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”

Global 5G adoption to reach 5.7 billion by 2030: Opensignal

Opensignal has announced its 5G Global Awards 2025, assessing real-world 5G performance across national mobile networks worldwide. Based on billions of measurements collected from devices during the first half of 2025 (1 Jan – 28 Jun), the awards recognize operators excelling across six key measures: Download Speed, Video Experience, Games Experience, Voice App Experience, Reliability, and Coverage Experience. Continue reading “Global 5G adoption to reach 5.7 billion by 2030: Opensignal”

BSNL Swadeshi 4G India’s first indigenous 5G ready network launched

State-owned telecom operator Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL) has marked its 25th anniversary with the launch of India’s first indigenous 4G (5G-ready) network, inaugurated by Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. Continue reading “BSNL Swadeshi 4G India’s first indigenous 5G ready network launched”

Vi launches 5G services in Kolkata

Vi has announced the rollout of its 5G services in Kolkata starting tomorrow. Following the launch of Vi 5G services in Siliguri a few days ago, Kolkata becomes the second city in West Bengal to experience Vi’s next gen connectivity. Continue reading “Vi launches 5G services in Kolkata”

Vi launches 5G services in Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram

Vi has announced the rollout of its 5G services in Kochi, with plans to expand to Thiruvananthapuram on August 20. The launch follows recent 5G activations in Kozhikode and Malappuram, marking a continuation of the company’s 5G expansion efforts. Continue reading “Vi launches 5G services in Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram”

Vi 5G services to roll out in 23 more cities

Vodafone Idea (Vi) today announced the next phase of its 5G network expansion, initiating deployment in 23 new cities. This rollout encompasses key urban centers including Ahmedabad, Agra, Aurangabad, Kozhikode, Cochin, Dehradun, Indore, Jaipur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Madurai, Malappuram, Meerut, Nagpur, Nashik, Pune, Rajkot, Sonepat, Surat, Siliguri, Trivandrum, Vadodara, and Vizag. The expansion will be executed incrementally across Vi’s priority circles. Continue reading “Vi 5G services to roll out in 23 more cities”

BSNL soft launches Quantum 5G FWA with plans starting at Rs. 999

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) last week announced the soft launch of its Quantum 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) service. The launch took place at Hyderabad’s Ameerpet Exchange, led by CMD Shri A. Robert J. Ravi and attended by officials from BSNL, DoT, industry, and academia. Continue reading “BSNL soft launches Quantum 5G FWA with plans starting at Rs. 999”

Jio leads 5G availability at 70% and quality; Airtel tops 5G speeds: Opensignal

Opensignal published its June 2025 Mobile Network Experience report, based on data collected from February 1 to May 1, 2025. The report reviews the performance of India’s main mobile operators across various metrics during this period. Continue reading “Jio leads 5G availability at 70% and quality; Airtel tops 5G speeds: Opensignal”