAI releases four consultation papers on spectrum, mobile porting, in-building connectivity
1 year, 2 months ago

TRAI releases four consultation papers on spectrum, mobile porting, in-building connectivity

The Hindu  

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India on Wednesday released four consultation papers, on a rating framework for digital connectivity in buildings on spectrum policy, and mobile number portability. TRAI has previously deliberated on this issue, but the Department of Telecommunications requested fresh inputs due to recent technological developments in the World Radiocommunication Conferences and other global consortiums where spectrum guidelines …

6 GHz spectrum attracts telcos and broadband providers
1 year, 8 months ago

6 GHz spectrum attracts telcos and broadband providers

The Hindu  

It’s not too common to hear that a band of wireless spectrum is “close to our hearts” from the lectern of a hotel ballroom in Central Delhi. But the emerging interest in getting access to the 6 gigahertz band — which ranges from 5,925 to 7,125 megahertz — is pitting wireless telecom operators against fixed line Internet Service Providers, with …

5G speed to reduce to half if less spectrum allotted in 6GHz band: COAI
1 year, 8 months ago

5G speed to reduce to half if less spectrum allotted in 6GHz band: COAI

India TV News  

The Cellular Operators Association of India said that India must allocate more spectrum in the mid-band like 6GHz for a seamless 5G mobile service in the country. If the mid-band does not adhere then the 5G download speed would reduce to 50 per cent, when fully deployed, if less spectrum is allocated in the 6GHz band. In a letter to …

Indian telecom operators surpass 3-year 5G rollout target in six months
1 year, 9 months ago

Indian telecom operators surpass 3-year 5G rollout target in six months

The Hindu  

Indian telecom operators have surpassed the three-year 5G network rollout target given to them within six months and now the government is making efforts to enhance adoption of 5G applications across various key segments, a senior government official said here. I'm glad to say that in the first six months of 5G rollout, they have surpassed all the targets that …

6 GHz spectrum vital for India to meet national broadband mission targets, says COAI
1 year, 11 months ago

6 GHz spectrum vital for India to meet national broadband mission targets, says COAI

The Hindu  

Industry body COAI on Wednesday said it is critical to identify a 6 GHz band for mobile services, and mid-bands offering wide coverage and capacity are important for rapid and cost-efficient deployments of 5G mobile networks. The association also emphasised that the 6 GHz spectrum is vital for India to achieve the targets of the National Broadband Mission. "The industry …

6 GHz spectrum vital for super-fast 5G speed, says COAI
1 year, 11 months ago

6 GHz spectrum vital for super-fast 5G speed, says COAI

India TV News  

As India rolls out 5G at a much faster pace than expected, it is critical to identify the 6 GHz band for international mobile telecommunications services, to not only aid long-term network planning but also help the National Broadband Mission achieve broadband speeds up to 50 Mbps by 2024-25, the Cellular Operators Association of India said on Wednesday. This is …

Most airports and nearby areas unlikely to get 5G connectivity and services anytime soon. Here's why
2 years ago

Most airports and nearby areas unlikely to get 5G connectivity and services anytime soon. Here's why

Firstpost  

The DGCA and the MoCA fear that the radio altimetres and GPS used in most aircrafts will be adversely affected by the radiowaves used for 5G in India. Fearing that 5G bands that are being used by telecom companies might interfere with the navigation instruments on board most common aeroplanes, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation and the Ministry of …

PM Modi to bring 5G services in India by Oct 1- Everything you need to know
2 years, 3 months ago

PM Modi to bring 5G services in India by Oct 1- Everything you need to know

India TV News  

The National Broadband Mission under the Ministry of Communications on Saturday tweeted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will officially roll out the 5G services in India on October 1 -- the same day when the India Mobile Congress kicks off which will heavily focus on 5G and related domains. "Taking India's digital transformation & connectivity to new heights, Hon'ble PM, …

Indian Telecos to spend 19.5 billion USD on 5G infrastructure by 2025: Report
2 years, 3 months ago

Indian Telecos to spend 19.5 billion USD on 5G infrastructure by 2025: Report

India TV News  

The telecom carriers in India are reportedly expected to invest around $19.5 billion in the development of advanced infrastructure for 5G by 2025, according to a GSMA report. The report showcased that the 5G could benefit the Indian economy by 455 billion USD between 2023 and 2040, or more than 0.6 per cent of the GDP forecast for 2040, reflecting …

