4g Technology

Reliance Industries looks to storm entry-level 4G, 5G smartphone market

On Tuesday, during the company's first pandemic-forced virtual annual general meeting, Ambani outlined another vision to disrupt the mobile device market again.

Updated On: 17 Jul 2020 | 1:21 AM IST

In a major relief, govt raises BSNL borrowing limit to Rs 39,713 crore

The approval is the key to BSNL's turnaround plan, which includes setting up a 4G network so that it can compete with private competitors.

Updated On: 03 Jul 2020 | 10:12 PM IST

BSNL scraps 4G equipment tender to keep Chinese companies at bay

BSNL is in the process of upgrading its network to 4G and BTS that facilitates wireless communication plays a crucial role in it.

Updated On: 02 Jul 2020 | 2:07 AM IST

'Take actions on trade with China on selective basis'

India imports about $70 billion worth of goods from China, mostly manufactured goods.

Updated On: 22 Jun 2020 | 3:42 AM IST

Galwan stand-off: NITI Aayog recommends indigenous 4G network for BSNL

If executed, the Niti Aayog move could have an adverse impact on global telecom gear manufacturers not just from China such as Huawei and ZTE but also European majors Ericsson and Nokia

Updated On: 20 Jun 2020 | 2:50 AM IST

Top headlines: Import curbs on Chinese goods, SC on loan moratorium, & more

From Sebi easing capital raising norms, FPIs from China still behind other nations to Radhakrishna Damani looking to takeover India Cements, here are the top news on Thursday morning

Updated On: 18 Jun 2020 | 7:37 AM IST

Telcos told to stop sourcing 4G telecom equipment from Chinese firms

The major private operators - Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea - are procuring their 4G equipment from multinational companies, such as Nokia, Ericsson, ZTE, Huawei, and Samsung.

Updated On: 18 Jun 2020 | 2:19 AM IST

DoT may ask BSNL not to use Chinese equipment in 4G upgradation: Report

The development comes at a time when Indian and Chinese armies are engaged in a standoff in Pangong Tso, Galwan Valley, Demchok and Daulat Beg Oldie in eastern Ladakh

Updated On: 18 Jun 2020 | 12:35 AM IST

Telcos may buy 4G spectrum due to rise in data consumption, says COAI

The telecom sector body had earlier voiced against the spectrum auction due to financial stress in the sector

Updated On: 22 May 2020 | 11:59 PM IST

BSNL union backs Rs 9,300-cr 4G tender to purchase from foreign firms

Domestic telecom product and equipment promotion body TEPC has charged BSNL of violating policy to give preference to indigenous technology companies

Updated On: 06 May 2020 | 11:40 PM IST

Nokia strikes 4G network deal with Bharti Airtel for Rs 7,500 crore

The agreement is expected to give a fillip to customer experience, particularly 4G

Updated On: 28 Apr 2020 | 11:20 PM IST

Qualcomm launches mobile processors with built-in support for India's NavIC

The Snapdragon 720G, Snapdragon 662 and Snapdragon 460 are budget and midrange mobile processors, aimed at enhancing user experiences across connectivity, gaming and entertainment

Updated On: 21 Jan 2020 | 1:47 PM IST

After completion of VRS scheme, a leaner BSNL begins process to roll-out 4G

On October 25, the Centre approved a Rs 69,000 crore revival package for BSNL and MTNL

Updated On: 06 Jan 2020 | 9:42 PM IST

Trai's plan to extend IUC regime will disincentivise 4G upgrade, says Jio

Telco also contests incumbents' claim that move will help them financially

Updated On: 02 Oct 2019 | 1:34 AM IST

Reliance Jio tops 4G download speed chart in July, BSNL fastest in 3G

BSNL, Vodafone and Idea recorded average upload speed of 1.2 Mbps on 3G network in July, while Airtel registered a lower upload speed of 0.6 Mbps

Updated On: 20 Aug 2019 | 1:19 AM IST

Bharti Airtel set to conduct trial of Nokia's 5G-ready telecom gear

This trial is part of Bharti Airtel's strategy to make its network future ready to meet the growing demand for high speed data in India

Updated On: 11 Jul 2019 | 11:15 AM IST

Airtel to have European vendors Nokia and Ericsson for 4G calling service

Randeep Sekhon declined to have any possibility of including Huawei in the 4G calling service network

Updated On: 11 Jul 2019 | 11:10 AM IST

Running on empty: BSNL, MTNL have no airwaves to give quality service

It has implications for the government's plans to expand Digital India to the poorest areas of the country

Updated On: 29 Jun 2019 | 11:16 PM IST

Dhanbad best city for 4G availability in India, Srinagar grabs 3rd spot

Of India's largest cities, none were really stoking the fires in OpenSignal's 4G availability analysis

Updated On: 29 Mar 2019 | 11:41 AM IST