Telecom

Addressing the Space Policy Conference 2025, organised by the ITU-APT Foundation of India (IAFI), Anil Kumar Lahoti, Chairman, Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), underscored the transformative potential of space technology in driving scientific, economic […]

Data Surge: Faster speeds, growing consumption

The Indian telecom sector has witnessed several important developments during the past year, marked by the introduction of the draft National Telecom Policy, 2025 and the National Broadband Mission (NBM) 2.0. Industry experts discuss the […]

Key Statistics: Trends in subscriber growth and teledensity

Key Statistics: Trends in internet subscriber growth and 5G BTS deployments

On a Strong Footing: Jio and Airtel post promising financial and operational results

July 7, 2025

The near duopoly in telecom services continued in financial year 2024-25, with Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel leading the market and the third private operator, Vodafone Idea (Vi), lagging far behind. Meanwhile, the government remains […]

New Frontier: Satcom set to bridge the gap in network coverage

April 7, 2025

Using satellite communications (Satcom) to provide internet services could be a new frontier for India’s telecom service industry. While the government seems committed to the entry of satellite internet services, a clear policy has not […]

A Wireless Future: Technological innovations drive Wi-Fi’s continued growth

January 6, 2025

As data consumption continues to rise, mobile networks are becoming increasingly congested, creating a need to provide high speed communication services through alternative mediums. In this context, Wi-Fi offers a promising solution by providing fast […]

Data Centre Surge: Key growth drivers and investment trends

The Indian data centre (DC) market is experiencing significant growth, driven by factors such as data localisation requirements, affordable data plans, adoption of emerging technologies, widespread use of budget-friendly smartphones and a rapidly expanding user […]

Green Data Centres: Scaling up sustainability measures

Data centres have become critical components of digital infrastructure, which is central to economic growth. India’s data centre capacity is expected to cross 1,300 MW by the end of 2024. The total capacity is projected […]

Growth Opportunity: Operators’ perspective on data centre trends and future prospects

The Indian data centre market is on an impressive growth trajectory. Factors such as rising 5G proliferation, growing migration to the cloud, and increasing adoption of OTT streaming, digital payments and cutting-edge technologies such as […]

Taking Strides: Tamil Nadu and Himachal Pradesh emerge as key players in the data centre space

State governments in India have been working to incentivise data centre development in their geographies. Tamil Nadu is one state where data centre development is being supported by strong infrastructure and renewable energy. Meanwhile, Himachal […]

A Clear Edge: EDCs setting new standards for speed, efficiency and innovation

The rapid growth in over-the-top (OTT) platforms, social media, gaming and artificial intelligence (AI) has fuelled an explosion in demand for India’s data centre industry. The sector holds tremendous promise, bolstered by factors such as […]

At the Forefront: Critical role of DIPs in India’s digital transformation

The rise of edge data centres is crucial amidst the exponential growth of India’s digital ecosystem. These smaller, decentralised centres reduce the need for large core data centres and minimise reliance on long-distance backhaul connections. […]

Major Strides: Progress and opportunities in telecom infrastructure roll-out

October 7, 2024

The Indian telecom industry has made considerable progress in recent years, making the country the second largest telecom market globally, with approximately 1.2 billion subscribers and an overall teledensity of around 86 per cent. Increased […]

Views of Jyotiraditya M. Scindia: “Technology can bridge multiple divides in our country”

October 6, 2024

The past few months have been eventful for the telecom sector, with the government making several concerted efforts to drive growth. These include spectrum auctions, the introduction of the Indian Telecommunications Act, 2023, and the […]

Green Telecom: Efforts to decarbonise the industry

Indeed, the telecommunications industry in India, like in other countries, faces the challenge of balancing technological advancements and environmental sustainability. The sector has witnessed tremendous growth, with a large consumer base and an expanding network […]

Making in India: Moving towards self-sufficiency in telecom equipment production

The Digital India initiative, as well as the development of telecom infrastructure and provision of internet connectivity, are dependent on the easy availability of reliable and affordable telecom and networking equipment. In light of this, […]

Digital Advancements: Virtualisation and automation trends in the telecom space

Telecom networks have undergone significant transformation in recent years, driven by the growing demand for faster and more reliable connectivity and the need to support the proliferation of next-generation technologies. Traditional physical networks are increasingly […]

Beyond 5G: Preparing for the 6G evolution

The connected lifestyle enjoyed by consumers today is primarily due to the robust broadband connectivity and the ease it brings. High-speed and reliable broadband is foundational to smart living as it facilitates the integration of […]

Evolving Landscape: Telcos moving towards stability