Telecom Sector News

Timely Act: New legislation attempts to align with changing sector dynamics

October 5, 2024

The new Indian Telecommunications Act, 2023 was passed by Parliament in December 2023. The new act replaces the Indian Telegraph Act, 1885 and the Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act, 1933. The repealed laws were enacted way […]

In recent years, the Indian telecom sector has undergone a significant transformation, evolving from a small voice-only 2G market to becoming one of the world’s largest data markets. The number of internet users has more […]

Strong Signals: Sector grows in pace and scale on the back of transformative initiatives

September 19, 2024

The Indian telecom sector has witnessed several important developments during the past year, marked by the passing of the much-anticipated Telecommunications Act, 2023, as well as evolving growth dynamics and significant technological advancements. With the […]

Policy Makeover: Key developments in the telecom sector

September 19, 2024

The past year marked a turning point for the Indian telecom sector from a policy standpoint with the introduction of the Telecommunications Bill, 2023. The legislation represents a comprehensive overhaul of the country’s century-old telecom […]

Interview with Anil Kumar Lahoti: “India has witnessed the fastest growth in 5G roll-out”

September 18, 2024

An enabling regulatory environment has been instrumental in shaping India’s telecom growth story. The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has been taking proactive steps in response to changing market dynamics and the evolving technological […]

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

September 15, 2024

Key Statistics: Trends in subscriber growth and teledensity

September 15, 2024

Green Telecom: Efforts to decarbonise the industry

June 27, 2024

Like other sectors, the telecom sector is also becoming environmentally conscious and prioritising sustainable operations. This shift has happened after the roll-out of 5G networks. There are concerns that the increased deployment of towers, small […]

Digital Game Changer: Use of cutting-edge communication technologies in infrastructure

May 31, 2024

The infrastructure domain has been witnessing modernisation of operations owing to the use of cutting-edge communication technologies. Key sectors such as roadways, railways, ports, water and waste, bridges, aviation, and power are witnessing a massive […]

Tech Transformation: Digitalisation trends across sectors

May 30, 2024

The communication needs of India’s infrastructure sectors are crucial for the country’s ongoing development and economic growth. Moreover, the increasing demand for advanced communication, coupled with digitalisation, has been revolutionising the execution of infrastructure projects. […]

Wings of Progress: Drone technology set to revolutionise industrial operations

May 29, 2024

Drones, also referred to as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), have soared to unparalleled heights in technological growth, developing from basic flying devices to advanced aerial systems that transform industrial operations. Since traditional methods are sometimes […]

Digital Inside: In-building connectivity infrastructure emerges as a key utility service

March 17, 2024

T.V. Ramachandran, President, Broadband India Forum This is an age of data deluge. Whatever we do, whichever way we turn, mostly it is about data, data and more data. The average monthly mobile data usage […]

Spectrum for Satcom: Draft telecom bill proposes administrative allocation of airwaves

January 31, 2024

The new Telecommunications Act proposes the assignment of satellite spectrum through an administrative process. This may resolve a long-standing debate over the mode of spectrum allocation. This move will also allow satellite communication (satcom) service […]

Telecom

Timely Act: New legislation attempts to align with changing sector dynamics

Key Statistics: Growth in 5G infrastructure

Key Statistics: Telecom subscribers and teledensity

Telecom Transformation: Rapid service roll-outs spur sector growth

Strong Signals: Sector grows in pace and scale on the back of transformative initiatives

Policy Makeover: Key developments in the telecom sector

Interview with Anil Kumar Lahoti: “India has witnessed the fastest growth in 5G roll-out”

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

Key Statistics: Trends in subscriber growth and teledensity

Green Telecom: Efforts to decarbonise the industry

Digital Game Changer: Use of cutting-edge communication technologies in infrastructure

Tech Transformation: Digitalisation trends across sectors

Wings of Progress: Drone technology set to revolutionise industrial operations

Digital Inside: In-building connectivity infrastructure emerges as a key utility service

Spectrum for Satcom: Draft telecom bill proposes administrative allocation of airwaves

Divided They Stand: TSPs and OTT players face off across the regulatory fence

From 2G to 5G: Charting the telecom sector’s progress

Views of K. Rajaraman: “Optical fibre is the backbone of India’s digital economy”

Key Statistics: Growth in internet and broadband adoption

Key Statistics: Trends in mobile telephony