SPECTRUM BAND

Telecom companies in India are advocating for a 50% reduction in the reserve price of newly identified high-frequency spectrum ranges in the 40GHz band, citing the high costs associated with building networks in these bands compared to lower frequen...

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 pl...

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 technol...

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-G...

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 cust...

Reliance Industries has secured additional spectrum in the 1800 MHz band for Bihar and West Bengal in a recent spectrum auction. The acquisition aims to meet geography-specific demand and ensure a high-quality customer experience. The total cost of ...

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,...

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,...

All three private carriers — Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea – are believed to have bid for sub-GHz (900 MHz) and select mid-band airwaves (1800 MHz, 2100 MHz) as they look to bolster their respective 5G spectrum holdings. High-band 5G...

5G auction: India is gearing up for its latest 5G airwaves auction starting Tuesday, valued at over Rs 96,000 crore. Telecom giants like Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea will compete for crucial radio frequencies essential for 5G servi...

India's second 5G spectrum auction began on June 25, 2024, with bids from Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea. The auction, offering spectrum worth Rs 96,238 crore, excludes pricey sub-GHz bands. Analysts anticipate a low-key affair with ...

Private sector telecom operators Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea are set to compete for 5G airwaves worth about ₹96,320 crore in India's latest spectrum auction. The sale, expected to conclude soon, may see muted bidding with lower pr...

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...

COAI emphasizes the need for massive spectrum resources like Bharat 6G Alliance and Vision for 6G innovations and deployment.

The Digital Infrastructure Providers Association (DIPA) has expressed full support for India's digital and telecom transformation under the new government, emphasising the need for a clear roadmap to solidify the country's leadership in digital infr...

The Department of Telecom has postponed the spectrum auction to June 25, extending the start date by 19 days. The auction will cover eight spectrum bands with a base price of Rs 96,317 crore. Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea are among ...

Bharti Airtel is expected to increase its sub-GHz airwave holdings in the 900 MHz band across multiple circles in the upcoming spectrum auction, potentially becoming the top buyer despite Reliance Jio submitting the highest earnest money deposit (EM...

The spectrum will be assigned for 20 years and successful bidders will be allowed to make payments in 20 equal annual instalments in the coming mega auction.

The Department of Telecom (DoT) is gearing up to hold the next round of spectrum auction on June 6 for eight spectrum bands (800 MHz, 900 MHz, 1,800 MHz, 2,100 MHz, 2,300 MHz, 2,500 MHz, 3,300 MHz, and 26 GHz) meant for mobile phone services at a ba...