Majority of Indians Want To Switch 5G Network: Report
2 years, 4 months ago

Majority of Indians Want To Switch 5G Network: Report

News 18  

As India gears up to usher in the 5G era, 89 per cent of consumers wish to upgrade to 5G network in India while 48 per cent would upgrade to 5G even if it calls for switching service providers, a new report showed on Monday. According to the report by network intelligence and connectivity insights provider Ookla, 20 per cent …

5G mobile services likely to be rolled out in about a month: MoS Telecom
2 years, 4 months ago

5G mobile services likely to be rolled out in about a month: MoS Telecom

The Hindu  

The long-awaited high-speed 5G services are expected to be rolled out in about a month, Minister of State for Telecom Devusinh Chauhan said on August 8. Addressing the inaugural event of the International Telecommunication Union's Regional Standardisation Forum for Asia and Oceania region, Mr. Chauhan said India is likely to deploy indigenously developed and manufactured 5G telecom gears by end …

Explained | How will the 5G spectrum sale impact the sector?
2 years, 4 months ago

Explained | How will the 5G spectrum sale impact the sector?

The Hindu  

The story so far: The auction of telecom spectrum, including bands for offering fifth generation technology services, concluded on Monday drawing record bids exceeding ₹1.50 lakh crore. Editorial | Dialling right: On 5G spectrum sale Low-band spectrum is popular for providing wider coverage, however, the speed and latency might just be an incremental upgrade over 4G. Bharti Airtel and Reliance …

Dialling right: The Hindu Editorial on 5G spectrum sale
2 years, 4 months ago

Dialling right: The Hindu Editorial on 5G spectrum sale

The Hindu  

India’s latest auction of telecommunications spectrum, including of bands ideally suited for offering fifth generation technology services, drew bids exceeding a record ₹1.5 lakh crore in a clear sign that the industry is on the path to recovery. And in an interesting development that will need close watching, the deep-pocketed, and aggressively expanding Adani Group made its first foray into …

Well Poised to Usher in 5G Revolution in India: Bharti Airtel
2 years, 4 months ago

Well Poised to Usher in 5G Revolution in India: Bharti Airtel

News 18  

New Delhi, Aug 1: Bharti Airtel on Monday said it is well-positioned to usher in the 5G revolution in India after Sunil Mittal-led telco acquired spectrum worth Rs 43,084 crore in the auction. "Airtel now has the widest mobile broadband footprint across the country, making it well-positioned to usher in the 5G revolution in India," the statement said and claimed …

5G services in India to be launched by October, allocation by August 10, says Ashwini Vaishnaw
2 years, 4 months ago

5G services in India to be launched by October, allocation by August 10, says Ashwini Vaishnaw

India TV News  

Highlights 5G allocation will be made by August 10, says Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw The Union Minister said services are expected to be rolled out from October The government had put on offer spectrum in 10 bands but received no bids for airwaves in 600 MHz 5G Network: Union Minister for Communications, Electronics & Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday …

5G In India Explained: Why 700 MHz Is Considered As ‘Premium’ And Why Is It Important For you
2 years, 4 months ago

5G In India Explained: Why 700 MHz Is Considered As ‘Premium’ And Why Is It Important For you

News 18  

With 5G Spectrum auctions happening online in full-swing starting July 26, telcos like Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel and Adani placed bids worth Rs 1.45 lakh crore on the first day to acquire 5G spectrum. In India, the 5G spectrum that is being auctioned include 600 MHz, 700 MHz, 800 MHz, 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 2100 MHz, 2300 MHz, 2500 MHz, …

Govt Should Not Allow Backdoor Entry To Big Tech For 5G: Industry Body
2 years, 5 months ago

Govt Should Not Allow Backdoor Entry To Big Tech For 5G: Industry Body

News 18  

The Cellular Operators Association of India, the industry’s apex body representing telcos, on Thursday urged the government not to allow Big Tech companies to enter the 5G spectrum auction this month via back door channels. “If the independent entities set up private captive networks with direct 5G spectrum allotment by Department of Telecommunications, it will diminish the revenue so much …

