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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...

November 9, 2024 1:46 PM

India’s smartphone market estimated to grow 7-8 per cent this year

India’s smartphone market is expected to grow by 7-8 per cent this year, driven by strong demand for premium, 5G, and AI smartphones, according to a new report. The overall mobile handset market in India is anticipated to maintain steady growth. “As brands focus on bridging technology gaps and introducing affordable 5G devices, competition will likely intensify. The new wave of AI-capable devices will continue to fuel consumer preferences in the coming quarters,” said Pankaj Jadli, Analy...

October 14, 2024 11:17 AM

5G to inject USD 450 billion into Indian economy by 2040: Telecom Minister Scindia

Union Minister of Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia said on Monday that the adoption of 5G technology in India is expected to contribute an estimated $450 billion to the country’s economy by 2040. Speaking at the Global Standards Symposium, one of the world’s largest telecom events, held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, Scindia said: "In India alone, 5G is anticipated to inject an astounding 450 billion dollars into the economy by 2040." Scindia underscored that 5G is about more than jus...