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Page 6 - Telecom Sector In India

USOF successor to focus on indigenising tech, hiring global bandwidth

Govt plans to include fund in upcoming telecom Bill despite telcos' opposition, officials said

USOF successor to focus on indigenising tech, hiring global bandwidth
Updated On : 16 Dec 2022 | 9:56 PM IST

Tighter quality of service norms for telecom service providers on the cards

It intends to improve telecom services at a time when the country is quickly adopting 5G technology

Tighter quality of service norms for telecom service providers on the cards
Updated On : 14 Dec 2022 | 12:10 AM IST

India second among 21 countries in H1 2022 Arpu rise, shows data

Also ranked 6th among 26 countries in data usage growth over same period

India second among 21 countries in H1 2022 Arpu rise, shows data
Updated On : 28 Nov 2022 | 11:22 PM IST

Reliance Jio announces rollout of 'True 5G' service in Delhi, NCR cities

Company's welcome offer will give users unlimited data at up to 1Gbps speeds

Reliance Jio announces rollout of 'True 5G' service in Delhi, NCR cities
Updated On : 18 Nov 2022 | 4:46 PM IST

5G set to cover 80% of India by next October if chip supply is assured

Telcos to install over 1.5 million radios by then; all metros, and towns will be covered, say vendors

5G set to cover 80% of India by next October if chip supply is assured
Updated On : 14 Nov 2022 | 9:50 PM IST

No word from DoT on dues' conversion since April: Vodafone Idea CEO

In an analyst call following the release of Vi results, CEO Akshaya Moondra said the company is trying to quickly close funding talks with banks so that stuck vendor payments can be quickly addressed

No word from DoT on dues' conversion since April: Vodafone Idea CEO
Updated On : 04 Nov 2022 | 9:15 PM IST

Empowering Gati Shakti

Done the right way, the smart platform for infrastructure planning and execution could lead to tremendous productivity benefits

Empowering Gati Shakti
Updated On : 02 Nov 2022 | 10:36 PM IST

HFCL gets nod to avail incentive up to Rs 653 cr under PLI scheme in 5G era

Telecom equipment manufacturer HFCL Limited said it has received an approval to avail incentive up to Rs 652.79 crore as part of government's PLI scheme, as the country kicks off the 5G era.

HFCL gets nod to avail incentive up to Rs 653 cr under PLI scheme in 5G era
Updated On : 01 Nov 2022 | 5:38 PM IST

Indus Towers revises report, drops para on govt stake in Vodafone Idea

Tower installation firm had said conversion of interest into equity stake for the government can be decided only after telecom company's stock price improves

Indus Towers revises report, drops para on govt stake in Vodafone Idea
Updated On : 01 Nov 2022 | 2:57 PM IST

4G, revenue growth help Bharti Airtel post 89% rise in net profit

The firm is currently carrying out beta trials of the 5G service in eight cities nationwide, has now seen eight consecutive profitable quarters

4G, revenue growth help Bharti Airtel post 89% rise in net profit
Updated On : 31 Oct 2022 | 11:06 PM IST

TRAI's concerns over draft telecom Bill provisions duly addressed: Report

TRAI's apprehensions over potential dilution of powers under the draft telecom bill have been addressed, and the government may look at the option of taking up provisions related to strengthening of the regulatory body separately at a later stage, DoT sources said. On Over-the-top (OTT) communication apps, sources said, the focus is on user protection related regulation, not licencing. The Department of Telecommunications (DOT), through the provisions of the draft bill, will come down heavily on spammers and those indulging in cyber frauds, sources said. Amid reports of TRAI's opposition to certain clauses of the draft telecom bill, that were seen diluting its powers, sources said, ???discussions have taken place between the two sides. All the outstanding issues have been resolved, they said. There are no differences between Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) and the telecom department on this issue, sources said. The thinking in telecom department now is that specific ..

TRAI's concerns over draft telecom Bill provisions duly addressed: Report
Updated On : 27 Oct 2022 | 4:08 PM IST

Govt unveils new policy reforms for satellite communication services

The government on Wednesday unveiled new policy reforms for satellite communications services to ease procedures and streamline clearances to expedite the rollout of Satcom across the country, especially in remote areas. Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw exhorted the industry to increase tower deployments for a speedy 5G rollout. The current pace of tower deployment needs to increase from 2,500 towers a week to 10,000 towers per week, he said. The government has done its bit in ushering in reforms, and it is now up to the industry to show its commitment, the minister added.

Govt unveils new policy reforms for satellite communication services
Updated On : 26 Oct 2022 | 11:20 PM IST

DoT to address Trai's concerns on dilution of power by draft telecom bill

DoT has also sought feedback on the bill from all ministries of the Central government, state government and the public along with Trai

DoT to address Trai's concerns on dilution of power by draft telecom bill
Updated On : 19 Oct 2022 | 10:04 AM IST

Draft Telecom Bill: What does it say, why there is controversy over it

The bill provides a regulatory framework for spelling out the govt's role in telecommunication services and networks; telecommunication equipment and infrastructure; and spectrum and its assignment

Draft Telecom Bill: What does it say, why there is controversy over it
Updated On : 18 Oct 2022 | 4:36 PM IST

VVDN signs deal to make Intel products for telecom, networking in India

Gurgaon-based company is a beneficiary of the government's PLI scheme for IT hardware, telecom

VVDN signs deal to make Intel products for telecom, networking in India
Updated On : 12 Oct 2022 | 4:55 PM IST

Eye on 5G opportunities, Tatas to recast telecom biz with extra funding

In June this year, the central government allowed enterprises to set up captive non-public networks to buy 5G spectrum directly from DoT, to establish their isolated networks

Eye on 5G opportunities, Tatas to recast telecom biz with extra funding
Updated On : 10 Oct 2022 | 12:12 AM IST

Govt approves Rs 26,000 crore to install 25K mobile towers in 500 days

The government has approved Rs 26,000 crore for installation of 25,000 mobile towers in 500 days, an official statement said on Tuesday. According to a telecom ministry spokesperson, financial support for the project will be provided by Universal Services Obligation Fund and it will be implemented by Bharat Broadband Network. The project was announced by Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw at three-day long 'Digital India Conference of State IT Ministers' that concluded on October 3. "In his concluding remarks, Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that connectivity is vital for Digital India and its reach to every corner of the country. He announced that Rs 26,000 crore has been approved to install 25,000 new towers in next 500 days," the statement said. Minister of State (MoS) for Electronics and Information Technology and Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Rajeev Chandrasekhar, MoS Communications Devusinh Chauhan and IT ministers from 12 states and UTs, namely Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Bihar,

Govt approves Rs 26,000 crore to install 25K mobile towers in 500 days
Updated On : 04 Oct 2022 | 12:35 PM IST

Airtel to finalise tariff for 5G services in a few days, executive says

Broader point is that tariff must rise and telco will be happy to take the lead, he adds

Airtel to finalise tariff for 5G services in a few days, executive says
Updated On : 03 Oct 2022 | 7:02 PM IST

Draft telecom Bill recommends Truecaller-like service for users

Vaishnaw says the service will be available for apps such as WhatsApp, Telegram

Draft telecom Bill recommends Truecaller-like service for users
Updated On : 23 Sep 2022 | 11:43 PM IST

Extant rules choke growth, telecom bill needs review: Broadband India Forum

Forum also believes the bill also weakens role of telecom regulator, makes it subservient to govt

Extant rules choke growth, telecom bill needs review: Broadband India Forum
Updated On : 23 Sep 2022 | 8:51 PM IST