5G will not allow direct spectrum allocation: BIF
2 years, 5 months ago

5G will not allow direct spectrum allocation: BIF

India TV News  

As India is working on for 5G spectrum auction which has been scheduled for next month, the Broadband India Forum has stated that they will not allow direct spectrum allocation to the enterprises, as it will be anti-competitive and only favour the telecom operators of India. "The Section 2.4 of the NIA on CNPN has laid down the principle that …

Cellular Operators Write to DoT Demanding Strict Regulations on Captive Private Networks
2 years, 6 months ago

Cellular Operators Write to DoT Demanding Strict Regulations on Captive Private Networks

News 18  

The Cellular Operators Association of India has urged that businesses be subjected to stringent criteria before being allowed to establish “captive non-public networks”, according to a letter sent to Department of Telecom secretary K Rajaraman. The move comes just days after the Cabinet, despite telco objections, allowed businesses to build up private networks by assigning spectrum directly to them by …

Should you buy a 5G smartphone in India? Things to know ahead of 5G spectrum auction
2 years, 6 months ago

Should you buy a 5G smartphone in India? Things to know ahead of 5G spectrum auction

India Today  

5G spectrum auctions date has finally been announced. The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the spectrum auction by Department of Telecommunications to assign spectrum to telecom operators for a successful 5G rollout in India. While the official date for commercial rollout by telecom operators is unknown, some reports suggest that 5G rollout in India will …

5G commercial roll out will first happen in 13 major cities in India
2 years, 6 months ago

5G commercial roll out will first happen in 13 major cities in India

India Today  

The government of India has approved 5G spectrum auctions, which means that 5G service will soon be rolled out in the coming months. The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given green light to spectrum pricing for 5G auctions. It was previously reported that the 5G India launch could kick off on August 15, but it doesn’t …

India to Broaden the Spectrum with 5G: 10X Faster Than 4G, Ease of Biz, AI Push, Here’s What It Means
2 years, 6 months ago

India to Broaden the Spectrum with 5G: 10X Faster Than 4G, Ease of Biz, AI Push, Here’s What It Means

News 18  

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved a proposal of the Department of Telecommunications to conduct an auction through which spectrum will be assigned to the successful bidders for providing 5G services to public and enterprises. Spectrum auction announced today is an integral part of developing Bharat Ka 5G ecosystem.” The beginning of a new era …

'Bharat Ka 5G' To Be 10X Faster Than 4G: Top 5 Things To Know About 5G Spectrum Auction in July
2 years, 6 months ago

'Bharat Ka 5G' To Be 10X Faster Than 4G: Top 5 Things To Know About 5G Spectrum Auction in July

News 18  

NEW DELHI: The government has approved 5G spectrum auction in India through which 5G services may be provided to citizens in future. Here are the key things you need to know about the 5G spectrum auction in India The government is making 5G spectrum auctions easy for companies The government is looking at measures to reduce the cost of doing …

5G to Roll Out In India Soon As Cabinet Clears Spectrum Auction: All Details
2 years, 6 months ago

5G to Roll Out In India Soon As Cabinet Clears Spectrum Auction: All Details

News 18  

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved a proposal of the Department of Telecommunications to conduct spectrum auction through which spectrum will be assigned to the successful bidders for providing 5G services to public and enterprises. It is expected that the Mid and High band spectrum will be utilised by Telecom Service Providers to roll-out …

5G in India coming soon: Modi govt clears proposal to auction spectrum
2 years, 6 months ago

5G in India coming soon: Modi govt clears proposal to auction spectrum

India TV News  

Highlights 5G airwaves' auction will likely take place by the end of July 5G services have the potential to create new age businesses The govt today also ended mandatory requirement to make upfront payment by successful bidders 5G in India: The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved a proposal to conduct the auction of spectrum for 5G telecom services, an official …

India’s hobbling 5G spectrum auction gait
2 years, 6 months ago

India’s hobbling 5G spectrum auction gait

The Hindu  

India’s 5G moment is yet to arrive while several countries all over the world have rolled out their next generation mobile networks. During this year’s Budget Speech, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that 5G mobile services would be rolled out within 2022-23. Existing bands include 700 MHz, 800 MHz, 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 2100 MHz, 2300 MHz, 2500 MHz, and …

