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October 8, 2026 3:51 PM

Mobile connectivity has become technology’s biggest citizen dividend: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said India's telecom sector is steadily moving towards greater self-reliance, with mobile connectivity emerging as a crucial tool for good governance and improving the ease of living for citizens. Inaugurating the 10th edition of the India Mobile Congress at Yashobhoomi in New Delhi, the Prime Minister said the mobile phone has evolved beyond being a medium of communication and has become central to India's Digital India vision. He said the coun...

October 6, 2026 11:12 PM

PM Modi stresses affordable, accessible technology and digital services for Global South

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday emphasised the need to make technology and digital services affordable and accessible, particularly for the Global South, to ensure inclusive and sustainable development. Interacting with Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA) Board members at Seva Teerth ahead of the India Mobile Congress, he stressed that democratisation of technology and its reach to the last mile are essential to prevent a widening digital divide. The Prime Ministe...

February 25, 2026 7:50 PM

Need right regulatory guardrails to foster innovation while preserving fairness: Jyotiraditya Scindia

As new technologies redefine the communications landscape, it is essential that we put in place the right regulatory guardrails to foster innovation while preserving fairness, transparency and public interest, Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said on Wednesday. Congratulating the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on its 29th Foundation Day, the minister underscored its role as a bedrock institution ensuring fairness, equity, and a level playing field across India’s comm...

February 9, 2026 10:51 AM

Affordable 5G smartphone shipments surge over 1,900% in India in 2025

Shipments of affordable 5G smartphones in India surged by over 1,900 per cent year-on-year in 2025, driven by aggressive pricing, wider availability of entry-level 5G chipsets, and the rapid expansion of nationwide 5G network coverage, a report said on Monday. According to a report by CyberMedia Research (CMR), India’s smartphone market entered a phase of structural transition in 2025, marked by explosive growth in affordable 5G devices alongside sustained demand in the premium segment. The m...

February 5, 2026 7:04 PM

Government committed to universal, high-quality telecom services; 5G now covers 99.87% districts: Jyotiraditya Scindia

The government is committed to ensuring the availability of high-quality telecom services across all parts of the country, Union Minister of Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia told the Rajya Sabha on Thursday, highlighting rapid progress in 5G rollout and stricter service quality monitoring. In a written reply, the minister said telecom service performance is regularly assessed against Quality of Service (QoS) benchmarks mandated by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI). These bench...

August 20, 2025 2:24 PM

India to lead next wave of 5G, AI and IoT: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday lauded India’s achievements in expanding affordable broadband, revolutionising digital payments through UPI, and leveraging technology for governance, noting that these milestones have now become global case studies. PM Modi underscored that the country is poised to lead the next wave of digital transformation in 5G, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT) and cybersecurity, setting benchmarks for the world. Resharing a post by Union M...

May 6, 2025 2:39 PM

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia inaugurates Bharat Telecom 2025, emphasizes India’s global export potential

Union Minister of Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, inaugurated Bharat Telecom 2025 in New Delhi on Tuesday, highlighting India’s rising profile as a global hub for telecom manufacturing, services, and exports. Organised by the Telecom Equipment and Services Export Promotion Council (TEPC) in collaboration with the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), the two-day event aims to showcase India's capabilities in telecom equipment and next-generat...

April 3, 2025 4:17 PM

India accelerates 6G development with testbeds, 100 new 5G labs, and global research collaborations

The central government unveiled the Bharat 6G Vision Document in March 2023, outlining the nation's ambitious plan to design, develop, and deploy 6G network technologies by 2030. The primary goal is to establish India as a global leader in 6G technology, delivering ubiquitous, intelligent, and secure connectivity that will enhance the quality of life for its citizens and the world at large. To achieve this, the government has launched several initiatives aimed at accelerating the development of...

March 20, 2025 5:05 PM

Average monthly data usage in India hits 27.5 GB, 5G traffic triples in 2024

India's average monthly data consumption per user surged to 27.5 gigabytes in 2024, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.5% over the past five years, according to a report released on Thursday. The rise of 5G fixed wireless access (FWA) is a significant driver of this growth, with FWA users consuming over 12 times more data than average mobile users, particularly in residential and business sectors. The report, Nokia's annual Mobile Broadband Index (MBiT), revealed that 5G dat...

December 30, 2024 3:41 PM

India’s smartphone market reaches record high in Q3 2024, driven by 5G models

India’s smartphone market hit a new milestone in Q3 2024, registering a 3% year-on-year growth in volume and a remarkable 12% increase in value, according to Counterpoint’s monthly India Smartphone Tracker. 5G smartphones dominated the market, accounting for a staggering 81% of total shipments. The budget-friendly segment, specifically in the Rs 10,001-15,000 price range, saw a 93% penetration of 5G models, reflecting the strong consumer preference for affordable 5G devices. The market sha...