Page 19 - Telecom Sector
Adani planning to enter telecom spectrum race; to face Jio, Airtel: Report
If the Adani group participates in the 5G auction on July 26, it will be the first direct competition with Ambani
 "Adani planning to enter telecom spectrum race; to face Jio, Airtel: Report")
Captive network a back-door entry to BigTech companies, says COAI
In its guidelines on captive non-public networks, the government has allowed direct allotment of spectrum to enterprises
How may Bharti Airtel and Voda Idea stocks perform in the near term?
Despite an ongoing recovery in the telecom sector, analysts believe the stock performance of Vodafone Idea and Bharti Airtel may remain sluggish in the near term. Details here
How may Bharti Airtel and Voda Idea stocks perform in the near term?
Despite an ongoing recovery in the telecom sector, analysts believe the stock performance of Vodafone Idea and Bharti Airtel may remain sluggish in the near term. Details here
 "How may Bharti Airtel and Voda Idea stocks perform in the near term?")
Govt extends telecom PLI scheme by a year, ups incentive by Rs 4,000 cr
Expands scope to cover design-led manufacturing; policy has also been amended to build a strong 5G ecosystem
 "Govt extends telecom PLI scheme by a year, ups incentive by Rs 4,000 cr")
COAI disappointed on captive network decision, seeks level playing field
A periodic audit to ensure compliance must be carried out said COAI, whose members include Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone
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DoT ignores telcos' protest, favours 5G spectrum sale for captive networks
Enterprises setting up private captive networks may obtain the spectrum directly from the DoT, says a media report
BS Views of the week: RBI rate hike, Indian judiciary, telecom market, and more
Business Standard's opinion pages this week focused on interest rate hike, failing judiciary, India's missing CDS, and much more
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Wipro, telecom gear maker HFCL join hands to develop 5G product portfolio
The companies will collaborate on a portfolio of 5G products for the telecommunications sector, including 5G radio access network and 5G transport equipment
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DoT debates a strategy road map to promote IPR in telecom sector
India's share in global supply chain for telecom equipment is less than 1%
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Top headlines: DoT strategising to protect IP, brokerages' 10 stock bets
Business Standard brings you the top headlines this morning
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Top headlines: Telcos slam Trai, Rs 1,900 cr deficit may hit infra projects
Business Standard brings you top headlines on Wednesday
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Will reduction in 5G spectrum prices keep Indian telcos flying?
India's telecom regulator has suggested slashing the reserve prices for the radio waves before it goes for auction. Is the debt-ridden telecom sector happy? Will this give a leg-up to the industry?
 "Will reduction in 5G spectrum prices keep Indian telcos flying?")
Trai recommends 36% reduction in base price of prime 5G spectrum
The government is aiming to begin roll-out of 5G services by end-March 2023 in India, which is the world's second-biggest wireless market with over a billion subscribers
Testing times for PLI schemes: Covid-related delays put firms in pressure
Companies have petitioned the government to double the incentive from 2.5 per cent to 5 per cent and extend the tenure
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From immersive video to holograms: What will 5G experience be like?
Telcos are conducting 5G trials in India. Yesterday Airtel showcased high internet speed by recreating Kapil Dev's 175 run from 1983 World Cup in 4K to a spell-bounded audience in Manesar. Here's more
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Recommendation on 5G spectrum likely by Mar-end or early Apr: TRAI chairman
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is likely to submit its recommendations on 5G spectrum by this month-end or early April, TRAI chairman P D Vaghela said on Wednesday.
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UN telecom body ITU to open its area office in New Delhi for South Asia
The setting up of the area office will provide greater access and engagement to India and South Asian countries in global policy and standard formation in the field of telecommunication
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Airtel acquires strategic stake in blockchain technology startup Aqilliz
Telecom major Bharti Airtel on Thursday announced that it has acquired a strategic stake in Aqilliz, a 'Blockchain as a Service Company'.
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Airtel CEO hints at tariff hike in 2022 amid cost pressure, 5G rollout
Gopal Vittal says hike could happen after 3-4 months depending upon subscriber growth and competitive dynamics; asserts his firm will not hesitate to lead the spike
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