Ericsson, Telia, and partners launch 5G, 6G and AI test center in Sweden

A consortium of major industry and research partners has launched Digital Arena Sweden, a new national connectivity and next-generation test center. Continue reading “Ericsson, Telia, and partners launch 5G, 6G and AI test center in Sweden”

Vi 5G services launched in Coimbatore, Tiruppur and Vellore

Following its recent 5G rollout in Chennai, the Union Territory of Puducherry, Trichy, and Salem, telecom operator Vodafone Idea (Vi) has announced the expansion of its 5G services to Coimbatore, Tiruppur, and Vellore. Continue reading “Vi 5G services launched in Coimbatore, Tiruppur and Vellore”

Vi 5G expands to Bhopal following Indore and Gwalior launch

Vodafone Idea (Vi) has officially expanded its 5G network services to Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. This rollout follows the company’s recent 5G launches in Indore and Gwalior, marking a continuous expansion of its next-generation network footprint across the state. Continue reading “Vi 5G expands to Bhopal following Indore and Gwalior launch”

Airtel expands 5G footprint across Upper North region with over 2900 new sites

Airtel has announced the deployment of more than 2,900 new 5G sites across the Upper North region over the past 12 months. According to the company, the network expansion is aimed at delivering faster data speeds, broader coverage, and enhanced connectivity for its subscriber base. Continue reading “Airtel expands 5G footprint across Upper North region with over 2900 new sites”

Ericsson and TSSC partner to train 10,000 ITI students in 5G technologies

In alignment with the Government of India’s ongoing digitalization initiatives, telecommunications provider Ericsson and the Telecom Sector Skill Council (TSSC) have announced the launch of the Ericsson ITI Labs Project. The program aims to train 10,000 students from Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across India in 5G infrastructure deployment and emerging telecom technologies. Continue reading “Ericsson and TSSC partner to train 10,000 ITI students in 5G technologies”

Vi expands 5G network footprint across West Bengal

Vodafone Idea (Vi) has announced a significant expansion of its fifth-generation (5G) network across West Bengal and neighboring regions, building on its initial rollouts in Kolkata and Siliguri last year. Continue reading “Vi expands 5G network footprint across West Bengal”

Airtel deploys over 3400 new 5G sites in Maharashtra and Goa

Bharti Airtel has deployed more than 3,400 new 5G network sites across Maharashtra and Goa over the past 12 months. The infrastructure expansion is aimed at increasing network capacity, geographic coverage, and data speeds for the company’s user base in the region. Continue reading “Airtel deploys over 3400 new 5G sites in Maharashtra and Goa”

Vi 5G services launched in Chennai; roll out in more Tamil Nadu cities and Pondicherry by May

Vi has officially launched its 5G services in Chennai. With this deployment, Vi’s 5G network is now active in all five major Indian metropolitan cities—Mumbai, Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, Kolkata, and Chennai—as well as 50 other cities nationwide. Continue reading “Vi 5G services launched in Chennai; roll out in more Tamil Nadu cities and Pondicherry by May”

Airtel deploys over 4300 new 5G sites in UP East circle

Bharti Airtel has announced the deployment of more than 4,300 new 5G sites in the Uttar Pradesh (UP) East telecom circle over the past 12 months. The expansion is part of the telecommunications provider’s ongoing efforts to increase its network infrastructure in the region. Continue reading “Airtel deploys over 4300 new 5G sites in UP East circle”

Airtel expands 5G network in Gujarat with 2750 new sites

Bharti Airtel has announced a significant expansion of its 5G network infrastructure in Gujarat, deploying more than 2,750 new sites across the state over the past 12 months. The telecommunications provider stated that the initiative aims to deliver faster internet speeds, wider coverage, and an improved overall network experience for its user base. Continue reading “Airtel expands 5G network in Gujarat with 2750 new sites”

Vi expands 5G footprint in Punjab with Golden Temple launch

Vi has officially rolled out its 5G network services at the Golden Temple in Amritsar. The deployment aims to provide high-speed connectivity to accommodate the communication and data needs of the high volume of daily visitors at the site. Continue reading “Vi expands 5G footprint in Punjab with Golden Temple launch”

India maintains steady 5G SA footprint as global adoption hits 17.6%: Ookla

Ookla today shared the second edition of “A Global Reality Check on 5G SA and 5G Advanced,” in collaboration with Omdia. The report examines the global state of standalone (SA) 5G and 5G Advanced, highlighting performance, adoption, and monetization trends. Continue reading “India maintains steady 5G SA footprint as global adoption hits 17.6%: Ookla”

Airtel deploys mobile connectivity on Vidyasagar Setu

Airtel has announced the deployment of seamless mobile connectivity on Vidyasagar Setu (Second Hooghly Bridge), becoming the first telecommunications service provider to ensure consistent network coverage across this critical infrastructure linking Kolkata and Howrah. Continue reading “Airtel deploys mobile connectivity on Vidyasagar Setu”

Vi 5G services now available in all 14 districts in Kerala

Vi has announced the statewide expansion of its 5G network in Kerala, extending coverage to all 14 districts. This rollout follows the initial launch of services in major hubs such as Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, and Malappuram, marking a shift from select urban coverage to a broader statewide presence. Continue reading “Vi 5G services now available in all 14 districts in Kerala”

Airtel expands 5G footprint in Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh with 2,400 new sites

Airtel has announced a significant expansion of its network infrastructure across the states of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. Over the past 12 months, the company has deployed over 2,400 new 5G sites, aimed at increasing network density and improving connectivity speeds for its user base. Continue reading “Airtel expands 5G footprint in Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh with 2,400 new sites”