Brookfield-backed Altius bets on telecom network expansion as India’s data consumption soars: Group MD
Set up last year through the merger of Summit Digitel, Crest Digitel and ATC India, Altius has quickly emerged as one of the world’s largest telecom infrastructure platforms with a combined portfolio of around 2.60 lakh towers, including both macro and in-building sites.
Airtel deepens enterprise play with 5G, AI and sovereign cloud for smart factories and digital infra: Enterprise CEO
Sharat Sinha said the company sees strong momentum in India’s cloud and data centre ecosystem, which has become a cornerstone of the country’s digital infrastructure
Spotlight on AI, 6G and global collaboration at day 2 of India Mobile Congress 2025
Industry panels through the day discussed subjects including AI infrastructure, GenAI in enterprises, responsible AI governance, 6G use cases, and India’s manufacturing and design potential.
Ericsson, govt in talks to deepen telecom manufacturing supply chain; eyes India as key export hub
Currently, India joins China, Romania, and Mexico as the only markets manufacturing and exporting Ericsson’s antenna equipment.
Vodafone Idea accelerates 5G rollout, sharpens focus on ARPU growth and customer retention: CMO
Khosla said Vodafone Idea’s immediate strategy revolves around strengthening its core base, improving customer stickiness, and driving ARPU growth through differentiated offerings.
India Mobile Congress 2025 to showcase 1,600 use cases, six global events on AI, Satcom, 6G, cybersecurity and startups: Scindia
The IMC will take place from October 8 to October 11 at Yashobhoomi’s 4.5 lakh sq. ft. venue, featuring 400 exhibitors, 7,000 delegates from 150 countries and nearly 150,000 visitors.
Bharat 6G Alliance progress on track, 6G standards may crystallise by 2027–28: Telecom Minister Scindia
He noted that 6G is still in the articulation phase, with protocols and standards expected to take five to seven years to crystallise.
Cybersecurity takes top billing at India Mobile Congress 2025
Beyond cybersecurity, the Congress will showcase developments in AI-driven solutions, IoT, electronics manufacturing, and next-generation connectivity.
SC to hear Vodafone Ideas plea for quashing additional AGR demand on October 6
According to the apex court’s website, a bench headed by Chief Justice of India (CJI) B R Gavai has listed the fresh plea of the VIL for hearing on Monday, when the court reopens after the Dussehra break.
After tepid auctions, Trai explores new model, invites views on 6 GHz, 600 MHz bands
The regulator has also sought views on modifying minimum spectrum rollout obligations following consumer complaints about coverage gaps on highways, train routes and rural areas
US chipmaker Qualcomm sees satcom playing a secondary role to 5G, eyes India’s larger role in 6G
Qualcomm COO and CFO ruled out the possibility of regular direct satellite calls for consumers, citing financial and performance considerations: “You’ll continue to use 5G networks for that; satellite will remain a backup network.”
BSNL, TCS and C-DOT unveil ‘Bharat Telecom Stack’, India’s first homegrown 4G technology
BSNL, TCS, C-DOT and Tejas launch Bharat Telecom Stack, India’s first indigenous 4G solution, boosting self-reliance and digital inclusion.
India poised to lead globally in telecom as manufacturer of 4G stack provider: Minister Scindia
The minister noted that under the leadership of PM Modi, India has made transformational strides, similar to its achievements in space exploration with Chandrayaan-2, Gaganyaan, and Aditya L1, as well as in healthcare through the Vaccine Maitri initiative.
TCS bags 5-year deal to modernise Vodafone Idea’s BSS with AI-driven platform
The business support system transformation programme, anchored on TCS’ flagship products HOBS and TwinX, aims to boost Vi’s customer experience by embedding intelligence, automation, and personalisation
Starlink, Amazon Kuiper may face India cap on subscribers as govt weighs telcos’ revenue threat: Report
The Centre may cap subscribers for Starlink, OneWeb, Amazon Kuiper, and Jio-SES to address telcos’ fears of backdoor entry into mobile broadband.
Big leap for India’s chip dream: First telecom system with made-in-India chips gets TEC nod
A milestone that signals India’s serious entry into the global semiconductor race.
Improving India–China ties unlikely to bring immediate relief to Huawei and ZTE
While India banned several Chinese apps in 2020, Huawei and ZTE were never formally prohibited. Instead, New Delhi tightened security norms through a directive for the telecom sector, which has been in place since June 2021.
Vi Business expands enterprise client ties amid 4G, 5G transformation, says Chief Enterprise Business Officer
Vi Business has adopted a partner-led, cloud-neutral strategy, working with players like Yotta and CtrlS to build a multi-cloud platform layer and managed services capabilities, while also exploring new partnerships.
GSMA urges DoT to drop plan for direct enterprise spectrum allocation
GSMA’s letter comes as the DoT reinitiates its spectrum demand study for private 5G, the second such exercise since June 2022 when it first allowed CNPNs to either lease spectrum from operators or seek it directly
Vodafone Idea in advanced talks to raise Rs 5,000 crore, deal likely to close in next few weeks
According to people directly aware of the matter, the debt will be raised by Vodafone Idea Telecom Infrastructure Limited, a group subsidiary that houses part of the company’s telecom infra and renewable energy assets
BSNL to float tender for 3–4 lakh new towers, roll out low-cost plans to woo private telco users
To tackle SIM accessibility, BSNL is piloting doorstep SIM delivery through India Post in Tamil Nadu and testing eSIM services for a nationwide rollout
Satellite spectrum pricing still under discussion; govt bars overseas use of Indian gateways: MoS Telecom
Elon Musk’s Starlink was the most recent company to secure a Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite (GMPCS) licence from DoT after meeting all security compliance requirements under its letter of intent (LoI)
Any relief to Vodafone Idea must be cleared by Cabinet, PMO, Finance Ministry: MoS Pemmasani
Reports suggest DoT has proposed 'multiple relief options' to the PMO, including a fresh two-year moratorium on AGR payments, smaller annual instalments, and waivers on penalties and interest.
Vodafone Idea’s survival on PMO’s table as govt weighs fresh relief: Report
Telecom department proposes moratorium extension, smaller payouts; PMO to take final call on telco’s future.