Telecom Gear Makers Say 5G Can Be Rolled Out To Top 50 Cities Of India By March 2023
2 years, 7 months ago

Telecom Gear Makers Say 5G Can Be Rolled Out To Top 50 Cities Of India By March 2023

News 18  

Telecom equipment makers have said that they will be ready to roll out the first phase of 5G by October this year if all goes well. According to a report in Business Standard, telecom gear makers have said that they will be ready to roll out 5G services in the top 50 cities in India by March 2023. The gear …

India aims to roll out 6G telecom network by end of decade, says PM Modi
2 years, 7 months ago

India aims to roll out 6G telecom network by end of decade, says PM Modi

Firstpost  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who was addressing a programme marking the silver jubilee celebrations of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India via video conferencing, said that connectivity will determine the pace of progress in 21st century India New Delhi: India is targeting the rollout of 6G telecom network, which will provide ultra high speed internet connectivity, by the end of …

India aims to roll out 6G telecom network by end of decade: PM Modi
2 years, 7 months ago

India aims to roll out 6G telecom network by end of decade: PM Modi

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: India is targeting the rollout of 6G telecom network, which will provide ultra high speed internet connectivity, by the end of the decade, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday. Speaking at the silver jubilee event of telecom sector regulator TRAI here, he said it is estimated that the 5G network rollout will add USD 450 billion to …

'Not Worth A TRAI': SatCom Industry Body Disagrees with Regulator's Advice on 5G Spectrum Auction
2 years, 7 months ago

'Not Worth A TRAI': SatCom Industry Body Disagrees with Regulator's Advice on 5G Spectrum Auction

News 18  

The satellite communications industry association or SIA has written to the government, expressing concerns about the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India ’s recommendations on spectrum auctions and requesting it to match the radio wave allocation policy with Europe and over 120 countries. In a letter to telecom minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, the SIA highlighted severe reservations over TRAI’s proposals to include …

5G service rollout likely in August-September
2 years, 7 months ago

5G service rollout likely in August-September

The Hindu  

The government is confident of resolving issues related to high spectrum pricing with the industry, Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Thursday, adding that everything was “more or less” on track for auction of spectrum, including 5G airwaves, by June 2022. He said the main issue was the industry’s demand for a further reduction in spectrum prices, which would be …

Government must keep 5G spectrum fee low; faster roll out to have greater impact, says Airtel
2 years, 8 months ago

Government must keep 5G spectrum fee low; faster roll out to have greater impact, says Airtel

The Hindu  

Telecom service operator Airtel on Thursday urged the government not to charge high fees for allotting 5G spectrum, saying a faster roll out of the next-generation telecommunication network can have more benefits than collecting revenue in upfront cost. "5G is important and that's why we keep on requesting the government to make the 5G as an enabler for hundreds of …

What is 6G, the next level in communication
2 years, 9 months ago

What is 6G, the next level in communication

The Hindu  

6G development has already started. We will have designed in India telecom software for running the networks, manufactured in India telecom equipment, served in India telecom networks which can go global.” These were the words of Minister for Communication Ashwini Vaishnaw on November 23, 2021 India is already getting set to welcome the newest edition of the wireless communication and …

5G services spectrum bands in India will not interfere with aircraft altimeters: ITU APT India
2 years, 11 months ago

5G services spectrum bands in India will not interfere with aircraft altimeters: ITU APT India

Live Mint  

Proposed 5G services rolled out in India will be in spectrum bands that will have sufficient safeguards and will not interfere with civil aircraft altimeters, ITU APT foundation of India said on Thursday. "In India, there is no risk from 5G services to aircraft and we are fully safeguarded as we are only allocating 3300-3670 MHz, which is more than …

China Claims Researchers Have Created 6G Tech That Is 100 Times Faster Than 5G
2 years, 11 months ago

China Claims Researchers Have Created 6G Tech That Is 100 Times Faster Than 5G

News 18  

China claims to have made a breakthrough in 6G mobile technology, according to a report in South China Morning Post. This could mean the fact that 6G technology, whenever it comes, could be up to 100 times faster than 5G, the fifth generation wireless mobile network, which itself is yet to be rolled out in most parts of the world. …

