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India's growth in 5G, electronics fabrication, telecom, and EV industries drives new job opportunities requiring AI, Big Data, IoT, and sustainability skills. The renewable sector's expansion highlights the need for continuous learning. Collaborative training, adaptability, and problem-solving are essential to prepare the youth for an evolving job market.
Germany to phase out China's Huawei and ZTE components from its 5G network
Germany's Interior Minister Nancy Faeser said, "In this way, we are protecting the central nervous systems of Germany as a business location -- and we are protecting the communication of citizens, companies, and the state."
Budget 2024: Duty relief, tax rebate on telecom wishlist
Union Budget: India's top carriers seek a duty waiver on 4G/5G gear in the Budget to cut costs and improve connectivity. They propose suspending the 5% AGR contribution towards USOF until its ₹79,638.31 crore corpus is used, reducing the licence fee to 1% of AGR, and extending tax rebates. COAI, major carriers, and finance ministry support it.
Tariff hikes, 5G monetisation moves hint Jio’s headed for IPO
Reliance Jio Infocomm is raising tariffs and monetising its 5G business, potentially leading to an IPO next year, with clarity expected at Reliance Industries' AGM. Valued at $133 billion, it could be India's largest IPO. Improved ARPU aims to attract investors. RIL, Meta, and Google are significant stakeholders. Financial improvements expected FY24-27. Bharti Airtel and BSE mentioned.
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Airtel and Jio expected to log steady growth, Vi may falter
Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel are expected to show steady growth in the June quarter, driven by strong broadband user additions, while Vodafone Idea (Vi) is likely to experience a dip in revenue due to ongoing customer losses. Airtel is anticipated to outperform Jio in terms of average revenue per user (ARPU) due to 2G-to-4G conversions and rising postpaid adoption. Vi's ARPU is expected to remain stagnant amidst limited 4G user gains.
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After Jio, Airtel and Vi answer revenue call, dial up tariffs
While Airtel and Jio - which dominate the market - say they need to improve returns after paying high prices for 5G airwaves in 2022, Vi is looking to back up its recent ₹23,000 crore equity fundraising efforts as it strives to become more competitive, stem user losses and repair a stressed balance sheet to pay vendors and statutory dues. Analysts said the three telcos will see a 13-17% rise in ARPU with the main effect being felt in second and third quarters of this fiscal year.
Post tariff hikes: Users could spend Rs 47,500 crore more, trade up data plans
The recent hefty tariff hikes by major Indian telecom companies, Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel, are expected to significantly increase consumer spending on telecom services, potentially adding Rs 47,500 crore annually. These increases, aimed at boosting 5G monetisation, raise the cost of entry-level 5G plans by up to 71%. Analysts anticipate a 15-17% rise in average revenue per user (ARPU) for Jio and Airtel, driven by up-trading to higher data allowance plans. Despite risks of subscriber churn, the hikes are seen as pivotal for enhancing profitability and investment returns in the telecom sector.
Tariff hikes could help telcos see through 5G, infra spends...
Recent tariff hikes by telcos aim to boost ARPU, improve financial performance, and support tower installations for 5G rollouts. The industry seeks increased cash flows through regular tariff revisions to justify investments in new technologies like 5G.
Airtel hikes tariffs by 11-21%, a day after Jio
Bharti Airtel announced on Friday that it will raise tariffs for all its prepaid and postpaid users starting July 3. This move follows a similar hike by rival Reliance Jio, which increased its rates by 12-15%. The primary objective of these changes is to improve the average revenue per user (ARPU).
Vodafone Idea's 'big' spectrum spend to help plug user exodus
Analysts added that Vi's spectrum spends of about Rs 3,510 crore - almost 12 times its Rs 300 crore earnest money deposit (EMD) - on the heels of a recent fundraise of about Rs 23,000 crore suggests the telco is preparing for network rollouts and plans to use its fresh 900 MHz spectrum to enhance 4G experience and rein in customer losses.
ET Explains: All about vRAN and what it means for Vi
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has completed trials using Samsung's virtualised RAN (vRAN) technology, which is expected to bring substantial cost savings to the telco compared to legacy hardware infrastructure. vRAN is a technology that allows for the complete running of baseband functions as software on commonly available hardware, reducing server or processor capacity at sites. It also allows for the centralisation of some processing functions to local nodes, reducing server or processor capacity at sites.
Airtel spends Rs 6,857 cr for 97 MHz of airwaves, mostly to renew permits; Jio picks up 14.4 MHz for Rs 973.62 cr
Airtel and Jio expand networks with new spectrum acquisitions, focusing on enhancing services for improved customer experience and increased coverage. Jio solidifies leadership position with the largest spectrum footprint, deploying advanced technologies for efficient bandwidth usage.
5G spectrum auctions: Bharti Airtel likely largest bidder, govt mops up around Rs 11,300 crore
India's second 5G spectrum auction concluded around Wednesday noon after seven rounds, lasting just over a day, with the government collecting approximately Rs 11,300 crore. Bharti Airtel is likely the largest bidder, acquiring airwaves in the sub-GHz 900 MHz band as well as in the 1800 and 2100 MHz bands. Market leader Reliance Jio likely bought 5G bandwidth in the 1800 MHz band.
Vodafone Idea acquires Rs 3,510 crore worth of airwaves in 11 circles
India's Vodafone Idea has spent Rs 3,510 crore to acquire 50MHz of spectrum in 11 circles, strengthening its 4G portfolio and launching 5G services. The acquisition will enable the use of dedicated sub-GHz spectrum for advanced technologies and customer experience. Vodafone Idea has also held 5G trials in three network circles using Samsung's virtual Radio Access Network (vRAN) solutions.
Jio pays Rs 973.63 cr to buy 1800 MHz in Bihar, West Bengal
Reliance Jio has acquired additional spectrum in the 1800 MHz band in Bihar and West Bengal, spending Rs 973.63 crore. The acquisition aims to address geography-specific demand and ensure quality of service. Jio's spectrum footprint increased to 26,801 MHz (Uplink + Downlink), solidifying its leadership position. The technology-agnostic band, which includes 5 MHz in Bihar and 9.4 MHz in West Bengal, can be paid over 20 annual instalments at 8.65% interest per annum.
Bharti Airtel spends Rs 6,857 cr in 5G auction, secures spectrum for 20 years
In the latest spectrum auction, Bharti Airtel secured 97 MHz of spectrum in key circles for 20 years at Rs 6,857 crore, including 15 MHz acquired by Bharti Hexacom for Rs 1,001 crore. This move bolsters Airtel's sub-giga hertz and mid-band holdings, enhancing coverage and customer experience.
Vodafone Idea in talks with Samsung to expand 4G networks, roll out 5G
Vodafone Idea (Vi) has initiated 5G trials in three network circles using Samsung's virtual Radio Access Network (vRAN) technology on a non-standalone architecture. The trials, aimed at expanding its 4G and introducing 5G services, took place in Chennai, Karnataka, and Bihar. Despite its financial challenges and lagging behind rivals Airtel and Jio in 5G rollout, Vi fulfills its 5G spectrum obligations from the 2022 auction with these trials.
More users uplinking to 5G coming with a cost: Lower download speeds
Opensignal's report highlights the impact of rapid 5G deployment in India, revealing a surge in data usage that has strained mobile networks and led to decreased download speeds. In the first quarter of 2024, Reliance Jio's average download speeds declined compared to a year ago, while Bharti Airtel's improved. The national 5G download speed decreased from 304 Mbps in Q1 2023 to 280.7 Mbps in Q4 2023 due to increased subscriber numbers and data traffic.
Buoyed by ₹18,000 crore fund-raise, Vi beefs up 4G coverage, network in UP, Uttarakhand
The company plans to add a 900 MHz band layer, which will significantly enhance indoor network experience for its customers in the two circles. “The deployment of L900 coverage will be beneficial in urban areas with dense building infrastructure, as well as suburban and rural areas where signal penetration is a challenge,” Vi said in a statement Thursday.
Jio outpaces Airtel in 4G/5G user additions during April
Active, or visitor location register (VLR) data put out every month by Trai indicates the number of mobile users regularly using a mobile network. As a result, Jio’s active user base jumped to 433.42 million users, while Airtel and Vodafone Idea’s active user base declined to 383.32 million and 192.64 million users respectively.
Telcos likely to see modest revenue growth in June Qtr
Analysts expect a modest 2.5-3% sequential increase in revenue growth for the telecom sector in the June quarter. Despite higher data usage during the IPL cricket tournament and increased demand for international roaming packs during the summer holiday season, revenue growth is expected to be limited. This is due to many mobile users still paying lower 4G rates even after opting for 5G packs, and most subscribers having large amounts of unused data, reducing the need for costlier mobile broadband plans.
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5G adoption on a roll in India, yet tariff upside may be minimal: India Ratings
India's 5G subscriber base is expected to rise to 20-25% within a year, but significant tariff hikes remain uncertain, says Ind-Ra. While telcos are better positioned for tariff increases, global trends show no major premium for 5G over 4G. Ind-Ra maintains a neutral sector outlook, noting investment peaks and potential market share shifts towards Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel.
Vodafone Idea may find it tough to raise tariffs after polls, say analysts
Vodafone Idea faces challenges in increasing ARPU through tariff hikes post-election, as price-sensitive customers resist. 42% of Vi users may downgrade or close secondary SIMs due to upcoming higher tariffs. Vi seeks to upgrade 2G to 4G, double Ebitda by 2025. Vi has been securing funds for 4G expansion and potential 5G rollout.
Samsung Galaxy F55 5G with AI features launched at Rs 24,999
Samsung announced the Galaxy F55 5G with premium features like AMOLED display, 45W fast charging, and Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 processor. It offers 50 MP No Shake Camera and will be available on Flipkart and retail stores.
Vi mulls rolling out 5G on large scale in 6 months, plans up to Rs 55,000 cr investment in 3 yrs
Vi CEO Akshaya Moondra said the company's investment will focus on expanding and strengthening coverage in 17 priority circles to be competitive.
Vi investment focus on 4G and 5G: CEO Akshaya Moondra
Vodafone Idea CEO Akshaya Moondra has announced plans to invest in 4G services expansion and 5G rollouts, announcing the successful completion of a ₹18,000-crore follow-on public offer (FPO) subscribed seven times. The telco is committed to customer satisfaction and aims to deliver high-quality service. The joint venture between Vodafone and Aditya Birla Group has set aside over ₹12,000 crore for 4G expansion and 5G rollouts, with ₹5,720 crore allocated for 5G rollouts.
Voda Idea's Rs 18,000-crore FPO a significant milestone, says CEO Akshaya Moondra
“We are ready for a new chapter of growth and innovation that is empowered by our state-of-the-art network, advanced technology and unwavering commitment towards customer satisfaction,” Moondra wrote in a letter to customers Friday.
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