DoT allocates spectrum for 5G trials to telecom operators
3 years, 6 months ago

DoT allocates spectrum for 5G trials to telecom operators

India TV News  

The Department of Telecom has allocated spectrum to telecom operators to start 5G trials in the country, sources said. "Telecom operators have been allocated spectrum in 700 Mhz band, 3.3-3.6 gigahertz band and 24.25-28.5 Ghz band across various locations," a telecom company official said. On May 4, DoT had approved applications from Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, Vodafone Idea and MTNL …

5G Auctions in India May be Delayed to April 2022 Due to Telco Cash Crunch: Report
3 years, 7 months ago

5G Auctions in India May be Delayed to April 2022 Due to Telco Cash Crunch: Report

News 18  

The Department of Telecommunications recently said that the approvals for 5G trials have been given in India and that telecom companies would be allotted a 5G spectrum for the trials. However, a new report states the DoT is not in favour of conducting auctions for 5G airwaves in this financial year due to lack of funds with existing telcos. It …

Govt. gives TSPs nod for 5G trials; Chinese tech giants left out
3 years, 7 months ago

Govt. gives TSPs nod for 5G trials; Chinese tech giants left out

The Hindu  

The Department of Telecommunications on Tuesday gave permission to Telecom Service Providers to conduct trials for the use and application of 5G technology. Each TSP will have to conduct trials in rural and semi-urban settings also in addition to urban settings so that the benefit of 5G technology proliferates across the country and is not confined only to urban areas, …

5G in India, are we there yet?
3 years, 10 months ago

5G in India, are we there yet?

India Today  

5G has been a hot topic of discussion this year, with telecom giants Jio and Airtel announcing the plans for 5G in India, awaiting the spectrum auction slated for March 2021 and government approvals. According to Qualcomm, "5G wireless technology is meant to deliver higher multi-Gbps peak data speeds, ultra-low latency, more reliability, massive network capacity, increased availability, and a …

5G in India may not roll out in 2021 as country still in beginning phase, says parliamentary panel
3 years, 10 months ago

5G in India may not roll out in 2021 as country still in beginning phase, says parliamentary panel

India Today  

The government expects 5G services to roll out by early 2022 after another spectrum auction that is planned to be held after six months, according to a panel report tabled in Parliament on Monday. According to news agency PTI, the committee has been informed that 5G will roll out in India to some extent for specific uses, by the end …

BSNL may soon offer 4G services as DoT deploys telco fresh pan India liberalised spectrum
3 years, 11 months ago

BSNL may soon offer 4G services as DoT deploys telco fresh pan India liberalised spectrum

India Today  

Government-owned telco Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited may soon provide 4G services to users all over India as the Department of Telecommunications has allotted the telco fresh Pan India liberalised spectrum. BSNL has been allotted an additional block of 5 MHz in the 2100 MHz band in 20 telecom circles, including Mumbai but excluding Delhi and Rajasthan. BSNL’s existing 900 MHz …

DoT to soon issue details of 5G bands
4 years ago

DoT to soon issue details of 5G bands

Live Mint  

The government will “shortly” announce the spectrum bands for the rollout of telecom services based on the fifth-generation wireless standard after consultations with departments that are using the airwaves. Billionaire Mukesh Ambani on 8 December urged the government to accelerate the auction of 5G spectrum, while Bharti Airtel Ltd founder Sunil Mittal claimed India won’t be ready for 5G services …

5G spectrum bands to be announced soon; govt consulting defence, department of space
4 years ago

5G spectrum bands to be announced soon; govt consulting defence, department of space

India TV News  

The government is in discussion with Defence, Department of Space and the broadcasting ministry over 5G spectrum and announcement on availability of the radiowaves for the next generation technology will be made shortly, a senior government official said on Thursday. On the other hand, telecom operators Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea on Thursday said 5G spectrum identified by …

5G Introduction Depends on Equipment, Ecosystem, Telcos' Economic Consideration: Govt
4 years, 3 months ago

5G Introduction Depends on Equipment, Ecosystem, Telcos' Economic Consideration: Govt

News 18  

The government on Wednesday informed Parliament that introduction of 5G services in the country will depend on equipment, device ecosystem and economic considerations by telecom operators. Minister of State for Telecommunications Sanjay Dhotre, in a written reply to a question on the 5G rollout, said, “5G services depends on 5G equipment and device ecosystem, and economic considerations by the telecom …

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